The University of Iowa (UI) celebrates International Education Week (IEW) each year, serving as an example of our commitment to preparing Americans for a global environment and to attract future leaders from abroad to come to the U.S. IEW is a joint initiative of the U.S. Department of State and the U.S. Department of Education, in partnership with universities around the country. This year IEW is taking place November 13-17.
Multiple events are planned during and leading up to the week, many of which are organized by UI students, faculty, and staff from across campus. This year’s signature event is a Multicultural Showcase on November 3, which will introduce UI students, faculty, staff, and the greater Iowa City community to different cultures through various vocal and dance performances, ethnic dishes to try, as well as interactive tabling hosted by student organizations and UI colleges and departments.
A sampling of other events includes:
- Study abroad returned student event focusing on mental health and reverse culture shock
- Global Health Case Study Competition information sessions
- Fulbright U.S. Student Program Group Presentation Session
- Climate Security as National Security: Climate Change and the Hawkeye State, an event featuring VADM Michael T. Franken
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International Programs (IP) at the University of Iowa (UI) is committed to enriching the global experience of UI students, faculty, staff, and the general public by leading efforts to promote internationally oriented teaching, research, creative work, and community engagement. IP provides support for international students and scholars, administers scholarships and assistance for students who study, intern, or do research abroad, and provides funding opportunities and grant-writing assistance for faculty engaged in international research. IP shares their stories through various media, and by hosting multiple public engagement activities each year.
