Planning is underway for International Education Week 2023. Please check back for an updated list of events. 

2022 International Education Week Events

International Education Week is an opportunity to celebrate the benefits of international education and exchange worldwide.

Quick Reference List:

• Tuesday, November 15 | 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm | ISSS' International Education Week Event: Thanksgiving Discussion
• Tuesday, November 15 | 3:30 pm - 4:45 pm | Take Your Expertise Global: Join the Fulbright Specialist Program
• Tuesday, November 15 | 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm | Study Abroad 101
• Wednesday, November 16 | 12:00 pm - 6:00 pm | Global Teach Connection Summit
• Friday, November 18 | 3:00 pm - 4:00 pm | Study Abroad 101

Title of Event: ISSS' International Education Week Event: Thanksgiving Discussion
Date and Time: November 15 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm ET
Location: Graduate College Conference Room (Main Building, 3rd Floor)
Description: Take your lunch break to join ISSS and the Counseling Center to explore American Thanksgiving history and traditions, tell your stories of gratitude and traditions in your home country, and enjoy Thanksgiving food!
Contact: RSVP HERE. For questions, contact Anyi Ye at isss@drexel.edu.

Title of Event: Take Your Expertise Global: Join the Fulbright Specialist Program
Date and Time: November 15 3:30 pm - 4:45 pm ET
Location: 3401 Market st. room 3025 and online via Zoom
Description: A program of the US Department of State, the Fulbright Specialist Program is a unique opportunity for US academics and established professionals to engage in 2- to 6-week, project based exchanges at host institutions across the globe. Special guest, Amirah Nelson, Senior Outreach Officer for the Fulbright Specialist Program at World Learning, will provide insight on the program’s eligibility requirements, benefits, application process, and examples of past Fulbright Specialist projects. All Drexel faculty and professional staff are invited to join this event to learn more about the program and how to apply. Time will be reserved for starting the application with support from colleagues who have participated in the program.
Contact: RSVP HERE. For questions, contact Dr. Kristy Kelly at kek72@drexel.edu.

Title of Event: Study Abroad 101
Date and Time: November 15 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm ET
Location: Academic Building Suite 201
Description: Are you interested in studying abroad but don't know where to start? Join the Office of Global Engagement for a Study Abroad 101 presentation. Learn about the study abroad application process, the types of programs available, associated costs and scholarship opportunities, and academics. You must attend a 101 before meeting with a study abroad advisor and opening an application.
Contact: Drexel Study Abroad 215-571-3558 or studyabroad@drexel.edu.

Title of Event: Global Teach Connection Summit 
Date and Time: November 16 12:00 pm - 5:00 pm ET
Location: Zoom. Please register to receive log-in information
Description: During this international summit we will hear from global activists, educators and leaders about how our projects or organizations are connecting scholars into our programming by offering resources and sharing education networks.
Contact: RSVP HERE. For questions, contact Joyce Pittman, PhD at jap386@drexel.edu.

Title of Event: Study Abroad 101
Date and Time: November 18 3:00 pm - 4:00 pm ET
Location: Zoom: https://drexel.zoom.us/j/81544793552
Description: Are you interested in studying abroad but don't know where to start? Join the Office of Global Engagement for a Study Abroad 101 presentation. Learn about the study abroad application process, the types of programs available, associated costs and scholarship opportunities, and academics. You must attend a 101 before meeting with a study abroad advisor and opening an application.
Contact: Drexel Study Abroad 215-571-3558 or studyabroad@drexel.edu.