International Education Week (IEW) is an opportunity to celebrate the benefits of international education and intercultural exchange worldwide. IEW aims to promote programs that prepare Americans for a global environment and attract future leaders from abroad to study, learn, and exchange experiences. IEW is a national celebration and showcases global research, promote study-away opportunities, and support internationalization efforts.

URI’s International Education Week will include both in-person and virtual events, with more being added to the calendar—including many firsts. From the virtual symposium on global citizenship to the live broadcast of the Office of Global Initiatives’ Rhody ’Round the World podcast, there is something for everyone.  

CyberFestival will be taking place on Nov. 18 and 20 virtually, providing a unique opportunity to showcase projects that highlight URI’s global connections and interdisciplinary strengths. Featuring interactive demonstrations, research spotlights and creative presentations that bridge borders and disciplines, building meaningful dialogue and collaboration across campus and cultures. The online event will be coordinated by URI Library Innovation Labs and TU Braunschweig Media Lab.

On Nov. 19 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. virtually on Zoom, there will be a Global Education Symposium: Global Citizenship in Action: A Virtual Education Event sponsored by URI Feinstein College of Education and TU Braunschweig, Germany. The general public is open to join for one session or for all, and are guaranteed to gain fresh insight and practical inspiration. This diverse series of presentations and dialogue will spotlight global education and citizenship, celebrate the URI and TU Braunschweig partnership, highlight international research, innovation in global education and foster dialogue on global competencies and sustainable collaboration. 

Cultural Fest, on Nov. 19 from 12-3 p.m. at the Memorial Union Ballroom, will be open to all students, clubs and community members. Students are welcomed to have their own booth to honor their culture. This event will have everyone celebrate through performances, food and interactive engagement. 

On Nov. 21 from 12-1 p.m. at Higgins Welcome Center in the Anchor Room, there will be a live broadcast of the Rhody ’Round the World podcast. Hosts from the Office of Global Initiatives and the Office of National Fellowships and Academic Opportunities will be joined by special guests and the audience will have the chance to participate in a Q&A.

Visit the International Education Week web page for a list of all featured events.