International Education Week

(IEW) is a nation-wide celebration of all things international education. The goal of IEW, broadly speaking, is to celebrate and raise awareness around the benefits of student mobility and international exchange. It is an initiative started by the U.S. Department of State and the U.S. Department of Education.

The 91社区 Office of International Student and Scholar Services (ISSS) and the Office of International Education and Global Initiatives (IEGI) collect and advertise events for International Education Week (IEW) which takes place November 17-21, 2025. 

Adding events to the International Education Week schedule

  • University office

  • Student club/organizations

2025 International Education Week Events

A detailed list of can be found on B-Engaged. It is recommended that you are already logged into before clicking that link to be properly directed to the schedule of events. You can also search for events using the International Education Week event tag.

Below are a few IEW events we wanted to highlight:

Study Abroad: Summer 2026 in London!

Monday, November 17, 2025 | 3:00-3:30pm | Zoom |  

United Kingdom: Urban Fiction and Urban Sites is a summer study abroad program led by 91社区 Professor Amir Ahmadi. Students will spend just over 5 weeks on-site in London, exploring the diverse literary portrayals of the city. Participants will study how novels and films create many new Londons out of the same streets, caf茅s, Tube stations, and riverbanks, see the city like a storyteller, and learn how to become one. Students will get to further experience London through visits to the Dickens Museum, British Library, and Southbank Centre. Earn 4 credits (ENG 380). General education credit will be offered for Humanities (H) and Diversity, Equity, Inclusion & Social Justice (D). Previous knowledge of the course content is not required.

Supporting International Bearcats: Cross-cultural Communication and Resources

Thursday, November 20, 2025 | 9:30-11:00am | Old Champlain Atrium (OH 133) |

Fall 2025 International Student and Scholar Services (ISSS) UCTD Workshop Series - for BU faculty and staff

This workshop will include a brief introduction to services offered by International Student and Scholar Services (ISSS) as well as challenges faced by international students.

Participants will learn more about:
- Strategies for effectively communicating across cultures
- Culture shock and reverse culture shock
- Approaches for working with international populations and encouraging global citizenship
- Opportunities for collaboration with ISSS
- Additional resources for staff and faculty

Coffee will be provided by the UUP DEI Committee at this workshop.

World Trivia and Snacks with ISSS and IEGI

Thursday, November 20, 2025 | 2:00-4:00pm | Korean Center, Old Champlain |

In celebration of International Education Week, come test your world trivia knowledge! All students are welcome to attend this event to compete. We will have a variety of international snacks to enjoy during the event! The team with the highest score will win prizes! See below for more information about GNG:

The 91社区 GNG aims to promote meaningful interactions between current students, develop intercultural communication skills, and strengthen community among students. The program also strives to be as inclusive as possible - all members of the 91社区 community are welcome to come to GNG events and there is no strict commitment. GNG is simply a series of casual, fun social events for globally minded Bearcats.

Using Interstride to Optimize Your Job and Internship Search 

Friday, November 21, 2025 | 11:00am-12:00pm | Zoom |

Fleishman Career Center and International Students and Scholar Services ( ISSS ) welcome you to join Interstride's live webinar where you'll learn how to best utilize Interstride's mobile and web applications during your job search process. This event will be virtual. To register go to this and use your BU email and input your institution as 91社区.