International Education Week
Celebrate International Education Week 2024 at Maryland, Nov. 18-22!
From Nov. 18-22, Maryland will join education institutions across the U.S. and around the world in celebrating International Education Week 2024 (IEW). A joint initiative of the U.S. Departments of Education and State inaugurated by President Clinton in 2000, IEW aims to promote programs that prepare Americans for a global environment and to attract future leaders from abroad to the U.S. to study, learn, and exchange their knowledge and experiences.
IEW provides a platform to celebrate the international diversity and global collaboration that contribute to our university's vibrance and excellence. It is also a chance to acknowledge the importance of equitable access to international education and global learning opportunities--a global education for all--in Maryland's response to the grand challenges of our time.
In past years, IEW has seen Maryland welcome diplomats and internationally focused journalists, musicians and more. Departments and student organizations have held panel discussions, screened films and hosted cultural festivities. IEW programs can be small in scale or for large audiences, virtual or in-person.
Need a space for your IEW event? Consider using the Global Crossroads atrium in H.J. Patterson Hall (no charge)! Email Lucie Covey at lcovey@umd.edu to check availability.
IEW 2024 Calendar of Events
Nov. 12, 4-5 p.m. So You Want to Move to France? Information Session/Workshop
Department of French | College of Arts & Humanities | University Career Center
Location: Virtual Event
Increasingly, our students express desires to move to France after graduation and this virtual session is designed to present information about various professional and educational paths that can take you to France after UMD. Learn about programs to teach English in France, go to graduate school, or find a job. Open to all majors, regardless of French skills/background.
Nov. 14, 11-11:50 a.m. "Paris 1874: The Impressionist Moment" Curators' Lecture
Art History and Archaeology | College of Arts and Humanities
Location: Parren J. Mitchell Art/Sociology Building, 2203
During this campus lecture, art history alum Kimberly Jones Ph.D. ’96 and her colleague Mary Morton give an inside look into the exhibition they curated for the National Gallery of Art, where they work. Learn what it is like to be a curator.
Nov. 14, 5-7 p.m. Global Advantage: Turning Global Experiences into Career Success
Education Abroad | International Student & Scholar Services | Maryland Global | Career Center
Location: Global Crossroads, H.J. Patterson Hall
Join us for "Global Advantage: Turning Global Experiences into Career Success," where accomplished UMD alumni share how their international journeys have shaped their professional paths. This engaging panel will offer practical tips on leveraging global experiences in the job search and career development, followed by a dynamic networking hour. Don't miss this chance to network with fellow students and alumni, and gain valuable insights to elevate your career!
9-11 a.m. 'Explore with CGB' Kickoff
Center for Global Business
Location: Employer Desk, Van Munching Hall
Stop by the Employer of the Day desk at the front of Van Munching Hall for treats and learn more about IEW events.
4-5 p.m. Paul Valadez Exhibition
Latin American Studies and Caribbean Studies Center
Location: H.J. Patterson, Global Crossroads
Paul Valadez (San Francisco) is an artist and a full time Lecturer at The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley (formerly UT- Pan American). His work reflects his geographic region, daily life, and contemporary issues. This exhibition will include some of his artwork pieces and a brief presentation about his trajectory.
4-5:30 p.m. Language House Language Chats
Language House | School of Languages, Literatures, and Cultures
Location: Multipurpose Room and Lounge of St. Mary's Hall.
All are welcome to come practice, improve, or share their language skills in a casual setting at the Language House Language Chats in St. Mary's Hall. The Language Chats provide you with the opportunity to meet with native speakers of each language and to find conversational partners of varying proficiency levels. Languages available this semester: Arabic, Chinese, French, German, Hebrew, Italian, Japanese, Korean, Persian, Portuguese, Russian, and Spanish.
All Day #GlobalTerps IG Takeover with Krish
Location: @maryland.global
Explore a day-in-the-life of an international sophomore at UMD! Krish is from Gujarat, India and majoring in Computer Science. Follow @maryland.global to follow along!
10-11 a.m. Explore with CGB
Center for Global Business
Location: Atrium, Van Munching Hall
Visit the CGB table for treats and learn more about IEW events.
Noon-1 p.m. Global Advantage Workshop: Leveraging LinkedIn for Global Connections
Maryland Global | Education Abroad | International Student & Scholar Services | Career Center
Location: H.J. Patterson, Global Crossroads
Discover how to transform your LinkedIn profile into a powerful tool for global networking at our workshop, "Global Advantage: Leveraging LinkedIn for Global Connections." Learn expert tips on maximizing your profile's impact and strategically building connections that can open doors to career opportunities where you can leverage your global skills. Join us to elevate your professional presence and expand your global network effectively!
1-4 p.m. International Career Collective (ICC): Virtual Career Expo
The International Career Collective (ICC) Career Expo is the second annual career fair for all international students across 20+ different universities! International students from all years are encouraged to attend.
2-3:30 p.m. Supporting Academic Belonging for International Students
Teaching and Learning Transformation Center | International Student & Scholar Services | Maryland Global
Location: ESJ 0201, TLTC's Instructional Development Studio
This workshop is for instructors. Join Maryland Global and the TLTC to learn about UMD’s international student population and practice strategies for increasing belonging, explicitly articulating academic culture, and supporting a diverse global student population in the classroom. Explore best practices for designing curricula enriched with multicultural and international perspectives and fostering class participation and involvement that can drive international student satisfaction and academic success.
3-5 p.m. First-Generation College Student Community Coffee Hour
Maryland Global | Education Abroad
Location: H.J. Patterson, Global Crossroads
Education Abroad is hosting the Community Coffee Hour event series to create a more inclusive space for students to build community around study abroad planning and experiences. The First-Generation College Student Study Abroad Community Coffee Hour invites prospective, admitted, and returned study abroad students for an afternoon of snacks, activities, and a panel discussion tailored for our first-generation college students who go abroad.
4:30-5:30 p.m. Student Global Leadership Board Information Session
Center for Global Business
Location: Virtual
Learn how to apply to serve on the first CGB Student Global Leadership Board. Act as a bridge between the student body and the Center for Global Business to ensure programs align with students' needs and interests, help enhance global opportunities, foster leadership development, and create a lasting impact.
7:30 p.m. Mozart's Così fan tutte: Maryland Opera Studio
The Clarice Smith Performing Arts Center
Equal parts tender and cynical, Mozart’s Così fan tutte is an exploration of the conflict between love and reason captured in an opera filled with comedy, drama and irony. Written only two years before his death, Mozart’s final contribution to the Italian opera buffa genre, with its quick wit and captivating melodies, moves effortlessly between high farce and profound beauty while providing audiences a deeper understanding of human fallibility.
2-4 p.m. Global Learning Initiatives Open House
Global Learning Initiatives | Maryland Global
Location: 4123 H.J. Patterson
Global Learning Initiatives (GLI) is excited to invite UMD faculty and staff to our Spring Open House on November 20th! GLI Open House is an excellent opportunity to gain insight into the many global engagement opportunities GLI offers and connect with instructors and campus staff while enjoying light refreshments.
4-5 p.m. Global Summer Internship Info Session
Center for Global Business
Location: Room 1336, Van Munching Hall
Learn about the Summer Global Internship program. Receive six credits while interning abroad this summer.
7:30 p.m. Mozart's Così fan tutte: Maryland Opera Studio
The Clarice Smith Performing Arts Center
All Day #GlobalTerps IG Takeover with Sophie
Location: @maryland.global
Explore a day-in-the-life of a study abroad student! Sophie is studying abroad this fall in Chile and an Environmental Science & Policy and Spanish double major. Follow @maryland.global to follow along!
12-1 p.m. Global Consulting Associate Program Info Session
Center for Global Business
Location: Virtual
Learn about how to become a Global Consulting Associate and serve on a consulting team for either the Maryland Global Consulting Program or the U.S. Market Entry Consulting Program.
2-4 p.m. Welcome Home Workshop
Education Abroad | Maryland Global
Location: McKeldin Library Steps (HJP 1102 as backup location in case of inclement weather)
The Welcome Home Workshop invites students of all backgrounds to explore ideas related to home, belonging, and global mobility. Participants will engage in conversations with their peers about the following topics: what does home mean to them, what does it take to feel at home in a new place, and what does it mean to engage in community-building? There will also be a community map activity for attendees to pin their journeys. This will be a 2-hour event where students can drop in at any point, with no requirement to stay longer than they’d like. Hot chocolate will be provided!
2:30-3:30 p.m. International Coffee Hour
International Student & Scholar Services | Maryland Global
Location: St. Mary's Hall (Language House)
International Coffee Hour is a great way to connect with other students & scholars (both domestic and international), meet UMD staff and faculty, and enjoy coffee, tea, and snacks!
4-5 p.m. CGBP Student Pathways Info Session
Center for Global Business
Location: Virtual
Learn about the one-credit course that will prepare you for the Certified Global Business Professional exam from NASBITE International. Open to undergraduate and graduate students.
5-6:30 p.m. Language House International Film Series - "Shoplifters" Presented by the Japanese Cluster
College of Arts and Humanities | Language House | School of Languages, Literatures, and Cultures
Location: St Mary’s Hall, International Film Lounge (0107)
The Language House International Film Series presents films selected by Language House students representing their target languages and cultures. This year, the theme of the series is "Social Inequities," reflecting the theme of the UMD First Year Book.
11 a.m.-12 p.m. Strategic Export Planning for Startups
Center for Global Business
Location: Virtual
This session will highlight why strategic planning is crucial for scaling your startup internationally and guide you through essential steps for identifying target markets, developing effective export strategies, and navigating compliance requirements. We’ll also discuss resources and assistance available to support your efforts, along with key risk management strategies to safeguard your business.
12:30-1 p.m. Study Abroad 101
Education Abroad | Maryland Global
What is study abroad? How does it work at UMD? Where do I even start? Learn more with our Study Abroad 101 session! These sessions will help provide information, resources, and support to help you begin your study abroad journey.
3-5 p.m. Cátedra Pacheco: "Fiction and History in Dialogue with the Work of José Emilio Pacheco"
College of Arts and Humanities | School of Languages, Literatures, and Cultures
Location: Jimenez Hall, 1205
Explore the interplay between fiction and history at Cátedra Pacheco: "Fiction and History in Dialogue with the Work of José Emilio Pacheco." Dive deep into Pacheco's influential work and discover how fiction and history converge through Yuri Herrera’s expert lens. Engage with new insights and perspectives that reveal the profound connections between literary and historical narratives.
6 p.m. Chinese Calligraphy Night
Project Pengyou | Department of Chinese | School of Languages, Literatures, and Cultures
Location: Language House, St. Mary's Hall
Join Project Pengyou for a night of Chinese calligraphy to wind down before Thanksgiving break! Brushes, ink and paper provided!
7:30 p.m. Mozart's Così fan tutte: Maryland Opera Studio
The Clarice Smith Performing Arts Center