International Education Week
Join the Celebration This November 15 - 29, 2021
A worldwide Celebration of International Education and exchange through food, culture, music, art and educational events. Over 15 events on UIW campus.
UIW is proud to participate in International Education Week. Student Organizations, Colleges and Departments are invited to host events related to international education and cultural exchange. International Education Week is an opportunity to celebrate the benefits of international education and exchange worldwide. This joint initiative of the U.S. Department of State and the U.S. Department of Education promotes programs that prepare Americans for a global environment and attract future leaders from abroad to the U.S. to study, learn, and exchange experiences.
Events:
Faculty Photo Contest
Open to all UIW Faculty!
Share your favorite UIW international travel photos and memories.
Submission Deadline: November 8, 2021
Photos will be printed and displayed in the SEC Concourse with descriptions during International Education Week (Nov 15- Nov 19). Students will vote on their favorite faculty photos.
Volunteer Opportunities
International Week Committee
Help our team plan and build fun events during International Education Week. From fairs to parade to photo ops that inspire us to appreciate culture and diversity and celebrate our love for travel!
Receive 10-15 hours of community service for helping plan, prepare and execute. Leaders needed!
UIW Parade of Nations:
UIW will host its inaugural UIW Parade of Nations during the opening ceremony of UIW International Education Week. We invite all international student-athletes, exchange students and international students to carry their home country flag with pride during the campus parade on Monday, Nov 15 from 11:45 a.m. to 12:15 p.m. The parade will start at the SEC and end in West Gate Circle for the UIW IEW Opening Ceremony.
ACIREMA
It's your turn to teach the faculty! Help us show faculty and staff what it's really like to apply for a visa and try to arrive in the US as an int'l student.
Receive 2- 4 hours of community service for role-playing during this fun exercise!