Celebrating and Promoting International Education and Exchange International Education Week (IEW) is a joint initiative of the U.S. Department of State and the U.S. Department of Education to recognize the global exchange environment between the United States and other countries.
November 10-18, 2007

MSU International Education Week 2007 Calendar

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Saturday, November 10
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  • 8th Annual MSU International Education Week November 10-18 Begins  Various times & locations
  • Saturday, Nov. 10 thru Sunday, Nov. 18
  •     Each year Michigan State University joins educational institutions, organizations, and agencies throughout the U.S. and around the world in celebrating International Education Week, a tradition begun in 2000 by the U.S. Department of State and Depart ...
  • sponsored by ISP Dean's Office
  • Frida in Mictlan/Mictlan in Frida  , Entry Floor Gallery MSU Museum
  • Thursday, Nov. 1 thru Sunday, Nov. 18
  •     This multimedia installation combines visual and performance arts evolving from a traditional Ofrenda de Día de Muertos (Day of the Dead altar-offering). It honors Frida´s irresistible magnetism for life, beauty, passion, hope and the quest for renew ...
  • The International Print Portfolio: Artists` Expressions of Universal Human Rights  , West Gallery MSU Museum
  • Sunday, Oct. 7 thru Friday, Jan. 4
  •     The prints featured in this exhibition were produced by a diverse group of artists from all over the world, from Africa, Asia and the Middle East to Australia and the Americas. These striking, sometimes disturbing works are accompanied by artist biog ...
Sunday, November 11
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  • Frida in Mictlan/Mictlan in Frida  , Entry Floor Gallery MSU Museum
  • Thursday, Nov. 1 thru Sunday, Nov. 18
  •     This multimedia installation combines visual and performance arts evolving from a traditional Ofrenda de Día de Muertos (Day of the Dead altar-offering). It honors Frida´s irresistible magnetism for life, beauty, passion, hope and the quest for renew ...
  • The International Print Portfolio: Artists` Expressions of Universal Human Rights  , West Gallery MSU Museum
  • Sunday, Oct. 7 thru Friday, Jan. 4
  •     The prints featured in this exhibition were produced by a diverse group of artists from all over the world, from Africa, Asia and the Middle East to Australia and the Americas. These striking, sometimes disturbing works are accompanied by artist biog ...
Monday, November 12
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  • Frida in Mictlan/Mictlan in Frida  , Entry Floor Gallery MSU Museum
  • Thursday, Nov. 1 thru Sunday, Nov. 18
  •     This multimedia installation combines visual and performance arts evolving from a traditional Ofrenda de Día de Muertos (Day of the Dead altar-offering). It honors Frida´s irresistible magnetism for life, beauty, passion, hope and the quest for renew ...
  • The International Print Portfolio: Artists` Expressions of Universal Human Rights  , West Gallery MSU Museum
  • Sunday, Oct. 7 thru Friday, Jan. 4
  •     The prints featured in this exhibition were produced by a diverse group of artists from all over the world, from Africa, Asia and the Middle East to Australia and the Americas. These striking, sometimes disturbing works are accompanied by artist biog ...
Tuesday, November 13
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  • Culture Fair  5:30 p.m., C103/104 and cafeteria McDonel Hall
  • Tuesday, Nov. 13
  •     Join McDonel Hall and the AL 200 class in an exploration of food and information about various countries. International foods will be served in the cafeteria during dinner time, as well as at this event. ...
  • sponsored by Office of Study Abroad (OSA)
  • Frida in Mictlan/Mictlan in Frida  , Entry Floor Gallery MSU Museum
  • Thursday, Nov. 1 thru Sunday, Nov. 18
  •     This multimedia installation combines visual and performance arts evolving from a traditional Ofrenda de Día de Muertos (Day of the Dead altar-offering). It honors Frida´s irresistible magnetism for life, beauty, passion, hope and the quest for renew ...
  • Global Plate Dinners  HH:00 a.m., Cafeterias MSU Residence Halls
  • Tuesday, Nov. 13 thru Thursday, Nov. 15
  •     Residence Halls on campus will serve a special dinner featuring food from India on 11/13, Ireland on 11/14, and Greece on 11/15. Office of Study Abroad representatives will be available in Brody Hall with information about the country and region. ...
  • sponsored by Office of Study Abroad (OSA)
  • International & National Scholarship Information Session  Info Event 4:00 p.m., North Conference Room (west side) Main Library
  • Tuesday, Nov. 13
  •     The Honors College will host a presentation on scholarships, allowing students to explore various opportunitied offered by international and national organizations. The presentation will also focus on how to become more competitive int he applicatio ...
  • International and Traditional Arts Talent Show  Performance 8:00 p.m., McDonel Kiva McDonel Hall
  • Tuesday, Nov. 13
  •     This unique talent show will focus on international and traditional entertainment. The event is open to all students to participate. ...
  • The International Print Portfolio: Artists` Expressions of Universal Human Rights  , West Gallery MSU Museum
  • Sunday, Oct. 7 thru Friday, Jan. 4
  •     The prints featured in this exhibition were produced by a diverse group of artists from all over the world, from Africa, Asia and the Middle East to Australia and the Americas. These striking, sometimes disturbing works are accompanied by artist biog ...
  • The Real World Goes Global  Info Event 7:30 p.m., Kiva Erikson Hall
  • Tuesday, Nov. 13
  •     Working for companies and organizations in the 21st century requires an employee to be 'globally competent' in order to be successful. Explore these global competencies, and learn how to assess and apply them in any work environment though an intera ...
Wednesday, November 14
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  • Frida in Mictlan/Mictlan in Frida  , Entry Floor Gallery MSU Museum
  • Thursday, Nov. 1 thru Sunday, Nov. 18
  •     This multimedia installation combines visual and performance arts evolving from a traditional Ofrenda de Día de Muertos (Day of the Dead altar-offering). It honors Frida´s irresistible magnetism for life, beauty, passion, hope and the quest for renew ...
  • Global Business Club Luncheon  11:45 a.m. MSU University Club
  • Wednesday, Nov. 14
  •     The Global Business Club of Mid-Michigan focuses on global issues of interest to the mid-Michigan business community. In this role, the GB Club is dedicated to supporting global business growth of the State of Michigan and its diverse manufacturing a ...
  • Global Plate Dinners  HH:00 a.m., Cafeterias MSU Residence Halls
  • Tuesday, Nov. 13 thru Thursday, Nov. 15
  •     Residence Halls on campus will serve a special dinner featuring food from India on 11/13, Ireland on 11/14, and Greece on 11/15. Office of Study Abroad representatives will be available in Brody Hall with information about the country and region. ...
  • sponsored by Office of Study Abroad (OSA)
  • James Madison College Study Abroad Fair  4:30 p.m., Club Spartan (3rd Floor) Case Hall
  • Wednesday, Nov. 14
  •     An excellent opportunity to learn about the many James Madison College Study Abroad programs being offered. Madison faculty and the Office of Study Abroad will be available to answer questions and to provide literature on the various programs. ...
  • Japan and East Asian Security  Lecture 4:00 p.m., Room 151 Communication Arts Building
  • Wednesday, Nov. 14
  •     A presentation in the mini-symposium series: "Social and Political Change in Asia: Convergence, Polarities and Japan's Regional Leadership," given by Richard Samuels, Political Science, MIT ...
  • sponsored by Asian Studies Center (ASN)
  • Kaffestunde  7:00 p.m.
  • Wednesday, Nov. 14
  •     Come speak German Wednesday evenings in a relaxed, friendly atmosphere, meet other students and TAs, play German board games, read German magazines, and much more! ...
  • Latin Dance Night  Performance 7:00 p.m., McDonel Kiva McDonel Hall
  • Wednesday, Nov. 14
  •     Join La Casa for an evening of latin dancing. Everyone is welcome to come join the dancing and instruction. ...
  • Natural Science Study Abroad Fair  11:30 a.m., North Atrium Biomedical & Physical Sciences
  • Wednesday, Nov. 14
  •     The College of Natural Science will host a Study Abroad Fair featuring its programs. All students and majors are welcome to attend. ...
  • The International Print Portfolio: Artists` Expressions of Universal Human Rights  , West Gallery MSU Museum
  • Sunday, Oct. 7 thru Friday, Jan. 4
  •     The prints featured in this exhibition were produced by a diverse group of artists from all over the world, from Africa, Asia and the Middle East to Australia and the Americas. These striking, sometimes disturbing works are accompanied by artist biog ...
Thursday, November 15
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  • College of Human Medicine International Week  12:00 p.m., C102 East Fee Hall
  • Thursday, Nov. 15
  •     Panel discussion featuring: "Volunteer Abroad, a Duty?" Judith Andre, PhD, Center for Ethics "Doctors without Borders," Paul Schneider, MD, Dept. of Surgery "Research with NGO in Haiti," Kyle Martin ...
  • Family Medicine in Japan  Lecture 12:00 p.m., Room 110 Auditorium Radiology
  • Thursday, Nov. 15
  •     Talk by Dr. Rebecca Malouin, Director of MSU's Family Medicine Education Training Program and the International Program for Family Medicine and Pediatrics and Human Development. ...
  • Frida in Mictlan/Mictlan in Frida  , Entry Floor Gallery MSU Museum
  • Thursday, Nov. 1 thru Sunday, Nov. 18
  •     This multimedia installation combines visual and performance arts evolving from a traditional Ofrenda de Día de Muertos (Day of the Dead altar-offering). It honors Frida´s irresistible magnetism for life, beauty, passion, hope and the quest for renew ...
  • Gales of November  Performance 7:30 p.m. Cobb Great Hall, Wharton Center
  • Thursday, Nov. 15
  •     Retelling the tragic story of the Edmund Fitzgerald which sank to the bottom of Lake Superior along with its crew 30 years ago, Gales of November features music and excerpts from the hit play Ten November. Prudence Johnson, known for her unmistakable ...
  • Global Plate Dinners  HH:00 a.m., Cafeterias MSU Residence Halls
  • Tuesday, Nov. 13 thru Thursday, Nov. 15
  •     Residence Halls on campus will serve a special dinner featuring food from India on 11/13, Ireland on 11/14, and Greece on 11/15. Office of Study Abroad representatives will be available in Brody Hall with information about the country and region. ...
  • sponsored by Office of Study Abroad (OSA)
  • MOSAIC Multicultural Movie Night  Film/Movie 6:30 p.m.
  • Thursday, Nov. 15
  •     Join the Honors College's Multicultural Student Organization, MOSAIC, for a movie night. Exact title TBA. ...
  • The International Print Portfolio: Artists` Expressions of Universal Human Rights  , West Gallery MSU Museum
  • Sunday, Oct. 7 thru Friday, Jan. 4
  •     The prints featured in this exhibition were produced by a diverse group of artists from all over the world, from Africa, Asia and the Middle East to Australia and the Americas. These striking, sometimes disturbing works are accompanied by artist biog ...
Friday, November 16
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  • Cinderella (La Cenerentola)  Performance :: a.m. MSU Concert Auditorium
  • Friday, Nov. 16 thru Sunday, Nov. 18
  •     Rossini's comic opera sponsored by the MSU College of Music. Shows on the 16th and 17th start at 8 p.m., and the show on the 18th starts at 3 p.m. ...
  • Frida in Mictlan/Mictlan in Frida  , Entry Floor Gallery MSU Museum
  • Thursday, Nov. 1 thru Sunday, Nov. 18
  •     This multimedia installation combines visual and performance arts evolving from a traditional Ofrenda de Día de Muertos (Day of the Dead altar-offering). It honors Frida´s irresistible magnetism for life, beauty, passion, hope and the quest for renew ...
  • MSU Greater China Supply Chain Forum  Conference :: a.m. Kellogg Center
  • Friday, Nov. 16
  •     The Greater China Supply Chain Forum is a core project of the Broad International Business Forum (BIBF), held each fall at Michigan State University. Each year over 300 students, faculty and professionals converge to hear top managers speak about the ...
  • Romance Languages Film Series  5:00 p.m., Auditorium 206 Old Horticulture (OHB)
  • Friday, Nov. 16
  •     After stopping Louis from committing suicide, Antoine feels responsible for the maniac's well-being. He tries to help Louis win back his girlfriends, but this turns his life upside down. (Frence) ...
  • Sweet Honey In the Rock  Performance 8:00 p.m. Cobb Great Hall, Wharton Center
  • Friday, Nov. 16
  •     • Founded by Bernice Johnson, Sweet Honey In The Rock is an internationally-renowned a cappella ensemble • Rooted in a deeply-held commitment to create music out of the rich textures of African-American legacy and traditions, • Sweet Honey In ...
  • The International Print Portfolio: Artists` Expressions of Universal Human Rights  , West Gallery MSU Museum
  • Sunday, Oct. 7 thru Friday, Jan. 4
  •     The prints featured in this exhibition were produced by a diverse group of artists from all over the world, from Africa, Asia and the Middle East to Australia and the Americas. These striking, sometimes disturbing works are accompanied by artist biog ...
Saturday, November 17
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  • Cinderella (La Cenerentola)  Performance :: a.m. MSU Concert Auditorium
  • Friday, Nov. 16 thru Sunday, Nov. 18
  •     Rossini's comic opera sponsored by the MSU College of Music. Shows on the 16th and 17th start at 8 p.m., and the show on the 18th starts at 3 p.m. ...
  • Frida in Mictlan/Mictlan in Frida  , Entry Floor Gallery MSU Museum
  • Thursday, Nov. 1 thru Sunday, Nov. 18
  •     This multimedia installation combines visual and performance arts evolving from a traditional Ofrenda de Día de Muertos (Day of the Dead altar-offering). It honors Frida´s irresistible magnetism for life, beauty, passion, hope and the quest for renew ...
  • International Dance Extravaganza  9:00 p.m., Crossroads Food Court International Center
  • Saturday, Nov. 17
  •     Featuring pop dance music from around the world, free food, up to $1000.00 in prizes, including an airfare voucher, iPods, and more ...
  • The International Print Portfolio: Artists` Expressions of Universal Human Rights  , West Gallery MSU Museum
  • Sunday, Oct. 7 thru Friday, Jan. 4
  •     The prints featured in this exhibition were produced by a diverse group of artists from all over the world, from Africa, Asia and the Middle East to Australia and the Americas. These striking, sometimes disturbing works are accompanied by artist biog ...
Sunday, November 18
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  • Cinderella (La Cenerentola)  Performance :: a.m. MSU Concert Auditorium
  • Friday, Nov. 16 thru Sunday, Nov. 18
  •     Rossini's comic opera sponsored by the MSU College of Music. Shows on the 16th and 17th start at 8 p.m., and the show on the 18th starts at 3 p.m. ...
  • Frida in Mictlan/Mictlan in Frida  , Entry Floor Gallery MSU Museum
  • Thursday, Nov. 1 thru Sunday, Nov. 18
  •     This multimedia installation combines visual and performance arts evolving from a traditional Ofrenda de Día de Muertos (Day of the Dead altar-offering). It honors Frida´s irresistible magnetism for life, beauty, passion, hope and the quest for renew ...
  • Global Festival 2007  12:00 p.m. MSU Union
  • Sunday, Nov. 18
  •     At this 22nd annual festival, MSU international student organizations and area nationality groups will share their cultures with exhibits, performances of ethnic dances and music; fashion shows; and demonstrations of native games and crafts. The Wor ...
  • The International Print Portfolio: Artists` Expressions of Universal Human Rights  , West Gallery MSU Museum
  • Sunday, Oct. 7 thru Friday, Jan. 4
  •     The prints featured in this exhibition were produced by a diverse group of artists from all over the world, from Africa, Asia and the Middle East to Australia and the Americas. These striking, sometimes disturbing works are accompanied by artist biog ...
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