International Education Week
International Education Week 2022 | NOVEMBER 14 - 18 2022
"ENGAGED * RESILIENT * GLOBAL"
International Education Week (IEW) is a national 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 efforts to promote programs that prepare Americans for a global environment and attract future leaders from abroad to study, learn, and exchange experiences.
This week is a chance for Cal Lutheran to commemorate the cultures represented on campus and learn about the differences that make the community beautiful. The Center for Global Engagement in collaboration with Cal Lutheran partners invites you to engage in global learning by attending various programs throughout the week.
See below for options. Contact global@callutheran.edu with any questions.
CGE Games & Tabling| MON. NOV. 16
JACK'S CORNER | 11:30AM-1PM
The Center for Global Engagement invites you to meet at Jack's Corner to learn more about International Education Week, our programs and a chance to win some prizes.... stay tuned for more info!
American Education Week Kick Off| MON. NOV. 14
GRADUATE SCHOOL OF EDUCATION SOCIAL MEDIA (VIRTUAL) | ALL WEEK
The Graduate School of Education recognizes American Education Week from November 14 to 18. This will be celebrated with a social media campaign on their Facebook @clu.gsoe, Twitter @CLU_GSOE and Instagram @clu_gsoe. Be sure to check them out all resources and follow them.
Fulbright Faculty Info. Session |TUES. NOV. 15
CGE ROTH NELSON CONFERENCE ROOM | 11:30PM - 12:15PM
Faculty interested in funding support to teach and/or conduct research overseas are invited to join the Center for Global Engagement for an open information session to learn about the Fulbright US Scholars Program. US Citizens are eligible to apply for over 800 awards to 135 countries are available for the 2023-2024 cycle. RSVP to global@callutheran.edu.
World Fair: Food + Shows | WED. NOV. 16
STUDENT UNION | 5PM - 7PM
Join the World Fair with the Center for Global Engagement and the United Students of the World. Celebrate cultural diversity at the Student Union outdoor patio and enjoy international tables, cultural activities, and global cuisine!
Sign up for a table before Wednesday November 9. You can claim a refund of up to $50 for all purchase for the table.
Some examples from last year: francophone trivia, language classes promotion, origami activity, henna painting, learning how to write your name in Arabic, cultural trivia game, travel photo contest etc…
OEA Photo Contest | WED. NOV. 16
STUDENT UNION | 5PM - 7PM
View the finalist of all monthly photo contest submissions and vote on your favorite in the annual Office of Education Abroad photo contest that will be held during the World Fair.
University Chapel| THUR. NOV. 17
THANKSGIVING & INTERNATIONAL EDUCATION WEEK SERVICE | SAMUELSON CHAPEL | 11:25AM
Join University Chapel, hear from Rev Scott and enjoy the time coming together in community, giving thanks and reflecting on global education.
IEW Featured Film: The Lunchbox | THUR. NOV. 17
RICHTER HALL, AHMENSON SCIENCE CENTER | 5:30PM - 7:30PM
A mistaken delivery in Mumbai's famously efficient lunchbox delivery system connects a young housewife to an older man in the dusk of his life as they build a fantasy world together through notes in the lunchbox. Join CGE and the Film & Television Program to view the International Critics Week Viewers Choice Award of this Hindi-language drama film written by Ritesh Batra.
All are welcome. Snacks guaranteed for first 20 attendees!
CLU ACE Internationalization Lab | FRI. NOV. 18
ULLMAN 100-101 | 2PM - 3:30PM
The campus community is invited to learn about the findings and recommendations from the campus review of our initiatives promoting global awareness, understanding, and learning. Following overview remarks, Dr. Kara Godwin, the Director of Internationalization at the American Council on Education (ACE), will share findings from the external review. Members of the CLU ACE Lab Think Tank will be available for round-table discussion regarding our internal review findings, covering various focus areas: Curricular Learning Outcomes & Measurements, Academic Policies & Procedures, Partnerships & Scholars, Mobility Away Programs, Mobility International Admission & International Services, and Co-Curricular Opportunities.
Light refreshments provided. Please RSVP at global@callutheran.edu.
Global Friendsgiving| FRI. NOV. 18
KRAMER COURT | 5PM - 7PM
Join the Global Leader's Community and the Center for Global Engagement at Kramer Court for its global friendsgiving to gather international students and globally-minded peers! Come try international cuisine and learn about different cultures, and the traditions and history of Thanksgiving.