The University Of Utah: Go Global During International Education Week To Held Through November 16-20

Press release from The University of Utah - Announcements:

November 3, 2021

International Education Week—Nov. 16–20, 2021—is an opportunity to celebrate the benefits of international education and exchange worldwide. See the full schedule of events here.

This joint initiative of the U.S. Department of State and the U.S. Department of Education promotes programs that prepare Americans for a global environment and attract future leaders from abroad to learning experiences in the U.S.

While it’s been a challenging year for international travel, the U’s Chief Global Officer Dr. Chris Ireland notes that “the last year has shown us just how interconnected we all are. I think that underscores how critical it is to support our students and scholars in becoming global leaders–the future requires it.”

Despite restrictions, our campus community has found creative ways to support international education. The week offers a wide variety of events—from cooking classes to advising sessions to panel discussions–and demonstrates the diversity of ways students can engage in global learning across campus.

All of this year’s events will be offered in a virtual format following Covid-safe guidelines. Follow the Office for Global Engagement on Instagram at @globalUofU for updates.

Monday, Nov. 16 | 3-4 p.m.
Explore the intersection of racial/ethnic identity and global experiences during this panel discussion featuring faculty, staff, and students.

Monday, Nov. 16 | 5-6 p.m.
Take a bite around the world as we highlight the foods from our global health partners in Ghana, India, Peru and South Korea.

Tuesday, Nov. 17 | 5-6 p.m.
Take a bite around the world as we highlight the foods from our global health partners in Ghana, India, Peru and South Korea.

Tuesday, Nov. 17 | 7-8:30 p.m.
Meet passionate teen innovators from around the globe tackling environmental threats in their own backyards while they navigate the doubts and insecurities of adolescence.

Wednesday, Nov. 18 | 4:30-6:30 p.m.
Join us for a panel discussion and networking event with employers across industries and disciplines to learn where your degree can take you.

Wednesday, Nov. 18 | 4:30-5:30 p.m.
Come join our virtual student panel and learn how engineering students can navigate learning abroad.

Wednesday, Nov. 18 | 5-6 p.m.
Join the Confucius Institute to practice conversational Chinese and learn how to make dumplings.

Wednesday, Nov. 18 | 5-6 p.m.
Take a bite around the world as we highlight the foods from our global health partners in Ghana, India, Peru and South Korea.

Thursday, Nov. 19 | 12-1 p.m.
Hear from Pedro Lopes, secretary of state for innovation and technical training, Cabo Verde.

Thursday, Nov. 19 | 3-4 p.m.
Come learn more about the interdisciplinary Asian Studies M.A. at the University of Utah, which emphasizes advanced language study and breadth of area studies.

Thursday, Nov. 19 | 5-6 p.m.
Take a bite around the world as we highlight the foods from our global health partners in Ghana, India, Peru, and South Korea.

Thursday, Nov. 19 | 11 p.m. (local time)
Green New Deal Special Panel Discussion with Ambassador of the Netherlands to South Korea, Director-General, Global Green Growth Institute, and Utah Profs. This event takes place in South Korea on Friday, November 20 at 2 p.m.

Friday, Nov. 20 | 1-2 p.m.
Come learn more about the interdisciplinary Latin American Studies M.A. at the University of Utah, which emphasizes advanced language study and breadth of area studies.

Thursday, Nov. 19 | 12 p.m.

Friday, Nov. 20 | 6-7:30 p.m.
Show your knowledge of different countries and cultures during a virtual trivia night hosted by the International Student Council! Five winners will receive a cozy U blanket from the Campus Store.

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