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The Center for Global Engagement presents International Week 2025. This year's theme is, The World in Our Hands: Culture, Connection, and Change.
Culture is shaped by the connections we build, the traditions we share, and the experiences that bring us together. The World in Our Hands highlights the many ways we engage with and learn from different cultures - through performances, storytelling, art, and community. International Week invites you to explore new perspectives and immerse yourself in global experiences, whether through food, art, conversation, or celebration
2025 I-Week Student Photo Contest
Entry Period: Now through 9/16
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 you and announced after I-Week.
- Finalists receive $25 Flex cash + framed print of their photo
- Category winners receive $50 Flex cash + framed print of their photo
- Grand prize winner receives $99 Flex cash + framed print of their photo
Winners will be announced October 6th
Be sure to check out the contest rules and contact cge@jmu.edu with questions.
- Monday, September 22
- Time: 5:30 - 7pm
- Location: Hartman Hall Forum
Step into a story that’s part Downton Abbey, part Harry Potter, and all leadership. Dr. Holly Carter unexpectedly found herself in charge of Harlaxton Manor, a 19th-century English estate filled with grandeur, history, and a maze of rooms that would rival Hogwarts. As the pandemic shuttered the manor and furloughed staff, she took on the challenge of reimagining its future. Along the way, she embraced British village life, navigated centuries of tradition, and even became the local pub’s landlady.
- Date: Monday, September 22
- Time: 6:30-7:30pm
- Location: UREC Kitchen
UREC Cooking Instructors and students in partnership with the Center for Global Engagement will guide you in making a dish from a study abroad destination—then share their experiences living and learning overseas. Come cook, taste, and explore global culture! This class takes place in the UREC Demonstration Kitchen.
Reserve your spot through UREC today!
- Date: Tuesday, September 23
- Time: 11:00am-2:00pm
- Location: Warner Commons
The Local is Global market is a free event at the JMU Warner Commons that will feature vendors, international food, music, displays, and local entrepreneurs. Vendors bringing merchandise from our local community will be there so don’t forget to bring cash to purchase gifts for your friends and family!
- Date: Wednesday, September 24
- Time: 11am-1pm and 2pm-4pm
- Location: Festival Grand Ballroom
Do you want to study abroad? Come chat with program directors and students who’ve traveled to England, Ghana, Costa Rica, South Korea, and more! Explore JMU’s list of offerings that includes 90+ different programs in 50+ countries, ranging in duration from one-week to semester-long. You will also have the opportunity to connect with external partners to learn about programs from other universities and providers and available scholarships.
- Date: Thursday, September 25
- Time: 12:00-3:00pm
- Location: 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!
- Date: Thursday, September 25
- Time: 6:30-7:30pm
- Location: UREC Kitchen
UREC Cooking Instructors and students in partnership with the Center for Global Engagement will guide you in making a dish from a study abroad destination—then share their experiences living and learning overseas. Come cook, taste, and explore global culture! This class takes place in the UREC Demonstration Kitchen.
Reserve your spot through UREC today!
- Date: Friday, September 26
- Time: 4:00-6:00pm
- Location: TDU Stage
