International Education Week
International Education Week (IEW) has been celebrated annually since its inception in 2000 by the US Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs. Murray State University invites faculty, staff, and students to participate each year by proposing a session, performance, forum, or other scholarly or creative work that celebrates international education.
IEW 2022 is coming soon, November 14-18! Check out the week's schedule below for opportunities to learn more about upcoming study abroad programs, the application process, scholarships, and cultural discussions.
Check back for additional sessions that may be added leading up to IEW!
Join us for any or all of our free events, open to the public. Questions? Email us at msu.studyabroad@murraystate.edu.
2022 Schedule
11 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. Winslow International Sandwich Week at Bistro Grill
Explore the food of Poland by trying a Grilled Kielbasa!
12:30 p.m. Belize Teaching Experience Information & Application Session
Where: 135 Blackburn
Who: Holly Bloodworth
Learn how you can gain teaching experience in Belize! This program offers students the opportunity to build their resume, teach in a Belizean classroom during their student teaching semester, and experience the rich Belizean culture.
3 p.m. Education Abroad Open Advising
Where: 135 Blackburn
Drop in at any stage of the application process. Don't know how to choose a program? Need help with your application or scholarships? A representative from our office will be in 135 Blackburn every Monday at 3 and Thursday at 11. No appointment needed. Just show up!
4 p.m. Education Abroad Scholarship Workshop
Where: 131 Blackburn, Education Abroad Office Conference Room
Did you know that over 95% of students who apply for study abroad scholarships receive an award? Learn from the Education Abroad Office and the Scholarships & Financial Aid staff about available scholarships specifically to support your study abroad, how your existing aid package may apply to your program, how to make your application as strong as possible, and to get your questions answered so we can help you get on a plane!
4:30 p.m. Italy Summer Information & Application Session
Where: 135 Blackburn
Who: Marcie Hinton, Rebecca Wylie, Janice Thurmond, Lauren Roberson, Esther Malm
Spend two weeks in Italy studying Nursing, Psychology, Nutrition, or Public Community Health on our Italy Summer program this May! Join us for an information and application session to learn more about the program and start your application.
11 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. Winslow International Sandwich Week at Bistro Grill
Explore the foods of China by trying a Steamed Chinese BBQ Bun!
4 p.m. The Fulbright Experience
Where: 135 Blackburn
Who: Lauren Hines - Murray High School Faculty
Hear about Lauren's recent Fulbright seminar in Morocco. Topics such as an overview of the Fulbright program, food and culture in Morocco, and how to incorporate intercultural experiences into curriculum will be discussed.
4 p.m. Education Abroad Scholarship Workshop
Where: 131 Blackburn, Education Abroad Office Conference Room
Did you know that over 95% of students who apply for study abroad scholarships receive an award? Learn from the Education Abroad Office and the Scholarships & Financial Aid staff about available scholarships specifically to support your study abroad, how your existing aid package may apply to your program, how to make your application as strong as possible, and to get your questions answered so we can help you get on a plane!
5 p.m. Exchange Student Q&A - South Korea
Where: 135 Blackburn
Who: Paige Weising, a current MSU student currently studying in South Korea at Chonnam National University
If you’re interested in studying abroad in South Korea with one of our partner universities, attend this Q&A session to learn more about university life in Korea!
10 a.m. Agriculture in Hungary Information & Application Session
Where: 135 Blackburn
Who: Brian Parr, Kristie Guffey, Bill Payne
Looking to gain first-hand experience in international agriculture, agribusiness, animal science, equine science, or veterinary medicine? Come and learn about the Hutson School of Agriculture's faculty-led program to Hungary this May.
Learn more about Agriculture in Hungary Summer '23
10:30-2 p.m. Dining Retail Takeover
Where: Curris Center T Room
You asked and Dining listened! Enjoy a variety of Korean food items today at Tres Habaneros, who will be participating in a retail takeover menu.
11 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. Winslow International Sandwich Week at Bistro Grill
Explore the foods of Greece by trying a Gyro!
12 p.m. Discover Korea Summer Information & Application Session
Where: 135 Blackburn
Who: Ben Littlepage & Samir Patel
Are you a graduate student looking for a study abroad experience in Postsecondary Education? Then we have the program for you. Come learn how you could expand your educational horizons through international travel in South Korea next May!
Learn more about Discover Korea Summer '23
1:30 p.m. La France, j'aime!
Where: 135 Blackburn
Join us for a Q&A session with some of Murray State’s international students from France! For anyone interested in learning more about France and French culture, we’ll talk about food, politics, university life, study abroad opportunities in France, and more. Come with your questions and be ready for lively discussion à la française!
3 p.m. KIIS Information & Application Session
Where: 135 Blackburn
Hoping to do a KIIS provider program? Meet KIIS program directors and faculty to ask questions about their programs. An Education Abroad Advisor will be there too so come ready to work on applications and learn more about the process.
Learn more about KIIS programs
4 p.m. Semester in Regensburg Q&A / Application Session
Where: 135 Blackburn
Who: Ben Post, Eleanor Rivera, Oliver Beckers, Rudy Ottway
Curious about what life is like for our MSU students studying abroad in Regensburg, Germany? Join us as we talk with our current students about their experiences with classes, travel, university life, and culture.
If you are interested in applying to study abroad in Regensburg next Fall, stay after the Q&A for the application session! Talk with the Faculty who will be with you in Germany and start your application.
LEARN MORE ABOUT a semester in Regensburg
5:30 p.m. Welcome to K-pop World: How much do you know about K-pop?
Where: 135 Blackburn
Who: Soyun Jeon, Yeonsu Jeong, Dawoon Jeong, & Jiseo Ok
Explore the world of K-pop!
K-pop's influence is gradually expanding all over the world. For example, BTS was
the 1st Asian group to top the Billboard chart and also won many awards in the United
States. As a result, people around the globe are becoming more interested in K-pop.
Join us as students studying at MSU from Daegu University talk about the history and
societal impact of K-pop. There will be fun quizzes and giveaways and anyone who is
well versed in K-pop or wants to learn more can participate!
8:30 - 10:30 a.m. Teach Abroad and Education Abroad Office Open House
Where: 131 Blackburn, Education Abroad Office
Imagine that course you always wanted to teach. Now, imagine you are teaching it in Germany, South Korea, or Ireland!! With travel opened back up, now is the time to start planning your next or first study abroad class.
Haven’t seen our offices since we were in Woods or Lovett? Well, we have been in Blackburn for a while now. We invite you to stop on by for some coffee and donuts while familiarizing yourself with our office, team, and study/teach abroad opportunities.
Learn more about Teaching Abroad
11 a.m. Education Abroad Open Advising
Where: 135 Blackburn
Drop in at any stage of the application process. Don't know how to choose a program? Need help with your application or scholarships? A representative from our office will be in 135 Blackburn every Monday at 3 and Thursday at 11. No appointment needed. Just show up!
11 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. Winslow International Sandwich Week at Bistro Grill
Explore the foods of Italy by trying the Italian Sub!
12 p.m. CCSA Information & Application Session
Where: 135 Blackburn
Picture yourself studying abroad for 2-4 weeks while getting credit for BIO studying Darwin’s legacy in England, tropical biology in Belize, or ecosystems in Australia. Earn credit for MKT exploring marketing of the adult beverage industries in Ireland, JMC while storytelling in Scotland, OSH comparing risk management practices in England and Ireland,...and the list goes on. CCSA provides students with faculty-led programs in English speaking countries. Stop by to learn more or bring your computer and we’ll help you fill out your application!
11 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. Winslow International Sandwich Week at Bistro Grill
Explore the foods of Vietnam by trying Banh Mi!