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IEW linkINTERNATIONAL EDUCATION WEEK
November 16-20, 2009

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Western Kentucky University proudly presents International Education Week on November 16 th through 20 th by sponsoring a variety of events, such as performances, panels and presentations, the World Fair, international movie nights, photo exhibitions, and much more! All events are free and open to the public.

IEW provides opportunities to explore the world and our community while learning about the possibilities that arise from being part of a global society. Test your knowledge of world affairs. Participate in a world drum circle. Taste unique foods from around the world. Watch international movies. Learn about the Bosnian community in Bowling Green, the countries of origin of WKU international students, and study abroad opportunities. Plus, take a stab at running the world by participating in the o.s. Earth Global Simulation game.

International Education Week is a joint initiative of the U.S. Department of State and the U.S. Department of Education as a way of celebrating the benefits of international education and study abroad. The goal is to promote programs that prepare Americans for global experiences and attract international student to learn in the United States. According to Open Doors, 223,534 U.S. students studied abroad in 2005/06 and 582,984 international students from over 200 countries studied in the U.S. in 2006/07.

For more information email OIP.

Contact: Nadia De Leon, or call 270-745-4857

 

 

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