Intercultural

The Monthly International Student Impact Circle is an intimate gathering for international students across the University of Michigan to connect, reflect, and share experiences related to campus climate and life at U-M. This space is designed to support meaningful conversation around the changes and challenges that may be affecting international students.

Through facilitated dialogue, the series aims to build community, offer mutual support, and create room for reflection, processing, and healing.

Join us for a celebration of Día de los Muertos (Day of the Dead), a Mexican tradition that honors and remembers loved ones who have passed away.

Experience Mexican culture through traditional decorations, delicious Mexican food, and pan de muerto (a traditional sweet bread enjoyed during this holiday).

Learn about the five U.S. territories—Puerto Rico, the U.S. Virgin Islands, Guam, the Northern Mariana Islands, and American Samoa—presented by Felix Baez-Santiago, U-M doctoral student in Survey and Data Science as part of 60 Minutes Around the Globe. This program invites community members to share the culture and history of places to which they have personal connections. Following the presentation, continue the conversation, meet new people, and enjoy refreshments! Registration is required to help us provide enough food for everyone.

Visit the University of Michigan Museum of Art for a fun afternoon of indoor activities! Stop by the museum between 3:00 - 4:30 PM to connect with other families as you explore sculptures and build your own creations. UMMA volunteers will facilitate conversations about the art and guide you through the space.

Learn about Myanmar and connect with others in the U-M international community at 60 Minutes Around the Globe. This program offers an opportunity to learn about a country’s culture and history through a brief presentation by community members with personal connections to that country. Afterward, continue the conversation, meet new people, and enjoy light refreshments together.

Registration is required so we can provide enough food for everyone.

Learn about Tajikistan and connect with others in the U-M international community at 60 Minutes Around the Globe. This program offers an opportunity to learn about a country’s culture and history through a brief presentation by community members with personal connections to that country. Afterward, continue the conversation, meet new people, and enjoy light refreshments together.

Registration is required so we can provide enough food for everyone.

The Ann Arbor District Library (AADL) is just blocks from the University of Michigan and hosts some amazing events and resources!

Meet at CEW+ for an introduction to the Center and lunch, then we'll walk over together for a tour of the library and library card sign-ups. Once you register for the event, we'll send you additional information about what to bring with you. Family members are encouraged to attend!

The Monthly International Student Impact Circle is an intimate gathering for international students across the University of Michigan to connect, reflect, and share experiences related to campus climate and life at U-M. This space is designed to support meaningful conversation around the changes and challenges that may be affecting international students.

Through facilitated dialogue, the series aims to build community, offer mutual support, and create room for reflection, processing, and healing.

The Monthly International Student Impact Circle is an intimate gathering for international students across the University of Michigan to connect, reflect, and share experiences related to campus climate and life at U-M. This space is designed to support meaningful conversation around the changes and challenges that may be affecting international students.

Through facilitated dialogue, the series aims to build community, offer mutual support, and create room for reflection, processing, and healing.

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 enjoying light refreshments.