International Activities
International Education Week
CSU, Chico celebrates International Education every fall and spring with special events on campus. The highlight of the Fall International Education Week is an International Film Festival. The Spring International Education Week festivities include films, lectures, a study abroad fair, and arts events.
"The Stereotyped American"
Monday April 28 12-1pm, BMU 303
Presented by Tasha Dev, Study Abroad Coordinator
What do people in other countries really think about Americans and U.S. culture? What are the commonly held stereotypes? Are these stereotypes valid or fair? Who creates and perpetuates any misconceptions there may be about our culture overseas? A student panel of international exchange students in Chico, as well as U.S. students who have studied abroad recently, will discuss these issues. The forum will be moderated by Tasha Dev, Study Abroad Coordinator.
"Indian Cooking Lesson"
Mon. April 28 5-7pm, THMA 118
Presented by Katherine Puteney, International Student
Advisor
Indian cuisine is world-renowned for its savory spices. Join us to learn the basic skills of Indian cooking. Monday, April 28, 5-7pm, Tehama 118.
"Financing Your International Experience"
Tues. April 29 12-1pm, BMU 303
Presented by the Financial Aid Office
Thinking about studying abroad but you're not sure how you're going to pay for it? Financial Aid can help pay some, and sometimes all the costs associated with your studies abroad. Come to the BMU, room 210 on Tuesday, April 29th at 12:00. Casey Dinsmore from the Financial Aid Office will be talking about how to apply and what kind of money is available. Find out about grants and loans. Financial aid can be very confusing so this is a great opportunity to get your questions answered!
"A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to…"
Tues. April 29 6:00-7:30, THMA 106
Presented by The Campus Wellness Center
Most of us in our travels have experienced a "cultural misunderstanding", those times that we are behaving in a way that may be appropriate to our own particular culture, but not to other places in the world. Please join us as students share their often amusing stories of cultural difference and what can be learned as a result of their experiences.
"Sikh Experience in the U.S.: More Than What You Think"
Wed. April 30 12-1pm, BMU 210
Presented by Conversations on Diversity
Top
"UNITE– Taste Test Your Travels and Dreams Dinner"
Wed. April 30 7-9pm, Trinity Hall on Campus
Presented by UNITE
Interested in travel, studying abroad, other cultures, internationalization, or just like eating good food? Then come join us on Wednesday April 30th!
We will be serving a variety of international dishes and you will get the chance to mingle with some like-minded people. We welcome anyone who has studied abroad, is interested in studying abroad, international students studying here, and anyone else in the community who is interested in travel and all things international.
"Internationalizing Your Resume"
Thurs. May 1 12-1pm, BMU 303
Presented by the Career Center
"Middle-Eastern in the United States"
Thurs. May 1 6:00-8:00, THMA 106
Presented by Pan Arab Student Union
In this lively stand-up comedy presentation, hear some of the humorous anecdotes of life in the United States post-September-11 for people of Middle Eastern descent. Hear from Chico students and community members about their own experiences, funny, frustrating, or just confusing, and the need for connections across cultures.
"Women Around the World"
Fri. May 2 12-1pm, BMU 303
Presented by Katherine Punteney, International Student
Advisor
Meet women from around the world in a panel discussion on gender roles and the cultural expectations which women conform to, negotiate, or reject.
"A Night With Harry Potter"
Fri. May 2 5-8pm, Ayres 106
Presented by The British Council and The Harry Potter
Club
Gather your wands, put on your robes, and get excited to travel the globe! The British Council and Harry Potter Club present a brilliant night of wizardry, cheer, and fanciful flight! Treats will be present and nice cuppas of tea; we will provide all this for thee! Learn about UK culture, test your Harry Potter knowledge, and get ready for UK college! There will be prizes for all you wizards at heart, but the best Potter costume will earn a true piece of art!
Fly your brooms down to Ayres, Room 106 from 5-8pm. Trivia Quiz on Harry Potter and British Culture Extravagant Treats Exclusive showing of Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix at approximately 6pm! Let's have some fun!