Past Events
Global Fellows Food Drive
Global Fellows host a food drive to support the Brandeis Food Pantry and Healthy Waltham. Sponsored by the 2022 Global Fellows.
Global Scavenger Hunt
Join the Office of Study Abroad for a Global Scavenger Hunt! Check the Office of Study Abroad’s Instagram page @brandeisabroad. Every morning we’ll post a trivia question. If you answer it correctly, you’ll be notified as to where you can find Globie hidden on campus. Be the first to find Globie and bring them to the Office of Study Abroad and win a prize!
#BrandeisAbroad Photo Display
View a gallery of winning photos from the latest #BrandeisAbroad photo contest, hosted by the Office of Study Abroad each year in collaboration with Create@Brandeis.
MELA-Theme: Yatra — Our Shared Journey
The show celebrated the rich and vibrant culture of nine countries of South Asia. Sponsored by the Brandeis South Asian Student Association (SASA)
Udon Night
Come down for games, prizes and of course: udon!! Sponsored by the Japanese Student Association
I Am Global Week Kick Off
Come join the ISSO to kick off the activities for I Am Global Week! Connect with Brandeis staff and students to learn more about I Am Global Week! Sponsored by the International Students and Services Office, Office of Study Abroad, and English Language Programs.
Documenting Black Italy
This lecture will host film director and activist Fred Kuwornu. He will discuss how Black representations are shaping and changing Italian Culture at large. Having worked on successful documentaries and films about Diversity in Italy, he will present various artists' work and his latest research on Black Italy. Sponsored by the Italian Studies Program
Cultural Connections through Storytelling
Are you an international student? Have you studied or lived abroad? Are you interested in learning more about the different cultures represented here at Brandeis? If you answered yes to any one of these questions, you won’t want to miss Cultural Connections through Storytelling, part of I Am Global Week. At this event, you will have an opportunity to dive deep into meaningful conversations about the cultural richness and diversity present here at Brandeis by sharing your personal experiences, and by listening to and connecting with others within the Brandeis community. Cultural Connections through Storytelling is a collaboration of the Center for Spiritual Life, the Intercultural Center, and the International Students and Scholars Office.
International Candy Tasting Event
Come to the sweetest event of the them all!! Enjoy sweet treats and candy from around the world. Sponsored by the International Students and Scholars Office (ISSO) and the I Am Global Week Global Fellows.
Meet Kahal and Jewish Life Abroad
This event will consist of a panel discussion among Brandeis students who have recently returned from abroad. Students in attendance will have the chance to hear specifically about the Jewish abroad experiences of those on the panel, from how they originally found Jewish opportunities in their host cities, to the accessibility of kosher food and Shabbat/holiday programming options (positive and negative). Kosher dinner will be provided and subsidized by JDC Entwine/KAHAL.
Salbutes with Brandeis in Merida
Try a Yucatan staple! These fried puffed corn tortillas are an everyday treat while studying on Brandeis in Mérida and will be given out first-come first-serve near the library walkway. Learn more about Brandeis in Mérida
Empowering International Students for the Job Search Series: Searching for positions and interviewing
Join our virtual workshop to learn what resources to use for your internship and job search (where to search for positions, and what to look for), as well as how to network and prepare for interviews. Sponsored by the Hiatt Career Center and the International Students and Scholars Office
Language Dinner
The World Languages and Cultures Committee and the Division of Humanities invite you to experience and celebrate the linguistic diversity of Brandeis on the Language Dinner. Individual language tables will host speakers of Arabic, Chinese, French, German, Hebrew, Italian, Japanese, Korean, Russian, Spanish, and Yiddish. No matter your level of proficiency, you are welcome! The only rule is NO ENGLISH! Sponsored by the World Languages and Cultures Committee and the Division of Humanities.
China town Hall: An interactive Webcast featuring Jon M. Huntsman Jr. Former U.S. Ambassador to Russia, China, and Singapore
Please join Professor Gary Jefferson, Professor Peter Petri, Professor Elanah Uretsky, Dean Kathryn Graddy, and other thought leaders from Brandeis University for a meaningful conversation on U.S.-China relations and their impact on us. Sponsored by the Brandeis International Business School and The Asia-Pacific Cent
Global Bazaar
The Global Bazaar features tables represented by student clubs, organizations, academic departments, local restaurants and artisans all representing the countless ways in which our community is global. Come join us for a cultural night of music, activities, and a sample of international cuisine! Sponsored by the International Students and Scholars Office (ISSO).
Supporting Refugees Abroad and at Home
Join IGS during I Am Global Week for a conversation about how to support refugees internationally and locally. Brandeis Senior Sara Goldstein will share her experience from volunteering as an English Teacher for Ukrainian Refugees in Poland. Marjean A. Perhot, Vice President for Refugee and Immigrant Services at Catholic Charities, will speak about her experience working with immigrants and refugees in Boston. Liza Gutina, a graduate of Brandeis (’03), will speak about Svitlo, a non-profit she co-founded in the aftermath of the war in Ukraine that collects information and resources for Ukrainian newcomers and presents it in a clear intuitive layout. Sponsored by Brandeis International and Global Studies
Rice Night
Rice is a quintessential ingredient in Vietnamese and worldwide cuisine. We look forward in collaborating with BLSO , BAASA, JSA, TSA, KSA, and BC3 in showcasing our rice dishes that celebrates our origins, uniqueness and similarities. Sponsored by the Brandeis Vietnamese Student Association
Coffee and Tea Social with the Global Fellows
Join the Global Fellows for coffee and tea at the International Students and Scholars Office. This would be a great opportunity to learn more about the international community at Brandeis, and relax on a Friday afternoon with hot drinks as we celebrate I Am Global Week!! Sponsored by the Global Fellows and the International Students and Scholars Office
Yum Cha: Heart Higher than the Sky
Yum cha is C2B's annual culture show. We will be showcasing local student groups that have aspects of Cantonese culture that they'd like to share through storytelling, music, song and dance. We have musical talent, dance troupes, dragon dances and more! The theme of this year’s show is about aspirations — together as one community, C2B invites you to explore your own dreams and hopes that provide a sense of direction and purpose. Sponsored by the Club Cantonese at Brandeis
Africa's Best
BASO, Brandeis African Student Organization, is inviting you to attend our Cultural Show Africa's Best! This year our culture show will be a fashion show. The theme of the fashion show is centered around showcasing the diversity of Africa within countries that exist within the five regions of the continent; North, West, East, Central, and South. We plan to showcase the diversity of Africa through clothing, music, and art (photography, paintings, and art made by Brandeis students). Sponsored by the Brandeis African Student Organization