International Education Week (IEW) is an opportunity to celebrate the benefits of international education and exchange, and to develop a broader understanding of international cultures and languages worldwide. Sponsored by the U.S. Department of State’s Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs and the U.S. Department of Education, SSU’s participation in IEW is part of a national effort to prepare American students for a global environment, and attract future leaders from abroad to study, learn, and exchange experiences in the U.S. This event is observed across the U.S. and around the world each November (the week before Thanksgiving). All events are free and open to the SSU community.

Do you know French is the fifth most common non-English language spoken in U.S. households? Whether you are a member of a Francophone community, a language enthusiast, or simply curious about the rich diversity in the United States. Join to learn more about the presence of Francophone communities in the United States. Presented by Professor Elyse Petite.

International Education Week (IEW) is an opportunity to celebrate the benefits of international education and exchange, and to develop a broader understanding of international cultures and languages worldwide. Sponsored by the U.S. Department of State’s Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs and the U.S. Department of Education, SSU’s participation in IEW is part of a national effort to prepare American students for a global environment, and attract future leaders from abroad to study, learn, and exchange experiences in the U.S. This event is observed across the U.S. and around the world each November (the week before Thanksgiving). All events are free and open to the SSU community.

Global Perspectives in Dance (DANC 271) is intended to give the student a broader perspective of how dance reflects and shapes cultural values. This course looks at differences and commonalities in dance forms across the globe and examine why people dance, who dances, where, when and how they dance, audience/performer relationships, movement forms, and roles of dance in their culture. Join us to learn African Dance from a guest speaker, Philip Agyapong, who is a dance teacher

Join SSU's German exchange student for a conversation about sustainability in Germany.

International Education Week (IEW) is an opportunity to celebrate the benefits of international education and exchange, and to develop a broader understanding of international cultures and languages worldwide. Sponsored by the U.S. Department of State’s Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs and the U.S. Department of Education, SSU’s participation in IEW is part of a national effort to prepare American students for a global environment, and attract future leaders from abroad to study, learn, and exchange experiences in the U.S. This event is observed across the U.S. and around the world each November (the week before Thanksgiving). All events are free and open to the SSU community.

After the death of her father, Hannah watches her mother performing Orthodox Jewish mourning rituals. After her mother refuses to discuss why, Hannah goes to Germany to learn about her parents' past during World War II 

Come bring snacks, drinks, and friends to listen to German, improve your language skills, learn about German-speaking countries and cultures, or just to enjoy a movie for free! Everyone is welcome – regardless of your level of German. It will be screened in German with English subtitles. Wir freuen uns auf euch! – we look forward to meeting you.   All movies are connected to SSU’s German Program and to German language & culture classes. See this semester's film schedule attached.

Are you curious about study abroad? Want to spend a semester or year in another country or state? Stop by the Go Global! SSU Study Away Fair to learn more about program options and study away opportunities! Talk to representatives from the programs and hear from study away alumni! More information to come! There will also be yummy food, activities, and a book sale/swap! 
Join IEEC for a Book Fundraiser: Buy, Swap, or Donate books to support IEEC programming, events, and our Study Away Student Scholarship! All books will be sold for $1 only, and proceeds go towards supporting the club. Swapping and Donating comes at no cost to you! Ready to start clearing off your book shelf for the end of the semester? Donated books will go to Better World Books, an organization that provides books to communities in need around the world and in support of environmental programs. Better World Books is also the online destination for buying books offering the widest selection of used and new books. Better World Books betters the world, one book at a time. Help make a difference: Donate, Buy Books, Do Good. It’s that simple!

This event is a part of International Education Week.

International Education Week (IEW) is an opportunity to celebrate the benefits of international education and exchange, and to develop a broader understanding of international cultures and languages worldwide. Sponsored by the U.S. Department of State’s Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs and the U.S. Department of Education, SSU’s participation in IEW is part of a national effort to prepare American students for a global environment, and attract future leaders from abroad to study, learn, and exchange experiences in the U.S. This event is observed across the U.S. and around the world each November (the week before Thanksgiving). All events are free and open to the SSU community.

Join Germany Club in screening the global sensation, RuPaul’s Drag Race: Germany! Hallo, hallo, hallo: You heard right! We are thrilled to announce German queens on campus brought to you by RuPaul's Drag Race: German-style. Come, bring your nails, hair, hips, heels, friends, snacks and drinks for a fun night full of Königinnen des Drags (Queens of Drag) and German culture. The show will be streamed in its original language (German) but with English subtitles – 'cause reading is fundamental!

Join us for a live premiere of our IEW Kickoff Video! What is IEW? What international programs and services do we offer? What events are happening throughout the week? We will answer these and other questions! Join us this week for International Education Week (IEW) as we embark on a journey to explore the international education and how it impacts our students’ experiences. After the video premiere, we will jump into Language Bites where participants can get bite-sized introductions to various languages. Let's come together to celebrate the profound advantages of international education and exchange, while also fostering a deeper appreciation for diverse global cultures and languages.

“Parliamo un po’ in italiano e una visita fotografica a Torino, Italia or Let’s speak a little in Italian and a photographic visit to Turin, Italy. In this hour session, participants will practice simple Italian pronunciation and phrases, and then will have a photographic tour of Torino, with historical and cultural highlights. Presented by Cathy Balestrieri Burton, M.A. SRJC Associate Faculty, Cavaliere dell'Ordine della Stella di Solidarieta/Knight of the Order of the Star of Italian Solidarity”

Join SSU's Fulbright Foreign Language Teaching Assistant (FLTA) for a conversation about sexuality and sex education in Germany. Sonoma State University is the only CSU campus to regularly host an FLTA. This year, SSU is happy to host Nathan Gerdes from Germany.Sonoma State University is the only CSU to regularly host a Fulbright Language Teaching Assistant (FLTA). This year, SSU is happy to host Nathan Gerdes from Germany. This even is a part of International Education Week,

SSU's Fulbright Foreign Language Teaching Assistant Yasemin Schünemann discusses the German guest worker program from the 60s that majorly shaped Germany's society until now. The presentation gives insight into the historical and economic impacts on welcoming foreign workers who did not only help to build the German economy but who decided to stay in Germany, too. As first-hand impressions, two Turkish immigrants answer questions about their migration journey and the question of feeling at home.

Hosted by Grace Ballou, SRJC student from Cote d'Ivoire. Take a dance class with Grace Ballou! Look here for examples of her dance classes.

Hosted by Casandra Hillman, M.F.A, Dance Coordinator. Learn about different dance forms from across the world and their importance. And how they shaped dance forms here in America and in other cultures. Find out how dance ties the world together.

Want to learn more about traditional fashion from around the world? Some international students will be modeling their culture's clothes on the runway! Hosted from 12-1 P.M.. Students who are interested in participating in the Fashion Show can sign-up here.

Learn about all the amazing study away programs SSU has to offer!

Learn the answer from our German international students. They will be answering questions and discussing their experiences growing up in Germany. Hosted by Yasemin Schünemann, Fulbright Foreign Language Teaching Assistant at SSU, Gamze Can, CSU IP student and German Peer Language Facilitator at SSU, Lydia Bobb, international student and German Peer Language Facilitator at SSU. The presentation will run from 11-11:50am.

Interested in learning about different languages? Or talk with others in a language you're learning? Join us for this session (12-1pm) where you will be able to join Zoom breakout rooms based on certain languages. Bis dann! Hasta entonces! See you then! 

Join us on the first day of International Education Week from 12-1pm to watch an IEW promo video featuring SSU and SRJC students, faculty, and staff. You'll be able to learn more on the multiple programs offered.