International Education Week

International Education Week 2024 will be celebrated the week of November 18th to November 22nd.  This joint initiative of the U.S. Department of State and the U.S. Department of Education, observed in over 100 countries worldwide, is part of their efforts to promote programs that prepare Americans for a global environment and attract future leaders from abroad to study and learn in the United States.  It is the perfect opportunity to showcase ECU’s global impact and highlight our campus diversity, which includes over 300 international students and scholars and the hundreds of internationally-minded students, faculty, staff and community members. During IEW we would love for you to share your IEW experiences with us. Tag your Instagram photos with #IEWatECU to be reposted. Also, be sure to follow @ECUGlobal and @ECUAbroad.

Events for Faculty


Parade of Flags
  • Monday, November 18
  • 1:00 – 2:00 PM
  • Gather on the Lawn behind the Main Campus Student Center

The Office of Global Affairs kicks off International Education Week with ECU’s Second Annual Parade of Flags. Join us for this colorful tribute to the wide variety of countries from which our Pirate community hail.

Whether you are an international student or faculty member or just have an interest in global affairs, cultures or travel, join us as we circle campus, filling the mall with the brilliant colors of flags from nearly 100 countries.

International Awards Ceremony
  • Tuesday, November 19
  • 5:00 – 6:30 pm
  • Invite Only

ECU honors our most outstanding faculty, staf, and students as we strive to become a more globally aware and engaged campus.

RSVP to the Special Events invitation sent to your ECU email is required to attend.

Fulbright U.S. Scholars Program Panel

Learn about how you can participate in the prestigious U.S. Department of State Fulbright Scholars program. Join us for a panel discussion with recent ECU Fulbright recipients.

Visiting Scholars Information Session

Are you interested in hosting an international colleague, post-doc or student to collaborate with on your academic or research endeavors? Join us for an information session about the Office of Global Affairs’ Visiting Scholar program. We will address the steps necessary to receive international visitors and how our office support faculty in navigating this process. Please check back for a registration link.

International Potluck
  • Thursday, November 21
  • 5:30 – 7:30 pm
  • MCSC 125

Join us for ECU’s Annual International Potluck. Share the cuisine of your home country or heritage with other ECU faculty, staff and international students and scholars.


Events for Students

International Students Day @ Men's Basketball vs. George Mason
  • Saturday, November 16
  • 4:00 – 6:00 pm
  • Minges Coliseum

Watch the ECU Men’s Basketball Team take on George Mason University for International Students Day at Minges Coliseum.

Parade of Flags
  • Monday, November 18
  • 1:00 – 2:00 PM
  • Gather on the Lawn behind the Main Campus Student Center

The Office of Global Affairs kicks off International Education Week with ECU’s Second Annual Parade of Flags. Join us for this colorful tribute to the wide variety of countries from which our Pirate community hail.

Whether you are an international student or faculty member or just have an interest in global affairs, cultures or travel, join us as we circle campus, filling the mall with the brilliant colors of flags from nearly 100 countries.

International Awards Ceremony
  • Tuesday, November 19
  • 5:00 – 6:30 pm
  • Invite Only

ECU honors our most outstanding faculty, staf, and students as we strive to become a more globally aware and engaged campus.

RSVP to the Special Events invitation sent to your ECU email is required to attend.

Diplomat in Residence- Mid-Atlantic: Stephanie Hutchison
  • Tuesday, November 19
  • 12:00 – 1:00 pm
  • Invite Only

Interested in a career that will take you around the globe? Come learn about the U.S. Department of State

From public policy and international affairs to computer science, public health, statistics, engineering, criminal justice, and performing arts – to name only a few – the U.S. Department of State is seeking individuals with diverse educational backgrounds to meet the challenges of 21st century diplomacy!

Come learn about a career in diplomacy that will take you around the globe from Stephanie Hutchison, the U.S. Department of State Diplomat in Residence (recruiter) for the Mid-Atlantic. She will discuss the Department’s paid internships, fellowships, and the Civil Service, Consular Fellows, Foreign Service Officer, and Specialist career tracks. Invite only, RSVP required.

Study Abroad Photo Contest
  • All Week
  • MCSC Gallery

View photo submissions from students who studied abroad all throughout International Education Week. The photos will be on display in the Main Campus Student Center Gallery and you can vote on your favorite!

Study Abroad Information Session
  • Tuesday, November 19
  • 4:00-5:00
  • International House

These sessions are your first step in the study abroad process. Learn about the different program types, how to find a program that fits your priorities, financial aid and scholarships, and more!

Study Abroad Information Table
  • Monday-Friday
  • 11:30-1:30
  • MCSC Study Abroad Wall

In a rush? Stop by our information table today to have your study abroad questions answered!

Study Abroad Financial Planning Workshop
  • Wednesday, November 20
  • 2:30-3:30
  • International House

This workshop is geared to help study abroad students plan for their time abroad financially. Topics include budgeting

Study Abroad Information Session
  • Wednesday, November 20
  • 4:00-5:00
  • International House

These sessions are your first step in the study abroad process. Learn about the different program types, how to find a program that fits your priorities, financial aid and scholarships, and more!

Leveraging Your Study Abroad Experience
  • Thursday, November 21
  • 11:00-12:00
  • International House

Attend this workshop to learn how to talk about your study abroad experience to employers and/or graduate schools.

Study Abroad on Exchange: Germany
  • Thursday, November 21
  • 2:00-3:00
  • International House

Learn about our exchange programs in Germany where you can pay your same ECU tuition for a semester abroad!

International Potluck
  • Thursday, November 21
  • 5:30 – 7:30 pm
  • MCSC 125

Join us for ECU’s Annual International Potluck. Share the cuisine of your home country or heritage with other ECU faculty, staff and international students and scholars.

OPT to H1B Information Session
  • Friday, November 22
  • 3:00 – 4:00 pm
  • Bate 1011

This session will cover important information for F-1 visa holders on Optional Practical Training (OPT) possibilities that cover H-1B Cap-Gap, H-1B Working Visa and Green Card choices. Immigration attorneys will be presenting and answering questions on how to navigate these processes.

Walk-In Passport Fair
  • Friday, November 22
  • 10:00 am – 2:00 pm
  • MCSC 125

Apply for your passport without an appointment!


Events for the Community

Parade of Flags
  • Monday, November 18
  • 1:00 – 2:00 PM
  • Gather on the Lawn behind the Main Campus Student Center

The Office of Global Affairs kicks off International Education Week with ECU’s Second Annual Parade of Flags. Join us for this colorful tribute to the wide variety of countries from which our Pirate community hail.

Whether you are an international student or faculty member or just have an interest in global affairs, cultures or travel, join us as we circle campus, filling the mall with the brilliant colors of flags from nearly 100 countries.

International Awards Ceremony
  • Tuesday, November 19
  • 5:00 – 6:30 pm
  • Invite Only

ECU honors our most outstanding faculty, staf, and students as we strive to become a more globally aware and engaged campus.

RSVP to the Special Events invitation sent to your ECU email is required to attend.

Study Abroad Photo Contest
  • All Week
  • MCSC Gallery

View photo submissions from students who studied abroad all throughout International Education Week. The photos will be on display in the Main Campus Student Center Gallery and you can vote on your favorite!

International Potluck
  • Thursday, November 21
  • 5:30 – 7:30 pm
  • MCSC 125

Join us for ECU’s Annual International Potluck. Share the cuisine of your home country or heritage with other ECU faculty, staff and international students and scholars.

Walk-In Passport Fair
  • Friday, November 22
  • 10:00 am – 2:00 pm
  • MCSC 125

Apply for your passport without an appointment!