International Education Week (IEW) is an opportunity to celebrate the benefits of international education and exchange worldwide.
About the Week:
International Education Week (IEW) is a week of Baylor events that promote and celebrate international exchange worldwide. We aim to encourage communication between different cultures at Baylor and to help develop worldwide leaders to serve. International Education Week contributes significantly to the university's goal of a Global Baylor. The week offers various activities to students, faculty, and staff that promote international exchange, cultural competence, and dialogue.
This joint initiative of the U.S. Department of State and the U.S. Department of Education is just as crucial amidst current events as ever before. It promotes programs that prepare Americans for a global environment and attract future leaders from abroad to study, learn, and exchange experiences. The Baylor community supports this global initiative to recognize our institution's international community and promote further internationalization among faculty, staff, and students.
Schedule of Events Fall 2023
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Baylor Language Olympics |
Interactive Media and Language Center (iMLC) |
Nov 6th-10th |
All week |
i-MLC Language Lab - Draper 356 - Click here for details. |
Post your thoughts with Post-It in any language other than English at iMLC. Come and discover what people are saying in different languages. Post it every day as themes change daily. This is a friendly competition among languages, as the French language won the gold medal last year. |
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*All Things Study Abroad Considered |
Baylor Study Abroad |
Nov 6 |
4:00-5:00pm |
Cashion 102 |
If you are curious about leading a program, learning about what programs exist, or starting an agreement with another university, come and get your questions answered. Study Abroad consists of short-term programs, semester programs, university partnerships, internships, faculty exchange, etc. Study Abroad can contribute to retention, recruitment, and research as well. This session is meant to give an overview of opportunities and is particularly geared toward faculty and staff who may have questions or concerns about international education at Baylor. |
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Summer Study Abroad: Baylor in London/Communication |
Communication Department |
Nov 6 |
5:00-5:30pm |
This session will give an overview of the program and what students can expect. All students in any major are welcome! |
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Certificate in Global Engagement Mixer |
Global Baylor |
Nov 6 |
5:00-6:00pm |
Hankamer/Cashion Lobby |
Are you in the Global Certificate? Interested in joining? Come to the Global Certificate Mixer, for free food, a chance to meet other students involved, and pick up the new Global Baylor long-sleeved shirt! |
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Die Geträumten (The Dreamed Ones) |
Department of Modern Languages and Cultures (German) |
Nov 7 |
Each title is available for 24 hours starting at 3pm |
Virtual Films shown with English Subtitles: The correspondence between two key German-language poets as read by two actors in an exploration of a doomed romance in the wake of WWII. |
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Education in My Country |
Baylor & Beyond Living-Learning Center |
Nov 7 |
5:30pm-7:00pm |
North Russell Hall Classroom |
Baylor & Beyond is hosting a panel discussion with our international students who will talk about their educational experiences and the education systems in their home countries. We will have free snacks from around the world. |
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Summer Study Abroad: Baylor in New Zealand |
Baylor Study Abroad |
Nov 7 |
8:00-8:30pm |
Jones Library 105 |
Are you looking for something completely different next summer? Would you rather be discovering or being amazed? We’re spending a day on the ocean chasing whales and dolphins, touring Hobbiton (movie set), hiking in beautiful scenery, soaking in hot springs, and heading to the mountains for snow skiing and exploring. Open to all students and majors. |
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International Tea & Coffee Hour |
International Student & Scholar Services |
Nov 8 |
10:00-11:30am |
Hank/Cashion Lobby |
Join International Student & Scholar Services and sample some treats and drinks from around the world! Attendees are also welcome and encouraged to wear any cultural or traditional dress to this event as well. |
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Baylor University + Seinan Gakuin University Collaborative Online International Learning Project: Business Case Study Presentation "Diversity, Inclusion & Equity in Japan" |
Department of Modern Languages and Cultures (Japanese) |
Nov 8 |
4:15-5:15pm |
Draper 152 |
This is the 3rd annual BU + SGU COIL Japanese Business Case Study Presentation. Students in JPN3305 Japanese for the Professions have been collaborating with students from Seinan Gakuin University in Fukuoka Japan and studying Japanese businesses and their promotion of diversity, inclusion and equity. During the presentation day, four student groups will present their findings along with Seinan Gakuin students who will join via Zoom. Reception and informal Q&A with refreshments to follow. |
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Summer Study Abroad: Baylor in Australia |
HHPR/Environmental Science |
Nov 9 |
4:00-4:45pm |
Marrs McLean Gym 230 |
This Baylor faculty-led study abroad program combines hands-on activities and service-learning projects that explores sustainability by looking at ecotourism, ecosystems, and environmental and cultural conservation awareness. |
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Service-Learning Study Abroad Experience: 6 Tips to Reach Your Leadership Potential by Serving Others |
Department of Health, Human Performance, and Recreation |
Nov 9 |
3:30-4:00pm |
Sid Rich 225 |
Study Abroad is more than just taking classes internationally – studying abroad with Baylor gives you the opportunity to learn, research, volunteer, and intern abroad! Come join the Study Abroad team to learn more about the variety of opportunities available to you while abroad. We invite you to think differently and think BIG about what a study abroad experience could look like for you! |
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*State of the Center for Global Engagement |
Baylor Center for Global Engagement |
Nov 9 |
4:00-5:30pm |
Bobo Spiritual Life Center |
Faculty and Staff are invited to join the Center for Global Engagements new Vice Provost Dr. Eduardo Contreas for a short update on CGE's Mission and Strategic Goals along with a reception. This is a come and go event. |
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Seeing the World Through a Health Lens |
Department of Public Health |
Nov 9 |
5:00-6:00pm |
Hankamer 140 |
Public Health Faculty will talk about various ways they are working in global settings. Specific emphasis will be on seeing the world through a One Health lens and understanding how cultural settings inform research, exploration, and learning. The faculty will also highlight study abroad and mission trip opportunities for students and staff. |
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Summer Study Abroad: Baylor in Cambridge |
English Department |
Nov 9 |
5:00-5:30pm |
Carroll Science 105 |
This five-week program will be centered in the ancient city of Cambridge, UK. There we will read the most celebrated English poetry and beloved works of British fantasy fiction. The program includes weekend jaunts to London, Oxford, Stratford-upon-Avon, and Harry Potter Studios as well as independent travel around the United Kingdom on your BritRail pass. |
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Mariachi Masterclass: Discovering the Heartbeat of Mexico |
Department of Modern Languages and Cultures (Spanish) |
Nov 10 |
10:10-11:00am |
Barfield Room (BDSC 213) |
Explore the traditional passion of the Mariachi in a marvelous presentation that displays true Mexican heritage! A renowned Mexican symbol across the globe, Mariachi is the perfect embodiment of tradition that we all know and love. Learn about this art and its significance to the people of Mexico while witnessing an authentic live performance that will leave you in awe of the prideful nation. |