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International Education Week 2024
International Education Week (IEW) will be observed nationally November 18-22, 2024. WCU will start off the celebration of IEW with the Honors Global Symposium presented by the Brinson Honors College the week prior.
IEW is a joint initiative of the U.S. Department of State and the U.S. Department of Education celebrates the benefits of international education and exchange worldwide. This week of events promotes programs and prepares U.S. Americans for a global environment and to attract future leaders from abroad to study, learn, and exchange their experiences.
Events and Registration
All students, staff, and faculty are encourged to participate in these events!
Thursday, November 14
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Honors Global Symposium Questions? Contact Lori Oxford at lfoxford@wcu.edu
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9:00 AM - 12:15 PM 1:30 PM - 4:00 PM Blue Ridge Conference Rooms |
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Monday, November 18
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WCU Global Table Stop by the WCU Global Table to learn more about study abroad opportunities and passport services. |
10:30 AM - 12:30 PM UC Fountain (Rain location: UC 2nd Floor) |
Tuesday, November 19
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WCU Passport Services Information Table
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1:30 PM - 3:30 PM UC 2nd Floor |
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Wednesday, November 20
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International Student Virtual Open House - |
9:00 AM - 10:00 AM Virtual Event |
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Study Abroad 101
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1:30 PM - 2:30 PM KA 136 |
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Japan Night Incredible Journey of IAIDO master, Gregory Huff Sensei! |
6:15 PM - 8:00 PM McKee 121 |
Presented by the WCU Japanese Program |
Thursday, November 21
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TBD |
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Friday, November 22
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Study Abroad 101
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1:30 PM - 2:30 PM KA 136 |
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International Education Week is a joint initiative of the U.S. Department of State and the U.S. Department of Education to celebrate the benefits of international education and worldwide exchange.
Brinson Honors College: Honors Global Symposium
Thursday, November 14
Blue Ridge Conference Center
Thank You from WCU Global
WCU Global appreciates the annual support and participation from numerous departments from across campus. This collaboration helps make International Education Week possible.