
Be Part of International Education Week (IEW)!
International Education Week (IEW) takes place November 14–18, 2022. It is an 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 an effort to promote programs that prepare citizens for a global environment and attract future leaders from abroad to study, learn, and exchange experiences.
International Affairs has compiled a robust schedule of events that will take place virtually and that are open to our entire campus community to highlight San Diego State's engagement in International Education. Take a look at the schedule below for summaries and more information on each program offered.
For questions, please contact Ricky Paniagua at [email protected].
9:00am – 5:30 pm
RE:BORDER Conference Day 1: San Diego
RE:BORDER 2022 is the fourth annual conference that explores key regional issues and innovative solutions. This year’s theme is "Innovation & Sustainability." The conference aims to foster and facilitate transborder diplomacy, cross-disciplinary relationships, and binational collaboration/cooperation by increasing understanding about the assets as well as the pressing challenges facing our transborder region through the sharing of stories, knowledge, research, and experiences of scholars, professionals, politicians, artists, students and community members who comprise our transborder region. This conference is FREE of charge to all participants.
11:30am – 12:00pm
International Flag Parade
Start: Top of P12 Parking Structure
Ends: Student Union Courtyard
To participate, Register Here.
Kick-off International Education Week and participate in the international flag parade. Led by a musical percussion group, wave an international flag while walking a short route that ends at Student Union Courtyard.
12:00pm – 12:30pm
Opening Ceremony & Photo Showcase
Location: Student Union Courtyard
Photo Showcase Theme: Global Transformation - How has the pandemic and other global events transformed your world?
Submission Deadline: Nov 6, 2022
Submit your photo at this link by November 6, 2022:
Questions? Email Laura Ribitzky at [email protected]
Join International Affairs at the International Education Week opening ceremony. Opening remarks will be made by Associate Vice President of International Affairs Dr. Cristina Alfaro. Then observe the work of the campus submissions from the International Photo Showcase.
12:30pm – 2:00pm
Transborder Lunch & Learn Program
Location: Faculty Staff Club
Eligibility: All faculty interested in learning about Transborder initiatives and collaborations
Deadline to register: Nov. 7, 2022
Lunch will be provided at the Faculty Staff Club. Limited spots available. Please
register here.
SDSU faculty members are invited to learn about Transborder initiatives and collaborations with International Affairs!
9:00am – 4:30pm
RE:BORDER Conference Day 2: Tijuana
Student Leadership Symposium Day 1
Register Here by November 1st
RE:BORDER 2022 is the fourth annual conference that explores key regional issues and innovative solutions. This year’s theme is "Innovation & Sustainability." The conference aims to foster and facilitate transborder diplomacy, cross-disciplinary relationships, and binational collaboration/cooperation by increasing understanding about the assets as well as the pressing challenges facing our transborder region through the sharing of stories, knowledge, research, and experiences of scholars, professionals, politicians, artists, students and community members who comprise our transborder region. This conference is FREE of charge to all participants.
The ignagural RE:BORDER Student Leadership Symposium is an extention of the annual RE:BORDER Binational Conference taking place November 14–16. The symposium was made possible through the sponsorship of the Student Scucess Fee Award. On November 15th, students will travel to Universidad Autónoma de Baja California (UABC) to engage in a binational dialogue with their Mexican student peers to discuss and learn about each other's transfronterizo/a student experience (funding for passport and transportation made available by SSF).
10:00am – 10:45 am
ISEP PSFA info-session
Location: International Student Center
This will be a good opportunity for PSFA students to see what ISEP has to offer.
11:00am – 12:00pm
College of Sciences Kick Off
Location: Hepner Hall 128
During this kick off, there will be a panel of students who will share their global education experience. There will be chance to meet international program representatives, this could be the start of your own international experience.
ZOOM Info- Session CHHS Summer 2023 Programs: Therapy Abroad and Child Family Health International
An opportunity for CHHS students to hear about the Therapy Abroad and Child Family Health International programs.
2:00pm – 2:45pm
ZOOM CHHS focused ISEP info-session
This will be a good opportunity for CHHS students to see what ISEP has to offer them.
3:00pm – 4:00pm
Job Search Strategies & Employment Authorization Workshop for F-1 Students
Location: Career Services Room 1208
Register here.
Attention, International F-1 Students! Do you want to collect helpful resources and information about job searching strategies and related immigration policies? Please join us on November 15 for this in-person workshop. This is a joint event from Career Services and the International Student Center, designed to help international F-1 students in their job search strategies and processes. Topics discussed include job search strategies, processes/immigration regulations for employment authorization, identifying resources, and tangible applications to help start, continue, or feel confident in your search.
3:30pm – 5:30pm
International Internship Mixer
Location: International Student Center Lounge
Connect with SDSU's approved organizations as you explore and research your international internship opportunities. Chat with alumni to learn more about their experience. Get tips from scholarship recipients to help make your applications stronger!
9:00am – 4:30pm
RE:BORDER 2022 Conference Day 3: Mexicali
Student Leadership Symposium Day 2
Register Here by November 1st
RE:BORDER 2022 is the fourth annual conference that explores key regional issues and
innovative solutions. This year’s theme is "Innovation & Sustainability." The conference
aims to foster and facilitate transborder diplomacy, cross-disciplinary relationships,
and binational collaboration/cooperation by increasing understanding about the assets
as well as the pressing challenges facing our transborder region through the sharing
of stories, knowledge, research, and experiences of scholars, professionals, politicians,
artists, students and community members who comprise our transborder region. This
conference is FREE of charge to all participants.
The ignagural RE:BORDER Student Leadership Symposium is an extention of the annual RE:BORDER Binational Conference taking place November 14–16. The symposium was made possible through the sponsorship of the Student Scucess Fee Award. On November 16th, students will participate in a storytelling and leadership workshop with National bestselling author Annette Simmons, author of The Story Factor and Drinking from a Different Well: How Women's Stories Change What Power Means In Action. Ms. Simmons teaches how one can amplify our voice and use stories to help broaden others' perspective and understanding.
10:00am – 10:45am
ISEP Student Info-Session or For New Applicants
Location: LL 430
This will be a good opportunity for all students to see what ISEP has to offer them.
10:00am – 12:00pm
Special PSFA/ Education Drop-by advising
Location: GEO
This is an added drop-by time for PSFA & COE students to meet one-on-one with Giancarlo.
11:00am –12:00pm
ISEP Acepted Student Session - Pedeparture Orientation Info-Session & Meet and Greet
Location: LL 430
This is a pre-departure orientation for students already committed to ISEP programs
3:00pm – 4:00pm
Swedish Fika Coffee Hour
Location: AL 110
Join DIS staff for Swedish Fika Coffee Hour to learn more about DIS! This is a great opportunity to learn more about studying abroad in Scandinavia, discuss the application process and scholarship opportunities, and ask any questions you may have.
3:00pm – 4:00pm
Mundt Peace Fellowships Info Session
Location: Student Services East Room 1401 or Zoom
Students can attend the info session either in-person or via the Zoom link.
Join Leti Jacques, International Fellowships & Internships Advisor, and William Twayigize, Curriculum Internationalization Specialist, to learn more the Mundt Peace Scholarship is an internship in South Africa that is a competitive and fully funded, an 8-week program that provides students with an international internship in Cape Town, South Africa.
Between 7 - 8 selected students for the Summer 2023 internship program may choose from a variety of internship placement options that cover a range of career disciplines while having to partake in several organized weekend excursions and activities to gain a deeper understanding of the South Africa's diverse culture, and recent history.
11:00am – 2:00pm
International Peace Village
Location: Student Union Courtyard
To participate in tabling, or performance, Register Here
Part of International Education Week, International Peace Village is the annual fall celebration of international cultures. It features cultural displays, music, songs, dances, and performances from all over the world. View a video example of the International Peace Village at this link.
12:00pm – 1:30pm
PSFA International Studies Minor Workshop
Location: International Student Center Lounge
Register here
Come join this session to learn more about the International Studies minor! Sign up using the sheet. There will be good information and pizza!
If you have any questions, please contact the head of the International Studies minor, Mei Zhong, by emailing [email protected].
1:00pm – 2:50pm
College of Engineering Global Education Info Session
Location: E302-E
This will be a good space for COEng students to get general questions answered and understand the first steps to a Global Education experience as an engineering student.
3:00pm – 4:00pm
Fowler College of Business- Global Education Info-Session
Location: Lamden Hall 419/ Hybrid
This will be a good space for Fowler students to get general questions answered and understand the first steps to a Global Education experience as a business student.
4:30pm – 6:30pm
Faculty Global Engagement Symposium and Awards Ceremony
Location: Montezuma Theater & Foyer
Register here
The Faculty Global Engagement Symposium recognizes impactful international research and innovative global education at San Diego State University. Receipts of the 2022 Outstanding Global Researcher and Outstanding Global Educator and competitively selected faculty members will present their work in TedTalk style (7–10 minutes). Please join us in celebrating outstanding faculty global engagement.
12:00pm – 1:30pm
International Student Center Cultural Coffee Hour: BRAZIL
Location: International Student Center
Spend some time with the SDSU International Community at the ISC! Enjoy a brief presentation on Brazilian culture, music, and food! This is the perfect space to meet new people, play some games, enjoy music, and more! This event is free of charge and no registration is required.
1:00pm – 4:00pm
Bon Voyage
Location: International Affairs Complex Front Patio, in front of Global Educaton Office
All Winter & Spring 2023 Global Education Program participants are invited to celebrate their acceptance to go abroad!