International Education Week
International Education Week 2022
The Foremost opportunity to celebrate the benefits of international education and exchange.
“This joint initiative of the U.S. Department of State and the U.S. Department of Education is part of the nation’s efforts to promote programs that prepare Americans for a global environment and attract future leaders from abroad to study, learn, and exchange experiences in the United States.”
United States Department of State, Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs
International Education Week is a joint initiative of the U.S. Departments of State and Education. The week was created in 2000 and is now celebrated in more than 100 countries worldwide. The objective is to promote educational programs that prepare Americans, as well as international students, to succeed in a world that is becoming increasingly globalized. The Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs describes International Education Week as “an opportunity to celebrate diversity and the many opportunities and benefits of international education and exchange worldwide.” It also encourages the active participation of all individuals and institutions interested in international education and exchange programs.
- Learn more about International Education Week.
- Submit your 2022 International Education Week event here.
“In today’s world what happens in Rio de Janeiro, Jeddah, and Jakarta impacts our lives as much as events and trends in Cleveland, Toledo, and Cincinnati,” says Kent State University President, Todd Diacon. “International Education Week reminds us of our global mission at Kent State, and facilitates our learning about other people, places and political systems.”
Schedule of Live and Pre-recorded Events
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DESCRIPTION |
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| School of Fashion | School of Fashion Study Programs |
We’re currently the only fashion program in the U.S. to have made the Study Away experience a key, compulsory part of the curriculum. Study Away experiences give our students an opportunity to discover who they really are and what they stand for. Our students learn how to rely on themselves, feeling mature and confident in their ability to make independent decisions, which is a vital skill in the world of fashion. The Kent State University School of Fashion’s Study Away Program has opportunities available to fashion students as well as students with majors outside the fashion realm. You’ll learn more about the global fashion industry while building skills critical to your future career. Whether you’re exploring your options or want to start the application process, you’ll find all the information you need here. Program Flyer |
10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m. |
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The Gerald H. Read Center for International and Intercultural Education
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Characteristics of Japanese First Names
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Join us for lunch (or virtually) to learn about Japanese naming conventions with Daiki Kosumi of Osaka University and a Kent State LEAP Scholar. Program Flyer |
12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m. White Hall, Room 200 Or |
| University Libraries |
Library services for international students
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Learn more about library services for international students' success: library guide, citations, and tips to avoid plagiarism. Connect with your subject librarians. Free giveaways and candies! Program Flyer |
12:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m. University Library, Main Entrance |
| Office of Global Education - Education Abroad | Hot Cocoa with Education Abroad |
The Education Abroad team will be handing out hot cocoa! Grab some hot cocoa and learn more about education abroad opportunities! Event Graphic |
12:30 p.m. - 2:00 p.m. Esplanade outside of the MACC |
| College of Business | Faculty-Led: 4IR and Digital Transformation in Europe |
Dr. Pratim Datta on the 2023 Spring Break cross-listed Management/Computer Information Systems course/trip to Rome. Program Information |
1:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m. BSA, Room 483 |
| Graduate College |
Kick Off the World Cup with the Graduate College
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Stop by the Graduate College wearing your favorite soccer/sports jersey and mingle with other graduate student sport fanatics. Event Graphic |
1:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m. University Library, Room 352 |
| Office of Global Education - International Admissions | Cup Cakes with Admissions Counselors | Chat with International Admissions Counselors |
2:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. OGE Conference Room (Van Campen Room 111) |
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Schedule of Live and Pre-recorded Events
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SPONSOR |
TITLE |
DESCRIPTION |
TIME & LOCATION |
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| Office of Global Education- International Student and Scholar Services (ISSS) | Optional Practical Training Overview Workshop | Come learn about how to plan for Optional Practical Training for F-1 students. More Information. |
11:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m. Kent Student Center Governance Chambers |
| Office of Global Initiatives at Kent Stark | Study Abroad Fair | Explore the possibilities abroad! Stop by one of our tables and speak with faculty about short-term, semester, and year-long study abroad opportunities! |
11:00 a.m - 1:00 p.m. Kent State University at Stark Campus Center (First Floor Lounge and First Floor Hallway) |
| Office of Global Education- International Student and Scholar Services (ISSS) | Curricular Practical Training Workshop | Come learn about how to take advantage of interships, practica and co-ops as an F-1 student More Information. |
12:00 p.m.-1:00 p.m. Kent Student Center Governance Chambers |
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University Libraries |
Library services for international students |
Learn more about library services for international students’ success: library guide, citations, and tips to avoid plagiarism. Connect with your subject librarians. Free giveaways and candies! Program Flyer |
12:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. University Library, Main Entrance |
| Office of Global Education - Education Abroad | National Scholarships & Grants for Education Abroad |
Learn about national funding opportunities such as the Gilman Scholarship and the Fulbright program. Event Graphic |
12:30 p.m. to 1:30 p.m. Bowman Hall 222 |
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Student Legal Services
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Legal Issues for International Students
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A brief power point presentation with "Question and Answer" segment to familiarize international students with legal issues frequently encountered, what to do in those situations and advice from Student Legal Services attorneys. More information |
2:00 p.m - 3:00 p.m. Kent Student Center Governance Chambers |
| Tahini MC and the Office of Global Education | Foodways in International Education | This interactive open house will feature samples of Middle Eastern food provided by Tahini MC and the Office of Global Education. Tahini MC is owned and operated by two Syrian immigrants/former international students who are excited to share foodways from their homeland with the Kent State community More Information |
2:00 pm - 4:00 pm Kent Student Center - Lower Level - The Rathskeller |
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College of Business |
Faculty-Led: International Experience in Marketing and Entrepreneurship: Business Excellence and Made in Italy |
Program introduction with Denise Lee on the 2023 Spring Break cross-listed Marketing/Entrepreneurship course/trip to Florence. Program Information |
4:30 p.m - 5:30 p.m. BSA, Room 483 |
| Career Exploration and Development | Exploring Graduate School Abroad |
Join Career Exploration and Development for a virtual presentation on exploring the possibilities about graduate school abroad. We will be going over the key differences between grad school abroad and in the U.S., as well as providing you with information on what considerations you should make before choosing this route. Make sure to follow us on social media (@kentstatecareer) for additional content. More information |
5:00 p.m - 6:00 p.m. |
| Department of Economics | International Economic Experience – Circular Economy in Ireland |
Program introduction with Dr. Luda Leontieva for the International Economic Experience – Circular Economy in Ireland – May 26 – June 3. Program Flyer |
6:30 p.m - 7:30 p.m. |
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Office of International Student Affairs
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Res Airways - Turkey
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At Res Airways - Turkey, one of Kent State's visiting scholars from Turkey will teach us about their home country Turkey and its culture. Come enjoy the the presentation and try some Turkish food! More information |
7:00 p.m - 9:00 p.m. Centennial Court C/D Bridge Lounge (3rd floor) |
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Schedule of Live and Pre-recorded Events
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SPONSOR |
TITLE |
DESCRIPTION |
TIME & LOCATION |
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| Education Abroad & Financial Aid | Financial Aid for Education Abroad |
Join us to learn how to use your financial aid and scholarships for your education abroad program. Event Graphic |
9:30 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. |
| Office of Global Initiatives at Kent Stark | Office of Global Initiatives at Kent Stark | No passport? No problem! We'll walk you through filling out an application and even take your picture! Grab yourself some sweets and enter in a drawing for a passport scholarship! |
11:00 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Kent State University at Stark Campus Center (First Floor Lounge and First Floor Hallway) |
| Student Accessibility Services | Disability Abroad! | Students with disabilities can face unique challenges when studying abroad. What about my accommodations? Is my ESA allowed to come with me? What if I need medical treatment abroad? In this session, we’ll explore various aspects of disability and how it could affect your experience abroad. We will provide areas to consider when preparing for your education abroad experience and strategies for once you’re finally there. |
11:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. SAS Conference Room, University Library 135 |
| International Student and Scholar Services - Office of Global Education | Cultural Café |
KSU international students offer an inside look at their home cultures. This month presenters are from Libya and Nepal. Come enjoy a Free Lunch featuring food items from the host countries during the intermission between the two presentations. Everyone is welcome to attend and they're always free. |
12:00 p.m. to 1:30 p.m. Kent Student Center - Ballroom Balcony |
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University Libraries |
Library services for international students |
Learn more about library services for international students’ success: library guide, citations, and tips to avoid plagiarism. Connect with your subject librarians. Free giveaways and candies! Program Flyer |
12:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. University Library, Main Entrance |
| Office of Global Education - Education Abroad | Education Abroad 101 | Join the Education Abroad Team to learn about education abroad opportunities at Kent State and get a walk through of the steps you will need to take to study abroad. |
12:30 p.m. to 1:30 p.m. Cene Lecture Hall CAE 120 |
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Department of English
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Dinner and a Movie
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Enjoy pizza and snacks while learning about Department of English classes offered as part of the 2023 Florence Summer Institute; then enjoy the 1985 film classic based on E. M. Forster’s 1908 novel A ROOM WITH A VIEW, which takes place in Florence, Italy, as well as in England, and stars Helen Bonham Carter, Maggie Smith, Julian Sands, Daniel Day-Lewis, and Judi Dench.
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5:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. Satterfield Hall, Room 121 |
| Office of Global Education - Education Abroad and Kent Interhall Council | A World-Class Paint n' Sip |
Join Kent Interhall Council and the Education Abroad Office for a relaxing night of painting Mount Fuji in Japan! Painting supplies and sparkling juice will be provided! Space available as supplies last. Event Graphic |
7:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. Kent State Student Center Room 306ABC |
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Africana Studies/Ghana Study Abroad Program 2024
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"Ghana: The Real Africa 2024"
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KSU Students, interested in engaging an adventure of a lifetime? Join poet and professor Mwatabu S. Okantah for an enriching group study tour of Ghana. Experience the 21st century Ghana-style, from both the village and the big city levels. Program Flyer |
7:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.
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Schedule of Live and Pre-recorded Events
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SPONSOR |
TITLE |
DESCRIPTION |
TIME & LOCATION |
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University Libraries |
Library services for international students |
Learn more about library services for international students’ success: library guide, citations, and tips to avoid plagiarism. Connect with your subject librarians. Free giveaways and candies! Program Flyer |
12:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. University Library, Main Entrance |
| Office of Global Education - Education Abroad |
Apps & Entrees
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Start or complete your education abroad program application and grab a slice of pizza! Representatives from the Education Abroad team will also be available to assist you with any questions about the application process. Be sure to bring your own laptop! Event Graphic |
12:30 p.m. to 1:30 p.m. Bowman Hall, Room 110 |
| Department of Political Science | Comparative Legal Systems |
Through the lens of Italian law, history and culture, this course introduces students to global legal systems and the specific courts that use their interpretative powers to shape and bind the political world order. It uses on-site visits to historic legal venues, cultural sites and practicing lawyers or judges to explain whether the rule of law, and justice, is afforded to citizens that are entitled to basic due process or equal rights in criminal or civil cases that capture world attention. By exploring foreign and domestic courts within an international law framework, it gives students the analytical tools to understand a comparative perspective about how the law is politically applied and functions within, and between, nations to produce equitable and just policy outcomes. |
2:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. |
| Graduate College |
Intercultural Graduate Student Connections
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Are you looking for a way to connect with your peers? Join the Graduate College for global trivia, coloring, and good conversation! Event Graphic |
2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. University Library, Room 352 |
| Education Abroad & Financial Aid | Financial Aid for Education Abroad |
Join us to learn how to use your financial aid and scholarships for your education abroad program. Event Graphic |
2:30 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. Bowman Hall 221 |
| Office of Global Education - Education Abroad and Counseling and Psychological Services (CAPS) |
Unpacking the Education Abroad Experience
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Students will reflect on how their education abroad experience made them feel, why reverse culture shock and re-entry to the home culture can feel so difficult, and how to find balance between the two versions of themselves (pre- and post-study abroad).
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4:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. Bowman - Room 133 |
| International Student and Scholar Services - Office of Global Education | International Cook-Off |
The Office of Global Education’s signature event, the International Cook-Off celebrates cultural cuisine by featuring student culinary teams, who will compete as finalists in the competition. Each team will prepare and present a different cultural entrée from their home country or region. Hosted by the Office of Global Education and supported by Kent State Dining Services, the Cook-Off will feature food and beverages from around the world. The event is open to everyone, and the fantastic food is free! All awards will be announced approximately at 7:45 p.m. More Information |
6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. Kent Student Center - Ballroom |
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Schedule of Live and Pre-recorded Events
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SPONSOR |
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DESCRIPTION |
TIME & LOCATION |
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CAPS (Counseling and Psychological Services) and Office of Global Education - Joint sponsors
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Chai N' Coffe Circle |
This is a monthly social hour for fellowship and support for international students. Event Webpage & Event Graphic |
9:00 a.m. to 10:00 a.m. Heer Hall, Room 107 |
| English as a Second Language Center / English Department | Global Languages Open House |
Visitors to this event will expand their language repertoire in just one hour! Staff and students of the English as a Second Language Center will teach visitors expressions in their home languages which include Chinese, Korean, Arabic, Japanese, Spanish, and more! A language ‘passport’ with the visitor's name written in other alphabets will be provided. All are welcome! Event Graphic |
9:30 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. Satterfield, Room 112 |
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Office of Global Education - Education Abroad and Career Exploration and Development
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Sharing the Education Abroad Experience through Informal Networking
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When asked “How was your time abroad?” do you find yourself saying “It was good!” and not knowing where to take the conversation from there? Join the Office of Global Education and Career Exploration and Development to learn strategies for discussing your life-changing experience with family, friends, and your informal network.
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12:30 p.m. to 1:30 p.m. Bowman - Room 133 |
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Office of Global Education - Education Abroad and Career Exploration and Development
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Articulating the Education Abroad Experience in Professional Setting |
Join this session to learn how to include an education abroad experience on your resume/cover letter and practice articulating what the experience meant to you in a formal context, such as a job interview.
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2:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. Bowman - Room 133 |
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