International Office
International Education Week
Globetrotters Exploring the World!
November 13 - 19, 2023
A full week of events to celebrate International Education!
International Education Week (IEW), 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 is part of the efforts to promote programs that prepare Americans for a global environment and attract future leaders from abroad to study, learn, and exchange experiences.
Instagram Takeover!
Follow the Study Abroad Office Instagram to connect with students currently abroad!
Please keep checking back as the 2023 schedule is being udpated daily.
| Time | Event | Location | Description |
|---|---|---|---|
| 11:00 am - 1:00 pm | IEW - Kick Off | North entrance of RSU | Come and be a part of our International Education Week Kick Off event! Join us for a vibrant week dedicated to celebrating the enriching aspects of global education and exchange. Experience a lively showcase of diversity and culture through interactive displays. Immerse yourself in music, captivating performances, traditional attire, engaging activities, exciting giveaways, and much more! |
| 1:00 pm | Global Voices - Fulbright Scholars Share Their International Research Projects | RSU 207 and zoom | https://fresnostate.zoom.us/j/85938406417 |
| Open during library hours | Library Exhibit on International Education | Library 2nd floor | |
| 7:00 pm | Study Abroad Instagram Takeover | fresnostate_studyabroad on Instagram | Orlando Lopez-Fabian in Tokiwa, Japan |
| Time | Event | Location | Description |
|---|---|---|---|
| 12:00 - 1:00 pm | Study Abroad Student Panel | RSU 214 | Pop by to learn about our Study Abroad Alumni experiences and have the opportunity to ask questions about their time abroad. Popcorn will be provided! |
| 2:00 - 3:00 pm | International Coffee Hour - India | Library 2206 | International Coffee Hour celebrates IEW with an authentic presentation about weddings in India. Come and learn about culture-rich weddings and taste some delicious Indian Chai and Matar Para. |
| 5:00 pm | Study Abroad Instagram Takeover | fresnostate_studyabroad on Instagram | Jacqueline Ruiz in Seoul, South Korea |
| Time | Event | Location | Description |
|---|---|---|---|
| 11:00 am - 1:00 pm | CultureFest | South Memorial Gardens | Join us for CultureFest where we celebrate with multicultural clubs through fun and diverse activities. Clubs will compete to be this year's champion and receive the G.O.A.T. Trophy. |
| 2:00 pm | Study Abroad Instagram Takeover | fresnostate_studyabroad on Instagram | Study Abroad Advisor |
| 5:00 - 9:00 pm | International Night at the Men's and Women's Basketball games | SaveMart Center |
| Time | Event | Location | Description |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3:00 - 4:00 pm | F-1 International Student OPT Workshop |
Joyal 249 |
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| 3:00 - 4:00 pm | Study Abroad Faculty Panel |
RSU 206 or via zoom: bit.ly/coss_virtual_event |
Learn how easy it is to study abroad |
| Study Abroad Instagram Takeover |
fresnostate_studyabroad on Instagram |
Madeline Hart in Cork, Ireland |
| Time | Event | Location | Description |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1:00 pm | Study Abroad Instagram Takeover |
fresnostate_studyabroad on Instagram |
Kelsey Frampton and Haylee Martinez in Barcelona, Spain |
| 6:00 - 8:00 pm | International Culture Night |
Satellite Student Union Livestream: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qUy0djuqjkw |
International Culture Night (ICN) connects the Fresno State campus and the local community with culture and traditions from around the world, specifically showcasing the performing arts and fashion of cultures in and around campus. |
| Time | Event | Location | Description |
|---|---|---|---|
| Study Abroad Instagram Takeover | fresnostate_studyabroad on Instagram | Field trip in Nikko, Japan | |