International Education Week

Monday, November 16

EVENT: Rep Your Flag World Event
Join us for the opening celebration of International Education Week! This is your chance to represent your home country and celebrate your cultural and familial roots! Join us for an engaging event featuring cultural tables, opportunities to connect with peers and departments, music, lunch, and special guest speakers. Together, we’ll celebrate the diverse cultures and global community that make Montclair so rich and vibrant.  To get involved with this event, please fill out this form.
Department: Office of Global Engagement
Time: 2:00 - 4:00 PM
Place: Student Center, Ballrooms A&B

EVENT: Lantern Day Lantern Craft
In Germany, St. Martin’s Day (Martinstag) celebrated in November is an autumn festival that promotes community spirit. We will have guests create lanterns similar to the tradition in Germany. This will take place during one of our general body meetings for our club.
Department: German/Languages Department
Time: 2:00 - 3:30 PM
Place: University Hall 2032  

Tuesday, November 17

EVENT: East-West Dragons: Chinese Calligraphy-Cultural Discovery-Silk Dragon Dance
In the activity students will: learn the evolution of the “龍 dragon” character from ancient scripts to modern writing, compare East–West dragon traditions through stories, images, and discussion, practice Chinese calligraphy using brush, ink, and paper, create your own dragon artwork to take home and try a silk dragon dance for fun, teamwork, and celebration!
Department: Chinese program, WLC
Time and Place: 8:00 - 9:25 AM -- DKSN 276, 10:00 - 11:25 AM -- LIFE 1401

EVENT: Teas Around the World 
Taste teas from around the world and relax and enjoy the Zen ambiance.
Department: Office of Student Belonging 
Time: 3:00 - 5:00 PM
Place: Student Center Ballroom B 

Wednesday, November 18

EVENT: Mini-Japanese Autumn Festival 
Winter is approaching! The community comes together to enjoy the Autumn Harvest by sharing delicious homemade Japanese cuisine, taking time out to play Japanese traditional games together and to enjoy friendship!
Department: Department of Global Cultural Studies
Time: 1:45 - 3:15 PM
Place: Schmitt Hall Room 125

Thursday, November 19

EVENT: Gilman Scholarship Workshop/Information Session; Faculty Training/Workshop for Study Abroad/COIL
This combined workshop will introduce students to the Gilman Scholarship, including eligibility, the application process, essay tips, and funding resources for study abroad. Faculty will also learn strategies for promoting and supporting study abroad opportunities, incorporating Collaborative Online International Learning (COIL), and developing successful international programs. A student panel will provide firsthand perspectives and lessons learned from study abroad experiences.
Department: International Academic Initiatives 
Time: 1:00 - 4:00 PM
Place: Cole Hall 340

EVENT: Golden Buzzer Trivia 
Trivia night with the Office of Student Belonging! Students will be placed into teams and will compete to win prizes!
Department: Office of Student Belonging 
Time: 3:30 - 5:00 PM
Place: Student Center Room 160

Friday, November 20

EVENT: Thanksliving 
This semester we will have our 10th annual Thanksliving. In this event, we have dinner, vendors, lectures and activities! It is a night of reflection, thankfulness and unity. 
Department: Muslim Student Association 
Time: 5:00 - 8:00 PM
Place: Student Center Ballrooms 

EVENT: Open Mic Night 
Department: Campus Activities 
Time: 7:00 - 9:00 PM
Place: Student Center Room 160, The Underground 
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All Week

Event: Annual Student Photo Contest & Exhibition
Picture the World! Enter our annual student photo contest to showcase your unique experiences at BCMSU, cultural moments, or international travels. All entries will be displayed at Scott H. Kaplan ’02 Art Gallery in Bloomfield campus library from 11/16 through 11/20. 
Department: Office of International Student Services, The Dean of Students Office, Division of Creative Arts & Technology
Time: 9:00am - 4:30pm
Place: Scott H. Kaplan '02 Art Gallery at Bloomfield College Library

Monday, November 16

EVENT: Student Photo Exhibition Opening Reception
Join us for the opening reception of our annual Student Photo Exhibition, where we celebrate students’ diverse perspectives and global experiences through photography. Enjoy international refreshments, meet student artists, and explore powerful images that showcase cultural connections from around the world.
Department: Office of International Student Services, The Dean of Students Office
Time: 10:30 AM
Location: Scott H. Kaplan '02 Art Gallery at Bloomfield College Library

Tuesday, November 17

EVENT: Virtual Workshop on U.S. Immigration History and Archival Research 
Department: Bloomfield Library
Time: 2:00 - 2:45 PM
Location: Zoom

EVENT: International Candy Tasting & Tea Hour
A World of Sweets and Sips! Join us for the international candy and tea tasting event, where you can experience sweet treats and teas from across the globe. Discover new flavors, learn about different cultures, and enjoy a world of tastes in one place!
Department: Office of International Student Services
Time: 4:00 - 5:00 PM
Location: College Hall Main Entrance

Wednesday, November 18

EVENT: Student Panel Discussion on Global Social Justice
Engage with student voices in a powerful discussion on global human rights, moderated by Dr. Harry Franqui-Rivera, Associate Professor of History and Geography at BCMSU. Hear diverse perspectives on key issues, challenges, and the role of young leaders in fostering change worldwide. Join us to explore pathways toward a more just and equitable world. A reception will follow, offering an opportunity to engage with panelists and fellow attendees.
Department: Division of Humanities
Time: 2:00 - 4:00 PM
Location: Van Fossan Theater

Thursday, November 19

EVENT: International Movie Day
Department: Bloomfield College Library 
Time: 2:00 - 4:00 PM
Location: Library Screening Room

Friday, November 20th

EVENT: Photo Contest Winner Announcement
Celebrate our Photo Contest winners! Check your inbox to see the winning entries and enjoy the amazing global perspectives captured by our talented students.
Department: Office of International Student Services, The Dean of Students Office
Time: 10:00 AM
Location: Instagram & Community Email