
Celebrate cultural diversity #TheStateWay during International Education Week Nov. 8 – 12, 2021. As a joint initiative of the U.S. Department of State and U.S. Department of Education, IEW celebrates the benefits of international education and exchange.
Colleges, universities, high schools, and organizations are encouraged to host events that celebrate global education and foster cross-cultural understanding. IEW is now observed in more than 100 countries (and counting).
Join Georgia State’s 22nd anniversary celebration of IEW. Choose from a variety of virtual and in-person signature events to attend.
Follow #GSUIEW2021 and #IEW2021 to join the conversation. Post your favorite IEW moments, show off your culture and share why you support diversity.
2021 Signature Events Schedule
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Click the linked titles below to find more specific details of each event, including registration links for virtual events.
A World of Wonder & Dance by Dance & Music (Clarkston)
10am – 1pm
Come experience live entertainment of different styles of dance and music from around the globe from local performing groups.
Sponsor: Perimeter College
Students on Policy and Social Justice Around the Globe (Virtual)
11am – 12pm
Join the conversation with Andrew Young School students who’ve served in the Peace Corps and study abroad as they describe how their experiences influenced their perspectives on global issues and suggest strategies on how to make a global impact with policy and social justice initiatives. Professor Elizabeth Beck will moderate the panel.
Sponsor: Andrew Young School of Policy Studies
Discover Asia (Decatur)
11am – 2pm
Join the Perimeter College Asian Studies Program as we explore the diversity of Asia, the largest and most populated region of the world.
Sponsor(s): Perimeter College Asian Studies Program & Atlanta Global Studies Center
Explore Latin America & the Caribbean (Decatur)
11am – 2pm
Stop by this exhibit to learn more about our neighbors in Latin America and the Caribbean, one of the most culturally diverse regions of the world.
Sponsor: Perimeter College World Languages & Applied Linguistics
Taste the World (Atlanta)
11am – 4pm
Taste cuisines from around the world every day throughout International Education Week.
Monday – Passport to China
Sponsor: PantherDining
Holidays Around the World (Decatur)
11:30am – 1pm
Join us to learn about celebrations and holiday traditions around the world.
Sponsor: Perimeter College International Student & Scholar Services
Fulbright Reception (Atlanta)
12pm – 1:15pm
Reception to celebrate and recognize members of the GSU community who have participated in or are currently participating on a Fulbright Experience.
Sponsor: International Student & Scholar Services
Global Career Series (Virtual)
1:30p – 2:30pm
The Global Career Series provides an opportunity for attendees to learn about global organizations, ask questions, and have informal discussions with organization representatives about career and internship opportunities. Each day will feature representatives from different global organizations.
Monday – U.S. Department of Commerce International Trade Administration
Sponsor(s): Atlanta Global Studies Center, Andrew Young School of Policy Studies, & Center for Urban Language Teaching and Research
Language Expo (Dunwoody)
11am – 1:30pm
Curious about the world? Come celebrate languages and cultures at the Dunwoody Language Expo! Start your journey by dropping by our exhibit to learn more about the 12 diverse languages we offer at Perimeter College, or to ask advice on world language classes.
Sponsor: Perimeter College World Languages & Applied Linguistics
Discover Asia (Clarkston)
11am – 2pm
Join the Perimeter College Asian Studies Program as we explore the diversity of Asia, the largest and most populated region of the world.
Sponsor(s): Perimeter College Asian Studies Program & Atlanta Global Studies Center
Taste the World (Atlanta)
11am – 4pm
Taste cuisines from around the world every day throughout International Education Week.
Tuesday – Passport to Italy
Sponsor: PantherDining
Holidays Around the World (Clarkston)
11:30am – 1pm
Join us to learn about celebrations and holiday traditions around the world.
Sponsor: Perimeter College International Student & Scholar Services
Panthers Around the World (Atlanta)
12pm – 2pm
Join Spotlight and ISAC for a day of fun in the Student Center Ballroom as we bring you so much culture from our Georgia State student body!
Sponsor(s): Spotlight Programs & ISAC
Global Career Series (Virtual)
1:30pm – 2:30pm
The Global Career Series provides an opportunity for attendees to learn about global organizations, ask questions, and have informal discussions with organization representatives about career and internship opportunities. Each day will feature representatives from different global organizations.
Tuesday – U.S. Department of State, U.S.AID, & The Peace Corps
Sponsor(s): Atlanta Global Studies Center, Andrew Young School of Policy Studies, & Center for Urban Language Teaching and Research
Chinese Conversation Hour (Virtual)
3 – 4 p.m.
Whether you’re a beginner or advanced spoken, come practice spoken Chinese.
Sponsors: Chinese Language, Culture and Business Initiatives, College of Arts & Sciences World Languages & Cultures
Going Abroad After Graduation (Virtual)
4pm – 5pm
Join Study Abroad Programs for a panel discussion on the various opportunities available for new graduates to go abroad. This session will feature panelists who have studied or worked abroad following the completion of their undergraduate degrees. In this session, you will gain resources and guidance on how to take the important next steps in finding your next adventure.
Sponsor: Study Abroad Programs
Discover Asia (Dunwoody)
11am – 2pm
Join the Perimeter College Asian Studies Program as we explore the diversity of Asia, the largest and most populated region of the world.
Sponsor(s): Perimeter College Asian Studies Program & Atlanta Global Studies Center
Taste the World (Atlanta)
11am – 4pm
Taste cuisines from around the world every day throughout International Education Week.
Wednesday – Passport to Jamaica
Sponsor: PantherDining
International Dance Lessons (Newton)
11:30am – 12pm
All are invited to learn basic steps to various international dances, such as Salsa, Bollywood, and African. While the moves are simple to learn, once put to music, participants will get a great cardio workout while having fun! Comfortable shoes and a water bottle are encouraged.
Sponsor: Perimeter College
Holidays Around the World (Dunwoody)
11:30am – 1pm
Join us to learn about celebrations and holiday traditions around the world.
Sponsor: Perimeter College International Student & Scholar Services
Culture Café (Atlanta)
12:30pm – 1:30pm
Culture Café is designed to highlight culture and heritage while providing students support services by promoting resources and events provided by our office and other campus partners. We offer goody bags and resources for students who visit our table and join our department listserv.
Sponsor: Multicultural Center
International Coffee & Tea Hour (Atlanta)
1pm – 2:15pm
Sample coffees and teas all over the world and learn a bit about different coffee and tea cultures.
Sponsor: International Student & Scholar Services
Global Career Series (Virtual)
1:30p – 2:30pm
The Global Career Series provides an opportunity for attendees to learn about global organizations, ask questions, and have informal discussions with organization representatives about career and internship opportunities. Each day will feature representatives from different global organizations.
Wednesday – CARE International & The Carter Center
Sponsor(s): Atlanta Global Studies Center, Andrew Young School of Policy Studies, & Center for Urban Language Teaching and Research
Discover Asia (Newton)
11am – 2pm
Join the Perimeter College Asian Studies Program as we explore the diversity of Asia, the largest and most populated region of the world.
Sponsor(s): Perimeter College Asian Studies Program & Atlanta Global Studies Center
Taste the World (Atlanta)
11am – 4pm
Taste cuisines from around the world every day throughout International Education Week.
Wednesday – Passport to Mexico
Sponsor: PantherDining
Dutch-U.S. Student Panel on Life and Culture “at Home” (Virtual)
12pm- 1:15pm
Join students from The Hague University in the Netherlands and Honors students from Perimeter as they hold an intercultural dialogue about life and culture in their “home” countries. The discussion will cover anything from music to food to family values to the legal system to social and political ideas. Audience members will have the opportunity to ask questions and contribute.
Sponsor(s): Perimeter College Online, Perimeter Honors College
Global Career Series (Virtual)
1:30p – 2:30pm
The Global Career Series provides an opportunity for attendees to learn about global organizations, ask questions, and have informal discussions with organization representatives about career and internship opportunities. Each day will feature representatives from different global organizations.
Thursday – Japan-America Society of Georgia & The Brazilian American Chamber of Commerce Southeast
Sponsor(s): Atlanta Global Studies Center, Andrew Young School of Policy Studies, & Center for Urban Language Teaching and Research
Bringing the World to Atlanta’s K12 Classrooms (Virtual)
3pm – 4pm
Current and future K12 teachers will learn how to connect students to peers in other countries and build global competence, communication skills, digital literacy, and teamwork! Classroom activities and project ideas will be provided.
Sponsor(s): College of Education & Human Development & Atlanta Global Studies Center
Are You Smarter Than a Georgia State Professor? Trivia Competition (Virtual)
4pm – 5:30pm
Are you smarter than a Georgia State professor? Prove it! International Partnerships & Agreements is hosting its annual international trivia event for teams of students and staff to compete against faculty. We are looking for teams of 3 participants each to compete. If you are a Georgia State student, staff, or faculty member and are interested in participating, please click the registration link to showcase your international expertise.
Sponsor: International Partnerships & Agreements
Explore Latin America & the Caribbean (Alpharetta)
11am – 2pm
Stop by this exhibit to learn more about our neighbors in Latin America and the Caribbean, one of the most culturally diverse regions of the world.
Sponsor: Perimeter College World Languages & Applied Linguistics
Become a Global Scholar (Virtual)
11am – 12pm
Join the Office of International Initiatives and the Atlanta Global Studies Center to learn more about the Global Scholar Distinction Program, including how you can graduate with the distinction and earn the digital badge.
Sponsors: Office of International Initiatives & the Atlanta Global Studies Center
Discover Asia (Alpharetta)
11am – 2pm
Join the Perimeter College Asian Studies Program as we explore the diversity of Asia, the largest and most populated region of the world.
Sponsor(s): Perimeter College Asian Studies Program & Atlanta Global Studies Center
Taste the World (Atlanta)
11am – 4pm
Taste cuisines from around the world every day throughout International Education Week.
Friday – Passport to Brazil
Sponsor: PantherDining
A World of Talent & Togetherness: An International & Exchange Students’ Talent Show (Virtual)
12pm – 1:30pm
Intensive English Program (IEP) students and international/exchange students from CAS will showcase their talent, representing their home countries/cultures in a virtual talent show.
Sponsor(s): College of Arts & Sciences International Programs, Intensive English Program, & ALESL
Global Career Series (Virtual)
1:30p – 2:30pm
The Global Career Series provides an opportunity for attendees to learn about global organizations, ask questions, and have informal discussions with organization representatives about career and internship opportunities. Each day will feature representatives from different global organizations.
Friday – Japan Exchange and Teaching Program (JET), The Globe Academy, & The Latin American Association of Atlanta
Sponsor(s): Atlanta Global Studies Center, Andrew Young School of Policy Studies, & Center for Urban Language Teaching and Research
Chinese Movie Night: Big Fish and Begonia (Atlanta)
6pm – 9pm
Join the Chinese Club to watch Big Fish and Begonia, and learn more about Asian representation in films. Movie snacks will be provided!
Sponsor(s): College of Arts & Sciences World Languages & Cultures & The Chinese Club
Georgia State University Jazz Band (Atlanta)
8pm
Join the GSU Jazz Band along with Grammy-Award winning and GSU artist-in-residence David Sánchez. The band will also perform an Allman Brothers tribute and a world-premiere work by renowned composer, trombonist, and jazz educator Michael Conrad.
Sponsor: School of Music