
August 2013
August 2014
Global Welcome Reception
The Global Welcome Reception is open to all new international students and scholars.
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The Global Welcome Reception is open to all new international students and scholars.
Find out more »September 2014
Family Weekend 2014: Global Opportunities 101 Reception
Global experience is key to landing your dream job in our increasingly global world. Stop by the FedEx Global Education Center to learn about the range of high-impact, safe and affordable opportunities available to you at Carolina to give you the experience you’ll need to take your education and career to the next level. Enjoy refreshments and connect with Carolina students, staff and faculty who’ve had a variety of global experiences all over the map. Come learn how Carolina brings…
Find out more »Family Weekend 2014: Global Opportunities 101 Reception
Global experience is key to landing your dream job in our increasingly global world. Stop by the FedEx Global Education Center to learn about the range of high-impact, safe and affordable opportunities available to you at Carolina to give you the experience you’ll need to take your education and career to the next level. Enjoy refreshments and connect with Carolina students, staff and faculty who’ve had a variety of global experiences all over the map. Come learn how Carolina brings…
Find out more »September 2015
Global Hangout
Meet New Friends from North Carolina and Around the World in this Highly Interactive, Fun-Filled Fest! International music * appetizers * activities * prizes Prizes include 2 tickets to see underground Cuban rap artist Danay Suårez at Memorial Hall! Presented by: The Center for Global Initiatives The Center for Student Success and Academic Counseling International Scholar and Student Services The Writing Center
Find out more »Global Hangout
Meet New Friends from North Carolina and Around the World in this Highly Interactive, Fun-Filled Fest! International music * appetizers * activities * prizes Prizes include 2 tickets to see underground Cuban rap artist Danay Suårez at Memorial Hall! Presented by: The Center for Global Initiatives The Center for Student Success and Academic Counseling International Scholar and Student Services The Writing Center
Find out more »Global Opportunities 101 Reception
Learn how Carolina brings the world to you and you to the world and enjoy free food and great conversations. http://global.unc.edu/events/family-weekend-2015-global-opportunities-101-reception/#sthash.usETMEzu.dpuf
Find out more »Global Opportunities 101 Reception
Learn how Carolina brings the world to you and you to the world and enjoy free food and great conversations. http://global.unc.edu/events/family-weekend-2015-global-opportunities-101-reception/#sthash.usETMEzu.dpuf
Find out more »September 2016
Tar Heel Beginnings: Global Hangout
Meet New Friends from North Carolina and Around the World in this Highly Interactive, Fun-Filled Fest! International music * appetizers * activities * prizes
Find out more »Tar Heel Beginnings: Global Hangout
Meet New Friends from North Carolina and Around the World in this Highly Interactive, Fun-Filled Fest! International music * appetizers * activities * prizes
Find out more »October 2016
Autumn Fest
Please join us for our 3rd annual Autumn Fest! Come learn more about traditional American holidays and events and taste the flavors of fall. Light refreshments will be provided. RSVP at: http://tinyurl.com/autumnfest2016
Find out more »Autumn Fest
Please join us for our 3rd annual Autumn Fest! Come learn more about traditional American holidays and events and taste the flavors of fall. Light refreshments will be provided. RSVP at: http://tinyurl.com/autumnfest2016
Find out more »International Friendship Program Reception
The UNC-Chapel Hill International Friendship Program is designed to match an international student with a family or individual with whom he or she can visit, enjoy an occasional meal, celebrate holidays, participate in community events and simply enjoy the exchange of international friendships. To sign up to join this program please complete an application at http://isss.unc.edu/programs/international-friendship-program/
Find out more »International Friendship Program Reception
The UNC-Chapel Hill International Friendship Program is designed to match an international student with a family or individual with whom he or she can visit, enjoy an occasional meal, celebrate holidays, participate in community events and simply enjoy the exchange of international friendships. To sign up to join this program please complete an application at http://isss.unc.edu/programs/international-friendship-program/
Find out more »August 2017
September 2017
Global Hangout: Food, Fun and Friends from Afar!
Meet New Friends from North Carolina and Around the World in this Highly Interactive, Fun-Filled Fest!
Find out more »Global Hangout: Food, Fun and Friends from Afar!
Meet New Friends from North Carolina and Around the World in this Highly Interactive, Fun-Filled Fest!
Find out more »October 2017
Autumn Fest!
Please join us for our 4th annual Autumn Fest! Come learn more about traditional American holidays and events and taste the flavors of fall. Light refreshments will be provided.
Find out more »September 2018
Global Hangout
Undergraduates--Meet new friends from North Carolina and around the world in this highly interactive, fun-filled fest! This event includes international music, appetizers, activities, and prizes. The prizes include two tickets to see the performance of your choice at Memorial Hall!
Find out more »Global Hangout
Undergraduates--Meet new friends from North Carolina and around the world in this highly interactive, fun-filled fest! This event includes international music, appetizers, activities, and prizes. The prizes include two tickets to see the performance of your choice at Memorial Hall!
Find out more »October 2018
AUTUMN FEST!
Join us for our 5th annual Autumn Fest! Come learn more about traditions, events and celebrations that are typical in the U.S. and in Chapel Hill in the fall. Taste the flavors of the season, enjoy some pumpkin pie, make some turkey-themed art, or have your picture taken at the Autumn Fest Photo Booth - there will be something for everyone! Families with children are welcome.
Find out more »AUTUMN FEST!
Join us for our 5th annual Autumn Fest! Come learn more about traditions, events and celebrations that are typical in the U.S. and in Chapel Hill in the fall. Taste the flavors of the season, enjoy some pumpkin pie, make some turkey-themed art, or have your picture taken at the Autumn Fest Photo Booth - there will be something for everyone! Families with children are welcome.
Find out more »October 2019
AUTUMN FEST!
Join us for our 6th annual Autumn Fest! Celebrate the season and learn more about holidays, traditions, and events that are held in the U.S. and in Chapel Hill in the fall. Taste the flavors of fall (including pumpkin-spiced everything), join in the fun at the arts and crafts table, or have your picture taken at the Autumn Fest Photo Booth – there will be something for everyone! Families with children are welcome.
Find out more »AUTUMN FEST!
Join us for our 6th annual Autumn Fest! Celebrate the season and learn more about holidays, traditions, and events that are held in the U.S. and in Chapel Hill in the fall. Taste the flavors of fall (including pumpkin-spiced everything), join in the fun at the arts and crafts table, or have your picture taken at the Autumn Fest Photo Booth – there will be something for everyone! Families with children are welcome.
Find out more »September 2022
Ice Cream Social
Join ISSS for a sweet treat at 3:30pm on September 15th. You will have the chance to meet the ISSS staff team, and meet other new/returning international students and scholars. Dairy-Free options will be provided!
Find out more »November 2022
Battle Park Hike
Join ISSS and other students, scholars and family members for a hike through Battle Park. We will meet in the FedEx GEC Atrium at 1pm and walk to Battle Park together. Trail mix will be provided. Wear comfortable shoes, bring layers to keep you warm in the cold weather. We hope to see you there!
Find out more »ISSS Game Night
Join ISSS and other international students who are in Chapel Hill over break for a game night. We will provide snacks while supplies last, bring a game if you would like to teach others how to play. You can join for the full two hours, or come and go as your schedule allows. Please RSVP so we can ensure enough snacks are provided for all dietary needs. RSVP here
Find out more »December 2022
Pet Your Stress Away
Join ISSS and HAPPEE NAT'L to take a break from studying and enjoy petting two dogs. We will meet on the patio of the FedEx GEC. You can join for the full hour or come as your schedule allows. The dogs are scheduled to be on campus until 3pm, but they may stay an extra hour to continue the de-stress process.
Find out more »Campus Walk
Join ISSS and other students and scholars for a campus walk as finals week comes to an end. We encourage you to join us for a study break or to celebrate the end of finals. We will be walking around campus to get our bodies moving after a long week of sitting and studying. We will meet in the FedEx GEC Atrium at Noon for the walk.
Find out more »Speaking Group
Join the Writing Center and ISSS for the final speaking group of the semester. We will be meeting on the first floor of the FedEx GEC. Don't forget to sign up for speaking group emails, you will receive a weekly email with a reminder of the meeting location and discussion topic. You can register for emails here. We are excited to see you there if your schedule allows!
Find out more »Winter Break Social
Will you in Chapel Hill during winter break? Join other students and scholars that will be on campus to socialize, play card games, and meet new people. Join us as your schedule allows before the semi-final match on December 13th. We hope to see you there!
Find out more »January 2023
Spring Orientation Campus Tour
Join us for a campus tour as you prepare to begin a new semester at UNC. We will meet in the FedEx GEC atrium from 2:15-2:30, and depart promptly at 2:30pm for the tour.
Find out more »Speaking Group (In Person)
Speaking Group welcomes American and international participants from the UNC campus and the local community. The group meets weekly to discuss topics of culture, university life, or language learning strategies and resources. Our goal is to create a comfortable space to converse in English, to share cultural perspectives, and to build global relationships in our local community. Be sure to sign up for the email below to ensure you receive important updates and weekly topic emails. Chapel Hill Community: Sign…
Find out more »February 2023
Speaking Group (In Person)
Speaking Group welcomes American and international participants from the UNC campus and the local community. The group meets weekly to discuss topics of culture, university life, or language learning strategies and resources. Our goal is to create a comfortable space to converse in English, to share cultural perspectives, and to build global relationships in our local community. Be sure to sign up for the email below to ensure you receive important updates and weekly topic emails. Chapel Hill Community: Sign…
Find out more »Speaking Group (In Person)
Speaking Group welcomes American and international participants from the UNC campus and the local community. The group meets weekly to discuss topics of culture, university life, or language learning strategies and resources. Our goal is to create a comfortable space to converse in English, to share cultural perspectives, and to build global relationships in our local community. Be sure to sign up for the email below to ensure you receive important updates and weekly topic emails. Chapel Hill Community: Sign…
Find out more »March 2023
Speaking Group (In Person)
Speaking Group welcomes American and international participants from the UNC campus and the local community. The group meets weekly to discuss topics of culture, university life, or language learning strategies and resources. Our goal is to create a comfortable space to converse in English, to share cultural perspectives, and to build global relationships in our local community. Be sure to sign up for the email below to ensure you receive important updates and weekly topic emails. Chapel Hill Community: Sign…
Find out more »Board Game Night
Join us for a night of community and fun with other students and scholars! We will have games available for you to play. We also encourage you to bring a game you may want to teach others. Refreshments will be provided, join us as your schedule allows. Register Here: go.unc.edu/isssmarch
Find out more »Speaking Group (In Person)
Speaking Group welcomes American and international participants from the UNC campus and the local community. The group meets weekly to discuss topics of culture, university life, or language learning strategies and resources. Our goal is to create a comfortable space to converse in English, to share cultural perspectives, and to build global relationships in our local community. Be sure to sign up for the email below to ensure you receive important updates and weekly topic emails. Chapel Hill Community: Sign…
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