Join us for the annual study abroad fair and enjoy music, international food, and free swag! At this event, you can connect with international students and study abroad returnees to learn about their international experiences + celebrate the beginning of International Education Week. Participants will receive a free wristband and IEW sticker!

The Shuford Center for International Education (SCIE) is a proud member of Diversity Abroad and has a shared mission to provide equitable access to global opportunities for students. Join the SCIE for a panel discussion and hear from students who identify as a high financial need student, first-generation, LGBTQIA+, person of color, and student athletes. These students will share their international experiences and will provide helpful resources. Check out the special interest group (SIG) meetings that will be held throughout International Education Week to receive more support and resources. Participants will receive a free luggage tag!

This Special Interest Group (SIG) meeting is for student-athletes who want to learn more about studying abroad as an athlete. SIG meetings will be held by students, for students. Come prepared to listen to student experiences abroad and to ask questions about what it's like to study abroad as a student-athlete. Additional support resources will be provided. Participants will receive a free custom button!

Studying abroad isn't the only way to experience life in other countries. There are myriad opportunities including teaching, working (as an au pair, for example) and/or volunteering abroad for those who are wishing to take their experiences a step further. This event will feature three professionals who each have experience teaching, working and/or volunteering abroad. Come hear their stories, challenges and successes. Participants will have the opportunity to ask questions to learn more about the many ways to go abroad! Please note that this will be a hybrid event so you can join in person or virtually. Participants will receive a free passport holder!

Join international students for an evening of fun and participate in a cooking workshop! Apple pie is to America what the tortilla de patatas is to Spain - a national culinary icon. Tortilla de patatas, also known as Spanish omelet, is a staple in the kitchen of any Spanish home. Each household has their go-to recipe. Come try the recipe of some of our Spanish students! Participants will be entered into a drawing for an international food basket!

This Special Interest Group (SIG) meeting is for students who want to learn more about studying abroad as a person of color. SIG meetings will be held by students, for students. Come prepared to listen to student experiences abroad and to ask questions about what you need to know before studying abroad as a student of color. Additional support resources will be provided. Participants will receive a free custom button!

Managing your study abroad expenses can seem overwhelming, but by learning insider tips and tricks, you can study abroad on a budget and still have a blast! Join the SCIE to kickstart your financial literacy journey. Participants will receive a free notebook and pen!

Join international students for an evening of fun and participate in a cooking workshop! Did you know that there are more than 12 different types of dumplings? Different countries have their own version of this tasty treat! Three exchange students will show you how to make Mandu (South Korean), Dim sum (Chinese), and Momo (Nepali). Mandu were long part of Korean royal court cuisine but are now found in supermarkets, restaurants, and snack places. Dim sum translates to "touching heart" and are eaten with family and friends, much like a tapas experience in Spanish culture. Momo is a type of steamed dumpling with a filling, which is most commonly chicken (traditionally yak but often chicken and goat). This delicacy in Nepal is accompanied with a homemade tomato and sesame sauce. Participants will be entered into a drawing for an international food basket!

This Special Interest Group (SIG) meeting is for students who want to learn more about how studying abroad can be affordable and doable for high financial need students through various funding opportunities. Come prepared to listen to student experiences abroad and to ask questions about what you need to know before studying abroad as a student with high financial need. Additional support resources will be provided.

By its very nature, traveling takes you out of your normal, day-to-day routine. Such a disruption can potentially threaten your health and wellness. If you're in a different time zone, then your circadian rhythm needs to readjust (jet lag is no joke). In a new setting, it is important that you attend to our physical, emotional, spiritual, and mental well-being. What coping strategies work best for you, and how can you implement them while abroad? Join the SCIE, the Office of Spiritual Life and Campus Ministry, and the Cornerstone Student Support and Wellness Center to learn more about managing your health & wellness abroad! Participants will receive a free toiletry bag!

Join international students for an evening of fun and participate in a cooking workshop! We will be making an Indian dish called butter chicken. Butter chicken, traditionally known as murgh makhani originated in Northern India in 1948 and was created by Kundan Lal Gujral. It is a type of curry made from chicken with a spiced tomato and butter (makhan) sauce. The sauce is known for its rich texture and is mildly spicy and slightly sweet, so it's great for all! One can eat it with Naan (Naan is a leavened, oven-baked or tawa-fried flatbread) or rice. Participants will be entered into a drawing for an international food basket!

Your study abroad experiences stick with you even after you have returned to the States. These experiences can alter your career goals, your understanding of your skills, and your level of knowledge about an industry. Many employers view studying abroad as beneficial. It is up to you to be able to effectively articulate how you have grown, personally and professionally, as a result of your study abroad experience. Join the SCIE and the Alex Lee Center for Career & Professional Development for a discussion about how to leverage your international experience. 

This Special Interest Group (SIG) meeting is for members and allies of the LGBTQIA+ community. Studying abroad as a LGBTQIA+ student can bring an additional set of challenges and options to consider. SIG meetings will be held by students, for students. Come prepared to listen to student experiences abroad and to ask questions about what you might need to consider before going abroad. Additional support resources will be provided. Participants will receive a free custom button!

This Special Interest Group (SIG) meeting is for students who want to learn more about studying abroad as a first-generation college student. SIG meetings will be held by students, for students. Come prepared to listen to student experiences abroad and to ask questions about what you need to know before studying abroad as a 1st gen student. Additional support resources will be provided. Participants will receive a free custom button!

International education is more than studying abroad. There are many ways to engage in cross-cultural interactions right here on campus! Join us for the closing celebration of International Education Week to connect with international students, Global Village Residents, and International Per Advisor/Leaders (IPALs). Learn how you can get involved, too!