UH INTERNATIONAL EDUCATION WEEK ACTIVITIES International Education Week Fair Tuesday, Nov. 15 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. University Center, Arbor Reception for J-1 Scholars Wednesday, Nov. 16 3 – 5 p.m. Barron's Restaurant, Hilton University of Houston Hotel Job Search for International Students Thursday, Nov. 17 2 – 4 p.m., University Center, Mediterranean Room

Educational institutions across the nation will observe International Education Week Nov. 14 through 18. UH officials have scheduled a variety of events for faculty, staff and students.

“This special week is a great occasion to focus on the rich representation of cultures and opportunities available in international education at the University of Houston. We have 2,738 international students and 197 J-1 (a Visa category) research scholars representing 133 countries at UH,” said Anita Gaines, director of the Office of International Student and Scholar Services.

International Education Week is an initiative of the U.S. Department of State and the U.S. Department of Education to promote programs that prepare Americans for a global environment and attract future leaders from abroad to study, learn and exchange experiences in the United States.

A photo contest, an education fair, study-abroad presentations and a job seminar for international students are just some of the campus activities planned for International Education Week.

Sponsors are the offices of international admissions, international student and scholar services, international studies and programs, the Language and Culture Center, University Career Services, the Council of Ethnic Organizations and the Delta Iota Chapter of Phi Beta Delta.

Francine Parker
fparker@central.uh.edu