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International Education Week

UNLV Celebrates International Engagement and Exchange Worldwide

About

UNLV is proud to celebrate International Education Week (IEW) every November through campuswide collaborations between UNLV Global, Alumni Engagement, Department of Student Connection and Engagement, Department of World Languages & Cultures, College of Fine Arts, College of Hospitality, College of Engineering, CSUN, GPSA, and Student Life!

IEW celebrates international education and exchange worldwide. UNLV is committed to encouraging more of the world to study in Las Vegas, as well as opening up more opportunities for our students and faculty to engage globally. Building on our already strong global reputation at UNLV, we strive to cultivate an even larger international community of students and scholars committed to education as a path to improve our shared future as global citizens.

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Upcoming Events

  • Nov 16: UNESCO Story Circles Faculty and Staff Workshop
    3:00pm

    Kick off International Education Week by sharing stories, discovering new perspectives, and building connections across cultures! Join us for a faculty/staff UNESCO Story Circles Workshop where participants come together to…

  • Nov 17: UNESCO Story Circles Student Workshop
    3:00pm

    Kick off International Education Week by sharing stories, discovering new perspectives, and building connections across cultures! Join us for a student UNESCO Story Circles Workshop where participants come together to share…

  • Nov 17: Sport Tuesday: Belly Dance with Baklava & Tea
    5:00pm

    This Sport Tuesday is a special International Education Week event! Join Maryam Rad from the Office of Student Connection and Engagement for an engaging session on the art, history, and celebration of belly dance. Experience…

  • Nov 18: Internationalization Fireside Chat with the Deans
    1:00pm

    Academic leaders and faculty are invited to join a conversation on the internationalization of UNLV and how global perspectives enhance campus life. Meet with leaders from the Colleges of Hospitality, Engineering, and Fine…

  • Nov 18: Exploring International Diplomatic Careers
    3:00pm

    Explore careers in diplomacy! Our guest speaker from the Department of State will be talking about scholarships, fellowships and career opportunities in the field of diplomacy, and answer your questions at the end. Any…

  • Nov 18: Games Around the World
    3:30pm

    You're invited to join us for Games Around the World, a fun and festive event celebrating International Education Week! Explore cultures through traditional games played across continents and enjoy a variety of international…

  • Nov 18: International Faculty & Staff Appreciation Reception
    4:30pm

    The International Faculty and Staff Appreciation Reception celebrating International Education Week will be hosted by the Office of the Executive Vice President and Provost, the Office of the Senior Vice Provost for Academic…

  • Nov 18: Mid-Week Dinner with International Students, Faculty, and Staff
    5:30pm

    Celebrate International Education Week with a special evening of connection and community! Enjoy dinner at the UNLV Dining Commons alongside international students, faculty, and staff. This relaxed gathering is a chance to…

  • Nov 19: Global Connections Fair
    11:00am

    Explore the world with UNLV! Stop by the Global Connections Fair, hosted by UNLV Global and Student Affairs, to learn about the many international programs available at UNLV and experience the cultures that make our…

  • Nov 19: Global Thursday: Salsa Dancing Lesson
    3:00pm

    Get ready to move, groove, and connect across cultures! Join us for a fun and lively Global Thursday with a salsa dancing lesson in celebration of International Education Week. No experience or partner is needed, just bring…

  • Nov 19: International Alumni Mixer
    5:00pm

    UNLV welcomes back international alumni this International Education Week! Reconnect and build meaningful new connections with members of our global alumni community. Enjoy an evening of conversation, networking, and…

  • Nov 20: International Thanksgiving Potluck
    5:00pm

    Celebrate Thanksgiving with an international celebration. Bring your favorite food to enjoy or share. Learn about Thanksgiving in the U.S. while sharing about special holidays in your home country. Please register for this…

Contact Us

Email: global@unlv.edu