International Education Week
Calendar of Events
November 15 – 19, 2010
Monday November 15, 2010
University Center, Arbor, 1st and 2nd
International Education Week Inaugural Ceremony
floors
Open to UH Community
• Welcome from International Education Week Committee
• Music and Dance
• Booths sharing information about activities from UH student organizations and International Departments
4:00 PM – 6:00 PM International Scholars’ Reception
Elizabeth Rockwell Pavilion,
M.D. Anderson Library
Invitation Only
• The Delta Iota Chapter of Phi Beta Delta, Honor Society for International Scholars will host this event honoring J-1
Exchange Visitors, Fulbright Scholars, Reciprocal Educational Exchange Students, and Faculty who conducted
study abroad programs. Selected speakers will share about their research and/or studies at the University of
Houston. An award will be given to an outstanding study abroad program.
12:00 PM – 1:00 PM
6:30PM – 8:00 PM
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HCC W. Loop South
UH at HCC
Open to UH Community
Office of International Admissions, International Student and Scholar Services Office and international students
will share information with Houston Community College international students who are interested in transferring to
the University of Houston.
Office of International Studies and Programs will have a table to market the Visiting International Studies Program
(VISP).
Tuesday November 16, 2010
10:00 AM – 2:30 PM
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Activities by Office of International Studies and Programs Elizabeth Rockwell Pavilion
M.D. Anderson Library
Open to UH Community
Study Abroad Scholarship & Fellowship Opportunities
Study Abroad programs showcased-selected ones- what we offer to the student
Guessing different flags on the flyer, Identifying city locations-virtual game via computer, different dresses etc
Two study abroad students will show their slides
Dr.Saleha Khumawala will show pictures of their study abroad program to India
Dr Patrick Leung will conduct International Jeopardy
Dialogue on Why and How we became American citizens- different stories
Everyone is encouraged to wear international attire.
5:00 PM – 7:45 PM
Traditional Korean Cuisine Event
By Invitation Only
6:15 PM – 6:30 PM
Taekwondo Demonstration – Team USK
Open to UH Community
Conrad N. Hilton College of
Hotel and Restaurant
Management
Courtyard, Conrad N. Hilton
College of HRM
Wednesday November 17, 2010
10:10 AM – 3:15 PM
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Jackson Middle School Visit
By Invitation Only
As part of our outreach efforts, Dale Hamilton from ISSSO’s Friendship Program and Parul Fernandes, Director,
OISP will take 2-3 international and study abroad students to Jackson Middle School 11-1pm to share cultures and
experiences.
11:00 AM – 2:00 PM
Butler Plaza, In front of Library
International Marketplace
Open to UH Community
• Council of Ethnic Organizations and International student organizations will have booths where information about
countries, customs will be shared. The organizations will be able to sell international food and promote their
organization.
• Office of International Studies and Programs, International Student and Scholar Services Office, and Language and
Culture Center will have tables to represent themselves.
• The United States Postal Service will have a booth to assist U.S. citizens to apply for passports.
12:00 PM – 1:00 PM Sol Education Abroad Appreciation Luncheon
444 – Agnes Arnold Hall
By Invitation only
• Luncheon hosted by Sol Education Abroad to show appreciation to UH students who have participated in their
programs abroad in Argentina, Costa Rica, Mexico and Spain.
• Phi Beta Delta (Honor Society of International Scholars board members will present information about their
organization.
4:00 PM – 5:20 PM Air Force ROTC – International Student Panel
Room#102, Graduate College of Social
Work
By Invitation Only
• A panel of international students will dialogue with the Air Force ROTC Cadets on issues of government policies.
Thursday November 18, 2010
10:00AM – 12:00PM
501 E. Cullen Building
Orientation on Health & Safety Issues – Europe
By Invitation Only
• Parul Fernandes, Director, OISP and study abroad Advisor Ms. Maria Saldana will give an orientation on the
Health and Safety issues to be considered while traveling in European countries for study abroad.
12:00 PM – 2:00 PM “Ask an American“
Moody Towers – Dining Facility
By Invitation Only
• A panel of domestic students will share about American culture with International students admitted in Fall 2010.
2:00 PM – 3:00 PM Orientation on Health & Safety Issues – Mexico,
501 E. Cullen Building
Central and Latin America
By Invitation Only
• Parul Fernandes, Director, OISP Study Abroad Advisor Ms. Maria Saldana will give an orientation on the Health
and Safety issues to be considered while traveling in Mexico and Central and Latin American countries for study
abroad.
3:00 PM – 4:00 PM Opportunities for Careers with the U.S. Department Room# 156, Student Service Center 1
of State
Open to UH Community
• Donna Blair, Diplomat-in-Residence and officials from the U.S. Department of State will give a presentation for
U.S. citizens to discuss opportunities for careers in Foreign Service.
Friday November 19, 2010
Oberholtzer Ballroom, 2nd Floor
Appreciation Luncheon
Oberholtzer Residence Hall
By Invitation Only
Luncheon hosted by Language and Culture Center to show appreciation to those involved in the International
Education Week activities.
12:00noon – 1:30 PM
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2:00 PM – 5:00 PM
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Bauer College of Business, 150
Employment Seminar for International Students,
Melcher Hall
Scholars, Faculty and Staff
By Invitation Only
International Student and Scholar Services Office Staff will present employment regulations for on and off campus,
employment opportunities and J visa regulations for faculty and staff wishing to bring J-1 researchers to the
University of Houston.
University Career Services staff will present information on interviewing tips and resume writing.
A Board Certified Immigration Attorney will share information about the H-1B visa and Employment-Based
Immigration.
LEGEND:
Open to UH Community
By Invitation Only