International Education Week
Please note: The information below is from last year and may not reflect the most current details. Check for updates or contact us for the latest information.
International Education Week 2024 | NOVEMBER 18 - 22 2024
International Education Week (IEW) is a national opportunity to celebrate the benefits of international education and exchange worldwide. This joint initiative of the U.S. Department of State and the U.S. Department of Education is part of efforts to promote programs that prepare Americans for a global environment and attract future leaders from abroad to study, learn, and exchange experiences.
This week is a chance for Cal Lutheran to commemorate the cultures represented on campus and learn about the differences that make the community beautiful. The Center for Global Engagement in collaboration with Cal Lutheran partners invites you to engage in global learning by attending various programs throughout the week.
Check Out the Events Below
OEA Faculty-Led Programs Workshop
Alumni Hall 110 or ZOOM 3:00 PM - 4:00 PM
The Office of Education Abroad (OEA) is soliciting future proposals for faculty-led programs abroad or domestically. Faculty-led programs are opportunities for CLU faculty to expand students' global learning by providing opportunities for students to travel with their faculty member while engaging in scholarly learning. Faculty are invited to join us to learn how to draft a strong proposal submission.
A Global History of Chocolate: An Interactive, Multi-Sensory Experience
CLU Campus 5:00 PM - 6:15 PM
Register now to join us for a chocolate tasting featuring chocolates from different regions while learning about the history and evolution of chocolate over the centuries. This guided experience includes chocolate pairing with fruits as well as an exploration of various flavor profiles and textures. You can watch a brief video from a recent experience here.
CEO and Co-Founder of Talalipani, Fabiola Lara, will guide us through this intimate experience. Seats are limited, Please RSVP no later than Nov. 13 to this link: RSVP
World Aids Day Event Series
Lundring Events Center 5:30 PM - 8:00 PM
Cal Lutheran's Center for Equality & Justice and Public Health Program invite everyone to together for an educational and reflective gathering. Since 1988 communities around the world have united to battle AIDS. CLU offers an opportunity to learn more about Public Health Careers during an advocacy reception, followed by a keynote presentation by Dr. Nina Harawa and Lawrence Dotson and closing candlelight vigil. Contact Dr. Adina Nack at nack@CalLutheran.edu or visit the website posting for details.
Sustainable Fashion Festival: Styling Workshop
Ullman Conference Center 6:00 PM - 7:30 PM
HUB101 is hosting a Sustainable Fashion Festival. Three days of events will feature inspiring workshops, thought-provoking speakers and a captivating sustainable fashion showcase. On Tuesday, Charline Zeroual, a French personal stylist based in LA, will focus on empowering women through sustainable fashion, helping them shop consciously and embrace wardrobe minimalism.
Contact Desserin Pereyra at dcpereyra@callutheran.edu. Please RSVP Here.
Lutheran College Washington Semester Information Session
Room 114, Student Union 11:45 AM - 1:00 PM
The Lutheran College Washington Semester (LCWS) gives students the opportunity to spend a semester in Washington, D.C., pairing academic study with an intensive four-day-a-week internship. With access to over 500 organizations, LCWS works with students from all majors to secure internships that align with their career goals, providing professional experience in fields that interest them. Beyond internships, LCWS ensures students make the most of D.C. by organizing field trips, lectures, and seminars every Friday. These events introduce students to D.C.'s rich culture, politics, arts, social justice initiatives, science and technology, and more, adding depth to their experience in one of the world’s most vibrant cities.
Learn about the opportunities for academic engagement with the Lutheran College Washington Semester in Washington, DC. Whether for a faculty-led program, summer research in DC, or promotion of internships, faculty and students are invited to join us. Executive Director and Dean Dr. Ed Hasecke and CLU LCWS faculty lead, Dr. Kiku Huckle will share an informative presentation.
The French Caribbean
Puerto Rico
Travel Seminar Information Session
ZOOM 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM
The French Caribbean (Fall 2025) Puerto Rico (Spring 2026)
Learn About:
- Why enroll in a travel seminar
- How this experience can enhance your resume
- Course topics both during the semester and while abroad
- Activities and excursions in French Caribbean and Puerto Rico
- Available scholarships and financial aid
- Plus, Q&A in English, French, and Spanish
International Potluck
Student Union-Kingsmen Room 6:30 PM - 8:00 PM
The members of the CLU Global Leaders Community are planning an informal International Potluck Gathering to celebrate cuisine from around the world while reconnecting with current and establishing new friends/networks. Faculty, staff, and students are invited to attend. Submit your RSVP using the provided gForm by Friday 11/15.
Contact global@CalLutheran.edu with any questions
Fulbright-Hays Faculty & Administrator Grant Information Session
Center for Global Engagement Conference Room 9:30 AM - 10:30 AM
Post-secondary faculty (with preference for the Arts, Humanities, or Social Sciences) and administrators (e.g., staff with internationalization emphasis/focus in their work such as career/academic advisors, librarians, tutors, etc.) are invited to apply for the Fulbright-Hays summer seminar abroad program for four weeks in Greece and Turkey (in June/July, dates TBA). The program provides an in-depth exploration of a country to improve understanding and knowledge of the peoples and cultures. Following the seminar experience, participants develop and share a project to provide information about the selected country at one's institution and/or within one's local community in the USA.
More details will be online shortly via the U.S. Department of Education website. Applications are usually due in early January. Past recipient, Dr. Christina Sanchez, will share details about the application process. RSVP at global@callutheran.edu to attend.
Indigenous People's Heritage Month Lecture Lunch
*****This event is postponed to March 2025!*****
Join Campus Ministry for lunch after chapel to celebrate Indigenous Peoples’ Heritage Month with keynote speaker Dayna Barrios, Native community leader and the former chairwoman for the Barbareño/Ventureño Band of Mission Indians. Barrios will share stories about her Chumash ancestors and how faith has been present in their traditions and culture.
This is a great opportunity to learn about California Native History and heritage, as we continue to build a beloved community under the theme of Healing and Restoration. This event will present information to spark the audience's curiosity and invite them to reflect on how faith inspires communities and individuals throughout history.
I Can't Fly Anymore: Navigating U.S. Immigration Policies and Travel Restrictions
Swenson 106 4:15 PM - 5:00 PM
Associate Professor of Criminology and Justice Studies, California State University Northridge
In this session, the presenters will share how U.S. immigration laws and policies have historically restricted immigrants' ability to travel within the United States and internationally. The presenters will also discuss how immigrants today with different legal statuses have been unable to travel domestically and internationally without governmental permission. The event will highlight the Office of Education Abroad's IIE Passport Project.
World Fair
Lundring Events Center 5:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Sponsored by the United Students of the World and Center for Global Engagement, the World Fair is a unique opportunity for Cal Lutheran and the broader community to come together in celebration of our our vibrant global campus! Individuals showcase the beauty and diversity of various countries for attendees to learn interesting cultural facts while enjoying performances and international cuisine.
No RSVP is needed to join us for the program! All are welcome.
Note: If planning to perform or host a country-culture table, please rsvp no later than November 15: Participation Form!
Paz Con La Naturaleza: Biodiversity and Climate Change
The CLU Pacific Lutheran Theological Seminary (PLTS) offers many social justice, educational opportunities throughout the year. Several presentations are featured on the PLTS Center for Climate Justice and Faith website.
One interview is provided for IEW viewing: On October 29th, Rev. Dr. Neddy Astudillo interviewed Eliana Alvarez Grueso, a biologist with an expertise in biodiversity and climate change and Nathaly Quito of the Evangelical Lutheran Church in Colombia live from the UN Biodiversity Conference in Cali, Colombia.
GLobal Cuisine on Campus
Our CLU campus dining partners, Sodexo, offer international cuisine options daily, with a daily Italian zone, a vegan/vegetarian section, and Mongolian Grill, often featuring global delights. During International Education Week, Sodexo is creating menu options to celebrate the country-cultures of CLU in Ullman Commons.
Countries with the largest representation at CLU include India, China, Germany, Japan, Norway, and Taiwan. Visit the OISS website to learn more about who is studying at CLU.