Office of International Programs

Office of International Programs

International Education Week Events 2008

The following are events that were hosted by various University of Minnesota colleges, departments, and campuses during International Education Week 2008.

Monday, November 17

Research Opportunities in Mainland China, Hong Kong, and Taiwan

12 - 1:30 p.m., 325 Ed Sciences Bldg

A brown bag and panel discussion of research opportunities in Mainland China, Hong Kong, and Taiwan with Shu-Ching Kao, Xiaojia Ge, Richard Wassen, and Jennifer Wu.

Sponsored by the College of Education and Human Development

GLOBE Festival of Cultures

12 - 1 p.m., CSOM Atrium (for CSOM students only)

Join the GLOBE student group to taste a sampling of international foods, view international photo contest submissions, and learn about Carlson International Programs. IP staff, exchange students, and past program participants will be on hand to answer your questions about study abroad.

Sponsored by Carlson School International Programs

Celebrating International Experiences and Students in the College of Design

12:15 - 1 p.m., 56 Rapson Hall (note room change)

The College of Design is hosting two undergraduate student panels (see also Nov. 21) to highlight the experiences of returning study abroad students and international students in the College of Design. Students, faculty, and staff are all invited.

Sponsored by the College of Design and the Learning Abroad Center

Tuesday, November 18

International Education Week Library Information Fair

11 a.m. - 2 p.m., 1st floor, Walter Library

Library staff will provide international students a personal introduction to some useful, important, and free library resources and services. International students are encouraged to drop by for an informal opportunity to learn more about how the libraries can help you. Light refreshments will be available.

Sponsored by the Science and Engineering Library; co-sponsored by the University Libraries

Global Health: Nursing Opportunities and Issues

11:30 a.m. - 1 p.m., 4-150 Weaver Densford Hall

This event will include a reception focused on international study opportunities to be followed by a panel discussion. The panel will consist of students enrolled in graduate and undergraduate programs in The School of Nursing who have recently completed a one-week trip to Peru. The discussion will focus on ethical issues encountered or observed during their educational time in Peru, specifically focusing on how this experience has shifted their perspectives on healthcare or health systems. The event is open to all students and interested faculty in the School of Nursing.

Sponsored by the School of Nursing

Integrating Theory and Practice into Language and Culture Learning in the Context of Study Abroad

12:20 - 1:10 p.m.; 101 University International Center

The field of international education has developed immensely in the past decades by improving the ways in which theory and practice guide our work. The new Maximizing Study Abroad: An Instructional Guide to Strategies for Language and Culture Learning and Use, one model of integrating theory and practice, will be the basis of this talk. Come learn about this guide, how it is a resource for language instructors and study abroad program professionals, what theory is included, and the more than 100 activities included.

Presented by Barbara Kappler Mikk, co-author of the Instructional Guide, is an assistant director at the International Student and Scholar Services office where she is responsible for intercultural training programs.

Sponsored by the Center for Advanced Research on Language Acquisition

International Photo Contest

1 - 4 p.m., 230 Heller Hall

Vote for your favorite international photo taken by University of Minnesota students during their time abroad. The top ten photos will be determined by public vote; Learning Abroad Center Staff and Global Ambassador members will determine final winners.

Deadline to submit a photo is Oct. 29. (Click here for more information on the rules and entry procedure.)

Sponsored by the Global Ambassadors Internship Program through the Learning Abroad Center

Paulo Freire Community Service Grant Info Session

3:00 p.m., 110 Heller Hall

Come and learn about the Paulo Freire Community Service Grant—a grant of up to $2,000 for undergraduate students to volunteer abroad during the summer. Learn about the grant, receive application tips, ask questions, and hear from past recipients.

For more information about the grant, go to the Paulo Freire grant website.

Sponsored by the Learning Abroad Center & Community Learning Center (CCLC)

Shattered Spaces: Jewish Sites in Germany and Poland

3:00 p.m., 125 Nolte Center

Lecture by Michael Meng of the history department. In 1945, almost all that was left of Jewish life in Germany and Poland were empty spaces—synagogues, cemeteries, districts. What happened to these Jewish sites after the Holocaust? How did Poles and Germans interpret and deal with them? In the decades just after the war, city officials cleared away many empty Jewish sites despite numerous protests from Jewish leaders, but by the late 1970s church groups, local residents, political dissidents, and tourists started demanding the preservation of the few still left standing. Since 1989, this attraction to Jewish sites has only increased as Germans, Poles, Americans, and Israelis have searched both far and near for the vestiges of the 'Jewish past.' This paper will explore this shifting, postwar history of Jewish space in Germany and Poland after the Holocaust.

Sponsored by the Center for Jewish Studies and the Center for Holocaust and Genocide Studies

Dean's International Education Reception

3 - 5 p.m., Gold Room at 305 Northrop Auditorium

Annual reception in honor of international students and scholars. A short program will be held at 3:30 p.m. Interim Dean Quam will welcome our international students and Christopher Johnstone will share information about the college's international education activities and initiatives. The CEHD Alumni Society will also present the Distinguished International Alumni Award to Dr. Shu-Ching Kao of Taiwan, a graduate of the Family Education Program.

Sponsored by the College of Education and Human Development

East Asia Seminar Series: Shenti Xiezuo: Body Writing as a Discursive Narrative
3:30 p.m., 120B Andersen Library

This lecture will examine the body writing phenomenon as it was manifested in different cultural and political discourses in China at the turn of the 21st century. A variety of social forces were involved in the construction and interpretation of 'shenti xiezuo.' The interingled feminist, intellectua,l and commercial messages converged in the body narrative practiced by poets and writers born in the 1970s, who challenged the conventional paternal language and also turned the body and body writing into a postmodern performance in a global context.

Sponsored by the Consortium for the Study of the Asias and the Dept. of Asian Languages and Literatures

ICGC Teach-in on the Financial Crisis and the Global South
6 p.m., 3M Auditorium, 1-115 Carlson School of Management

The current financial crisis impacts not only Wall Street and United States financial markets, but also the global economy and people in other parts of the world. Join us to learn more about the impact of the financial crisis in the Global South and on U.S. communities of color and immigrant communities. A panel of distinguished scholars will offer insights into these dimensions of the current economic situation and answer questions.

Sponsored by the Interdisciplinary Center for the Study of Global Change with the Institute for Advanced Study and Institute for Global Studies

African Music Ensemble
7:30 p.m., Lloyd Ultan Recital Hall, Ferguson Hall

Learn more about this performance at: http://www.music.umn.edu/events/programs.php

Sponsored by the School of Music

Wednesday, November 19

CSOM Honors Study Abroad Presentations (also presented on 11/20)

12:00 - 1:30 p.m., 2-233 Carlson School of Management Building

Learn from past study abroad participants as they share their international experience, photos, and tips. The students participated in a variety of program types and destinations, including Spain, Argentina, Italy, France, and Germany.

Sponsored by CSOM Undergraduate Programs

Institute of Technology Exchange Lunch

12:00 - 1:30 p.m., 1130 Mechanical Engineering (for IT students only)

An opportunity for visiting exchange students in the Institute of Technology to meet IT students in a relaxed setting to talk about their home universities. Also a chance for IT students to learn about exchange programs.

Sponsored by IT Student Services

International Study Opportunities in CEHD

2 - 3:30 p.m., 278 Peters Hall

A panel discussion of international study opportunities in the College of Education and Human Development. Panelists are John Moravec and Dario Menanteau (CEHD) and Kara Erolin (Center for Victims of Torture).

Sponsored by the College of Education and Human Development

IAESTE International Internship Dinner

4 - 7 p.m., Taylor Center (for IT undergrads in IAESTE or exchange programs only)

An opportunity for IAESTE members to meet and discuss the upcoming year, while enjoying a pre-Thanksgiving meal with visiting international students.

Sponsored by IAESTE and IT Student Services

Award for Global Engagement Ceremony

4:30 - 6:30 p.m. (ceremony at 5 p.m.), 101 University International Center (by invitation only)

A ceremony to honor the 2008 recipients of the University of Minnesota's Award for Global Engagement, which recognizes faculty and staff for outstanding contributions to global eduaion and international programs at the University or in their field or discipline. Award recipients are Phillip K. Peterson and Paul G. Quie, Co-Directors of the International Medical Education and Research (IMER) Program; John R. Vreyens, Director of International Programs in Food, Agricultural and Natural Resource Sciences; and Mahmood A. Zaidi, Professor Emeritus of Human Resources and Founding Director Emeritus of International Programs, Carlson School of Management. (MORE)

Sponsored by the Office of International Programs and the Office of the Senior Vice President for System Academic Administration

CBS Study Abroad Student Panel

4:45 - 6:15 p.m., 2-101 Hasselmo Hall

College of Biological Sciences students will talk about their study abroad experiences—where they went, why they chose to go there, and what classes they took. A representative from the Learning Abroad Center will also be there to answer questions on how to start planning for a study abroad experience. Food will be served. (MORE)

Sponsored by the College of Biological Sciences

Our History is Still Being Written: The Story of Three Chinese-Cuban Generals in the Cuban Revolution

7 p.m., 210 Anderson Hall

Armando Choy, Gustavo Chui, and Moises Sio Wong tell the story of their participation in the Cuban revolution from its triumph in 1959 to today. In the book, Our History Is Still Being Written: The Story of Three Chinese-Cuban Generals in the Cuban Revolution, published by Pathfinder Press, they recount Cuba's more than five decades of revolutionary action and internationalism—from Angola to Venezuela today, where Cuban volunteers are collaborating to advance medical care, education, and urban agriculture.

Sponsored by the African American & African Studies Department, Political Science Department, China Center, Black Student Union, La Raza Cultural Center, American Indian Student Cultural Center, Minnesota Cuba Committee, Twin Cities Pathfinder Books

In the Realm of Oshima: The Films of Japanese master Nagisa Oshima

7:30 p.m., Walker Art Center

The film The Catch (Shiiku) Nagisa Oshima is one of Japan's master filmmakers—and arguably one of its most controversial. This touring retrospective presents a rare opportunity to reflect upon films from this infamous and acclaimed Japanese auteur, most shown on new 35mm prints. All films are presented in Japanese with English subtitles. Cost: $8 ($6 U of M students and Walker members).

Sponsored by the Walker Art Center and the Consortium for the Study of the Asias

Thursday, November 20

CSOM Honors Study Abroad Presentations (also presented on 11/19)

12:00 - 1:30 p.m., 2-233 Carlson School of Management Building

Learn from past study abroad participants as they share their international experience, photos, and tips. The students participated in a variety of program types and destinations, including Spain, Argentina, Italy, France, and Germany.

Sponsored by CSOM Undergraduate Programs

Culture Corps Event: U.S.-China Economic Relations

12:00 - 1:20 p.m., 110 Heller Hall

Recent product safety scares have thrown the spotlight on the enormous role China plays in supplying products to the U.S. Could the large and growing trade imbalance with China have an adverse effect on the U.S. economy? What role does the undervalued Chinese currency play? Please join us for a friendly discussion with Mr. Roger Salway, a Great Decisions Speaker. The discussion will feature his insightful presentation and allow participants' discussion in an open and friendly atmosphere. Students and staff are all welcome.

Sponsored by Culture Corps and ISSS

Cross-Cultural Issues Poster Presentations

1:30 - 3:30 p.m., 25 Wesbrook Hall

Come learn more about cultures from around the world! More than 40 international students will give poster presentations on cultural artifacts from their home cultures or on cross-cultural issues. The poster session format allows guests to chat one-on-one with the presenters as they learn more about cultures from around the world. Open to the public. Stop in for as long as you can.

Sponsored by the Minnesota English Language Program

Film Screening: "Testing Hope in the New South Africa"

2 - 3:30 p.m., 150 Wulling Hall

A brown bag and screening of the film, "Testing Hope in the New South Africa" followed by a response panel with Chris Johnstone and Bic Ngo.

Sponsored by the College of Education and Human Development

A Journey Across Our America: Meditations on Immigration and Cultural Belonging

4 p.m., 125 Nolte Center

Prof. Louis Mendoza will present a multimedia presentation on research he conducted during the summer and fall of 2007 as he bicycled around the perimeter of the United States visiting Latino communities. His research sheds new insight into the current debates on immigration, cultural citizenship, and the complex relationship of interdependency we have with today's new immigrants.

Sponsored by the Institute for Advanced Study and the Dept. of Chicano Studies

McCain vs. Obama from a Dutch Perspective

5 p.m., Arthur Upson Room, 102 Walter Library

Two Dutch foreign correspondents, Reinout van Wagtendonk of Wereldomroep and Tom-Jan Meeus of the NRC, will discuss their election coverage.

Sponsored by the Institute for Global Studies with the Dept. of German, Scandinavian, and Dutch, European Studies Consortium, the Nederlandse Taalunie, and the Netherlands-American Association of Minnesota

In the Realm of Oshima: The Films of Japanese master Nagisa Oshima

7:30 p.m., Walker Art Center

Film: 'A Town of Love and Hope' (Ai to kibo no machi) Introduction and post-screening discussion led by Noboru Tomonari, Associate Professor of Japanese, Asian Languages and Literatures, Carleton College. Nagisa Oshima is one of Japan's master filmmakers—and arguably one of its most controversial. This touring retrospective presents a rare opportunity to reflect upon films from this infamous and acclaimed Japanese auteur, most shown on new 35mm prints. All films are directed by Nagisa Oshima and presented in Japanese with English subtitles. Unless otherwise noted, films are screened in the Cinema.

Sponsored by the Walker Art Center and the Consortium for the Study of the Asias

Fall Social for Chinese Scholars

An evening of socializing, networking, and dinner with Chinese scholars who are at the University. Event is by invitation only.

Sponsored by the China Center and International Student and Scholar Services

Friday, November 21

Celebrating International Experiences and Students in the College of Design

10:30 - 11:15 a.m., 22 McNeal Hall

The College of Design is hosting two undergraduate student panels (see also Nov. 17) to highlight the experiences of returning study abroad students and international students in the College of Design. Students, faculty, and staff are all invited.

Sponsored by the College of Design

International Study Opportunities in CEHD

12 - 1:30 p.m., 150 Wulling Hall

A brown bag and panel discussion of international study opportunities in the College of Education and Human Development. Panelists are Jay Hatch (CEHD) and Gayle Woodruff (Learning Abroad Center).

Sponsored by the College of Education and Human Development

Culture Corps Event: Movie "Anita and Me"

2 - 4 p.m., 425 Blegen Hall

British film "Anita and Me" is the fourth in a series of International Movie Days sponsored by Culture Corps. Refreshments will be provided, and a casual discussion of the story will follow the movie.

Sponsored by Culture Corps and ISSS

The Non-Western Origins of the Modern Self from Enlightenment to Freud

3:15 p.m., 710 Social Sciences Building (Ford Room)

Lecture by Professor Bonnie Smith, Department of History, Rutgers University.

Sponsored by the Department of History with the European Studies Consortium, the Center for German and European Studies, WCHWGS, and the the Historicizing the Self workshop

Small World Coffee Hour

4 - 6 p.m., 110 Heller Hall

Small World Coffee Hour (SWCH) gives all international and U.S. students, staff, and faculty the opportunity to meet with each other in a relaxing environment and to learn about other cultures and traditions around the world. The theme for this event is Global Bazaar with free trade coffee, foods, and fun games from many different parts of the world. Activities include a fortune teller, Henna decorator, and origami demonstration. There is an international costume contest as well, so attendees are encouraged to wear a costume from their country.

Sponsored by Culture Corps and International Student and Scholar Services

Two Cowards in Rep: 'Hay Fever' and 'Present Laughter'

8 p.m., Rarig Center - Stoll Thrust Theatre

The senior company of the University of Minnesota/Guthrie Theater BFA Actor Training Program presents two eccentric comedies written by British stage favorite NoeI Coward. Coward's ability to wield wit like a sword slicing into the oddities of social behavior makes him one of the most entertaining playwrights of the 20th century. Rest assured, Hay Fever and Present Laughter will increase your appreciation for great comedy writing while leaving you rolling in Rarig Center's aisles. Tickets: $10-17

Sponsored by University Theatre with the West Banks Arts Quarter

Saturday, November 22

Soudan Mine Trip

8 - 10 a.m.

Institute of Technology undergraduate students and Professor Marshak from Physics will host a trip to the Soudan Mine and the High Energy Physics Lab for visiting exchange students. Participating students will see more of Minnesota while touring this underground research facility.

Sponsored by IT Student Services