The Office of International Students and Scholars strives to deliver programs that embrace and unite the diverse cultures of the Lehigh community. We invite you to participate in our upcoming programs below.
SUMMER 2025
Summer Socials
When:
Wednesday, May 28 at 12:00 PM (lunch)
Wednesday, June 11 at 1:00 PM (dessert & coffee/tea)
Wednesday, June 25 at 12:00 PM (lunch)
Wednesday, July 9 at 1:00 PM (dessert & coffee/tea)
Wednesday, July 23 at 12:00 PM (lunch)
Where:
The Global Union (Coxe Hall 215)
What:
Join us for some good food and tasty desserts! This space is open to any student, faculty, or staff member and is a chance to connect, ask questions, share what's on your mind, or just relax.
Tie Dye T-shirts
When
RAIN DATE: Thursday, May 29 at 3:00 PM
Where
Picnic Table outside Coxe Hall
What
Create your own colorful t-shirt! All supplies provided.
Iron Pigs Baseball Game
When:
Friday, June 20 at 7:05 PM. Bus departs campus at 6:30 PM.
Where:
Coca-Cola Park in Allentown, PA
What:
Join Global Lehigh staff, Post-Docs, and other international students to cheer on the Pigs! Fireworks will follow the game. Transportation will be provided to and from the game. Tickets are $10. Registration is required by June 1.
Paint & Plant
When:
Wednesday, July 2 from 3:00 - 5:00 PM
Where:
Picnic Table outside Coxe Hall
What:
Paint your pot, then select a flower to plant in it. All supplies provided.
ICAPE Kick Back & Connect with Summer Lawn Games
When:
Thursday, July 10 from 5:15 - 6:30 PM
Where:
STEPS Lawn
What:
Sponsored by the International Center for Academic & Professional Engish (ICAPE), "Kick Back & Connect" will use classic summer lawn games to foster communication, friendly competition, and a playful approach to problem-solving.
ICAPE at The Pennsylvania Shakespeare Festival
Join ICAPE at The Pennslyvania Shakespeare Festival to see the production of A Raisin in the Sun. "A Raisin in the Sun" is a story that captures the members of the Younger family that dream bigger than the cramped apartment where they live on the south side of Chicago. When a life-changing insurance check arrives, three generations are suddenly given the chance to turn their hopes into reality. Tickets are $65, transportation to and from DeSales University is included.
Friday, July 11, bus departs Lehigh at 6:30 PM
Games & Movie Night in the GU
When:
Friday, July 18 at 7:00 PM
Where:
Global Union (Coxe Hall 215)
What:
Watch a movie and play some boards games. Snacks will be provided. No registration required, drop in anytime.
ICAPE Summer Evening Art Workshop: Discover Creativity Outdoors
When:
Tuesday, July 29 from 5:15 - 6:30 PM
Where:
Maginnes Hall Outdoor Patio (facing STEPS Lawn)
What:
Sponsored by the International Center for Academic & Professional Engish (ICAPE), connect with nature and your inner artist this summer evening! This workshop offers a unique outdoor experience to explore your creativity and develop new ways to communicate your perspective through both art and language.
Jersey Shore Beach Day Trip with the Graduate Life Office
When:
Tuesday, August 5. Depart campus at 9:00 AM, depart the beach at 3:00 PM.
Where:
Point Pleasant Beach, New Jersey
What:
No summer is complete without a trip to the Jersey Shore! Join GLO & OISS for a day trip to Point Pleasant (approx 2 hours from campus), an area with a large beach, boardwalk, restaurants, and other attractions. There will be a small cost associated with this trip. Registration is required and will open on July 1.
ICAPE Workshops
ICAPE is hosting several workshops and events this summer. Click here to view them and sign-up.
Local LEHIGH VALLEY events
Don't forget that we're surrounded by many exciting events and venues in the Lehigh Valley. If you'd like to go off campus, we encourage you to check out the following websites for ideas:
Dorney Park & Wildwater Kingdom
Musikfest (August 1-10, 2025)
Levitt Pavilion at the SteelStacks free outdoor movies & concerts
TacoFest at SteelStacks (June 1)
Latin Festival at SteelStacks (June 26-28)
ReggaeFest at SteelStacks (July 5)
International Flag Request
Interested in using our international flag(s)? Complete the form at least two weeks prior to your event. We have an inventory of over 150 flags from around the world.