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.

It's Not Just a Good Idea…It's the Law!
Friday, January 24, 2025

Description: Every country has norms for what is acceptable and unacceptable, and similarly for what is legal and illegal in that particular country. This presentation will offer important information on what is and is not permitted in the United States.

The session will also include a brief overview of landlord-tenant law, including information about what your landlord...

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Taste of Culture: Lunar New Year
Wednesday, January 29, 2025

Description: Join the International Center to celebrate Lunar New Year! This holiday represents the beginning of the new year in the lunisolar calendar, and is one of the most important holidays for many communities around the world! This celebration also kicks off the year of the Snake in the Chinese Zodiac!

Join us for this grab-and-go event, which will feature...

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Lunch & Learn: Empowerment Self-Defense
Thursday, January 30, 2025

Description: Take control of your personal safety by learning physical and verbal strategies to counter violence through our empowerment self-defense workshop! 

The workshops, led by Sexual Harassment and Rape Prevention (SHARP)-certified instructors, aim to teach participants situational awareness and prevention skills to leave them better equipped to deal with...

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60 Minutes Around the Globe: Uganda
Friday, January 31, 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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Booking International Flights on a Budget
Wednesday, February 5, 2025

Description: Come to this session to hear tips about booking international flights on a budget. We will include a live demo on how to book a flight and there will also be time for Q&A after the presentation. If you're new to booking international flights, this workshop is for you!

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Soccer with the IC
Friday, February 7, 2025

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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February Birthday Celebration
Tuesday, February 11, 2025

Description: Join us as we celebrate international students and scholars with birthdays in February! 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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Taste of Culture: Paczki Day at the IC
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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MEAL (MEET, EAT, AND AMERICAN LIFE) @ MICHIGAN
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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MEAL (MEET, EAT, AND AMERICAN LIFE) @ MICHIGAN
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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