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