International Education Week

During International Education Week 2024, the center recognizes and continues to offer the Smith School opportunities to explore and expand their global mindset, global career possibilities, and all that international education offers.

Leading up to and during #IEW2024atSmith, showcase your global experience and inspire others to EXPLORE the world on Padlet.

Your experience will be showcased on the Padlet which will be displayed on the Smith School plasmas during #IEW2024 from November 18-22, 2024. Those who submit their experience and receive the most likes will have a chance to win CGB swag. 

Showcase your experience here and follow these steps:

  1. Scan the QR code or follow the link.
  2. Hit the "+" button to add a post and photo (if you'd like).
  3. Tell us about your global experience!

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International Education Week is a joint initiative of the U.S. Department of State and the U.S. Department of Education “to promote programs that prepare Americans for a global environment and attract future leaders from abroad to study, learn, and exchange experiences.” 

Pre-IEW Activities

Wednesday, November 13
Maryland Veteran Small Business Week Celebration
Cosponsored by the Center for Global Business
5 to 7 p.m.
Capital One Tech Incubator
7878 Diamondback Dr.

Thursday, November 14
International Business Student Organization Presents: International Business Trek
1 to 6 p.m. | On-site company locations
Visit companies with global operations and learn about concepts in international business while highlighting the Capital Region. The trek will depart from VMH at 1:15 p.m. and return by 6 p.m. Open to undergraduate and graduate students. Visits include the Medtronic and the International Monetary Fund.

International Education Week

Monday, November 18

'Explore with CGB' Kick-Off
9 to 11 a.m. | Employer Desk | Van Munching Hall
Stop by the Employer of the Day desk at the front of Van Munching Hall for treats and learn more about IEW events.

Language House Chats
4 to 5:30 p.m. | Multipurpose Room and Lounge, St. Mary's Hall
All are welcome to come practice, improve, or share their language skills in a casual setting at the Language House Language Chats in St. Mary's Hall. The Language Chats provide you with the opportunity to meet with native speakers of each language and to find conversational partners of varying proficiency levels. Languages available this semester are: Arabic, Chinese, French, German, Hebrew, Italian, Japanese, Korean, Persian, Portuguese, Russian, and Spanish.

Tuesday, November 19

Explore with CGB
10 to 11 a.m. | Atrium, VMH
Visit the CGB table for treats and learn more about IEW events.

Global Advantage Workshop: Leveraging LinkedIn for Global Connections
Noon to 1 p.m. | Global Crossroads, H.J. Patterson
Learn expert tips on maximizing your profile's impact and strategically building connections that can open doors to career opportunities where you can leverage your global skills.

Faculty and Staff: Supporting Academic Belonging for International Students
2 to 3:30 p.m. | ESJ 0201, TLTC's Instructional Development Studio
Learn about UMD’s international student population and practice strategies for increasing belonging, explicitly articulating academic culture, and supporting a diverse global student population in the classroom.

Student Global Leadership Board Information Session
4:30 to 5:30 p.m. | Register for the info session

Learn how to apply to serve on the first CGB Student Global Leadership Board. Act as a bridge between the student body and the Center for Global Business to ensure programs align with students' needs and interests, help enhance global opportunities, foster leadership development, and create a lasting impact.

Wednesday, November 20

Global Summer Internship Info Session
4 to 5 p.m.| Room 1336, Van Munching Hall
Learn about the Summer Global Internship program. Receive six credits while interning abroad this summer.

Thursday, November 21

Global Consulting Associate Program Info Session
Noon to 1 p.m. | Via Zoom
Learn about how to become a Global Consulting Associate and serve on a consulting team for either the Maryland Global Consulting Program or the U.S. Market Entry Consulting Program.

International Coffee Hour
2:30 to 3:30 p.m. | St. Mary's Hall
Connect with other students & scholars (both domestic and international), meet UMD staff and faculty, and enjoy coffee, tea, and snacks.

CGBP Student Pathways Info Session
4 to 5 p.m. | Via Zoom
Learn about the one-credit course that will prepare you for the Certified Global Business Professional exam from NASBITE International. Open to undergraduate and graduate students.

Friday, November 22

Strategic Export Planning for Startups
11 a.m. to Noon | Zoom
This session will highlight why strategic planning is crucial for scaling your startup internationally and guide you through essential steps for identifying target markets, developing effective export strategies, and navigating compliance requirements. We’ll also discuss resources and assistance available to support your efforts, along with key risk management strategies to safeguard your business.

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