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Join Global Engagement on Monday, February 20 from 6 - 8 p.m. in 100 Enarson Classroom Building for President's Day Jeopardy!
To honor our presidents and their accomplishments, students will work in teams to answer a series of questions for a chance to win fun prizes!
Refreshments will be provided. Contact
Jess McCune with any questions.
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Join the Office of International Affairs for an afternoon of
ice skating with friends. All students and international scholars are welcome to join.
Visit the
Ohio State Ice Rink, 390 Woody Hayes Drive, on Sunday, February 26 from 7 - 9 p.m.
Scholars will have to bring their own skates or rent a pair for $3. If you have any questions, please contact
Dan Montour.
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In celebration of Black History Month, Global Engagement will host a Hip-Hop workshop on Thursday, February 23, from 5:30 - 6:30 p.m. at the Women's Field House (located across from the RPAC soccer fields).
Students will learn about Hip-Hop's origin in the '70s and its evolution through the years, while practicing fun dance moves.
Plan on wearing comfortable clothes and bring water. Contact Shaniqua Ingol with any questions.
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Global Engagement Film Series
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The Office of International Affairs collaborates with the Gateway Film Center to host our international film series. Students have the chance to view films from around the world for free!
The film tells the story of two tribes at war. When a young girl, Wawa, is betrothed as part of a peace deal, she runs away with her lover, resisting the arranged marriage and causing friction to arise. Watch the trailer!
Admission is free for students with a BuckID. The first 30 students will receive free popcorn and soda! The films are open to the public at regular admission price.
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Apply to Become a Global Ambassador
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The Office of International Affairs is seeking both American and international students to volunteer as Global Ambassadors. The Global Ambassadors will be a diverse team of students committed to promoting cultural exchange at Ohio State.
Students who apply must be in good academic standing and be able to attend multiple meetings throughout the year. Visit
oia.osu.edu to learn more about the opportunities and responsibilities of this role.
Applications are due March 12 at 11:59 p.m.
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At Ohio State, ensuring a healthy and safe campus climate is a top priority. The Campus Climate Survey launched on February 5 and is one part of Buckeyes ACT, Ohio State's comprehensive plan to combat sexual misconduct and relationship violence. This anonymous and voluntary survey is available to all students through Friday, March 10.
The results will be used to guide policies to encourage a healthy, positive and nondiscriminatory environment on campus. The goal is to make Ohio State as safe as possible by developing programs and services that address sexual assault, sexual misconduct and relationship violence. To take the survey, visit go.osu.edu/climatesurvey
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Pre-departure Orientation 2016 Group Discussion
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Did you attend the Pre-departure Orientation in Beijing and Shanghai last June?
The Office of International Affairs would like to invite students who attended the Pre-departure Orientation for a group discussion. Please join us for dinner and share your experience. There are three sessions available. You may sign up at go.osu.edu/OIAFocusGroup.
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Join the Office of International Affairs for Global Engagement Night every Tuesday evening during the semester. Domestic and international students are invited to engage in weekly conversations on a variety of themes.
The next Global Engagement Night will be on international tea, and it will take place on
Tuesday, February 21 from 6 - 7 p.m. in 160 Enarson Classroom Building.
Visit
go.osu.edu/GlobalEngagementNight for a full schedule and a list of topics.
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Global Leadership Initiative is Accepting Applications
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The
Global Leadership Initiative (GLI) is a one-year program for students interested in embracing global perspectives, advocating for diversity and creating a lasting impact in the community.
The 2017 - 2018 cohort will consist of 24 members, including 12 domestic and 12 international students. All applicants must be current undergraduate students who will not graduate prior to the end of spring semester 2018. Please attend an information session and
apply before Sunday, February 26 at 11:59 p.m.
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All international students are invited to attend academic workshops, designed specifically to address issues international students face in the classroom.
Attend "
Keys to Strategic, Confident Test Taking
" on
Wednesday, March 1, 2:30 - 3:30 p.m., in 160 Enarson Classroom Building.
This session is intended to provide international students with tips on how to effectively prepare for tests and exams. Specifically, the session will offer guidance on: c
ombating pre-exam stress, p
lanning study sessions that lead to a sense of preparedness, e
ffectively gathering and utilizing feedback from past exams, s
trategically approaching multiple choice and essay exams and s
taying calm during exams.
Please register
here
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ECP Registration is Open for Spring Semester!
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The Office of International Affairs'
English Conversation Program (ECP) is a fun way to connect with Ohio State students from different linguistic and cultural backgrounds. Each semester, groups of five will meet six times to participate in discussions and fun events and activities on campus and around Columbus.
Being part of ECP will open world views, help students increase their Global English proficiency, give participants a chance to make new friends and develop better public and impromptu speaking skills.
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Dunn Dash Indoor Triathlon
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