2008 I-Week Highlights
Beyond the Great Wall
Photo Contest
If you've ever traveled or lived outside the United States, and you've had a camera, you could turn those beautiful pictures into cash and be recognized as an award-winner photographer in the process! But you have to work FAST - the DEADLINE is September 12, 2008 at 5:00 p.m. Click here for the rules and additional information.
2008 I-Week: Carrier Library Exhibits
The Office of International Programs is especially grateful to the Carrier Library for its cooperation and collaboration in I-Week events. Please visit the Lobby in Carrier Library for an exhibition of the winning photos in the I-Week Photo Contest, along with other displays pertinent to our theme.
Monday, September 22, 2008
Opening Ceremony - Chinese Lion Dance
12:00 p.m.
Commons
Bring your lunch to the Commons and enjoy the beautiful sights and sounds of China. The opening ceremony will be a Chinese Lion Dance performed by The Wong Chinese Boxing Association. The group, based out of Washington, D.C., say this about the history of the Lion Dance:
"The Chinese Lion is a mythological creature that represents strength, wisdom, good luck, and has the ability to drive away evil spirits. The dance has its origins in ancient times when, it is said, a monster used to descend from the mountains on the first day of the lunar year and destroy villages and crops before returning to its lair. In order to protect themselves the people built as terrifying a creature as they could and went with it to confront the monster as it came to their village. Upon seeing the Lion, the monster became so frightened that it never returned to trouble anyone ever again. In modern times the Lion is still used on the Lunar New Year to bring good luck and prosperity to everyone. It is also used at the opening of businesses, weddings, parades, birthdays, and the start of any major undertaking." (see, http://www.wongpeople.com/liondance.html)
Tuesday, September 23, 2008
Musical Performance
7:00 p.m.
Wilson Hall
Wednesday, September 24, 2008
International Bazaar
Noon - 4:00 p.m.
Commons
The International Bazaar is a free event which will feature many vendors, music, a slide show presentation, and displays from China. Come expand your knowledge and perception of China by attending this unique Bazaar.
China Through Our Eyes
4:00 - 5:00 p.m.
Taylor Room 405
China Through our Eyes is a student panel discussion featuring JMU students sharing their personal first-hand perspectives about life in China. This event will surely be one that you do not want to miss.
Thursday, September 25, 2008
Study Abroad Fair
11:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Festival Grand Ballroom
Interested in going abroad? Come and learn about different study abroad programs, international internships and scholarships available to you. JMU semester and short-term program directors and representatives will be available to share their experience and to answer your questions. In addition, you will also have the opportunity to speak and learn about programs from other universities and providers.
Ping Pong Tournament
4:00 p.m. - 6:30 p.m.
UREC
Friday, September 26, 2008
Chinese Dinner and Talent/Fashion Show
6:00 p.m.
Festival Grand Ballroom
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