Celebrate El Dia de los Muertos (The Day of the Dead) and More as Part of International Education Week

"Day of the Dead" poster by Graphic Design student Tracy Hung.

If you’ve been to the Cafe, seen the flags along the Bridge, or heard thunderous taiko drumming on campus this week, then you’ve probably guessed that this is International Education Week.

International Education Week is an opportunity to celebrate the benefits of international education and exchange worldwide.

As part of the festivities, the Center for the Student Experience (CSE) has organized several special free events for the Art Center community to enjoy, including a celebration of the Mexican holiday El Día de los Muertos on Wednesday, Nov. 2.

Students can stop by the Cafe, the Bridge and CSE (Suite 200B) on Wednesday to learn more about the holiday in which death becomes something not to be feared, but to be embraced.

The Library also has a Day of the Dead exhibition currently on display—showcasing its Día de los Muertos collection as well as sugar, paper mache and ceramic skulls—and is holding a reception with light refreshments on Wednesday from 1:00–2:00 p.m.

Head past the jump for a list of remaining International Education Week events.


INTERNATIONAL EDUCATION WEEK 2011
International Education Week is an opportunity to celebrate the benefits of international education and exchange worldwide. Please join us in this celebration by coming to the following special events during week 8. All campus events are FREE and open to everyone!

WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 2
El Dia de los Muertos (Day of the Dead)
All day | Library, Cafeteria, Bridge and CSE, Suite 200B
Latin American and other cultures set aside this day to remember loved ones who have passed on. Check out special altars and exhibits around campus and learn to make “papel picado” decorations at the Cafeteria!

Exchange Student Mixer
5:00 p.m. | South Campus (Hickson Courtyard)
Meet this term’s exchange students and find out more about our exchange programs. Enjoy tacos and refreshments as well!

THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 3
International Internship Roundtable
12:00–1:30 p.m. | Conference Room B
Are you interested in an international internship? Join us as we speak with former participants and learn about their adventures, challenges and success! Co-sponsored by Office of Career Development. Lunch will be provided.

FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 4
Coffee Around the World
9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. | CSE Lounge, Suite 200B
Take a break! Distinguish your Robusta from your Arabica and learn other interesting coffee facts!

ALL WEEK
In addition, all week long, the Cafeteria will be serving international cuisines, including American, Asian, European, Latin and Mediterranean foods! The menu for the week will be posted in the Café. Also visit the Library and check out the world travel exhibit!

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