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!
Be prepared! Come to this workshop to learn about U-M health and safety resources and how you can take advantage of them during your summer travels!
This presentation is open to all students who will be traveling abroad this summer, and it will especially be geared towards students who will be participating in independent education abroad opportunities, such as internships.
On Tuesday, February 17, 2026 many people in the state of Michigan will celebrate “Pączki Day'' (otherwise known as Fat Tuesday - the day before Ash Wednesday) by eating a jelly-filled pastry called a Pączki. Pączki (pronounced POONCH-kee) are Polish pastries that bakeries around Michigan and the Midwest will prepare one time per year in celebration of this holiday! In other parts of the United States, Fat Tuesday is recognized by the more widely known Mardi Gras festival.
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.
March’s ISLC will take place at the Hatcher Graduate Library’s Gallery Event Space from 12:00 - 1:00 PM. Lunch will be provided!
ISLCs are co-sponsored by the U-M Library, Counseling and Psychological Services (CAPS), and the International Center.
Is this your first time experiencing a cold winter and snow? Or, maybe this will not be your first winter in Michigan, but you would still like to hear from locals on how to be more comfortable during the winter months. In this session, we will give you some tips on how to survive a Michigan winter, including what to wear, how to be safe getting around Ann Arbor, what activities you can do, and more!
Winter hats and refreshments will be provided!
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.
This month, we’re teaming up with Wolverine Wellness to offer a relaxing study break. Join us to decorate your very own International Center tote bag and enjoy some great company!
Come play another pick-up soccer game with the IC! This month’s 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, gym shoes, and a water bottle.
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 in advance so we can plan how much food to order.
This event is co-sponsored by the International Center and IHAA.
Join the International Center for information on how to find and fund an international internship! During the presentation, we’ll cover: