International Education Week (IEW) is an opportunity to promote programs that prepare Americans for a global environment and attract future leaders from abroad to study, learn, and exchange experiences. Each year, the Office of International Education partners with other departments, student organizations, and individuals who are interested in hosting or co-sponsoring activities and events.

This year marks RMC’s 23rd International Education Week, with events from Nov. 9–13 following the theme “Passport to Possibility and Perspective.”

A full calendar of this year’s IEW events is below.

monday, november 9

Cafecito Time

9:30-11 a.m., Office of International Education

Your passport to a world of coffee awaits! Discover new flavours, celebrate culture, and enjoy an experience inspired by traditional Costa Rican chorreador coffee, café con leche, cortado, and café con pan!

5 Senses of South Korea

11:30 a.m.-1 p.m., Brock Commons Student Lounge

Experience South Korea through your 5 senses, with our Study Abroad Ambassador Leena. Learn more about opportunities to study abroad in South Korea while at RMC!

tuesday, november 10

Thriving in the World: International Education, the U.S. Foreign Service

12-1 p.m., Dollar Tree Room

International Food Market with IIG

5:30-6:30 p.m., Brock Commons Student Lounge

Come and try food from all around the world, without having to spend thousands on plane ticket!

wednesday, november 11

Festival de Sabores – Celebrating Spanish Cuisine

10:20-11:20 a.m., Haley 112

Join the Hispanic Studies 251 students in celebrating International Education Week by learning more about the diverse, the traditional, and the rich and bold gastronomy of Spain. Visit our classroom to sample foods inspired by the diverse regions of Spain prepared by our students. 

Each sample will showcase a creative plate inspired by an original dish from different Spanish regions. Students will be there to discuss their creations with our guests and answer any questions about their assigned region, their original dish, the resulting “concoction”, ingredients used, the preparation process, and the cultural relevance of their selected dish. 

We will have a map of Spain for guests to locate visually our creations. Professor Bordera will also provide some of her own cooking!

Relatos Salvajes Film Screening

6-8 p.m., Brock Commons 202

thursday, november 12

Using International Experience to Propel Your Career

12-1 p.m., J. Rives Childs Room

Having international experience can set you apart from your peers, but only if you know how to frame it for potential employers and decision-makers. This interactive workshop, offered jointly by the Office of International Education and the EDGE Center Development Team, is your chance to learn how to effectively highlight your unique experience to gain that competitive edge. Whether you’ve already participated in an international experience or want to know how it could apply to your career goals, this event is for you!

Friday, november 13

East Asia Quest

12-1 p.m., Brock Commons Student Lounge

Come play, create, and explore! Join the Department of Asian Studies for an adventure through Japanese, Korean, and Chinese cultural traditions. Test your skills in a chopstick challenge, discover the art of origami, and take on challenges inspired by Squid Game and more.

Study Abroad 101

1:30-2 p.m., Haley 101

Join us at our monthly Study Abroad 101 Group Sessions to learn more about a semester or year abroad!

Whether you’re an avid traveler, or just mildly curious, this half hour info session is for all students to learn about OIE’s semester abroad application process and how to research programs. A semester abroad takes planning, so it’s wise to start early.

No matter your major, language abilities, financial situation, or commitments on campus, there are many programs to choose from and options to meet just about everyone’s needs. 

Can’t attend the monthly sessions? Schedule a personal session at: Book time with Dyer, Bayleigh: Study Abroad 101: Semester/ Yearlong Abroad Advising

Suzumebachi and Fan Craft

3-4 p.m., Brock Commons Patio

Come join RMC’s Japanese Festival Music Team at the Brock Commons Patio. Experience a song and dance created and performed in Miyagi, Japan called ‘Suzume Odori’ (Sparrow Dance) and learn more about its origins from members of the team. Join the performance by crafting a fan to learn how to dance like a sparrow. No experience in dancing is needed.