International Education Week
2021 International Education Week
November 15th-19th, 2021
Join the College of Professional & Global Education (CPGE) in celebrating the diversity of the SJSU community through a series of events during International Education Week. See our full calendar of events below. Join us for any or all events!
IEW is hosted by CPGE units including International Student and Scholar Services (ISSS), Study Abroad and Away (SAA), International Gateways (IG), International House (I-House), Business Development & External Relations (BDER), and partner units throughout the campus.
Learn more about this nationwide celebration on the U.S.Department Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs website.
| Explore our events by day: |
| Monday, November 15th |
| Tuesday, November 16th |
| Wednesday, November 17th |
| Thursday, November 18th |
| Friday, November 19th |
Monday, November 15th
International Education Week Kick-Off
Time: 10:30 AM -1:30 PM
Hosted by CPGE. No sign up needed; join anytime!
Join the College of Professional and Global Education (CPGE) in celebrating International Education Week from November 15-19, 2021! Stop by our table near Student Union West on Monday, November 15th from 10:30 AM-1:30 PM to learn more about the fun events we have planned. While you’re there, take a spin at our prize wheel and sample international sweets!
Fulbright Info Session: Study, Research, or Teach Abroad
Time: 11:00 AM - 12:30 PM
Hosted by SAA. Click HERE to sign up.
Have you ever thought about studying, researching, or teaching abroad? Join us to learn how you can receive a Fulbright grant while you immerse yourself in another community, gain valuable professional skills, and explore the world.
Money Matters: Financing Your Study Abroad
Time: 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
Hosted by SAA. Click HERE to sign up.
Are you interested in studying abroad but not sure how much it costs or how to pay for it? Come join staff from the Study Abroad and Away office, as we break down different program costs, explain how you can use financial aid and scholarships to fund your program, and give valuable tips on budgeting and more!
Tuesday, November 16th
Community on the Commons: Enjoy activities as part of our campus community on Tower Lawn
Time: 11:30 AM - 2:00 PM
Hosted by I-House. No sign up needed; join anytime!
Spend some time on Tower Lawn and enjoy popular games from the United States and around the world with friends and classmates while discussing the many opportunities to connect to Spartans from different global cultures at SJSU and beyond!
Traveling Abroad with Advance Parole
Time: 12:00 - 1:00 PM
Hosted by SAA, UndocuSpartan Student Resource Center, Immigrant Legal Defense (ILD). Click HERE to sign up.
Join SJSU's UndocuSpartan Student Resource Center, Study Abroad & Away, and the Immigrant Legal Defense (ILD) for an informational session to learn about the options undocumented students, DACA, and TPS holders have to travel domestically or abroad. Participants will learn about the requirements, the risks, and tips to prepare for future travel plans. SJSU students, staff, and faculty are encouraged to attend
Global Connections: Thanksgiving & Harvest Celebrations
Time: 4:00-4:50 PM
Hosted by ISSS, I-Gateways, CAPS. Click HERE to sign up.
Join us to talk about Thanksgiving and other celebrations around the world. Come share your story and learn from others!
Wednesday, November 17th
What's in a name? Indian Name Pronunciation Workshop
Time: 4:00-5:00 PM
Hosted by ISSS. Click HERE to sign up.
Do you work with Indian students or are just curious about Indian culture? Join ISSS for our What's in a Name? Series to learn more about Indian culture and name pronunciation. This interactive session is led by SJSU students, Riya Chetan Shah and Aadesh Sharma.
Thursday, November 18th
Finding the Best Study Abroad Program for You!
Time: 1:00 - 2:00 PM
Hosted by SAA. Click HERE to sign up.
Join us to discover amazing global experiences available to you at SJSU! We have programs for everyone: study abroad (international), and away (domestic), short-term (winter, spring and summer breaks), long-term (semester and year-long), virtual (throughout the year), Alternative Break Programs, community-based learning, and soon to be offered...international work integrated learning/internship program. In this session we will provide an overview of all of our opportunities, discuss how a globally focused program can help you reach your personal, academic, and professional goals..and have a life changing experience! We will also show you how to navigate the application portal. Join us and be one step closer to becoming a Global Spartan!
Tea Time
Time: 3:00-4:00 PM
Hosted by ISSS. Click HERE to sign up.
Our peer-led weekly meetup continues throughout fall! Come hang out with fellow students, meet new people, relax, and have a good time.
SJSU - TEC Monterrey Faculty Exchange
Time: 3:00-4:00 PM
Hosted by BDER.
SJSU and Tecnologico de Monterrey faculty discuss ideas for collaboration.
Global Trivia with SJSU King Library
Time: 4:00-5:00 PM
Hosted by SJSU King Library. Click HERE to sign up.
SJSU King Library is hosting a global trivia game! Questions will focus on arts & culture, geography, history & more. Open to individual competitors and teams. Bring your 'A' game and a fun quiz team name. First and second place competitors will win a prize!
Networking Tips: International Student & Alumni Panel
Time: 5:00-6:00 PM
Hosted by ISSS and the Career Center. Click HERE to sign up.
Network, network, network! Learn tips and strategies for networking from our panel of SJSU international alumni and current students.
Friday, November 19th
What's in a name? Vietnamese Name Pronunciation Workshop
Time: 12:00-1:00 PM
Hosted by ISSS. Click HERE to sign up.
Do you work with Vietnamese students or are just curious about Viet culture? Join ISSS for our What's in a Name? Series to learn more about Vietnamese culture and name pronunciation. This interactive session is led by SJSU students Mindy Trieu and Thi Bui.
Global Trivia with SJSU King Library
Time: 2:00-3:00 PM
Hosted by SJSU King Library. CANCELLED.
SJSU King Library is hosting a global trivia game! Questions will focus on arts & culture, geography, history & more. Open to individual competitors and teams. Bring your 'A' game and a fun quiz team name. First and second place competitors will win a prize!
International Opportunities for Faculty
Time: 2:00-3:00 PM
Hosted by SAA & ISSS. CANCELLED.
Please join us to discuss international opportunities available for SJSU faculty. We will introduce you to various ways you can engage and participate in global education opportunities, including leading faculty-led programs, serving as a CSU IP Resident Director, hosting visiting scholars, and more. Learn about ways you can contribute and help promote internationalization of the SJSU campus!
What's in a name? Chinese Name Pronunciation Workshop
Time: 4:00-5:00 PM
Hosted by ISSS. Click HERE to sign up.
Ever wondered how to pronounce that name? Did you know the "q" is actually pronounced like "ch"? Join ISSS for our What's in a Name? Series to learn more about Chinese culture and name pronunciation. This interactive session is led by SJSU students Yuyi Huang & Mengzhen Zhao.
Events Happening All Week
The following events are happening asynchronously all week long. This means, you can participate at any time, no matter where you are!
Instagram Takeover
Follow our #GlobalSpartans all week as they share their experiences. Learn more about
opportunities in Study Abroad and Away, International Gateways, International House,
and hear from our International Students and Scholars on Instagram. Follow along on
the below Instagram accounts!
- International Student & Scholar Services
- Study Abroad & Away
- International Gateways
- SJSU International House
International Music Playlist
Enjoy our international music playlist on Spotify HERE.
Get Started: Study Abroad & Away 101
Time: on demand
Hosted by SAA. Click HERE to watch.
Want to study abroad? Start by checking out the Study Abroad & Away 101 video to learn essential information about study abroad and away. All students should watch the video before applying for a program.
Art Across Culture: Videos from artists around the world
Time: on demand
Hosted by SJSU King Library. Click HERE to watch.
Art is an expression of one’s imagination, feelings, and beliefs. It represents the cultural, social, political, and natural environment of a place. SJSU library presents a fascinating series of videos that will allow you to discover stories across the globe through expressions of art. These videos can be accessed anywhere: to view Kanopy videos, log in with your SJSU Tower ID and password.