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2009 International Education Week


Hosted by the International Admissions and Advising, University Library, Student Government (SGA) and Student Clubs, Office of Student Affairs, and Preparation in Language and University Studies (PLUS)

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

Golden Gate University joins in the "joint initiative of the U.S. Department of State and the U.S. Department of Education is part of our efforts to promote programs that prepare Americans for a global environment and attract future leaders from abroad to study, learn, and exchange experiences in the United States." (IEW website)

Please join us as we celebrate International Education Week (IEW). Throughout the week we are hosting a variety of events. A few highlights to check out:
    • See the performance of Abada Capoeira, a Brazilian martial art group.
    • Stop by during a class break to view one of the many movies being hosted by SGA.
    • Enter the IEW raffle for a chance to win free prizes.
    • Last but not least, the highlight of the week, the Cultural & Club Fair hosted by the SGA and Student Clubs. Come and taste foods from around the world and listen to live music.
*Monday, November 16h*

Tea Party - hosted by International Admissions and Advising
3:00 - 5:00 pm, Faculty Lounge, 536 Mission St., 6th Floor

Performance by Abada Capoeira, "Born as an expression of resistance in the 16th century Portuguese-colonized Brazil, capoeira is a rigorous form of self-defense that slaves camouflaged with music, song and dance." (San Francisco Chronicle, 2008).

ABADÁ-Capoeira at Ethnic Dance Festival

*Tuesday, November 17th*

Midday Movie Madness - hosted by Student Government Association
3:30 - 5:30, Student Lounge/Plaza Level, 536 Mission St.

Etiquette in the International Business World - hosted by Office of Student Affairs
2:30 - 4 pm, Room TBD

Realities of Working in the U.S. - hosted by C.A.P.S. and I.A.A.
5:30-6:30, Room 2203

*Wednesday, November 18th*

Faculty Development Opportunity: English for Dummies - hosted by Academic Affairs
12 - 1 pm, Room 5203

Movie Night - sponsored Student Government Association
7-9 pm , Student Lounge/Plaza Level, 536 Mission St.

*Thursday, November 19h*

Cultural Fair - hosted by Student Government Association
3:30 - 6:30 pm, Plaza Level

*Saturday, November 21st*

Researching International Business Topics - hosted by University Library
11 am - Noon, Reference Desk, University Library
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