International Education Week 2026
Celebrate at Maryland November 16–20
From Nov. 16–20, 2026, Maryland will celebrate International Education Week (IEW), a campus-wide showcase of our international diversity, global learning and collaboration, and cultural exchange. Explore our calendar of campus events below.
Use this IEW campus calendar form to include your or a campus partner’s event that aligns with international themes or celebrates Maryland’s global Terp community during that week. We welcome events of all sizes and formats!
How to Participate
- Explore the calendar: Check back as we continue to add events.
- Submit an event: Add it to the IEW calendar so our community learns about it and knows how to participate.
- Amplify IEW: Include a calendar link in your newsletter, newsroom and stories.
The Global Crossroads atrium in H.J. Patterson Hall is available at no charge for IEW events. Email fyoung22@umd.edu to reserve the space.
IEW 2026 Events
Check back as we continue to add events.
Monday, Nov. 16
Tuesday, Nov. 17
Wednesday, Nov. 18
Coffee & Conversations: Study Abroad and Language Immersion
3:30-5 p.m. | St Mary's Hall MPR
The Language House | Education Abroad | Maryland Global
Join us for Community Coffee Hour, a casual event for students interested in language immersion and study abroad. Hear from alumni about their experiences abroad, connect with peers, and learn about language scholarship opportunities over coffee and light refreshments.
Thursday, Nov. 19
2:30-3:30 p.m. | Global Crossroads, H.J. Patterson Hall
International Student & Scholar Services | Maryland Global
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!
U21 Sustainable Micro-internship Kick-off
5-6 p.m. | 2242 H.J. Patterson Hall
Global Learning Initiatives | Maryland Global
Kick-off event for UMD students recently accepted into the U21 Sustainable Micro-internships program. Participants will meet their UMD cohort, hear from alumni, and learn what to expect as they begin this international, sustainability-focused internship experience.
Friday, Nov. 20
Maryland International Education Day
9-5 p.m. | St. Johns College, Annapolis
Maryland Governor's Office
As MIEC’s flagship annual event, Maryland International Education Day highlights our state’s vibrant leadership in international education and celebrates the unique contributions and vital perspectives that international students, faculty, and U.S. study abroad participants bring to Maryland’s campuses and local communities.