Events Archive | International Affairs

Iacocca International Internship Program Information Session

Join us for a general information session to learn more about the Iacocca International Internship Program, a funded global internship opportunity open to all Lehigh students. Learn about the program, available opportunities, and how to apply.

Find out more here: https://global.lehigh.edu/internships/

Iacocca International Internship Program Information Session

A general information session for students interested in the Iacocca International Internship Program, a funded global internship opportunity open to all Lehigh students. Learn more here: https://global.lehigh.edu/internships/

Iacocca International Internship Program Information Session

2027 Iacocca International Internship Program Information Session

This is a general information session for all prospective students interested in applying to the 2027 Iacocca International Internship Program. Learn more about the program and apply here: https://global.lehigh.edu/internships/students

U.N. Under-Secretary-General presentation: What Kind of Eduation and Infrastructure Do We Need to Realize AI's Promise?

Amandeep Gill, United Nations Under-Secretary-General and Special Envoy for Digital and Emerging Technologies, will be giving a presentation entitled "What Kind of Education and Infrastructure Do We Need to Realize AI's Promise?"

Under-Secretary-General Gill will be interviewed by Provost Nathan Urban. This event is co-sponsored by the Office of the Provost and the LU/UN Partnership. Attendance is free to the Lehigh community.

Under-Secretary-General Gill was appointed by the UN Secretary-General to lead tech initiatives; he spearheads global digital cooperation, AI governance, and implementation of the Global Digital Compact. He’s visiting campus as the keynote speaker in the Lehigh University/United Nations Partnership Ambassadorial Series. More than 30 Ambassadors to the United Nations have presented to the Lehigh community in support of this global programming initiative.

Earn 5 x 10 credit for attending this event.

What Kind of Eduation and Infrastructure Do We Need to Realize AI's Promise?

United Nations Under-Secretary-General Amandeep Gill will visit Lehigh University for a Sept. 2 presentation exploring the future of artificial intelligence and the education and infrastructure needed to realize its promise.

D/S Changes, Lehigh OISS Webinar - Morning Session

Lehigh University Office of International Students and Scholars is hosting two webinars (morning and afternoon) to discuss the Federal Duration of Status rule change. The content of the webinars will be the same for each session, so please only register for one event. Our staff will brief current and incoming students and scholars on the rule change, provide guidance, and answer any questions from the Lehigh University international community.

D/S Changes, Lehigh OISS Webinar - Afternoon Session

Tips For Building a Career in International Relations

Coffee & donuts with Sharon Hudson-Dean, a Senior U.S diplomat and career member of the U.S Senior Foreign Service with 30+ years of global leadership experience. Hudson-Dead served as Security Policy Director and Deputy Assistant Secretary for European and Eurasian Affairs, overseeing NATO, OSCE, Nordi/Baltic, UK, and Ireland Relations. She is currently the acting Ambassador and Deputy Chief of Mission in Oslo, advancing Arctic security, energy cooperation, and defense industry coordination. This is a great opportunity for International Relations majors, minors, or prospective students to learn, engage, ask questions, and network with a professional.

Lehigh Engineering: Graduate Ambassador Panels

Meet the Lehigh Engineering Grad Student Ambassadors! Ask us Anything! Free Application Fee Waiver. Lehigh Alumni Scholarship 12 credits = up to 40% discount for master's degree.

Register here: https://forms.gle/PC3Zsx37y8TgFDxU7

Annual Flag Parade

To kick off International Education Week, Lehigh students will take part in the annual Flag Parade, carrying flags representing countries from around the world. The parade will depart Coxe Hall, walk through campus, and end at the UC Flag pole, led by our international students.

Listening Differently Workshop

Join us for a workshop designed to help you develop the skills to both listen differently and listen for difference. Speaking and listening are learned skills shaped by culture, gender, and social context. In this interactive session, you’ll explore the dynamics of communication, practice new methods, and create an action plan for more inclusive listening and conversation practices—particularly in educational settings. RSVP for the workshop here. A free lunch is also being offered from Sizzling Bites. Coffee, tea, and snacks will also be provided.

Friendsgiving

International students, faculty, and staff will join the Office of International Students & Scholars (OISS) for a traditional American Thanksgiving dinner.

A Discussion with WHO Immunization & Vaccines Director

Join a discussions with Dr. Kate O'Brien, a leading figure in the field of vaccines and immunization, currently serving as the Director of the Department of Immunization, Vaccines and Biologicals at the World Health Organization (WHO). This event is presented by the Lehigh College of Health and the Lehigh University/United Nations (LU/UN) Partnership.

VR Passport: A Global Immersive Experience

Presented by Lehigh’s XR Community of Practice. Step into the future of global learning at this hands-on event that brings the world to Lehigh through emerging technologies. Discover how Extended Reality (XR) is being integrated into classes across campus, transforming the way students learn and engage with global issues. Try on a Meta Quest VR headset to explore new cultures, travel to destinations around the world, or practice a new language. Go beyond the headset with ArcGIS Online—a powerful mapping platform that allows you to create and explore global data while visualizing international trends, history, and culture through interactive maps.

International Film Event

Presented by the Graduate Life Office. Join us at Packer House for an international film screening of the Iranian film My Favourite Cake (2024). Iranian tea and snacks will be served. Attendees can pre-register here.