Office of International Programs

Office of International Programs

International Education Week 2005

The following are events that were hosted by various University of Minnesota colleges, departments, and campuses during International Education Week 2005.

Duluth & Morris Campuses

Monday, Nov. 14, 2005

International Country Fair

There will be tables representing many countries of the world with students to sharing their experiences.

Sponsored by the Center for International Programs, UMM.

Twin Cities Campus

Monday, Nov. 14, 2005

Special International Pizza & Talk: "Commanding English"

How does a Hmong or Somali student who spent years in a refugee camp catch up and succeed in college? A U.S. resident student who moves from Vietnam to Minnesota in junior high has neither the full home-language literacy nor the time to develop full literacy and college preparation in English. The Commanding English Program in General College builds academic literacy through an international and multicultural curriculum embedded in typical first-year college courses. Students and instructors from Commanding English will talk about how this program works to create access and academic acculturation for multilingual Minnesota students both in the freshman year program and in the high school outreach programs. There will be tables representing many countries of the world with students to sharing their experiences.

Sponsored by the International Education Committee of the College of Education and Human Development

Stories from India

Carleen Kerttula will share her stories and observations of India's country, culture, people, and business climate with a slideshow of pictures from her participation in the India Seminar, a Global Enrichment Elective. This is a brown bag event, so please feel free to bring your lunch and international interest along! Refreshments will be provided.

Sponsored by the International Programs Office in the Carlson School of Management

First Steps for Undergraduates

Attend a Learning Abroad Center First Step Meeting focusing on programs and resources for CHE students. This session will give basic information about study, work, intern, and volunteer programs abroad, and explain the services and resources available to students. Refreshments provided.

Sponsored by CHE Student Services and co-sponsored by the Learning Abroad Center.

Medical School International Day

Steven Miles, M.D., professor of medicine, geriatrics, and the Center for Bioethics, will receive the 2005 Medical School's Alumni International Distinguished Physician Award and will present a special lecture, "Global Health and the Frighten Empire." Dr. Miles was named Minnesotan of the Year by Minnesota Monthly magazine and is an outspoken figure regarding the medical practices at Abu Ghraib prison in Iraq and the dirty partnership between those torturing prisoners and the medical personnel participating in the process.

Sponsored by the International Medical Education and Research (IMER) Program

International Education Week Kick-Off Reception

The International Programs office will be hosting their annual autumn reception to kick off the celebration of International Education Week!

Sponsored by the International Programs Office in the Carlson School of Management

Tuesday, Nov. 15, 2005

Celebrating International Instructors

The Center for Teaching & Learning Services (CTLS) will host a reception to honor the unique contributions that international instructors bring to this University campus. If you are an international graduate student or faculty member who has been associated with CTLS courses or career development programs, please join us for cider, snacks, and a brief program.

Sponsored by the Center for Teaching & Learning Services.

Study Abroad Panel for Undergraduates

Can't decide between a semester abroad or a short-term study abroad experience? Come and learn about all of Carlson's exciting undergraduate level study abroad opportunities. Snacks will be served.

Sponsored by the International Programs Office in the Carlson School of Management

International Student Week in Pharmacy

International students in the College of Pharmacy will decorate a room and create educational displays related to their home countries. Brochures describing international education activities on campus will be available. There will be a program in which students from various countries will be invited to briefly tell about their country and how pharmacy is practiced there. The high point of the event will be catered international foods representing various countries.

Sponsored by the College of Pharmacy

Toward Success in the U.S. Workshop: Effective Classroom Participation for International Students

International students: Do you often have difficulty communicating with your classmates, professors, or advisers either in or out of the classroom? Attend this workshop and you will have the opportunity to:

Sponsored by International Student and Scholar Services and University Counseling and Consulting Services

French and Italian Culture Night

This is a collaborative effort by the French and Italian Clubs to invite all of our students and any other interested parties to celebrate! We will be showing the Italian film, "Mediterraneo," as well as presenting a poster session including student-made posters representing Francophone cultures and Italian regions. We are also inviting a recently-returned exchange student to field questions regarding his sojourn in Montpellier, France, and his vacation in Italy. Information about study abroad programs will be available for all attendees and refreshments will be offered.

Sponsored by the French and Italian Clubs and co-sponsored by the Department of French & Italian

Wednesday, Nov. 16, 2005

Training for Global Understanding: Promoting Understanding of the South Asian Community

Did you know that in the United States, 25 percent of doctors and 20 percent of IT professional are South Asians? Do you know what percentage South Asians make up of the University's graduate student population? Come to this session to learn core values and societal norms of peoples from this world region, interesting facts about South Asia, and experiences of South Asian students on campus.

Sponsored by International Student & Scholar Services and Multicultural Center for Academic Excellence

Passport Prizes and Raffle

Come celebrate your international experiences with us. Bring your passport in to one of three locations. Receive a door prize and enter to win our raffle for international gifts.

Sponsored by COAFES and co-sponsored by CNR.

Arcadia University Programs

Learn about popular study abroad programs that await you by visiting with an Arcadia University representative at the Arcadia Study Abroad Information Table for Undergraduate Students. Sample Arcadia programs include: Academia Italiana in Florence, Italy; University of Westminster in London, England; and
Glasgow School of Art in Glasgow, Scotland.

Sponsored by CHE Student Services.

CBS Study Abroad Student Panel

College of Biological Sciences students who have studied in various regions of the world will discuss their experiences abroad, why they decided to study where they did, and how their international experiences can be used for their majors. There will be a question-and-answer session following the presentations.

Sponsored by CBS Student Services and co-sponsored by the Learning Abroad Center.

International Internships & Work Opportunities

Have you ever thought about working abroad? Come and learn about the exciting opportunity to work in another country. The Learning Abroad Center will present on work, intern, and volunteer opportunities abroad. Snacks will be served.

Sponsored by the International Programs Office in the Carlson School of Management and co-sponsored by the Learning Abroad Center

Costa Rica International Field Study

Professor Dean Current (CNR), along with students, will discuss the annual January International Field Study to Costa Rica. This seminar offers excursions, field trips, and visits with individuals involved in agricultural and food systems. Photos, stories, and refreshments will be shared.

Sponsored by COAFES, CNR.

Faculty Focus on the Future

CHE faculty will be working closely with new colleagues in the very near future. The International Committee is hosting a session for interested faculty from CHE as well as the five colleges affected by strategic positioning. Representatives will share current activities and initiatives, and attendees will discuss their vision for the future of international education in the new colleges. Light lunch provided.

Sponsored by the CHE International Committee.

Books, Libraries, and Learning; Teaching and Traveling

The concept of libraries as a "place" is fast changing. While learning, teaching, or traveling, books have always been part of our luggage. Come share your travel, teaching, and/or learning experience in the U.S and abroad in an informal gathering of former Peace Corp volunteers, your friendly librarians, international students and scholars, and other library friends. Come enjoy good company with free food and drinks.

Sponsored by Magrath Library and the Office of International Programs

The Lived Experience of International Graduate Study

A number of graduate students will describe the challenges they have faced in international studies in the School of Nursing.

Sponsored by the School of Nursing.

Annual Dean's Reception in Honor of International Education

A reception to welcome the College of Education and Human Development's new and returning international students, scholars, and visitors.

Sponsored by the International Education Committee of the College of Education and Human Development

Study Abroad Student Panel for Graduate Students

Students tell all...Come and learn about all of Carlson's exciting graduate-level study abroad opportunities. Snacks will be served.

Sponsored by the International Programs Office in the Carlson School of Management

Special Panel: Reflections on the Peace Corps Experience

Viewing and then discussion of the controversial film, "The Foreigners," by a group of returned Peace Corps volunteers.

Sponsored by the International Education Committee of the College of Education and Human Development

Thursday, Nov. 17, 2005

International Internships

Dr. Günter Seefeldt of International Cooperative Education will interview students interested in internships in northern Europe. His contacts and placements include major European corporations, agribusinesses, hotels, and banks.

Sponsored by the Department of German, Scandinavian, and Dutch

Welcome to IT!

The Institute of Technology invites international students here on the Institute's custom exchange programs to a luncheon in their honor. This year students are from Norway, Sweden, Taiwan, Switzerland, Scotland, Thailand, and Singapore. The international students will have the opportunity to get better acquainted with each other and to meet the Associate Dean for Student Affairs and faculty in IT departments in which they are studying.Also, IT students who have studied or interned abroad will be invited to speak on their experiences.

Sponsored by IT Student Affairs

Festival of Cultures by GLOBE Student Association

Come and join us in sampling delicious dishes from far corners of the globe. We will have vegetarian food as well.

Sponsored by the International Programs Office in the Carlson School of Management

Faculty and Adviser Brown Bag Lunch

Faculty and advisers are invited to learn more and share their experiences of talking with students about the costs of study abroad and scholarship resources.

Sponsored by the Learning Abroad Center

MAST International Fair

MAST International students will display highlights of their home countries through country booths, stories, and one-to-one conversations. Learn about the study and work experiences of MAST trainees in the U.S., and find out how these experiences have shaped their views of the world. MAST, formerly called the Minnesota Agricultural Student Trainee program, began in 1949 and has since sponsored more than 4,500 trainees.

Sponsored by COAFES and co-sponsored by MAST International

Study Abroad for and with Social Science Studies: A conversation with and between students who have studied abroad

If you have studied abroad, join us to share your experiences with fellow study abroad students, interested faculty and advisers, and potential study abroad students.

If you are thinking about a study abroad experience, get a chance to talk to with other social science students who have made the trip. Discuss ways of applying the learning abroad experience in your current classes. Explore ways to talk to employers about how this experience has added to your skills and values.

Sponsored by the Learning Abroad Center

Options for Graduate Students

Are you a CHE graduate student? Have you ever considered research or study abroad? Join us for an overview of what kinds of programs might be right for you! Naomi Ziegler, graduate adviser at the Learning Abroad Cente,r will share information about programs, past experiences, and sources of funding for graduate students. Refreshments provided.

Sponsored by CHE Student Services and co-sponsored by the Learning Abroad Center.

Internships Abroad: Opportunities through International Cooperative Education

Interested in a professional internship abroad in your field of study? International Cooperative Education (ICE) places students in high-quality internships that provide hands on skills and experience. Placements are available in Europe, Asia, and Latin America in a wide range of fields including anthropology, business, engineering, health science, social work, and teaching. Placement typically lasts two to three months during the summer. Salary varies between $300 and $2,300 per month. Some firms pay a full salary while others pay a reduced salary or stipend and provide accommodations at a reduced or no cost.

Sponsored by the Learning Abroad Center

Judd Fellows Expo

Returned Judd Fellows will present posters and discuss their international research and study experiences.

Sponsored by the Office of International Programs and the University of Minnesota Foundation

International Movie Night: "Monsoon Wedding"

Sit back, relax, armed with a bowl of popcorn, and enjoy a funny and insightful film from abroad. "The film celebrates a contemporary India never before seen on film."Rated 4.63/5 stars, you can visit the movie's website for more details about this must-see movie. Popcorn and beverages provided.

Sponsored by the Office of International Programs and the University of Minnesota Foundation

Reflections of Humphrey Fellows

A panel of Humphrey Fellows will share information on their respective countries, such as Bhutan, Laos, and Cambodia.

Sponsored by the International Programs Office in the Carlson School of Management

Friday, Nov. 18, 2005

Award for Global Engagement Ceremony

Josef Mestenhauser, professor emeritus in the College of Education and Human Development, will receive the inaugural University-wide Award for Global Engagement. Award ceremony and lecture at 3 p.m.; reception at 4:15 p.m.

Sponsored by the International Education Committee of the College of Education and Human Development

NewCo International: Our Global Connections

A reception to celebrate the international presence NewCo has
in the world. Over a 10-day period, faculty, staff, students, and international scholars will pin their connections into world maps. This will culminate with a reception on Friday afternoon to present all the maps collected from the NewCo departments highlighting our international connections.

Sponsored by COAFES and co-sponsored by CNR and the Office of International Programs.

Small World Coffee Hour

Tired after the LONG week of study? Feeling lonely? Come join us at the Small World Coffee Hour. This free program, offered biweekly throughout the academic year, provides an opportunity for internationals and U.S. americans to socialize with those of similar interests in a casual environment.

Sponsored by International Student and Scholar Services

"Hotel Rwanda" Viewing and Discussion

Join us for a viewing of the movie "Hotel Rwanda" followed by a discussion of the film.

Saturday, Nov. 19, 2005

Eid Celebration

The end of Ramadan brings happiness to communities around the world. The happiness depicts the bond that communities had forged during the last 30 days. On campus, AMCC and its affiliates will host a night filled with cultural entertainment. Cultural displays from different countries will be brought together under one roof to give a cursory taste of diversity of people from different Muslim countries.

Sponsored by the Pakistani Students Association

Wednesday, Nov. 30, 2005

Preview Performance Concert

U of M alumna Yoon-Hee Hwang from Korea will perform her chamber music composition, When You and I were Young, which was commissioned by the Graduate School in honor of its centennial. Dr. Hwang's former adviser, Dr. Alex Lubet of the School of Music, will also perform at the concert.

Sponsored by the Graduate School, with support from the Office of International Programs