International Education Week Events to be Held at UA
November 10, 2005 - Filed under: Events | Tagged: Education, International
TUSCALOOSA, Ala. — The Capstone International Center at The University of Alabama will be holding numerous events on campus during International Education Week Nov. 14-18.
International Education Week is a joint initiative of the U.S. Departments of State and Education to celebrate the benefits of international education and exchange worldwide. The goal is to promote programs that prepare Americans for a global environment and attract future leaders from abroad to study, learn and exchange experiences in the U.S.
This year’s celebration at UA will feature a wide range of events including on Tuesday, Nov. 15, a mini study abroad fair from 10 a.m.-3 p.m. in the Ferguson Center and a Japanese dance class from 1-5 p.m. in 121 B.B. Comer Hall, and on Thursday, Nov. 17, an Indian cuisine cooking class at 6 p.m. in 245 B.B. Comer Hall (advance registration required for dance and cooking classes). For a complete schedule of events go to http://www.international.ua.edu/iew2005.htm.
The Capstone International Center initiates, promotes and supports the University’s international efforts on campus as well as throughout the state and the world. The CIC supports students, faculty and staff in global outreach, teaching and research.
For more information on International Education Week at UA, contact Jackie Maye, 205/348-5256.
The University of Alabama, a student-centered research university, is experiencing significant growth in both enrollment and academic quality. This growth, which is positively impacting the campus and the state's economy, is in keeping with UA's vision to be the university of choice for the best and brightest students. UA, the state's flagship university, is an academic community united in its commitment to enhancing the quality of life for all Alabamians.
CONTACT: Beth Stephenson or Linda Hill, UA Media Relations, 205/348-8325, lhill@ur.ua.edu