International Education Week (IEW) is an opportunity to celebrate the benefits of international education and exchange worldwide.  Drake is excited to participate in this nationwide global celebration through a variety of events next week, Nov. 18–23.  Here are some event highlights for students:

International Bazaar
Monday, Nov. 18, 2:30–4:30 PM, Olmsted Breezeway

Stop by Olmsted Breezeway for interactive cultural table presentations, including international food samples, caligraphy, language activities and more! Hosted by the students of World Languages and Cultures and the Intensive English Program. Be sure to check out the International Photo Booth in the Pomerantz Conference Room.

U.S. Fulbright Program Information Session
Tuesday, Nov. 19, 2:00–3:00 PM, Meredith 102

Join Fulbright alumni Nina Lawrin & Nathan Jacobson for an information session regarding the U.S. Fulbright Program and its post-graduate opportunities for students. Nina Lawrin received a Fulbright Student Research Grant in the Arts to Namibia from 2015-16, and Nathan Jacobson received a Fulbright English Teaching Assistant Grant to Bulgaria from 2017-2019.

Global Career Talks
Tuesday, Nov. 19, 4:30–5:30 PM, Sussman Theater

Join us for a panel discussion of local business and community members about their experiences in an international career field and the opportunities available to those interested in pursuing a global career.

Ways to Engage Globally at Drake
Friday, Nov. 22, 10:00–11:00 AM, Aliber 101

A panel of Drake International staff will share ways students can engage globally during their time at Drake beyond studying abroad.

DU Spain Information Session
Friday, Nov. 22, 11:00–12:00 PM, Aliber 101

Come learn about Drake’s study abroad program in Alicante, Spain for Spring 2021