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.

FALL 2025

alumni panel

International Insights: Internships, Employment, and Grad School Alumni Panel

When: 

Thursday, October 16 from 12:00 - 1:00 PM

Where:

Zoom

What:

Are you an international student mystified by the process of getting a US-based internship, job, or grad school admission? Scores of Lehigh students have been in your exact position and have achieved success. Come to this panel to hear from real Lehigh students and alumni; they’ll let you know what really works and how to spend your valuable time and energy as you think about your next professional step. 

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winter clothes

Winter Closet Donations

When

October 1 - November 1

Where

Drop off in Coxe Hall 104 (OISS Office) between 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM

What

The annual winter closet is hosted the first week of November for international students who may need to enhance their wardrobes as lower temperatures approach. All items are free for students.

We rely on the Lehigh and Lehigh Valley community to stock our closet! We want your gently used winter clothes: pants, long sleeve shirts, sweatshirts, hoodies, socks, gloves, hats, scarves, coats, jackets. No summer items will be accepted.

Questions may be directed to Patricia Goldman plb221@lehigh.edu

winter closet

Winter Closet OPEN

When:

Monday, November 3 - Friday, November 7 from 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM each day

Where:

Coxe Hall first floor lobby

What:

All international students, scholars, and post-docs (and their partners and children) are welcome to "shop" at the annual Winter Closet. All items are free for students. Come early! Most clothing is gone early in the week.

gourds

Global Gourds

When:

Thursday, October 30 from 3:00 - 5:00 PM

Where:

Global Union (Coxe Hall 215)

What:

Happy Fall! Happy Halloween! Join us for a fall fest in the GU with pumpkin paint, apple cider and other fall treats, and a scary movie. Movie voting will be on our instagram the week of the event. ~New this year!~ Pumpkin judging contest!!!

IEW

International Education Week 2025

When:

November 17 - 21

Where:

All over campus

What:

This week, spearheaded by the U.S. Department of State and the U.S. Department of Education, aims to promote programs that prepare Americans for a global environment and attract international students to the U.S. The week will highlight the importance of international education and exchange across Lehigh University, fostering cross-cultural understanding and global engagement. Does your office or club have an idea to participate? Email intnl@lehigh.edu.

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:

Summer in the Lehigh Valley

Lehigh Valley Zoo

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.

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