International Education Week
International Education Week
International Education Week 2025
International Education Week (IEW) is a nationwide celebration in which colleges and universities across the U.S. participate to promote international understanding, build support for educational exchange, encourage the development of globally minded programs, and attract future leaders from abroad to study in the United States.
Join us from November 17-21, 2025, for panels, film screenings, performances, cultural festivities, and more to celebrate and expand Rowan’s global community.
Check back as we continue to add more events.
Schedule of Events
Monday, November 17th
Dish of the Day
Each day, a popular dish will be highlighted in the dining halls from a different country!
Rep Your Flag: IEW Kick-off
Celebrate the start of International Education Week by showing off your global pride! Join us for Rep Your Flag, where students can represent their country, connect with friends, and enjoy fun activities like rock painting and more.
Space is limited. RSVP by November 14th!
Time: 1:30 PM - 3:30 PM
Location: Hawthorn Hall, Room 204
Tuesday, November 18th
Dish of the Day
Each day, a popular dish will be highlighted in the dining halls from a different country!
International Social Media Trivia
Follow the International Center on Instagram and LinkedIn and join our online trivia challenge! Questions will be posted on our social media, answer correctly for a chance to win prizes, and show off your international smarts. Don’t miss the fun!
Follow us on Instagram Follow us on LinkedIn
Study Abroad Student Alumni Panel
Thinking About Studying Abroad? Join us for a Study Abroad Alumni Panel to hear directly from Rowan students who’ve done it! Learn what it’s really like to live and study overseas — from navigating culture shock to adjusting to new classrooms and making the most of every experience. Bring your questions and get honest answers about what to expect before, during, and after your time abroad.
Time: 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Location: Student Center, Room 128
Wednesday, November 19th
Dish of the Day
Each day, a popular dish will be highlighted in the dining halls from a different country!
International Alumni Panel
You’re invited to Rowan University’s first-ever International Student Alumni Panel during International Education Week! This hybrid event will showcase Rowan's international alumni, who will share their journeys, challenges, and advice on studying and succeeding in the U.S. After the panel discussion, a networking session will follow for students, faculty, and staff.
Time: 4:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Location: Business Hall, Room 104 (in-person)
Online: WebEx (Virtual)
Spanish/English Conversation Partner Event with Sigma Delta Pi
Want to practice speaking Spanish or English? Join Sigma Delta Pi's Conversation Partner Event! Pizza and drinks will be served.
Time: 6:30 PM - 7:30 PM
Location: Bozorth Hall, Room 130
Thursday, November 20th
Lunch & Learn: Leading a Program Abroad
Are you interested in taking your teaching beyond the classroom? Rowan offers full-time faculty the opportunity to bring their courses to life by incorporating a study abroad component. Join us for a Lunch & Learn to explore how leading a program abroad can enrich your course content, benefit your academic department, and foster both professional and personal growth. We’ll share available opportunities, discuss the proposal process, and what to expect as you plan to lead a program in 2027.
Time: 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
Location: Student Center, Room 127
Rowan World Film Series
The Departments of World Languages and Radio, Television & Film are proud to present the third edition of the Rowan World Film Series!
This series invites students and the Rowan community to discover outstanding films from around the world, immerse themselves in diverse cultures, and enjoy each film in its original language (with English subtitles) on the big screen, rather than a personal device.
The theme of this year’s edition, “World Classrooms,” explores how filmmakers from across the globe reflect on the role of school and education in shaping individuals and societies.
The screening will be followed by a Q&A led by a faculty member from World Languages or Radio, Television & Film.
Film: Our School (Romania - Romanian)
Time: 6:30 PM
Location: King Auditorium, Bozorth Hall
Friday, November 21st
Dish of the Day
Each day, a popular dish will be highlighted in the dining halls from a different country!
IEW Global Showcase
IEW Global Showcase, a vibrant closing celebration of International Education Week! Experience the world through cultural performances, interactive displays, international cuisine, and student stories that highlight our community’s global connections. Come celebrate diversity, discovery, and the spirit of international education!
Time: 11:30 AM - 2:30 PM
Location: Student Center Pit
Interested in participating? Fill out the form below!
Writing Contest
The 2025 IEW Writing Contest is open to all Rowan University students. Winners will be announced during International Education Week!
Writing Prompt: Think about a moment in your life that changed the way you see the world or helped shape who you are today. Maybe it was a challenge you overcame, a new culture you experienced, or a time you connected with someone different from you. What happened, how did it affect you, and what did you learn from it?
Submission Deadline: Thursday, November 6th
Study Abroad Photo Contest
Share your favorite moments from your study abroad experience and showcase the beautiful places, cultures, and connections you've encountered along the way.
Contest Details
Eligibility: All students who have studied abroad through a Rowan program from 2023-2025. (faculty led, providers, and exchange programs)
Submission Deadline: November 13th at 12PM.
Prizes: 1st, 2nd, and 3rd prize winners will be gifted a Rowan Swag Basket and the pictures will be displayed in the International Center.
Interested in hosting an IEW event?
We are inviting departments, offices, and student organizations across campus to host events that are “international” in nature, such as guest lectures, student programs, film screenings, panel discussions, or cultural activities. Your participation not only contributes to the success of IEW but also benefits your department by providing valuable exposure to international students and scholars who may not typically interact with your department. This is a great opportunity to showcase your programs, ideas, faculty expertise, and initiatives to a diverse audience.
If you are interested in participating, please complete the form linked below so we can include your event on the official IEW calendar and in our promotional materials. Your contribution can be an event you already have planned, or a new program created especially for IEW. All events will be promoted campus wide.
