International Education Week

International Education Week (IEW) is a time we take each year to recognize and celebrate the benefits of international education and global exchange. A joint initiative of the U.S. Department of State and the U.S. Department of Education, universities and institutions around the globe are encouraged to create and participate in events around IEW, that promote global initiatives.

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UArizona smiling with text that says 2023 International Education Week Nov. 13-17

During IEW, Arizona International highlights efforts undertaken across the campus community that prepare Americans for a global environment, through study abroad programs, and engage current and future experts, leaders and scholars from abroad to study, teach and collaborate at the University of Arizona. In 2023, we will host and promote a range of events across campus including our Celebration of Cultures event.

On Friday, November 17 at 4 p.m., Arizona International will host our Celebration of Cultures afternoon tea at the Global Center courtyard, located outside Starbucks. Students, faculty and staff are invited to the Celebration of Cultures as an opportunity to highlight the wonderful diversity on our campus from all around the world. Come along to enjoy afternoon tea, with the option of wearing something related to your culture. We encourage everyone to be as creative as possible, or to just come along to enjoy the fun. Please register for the event.

Provided below are more activities and events happening across IEW at the University of Arizona campus that promote international experiences and opportunities!


Monday , November 13 | Study Abroad Drop-in Advising - 2:00-5:00 PM
Come by the Global Center and find out more about study abroad and how to get started!

Monday , November 13 | Arizona in Kyoto Summer 2024 Info Session - 4:00-5:00 PM
Held at the Learning Services Building. Experience Japanese Culture with the Arizona in Kyoto program! During Summer 2024, students will explore a variety of aspects of the city, delve into the rich culture of Kyoto, and discover how Japan’s enormously influential culture took root and flourished. Come ready with your questions for the Arizona in Kyoto Faculty Lead and Study Abroad Staff!

Tuesday, November 14 | Study Abroad Drop-in Advising - 2:00-5:00 PM
Come by the Global Center and find out more about study abroad and how to get started!

Wednesday, November 15 | Peace Corps: Effective & Ethical International Work Conference - 1:30-5:00 PM
Held at the Environment and Natural Resources 2 (ENR2) building.  At this mini conference, UArizona colleagues and Peace Corps representatives will explore the complex topics of saviorism, neocolonialism, and decolonization; their historical impact on communities across the world; and ways to prioritize effective and ethical models for international work going forward. This includes: a keynote presentation by Dr. Darlene Grant, Senior Advisor to the Director, Peace Corps; a panel discussion with Dr. Grant and experts from UArizona; and a community forum where attendees can engage with Dr. Grant and panelists to further discuss the ideas and topics presented. RSVP here for the event.

Wednesday, November 15 | Study Abroad Drop-in Advising - 2:00-5:00 PM
Come by the Global Center and find out more about study abroad and how to get started!

Friday, November 17 | UA Rome Info Session - 3:00-4:00 PM
Join this session via Zoom. Come learn more and ask questions about studying abroad in Rome, Italy!

Friday, November 17 | Celebration of Cultures Afternoon Tea- 4:00-5:00 PM
Held in the Global Center courtyard outside of Starbucks. Come along to enjoy afternoon tea, with the option of wearing something related to your culture. Please register for the event.

Friday, November 17 | Tucson Guitar Society: Sergio and Clarice Assad in Concert - 7:00-8:00 PM
Held in Holsclaw Hall at the Fred Fox School of Music. The great Brazilian guitarist and composer Sérgio Assad returns, this time pairing with the outstanding Argentinean bandoneón player Richard Scofano. Purchase tickets on the School of Music website.

ONGOING CULTURAL EVENTS:

Online Exhibit: MANY MEXICOS: Vistas de la Frontera: A Retrospective View The Arizona State Museum hosts this ongoing exhibition that interprets Mexican history through the voices that fashioned what changes and what endures in Mexico. Travel through four time periods: Pre-Columbian, Spanish Colonial, Forging Mexico, and Modern Times. 

Wonders and Witness: Contemporary Photography from Korea (Nov. 18 - Jan. 27) This exhibition invites you to explore the diverse facets of Korean life -- its desires, anxieties, frustrations, and mysteries. It presents more than 80 works of 12 Korean photographers, including  Bang Byoungsang, Chung Chuha, Gwon Doyeon, Kim Mi-Hyun, Kim OksunKim SeungguKim Taedong, Nikki S. Lee, Lee SunminOh HeinkuhnArea Park, and Yoon JeongMee. Located at the Center for Creative Photography.