International Education Week—IEW—is a joint initiative of the U.S. Department of State and the U.S. Department of Education in efforts to promote programs that attract future leaders from abroad to study, learn and exchange experiences, and prepare U.S. Americans for a global environment.
IEW is officially celebrated in November, but at Holy Cross we start the fun in September!
We invite you to our IEW daily trivia! Scroll down and put your knowledge to the test.
ALL SEPTEMBER
Dinand Library: Exhibit of International Books
ALL WEEK
Campus Eateries - Come savor flavors and foods from around the world.
#YouAreWelcomeHere - View this short video of Holy Cross students extending a big-as-the-world welcome to all our international students (Hogan 1 Lobby)
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Date |
Time |
Event |
Location |
Co-sponsor |
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Monday, |
4:30 - 5:30 pm |
Campus Reception for International Students Come meet our international students and enjoy international food. Menu items include taste from the home countries of the Class of 2026! |
Hogan Ballroom |
Study Abroad |
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Monday, |
5:30 - 6:30 pm |
"Welcome to My World" - Panel Discussion "We are all travelling through one another's countries...." What does this mean to you? Listen to Holy Cross international students and Study Abroad Ambassadors -- and reflect upon what is similar or different to your own experiences in other "countries" or cultures. How can we make our travels more enriching and our fellow travelers feel welcome? |
Hogan 328 |
Study Abroad |
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Tuesday, |
4:30 pm |
"The Oppression and Resilience of India's Musahar People" Musahars are among the most marginalized people living under India's caste system. Despite being forced to work in despised and demeaning forms of labor for generations and having little access to education, Musahars, a rural people of tribal origin, have proven resilient. In this talk, Rev. T. Nishaant, S.J., an International Visiting Jesuit Fellow at Holy Cross for 2022-2023, helps us to understand Musahar culture and explores what can and must be done to remedy the generations-deep injustices done to them. |
Rehm Library |
The Rev. Michael C. McFarland, S.J. Center for Religion, Ethics and Culture |
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Tuesday, |
4:30 - 5:30 pm |
Mid-Autumn Festival The Mid-Autumn Festival is celebrated in East Asia today. Come learn more about it and sample traditional "mooncakes." All students currently taking Chinese will be presenting songs and skits featuring legends of the Mid-Autumn festival. |
Hogan Ballroom |
World Languages, Literatures, and Cultures (Chinese) and Asian Studies |
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Wednesday, |
12:45 pm |
Community Prayer for World Peace
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Mary Chapel |
Office of College Chaplains |
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Wednesday, |
3:30 - 5:30 pm |
Friendly Volleyball Game for students, faculty, and staff Celebrate and welcome our international students by participating in a Friendly Volleyball game at the Jo! Join us for friendly games of volleyball to celebrate the popular sport of volleyball. Games will be fun and casual, and teams will be made on the spot. No need to sign up ahead of time; just join us starting at 3:30pm at The Jo Recreation Center. All skill levels are welcome to play or watch. |
The Jo |
Athletics, Campus Recreation |
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Wednesday, |
5:30 - 7:30 pm |
Film, "Beasts of No Nation" (2015) and discussion with Charlana Simmons Film and discussion with Charlana Simmons (Director for Diversity, Equity and Inclusion). "Beasts of No Nation" follows a young boy who becomes a child soldier as his country experiences a horrific civil war. Shot in Ghana and starring Idris Elba, Abraham Attah, Ama K. Abebrese, Grace Nortey, David Dontoh, and Opeyemi Fagbohungbe, the film is based on the 2005 novel of the same name by Uzodinma Iweala. (Text excerpted from Wikipedia) |
Hogan Jenks Suite A - 4th Floor |
Office of Diversity, Equity and Inclusions |
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Wednesday, |
5:00 - 6:00 pm |
German Oktoberfest Experience the tastes, sights, and sounds of the Oktoberfest while learning about Study Abroad in Bamberg, Germany. |
TBA |
World Languages, Literatures, and Cultures (German) |
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Thursday, |
4:30 pm |
Kimball International Dinner |
Kimball Main |
Office of International Students |
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Thursday, |
6:00 - 8:00 pm |
International Game Night Game on! Are you interested in playing board games from countries around the world? Come learn board games from different cultures while meeting new people! International snacks provided |
Williams Social Space |
Office of Multicultural Education |
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Friday, |
6:00 - 8:00pm |
Spanish Karaoke Karaoke en español Wrap up International Education Week with an evening of Spanish karaoke! All levels are welcome. All skills are welcome, including shower singing, perfect pitch, and tone deafness. You can sing a song by your favorite artist in Spanish, or just relax and enjoy HC talent. Sponsored by the Spanish Department and the Spanish Club. |
Stein 120 |
Spanish Department and Spanish Club |
Play our IEW Daily Trivia Game and test yourself!
Look for the “One Holy Cross, One World” buttons worn by international students from around the world. Smile and get to know them!
Pick up your #YouAreWelcomeHere sticker and become a Holy Cross ambassador of welcome! (various campus locations)
International Education Week is organized by the Office of International Students, which gratefully acknowledges the following co-sponsors and campus partners:
Asian Studies; Athletics; Campus Recreation; Dining Services; English; Graphic Arts; International Studies; ITS; McFarland Center for Religion, Ethics & Culture; OIS Student Advisory Board; Office of the Class Deans; Office of Multicultural Education; Office of Student Involvement; Residence Life; Spanish & Spanish Club; Study Abroad; World Languages, Literatures & Cultures.