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International Education Week

We're Looking Forward to International Education Week (IEW) November 18-22, 2024

International Education Week (IEW) celebrates international education and exchange worldwide. This joint effort of the U.S. Department of State and the U.S. Department of Education helps promote programs that prepare Americans for a global environment and attract future leaders from abroad.

International Education Week logo
Learn more about International Education Week at iew.state.gov

 

Past IEW Event Details

We invite the UHCL community to celebrate international efforts in their areas through the following sponsored events for International Education Week.

Monday

Monday, November 13

What is an F-1? A Primer on International Students at UHCL

Location: Bayou Building 2106 or Zoom
Time: 12-1 p.m. 

Hosted By: Office of International Admissions & Student Services

UHCL faculty, students, and staff are invited to learn more about the types of international students on the UHCL campus, government regulations pertaining to them, and what the UHCL community can do to support the international population.


International Student Safety Table

Location: Delta Lobby
Time: 1-4pm

Hosted By: UHCL Police Department

Open forum to discuss U.S. safety and law enforcement protocols and practices with UHCL Police Department. 

Tuesday

Tuesday, November 14

Global Games

Location: SSCB Lounge
Time: 2-4 p.m.

Hosted By: Center for Student Advocacy and Community

Join the Center for Student Advocacy and Community in playing a variety of games about countries around the world and showcasing your culture.


STEM OPT FAQ Session with Alumni Guests

Location: Zoom
Time: 4-4:30 p.m.

Meeting ID: 915 1372 6100
Passcode: 435838

Hosted By: The Office of International Admissions & Student Services


Education Abroad Faculty Development Information Session

Location:  Bayou Building, Room 2106
Time: 12-1:30 p.m.

Faculty, are you thinking about leading a faculty-led education abroad program? The ideal timeline to start planning a program is at least 18 months in advance to allow plenty of time to customize the details for your ideal experience and recruit plenty of students to attend. Join us for the information session with our partner provider. 

Hosted By: Education Abroad and Scholar Services

Wednesday

Wednesday, November 15

New International Prospective Student Panel

Location: Bayou Bayou 1133
Time: 10 a.m. - 12 p.m.

Hosted By: The Office of International Admissions & Student Services


Culture in My Country Instagram Competition

Location: Virtual - Instagram
Time:  8 a.m. - 5 p.m.

Hosted By: The Office of International Admissions & Student Services


Education Abroad Tabling

Location: SSCB Lobby
Time: 12-3 p.m.

Questions about education abroad? Stop by to learn more about the education abroad programs UHCL has to offer!

Hosted By: Education Abroad and Scholar Services

Thursday

Thursday, November 16

Give Thanks

Location: SSCB Student Lounge
Time: 2-4 p.m.

Hosted By: The Office of Orientation and New Student Programs

Join ONSP for a Thanksgiving event full of food, fund, and gratitude. 


Leveraging Your Study Abroad Experience: Navigating Career Opportunities

Location: Bayou 3615
Time: 12-1 p.m.

The session is designed to inspire education abroad alumni, empower them with practical career advice, and provide them with valuable resources.

Hosted By: Education Abroad and Scholar Services


Cooking Around the World

Location: Hunter Hall
Time: 6-8 p.m.

Hosted By: Student Housing and Residential Life

Friday

Friday, November 17

OIAS Fall Open House

Location: Bayou 2123
Time: 10:30 a.m. - 12 p.m.

Hosted By: The Office of International Admissions & Student Services

OIAS international student faculty and staff meet and greet. Learn more about the work of OIAS by visiting during the open house. Hosted by: Office of International Admissions & Student Services.


OPT Live Viewing Party

Location: Bayou 2104
Time: 12-1 p.m.

Fall 2023 and Spring 2024 graduating F-1 students - come enjoy pizza and complete your OPT Video viewing requirement with your friends!

Hosted By: The Office of International Admissions & Student Services

Past IEW Events

Questions 

Contact the International Student Services at intladvising@uhcl.edu.  

 

Special Accommodations

Any person needing an accommodation for a disability in order to participate should contact International Student Services at 281-283-2740 or intladvising@uhcl.edu at least one week prior to the event to arrange for the accommodation.

Contact

  • International Admissions & Student Services
  • Bayou Building B2123
    2700 Bay Area Blvd, Box 225
    Houston, TX 77058-1002

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  • Office Hours
    Monday - Friday, 8 a.m. - 5 p.m.

     

    Phone: 281-283-2740
    Fax: 281-226-7038
    intladvising@uhcl.edu