UNC Pembroke celebrates International Education Week, Nov. 17–21

UNC Pembroke will join institutions worldwide in celebrating International Education Week (IEW), Nov. 17-21, 2025. The weeklong series of 16 events will highlight global awareness, cultural exchange and the value of international education.

More than 260 international students from over 60 nations and every continent enrich the UNCP campus with diverse languages, perspectives and traditions. The university lives the spirit of International Education Week year-round, fostering a community where global experiences are embraced and celebrated.

“International Education Week reflects UNCP’s commitment to preparing students to thrive in a global society,” said Rosa Ball, assistant director of international student engagement. “It’s an opportunity to celebrate our welcoming campus community and the many cultures represented here.”

Students are encouraged to pick up a “Global Passport” at any live event and collect a stamp at each event they attend. Students who collect six stamps will be entered into a grand prize drawing. Completed passports must be dropped off at the Office of Global Engagement (Belk Hall, Room 102) by December 5, and the winner will be announced on December 8.

All students who complete their passports will receive a participation prize of UNCP merchandise. The grand prize includes a Study Abroad application fee waiver, a BraveVentures deposit waiver and an OGE T-shirt.

IEW 2025 is coordinated by the Office of Global Engagement (OGE) in collaboration with campus partners, including the Muslim Student Association, Caribbean Student Union, Asian Student Association, Career Center, Graduate Admissions, Psychology Department, Athletics and BraveVentures.

For more information, visit uncp.edu/globalengagement or contact Rosa Ball at 910.775.4718 or rosa.ball@uncp.edu.

Highlights of International Education Week 2025

Monday, Nov. 17

• Parade of Flags (10-11 a.m.) – A colorful celebration as students, faculty and staff march from Faculty Row to the Student Center Annex.
• Cultural Bazaar (11:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m.) – Explore global traditions through performances and displays at the Student Center Annex.
• Cultural Canvas: Carnival Mask Workshop (5:30-7 p.m.) Student Center, Room 251 – Hosted by the Caribbean Student Union. Discover the history of the Caribbean Carnival and create your own unique mask.

Tuesday, Nov. 18

• Sip and Global Chat (11 a.m.-2 p.m.) – Enjoy refreshments and cross-cultural conversation in Belk Hall.
• Employment Workshop (1-2 p.m.) JATH, Room 215 – Learn about employment options for international students in collaboration with Career Services.
• Pagoda and Pit-stops: AsiaMazing Race (4-6:30 p.m.) – Compete in a campus “Amazing Race” through Asian-themed games and challenges hosted by the Asian Student Association in Jones Center, auxiliary gym.

Wednesday, Nov. 19

• Study Abroad Fair in Belk Hall (10 a.m.-noon) – Learn how to take your education abroad.
• Work Opportunities After Graduating (noon-1 p.m.) – A virtual presentation on H1B immigration regulations by Bridget Bishop from the UNC System Office.
• Fulbright Information Session (1:30-2:30 p.m.) JATH, Room 236 – Faculty and staff can explore research opportunities abroad.
• Cultural Connections (4:30-6 p.m.) – The Muslim Student Association presents an evening of student-led cultural showcases in JATH, Upchurch Auditorium.
• Global & Greek Night: UNCP Men’s Basketball vs. Fayetteville State (6-9 p.m.) – Cheer on the Braves while learning about study abroad opportunities during this spirited campus crossover event. Jones Center, main gym.

Thursday, Nov. 20

• Graduate Admissions Virtual Webinar (Noon-1 p.m.) – Learn about graduate programs and hear from current international graduate students.
• Creativity Around the World (3-4 p.m.) – Psychology lecturer Dr. Daniel Cape explores how creativity connects people across cultures in this engaging workshop. Hosted in Student Center, Room 251.
• Faculty-Led Study Abroad Virtual Webinar – Learn about upcoming study abroad opportunities with UNCP faculty.

Friday, Nov. 21

• Sip and Global Chat (11 a.m.-2 p.m.) – Close the week with interactive games, laughter and global conversation in Belk Hall.

Saturday, November 22

• Chinese Lantern Festival (4-11 p.m.)– Join BraveVentures for an off-campus excursion to Cary, North Carolina. Enjoy thousands of handcrafted lanterns, cultural performances and global cuisine. Register on BraveConnect.