Upcoming Events

U-M International Center Events Calendar (view by date)

The U-M International Center offers events and workshops throughout the year on topics of interest to international students and scholars, and American students seeking information on studying, working, or traveling abroad. If you are a faculty or staff, please visit our Education and Outreach page for more information.

Meet & Greet with Currently Serving Peace Corps Volunteer: Lauren Benitez (Fiji)
Monday, November 25, 2024

Description: Join us for a casual meet and greet with University of Michigan alum and currently serving Peace Corps Volunteer, Lauren Benitez! Lauren is currently back in the U.S. visiting family and will join us in Ann Arbor for the afternoon! 

Lauren Benitez ('23) is currently working in the Economic Development sector in Fiji with the Peace Corps. She has just...

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International Student Lunch Conversation
Wednesday, December 4, 2024

Description: International Student Lunch Conversation (ISLC) is a casual time and space for international students to connect with each other and talk about life as an international student in the U.S. and at U-M.

December’s ISLC will take place at the Hatcher Graduate Library’s...

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Work in the UK After Graduation: HPI Visa Webinar
Friday, December 6, 2024

Description: Are you interested in working in the United Kingdom (UK) after graduation? Recent graduates from U-M are eligible to work in the UK for up to two years (three years for graduates with a PhD) on a High Potential Individual (HPI) visa. Only a select number of universities around the...

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60 Minutes Around the Globe: Afghanistan
Friday, December 6, 2024

Description: 60 Minutes Around the Globe is a program series hosted by the International House Ann Arbor (IHAA) and the International Center where members of the international community share a brief presentation about the culture and history of their home country. The presentation is followed by a time for discussion and...

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Soccer with the IC
Saturday, December 7, 2024

Description: Come play another pick-up soccer game with the IC! The game will be played indoors at the Sports Coliseum on a hard court (much like futsal).

This will be a very casual game and is meant for meeting other international students and scholars. We recommend bringing athletic clothing...

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December Birthday Celebration
Wednesday, December 11, 2024

Description: Join us as we celebrate international students and scholars with birthdays in December! We'll enjoy cake, coffee, and tea, and we encourage you to bring your friends together to celebrate your birthday! Meet us at the International House Ann Arbor (IHAA) located at 921 Church Street in Ann Arbor. Please...

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December International Coffee Hour
Friday, December 13, 2024

Description: International Coffee Hour is a great opportunity to meet new people from around the world! The event is open to all members of the U-M community, including international and U.S. students, scholars, faculty, staff and their partners.

Our December International Coffee Hour will be held in partnership with...

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Meet & Greet with Currently Serving Peace Corps Volunteers: Janine & Donavin (Colombia)
Wednesday, December 18, 2024

Description: Join us for a casual meet and greet with University of Michigan alumni and currently serving Peace Corps Volunteers, Janine and Donavin! They will be back in the U.S. visiting family and will join us in Ann Arbor for the afternoon! 

Janine is an educator interested in trauma-informed practices, language teaching, and equity in the classroom. She graduated...

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