Campus Internationalization and Community
Embrace the diversity of our world and its people! Grow your reach through multi-cultural events and educational opportunities both on campus and in our community. Explore below opportunieis available to campus and the surrounding community alike!
ÐÇ¿Õ´«Ã½ Global sponsors internationally focused festivals. events, and activities all year round which are open to the surrounding community. Our office is thrilled to offer a number of exciting ways for U.S. students and international students to share their experiences and cultures. We want you to get involved!
International Education Week
International Education Week is a weeklong event in November celebrating the importance of different cultures and global awareness. Generally, various events are held this week with free food, performances, and more!
If you would like to participate or have an event to contribute to this week, please contact the office on how to get involved. Visit IEW.ÐÇ¿Õ´«Ã½.EDU to view the most recent schedule.
International Festival
This event takes place in the spring and is held outside by the fountain for the day. There is a parade where international students and study abroad alumni carry a flag of their country, a variety of music and performances, and booths from different countries and organizations providing information, goodies, or food and drinks to sample.
It provides the community with a unique opportunity to engage and explore world cultures and fascinating traditions through food, music, dance, and artistry. Check out the most recent festival schedule.
International Pals (I-Pals)
I-Pals connects international students with a ÐÇ¿Õ´«Ã½ student while they're studying here on campus. ÐÇ¿Õ´«Ã½ students make sure that every international student has a ÐÇ¿Õ´«Ã½ peer who can help them get accustomed to life on and around campus.
Interested in participating? Reach out to global@wcu.edu for more information.