The Center for Global Engagement presents International Week 2024.

Join us for an exciting week of events celebrating JMU’s international communities. Let’s come together to embrace the incredible diversity of our campus: explore new cultures, eat new food, and learn about opportunities to study abroad.  No matter what you choose to participate in, I-Week is your passport to good company, good food, and good vibes.

Submissions Open: 8/21       Voting: 9/10 - 9/18

Categories: A) Nature B) People C) Architecture D) Miscellaneous

Prizes: Each category will have three finalists whose photos will be printed and displayed during I-Week. Winning photos will be selected by popular vote and showcased at the CGE reception. 

• Grand Prize: $99 Flex, framed photo print, and invite to CGE reception.
• Category Winners: $50 Flex, framed photo print, and invite to CGE reception.
• Finalists: $25 Flex, and a framed photo print.

• Sunday, September 22
• Time: 10am - 2pm
• Location: Meet at UREC

In celebration of I-Week, UREC Adventure and International Student & Scholar Services are working in collaboration to offer a hiking experience for international students. Registered participants will ride together in a UREC van out to the High Knob trail head for a 2.7 mile out and back hike. Participants must wear closed toed shoes. Contact isss@jmu.edu to reserve your spot.

• Date: Monday, September 23
• Time: 6:30pm
• Location: Wilson Hall

Join us for the kickoff of International Week 2024 with an inspiring keynote speaker, Shalini Kantayya. Shalini is a renowned filmmaker and director known for her work on social justice, technology, and the environment. She is one of the leading voices at the intersection of renewable energy, artificial intelligence ethics, social equity, and the societal impacts of technology. The event will also include a screening of her impactful short documentary, “A Drop of Life.” Don’t miss this opportunity to gain valuable insights from Shalini Kantayya.

• Date: Tuesday, September 24
• Time: 6:30pm - 7:30pm
• Location: UREC Kitchen

Learn how to make unique dishes from around the world. This class will different vegan recipes from around the world and learn the benefits of a vegan diet. This class will highlight the health benefits and variety of a vegan diet. Spots are limited. Registration TBD

• Date: Wednesday, September 25
• Time: 11am - 2pm
• Location: Warner Commons

The International Bazaar is a free event that will feature vendors, food, music, displays, and entertainment in the heart of campus. Vendors and student groups, bringing merchandise from around the world, will be there. Don’t forget to bring cash – this will be a great place to pick up gifts for your friends and family or splurge on something for yourself!

• Date: Wednesday, September 25
• Time: 7pm - 9pm
• Location: Taylor Down Under

More details about this event are coming soon!

• Date: Thursday, September 26
• Time: 11am - 1pm; 2pm - 4pm
• Location: Festival Grand Ballroom

• Thursday, September 26
• Time: 1:30pm - 3pm
• Location: The Union Patio

Join UPB and CGE on the Union Patio for a globally-inspired Thursday Crafternoon in honor of International Week and create a fun and free GLOBAL craft!

• Thursday, September 26
• Time: 6:30pm - 7:30pm
• Location: UREC Kitchen

Learn how to make unique dishes from around the world. Designed to help people live long lives, the Blue Zone dietary pattern mimics the diets found in the geographic areas with lower rates of chronic diseases and longer life expectancy. Come learn recipes utilizing these nourishing ingredients and the healthful ways you can incorporate this pattern into your nutrition. Spots are limited. Registration TBD

• Friday, September 27
• Time: 11am - 2pm
• Location: Hillside Field

More details about this event are coming soon!

• Saturday, September 28
• Time: 12pm - 6pm
• Location: Downtown Harrisonburg

The Harrisonburg International Festival is returning to downtown Harrisonburg this year with an exciting new format! There will be international food trucks and artisan booths, catch up with friends and neighbors at the Global Village, businesses will be hosting entertainment, educational, and interactive “pop-ups” of all kinds. Get out and experience Harrisonburg’s diverse culture and the festival’s longstanding ethos: “Educate, Entertain, and Eat!”