Events Archive | International Affairs

Workshop Series: Conversational English -- Slang and Idioms

This two-part workshop series will introduce real-world

Conversational English that you do not learn in textbooks or in the traditional classroom. Register for the workshops here.

Workshop Series: Academic Presentations -- Skills and Strategies

Do you wish to enhance your skills related to academic presentations? This 3-part workshops series will allow you to organize and deliver engaging academic presentations. Register for the workshops here

Session 1: Organizing a Presentation, Jan 4th, 3:00-4:15 pm

Session 2: Delivering a Dramatic & Engaging Presentation, Jan 9th 3:00-4:15 pm

Session 3: Speaking Strategies for Academic Presentations, Jan 11th, 2:00-3:15 pm

Workshop Series: Pronunciation for Multilingual Students and Scholars

This 3-part workshop series includes interactive lessons to practice

fundamental features of pronunciation in North American English. Register for the workshops here.

Session 1: Rhythm and Clear Communication, Jan 2nd, 12pm-1:15pm

Session 2: Pronunciation Strategies for Clear Communication, Jan 8nd, 12pm-1:15pm

Session 3: Vowel Sounds, Jan 10th, 12pm-1:15pm

Workshop Series: Fundamentals of Academic Essays

This 3-part workshop series covers fundamental features of academic essays across different genres, reading strategies for understanding and analyzing academic articles and literature, and a refresher on common grammatical errors. Register for the workshops here

Session 1: Audience Awareness in Academic Essays, Jan 3rd, 11:30am-12:45pm

Session 2: Reading Strategies for Understanding Academic Texts & Literature, Jan 9th, 11:00 am - 12:15 pm

Session 3: Grammar Refresher, Jan 11, 11:00 am - 12:15 pm

OISS Travel Signature day

Bring your I-20 or DS-2019 to get a travel signature from OISS before you travel during winter break!

TOPSS Overview Workshop for International Graduate Teaching Assistants

Description: This workshop will prepare graduate students who are international teaching assistant candidates for the TOPSS exam. Learn about the exam and resources available. Participants will also learn how to make a clear announcement, how to transition smoothly to Part II of the TOPSS, and how to make a successful presentation in an academic setting: including preparation, organization, audience interaction, non-verbal communication, visuals and clear speech.

Marketing Your International Experience

Join the Office of International Affairs Graduate Assistants as they share personal insights about their international experience, how it has influenced their interests, and how it has made them marketable at work and in grad school. If you're an international student, or a domestic student interested in studying or working internationally, this session is for you.

Global Citizenship Talk - 10:00 AM on Friday, November 17, 2023

Join our virtual talk! Why We Need a Global Kitchen Table: Creating Connections to Support Social Change Work.

Why We Need a Global Kitchen Table

How does a strong and globally diverse "kitchen table" of relationships help us sustain social change work in a world full of difference? Join us for a dialogue between Joanna Kerr, President & CEO of MakeWay, and Tatiana Fraser, Co-Lead of Systems Sanctuary. Register here.

Friendsgiving

Join us for a fantastic feast to celebrate Thanksgiving with the OISS staff and Lehigh's international student community! Registration is strictly enforced due to a capacity limit. Walk-ins will NOT be allowed to participate. Please register by Friday, November 10th.

Global Lehigh Grants: Funding Opportunities for Faculty & Doctoral Students

Each year, the Office of International Affairs provides awards for doctoral students and faculty to engage globally through research collaborations and conference presentations. Please join us to hear from previous grant recipients on how they expanded Lehigh's global footprint and enhanced their scholarly work through this funding! Please RSVP directly to Stacy Burger to receive a calendar invitation.

Study Abroad on Lehigh's Dime

Want to Explore the world? Not sure how you're going to pay for it? Come learn about some of Lehigh's best-kept secrets to go abroad. Resources and opportunities are waiting to be discovered!

Enriching Travel with Sustainability

Traveling abroad is an incredibly enriching experience that offers the chance to immerse oneself in new cultures, broaden perspectives, and create lasting connections. For students venturing abroad, it's not just about exploration but also about adopting sustainable practices and forging meaningful relationships. Talk to previous students who went abroad and gained invaluable knowledge and experiences from sustainable practices. Register Here

Study Abroad and Cultural Leadership

Dr. Dave Neita is a lawyer, published poet, lecturer, and international speaker specializing in cultural leadership. Based in the UK, he is a commentator on race, politics, mental health, and the arts. Dr. Neita is a professor on a Lehigh semester partner program, IES London: Health Practice and Policy. Lunch will be provided. Register Here

VIE Community of Practice Luncheon

Lehigh’s Center for Innovation in Teaching and Learning and the Office of International Affairs invite you to join a meeting of the Virtual International Exchange (VIE) Community of Practice. This session will highlight the experiences of Lehigh’s English 003 students, who recently participated in a Collaborative Online International Learning (COIL) class with a partnering university in Pakistan. Register Here

International Education Week Kick-Off Celebration

Don't miss the Global Union celebration at STEPS Concourse that will set the tone for International Education Week! The Kick-Off Event will include delicious cultural foods, performances by popular campus dance teams, education on the many cultural groups represented at Lehigh, and opportunities to learn about international campus resources. The deadline to register is November 10.