Tuesday November 19th

 

Get ready for an incredible week! UConn is thrilled to present exciting global learning opportunities during International Education Week, happening from November 18-22. This joint initiative of the U.S. Department of State and the U.S. Department of Education is an opportunity to celebrate the benefits of international education and exchange worldwide.

This year's theme, "Explore", invites students, scholars, institutions, and others to explore programs, fields of study, languages, cultures, and all the opportunities international education offers"

Don’t miss out! Check out the full schedule of exciting events below!

Tuesday, November 19: Explore New Horizons

Exploring new horizons through international education offers transformative experiences that deepen our understanding of the world. By engaging with diverse educational systems, students gain innovative approaches to problem-solving and critical thinking, enhancing their competitiveness in the global job market. This journey not only transforms individual lives but also nurtures a generation of informed global citizens prepared to address the challenges of our interconnected world.

Global Student Mentor Midday Tabling

: 11:00AM - 2:00PM
: Student Union (SU) Student Street
: Gabriella Santoro
Description:
Come chat with Experiential Global Learning past participants to learn more about student abroad programs.

Benjamin Gilman Scholarship Info Session

: 4:30PM - 5:30PM
: Lawrence D. McHugh Hall (MCHU) 107
: Gabriella Santoro
Description:
Are you a Pell Grant recipient and U.S. citizen looking into studying about? Come learn more about the Benjamin Gilman Scholarship for International Programs. On this info session, you will learn more eligibility, deadlines and application process for the scholarship.

Our International Journey Panel

: 5:00PM - 6:30PM
: Center for International Students & Scholars (CISS) 202
: Alexis Monteiro, Ana Colon-Wallace
Description:
Panelists representing different countries, cultures, and experiences will come together to share their International UConn journey. Come and learn from their perspectives as they tell us about what led up to their decision to pursue higher education in the United States, how they overcame barriers along the way, and advice they have for others. This interactive, dynamic session will provide opportunities for the audience to interact with the panelists and promises to be lively and engaging. Panelists include Dr. Fany DeJesus Hannon from DOS, Undergrad Student - Siyu Chen, and more.

EGL Summer in Ghana Student Panel

: 7:00PM - 8:00PM
: H. Fred Simons African American Cultural Center (AACC)
: Gabriella Santoro
Description:
The EGL Summer in Ghana introduce students to the Finance Technology sector (FinTech), Supply Chain, and Culture and History of Ghana. Come learn more about the program and students' experience.