Alvernia University is celebrating the 2023 Annual International Education Week from Nov. 13-17, featuring opportunities for students, faculty and staff to be immersed in the different cultures that curate the Alvernia community through food, sports, dance, meaningful dialogue and more. All students, faculty and staff are welcome to join for all events including:
Monday, Nov. 13
- Mariachi Band – 11:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m. | Student Center Cafeteria
- Novelty: Boomerang Creation – 11:30 a.m. – 2:30 p.m. | Student Center Cafeteria
- Peace Corps Recruiter – 11:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m. | Student Center Cafeteria
- Passionate about making a global impact? Don't miss this event! and inspire others to embark on life-changing journeys of service, fostering peace and cross-cultural understanding
- Chat with Students from Peru, Ecuador & Brazil – 4:00 – 5:00 p.m.
- Experience the world within our campus through a casual, enlightening event where you can connect, learn, and make global friends.
- World Cup Soccer – 4:30 – 5:30 p.m. | PLEX
- Get ready for a fun game of soccer, where cultural exchange happens one goal at a time
Tuesday, Nov. 14
- International Student Home Country Displays – 11:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m. | Student Center Cafeteria
- Travel the world without leaving campus! Don't miss this event where you can experience the richness of global cultures through captivating exhibits and engaging presentations by our international students.
- African Gospel Singers – 12 – 1 p.m. | Student Center
- DNA Discussion Project – 11:00 a.m., 3:00 p.m. or 5:00 p.m. | Locations vary.
- Uncover the secrets of your DNA and learn how we are all connected. Guest Presenters from West Chester University will share insights into their DNA Discussion Project that they have worked on for over 20 years. During this session, we will be breaking into small groups after the main presentation to unpack and discuss our individual DNA findings. Those who have participated in taking the Ancestry DNA Test, should attend one of the sessions.
- *The main presentation will be open to anyone who wants to attend.
- Global Backdrop Polaroid Photos – 11:00 a.m. – 1:30 p.m. | Francis Hall Atrium
- Chat with Students from Ireland, Turkey & Iran – 4:00 – 5:00 p.m.
- Experience the world within our campus through a casual, enlightening event where you can connect, learn, and make global friends.
Wednesday, Nov. 15
- Traditional Indian Dance Performance – 12:00 – 12:30 p.m. | Student Center
- Global "AU" Drone Shot – 12:30 p.m. QUAD
- Be a part of history and join in the first-ever drone shot that will be taken from above! 196 students will form the letters "AU" holding flags from 196 countries above their head.
- Indian Food & Music – 12:30 – 1:30 | Post Center Lobby
- Novelty: Henna Painting – 11:30 a.m. - 2:30 p.m. | Student Center
- The Ukrainian War: A one-year retrospective – 12:15 – 1:15 p.m. | Campus Commons Living Room
- Join us for a thought-provoking discussion where we'll reflect on recent events and their impact over the past year.
- World Cup Soccer – 4:30 – 5:30 p.m. | PLEX
- Get ready for a fun game of soccer, where cultural exchange happens one goal at a time
- Chat with Students from India & Nepal – 4:00 – 5:00 p.m.
- Experience the world within our campus through a casual, enlightening event where you can connect, learn, and make global friends.
- Traditional Indian Dance Class – 5:00 – 6:00 pm | Campus Commons Dance Studio
- Come learn traditional Indian choreography with us and experience the beauty of this rich, cultural art form.
Thursday Nov 16
- Novelty: Zen Den – 11:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. | Student Center
- Senegal Peace Corps Tabel Display & Discussion – 11:30 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. | Francis Hall Atrium
- The Peace Corps Table Display & Discussion event features visual displays and discussions with volunteers, offering an informative and engaging glimpse into the Peace Corps' global mission
- Birds of Prey Experience – 12:15 p.m. | Student Center Seminar Room 2nd Floor
- Learn about raptors and their international migration. Three birds of prey will be with us from the Hawk Mountain Sanctuary.
- Chat with Students from Saudi Arabia – 4:00 – 5:00 p.m. | Campus Commons Living Room
- Experience the world within our campus through a casual, enlightening event where you can connect, learn, and make global friends.
Friday Nov 17
- International Education Week Cash Cab – 12:00 – 1:00 p.m. | Quad
- Test your global knowledge and win exciting prizes along the way while the Cash Cab takes you around campus.
- World Peace Moment of Silence, Prayer and Goodwill – 11:00 a.m. | Judge Prayer Garden
- Bad Weather Location: PEC
- South & Central American Food & Music – Campus Commons Living Room 11:30 – 1pm.
- Indulge in the vibrant flavors of South and Central American cuisine while enjoying the captivating rhythms of their music in a cultural feast for your senses.
