Friday, November 11 | Fall Semester 2022 |
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Miami University observes International Education Week annually with a wide range of activities and events that draw attention to the value of international education and provide students, faculty, and staff the opportunity for global engagement on our campus.
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International Education Week (IEW) Highlights, November 11-18!
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TODAY, Nov. 11 from 4 - 5 p.m. in McGuffey 322 | International Education Week Awards Ceremony
Join us in recognizing the winners of the Writing, Photo, and Digital Storytelling student contests, as well as the winner of the John E. Dolibois Faculty Award for Innovation in Global Programming and celebrating the beginning of International Education Week!
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Monday, Nov. 14: Mental Health and Breaking Bread
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4 - 5 p.m. in the International Student Center (MacMillan 017) | Join therapy dogs Mary and Okie for some hugs and pets. Student Counseling staff will be there to provide info about mental health and self-care. There will also be space to write a positive message to another student and receive one yourself.
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5 - 7 p.m. in the lower level lounge of MacMillan Hall for Breaking Bread | Come "break bread" with the Miami community. There will be a variety of breads from all over the world that participants are welcome to sample.
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Tuesday, Nov. 15: Global Crafts and Study Abroad/Away Showcase
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1 - 2 p.m. in King Library (3rd floor) for Global Crafts| Engage your global spirit with Makerspace activities and crafts: Virtual Reality • Map Buttons • Laser-cut flags
- 5 - 6:30 p.m. in MacMillan Hall, 212, for Study Abroad Showcase | Come learn about studying abroad or away for spring break or summer program options directly from the faculty leading them! There will be free food and swag for all attendees.
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Thursday, Nov. 17 from 5:30 - 7 p.m.: Global Friendship Thanksgiving Dinner
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Step Afrika! A show that blends the percussive dance styles practiced by historically African-American fraternities and sororities, traditional African dances, and contemporary dance in songs, storytelling, and humor.
TODAY, 7:30 p.m. in Hall Auditorium | Purchase Tickets via Performing Arts Series
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Support our community and help in fight against hunger through Oxford Empty Bowls.
Saturday, November 12 from 11 am - 2 pm at the Community Arts Center | Oxford Empty Bowls
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Chuseok Celebration
Saturday, November 12 from 5 - 9pm in the Armstrong Pavilion, celebrate this Korean harvest festival with the Korean American Students Association. There will be educational booths, performances and food.
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Thanksgiving Break Reminders
From November 23 to November 27, there will be no classes and most university services will be closed or have shorter hours. Check the specific Miami facilities and services websites for schedule details. Please note the following:
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Residence halls will close at 12pm on Wednesday, November 23 and will re-open at 9am on Sunday, November 27. Many students choose to leave campus during Thanksgiving Break, but students may still request to stay on-campus through their Online Housing Account. Please see the Campus Services website for more details and cost of University Break Housing.
- If you plan on traveling outside of Oxford, Hamilton, or Middletown during Thanksgiving
Break, arrange accordingly for your residence hall or off-campus residence (turn off electronics, secure doors and windows, arrange pet care, etc.).
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If traveling outside the U.S., request a travel signature.
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Take Advantage of Campus Drop-in Hours for Support
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Reminder that International Student and Scholar Services (ISSS) holds drop in hours for your questions related to international student status or other considerations for studying in the U.S.
ISSS Drop-ins | Monday - Thursday from 1:30 - 3 p.m.
- ISSS in-person location: International Student Center, MacMillan Hall, room 017
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ISSS online drop-in link: via Zoom
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Additionally, most other campus offices have times during the week or other procedures for making an appointment. Check the the relevant MiamiOH webpage for details. If you are unable or unsure who to connect with or how to connect with a person or office at Miami, then come to ISSS drop-ins.
The International Student Center (MacMillan 017) also regularly offers the following support resources:
We also encourage you to take advantage of your professors' office hours for any issues related to coursework and as a way to support your academic success.
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| Apply to be an iPOL for Fall 2023
ISSS is looking for iPOLS to shape a positivie orientation experience for new international students arriving in Fall 2023!
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During your orientation, you had International Peer Orientation Leaders (iPOLs) who welcomed you to Miami and supported your arrival and transition to campus life and living in the U.S.
All domestic, international, undergraduate and graduate students who want to make an impact on new international students and support an inclusive global community are invited to read more about becoming an iPOL.
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