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Celebrating International Education Week

Posted by International Centre on November 25, 2013 in Community Highlights

It's International Education Week in Canada, and Dalhousie is marking the occasion with a series of events all week long on campus.

IEW "showcases the significant contribution that international education makes to our social, economic, and cultural well-being and supports Canada’s ongoing efforts to engage on the international stage."

Visit the International Centre's website for more information, and check out the full schedule below:

ALL WEEK
• Photo Exhibition: Canada’s Engagement with the World
7:30a.m. to 11:00p.m., Student Union Building, Wall of Nostalgia, 2nd Floor
Photos from students will be displayed on the Wall of Nostalgia in the SUB all week. Come check out a wide range of beautiful photos with an international theme!

MONDAY, NOVEMBER 25
• Kick Off Day!
11:00a.m. to 1:00p.m., Studley Campus Student Union Building Lobby, Carlton Campus Tupper Link Hallway, Sexton Campus B-Building Lounge
Drop by to answer international themed trivia questions for your chance to win cool prizes, find out more about the events of International Education Week, sign-up for the Immigrating to Canada Information Session, or simply pick up a treat!

TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 26
•  Immigrating to Canada Information Session, presented by Cox & Palmer
2:30p.m. to 4:00p.m., Weldon Law Building, Room 104
The immigration law firm Cox & Palmer will present options for immigration to Canada.
• Shine A Light hosted by World University Service of Canada (WUSC)
5:00p.m. to 6:00p.m., in front of the Architecture & Planning building H (Sexton Campus) on Spring garden across the public library
Help WUSC Dalhousie Shine a light on the plight of refugee girls in Kenya and Malawi.

WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 27
International Airport Terminal
11:00a.m to 2:00p.m., Student Union Building Lobby
Drop by this international fair to celebrate cultural diversity and explore displays, interactive stations, workshops, music, and more! Hosted by the Dalhousie Student Union.
 
 THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 28
International Opportunities Fair
10:00a.m. to 2:00p.m., Student Union Building Lobby
One-stop information fair for students to learn about various exciting international opportunities.

FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 29
International Education Week Gala Dinner
5:30p.m., Student Union Building, McInnes Room
A Gala Dinner to celebrate International Education Week with live performances. Tickets available at the International Centre, 1321 Edward Street, 2nd Floor.
Cost: FREE for Dal students / General Admission $10.
For more information: international.centre@dal.ca