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International Education Week

UNO takes part in International Education Week each fall in the week before Thanksgiving. IEW 2012 will be Nov. 12-16. Download the Master Schedule.

INTERNATIONAL EDUCATION WEEK

2012 CELEBRATION NOV. 12-16

Organized by the U.S. Departments of State and Education, IEW is a week to celebrate the benefits of international education and exchange. Local events at UNO and other universities and schools around the world demonstrate that international education is not just about physically crossing borders, but also thinking and acting globally in our local communities. Read more about national and global events at iew.state.gov.

CAFE INTERNATIONALE

The signature IEW event at UNO is Cafe Internationale, an open house with refreshments, music, country display tables, and international student presentations. This is also where photo contest winners will be announced. Thursday, Nov. 15, 2 to 4 p.m. in Arts & Sciences Hall 241. Everyone is invited!

Download the Cafe Internationale flier

Other IEW fliers:

IEW 2012 Master Schedule
Global Marketplace
Gildersleeve Lecture
Nebraska Neighbors: West Point

International Photo Contest

Submission deadline: Wed. 7 Nov. by midnight

Voting at Criss Library: 12 to 14 Nov.

Exhibition at Library: 12 to 19 Nov.

The annual International Photo Contest, sponsored by International Studies & Programs, the Sigma Iota Rho honors society members, and generous prize donors, will be on display for voting in the Criss Library during IEW. This year, a separate online winner will also be chosen by the number of likes on the UNO Study Abroad Facebook page.

To apply, read the full guidelines and complete the entry form and e-mail it, along with one to three photos, to ehendrix@unomaha.edu.

Prizes will include gift cards to Starbucks (courtesy of Residence Inn), Ponzu Sushi & Grill, and Aksarben Cinema. Thank you, generous donors!

Biblical Archaeology

Batchelder Conference | 8 to 10 Nov. | Thompson Alumni Center

The Annual Batchelder Biblical Archaeology Conference will feature some of the world's leading scholars in the field. Learn more at Bethsaida Biblical Archaeology

Bethsaida Open House | Mon. to Fri. 12 to 16 Nov. | 9 am to 3 pm | ASH 343

Come learn about the lost city of Bethsaida, Israel, its historical significance, and how you could join the archaeological dig next summer.

Fourth Annual Gildersleeve Know Your World Lecture

Mon. 12 Nov. | noon to 1 pm | MBSC Chancellor’s Room

Journalism professor Chris Allen will speak and answer questions about his Fulbright experience in Oman. Free pizza!

Help promote IEW 2012: Download the Gildersleeve Lecture flier

Presentations by the University of Agder, Norway

Mon. 12 Nov. | 1:30 pm | Peter Kiewit Institute

Faculty from Agder University in Norway will visit Information Science & Technology classes to discuss exchange programs available to UNO Students.

Study Abroad Table

Mon. 12 Nov. | 10 am to 2 pm | Mammel Hall

Tues. 13 Nov. | 10 am to 1 pm | Milo Bail Student Center

Wed. 14 Nov. | 10 am to 1 pm | HPER Building

Visit to learn more about UNO’s study abroad programs, including new scholarship opportunities in India and Brazil for summer 2013.

International Cuisine

Daily Mon. to Fri. 12 to 16 Nov. | MBSC Food Court, Chuck’s Wagon

International dishes served daily - here's the menu:

  • Monday: North African Chicken Stew with Rice
  • Tuesday: Bulgogi Beef and Rice
  • Wednesday: Enchiladas, Rice, and Beans
  • Thursday: Pork Schnitzel, Potatoes, and Fried Cabbage
  • Friday: Tandoori Chicken Masala

Global Marketplace and Bake Sale

Mon. 12 Nov. | 10 am to 2 pm | Mammel Hall

Thurs. 15 Nov. | 2 to 4 pm | Arts & Sciences Hall 241

Internationally-inspired gifts and baked goods for sale. Proceeds and donations support UNO’s International Student Emergency Loan Fund. Stop by, donate, and shop!

Iinterested in donating? E-mail eschwartz@unomaha.edu

Help promote IEW 2012: Download the Global Marketplace flier

International Outreach

Wed. 14 Nov. | 3:30 to 7:30 pm | Open Door Mission

Students will serve food, sort donated clothing, and make gift baskets for children.

Thurs. 15 Nov. | 2 to 4 pm | ASH 241

Students from Beveridge Magnet Middle School of Global Studies and the Arts will join UNO international students for intercultural activities.

Honors Luncheon

Wed. 14 Nov. | noon to 1 pm | MBSC Dodge Room

Invitation-only event honoring sponsored exchange students and scholars, distinguished guests, and graduating international students and International Studies majors.

Café Internationale

Thurs. 15 Nov. | 2 to 4 pm | Arts & Sciences Hall 241

UNO's signature IEW event! Open house with refreshments, music, country display tables, and international student presentations. Photo contest winners and prizes will be announced.

Help promote IEW 2012: Download the Cafe Internationale flier

The Andy Award

This year’s winner of the Andy Award for International Journalism will be announced. The recipient will receive funding to support a new international reporting project.

Kiwanis Club Luncheon

Fri. 16 Nov. | noon to 1 pm | Kiwanis Club of Omaha

Participants in International Professional Development will enjoy lunch and network with local Kiwanis.

Nebraska Neighbors

Fri. and Sat. 16 and 17 Nov. | West Point, Neb.

UNO international students travel to West Point for two days of intercultural exchange, visiting schools, Main Street, farms, and a music studio. Learn more and sign up in Arts & Sciences Hall 238, or e-mail spekny@unomaha.edu.

Download the Nebraska Neighbors West Point flier