International Education Week
International Education Week is an event sponsored in the fall by the Office of International Programs with the purpose of celebrating and promoting internationalization at K-State. Events such as the Vernon Larson Luncheon Lecture, All Things International Fair, and the International Educator Award reception are held through the week.
International Education Week is a joint initiative of the U.S. Departments of Education and State. It celebrates the benefits of understanding the world around us so we can better communicate and collaborate with others from different cultures. It is an ideal opportunity to inspire students to broaden their horizons through global learning, foreign languages and international exchange.
Saturday, November 5
- International Food Fest
5:30 p.m. -7:00 p.m. & 7:00 p.m. - 8:30 p.m. Ecumenical Campus Ministry (1021 Denison Avenue)
The International Coordinating Council is hosting the International Food Festival 2011. Featuring traditional food from all over the world! This year, more than 15countries are represented. They include, China, India, Nepal,Aghanistan, Jordan, Pakistan, Saudi Arabia, Korea, Japan, Malaysia,France, Kenya, Russia,Sri Lanka, Egypt, Thailand, Phillipines, Ghana and Libya! The event will be held on Saturday, November 5th at the ECM center on 1021 Denison Avenue. Two shifts are available: 5:30pm to7:00pm or 7:00pm to 8:30pm.
Tickets may be purchased at the Kansas State union until friday Nov 4 from 10am to 2pm.There is alimited number of tickets so get yours fast! If you have any questions about the event, please email Emilie at emilieg@ksu.edu
Monday, November 7
International Championships
November 7 to November 12
Through collaboration with Recreational Services at K-state, International Coorfinating Council (ICC) and ISSS staff coordinate a week-long series of sporting competitions to celebrate cultural undstanding and sensitivity through sports.
Tuesday, November 8
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International Championships
November 7 to November 12
Through collaboration with Recreational Services at K-state, International Coorfinating Council (ICC) and ISSS staff coordinate a week-long series of sporting competitions to celebrate cultural undstanding and sensitivity through sports.
Fair Trade Fashion Show
7 p.m. Union Court Yard
Vendors to include Awava, Eduation and more, Global Mama, Minga!
Wednesday, November 9
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International Championships
November 7 to November 12
Through collaboration with Recreational Services at K-state, International Coorfinating Council (ICC) and ISSS staff coordinate a week-long series of sporting competitions to celebrate cultural undstanding and sensitivity through sports.
Vernon Larson International Lecture: Nameera Najid, Hira Memon, Ali Javed, and Ahmad Ali: Pakistani History, Traditions, Food, and Sports;
Lunch (optional) begins at 11:45 a.m., Lecture begins at 12:15 p.m., Holiday Inn at the Campus
The 4 Pakistani students (2 women, 2 men) are here on a US State Dept. funded program: Global Undergraduate Program - Pakistan. This is administered through the International Resarch and Exchanges Board (IREX), Washington, D.C. They are sent to host US universities for one semester. This is a competitive program and they all have good academic records and have been thoroughly vetted through the US Embassy folks (US Education Foundation) in Pakistan. While here they take at least one class in their major, plus one on American culture/society class with the rest up to them. We find student mentors (of the same gender) from their respective disciplines who put in about 10 hours during the semester working with them on skills for surviving US academic life and becoming an American contact/buddy. They also are required to get involved in 20 hours of community service and also various cultural/social & civic events: e.g. museums, field trips, concerts, city commission meetings, host families, sports events, etc. The intent is to have an immersion into the US culture as well as get do some academic work.
Sponsored by K-State Friends of International Programs and the Office of International Programs.
This international lecture series was begun in 1979 by Dr. Vernon C. Larson, then Director of International Agricultural Programs, and is the longest-running at K-State. With six presentations per year, held during the fall and spring semesters, the series offers an opportunity for the K-State community to hear presentations from faculty and individuals who have recently participated in an extensive overseas activity or who are involved in major international activities. The luncheon is open to everyone. Reservations for the luncheons can be made by e-mail (oip@ksu.edu) or by phone (532-5990) and should be made by noon of the Friday before each luncheon. You may also attend the lecture portion of this event, which begins at 12:15 p.m. at no cost.
Thursday, November 10
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Annual Fairtrade Marketplace
12:00 - 7:00 p.m., K-State Student Union, Courtyard
Sponsored and coordinated by Fairtrade Advocates. Vendors from all parts of the world, from India to Ghana to Ecuador, will be coming together to sell their handcrafted merchandise to students and citizens of Manhattan. Expected vendors: Two Hands, Hopestart Africa, Global Mamas, Minga, Women Who Weave, Education and More, Hearts of Palm, Te La Re, AWAZ, AWAVA, New Community Project, Mayan Hands/UPAVIM, Ten Thousand Villages, Equal Exchange, and Peoples.
To learn more about fair trade or want to volunteer visit http://ksufairtrademarketplace.pbworks.com.
International Championships
November 7 to November 12
Through collaboration with Recreational Services at K-state, International Coorfinating Council (ICC) and ISSS staff coordinate a week-long series of sporting competitions to celebrate cultural undstanding and sensitivity through sports.
Friday, November 11
Fairtrade Marketplace
9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m., K-State Student Union, Courtyard
Sponsored and coordinated by Fairtrade Advocates.
Vendors from all parts of the world, from India to Ghana to Ecuador, will be coming together to sell their handcrafted merchandise to students and citizens of Manhattan.
Coffee Hour, "Taiwan"
4:00p.m.-5:00 p.m., K-State International Student Center
Presented by Yung-Chwn Lin
Coffee Hour is free and open to the public and you may contact Sarinya Sungkatavat at (785) 532-6448 or email at sarinya@ksu.edu for more information about the program or if you wish to be considered as a Coffee Hour presenter.
International Championships
November 7 to November 12
Through collaboration with Recreational Services at K-state, International Coorfinating Council (ICC) and ISSS staff coordinate a week-long series of sporting competitions to celebrate cultural undstanding and sensitivity through sports.
Saturday, November 12
- International Championships
November 7 to November 12
Through collaboration with Recreational Services at K-state, International Coorfinating Council (ICC) and ISSS staff coordinate a week-long series of sporting competitions to celebrate cultural undstanding and sensitivity through sports.
Sunday, November 13
- Sanskriti 2011
3:00-6:00 pm., Forum Hall Kansas State Union
"Sanskriti" means culture. Sanskriti has been the annual extravaganza of Indian Students Association here at Kansas State University. ISA proudly announces its premier event SANSKRITI 11 and invite all of you to Explore, Celebrate and Relish the traditional Indian culture blended with splendid color of modernity.
- Indian Dinner
7:15-10:30 pm., ECM Cross Road, 1021 Denision Avenue, Manhattan, KS
Indian dinner which will make your taste buds come alive! The food will consist of both vegetarian as well as non-vegetarian along with Indian desserts. The food will be catered by a popular Indian restaurant located in Kansas City.
Admission - Tickets are sold at the K-State Union from October 27th, 2011 to November10th, 2011 between 12 noon to 2 pm. Cost - $10 for ISA members and $12 for Non-ISA members. Check/Cash accepted.
6:30 pm. Little Theater, K-State Student Union (Free Admission)
Running: Time: 53 Minutes - Language: Kyrgyz, English - Subtitles: English
Synopsis: Many years ago, Almaz's parents moved from Naryn to Bishkek in search of work. However, life in the city was full of hardships: little Almaz had to work and his education was placed on the back burner, but only for a while. Several years later, the seller of lemonade, collector of empties and barrow boy Almaz re-starts his studying and turns up in another world. Now, life takes on new meaning for Almaz, a sort of recognition of his victory over despair. This is a touching and inspiring story, told without haste, embellishment and sensationalism. This film destroys stereotypes and presents a new hero of our time.
Movie night is organized by Russian Speaking Society Soyuz and UPC.
Monday, November 14
- All Things International Fair
11:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. K-State Student Union Courtyard
The Office of International Programs coordinates a one-day event called, "All Things International" where we provide an opportunity for all businesses, organizations, clubs, and individuals to host an information table and raise awareness of international outlets, events, initiatives, and opportunities offered on and off the campus. This year's Fair Event will take place from from 11:00am - 2:00pm at the K-State Student Union Courtyard to help kick off the start of International Education Week.
7:00 p.m., Town Hall Room, Leadership Studies Building.
- The Wampanoag saved the Pilgrims from starvation, and lived to regret it. Spurred on by their celebrated linguist Jane Little Doe Baird, the Wampanoag of Cape Cod and Martha's Vineyard are reviving their language more than a century after the last native speaker died. Free and open to the public. Sponsored by the School of Leadership Studies.
Friday, November 18
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International Educator Award Ceremony and Reception
3:00, K-State Hale Library, Hemisphere Room
Sponsored and coordinated by K-State Office of International Programs. This award was established by former Provost Duane Nellis to recognize an individual who has contributed to advancing international education at Kansas State University. One awardee is recognized each fall during International Education Week and receives a plaque and an honorarium at the reception. http://www.k-state.edu/oip/outreach/intledaward