The University of Tulsa’s International Education Week (IEW), hosted by the Center for Global Engagement (CGE), is set to transform the campus experience Nov. 10-21, offering a full lineup of events designed to showcase the vital benefits of international education and exchange. The packed, two-week schedule highlights global opportunities and celebrates the significant contributions of the university’s international community.
IEW gives students tangible ways to broaden their perspective through numerous targeted activities. For high-achieving STEM students, CGE is offering the Intro to Goldwater Scholarship Workshop and a subsequent application review session, providing critical guidance for those pursuing prestigious national awards.
Consistent with its mission to support the entire international community, CGE is hosting several cultural exchange events. The International Coffee Chat: Germany will feature German students sharing their vibrant culture alongside authentic coffee and snacks. Students can join the informal English conversation session to connect with peers and actively boost their English language skills.
The week extends beyond academic support, reaching into campus life and athletics. The Women’s Basketball International Night and the World Showcase Football Game will celebrate the global makeup of the student body and celebrate the international impact of the university. The football event will feature a flag parade and international food, celebrating the university’s global history and connection to Tulsa.
CGE also provides essential resources for faculty and visiting scholars. A travel course information session is scheduled for faculty interested in leading study abroad programs, offering tools to create successful and transformative educational experiences. Meanwhile, the Fulbright Mixer will allow attendees to hear directly from visiting scholars about their Fulbright journey and the experience of cultural diplomacy.
The week also includes the Open Doors Annual Data Release Watch Party, providing students and faculty with the newest statistics on international student enrollment in the United States and U.S. students studying abroad.
This year, UTulsa supported 452 international students on campus while nearly 300 students and faculty studied abroad in over 20 countries. This week underscores the commitment to a globally engaged academic environment, celebrating global partnerships and the real-world experiences gained by our traveling students and faculty.
Students, faculty and staff who are unable to attend specific sessions can still learn about the comprehensive support and services offered by the CGE by dropping into the office for Spill the Tea with CGE or visiting the CGE office in the Holmes Student Center.