International Education Week
International Education Week 2025 will be celebrated the week of November 17th to November 21st. This joint initiative of NAFSA: The Association of International Education and the Association of International Education Administrators (AIEA), 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 international education initiatives, which includes over 300 international students and scholars and the hundreds of internationally-minded students, faculty, staff and community members. 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
- Monday, November 17
- 2:30-4:00 PM
- Gather on the Lawn behind the Main Campus Student Center
The Office of Global Affairs kicks off International Education Week with ECU’s Third 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.
- Monday, November 17
- 4:00-5:00 PM
- Ledonia Wright Cultural Center
Close out the Parade of Flags with a gathering to celebrate the cultures across campus with student groups and activities.
- Monday, November 17
- 5:00 – 6:30 pm
- Invite Only
ECU honors our most outstanding faculty, staff, 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.
- Tuesday, November 18
- 6:00-8:00 pm
- Get Tickets
Join us for an Italian cooking class and dinner, featuring the authentic flavors of Tuscany and prepared by Chef Mauro from Certaldo – home to ECU’s Tuscany campus. Proceeds support international education at ECU.
- Wednesday, 11/19
- 12:00-1:30pm
- Register now.
Ready to take your teaching global without leaving campus? Come to the COIL Showcase to hear how faculty from HCAS, CFAC, HHP, and COE are enhancing their courses with high-impact Collaborative Online International Learning (COIL). Light lunch will be provided. Please register by 11/14/2025.
- Wednesday, November 19
- 12:30-2:00 pm
- Register Now
This informational roundtable will provide insight into advising international students. Registration is required. Register by 11/10/2025.
- Wednesday, November 19
- 6:00-8:00 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.
- Friday, November 21
- 10:00-2:00
- MCSC 253
Apply for your passport without an appointment! Learn more about what to prepare.
Events for Students
- Monday, November 17
- 2:30-4:00 PM
- Gather on the Lawn behind the Main Campus Student Center
The Office of Global Affairs kicks off International Education Week with ECU’s Third 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.
- Monday, November 17
- 4:00-5:00 PM
- Ledonia Wright Cultural Center
Close out the Parade of Flags with a gathering to celebrate the cultures across campus with student groups and activities.
- Monday, November 17
- 5:00 – 6:30 pm
- Invite Only
ECU honors our most outstanding faculty, staff, 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.
- All Week
- Anytime
- 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!
- Tuesday, November 18
- 3:00-4:00
- International House
Learn about ECU’s flagship study abroad program, ECU Tuscany.
- Tuesday, November 18
- 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!
- Tuesday, November 18
- 6:00-8:00 pm
- Get Tickets
Join us for an Italian cooking class and dinner, featuring the authentic flavors of Tuscany and prepared by Chef Mauro from Certaldo – home to ECU’s Tuscany campus. Proceeds support international education at ECU.
- Wednesday, November 19
- 3:00-4:00
- International House
Learn about the most cost-effective ways to study abroad!
- Wednesday, 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!
- Wednesday, November 19
- 6:00-8:00 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.
- Thursday, November 20
- 12:30-1:30 PM
- International House
Attend this workshop to learn how to talk about your study abroad experience to employers and/or graduate schools.
- Friday, November 21
- 10:00-2:00
- MCSC 253
Apply for your passport without an appointment! Learn more about what to prepare.
Events for the Community
- Monday, November 17
- 2:30-4:00 PM
- Gather on the Lawn behind the Main Campus Student Center
The Office of Global Affairs kicks off International Education Week with ECU’s Third 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.
- Monday, November 17
- 4:00-5:00 PM
- Ledonia Wright Cultural Center
Close out the Parade of Flags with a gathering to celebrate the cultures across campus with student groups and activities.
- Monday, November 17
- 5:00 – 6:30 pm
- Invite Only
ECU honors our most outstanding faculty, staff, 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.
- All Week
- Anytime
- 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!
- Tuesday, November 18
- 6:00-8:00 pm
- Get Tickets
Join us for an Italian cooking class and dinner, featuring the authentic flavors of Tuscany and prepared by Chef Mauro from Certaldo – home to ECU’s Tuscany campus. Proceeds support international education at ECU.
- Wednesday, November 19
- 6:00-8:00 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.
- Friday, November 21
- 10:00-2:00
- MCSC 253
Apply for your passport without an appointment! Learn more about what to prepare.