Information for:
Presented By
-Office of Education Abroad
-Office of International Students & Scholars
-International Education Center
-Arabic Culture Association
-Asian Student Association
-Cincinnati Red Cross
-College of Education & Human Services
-Department of History & Geography
-Department of Political Science & Criminal Justice
-Department of World Languages & Literatures
-Geography Education Organization for Students
-International Business Center
-International Student Union
-Japanese Language School of Greater Cincinnati
-Muslim Student Association
-NKU Dining
-NKU Geography Program
-Office of Student Life
-Organizations of African Students
-Phi Alpha Theta
-Phi Beta Delta
-University Housing
International Education Week 2009
International Education Week is a week filled with academic and cultural events that highlight the importance of having a globally-focused education. The week is designated nationally by the U.S. Department of State and the U.S. Department of Education. For more information about the events listed below, contact Beth Lorenz.
Monday, November 16
|
Time |
Event |
Description |
Location |
| 7am-10pm |
Geography Awareness Quiz |
Participate in an international geography photo quiz. |
4th floor Landrum |
| 7am-9pm |
International Photo Contest (contest rules) |
International photos by NKU students will be on view and juried in multiple categories. |
Student Union Starbucks |
| 11am-1pm | International Education Center Open House (program info) |
The new International Education Center, which includes Office of International Students & Scholars, the American English Language Program, and the Office of Education Abroad hosts an open house for the community with international inspired food for all. | University Center 4th floor |
|
11am-1:30pm |
Italian Cuisine Lunch |
Chartwells offers an international lunch featuring German cuisine. |
Norse Commons |
| 11:30am-12:30pm | International Performances | Stop by the SU lobby for an International Performance celebrating International Education Week. | Student Union Lobby |
| 1pm-2:15pm | Survival Tips for International Students | Prof. Ed Kwon will introduce issues potentially faced by international students studying in the U.S. and then lead a discussion about how to overcome those barriers. | Student Union 105 |
| 3pm-4pm |
Red Cross Presentation: International Humanitarian Law/ The Geneva Conventions...."All is not Fair in Love and War" (program info) |
This presentation provides a basic introduction to International Humanitarian Law, the body of rules and principles that seeks to limit the conduct of war and protect the victims of armed conflict, more commonly referred to as the Geneva Conventions. It will explain the legal protections for people, combatant's civilians impacted by war, and the work of the Red Cross on behalf of those groups of people. |
Student Union 106 |
| 3:30pm-5pm | Cultural Awareness Panel - Globalization: Identity Based Conflicts (program info) |
An open forum with international/minority students and staff to identify and resolve issues of identity-based conflicts. The intention is to bring cultural awareness along with a more conducive environment for academic growth to campuses all over. |
UC Budig Theater |
|
5pm-8pm |
International Film - "In the Name of God" |
Watch and discuss this feature film about the situation of Muslims and, more specifically Pakistanis, following 9/11. This film examines the impact of 9/11 and the drift created between the Western World and Muslims as well as between Muslims. |
BEP 200 |
Tuesday, November 17
| Time | Event | Description | Location |
| 7am-10pm | Geography Awareness Quiz | Participate in an international geography photo quiz. | 4th floor Landrum |
| 7am-9pm |
International Photo Contest (contest rules) | International photos by NKU students will be on view and juried in multiple categories. | Student Union Starbucks |
| 10:50am-12pm | College Life Abroad/Study Abroad Panel | NKU international students will lead a discussion on college life abroad and past study abroad participants will talk about their experiences in other countries. | Student Union 105 |
| 11am-1:30pm | Indian Cuisine Lunch | Chartwells offers an international lunch featuring Italian cuisine. | Norse Commons |
| 11:30am-12:30pm | International Performances | Stop by the SU lobby for an International Performance celebrating International Education Week. | Student Union Lobby |
| 12:15pm-1:30pm |
Round Table Discussion: The New Face of Middle East |
This informal presentation and round table discussion will engage the audience in a dialogue about the West and Arabic cultures, with an added focus on Egypt and Lebanon. Topics to be covered include: Western Influence on Arab Culture: Hajab & najib, Popular Culture: Music & Fashion, and The Light Behind the Dark Ages. | Student Union 106 |
| 1:40pm-2:55pm | International Research Panel | NKU faculty and students will have a panel discussion on their experiences engaging in internationally focused research. | Student Union 105 |
| 6pm-6:45pm |
Study Abroad Presentation (program info) | The Office of Education Abroad will present information on the many study abroad programs available to NKU students. | Norse Commons 115-117 |
| 7:00pm | International Trivia Night (program info) | Participate in an international trivia night competition with prizes for the winners! | Norse Commons 115-117 |
Wednesday, November 18
| Time | Event | Description | Location |
| 7am-10pm | Geography Awareness Quiz | Participate in an international geography photo quiz. | 4th floor Landrum |
| 7am-9pm | International Photo Contest (contest rules) | International photos by NKU students will be on view and juried in multiple categories. | Student Union Starbucks |
| 8am-2pm | International Bake Sale | Enjoy delicious internationally-themed baked goods. | 4th floor Landrum |
| 11am-1:30pm | Asian Cuisine Lunch | Chartwells offers an international lunch featuring Indian cuisine. | Norse Commons |
| 11:30am-12:30pm | International Performances | Stop by the SU lobby for an International Performance celebrating International Education Week. | Student Union Lobby |
| 2pm-3pm | International Education Week Keynote Speaker - Dr. John Esposito | Dr. Esposito is a Professor of Religion and International Affairs and of Islamic Studies and will be speaking on "The Future of Islam and Muslim-West Relations." |
BEP 200 |
| 3pm-3:30pm | Keynote Lecture Reception |
A post-lecture reception with light refreshments will be directly following the lecture. |
BEP 200 Lobby |
| 2:30pm-4:30pm | Monthly Spanish Social/Conversation Hour | Join students and faculty for conversation in Spanish. Listen to music en espanol. Students from all levels are welcome. |
Landrum 506 |
| 4pm-5pm | International Student Teacher Panel (program info) | Past participants in international student teaching will have a panel discussion of their experiences in global education. |
Student Union 105 |
| 7:30pm | International Film - "What a Wonderful World" (program info) |
Watch and discuss a Moroccan Film at the Carnegie Center for Visual & Performing Arts. Limit of 25 tickets. Tickets are first come, first serve. Contact the Dean's Office of the International Education Center for ticket information at 859-572-7976. |
The Carnegie Center for Visual & Performing Arts, 1028 Scott Blvd., Covington, KY |
Thursday, November 19
| Time | Event | Description | Location |
| 7am-10pm | Geography Awareness Quiz | Participate in an international geography photo quiz. | 4th floor Landrum |
| 7am-9pm | International Photo Contest (contest rules) | International photos by NKU students will be on view and juried in multiple categories. | Student Union Starbucks |
| 11am-1:30pm | Africa Cuisine Lunch | Chartwells offers an international lunch featuring Asian cuisine. | Norse Commons |
| 11:30am-12:30pm | International Performances |
Stop by the SU lobby for an International Performance celebrating International Education Week. | Student Union |
| 11am-1:30pm | Japanese Culture Festival (program info) |
The festival will offer a karate demonstration, Sakura chorus, calligraphy, Japanese snack tastings, Ikebana flower arrangements, and an opportunity to try on traditional Japanese clothing. Performances: 11:00am to 1:30pm Japanese games, calligraphy, book marks, trying on on Japanese dress, and origami
11:15am-11:45am Martial Art (Karate) Performance 12:00pm to 12:30pm Sakura Chorus
12:30pm to 1:00pm NEW for this year! Taiko performance & Japanese dance |
SU Ballroom 107A & 1st & 2nd floor lobby |
| 1:30pm-4pm | International Career and Education Expo (program info) (agenda) |
A panel discussion and question and answer session with members of the local business and non-profit community on the importance of international experience for future careers. On and off-campus groups will have information booths on how students can gain international experience in preparation for their careers. | SU 107B & 2nd floor lobby |
| 6pm-8:30pm | International Film - "Au Revoir Les Enfants" | Come and watch “Au Revoir les Enfants” as guests of the students of Phi Alpha Theta and the French Club. During WWII, in a Catholic boarding school in France, two boys become friends. One is Catholic and the other is a young Jew, who is being hidden from the Nazis by the friars who run the school. This critically-acclaimed movie by Louis Malle is inspired by the director’s personal experience during the war. Free pizza and refreshments will be served during the movie and a discussion will follow. | Landrum 506 |
Friday, November 20
| Time | Event | Description | Location |
| 7am-10pm | Geography Awareness Quiz | Answers to the international geography photo quiz will be posted. | 4th floor Landrum |
| 7am-4pm | International Photo Contest (contest rules) | International photos by NKU students will be on view and juried in multiple categories. | Student Union Starbucks |
| 11am-1:30pm | Caribbean Cuisine Lunch | Chartwells offers an international lunch featuring African cuisine. | Norse Commons |
| 11:30am-12:30pm | International Performances | Stop by the SU lobby for an International Performance celebrating International Education Week. | Student Union Lobby |
| 12pm-12:50pm | Faculty Brown Bag Workshop - Teaching Abroad (program info) |
If you have ever thought about teaching abroad and wondered how to submit a proposal, plan on attending this workshop and panel discussion led by veterans of CCSA, KIIS and NKU study abroad programs. This program is open to all part-time instructors, lecturers, tenure-track and tenured professors. Veterans of CCSA, KIIS and NKU study abroad programs will talk about their experiences, explain how to submit proposals and answer your questions. Bring your own lunch. Dessert will be provided. |
LA 405 |
| 3pm-4pm | Phi Beta Delta International Honor Society Induction | New members of the Phi Beta Delta International Honor Society will be inducted. | SU 104 |
| 6pm-8:30pm | International Culture Fest | Enjoy an international mini-potluck and entertainment during the final night of International Education Week. Winners of the International Photo Contest will be announced. | UC Ballroom |