Tech Prepares for Week of International Celebration

When it comes to academic and career development, many students choose an international experience to complement their regular classroom activities at Georgia Tech. This week, Tech will celebrate those experiences through International Education Week.

This joint venture of the U.S. Department of State and Department of Education is an effort to increase the global perspective of students so that they can be ready for an international work experience.

"International Education Week is a celebration of international education endeavors that is meant to  encourage more, and deeper, global engagement," said Amy Henry, director of International Education at Georgia Tech. 

From study abroad to foreign exchange, about 48 percent of Tech’s undergraduate student body participates in an international learning experience. These popular programs, along with an internationally diverse student body that makes up 21 percent of the student population, help Tech cultivate a global society of scholars who are keen on the development of an international workforce.

International Education Week (IEW) runs from Monday, Nov. 17, through Saturday, Nov. 22. The week will include cultural activities and information seminars that address what it means to be part of a global society and provide students with information about opportunities to engage in international education at Tech.

See a full list of events at www.oie.gatech.edu/iew, or below.

Monday, Nov. 17 

• Free Hot Chocolate
  When: 9 - 11 a.m.
  Where: Tech Walk
  What: Pick up your “passport” to the week and learn about what is going on during IEW. 

• IEW Kick Off
  When: 11 a.m. - 1 p.m.
  Where: Clough Atrium
  What: Put yourself on the map with Buzz!

• J-1 Employment
  When: 1 - 2 p.m.
  Where: Room 308, Savant
  What: Learn about J-1 Employment Options.

• “Crowded Orbits-Conflict and Cooperation in Space”
  When: 1 - 2 p.m.
  Where: Room G-17, Habersham
  What: Speaker Clay Moltz. Hosted by CISTP.

• International Coffee Hour
  When: 6 - 8 p.m.
  Where: Tech Rec
  What: Brazilian Culture Night hosted by BRASA , Global Jackets, and the Office of International Education (OIE).

Tuesday, Nov 18

• ACIREMA
  When: 10 a.m. - Noon
  Where: Peachtree Room, Student Center Commons
  What: Participate in an intercultural experience that simulates an international student entering the U.S. Sign up at www.oie.gatech.edu/iew

• Barnga
  When: 11:30 a.m. - 1 p.m.
  Where: Piedmont Room, Student Center Commons
  What: Come join the fun and play a game of Barnga. Open to students, faculty, and staff.

• Communicating the Value of the International Plan
  When: 5 - 6:30 p.m.
  Where: Room 308, Savant
  What: Workshop on articulating the value of the International Plan for interviews. RSVP to internationalplan@oie.gatech.edu.

• Ritmo Latino
  When: 6 - 8 p.m.
  Where: Tech Rec
  What: Join the Georgia Tech Salsa Club and Global Jackets to learn how to salsa dance as well as watch performances. Light refreshments will be provided.

Wednesday, Nov. 19 

• Passport Fair
  When: 9 a.m. - 3 p.m.
  Where: Piedmont Room, Student Center Commons
  What: Take advantage of this opportunity to apply for your first passport or renew your passport. Hosted by the Post Office and the Student Center.

• Ten Thousand Villages and Language Café
  When: 11 a.m. - 2 p.m.
  Where: Peachtree Room, Student Center Commons
  What: Browse fair trade products from around the world and tour other cultures with Georgia Tech English Language Institute students.

• Advisor Lunch and Learn
  When: 11:30 a.m. -1 p.m.
  Where: Room 301, Student Center
  What: Exchange course approvals and credit transfer. By invitation only.

• Origami Workshop
  When: 1 - 2 p.m.
  Where: President Suite A, Bill Moore Student Success Center
  What: Learn how to fold origami from the ATL Konichiwa Club.

• The Nuts and Bolts of Immigration Sponsorship in the U.S.
  When: 6 - 7 p.m.
  Where: Student Center Theater
  What: Informational presentation with immigration lawyer Chuck Kuck.

• International Alumni Panel
  When: 7 - 8 p.m.
  Where: Student Center Theater
  What: Hear stories and ask questions of Georgia Tech international alumni.

Thursday, Nov. 20 

• Buzzwords
  When: 10 - 11 a.m.
  Where: Tech Walk
  What: Come learn about non-English languages spoken on campus.

• How to Find an International Internship
  When: 11 a.m. - Noon
  Where: President Suite A, Bill Moore Student Success Center
  What: Learn about how you can intern abroad for credit at Georgia Tech.

• Developing Global Citizens
  When: 11 a.m. - 1 p.m.
  Where: Wilby Room, Library Basement
  What: Faculty Luncheon by CETL. RSVP at www.cetl.gatech.edu.

• Fulbright Awards for Staff
  When: Noon - 1 p.m.
  Where: Room 102, Hall Building (Old CE)
  What: Three recipients of the Fulbright for Administrators will discuss their experiences. Open to all Georgia Tech staff. Learn how you can have this experience too. RSVP at www.oie.gatech.edu/iew

• Pengyou Day
  When: 11 a.m. - 2 p.m.
  Where: Tech Walk
  What: Join representatives from the Georgia Tech chapter of Project Pengyou (an alumni network of students who have studied in China) for Chinese snacks and to learn the meaning of “Pengyou.”

• OIE Photo Contest Reception
  When: 2 - 3 p.m.
  Where: 3rd Floor, Clough Commons
  What: Come see the winners of the 2014 OIE Photo Contest.

• GT-Shenzhen
  When: 4 - 5 p.m.
  Where: Room 301, Student Center
  What: Come learn about Georgia Tech’s new facility in China and how you can study abroad in this vibrant city. www.shenzhen.gatech.edu

• ‘Girl Rising’ Movie and Discussion
  When: 6 - 8 p.m.
  Where: Student Center Theater
  What: A new movie featuring girls from all over the world who are struggling against cultural and societal barriers. Free popcorn! Hosted by OIE and the Women’s Resource Center.

Friday, Nov. 21

• Featured Speaker, Ömer Taşpınar
  When: 10 - 11:30 a.m.
  Where: Clary Theater, Bill Moore Student Success Center
  What: Brookings Institute Fellow and Professor at Johns Hopkins will give a lecture on current events in the Middle East followed by a panel discussion. Hosted by OIE and INTA.

• Language Café
  When: Noon - 2 p.m.
  Where: O’Keefe Lawn
  What: Come interact with students from all over the globe and practice your language skills with Language Institute students. www.esl.gatech.edu

• OPT for Thesis Students
  When: 1 - 2 p.m.
  Where: Room 308, Savant
  What: Workshop for thesis students interested in working off campus before and after graduation. RSVP at www.iStart.gatech.edu

• Scrum Time, Fun Time!
  When: 2 - 4 p.m.
  When: Stamps Turf Field
  What: Learn to play rugby with the men’s and women’s rugby teams. Feel free to just watch or join in.

• Japan Info Session
  When: 5 - 6 p.m.
  Where: Swann Lobby
  What: Learn about opportunities in Japan for Georgia Tech students. Hosted by the Department of Modern Languages.

• Cure Your Cravings
  When: 5 - 7 p.m.
  Where: Klaus Atrium
  What: Celebrate Chinese culture with restaurant-catered cuisine and performances. Dinner is $5. Hosted by the China Care Club. www.chinacare.gatech.edu

Saturday, Nov. 22

• BRASA hosts inSight Conference
  What: Discussing the World GT Campus. Register at www.gtbrasa.wix.com/insight