International Education Week
International Education Week (IEW) has been celebrated annually since its inception in 2000 by the US Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs. IEW is an opportunity to celebrate the benefits of international education and exchange worldwide. Murray State University invites faculty, staff, and students to participate each year by attending a session, performance, forum, event, or other scholarly or creative opportunity that celebrates international education.
IEW 2024 - November 18-22
Join us for any or all of our free events which are open to the public!
Questions? Email us at msu.studyabroad@murraystate.edu.
2024 Schedule
Lunch at Winslow Dining Hall - International Cuisine Week
Taste of England at Savory Station - Fish & Chips and assorted teas
2:00 p.m. - CCSA Information & Application Session
135 Blackburn Science Building
Picture yourself studying abroad for 2 weeks in Australia, Belize, England, Ireland, or Scotland! Earn academic credit in a variety of fields like public health, art & design, creative writing, intercultural communications, evolutionary biology, and political science (just to name a few!). Stop by to learn more - bring your computer and we鈥檒l help you fill out your application!
3:00 p.m. - Education Abroad Open Advising
135 Blackburn Science Building
Are you thinking about studying abroad but you don't know how to choose a program? Do you need help with your program application? Do you have questions about scholarships? Are you just not sure how to proceed and want to talk to someone?
A representative from our office will be in 135 Blackburn Science Building every Monday at 3 p.m. and Thursday at 11 a.m. to help answer questions. No appointment is needed - just stop on by!
4:00 p.m. - Hungary Summer Program Information & Application Session
135 Blackburn Science Building
This program is for Agriculture or Education majors. Gain first-hand experience in international agriculture, agribusiness, animal science, equine science, or veterinary medicine. Compare consumer decision making processes between the United States and Hungary. Join us this May by filling out your today!
Dinner at Winslow Dining Hall - International Cuisine Week
Taste of Turkey at Simple Servings and Dessert Stations - Turkey Kofta and Baklava
7:00 p.m. - Trivia Night
Hart Hall Lobby
Join us for Food & Drink-themed International Trivia Night! There is no need to have a team so come by yourself or come with friends! Learn about the world and win fun prizes! Individuals do not have to be a Hart Hall resident to participate.
Lunch at Winslow Dining Hall - International Cuisine Week
Taste of Spain at Sprouts Station - Paella
2:00 p.m. - BIPOC / First-Generation Student Presentation
135 Blackburn Science Building
Learn how to take advantage of resources on campus that support you and your study abroad goals! Hear from study abroad alumni about their personal experiences abroad.
3:00 p.m. - Hot Juicy Gossip
135 Blackburn Science Building
Join us for an engaging panel where past study abroad students share their unfiltered experiences of studying abroad. This conversation will explore the realities not always shown in the highlight reels 鈥� everything from culture shock and loneliness to personal growth through adversity. Audience members will have the opportunity to ask live, anonymous questions in an open-space setting that allows for authentic dialogue about the ups and downs of life abroad.
Featured student speakers include: Emma Ward, Nathan Plenert, and Sydney Littrell
4:00 p.m. - Discover Korea Program Information & Application Session
135 Blackburn Science Building
Are you a graduate student looking for a study abroad experience in Postsecondary Education? Then we have the program for you! Come learn how you could expand your educational horizons through international travel in South Korea this May. Go ahead and start your before you head over and we'll help you submit it for review!
Dinner at Winslow Dining Hall - International Cuisine Week
Taste of France at Savory Station - Beef Bourguignon
6:00 p.m. - Study Abroad and Gilman Scholarship Experience Review
Faculty Hall 406
Come learn about Michele Curd鈥檚 experience studying abroad on the KIIS Merida Mexico program. Michele is a Gilman Scholarship recipient and is eager to discuss how students can receive scholarships to explore the world! Murray State student Agnes Ruiz Estrada will also be present to share information about her home country of Mexico.
7:00 p.m. - Trivia Night
HC Franklin Hall Classroom
Join us for Clothing & Culture-themed International Trivia Night. There is no need to have a team so come by yourself or come with friends! Learn about the world and win fun prizes! Individuals do not have to be an HC Franklin Hall resident to participate.
Lunch at Winslow Dining Hall - International Cuisine Week
Taste of Cuba at Sizzle Station - Cuban Sandwich
2:00 p.m. - Semester in Regensburg Program Information & Application Session
135 Blackburn Science Building
Learn how you can spend a semester in Regensburg, Germany. This amazing semester-long faculty-led opportunity allows you to earn credit towards your MSU degree while exploring the medieval city of Regensburg.
The Fall 2025 program has course offerings in ART, BUS, ENG, FIN, GER, HON, HUM, and LSC. that are submitted by December 1st get first priority on this limited-space program.
3:00 p.m. - KIIS Information & Application Session
135 Blackburn Science Building
Are you hoping to participate in a KIIS program? Meet Murray State University KIIS program directors and faculty and ask questions about their upcoming programs. Additional Education Abroad Office staff will be on hand to help you work on your application and learn more about the study abroad process.
Faculty on the upcoming KIIS Paris I, Prague, Spain I, and Turkey programs will be there to answer questions!
4:00 p.m. - Benjamin A Gilman International Scholarship Information Session
135 Blackburn Science Building
If you are a Pell Grant recipient applying to study abroad, then you鈥檙e eligible to apply for the Gilman Scholarship, a program of the US Department of State鈥檚 Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs (ECA). Attend this session to learn more about the application process and how to make your application competitive.
Dinner at Winslow Dining Hall - International Cuisine Week
Taste of Germany at Savory Station - Pork Schnitzel
5:00 p.m. - Semester in Regensburg Program Dinner & Information Session
Winslow Dining Hall
Learn about the Semester in Regensburg program from the Regensburg faculty and staff while enjoying dinner at Winslow Dining Hall. Murray State exchange students from Germany will also be present to answer your questions about living in Germany! The Fall 2025 program has course offerings in ART, BUS, ENG, FIN, GER, HON, HUM, and LSC. submitted by December 1st get first priority on this limited-space program.
7:00 p.m. - Trivia Night
Regents Hall Lobby
Join us for Sports & Entertainment-themed International Trivia Night. There is no need to have a team so come by yourself or come with friends! Learn about the world and win fun prizes! Individuals do not have to be a Regents Hall resident to participate.
8:30 a.m. - 10:30 a.m. - Faculty Study Abroad Ambassador Coffee & Pastry Gathering (Faculty/staff only)
131 Blackburn Science Building
An opportunity to connect with the Education Abroad team and other Faculty Study Abroad Ambassadors across campus. You鈥檒l learn more about upcoming programs, teach-abroad opportunities, and other ways to promote and support education abroad at MSU.
11:00 a.m. - Education Abroad Open Advising
135 Blackburn Science Building
Are you thinking about studying abroad but you don't know how to choose a program? Do you need help with your program application? Do you have questions about scholarships? Are you just not sure how to proceed and want to talk to someone?
A representative from our office will be in 135 Blackburn Science Building every Monday at 3 p.m. and Thursday at 11 a.m. to help answer questions. No appointment is needed - just stop on by!
Lunch at Winslow Dining Hall - International Cuisine Week
Taste of South Korea at Savory Station - Braised Korean Pork Bowl
3:00 p.m. - Belize Teaching Experience Information & Application Session
135 Blackburn Science Building
Learn how you can gain teaching experience by studying in Belize! This program offers students the opportunity to build their resume, teach in a class in Belize during their student teaching semester, and experience the rich Belizean culture. Complete the application today!
4:00 p.m. - Engineering in Italy Information & Application Session
135 Blackburn Science Building
Join us for a quick information session on the upcoming Engineering in Italy Summer program! Space is limited on this program so we recommend stopping by and completing the before the December 1st priority application deadline!
Dinner at Winslow Dining Hall - International Cuisine Week
Taste of Italy at Savory Station - Chicken Piccata with Angel Hair Pasta
7:00 p.m. - Trivia Night
Hart Hall Lobby
Join us for Celebrations & Festivals-themed International Trivia Night. There is no need to have a team so come by yourself or come with friends! Learn about the world and win fun prizes! Individuals do not have to be a Hart Hall resident to participate.
Lunch at Winslow Dining Hall - International Cuisine Week
Taste of India at Savory Station - Tikka Masala
Dinner at Winslow Dining Hall - International Cuisine Week
Taste of Belize at Savory Station - Stewed Chicken & Johnny Cakes
6:00 p.m. - Scholarship Workshop
Faculty Hall 406
Gilman Scholarship recipient, Michele Curd, will help students with their . Come to this event to learn tips about making your scholarship application stand out or come with your pre-written scholarship essay to have it reviewed. Michele wants all students to know that no matter their financial background, they have the opportunity to study abroad!