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.

Tuesday, February 25, 2025

Description: Join us for a casual meet and greet with Taylor Hayes, current U-M graduate student and Returned Peace Corps Volunteer who served in Guinea as a Public Health Educator. Taylor is also our new Peace Corps Prep Graduate Student Advisor. Lunch will be provided!

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Tuesday, March 4, 2025

Description: On Tuesday, March 4, 2025 many people in the state of Michigan will celebrate “Paczki Day'' (otherwise known as Fat Tuesday - the day before Ash Wednesday) by eating a jelly-filled pastry called a Paczki. Paczki  (pronounced POONCH-kee) are Polish pastries that bakeries around Michigan and the Midwest will prepare one time per year in celebration of this holiday!...

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Friday, March 7, 2025

What is MEAL @ Michigan?

MEAL @ Michigan is an opportunity for U-M faculty and staff to host international students at their home for dinner. The program is a great opportunity for cross-cultural exchange, as well as to showcase the diversity of U.S. households.

MEAL @ Michigan dinners are meant to be informal and relaxed, and we provide both hosts and students with guides...

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Saturday, March 8, 2025

What is MEAL @ Michigan?

MEAL @ Michigan is an opportunity for U-M faculty and staff to host international students at their home for dinner. The program is a great opportunity for cross-cultural exchange, as well as to showcase the diversity of U.S. households.

MEAL @ Michigan dinners are meant to be informal and relaxed, and we provide both hosts and students with guides...

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Tuesday, March 11, 2025

Description: Join us as we celebrate international students and scholars with birthdays in March! 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 register...

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Tuesday, March 11, 2025

Description: Do you plan to work in the United States after finishing your degree? This program is designed to help international students maximize their chances of finding employment in the U.S. We'll discuss how to put together an effective job search, provide an overview of immigration regulations pertinent to international students, and highlight some of the many resources...

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Thursday, March 13, 2025

Description: Complete your Peace Corps Prep Interview requirement in a group setting at an interview workshop presented by University Career Center staff and a U-M Peace Corps recruiter. This presentation will cover both universal interview tips, as those that are specific to the Peace Corps interview process. Lunch will be provided.

Note: Although this session is...

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Friday, March 14, 2025

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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Tuesday, March 18, 2025

Description: Representatives from the Michigan Department of Treasury will explain the State of Michigan tax form to international students and scholars. This webinar is specifically designed for F-1 and J-1 international students and scholars. It will not help permanent residents or U.S. citizens.

Since your Michigan tax form uses information from specific parts of...

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Wednesday, March 19, 2025

Description: Representatives from the Michigan Department of Treasury will explain the State of Michigan tax form to international students and scholars. This webinar is specifically designed for F-1 and J-1 international students and scholars. It will not help permanent residents or U.S. citizens.

Since your Michigan tax form uses information from specific parts of...

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