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International Education Week Schedule

November 12-17, 2023

International Education Week (IEW) is an opportunity to celebrate the benefits of international education and exchange worldwide. This joint initiative of the U.S. Department of State and the U.S. Department of Education is part of our efforts to promote programs that prepare Americans for a global environment and attract future leaders from abroad to study, learn, and exchange experiences.

Sunday - November 12

Butte College Men's Basketball Game
Time: 1:00pm - 3:00pmPDT
Location: Butte College Gym
Description: Cheer on our International students on the team!
 
 

Monday - November 13

Global Voices: International Student Stories
Time: 10:00am - 11:00amPDT
Location: SSG 101 - International Student Center
Presenter: Butte College International F-1 Visa Students
Description: An opportunity for students, staff, faculty to come together to listen to the captivating and personal narratives of some of our international student community. Discover the unique journeys, challenges, and triumphs of these incredible students as they share their stories.
Flex#: 604.1
 
Title: Supporting International Students on Campus & In the Classroom
Time: 2:00pm - 3:00pmPDT
Location: Center for Excellence
Presenter: Rachel Wood, International Program Coordinator
Description: Each of us play a crucial role in creating a welcoming and supportive campus environment. We will explore topics such as: global learning styles, overcoming time zone hurdles, currency exchange stresses and much more. Be a part of creating an empathetic and globally-minded academic community.
Flex#: 604.2
 
 

Tuesday - November 14

Title: Leadership & Student Lunch
Host: Rachel Wood, International Program Coordinator, woodra@gregorybgallagher.com
Description: RSVP only event. For questions please contact Rachel Wood.
 
Title: CMST 9 Cultural Displays
Time: 11:00am-12:15pmPDT
Location: 1st Floor Campus Center
Presenter: Tom Grothe's Intercultural Communication Class (CMST 9)
Description: Stop by interactive displays where you can learn about other cultures and put your global competence to the test (not a real test...it will be fun!)
Flex#: 604.3
 
 

Wednesday - November 15

Title: Grand Opening/First Anniversary of the International Student Center
Time: 11:00am - 1:00pmPDT
Location: SSG 101 - International Student Center
Host: International Program
Description: Join us for Boba and Canapés to celebrate the center!
 
 

Thursday - November 16

Title: CMST 9 Cultural Displays
Time: 11:00am-12:15pmPDT
Location: 1st Floor Campus Center
Presenter: Tom Grothe's Intercultural Communication Class (CMST 9)
Description: Stop by interactive displays where you can learn about other cultures and put your global competence to the test (not a real test...it will be fun!)
Flex#: 604.4
 
Title: Explore Okinawa
Time: 12:30pm - 1:30pmPDT
Location: SSG 101 - International Student Center
Presenter: Raimu Umea, Butte College F-1 visa student (Okinawa, Japan)
Description: Do you know Okinawa prefecture? Okinawa is a part of Japan with beautiful beaches, wonderful nature and rare creatures. Join international student Raimu in learning about Okinawa. She will be presenting her award winning CMST 12 persuasive speech.
Flex#: 604.5
 
Title: International Club Meeting - New Members Welcome!
Time: 2:00pm - 3:00pmPDT
Location: SSG 101 - International Student Center
Host: International Club
Description: Find out what the club is all about!  A Friendsgiving event! We will share friendship and food in the spirit of the upcoming winter holidays. Pizza, dessert, and drinks will be provided. Members are welcome but not required to bring something to share to eat, especially if it is a food you enjoy during the holidays.
 

ALL WEEK

BC_International Instagram & BCInternationalStudentsandAlumni Facebook 

     Follow our pages to learn about the Butte College International Program and its Students and all things global!  

Flags Around the World - 2nd Floor Campus Center (Dining Services) has all countries flags represented and hanging proudly. Thank you to Student Life for purchasing the flags and Sarah Smallhouse (BC Art Instructor & International Student Club Co-Advisor) for the artistic display.

Read Around the World - Did you know the library has literature and books from around the world? Check out our mobile display in the library for some fun suggested reads such as travelogues, world literature, and more. We also have a curated collection of "Global Reads"to inspire you during International Education Week.

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