International Education Week offers variety of programs and events

International Education Week (IEW) will be celebrated at Salve Regina from Monday, Nov. 13, through Friday, Nov. 17. The Center for Global Education and Fellowships (CGEF) will be hosting several events for students to learn about how they can participate in various global learning experiences — such as education and cultural exchanges or post graduate opportunities abroad.

A joint initiative of the U.S. Department of State and the U.S. Department of Education, International Education Week is celebrated on an annual basis nationally in Nov. and strives to foster global awareness, highlight the benefits of study abroad and encourage international experiences.

To register for any of the events below, please go here.

Weeklong Events

“Capture It” Photo Contest

Vote on CGEF’s Facebook page for the best photos from Salve Regina’s study abroad students and international students studying in Newport. Photos will be posted by Monday, Nov. 13, for voting through Friday, Nov. 17, at 4 p.m. More information can be found on a SALVEtoday story here.

Library Trivia Contest

Test knowledge on international education here at Salve’s IEW Kahoot Game. Pin is 03849213.

Study Abroad Information Sessions
4 p.m. on Monday – Thursdays in Drexel Hall

Student Global Ambassadors share their study abroad experiences. Drop in or pre-register to gain information about the study abroad experience and how to apply to semester and short-term study abroad programs.

Excursion during a study abroad program in Besalú, Spain.

Daily Events

Monday, Nov. 13

Teach Abroad
5:15 p.m. in McAuley Hall, Room 105

A panel of Salve alumni and staff will share their experiences teaching abroad. Come learn how any major can teach abroad after graduation.

Tuesday, Nov. 14

Summer in Oxford Short-Term Information Session
Noon – 1 p.m. O’Hare Academic Building, Room 160

Join faculty leads Dr. Sally Gomaa and Sam Sacco to learn more about this one-month short-term summer program in Oxford, United Kingdom. Students can fulfill several requirements including art, literature and religion core complements. Register here.

Ask Me Anything with Global Ambassadors
1:45 – 2:10 p.m. in Gerety Hall, Room 103

Please join CGEF staff member Joe Meringolo and connect with ambassador Aoife Rouse. Learn more about their respective experiences abroad in Prague.

Ask Me Anything with Global Ambassadors
3 – 3:25 p.m. in McKillop Library, Room 116

Please join CGEF staff member Joe Meringolo and connect with ambassador Isabella Ares. Learn more about their respective experiences abroad in Italy.

Fulbright General Presentation Session
2 p.m. Online Event 

Virtual session with Fulbright. The Fulbright Student program offers funding for students to study, conduct research, or teach English abroad. Register at this link.

Verket Street in Moss, Norway, during a study abroad opportunity through American College of Norway.

Wednesday, Nov. 15

Passport Day
Noon – 2 p.m., Drexel Hall

Get your first passport or renew your old one. All required forms will be available, and a representative from the U.S. Postal Service will be on hand to make the process as quick and easy as possible. A full SALVEtoday story with more information can be found here and register here.

Ask Me Anything with Global Ambassadors
11 – 11:50 a.m. in McKillop Library, Room 116

Please join CGEF staff member Amy Jennings and connect with Global Salve Scholars, Mackenzie Kirby and Grace Quasebarth. Learn more about their respective experiences abroad in Norway and Spain.

Ask Me Anything with Global Ambassadors
2 – 3 p.m. in Gerety Hall, Room 103

Please join CGEF staff member Amy Jennings and connect with Global Salve Scholars Danielle Abril and Ethan David. Learn more about their respective experiences abroad in Spain and Hungary.

Exchange Programs Presented by Exchange Students
1 – 2 p.m. in O’Hare Academic Building, Room 260

Meet international exchange students to learn more about their home institutions and what a study abroad experience could look like at partner universities.

Thursday, Nov. 16

Peace Corps Presentation
12:15 – 12:45 p.m. in O’Hare Academic Building, Room 260.

The purpose of the Peace Corps is to bring together skilled, committed Volunteers with welcoming host communities for service opportunities in more than 60 countries. Volunteers live and work side by side with community members on locally prioritized projects, building relationships, exchanging cultures and knowledge, and helping transform lives for generations.

Peace Corps Table/Ask Me Anything
12:45 – 1:15 p.m. in O’Hare Academic Building, Room 260

Come stop by a table to talk and get more information on the Peace Corps.

Pre-Departure Orientation
4 – 7 p.m. in the Young Building

Designed for students going abroad in Spring 2024, this session will provide information on health, safety, insurance, and other logistical cultural considerations necessary to best prepare for a positive experience overseas.

Friday, Nov. 17

Capture It Contest Winners Announced
4:30 p.m.

Visit CGEF’s Facebook page to learn who won the Amazon gift card prizes for each category and who is selected by the Photo Club as the best overall photo.

For students, faculty and staff to sign up and participate in these events, please go to our International Education Week Linktree.