Global Engagement Office
School of Education

News and Events

International Education Week

November 17-21 is International Education Week, a nationwide initiative led by the U.S. Department of State and the U.S. Department of Education to promote the benefits of international education and exchange.

Celebrate the people, programs, and partnerships that bring a global perspective to the School of Education. In addition to the special events listed below, the Global Engagement Office will visit various buildings on campus to provide information on programming, awards, and faculty-led, short-term study abroad programs.

News and Events

The Global Engagement Office hosts and co-hosts events throughout the year. These events include informational sessions and cultural celebrations. We welcome student suggestions and involvement. Some campus-wide international events are included below:

  • Wednesday, October 22, 6:00-7:00pm CST | Working Without Fear: Strategies for International Students | Career Services and International Student Services are teaming up to bring you a 60-minute interactive workshop tailored specifically for UW-Madison international students, both undergraduate and graduate. | This is a virtual event. | Details and registration here.
  • Wednesday, November 12, 3:00-4:30pm CST | Worldly Wednesday: SoE Study Abroad | Come to learn about studying abroad and the School of Education’s faculty-led programs that will fit your schedule. | Room 159, Education Building.
  • Tuesday, November 18, 8:30-10:00am CST | SoE Global Gathering | Come together to celebrate community in the School of Education! | Room 198, Education Building | RSVP to come.
  • Wednesday, November 19, 12:00-1:00pm CST | Peace Corps Lunch & Learn Information Session | Join our campus Peace Corps representative to learn more about the Peace Corps. Bring your own lunch. | Room 245, Education Building.

As future global programs and events are scheduled, we will post them here. Keep checking!

The Global Engagement Office hosts programming specifically for students in the School of Education. We also encourage you to engage in international programming campus-wide. You can find opportunities to do this through the many programs and events offered by the Global Engagement Team of International Student Services. Get involved!