Share Global Opportunities
IEW is a campus-wide experience, and all campus departments and programs can get involved. Typical activities include:
Country poster presentations
Etiquette dinner by International Students Association
Study abroad scholarship workshops
International Scholarship Showcases
Information sessions and panels
And more!
Share your international stories and experiences on social media using #wyoglobal.
Excellence in Internationalization
The Global Engagement Office will kick off IEW early, on November 13, 5 - 6:30 pm, in the Business College Atrium, to celebrate Excellence in Internationalization at UW.
Please join us for refreshments and a celebration of UW and community global leadership, honoring the work of individuals who have demonstrated excellence in global engagement! The kickoff will include an award celebration of recent Excellence in Internationalization awardees and light refreshments. All are welcome to attend.
See below for the full IEW schedule:
UW Etiquette Dinner | Wyoming Union Ballroom | Time TBD
Join ISA to celebrate an etiquette dinner from cultures around the world! Tickets for the event are required and will be available to students and community members. There will be a food drive during the dinner as well, to support our community, where you can contribute non-perishable food items and/or cash.
Country Displays | Wyoming Union Breezeway | 9 am - 1 pm
Check out the International Student displays in the Wyoming Union Breezeway. Be prepared for a display of culture, food (for purchase), history, and more from student groups at the University of Wyoming. Students interested in participating can contact uwglobal@uwyo.edu.
Gilman Scholarship Info Session | Cheney International Center | 2:10 - 2:40 pm
Meet with Education Abroad to learn about Gilman Scholarships and how to apply. Zoom option available.
SLCE International Volunteering | Union Basement | 3 - 5 pm
Join the Service, Leadership, and Community Engagement (SLCE) Office in making dog toys that will be donated to animals in local shelters. Toys will be made out of recycled t-shirts, using basic braiding techniques (no experience required). Supplies and instructions will be provided. Animals will not be present.
International Specialty Drinks | Rendezvous Cafe
Globally inpired coffee and chocolate treats, including:
- "Horchata" Hot Chocolate w/ dark chocolate sauce, vanilla and brown sugar syrups, and cinnamon)
- "Turkish Coffee" (Raw brown sugar latte steamed with cinnamon)
- "Irish Toffee Coffee" (Latte w/ Irish cream and toffee nut syrup)
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Passport Application Event | Coe Library 506 | 1 pm - 3 pm
Apply for and renew your passport! Run by Education Abroad, in conjunction with the Albany County Clerk of District Court.
International Student Tax Filing Resources and ITIN Essentials | Business 171 | 12:15 - 1 pm
Learn how to navigate US tax filing as an international student with step-by-step guidance on determining tax residency, meeting filing requirements, and tax support resources, including the UW Tax Office, Low Income Taxpayer Clinic, and Volunteer Income Tax Assistance programs.
Gilman Scholarship Info Session | Cheney International Center | 2:45 - 3:15 pm
Meet with Education Abroad to learn about Gilman Scholarships and how to apply. Zoom option available.
Cowboy Coaching | Cheney International Center Basement | 9 am - 4 pm
Meet students and build community at our Cheney Center Cowboy Coaching Community Celebration. Drop in to the International Resource Center in the CIC Basement at any point to connect with the team.
Heart Mountain Presentation | Business College Scarlett Auditorium | 4 - 5:30 pm
Heart Mountain Foundation Executive Director Aura Newlin and JOI Coordinator Haruka Takaku will present on shared work with Heart Mountain and the Japan Outreach Initiative. More details to come.
International Specialty Drinks | Rendezvous Cafe
Globally inpired coffee and chocolate treats, including:
- "Horchata" Hot Chocolate w/ dark chocolate sauce, vanilla and brown sugar syrups, and cinnamon)
- "Turkish Coffee" (Raw brown sugar latte steamed with cinnamon)
- "Irish Toffee Coffee" (Latte w/ Irish cream and toffee nut syrup)
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Wake Up Wednesday with ISS | Cheney International Center Basement | 9 am - 11 am
International Students and Scholars presents Wake Up Wednesday, light snacks, tea, and hot coffee. Students should invite faculty, staff, advisors, coaches, and other UW people that help to support their education!
International Student Make-A-Thon | Coe Library Innovation Center Makerspace | 11 am - 3pm
Join students from around the world to create holiday décor inspired by your country’s winter traditions. Using the makerspace’s crafting tools, create pieces to be sold at the UW Staff Senate Holiday Market. Proceeds will support Robbie’s House, a local nonprofit serving individuals experiencing homelessness.
International Teaching Assistant Training Certificate of Completion Award Ceremony | Cheney International Center Basement | 11:30 am - 12:30 pm
A record number of International Graduate Assistants earned their UW ITA Training Certificate of Completion this year! Come witness their celebration and presentation of certificates with the Dean of Graduate Education, WyoGlobal, and English Language Center. Snacks will be served.
A Conversation with Ambassador Jeanine Jackson | A&S Simpson Room (139) | 12 - 1 pm Ambassador Jeanine Jackson (a Wyoming native from Sheridan) will give an overview of her distinguished career as a diplomat, military officer, and strong supporter of girls' education in Africa. Lunch will be provided.
Shanghai University of Sport Adventures | Union Family Room | 2 - 3 pm
Six visiting students from Shanghai University of Sport share their Wyoming adventures in academics and Nordic skiing. Traditional Chinese snacks and drinks will be provided.
COST Info Session | Classroom Building 137 | 3:10 - 4 pm
Learn about the Consortium for Overseas Student Teaching with Education Abroad.
International Photo Contest Reception | Union Family Room | 5 - 6:30 pm
Education Abroad is thrilled to announce our Fall 2025 International Photo Contest! The contest is an opportunity for the UW community to share their impactful photos and stories from abroad. Submit your photos by Monday, November 3, to participate!
Join us on the 19th to view the 2025 photo contest submissions and socialize with students, staff, and faculty. Please RSVP for the reception.
International Specialty Drinks | Rendezvous Cafe
Globally inpired coffee and chocolate treats, including:
- "Horchata" Hot Chocolate w/ dark chocolate sauce, vanilla and brown sugar syrups, and cinnamon)
- "Turkish Coffee" (Raw brown sugar latte steamed with cinnamon)
- "Irish Toffee Coffee" (Latte w/ Irish cream and toffee nut syrup)
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International Research Posters | Wyoming Union Breezeway | 11 am - 1 pm
Stop by to see student international research from around the world. Students interested in participating can contact cgs@uwyo.edu.
The Amazing Race: Around the library in 90 minutes | Coe Library | 4 - 5:30 pm
Join UW Libraries for an exciting adventure without leaving Coe Library! Have you ever wanted to be on a game show? Now is your chance! Four teams will embark on a race around the library with a chance to win library swag and learn about the world. Children welcome. There are only 16 spots available, so register and don't miss out! The world is waiting for you. Good luck.
Faculty International Funding Roundtable | TBD | 4 - 6 pm
Discuss the international funding landscape for faculty at a roundtable led by expert UW faculty and staff, including Melissa Morris, Tristan Wallhead, and Shawna McBride.
International Specialty Drinks | Rendezvous Cafe
Globally inpired coffee and chocolate treats, including:
- "Horchata" Hot Chocolate w/ dark chocolate sauce, vanilla and brown sugar syrups, and cinnamon)
- "Turkish Coffee" (Raw brown sugar latte steamed with cinnamon)
- "Irish Toffee Coffee" (Latte w/ Irish cream and toffee nut syrup)
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Visual Facilitation Workshop | College of Business 123 | 12:30 - 2:30 pm
Join a workshop with visiting Fulbright Scholar Dr. Sondos Bannouri and learn to use sketch noting to communicate like a pro. Lunch provided.
International Specialty Drinks | Rendezvous Cafe
Globally inpired coffee and chocolate treats, including:
- "Horchata" Hot Chocolate w/ dark chocolate sauce, vanilla and brown sugar syrups, and cinnamon)
- "Turkish Coffee" (Raw brown sugar latte steamed with cinnamon)
- "Irish Toffee Coffee" (Latte w/ Irish cream and toffee nut syrup)
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Get Involved
All colleges, departments, and student organizations are encouraged to get involved in IEW, and to share the all the wonderful international aspects of UW! Whether it is a uniquely designed activity specifically for IEW, or an event that reflects your department's (or your own) internationalization efforts, we look forward to celebrating and deepening the global impact of our institution. We encourage you to spotlight your international students and faculty, returned education abroad students, and international research. Suggested activities include cultural demonstrations, panel discussions, professional development, workshops, poster sessions, and more.
Students, faculty, and staff may submit appropriate events that will occur during IEW for inclusion in our online calendar and in printed publications. WyoGobal will provide some assistance in coordinating, but full event planning is up to the students, faculty, and staff. The deadline for event submission is open until November 12th. If you'd like to submit for fall 2025, please contact global@uwyo.edu.
International Education Week 2025 Partners
