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International Education Week (IEW) Festival

As part of our commitment to celebrating diversity and fostering cross-cultural understanding, Global Engagement is thrilled to invite you to our second International Education Week (IEW) Festival at Santa Clara University. This vibrant and immersive event is a melting pot of creativity, culinary delights, and hands-on experiences that showcase the richness of cultures from around the world. The IEW Festival is a testament to our commitment to building bridges between cultures, celebrating our differences, and cherishing our shared humanity. Join us on this extraordinary journey as we come together to explore the rich tapestry of our global community.


International Student Job Search Strategies and Create Your Elevator Pitch!

  • Date: Monday, November 13, 2023
  • Time: 12 pm - 2 pm
  • Location: California Mission Room
  • Host: Myriam Bartz, Assistant Director, Career Development - Graduate Students and Alumni
  • Department: Career Center
  • RSVP through our event calendar

🚀Dive into a transformative event where SCU students discover the keys to job search success. Learn international job search strategies, tailor your techniques for success, and master the art of crafting an impressive elevator pitch. Join us in fostering global talent and promoting career readiness across our campus community!


POSTPONED: Annual State of Global Engagement 

  • Date: TBD
  • Time: 12 pm - 1 pm
  • Location: Williman Room

Join the Associate Provost for International Programs, Susan Popko, Director of Study Abroad, Sara Branley, and Director of International Students and Scholars, Melissa Heid, to learn more about global trends in higher education and current directions at Santa Clara University. Lunch will be provided for those who register. 


Culture Performance

Join us for an extraordinary celebration of diversity and talent as we present the International Education Week Cultural Performance at Santa Clara University at the Music Recital Hall. This captivating event is a unique opportunity for students, staff and faculty from various cultural backgrounds to showcase their exceptional skills and artistic expressions to the entire campus community. Don't miss this opportunity to experience the world in one mesmerizing showcase of talent and culture! Attendance is open to all members of the campus community. Whether you're an artist, a culture enthusiast, or simply curious to explore the world's diversity, mark your calendars and join us for an unforgettable evening of cultural unity. Culture Performance Program


Benjamin A. Gilman Scholarship Presentation

Join Global Engagement's Study Abroad Advisor, Natasha (Nat) Civ and former Gilman recipients from Santa Clara to learn more and submit your strongest application possible! The U.S. Department of State’s Benjamin A. Gilman International Scholarship Program enables students of limited financial means to study or intern abroad, providing them with skills critical to our national security and economic prosperity. To be eligible for the Gilman Program, applicants must be receiving a Federal Pell Grant during the time of application or provide proof that they will be receiving a Pell Grant during the term of their program.


International Students & Scholars Travel Signature Party

🌟 Get ready to groove and ensure your hassle-free travels! Join us at the Aloysius Varsi Hall on November 16 from 10am to 12pm for our Travel Signature Party. Meet our friendly International Student Advisors from the Global Engagement team, who will provide updated travel signatures while you enjoy a fun atmosphere with a dazzling disco ball. Don't miss this chance to prepare for your international adventures and connect with fellow students! 🌍💃