International Learning
Campus-wide Opportunities
Each fall and spring semester, GGC dedicates a week to an array of campus-wide events to celebrate and promote intercultural learning.
- Discover international music, poetry and film.
- Test your global knowledge in daily quizzes.
- Learn or practice a foreign language and exchange cultural information at student-led world language tables.
- Hear past study abroad adventures and learn about current educational opportunities that prepare Grizzlies to thrive in a global environment.
- Learn from GGC’s diverse faculty voices as they share their research and experiences about political issues around the globe.
Global Awareness Week (GAW) celebrates diversity through a week-long exchange of perspectives and cultural and linguistic experiences. The entire campus community is invited to participate in the diverse activities.
Hacer: Built in Mexico
Monday, April 6 | 10-11 a.m. | B-1000 / The Belonging Center
During Global Awareness Week '26, explore the evolution of Mexican architecture and its worldwide impact.
Is Peace Corps Prep for Me?
Monday, April 6 | 12-1 p.m. | B-1000 / The Belonging Center
Peace Corps Prep centers on four core competencies designed to prepare students for international service: training and experience in a specific work sector, foreign language skills, intercultural competence and professional and leadership development. Learn how this program can be beneficial to you.
GGC Global Gathering 4: Global skills for your career
Tuesday, April 7 | 12-1 p.m. | B-1000 / The Belonging Center
While enjoying food and fellowship, learn about the role of globally focused skills for career development.
Is Cuba Next?
Tuesday, April 7 | 3:20-4:30 p.m. | C-1100
In this timely discussion, the panel will discuss U.S.-Cuba relations and what it would mean if tensions escalated.
The Art of Global Culture
Wednesday, April 8 | 12-2 p.m. | LVIS
Culture takes the catwalk during Global Awareness Week '26. Don't miss this international fashion show and cultural showcase hosted by Hispanic Achievers Committed to Excellence in Results (HACER) in collaboration with multiple student organizations.
Essential Dialogues
Thursday, April 9, 12-1 p.m. | CISCO Auditorium
Join us for a dialogue on the pressing world issues of today. Be part of the conversation that turns insight into impact.
No English Networking Night
Thursday, April 9, 5:30-6:30 p.m. | 2nd floor lounge / Student Center
Join the Language & Linguistics Society (LLS) for an immersive evening of language learning with a catch – no one can speak English! This event is for students studying different languages to connect and practice speaking in their target language. Don’t worry if you get stuck – LLS officers will be nearby to help.
Sigma Iota Rho Spring Induction Ceremony
Friday, April 10, 12-1 p.m. | Zoom event
Interested in learning more about how joining this prestigious honor society can benefit you? Join us as we induct the newest members of Sigma Iota Rho Honor Society for International Studies. Dr. David Felsen will give the keynote address.
2025 International Education Week Schedule (Nov. 10-14)
International Education Week (IEW) recognizes the benefits of international education and exchange worldwide. This joint initiative of the U.S. Department of State and the U.S. Department of Education prepares students for a global environment and attracts future leaders from abroad to learn and share their experiences.
Global Studies Certification Latin American Studies Certificate
Upcoming Internationalization Events
HACER: Built in Mexico - GAW
Explore the evolution of Mexican architecture and its worldwide impact as part of Global Awareness Week (GAW) 2026.
Is Peace Corps Prep for Me? – GAW
Training and experience in a specific work sector
Foreign language skills
Intercultural competence
Professional and leadership development
Global Skills for Your Career – GAW
Join Internationalization in the Belonging Center (B-1000) to learn about the importance of globally focused skills for career development during Global Awareness Week (GAW