International Education Week
Global Experience, Your Competitive Advantage
The Center for Global Business recognizes and celebrates the vital role that international education plays in shaping a more connected world here at the Smith School and the University of Maryland during International Education Week (IEW) 2026 from November 16-20.
Join the conversation on social media with the Forum on Education Abroad and show your support for global learning during IEW. Use #ChampionIE and let the world know why international education matters.
Participate in IEW events here on campus:
Monday, November 16
'Celebrate International Education with CGB' Kick-Off
Stop by the Employer of the Day desk at the front of Van Munching Hall for CGB swag, celebrate global learning at the Smith School, and learn more about IEW events.
- Date: November 16 | Time: 9 a.m. to Noon | Location: Employer Desk, Van Munching Hall
Innovation Station Business Incubator (ISBI) Open House & Demo Day
Join the Prince George’s County Economic Development Corporation (PGCEDC) for the ISBI Open House & Demo Day, an engaging afternoon bringing together entrepreneurs, innovators, business leaders, and community partners to showcase innovative businesses, foster meaningful connections, and explore resources that support entrepreneurs and business growth in Prince George’s County.
- Date: November 16 | Time: 1:30 to 3:30 p.m. | Location: 1801 McCormick Drive, Suite 450, Largo, Md. 20774
Language Chats at the Language House
Everyone is welcome to practice, improve, share, or maintain their language skills in a casual setting with drinks and snacks. The program meets every Monday from 4 to 5:30 p.m. at St. Mary’s Hall, home to the Language House Living-Learning Program, and is open to members of the campus community interested in practicing or sharing any language they are learning or have learned. Regularly available language tables include Arabic, Chinese, French, German, Hebrew, Italian, Japanese, Korean, Persian, Portuguese, Russian and Spanish.
- Affiliation: College of Arts and Humanities | Language House | School of Languages, Literatures, and Cultures
- Date: November 16 | Time: 4 PM | Location: Language House, St. Mary´s Hall, MPR
Language House International Film Series: "Solaris" with the Russian Cluster
Join students from the Language House Russian cluster for the next installment in the International Film Series! We'll be screening the film "Solaris" on Monday, November 16 at 8:00pm in the International Film Lounge (0107), on the ground floor of St. Mary's Hall. English subtitles will be provided. Everyone is welcome!
- Affiliation: College of Arts and Humanities | Language House | School of Languages, Literatures, and Cultures
- Date: November 16 | Time: 8 to 9:30 p.m. | Location: 0107, St. Mary´s Hall
Tuesday, November 17
Summer 2027 Global Internship Information Session
Join the Center for Global Business to learn how students can travel abroad for a 6-credit internship. Spend the summer of a lifetime working in Sydney, Singapore, Prague, Buenos Aires, Dublin, Madrid, Paris or Auckland!
- Affiliation: Center for Global Business
- Date: November 17 | Time: 3 p.m. | Location: Zoom
- Register here.
Wednesday, November 18
Coffee & Conversations: Study Abroad and Language Immersion
Join us for Community Coffee Hour, a casual event for students interested in language immersion and study abroad. Hear from alumni about their experiences abroad, connect with peers, and learn about language scholarship opportunities over coffee and light refreshments.
- Affiliation: The Language House | Education Abroad | Office of International Affairs
- Date: November 18 | Time: 3:30 to 5 p.m. | Location: St Mary's Hall MPR
The SPP Research Workshop Series brings together faculty, doctoral students, and invited scholars to share and discuss research. The series aims to foster our intellectual community, advance rigorous research, and help scholars communicate their findings in accessible and impactful ways. Participants are asked to review the research paper in advance so the session can focus on discussion. Each workshop includes a brief introduction, remarks from a doctoral student discussant, and an open discussion. To request access to the research paper, please contact Melodie Lim at mlim24@umd.edu.
- Affiliation: School of Public Policy
- Date: November 18 | Time: Noon to 1:15 p.m. | Location: 2202, Thurgood Marshall Hall
Thursday, November 19
International Coffee Hour is a great way to connect with other students & scholars (both domestic and international), meet UMD staff and faculty, and enjoy coffee, tea, and snacks!
- Affiliation: International Student & Scholar Services | Office of International Affairs
- Date: November 19 | Time: 2:30 to 3:30 p.m. | Location: Global Crossroads, H.J. Patterson Hall
U21 Sustainable Micro-internship Kick-Off
Kick-off event for UMD students recently accepted into the U21 Sustainable Micro-internships program. Participants will meet their UMD cohort, hear from alumni, and learn what to expect as they begin this international, sustainability-focused internship experience.
- Affiliation: Global Learning Initiatives | Office of International Affairs
- Date: November 19 | Time: 5 to 6 p.m. | Location: 2242, H.J. Patterson Hall
Friday, November 20
Maryland International Education Day
As MIEC’s flagship annual event, Maryland International Education Day highlights our state’s vibrant leadership in international education and celebrates the unique contributions and vital perspectives that international students, faculty, and U.S. study abroad participants bring to Maryland’s campuses and local communities.
- Affiliation: Maryland Governor’s Office
- Date: November 20 | Time: 9 a.m to 5 p.m. | Location: St. Johns College, Annapolis