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.
Want to host an event? The Global Union is open all summer! Visit 25Live to request the space (listed as CX215).
FALL 2026
Trip to Pocono Premium Outlets
Date: Saturday, September 12
Time: Depart Lehigh at 11:00 AM, depart outlets at 4:00 PM
Event: Didn't pack enough clothes? Take a bus to the outlets with more than 100 discounted store to shop in. Approximately 1 hour by bus.
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Dorney Park Halloween Haunt
Date: Friday, October 23
Time: TBD
Event: Join us for a spooky night at our local amusement park! Registration opens on October 5 for the first 45 people to sign up and pay the $18 fee. Face your fears!!!
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Donate to the OISS Winter Closet
Date: October 1 - 30
Where: OISS Office (Coxe Hall 104)
What: Any new or gently used winter clothing in any size. Examples: coats, jackets, long sleeve shirts, long pants, sweaters, winter shoes, sweatshirts/hoodies, leggings, socks, hates, gloves/mittens, scarves.
Why: To prepare our international students for a cold Lehigh Valley winter!
Shop the OISS Winter Closet
Date: Monday, November 2 - Friday, November 6
Time: 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM
Where: Coxe Hall 1st floor Lobby
Event: All international students (though others are welcome too!) are invited to "shop" for winter clothing. All items are free.
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:
Celticfest (Sept 25-27)
Oktoberfest (October 2-4, 9-11)
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.