International Education Week 2020
International Education Week (IEW), November 16-20, 2020, 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 an effort to promote programs that prepare Americans for a global environment and attract future leaders from abroad to study, learn, and exchange experiences.
A World of Thanks
UC Merced Celebrates Diwali During IEW
Merced Indian Graduate Student Association (MIGSA)
Diwali: Five-Day Festival of Lights Shared Among Hindus, Jains, & Sikhs
The word Diwali comes from the Sanskrit word deepavali, meaning "rows of lighted lamps". (Sourced from BBC)
Secretary Pompeo Celebrates International Education Week
UC Merced IEW Schedule
Monday, November 16
F/J Student Office Hour
Have questions regarding your F-1 or J-1 student visa? Meet with International Student Visa Specialist, Lacey Long-Vejar, during her November office hour.
Mon, Nov 16, 10:30-11:30 AM
Embodied Consciousness Workshop: Body’s Signals of Stress
In this workshop for international students and postdocs, facilitators will discuss how society and our unique cultural experiences may teach us to ignore our body’s basic signals such as hunger, tiredness, thirst, need for play, and desire to move, and how this harms our overall wellness.
Mon, Nov 16, 2:00-3:30 PM
Night with ‘RAPtivist’ Aisha Fukushima
Kick-off IEW with performance lecturer, justice strategist, singer/songwriter, and RAPtivist (rap activist) Aisha Fukushima.
Mon, Nov 16, 7:00 PM
Tuesday, November 17
Univ. of Copenhagen, Denmark
UCEAP is hosting an info session for our program with the University of Copenhagen. This is a great opportunity for you to "meet" staff, get additional information about the program, and ask questions.
You will need to register in advance to receive instructions on how to access the info session. The registration process is simple and quick, so please don't delay!
Tue, Nov 17, 9:00-9:30AM
Univ. of Nicosia, Cyprus
UCEAP is hosting an info session for our program with the Univ. of Nicosia. This is a great opportunity for you to "meet" staff, get additional information about the program, and ask questions. You will need to register in advance to receive instructions on how to access the info session. The registration process is simple and quick, so please don't delay!
Tue, Nov 17, 10:00-10:30AM
Programs in Mexico
UCEAP is hosting an info session for our programs in Mexico. This is a great opportunity for you to "meet" staff, get additional information about the program, and ask questions. You will need to register in advance to receive instructions on how to access the info session. The registration process is simple and quick, so please don't delay!
Tue, Nov 17, 11:00-11:30AM
Study Abroad 101
Interested in studying abroad but not sure where to start? Come to this info session led by a study abroad advisor.
Topics covered:
- What is study abroad?
- Why should you study abroad?
- What are some of the options available?
- How to select the right program to meet your goals?
- How to search and apply for programs?
Tue, Nov 17, 4:00 PM
International Student Experiences During Covid-19
The Office of International Students and Scholars is thrilled to partner with UCSB’s Multicultural Center for a new event series: Conscious Conversations. Conscious Conversations offers an intimate space for informal conversations around a wide array of local and global current events. Join us in a candid conversation as we reflect back to December 2019 when Covid-19 began to spread around the world. Together we will look at the global and local response to the pandemic and the impacts felt by UCSB’s international community. Where were you as the pandemic crossed cultures and geopolitical borders? Come share your story and listen to others. This event is open to domestic and international students, staff and scholars with a special welcome to those who are far from home during COVID-19.
Tue, Nov 17, 5:00-6:30 PM
Univ. of Sydney, Australia
UCEAP is hosting an info session for our program with the University of Sydney. This is a great opportunity for you to "meet" staff, get additional information about the program, and ask questions. You will need to register in advance to receive instructions on how to access the info session. The registration process is simple and quick, so please don't delay!
Tue, Nov 17, 6:00-6:30 PM
Global Trivia
In celebration of International Education Week, the Dashew Center will host a global trivia event. Compete with others to answer trivia questions based on what makes UCLA, LA, the U.S., and other places in the world globally connected. Every member of the winning team will receive a $10 Amazon gift card! Register with a friend to compete on the same team!
Tue, Nov 17, 7:00 PM
Wednesday, November 18
Univ. of Glasgow, Scotland
UCEAP is hosting an info session for our program with the University of Glasgow. This is a great opportunity for you to "meet" staff, get additional information about the program, and ask questions. You will need to register in advance to receive instructions on how to access the info session. The registration process is simple and quick, so please don't delay!
Wed, Nov 18, 9:00-9:30
Maastricht Summer School, Netherlands
UCEAP is hosting an info session for our program with the Maastricht Summer School. This is a great opportunity for you to "meet" staff, get additional information about the program, and ask questions. You will need to register in advance to receive instructions on how to access the info session. The registration process is simple and quick, so please don't delay!
Wed, Nov 18, 10:00-10:30 AM
Peace Corps: Information Session
Serving in the Peace Corps is a great way to immerse yourself in a new culture, learn a new language, and have the experience of a lifetime. Join us at this information session to learn about Volunteer experiences, ask questions about service, and gain tips to guide you through the application process.
Wed, Nov 18, 12:00-1:00 PM
Understanding Ever-Changing Visa Regulations and Coping with Stress in a Time of Uncertainty
This session will provide updated information on the rapidly and ever changing visa regulations, clarifications and answers to questions about concerns with traveling home or abroad and reentering the US. In addition, we will also provide a safe space for you to express and share with others the challenging feelings you may be experiencing
Wed, Nov 18, 4:00 PM
International LGBTQ+ Panel
Join the OISS and Resource Center for Sexual and Gender Diversity for our special panel talking about LGBTQIA+ identities abroad, community-building, and the experiences of international LGBTQIA+ student, staff, and faculty at UCSB. Session will be recorded!
Wed, Nov 18, 6:00-6:30 PM
National Univ. of Singapore
UCEAP is hosting an info session for our program with the National University of Singapore (NUS). This is a great opportunity for you to "meet" staff, get additional information about the program, and ask questions. You will need to register in advance to receive instructions on how to access the info session. The registration process is simple and quick, so please don't delay!
Wed, Nov 18, 6:00-6:30 PM
Thursday, November 19
Carlos III Univ. of Madrid, Spain
UCEAP is hosting an info session for our program with the Carlos III University of Madrid. This is a great opportunity for you to "meet" staff, get additional information about the program, and ask questions. You will need to register in advance to receive instructions on how to access the info session. The registration process is simple and quick, so please don't delay!
Thu, Nov 19, 9:00-9:30 AM
Univ. College Dublin, Ireland
UCEAP is hosting an info session for our program with the University College Dublin. This is a great opportunity for you to "meet" staff, get additional information about the program, and ask questions. You will need to register in advance to receive instructions on how to access the info session. The registration process is simple and quick, so please don't delay!
Thu, Nov 19, 9:00-9:30 AM
ISS & SSHA Graduate Students Meeting
Quarterly meeting for SSHA international students with the Office of International Students and Scholars.
Thu, Nov 19, 2:00-3:00 PM
Cooking Demo: Royce Pave
End International Education Week on a sweet note!
Learn how to make Royce Pave 3-ingredient chocolate dessert in a live cooking demonstration!
Thu, Nov 19, 5:00-6:00 PM
What you need to have on hand:
Ingredients:
- 150 gm (just over 5 oz) of soft tofu
- 400 gm (14 oz) chocolate (you can use dark, semisweet, or milk)
- Cocoa powder for dusting
Around the kitchen:
- Glass container to chill it in (8x6 inch is great)
- Sieve or colander
- Parchment paper
- Space in your freezer
- Mixing bowl
- Microwave oven
Friday, November 20
OPT Workshop
Are you an F-1 student wanting to learn more about Optional Practical Training (OPT)? Join this workshop to learn about the different types of practical training and the process to apply.
Fri, Nov 20, 12:00-1:30 PM
Disneyland Virtual Tour
Join former Disney Parks tour guide Janson Lalich on a virtual tour of Disneyland! Communicate with Janson over Zoom as he shares an interactive video of the Disneyland park. Make choices on where to explore in the park and what rides to experience, all while learning about the history of Disneyland and the man who made the dream come true, Walt Disney.
Fri, Nov 20, 7:00 PM
