5 Ways to Celebrate International Education Week at 91做厙
By Kristin Magyari, assistant director for communications and marketing, global initiatives
One of my favorite weeks at 91做厙 is approaching quickly: International Education Week. International Education Week takes place this year from November 14-November 22 and it brings a breadth of liveliness, culture, and celebration to 91做厙's campus in Oxford, Ohio. This is 91做厙's 6th year participating in the initiative developed by the U.S. Department of State and the U.S. Department of Education.
Whether you're a current student, alum, or anything between, there's a way for all members of the 91做厙 community to get involved! Explore 5 ways to celebrate International Education Week this year.
1. Attend an Event
Offices and student organizations around campus have worked to put together a number of exciting events for you and your friends to attend together.
–During this fun-filled showcase, students will tell their study abroad stories, winners from the IEW Contest will be announced, prizes will be awarded, and student groups will perform.
–Global Initiatives has partnered with Late Night 91做厙 on this brand new event. We'll have an international DJ and you can even that you can't wait to hear played.
–This annual event's purpose is to share an American tradition of food and fellowship with International Students and the Oxford community.
2. Eat Lunch at Western Dining Commons
Global Initiatives has partnered with Dining Services to create an around the world menu right here on campus. Lunch menus will feature international cuisine inspired from , , , , and .
3. Support Student Organizations
Attend events hosted by student orgs at 91做厙!
–This potluck allows participants to get a 'Taste of Africa.'
–The Diversity Affairs Council presents this annual event focusing on intercultural community of multicultural and diverse student organizations.
–Luxembourgish students at 91做厙 invite everyone to come out and try traditional luxembourgish Gromperekichelcher (potato pancakes) and homemade applesauce!
4. Choose IEW Photo Contest Winners
Help choose the International Education Week photo contest winners by voting for your favorite in each category via Facebook. Vote by simply liking the photo! Voting must be done by Friday, November 8 at 12pm EST.
5. Share Your Global Perspective on Social Media
In honor of International Education Week, share your story with us on social media by tagging #91做厙OHIEW and #IEW2019. Tell us why you love and appreciate international education. Be creative!
