Over 150 meals were served to University of Iowa (UI) students and members of the surrounding community on November 24 during the UI’s annual Fall Break Meal, renamed this year in honor of the late Beverly Brandau.
The meal offered an opportunity for students who stay in Iowa City during fall break to eat with other students and community members and join in community with each other.
"What's important to me is connecting with the international students and learning about culture," shared Beth Noeller, president of Friends of International Students, a local organization dedicated to welcoming and supporting international students who come to the University of Iowa.
It also provided a unique chance for international students and scholars on campus to experience traditional fall foods for the first time.
The meal was catered by Hy-Vee and featured turkey, mashed potatoes and gravy, stuffing, macaroni and cheese, green bean casserole, dinner rolls, and pie. In-person dining and grab-and-go options were available.
The event was sponsored by International Programs, the Office of the Dean of Students, the University of Iowa Center for Advancement, and the UI Graduate College. The event was also made possible due to the generosity of Beverly Brandau (BA ‘48), whose endowment seeks to support programs that directly facilitate interactions between international students and the community.
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.
