International Office
International Education Week
Explore. Exchange. Empower.
November 17 - 21, 2025
A full week of events to celebrate International Education!
International Education Week (IEW), is an opportunity to celebrate the benefits of international education and exchange worldwide. This joint initiative of the U.S. Department of State and the U.S. Department of Education is part of the efforts to promote programs that prepare Americans for a global environment and attract future leaders from abroad to study, learn, and exchange experiences.
Instagram Takeover! Follow: @fresnostate_studyabroad
Follow the Study Abroad Office Instagram to connect with students currently abroad!
Please keep checking back as the 2025 schedule is being udpated daily.
| Time | Event | Location | Description |
|---|---|---|---|
| 11:00 am - 1:00 pm | IEW - Kick Off | USU Walkway | Come and be a part of our International Education Week Kick Off event! Join us for a vibrant week dedicated to celebrating the enriching aspects of global education and exchange. Experience a lively showcase of diversity and culture through interactive displays. Immerse yourself in music, captivating performances, traditional attire, engaging activities, exciting giveaways, and much more! |
| Open during library hours | Library Exhibit on International Education | Library 2nd floor | |
| Open during library hours | Library Gaming Event | Library Ellipse Balcony | |
| All week | Instagram Takeover | Instagram Study Abroad |
| Time | Event | Location | Description |
|---|---|---|---|
| 12:00 - 1:00 pm | Taiwan Presentation - Gilman Recipient Ze Lo | Library 2108 | Don’t miss the chance to be inspired by Ze Lo's incredible journey through language, culture, and adventure in Taiwan! Discover how the Gilman Scholarship and Fresno State Grants helped make this study abroad experience possible. |
| Time | Event | Location | Description |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1:00 - 2:00 pm | Faculty-Led Programs |
Via Zoom https://fresnostate.zoom.us/j/89030328567?pwd=OMFl5v7ajqlQuCwtlgdIjP3yvJA5wA.1 |
This presentation offers a roadmap for developing and implementing effective faculty-led study abroad programs, guiding participants through essential planning steps that lead to meaningful global learning experiences. |
| 12:00 - 2:00 pm | CultureFest | Memorial Garden South | Join us for CultureFest where we celebrate with multicultural clubs through fun and diverse activities. Clubs will compete to be this year's champion and receive the G.O.A.T. Trophy. |
| 2:00 - 3:00 pm | International Coffee Hour | Library 2206 | |
| 4:00 - 6:00 pm | International Culture Celebration | RSU Ballroom | The International Culture Celebration connects the Fresno State campus and the local community through culture and traditions from around the world, specifically showcasing the performing arts and fashion of cultures on and around campus. |
| Time | Event | Location | Description |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2:00 - 4:00 pm | Academic All-Stars |
Library 2206 |
This special event honors the dedication, rigorous hard work, and persistence of international students from around the world who have demonstrated excellent academic performance in 2024-2025 academic year. |
| Time | Event | Location | Description |
|---|---|---|---|
| Virtual | International Education Week Virtual Wrap-up via Instagram |
Instagram: @fsinternationaloffice |