International Education Week
We're Looking Forward to International Education Week (IEW) November 18-12, 2024
International Education Week (IEW) celebrates international education and exchange worldwide. This joint effort of the U.S. Department of State and the U.S. Department of Education helps promote programs that prepare Americans for a global environment and attract future leaders from abroad.
Learn more about International Education Week at iew.state.gov
Past IEW Event Details
We invite the UHCL community to celebrate international efforts in their areas through the following sponsored events for International Education Week.
Monday, November 13
What is an F-1? A Primer on International Students at UHCL
Location: Bayou Building 2106 or Zoom
Time: 12-1 p.m.
Hosted By: Office of International Admissions & Student Services
UHCL faculty, students, and staff are invited to learn more about the types of international students on the UHCL campus, government regulations pertaining to them, and what the UHCL community can do to support the international population.
International Student Safety Table
Location: Delta Lobby
Time: 1-4pm
Hosted By: UHCL Police Department
Open forum to discuss U.S. safety and law enforcement protocols and practices with UHCL Police Department.
Tuesday, November 14
Global Games
Location: SSCB Lounge
Time: 2-4 p.m.
Hosted By: Center for Student Advocacy and Community
Join the Center for Student Advocacy and Community in playing a variety of games about countries around the world and showcasing your culture.
STEM OPT FAQ Session with Alumni Guests
Location: Zoom
Time: 4-4:30 p.m.
Meeting ID: 915 1372 6100
Passcode: 435838
Hosted By: The Office of International Admissions & Student Services
Education Abroad Faculty Development Information Session
Location: Bayou Building, Room 2106
Time: 12-1:30 p.m.
Faculty, are you thinking about leading a faculty-led education abroad program? The ideal timeline to start planning a program is at least 18 months in advance to allow plenty of time to customize the details for your ideal experience and recruit plenty of students to attend. Join us for the information session with our partner provider.
Hosted By: Education Abroad and Scholar Services
Wednesday, November 15
New International Prospective Student Panel
Location: Bayou Bayou 1133
Time: 10 a.m. - 12 p.m.
Hosted By: The Office of International Admissions & Student Services
Culture in My Country Instagram Competition
Location: Virtual - Instagram
Time: 8 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Hosted By: The Office of International Admissions & Student Services
Education Abroad Tabling
Location: SSCB Lobby
Time: 12-3 p.m.
Questions about education abroad? Stop by to learn more about the education abroad programs UHCL has to offer!
Hosted By: Education Abroad and Scholar Services
Thursday, November 16
Give Thanks
Location: SSCB Student Lounge
Time: 2-4 p.m.
Hosted By: The Office of Orientation and New Student Programs
Join ONSP for a Thanksgiving event full of food, fund, and gratitude.
Leveraging Your Study Abroad Experience: Navigating Career Opportunities
Location: Bayou 3615
Time: 12-1 p.m.
The session is designed to inspire education abroad alumni, empower them with practical career advice, and provide them with valuable resources.
Hosted By: Education Abroad and Scholar Services
Cooking Around the World
Location: Hunter Hall
Time: 6-8 p.m.
Hosted By: Student Housing and Residential Life
Friday, November 17
OIAS Fall Open House
Location: Bayou 2123
Time: 10:30 a.m. - 12 p.m.
Hosted By: The Office of International Admissions & Student Services
OIAS international student faculty and staff meet and greet. Learn more about the work of OIAS by visiting during the open house. Hosted by: Office of International Admissions & Student Services.
OPT Live Viewing Party
Location: Bayou 2104
Time: 12-1 p.m.
Fall 2023 and Spring 2024 graduating F-1 students - come enjoy pizza and complete your OPT Video viewing requirement with your friends!
Hosted By: The Office of International Admissions & Student Services
Past IEW Events
Questions
Contact the International Student Services at intladvising@uhcl.edu.
Special Accommodations
Any person needing an accommodation for a disability in order to participate should contact International Student Services at 281-283-2740 or intladvising@uhcl.edu at least one week prior to the event to arrange for the accommodation.