International Education Week 2023
November 13 – 17, 2023
The Center for Global Education and Engagement (CGEE) invites you to join the celebration of International Education Week (IEW), November 13 - 17, 2023.
IEW is an opportunity to celebrate the benefits of international education and exchange worldwide. This joint initiative of the U.S. Department of State and the U.S. Department of Education is part of the efforts to promote programs that prepare Americans for a global environment and attract future leaders from abroad to study, learn and exchange experiences.
To spread awareness about international exchange, CGEE will be celebrating with relevant activities and campus collaborations.
Happening All Week
Flags, flags, flags, oh my!
Description: Pop by Dailey Hall to see the display of flags from around the world. Flags in the window represent Brockport’s international students, faculty and staff. Can you guess them all?
Education Abroad Instagram Takeover
Description: Head over to Education Abroad’s Instagram account (@Bportabroad) for Instagram takeovers from current students abroad and advisors. Students will share their day-in-the-life while advisors do a Q&A!
Monday, November 13
Coffee vs. Tea table (Kick-off Event)
Time: Beginning at 8:45 am
Location: Front of Dailey Hall
Description: They say the world is distinguished by coffee and tea. Stop by our IEW kickoff table to get a complimentary cup of coffee or tea as we kick-off IEW and to learn about the events happening all week!
Note: This event will conclude at 10 am or when the refreshments are out, whichever comes first.
Study Abroad Tabling
Time: 3 - 4 pm
Location: Fireside Lounge, Union
Description: Study. Intern. Volunteer. Stop by the Study Abroad table at the Union to learn more about your overseas opportunities.
Study Abroad 101
Time: 3 – 3:45 pm
Location: Dailey Hall 202, Conference Room
Description: Attend this 45 minute workshop in-person or virtually to learn everything you need to know about starting your journey to going abroad. This workshop is open to all students, but will cover the “beginning stage” of studying abroad.
Tuesday, November 14
Where Will You Spend Summer 2024?
Time: 10 - 11 am
Location: Dailey Hall 202, Conference Room
Description: Stop by the Center for Global Education and Engagement to learn about opportunities to go abroad summer 2024 including faculty-led programming. Applications are due early spring semester so get started today!
I, Too, Am Study Abroad: LGBTQIA+ Identities in Study Abroad
Time: 1 - 2 pm
Registration Link: Register today
Description: Join SUNY for this virtual presentation featuring a panel of study abroad alumni who will share their perspectives on studying abroad as LGBTQIA+ individuals. Discussion topics will include:
- What is the I, Too, Am Study Abroad campaign
- How students selected and prepared for their Study Abroad program
- How the panelists’ individual identities impacted their experiences abroad
- Advice for prospective LGBTQIA+ study abroad students
- Highlights of the panelists’ experiences abroad and how they impacted who they are today
Study Abroad Tabling
Time: 2 - 3 pm
Location: Fireside Lounge, Union
Description: Study. Intern. Volunteer. Stop by the Study Abroad table at the Union to learn more about your overseas opportunities.
Work Visas Beyond OPT Workshop
Time: 5 – 7 pm
Registration Link: Join Zoom Meeting, Meeting ID: 939 8910 2269 Passcode: 436810
Description: Immigration attorney Art Serratelli will provide information on work visas and green card applications. All are welcome, no advanced registration required. Start thinking creatively about your immigration future and attend this free workshop! Hosted by UAlbany.
Wednesday, November 15
Study Abroad Tabling
Time: 11 am – 12pm
Location: Fireside Lounge, Union
Description: Study. Intern. Volunteer. Stop by the Study Abroad table at the Union to learn more about your overseas opportunities.
EUSA Information Session: Dublin Internships
Time: 12 – 1pm
Registration Link: Register today!
Description: EUSA is hosting 30-minute session (one for each city!) and a chance to learn what it’s like to live, study and intern there. It’s a chance to ‘Meet the City Director’ from each place, hear about their city and ask any questions you might have! Hosted by EUSA Internships.
COIL Alumni Students Making an Impact
Time: 12 – 1pm
Registration: Register Today!
Description: Join this informal discussion to meet SUNY faculty engaged with COIL, share best practices and hear from student alumni who once took a COIL course and now are making an impact in the world. Hosted by SUNY COIL.
Study Abroad Tabling
Time: 2 - 3pm
Location: Fireside Lounge, Union
Description: Study. Intern. Volunteer. Stop by the Study Abroad table at the Union to learn more about your overseas opportunities.
Semester at Sea - Study Abroad Information Session
Time: 4 - 5 pm
Register; Join Zoom Meeting, Meeting ID: 936 0973 6427, Passcode: 190469
Description: Join Christine Weiler, Senior Regional Director for Semester at Sea, to learn how you, as a SUNY student, can study abroad with Semester at Sea. SUNY Plattsburgh study abroad staff will be present too to answer all of your questions! Applications are open for fall 2024 and spring 2025 - start planning NOW. Check out the SUNY Plattsburgh Semester at Sea program page. Hosted by SUNY Plattsburgh.
Know Your Rights: Travel Outside the US
Time: 5 - 6pm
Registration Link: Join Zoom Meeting, Meeting ID: 964 3880 9884, Passcode: 688237
Description: This free workshop with immigration attorney Cianna Freeman is a must attend for any student traveling outside the U.S. this winter break or into the future. Learn your rights from an expert! No advanced registration needed, all are welcome. Hosted by UAlbany.
Thursday, November 16
Study Abroad Tabling
Time: 2 – 3pm
Location: Fireside Lounge, Union
Description: Study. Intern. Volunteer. Stop by the Study Abroad table at the Union to learn more about your overseas opportunities.
EUSA Information Session: Prague Internships
Time: 12 pm
Registration Link: Register today!
Description: EUSA is hosting 30-minute session (one for each city!) and a chance to learn what it’s like to live, study and intern there. It’s a chance to ‘Meet the City Director’ from each place, hear about their city and ask any questions you might have! Hosted by EUSA Internships.
Friday, November 17
Study Abroad Tabling
Time: 12 - 1pm
Location: Fireside Lounge, Union
Description: Study. Intern. Volunteer. Stop by the Study Abroad table at the Union to learn more about your overseas opportunities.
Global Social
Time: 2 – 4pm
Location: Harmon/Gordon Lounge
Description: Hosted by The Center for Global Education and Engagement and the Global Village LLC, Global Social is a space for international students, study abroad alumni, Harmon and Gordon residents, and friends to gather and play games from around the world! Light refreshments will be provided.