Events Archive | International Affairs

ServeAbroad Antigua Info Session | Study Abroad

Still looking for something to do this summer? Consider volunteering abroad in Antigua! Attend this information session to learn more about ServeAbroad Antigua, a 9 day service trip to the beautiful islands of Antigua and Barbuda. Past service projects include painting schools, assisting teachers in a school for disabled children, and working on a Rotary community project. Students will also have the opportunity to explore the islands! (Note: ServeAbroad Antigua is non-credit bearing.)

International Week 2018 - Our Voice, Our World | Global Union

Presented by Comparative and International Education Club, International Voices, and the Global Union

There’s an open floor where all Lehigh members can share their poetry, creative writing, songs, and stories etc in any language.

Please sign up here.

International Week 2018 - Desserts around the World | Global Union

Presented by the International Business Club and the Global Union

Desserts from different countries are offered to Lehigh students! Please come and find them out.

International Week 2018 - Friendsgiving (RSVP Required) | Global Union

Presented by the Office of International Students and Scholars, RHA, Student Auxiliary, Center for Equitable Community, and the Global Union [Space is limited, RSVP is required]

Join us for a free traditional Thanksgiving meal with fellow Lehigh students, faculty, staff and community members. Make some friends and enjoy a uniquely American tradition!

International Week 2018 - International Movie Night | Global Union

Presented by International Voices and the Global Union

Please come to “Bringing the World to Lehigh” on November 12 at 6:00 p.m. in the STEPS Concourse to vote for your favorite movie to be shown on this night!

International Week 2018 - Backgammon Tournament | Global Union

Presented by the Turkish Student Association and the Global Union

Turkish Student Association will introduce their popular game in the Backgammon Tournament.

International Week 2018 - Third Genders around the World | Center for Gender Equity & Global Union

Presented by the Center for Gender Equity and the Global Union

Please join a meaningful discussion on non-binary and third gender across the globe!

International Week 2018 - LU Cultural Artifacts Scavenger Hunt | Global Union

Presented by the Global Union, Lehigh University Art Galleries (LUAG), and Asian Studies

It is the first time ever to have this event in the International Week! You will go through a fun scavenger hunt to learn more about the artifacts from different nations. Simple lunch and refreshments will be served.

International Week 2018 - Loy Krathong: Make & Take | Global Union

Presented by Thai Student Association and the Global Union

Students will learn to make traditional Thai lanterns for the lantern floating festival, Loy Krathong.

International Week - Iranian Delight | Global Union

Presented by Lehigh University Iranian Student Association, Global Union, Graduate Student Senate, Graduate Life Office, Lehigh After Dark, Dean of Students, Student Auxiliary Services, and the Division of Student Affairs

LUISA has a great opportunity to introduce of Iran in terms of culture and tradition with interesting details of Iranian citizens, cities, customs, food, and lifestyle. LUISA is also going to provide a joyful afternoon by live performance and music. They have designed two games for guests as well to make the night memorable!

International Week 2018 - Casino Night | Global Union

Presented by Chinese Students and Scholars Association, International Voices, Southeast Asia Club, and the Global Union

Students will earn chips by playing different games. The event will feature 15 different games. Each participant will be given a “passport”, and every time they play a game, they will get a stamp on their passport. In order to use their chips to get gifts, they will have to have enough stamps on their passports. During the second half of the event, the players will be able to use their chips to get gifts.

International Week 2018 - International Movie Night | Global Union

International Week 2018 - LU Cultural Artifacts Self-Guided Exhibit | Global Union

Presented by the Global Union, Lehigh University Art Galleries (LUAG), and Asian Studies

It is the first time ever to have this event in the International Week! You will go through a self-guided tour to learn more about the artifacts from different nations. Don't miss it!

International Week 2018 - Conversations with International Students | Global Union

Presented by the Council for Equitable Community and the Global Union

Please join the conversations with international students to learn more about their unique experiences at Lehigh!

International Week 2018 - Amazing Race | Global Union

Presented by the Global Union and the Residence Hall Association (RHA)

The Global Union, Student Senate, and RHA are coming together to host the Amazing Race. This event is made up of mini challenges that teams of five must complete to lead them to different locations around Lamberton and Coxe Hall. The goal is to complete the challenges as quickly as possible to move onto the next location and reach the end. At each location, a different club/organization involved will have a chance to teach other students about their club and the diversity on campus. The 1st, 2nd and 3rd team to finish all the challenges and reach the finish line will each receive a special prize!!! Additionally, at the end of the race participants will be able to enjoy some international snacks!

Clubs sign up here
Teams sign up here

International Week 2018 - International Flag Parade (by RSVP) | Global Union

Presented by OISS and the Global Union

The Flag Parade carries the International Week on at 5pm on Nov. 12, starting at Coxe Hall and ending at STEPS. Traditional clothes are strongly encouraged! OISS will provide flags.