World Fusion: A New Era of Global Identity
September 28 - October 3, 2009
International Week aims to expand the awareness of and interest in global learning opportunities by celebrating the intercultural diversity of campus life. This annual event also promotes collaboration of various divisions and departments as well as student groups on campus and strengthens the University of Pittsburgh as a center for international education.
International Week provides a variety of activities that support and complement the academic and public service missions of the University. We chose this year’s theme of World Fusion: A New Era of Global Identity to reflect current issues in the world. Also we wanted a theme that would incorporate other departments in the University that traditionally may not have been involved. Each day has been selected to reflect different global issues such as global economy, global security, global health, global education, and international law. In addition each day showcases the wide variety of cultural events that the University of Pittsburgh has to offer.
Pitt Around the Planet Photo Contest
Each Fall Semester, the Study Abroad Office runs its annual photo contest to showcase the travels and experiences of recent study abroad participants. The 2009 competition promises to be the largest ever, with photos from all over the world. Submitted photos will be displayed in the Kimbo Gallery from September 28- October 3. All who view the photos in the Kimbo Gallery are encouraged to vote for their favorite photo. View submission rules and guidelines at the Study Abroad Web site to find out how you can get involved.
Calendar of Events
International Week Sponsors
Global Studies Program, University Center for International Studies (www.ucis.pitt.edu/global)
Office of Cross-Cultural and Leadership Development, Student Affairs (www.o3cl.pitt.edu)
E-mail the International Week Coordinating Committee at intlweek@pitt.edu.
Disclaimer: International Week at the University of Pittsburgh is a collaborative undertaking which coordinates numerous and diverse events sponsored by Pitt departments and offices, as well as by student and community organizations. Expressions of different viewpoints are encouraged. However, all International Week eventsare the responsibility of their respective organizers. Inclusion of an event as part of International Week does not imply any endorsement of the event’s content by theInternational Week organizing committee, the Office of International Services, the University Center for International Studies, the University of Pittsburgh, or any of the International Week co-sponsors.