International Education has activities and programs that help students gain global experience.
International Lunch Hour | Education Abroad Fair | International Education Week | International Unity Day | All OIE Events
International Lunch Hour
This free event is open to all members of the university and the greater Indiana community.
The Lunch Hour is held each semester in the Blue Room of Sutton Hall, 11:30 a.m.–1:00 p.m. Come join us and interact with the IUP students, faculty, and staff!
2026 International Lunch Hours:
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Education Abroad Fair
All are welcome to learn about opportunities to study in another country as part of your IUP experience. Meet with peer advisors, providers, and Education Abroad staff to find out more about specific opportunities to study abroad for a summer, semester, and/or full year. Merit Scholarship staff will also provide information on prestigious international opportunities such as Boren Fellowships and Fulbright Awards.
Wednesday Workshop
Join the Office of International Education in an informational workshop and learn more about the fantastic Education Abroad opportunities. This is your chance to meet with a representative from our office and find out how to make this possible for you!
International Education Week
IEW is a joint initiative between the United States Department of State and the United States Department of Education to promote cross-cultural awareness, prepare students for a global environment, and attract future leaders from abroad to study, learn, and exchange experiences in the United States.
Please join the Office of International Education as it hosts International Education Week at IUP (2026 date to be announced). All events are free and open to the community unless otherwise noted.
Funding is provided by the OIE and the IUP Student Co-Operative Association.
Schedule of Events
(From 2025. Check back for the 2026 schedule.)
Monday, October 6
International Lunch Hour and Culture Fair
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11:30 a.m.–1:30 p.m., Sutton Hall, Blue Room
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Join us for a free lunch to kick off this year’s International Education Week events. We will also highlight some of the awesome staff, faculty, and student stars who make International Education work at IUP. Thank you for all that you do!
IUP Six O’Clock Series for Study Abroad Scholarships and Sponsored Programs
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6:00 p.m.–7:30 p.m., Elkin Hall, Great Room
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The Six O’Clock Series provides IUP students, employees, and community members an opportunity to learn about current issues and approach familiar topics from a new perspective.
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All lectures are free and available to the public as well as the campus community. The lectures are targeted at an audience of college students and employees, so not all topics may be appropriate for children.
Japanese Taiko Drumming
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7:30 p.m., Sutton: Gorell Recital Hall (2nd floor)
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Experience the rhythms of Japanese Taiko Drumming. Hear the powerful performance echo through the halls and witness the dynamic choreography that will captivate your senses!
Tuesday, October 7
International Poetry Night
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7:00–9:00 p.m., HUB Monongahela room
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Poetry offers a unique look into different cultures and is a great way to share your culture and interests with the campus community. As participants read poetry, the poems will be shared in the original language with English translation available. All are welcome.
IUP Library Special Collections with Dr. Wick
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4:00 p.m., Stapleton Library 302
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Limited to 20 registrants only!
Wednesday, October 8
Education Abroad Fair
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Time 11:00 a.m.–3:00 p.m., Leonard Hall Atrium
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Learn about opportunities to study in another country as part of your IUP experience. All are welcome.
Thursday, October 9
Culture Cafe: International Karaoke Night
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5:00 p.m.–7:30 p.m. Folger Student Center.
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A good chance to make some friends and sing your favorite songs from your country!
The Allenwood: International Dinner
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6:00 p.m.–7:30 p.m. Ackerman Hall. (Not a free event; make a reservation)
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Fine dining in a casual setting from cuisines around the world.
Friday, October 10
Options After F1 with Serratelli Mijal PLLC
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Zoom, 1:30 p.m.
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A webinar to discuss options to discover after completing the F1 program.
Saturday, October 18
Washington, DC Trip
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5:30 a.m.–10:00 p.m. Bus departs from KCAC at 5:30 a.m.
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International students and scholars must register for this event at the Office of International Education. Payment must be made at the time of registration. The cost of this event is $60, and we only accept cash payments. This trip is nonrefundable and nontransferable.
International Unity Day
International Unity Day is a free-admission cultural celebration held every year. The event is open to the IUP campus and the surrounding communities.
International Unity Day will be held (date and time TBA) in the Hadley Union Building (HUB).
During the event, IUP international students are encouraged to participate by hosting a booth showcasing the culture of their home country (food, music, clothing, dancing, and more). This event is open to the community.
Watch the following video clip for a sneak peek of the International Unity Day festivities:
