International Education Month

International Education Month

November is International Education Month (IEM)! At SF State, IEM is hosted and sponsored by the Office of International Programs, Division of International Education within Student Affairs & Enrollment Management. It is also celebrated throughout the entire month of November. IEM is an expansion of International Education Week (IEW) is a joint initiative of the U.S. Department of Education and the U.S. Department of State. Inaugurated by President Bill Clinton in 2000, IEW celebrates the importance and benefits of international education in the U.S. and around the world. Today, IEW is celebrated in more than 100 countries worldwide

 

Your presence in the IEM sessions means a lot to us and we wanted to extend an opportunity for you to gain an entry into a drawing to win a mystery prize bag by completing a Exit Survey Form at the end of each eligible sessions marked with an asterisk (*). Try to join as many sessions as you can!

The ONE weekly lucky winner will be selected and notified on November 9th and November 17th. Winners will be posted on the @sfstateabroad Instagram. If you are a lucky winner, you will be emailed by a staff/personnel from the Division of International Education to pick it up at our office located right next to the U.S Bank at Village C. 

To request disability accommodation for any International Education Week event or session, please contact the Office of International Programs at (415) 338-1293 or oip@sfsu.edu at least one week prior to an event.

Calendar of Events

Wednesday, November 1

  • SF State Abroad STAR Programs (Asia Edition): An Alumni Panel*

    • Join us in opening International Education Month, this November 2023 with our first Study Abroad Alumni Panel! Engage, Interact and learn from our Global SF State Gators who embarked on their study abroad journeys in our most popular/star programs in Japan, South Korea and Thailand. Take advantage of this moment to ask about their experiences, what they loved about their programs, how they transformed and grew from their experiences, and engage with your peers in taking the next steps to planning/applying for study abroad. Our study abroad panelists and the SF State Outbound Exchange Team are excited to host this panel session for you all.

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SF State Abroad Alumni: STAR Programs (Asia Edition)

Thursday, November 2

  • SF State Abroad STAR Programs (UK Edition): An Alumni Panel*

    • Join us in opening International Education Month, this November 2023 with our first Study Abroad Alumni Panel! Engage, Interact and learn from our Global SF State Gators who embarked on their study abroad journeys in our most popular/star programs in the UK, which is at the University of Birmingham. Take advantage of this moment to ask about their experiences, what they loved about their programs, how they transformed and grew from their experiences, and engage with your peers in taking the next steps to planning/applying for study abroad. Our study abroad panelists and the SF State Outbound Exchange Team are excited to host this panel session for you all.

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SF State Abroad Alumni Panel: STAR Programs (UK Edition)

Thursday, November 2

  • Careers that Expand Your Worldview: Internships, Fellowships, and Working Abroad with the U.S. Department of State*

    • The U.S. Department of State represents U.S. interests around the world. The Department’s employees, with their skills, character, and commitment to public service, are the backbone of America’s diplomacy. Diplomat in Residence for the Northwest Ryan M. Gliha will talk with students about careers in the Foreign Service and about the U.S. Department of State’s internship and fellowship programs. He will provide information on how you can apply for these different opportunities and join this dynamic team in a wide variety of student and career positions. A 19-year veteran of the U.S. Foreign Service, Ryan Gliha has been the Diplomat in Residence for the Northwest since August 2021. He most recently served overseas as U.S. Representative to the Organization of Islamic Cooperation and the Principal Officer (Consul General) of the U.S. Consulate General in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia.
    • Time: 11 a.m. - Noon
    • RSVP here for the Zoom link
    • Target Audience: U.S. citizens.

Friday, November 3

  • Academic Training for J-1 Exchange Students*

    • Learn how to qualify and apply for Academic Training, a professional development opportunity that allows students studying on J-1 visas at SF State to participate in off-campus employment and internships.
    • Time: 1 p.m. - 2 p.m.
    • RSVP here for the Zoom link
    • Target Audience: International students in J-1 visa status

Monday, November 6

  • International Student Job Search*

    • Finding an internship as an international student is hard! Join our panel to learn about strategies and pathways for making the most of your internship search!
    • Time: 4 p.m. - 5 p.m.
    • RSVP here for the Zoom link
    • Target Audience: International Students.

Tuesday, November 7

  • SF State Abroad Alumni: Where are they now?*

    • How might study abroad help you professionally, academically, and/or personally? Join this session to learn from previous SF State students who studied abroad and are now working in their professional careers. They will share how study abroad helped them and the impact the experience had on them. 

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SF State Abroad Alumni: Where Are They Now?

Wednesday, November 8

  • Follow us on Instagram @SFStateAbroad and Tiktok @gosfstateabroad.

Thursday, November 9

  • Feasts at City Eats

    • Join us in celebrating international cuisine with Paella at City Eats
    • Time: 11 a.m. - 2 p.m.
    • Location: SF State Dining Center, City Eats
    • Target Audience: All students (domestic and international)

Friday, November 10

  • Veterans Day!

    • Campus closed.

Monday, November 13

  • Follow us on Instagram @SFStateAbroad and Tiktok @gosfstateabroad.

Tuesday, November 14

  • H-1B Work Visa and U.S. Permanent Residency Workshop with James Mayock*

    • Are you interested in obtaining an H-1B Work Visa or U.S. Permanent Residency? Attend the H-1B Work Visa and U.S. Permanent Residency Workshops hosted by two employment immigration lawyers to learn more information about current trends. You are encouraged to attend both sessions for different perspectives.
    • Time: 12 p.m. - 1:00 p.m.
    • RSVP here for the Zoom link
    • Target Audience: International students

  • The International Student Journey with CPaGE

    • “The International Student Journey” -  The Center for Global Engagement will host a panel discussion called “The International Student Journey” with international alumni from SF State’s English for Academic Preparation program and Academic Certificate programs.  Attendees will hear unique student stories and valuable advice on reaching academic and professional goals.  Center for Global Engagement program alumni will share insights from their academic and professional journeys focusing on navigating transitions from English language study to university certificate and degree programs to career.  The session will be interactive with ample opportunity for Q&A.
    • Time: 4 pm – 5 pm
    • Hybrid Event:
      • Attendees may attend in person in BUS 219 or online. Please RSVP here for Zoom Link 
    • Target Audience: Current and Prospective International Students

Wednesday, November 15

  • Follow us on Instagram @SFStateAbroad and Tiktok @gosfstateabroad.

Thursday, November 16

  • Follow us on Instagram @SFStateAbroad and Tiktok @gosfstateabroad.

Friday, November 17

  • SF State Abroad: Budgeting for Life & Overseas Travel*

    • Considering studying abroad, but have questions about how it is financially possible? SF State students who studied abroad share their advice on how they made it financially affordable to not only live but travel abroad. Learn their tips and tricks!
    • Time: 10 a.m. - 11 a.m.
    • RSVP here for the Zoom link
    • Target Audience: All students (domestic and international)

  • Feasts at City Eats

    • Join us in celebrating international cuisine with dduckbokki (spicy Korean dish made with rice cake and gochujang-red pepper paste) at City Eats
    • Time: 11 a.m. - 2 p.m.
    • Location: SF State Dining Center, City Eats
    • Target Audience: All students (domestic and international)
SF State Abroad Alumni: STAR Programs (Asia Edition)
SF State Abroad Alumni: STAR Programs (UK Edition)
SF State Abroad Alumni: Where Are They Now?

Monday, November 20

  • No Events Scheduled

    • Enjoy your break!

Tuesday, November 21

  • No Events Scheduled

    • Enjoy your break!

Wednesday, November 22

  • No Events Scheduled

    • Enjoy your break!

Thursday, November 23

  • Thanksgiving Break

    • Campus Closed!

Friday, November 24

  • Thanksgiving Break

    • Campus Closed!

Monday, November 27

  • Follow us on Instagram @SFStateAbroad to see fun stories for International Education Month!

Tuesday, November 28

  • @sfstateabroad Instagram Takeover 

    • Check out our Instagram @sfstateabroad and tune into our study abroad alumni's content from their time abroad at Meiji University, Japan.

Wednesday, November 29

  • Follow us on Instagram @SFStateAbroad to see fun stories for International Education Month!

Thursday, November 30

  • Fulbright Scholar Information Session

    • The Fulbright Scholar Program offers funding for international teaching and research opportunities for SF State faculty.  An Outreach & Recruitment Officer from Fulbright will share an overview of the program, discuss award opportunities, review the application and selection process, and answer any questions faculty may have.  This event will be in-person. 
    • Time: 10 am- 11 am
    • Location: HUM121
    • Target Audience: Faculty

Friday, December 1

  • SF State Abroad Ceremony

    • Celebrate SF State students who will be going abroad Spring 2024! Join us to recognize them and some cookies.
    • Time: 3 p.m. - 5 p.m.
    • Location: Student Life Event Center, Annex
    • Target Audience: All students (domestic and international), staff, and faculty

About IEM

Since its inception in 2000, International Education Month (IEM) has helped to showcase international education and foster inter-cultural understanding at San Francisco State University and beyond.  IEM's focus has always been to promote awareness and understanding of our world’s diverse cultures both abroad, as well as within our own campus community. We hope that this year’s exciting events will provide you with a wealth of fun and interesting opportunities to experience the many cultures that are part of the SF State community through food, music, dance, lectures and more.

IEM's mission is still particularly relevant. Now more than ever, we should come together and celebrate the importance of international education and the global ties shared by SF State students, staff, and alumni around the world.

We encourage members of the San Francisco State University community to participate in our virtual and in-person events.

Learn more about International Education Week/Month at: http://iew.state.gov/ 

Spring International Student Orientation