Happening @ Michigan https://events.umich.edu/list/rss RSS Feed for Happening @ Michigan Events at the University of Michigan. 60 Minutes Around the Globe (January 29, 2020 5:30pm) https://events.umich.edu/event/71803 71803-17885892@events.umich.edu Event Begins: Wednesday, January 29, 2020 5:30pm
Location: International Center
Organized By: International Center

60 Minutes Around the Globe is an opportunity for international students to present a variety of topics they choose (e.g. food, music, sports, politics, religions, etc.) from their home countries. Through an informal presentation, followed by questions and answers, it promotes awareness and discussions among those attending the events.

Cultural food tastings provided. While walk-ins are welcome at the event, early registration is appreciated so we can better prepare for the event.

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Social / Informal Gathering Thu, 12 Mar 2020 09:25:11 -0400 2020-01-29T17:30:00-05:00 2020-01-29T18:30:00-05:00 International Center International Center Social / Informal Gathering 60 Minutes Saudi Arabia
Peace Corps Prep Coffee Chat Series (January 31, 2020 1:30pm) https://events.umich.edu/event/71448 71448-17827801@events.umich.edu Event Begins: Friday, January 31, 2020 1:30pm
Location: International Center
Organized By: International Center

Day to Day Life (01/17)
You've heard of Peace Corps- you know the work sectors, about the countries of service, and maybe even about the post service benefits. But what do you actually DO as a volunteer?? Come join us for our Coffee Chat about the day to day life of volunteers. Learn about a day at working on projects at site, unwinding in the capital, or the interesting hobbies volunteers develop during service. This informal discussion with Returned Peace Corps Volunteers is designed to give you an opportunity to ask questions and hear unique perspectives on an interesting 27 months in Peace Corps.

The Savior Complex and Service (01/31)
Ensuring an ethical service is an important consideration in joining Peace Corps. Come talk with Returned Volunteers about their experience, and how they created mindful, ethical and community-centered Peace Corps service. This informal discussion with Returned Peace Corps Volunteers is designed to give you an opportunity to ask questions and hear unique perspectives on an interesting 27 months in Peace Corps.

Relationships in Peace Corps (02/14)
Spend part of your Valentine's Day talking about love and relationships in Peace Corps! Whether you've heard “you’ll fall in love in PC”, you may be in an LDR, or just want to get a better understanding of the volunteer experience in relation to dating, managing relationships, and love, come hear what Returned Volunteers have to say! This informal discussion with Returned Peace Corps Volunteers is designed to give you an opportunity to ask questions and hear unique perspectives on an interesting 27 months in Peace Corps.

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Social / Informal Gathering Tue, 14 Jan 2020 13:06:11 -0500 2020-01-31T13:30:00-05:00 2020-01-31T14:30:00-05:00 International Center International Center Social / Informal Gathering Peace Corps Coffee Chat Series
Tips for Filling out a Budget Sheet (February 6, 2020 12:00pm) https://events.umich.edu/event/71421 71421-17825629@events.umich.edu Event Begins: Thursday, February 6, 2020 12:00pm
Location: International Center
Organized By: International Center

It is part of Applying for Funding to Support your International Internship Workshop Series.

The budget sheet is a critical component of most campus funding applications. Come to this lunchtime event to hear tips for completing budget sheets -- including what NOT to do. We’ll provide pizza!

Space is limited, so please RSVP to let us know if you’ll be joining us!

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Workshop / Seminar Tue, 14 Jan 2020 09:27:24 -0500 2020-02-06T12:00:00-05:00 2020-02-06T13:00:00-05:00 International Center International Center Workshop / Seminar Funding
Statement of Purpose Peer Review Workshop (February 7, 2020 1:00pm) https://events.umich.edu/event/71422 71422-17825630@events.umich.edu Event Begins: Friday, February 7, 2020 1:00pm
Location: International Center
Organized By: International Center

It is part of Applying for Funding to Support your International Internship Workshop Series.

The Statement of Purpose is the heart and soul of a campus funding application and can make or break your application. Come to this interactive workshop for an opportunity to get feedback on your personal statement through a guided peer review session. We’ll provide cookies and coffee.

Space is limited, so please RSVP to let us know if you’ll be joining us!

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Workshop / Seminar Tue, 14 Jan 2020 09:29:49 -0500 2020-02-07T13:00:00-05:00 2020-02-07T15:00:00-05:00 International Center International Center Workshop / Seminar Funding
Lunch & Learn: Building Healthy Relationships and Dating Safety (February 12, 2020 12:00pm) https://events.umich.edu/event/72174 72174-17948643@events.umich.edu Event Begins: Wednesday, February 12, 2020 12:00pm
Location: International Center
Organized By: International Center

Come discuss tricky and confusing topics about U.S. culture with other international students. Discussions are informal and it's a great place to get your burning questions answered! Pizza is provided.

Dating can be complicated. How do you ask someone out? How do you address inappropriate behavior? What do you do if you feel unsafe while out on a date?

Representatives from the IC and SAPAC will help address relationship health and cultural norms of dating in the U.S.

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Other Tue, 28 Jan 2020 15:44:43 -0500 2020-02-12T12:00:00-05:00 2020-02-12T13:00:00-05:00 International Center International Center Other Dating Safety
Peace Corps Prep Coffee Chat Series (February 14, 2020 1:30pm) https://events.umich.edu/event/71448 71448-17827802@events.umich.edu Event Begins: Friday, February 14, 2020 1:30pm
Location: International Center
Organized By: International Center

Day to Day Life (01/17)
You've heard of Peace Corps- you know the work sectors, about the countries of service, and maybe even about the post service benefits. But what do you actually DO as a volunteer?? Come join us for our Coffee Chat about the day to day life of volunteers. Learn about a day at working on projects at site, unwinding in the capital, or the interesting hobbies volunteers develop during service. This informal discussion with Returned Peace Corps Volunteers is designed to give you an opportunity to ask questions and hear unique perspectives on an interesting 27 months in Peace Corps.

The Savior Complex and Service (01/31)
Ensuring an ethical service is an important consideration in joining Peace Corps. Come talk with Returned Volunteers about their experience, and how they created mindful, ethical and community-centered Peace Corps service. This informal discussion with Returned Peace Corps Volunteers is designed to give you an opportunity to ask questions and hear unique perspectives on an interesting 27 months in Peace Corps.

Relationships in Peace Corps (02/14)
Spend part of your Valentine's Day talking about love and relationships in Peace Corps! Whether you've heard “you’ll fall in love in PC”, you may be in an LDR, or just want to get a better understanding of the volunteer experience in relation to dating, managing relationships, and love, come hear what Returned Volunteers have to say! This informal discussion with Returned Peace Corps Volunteers is designed to give you an opportunity to ask questions and hear unique perspectives on an interesting 27 months in Peace Corps.

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Social / Informal Gathering Tue, 14 Jan 2020 13:06:11 -0500 2020-02-14T13:30:00-05:00 2020-02-14T14:30:00-05:00 International Center International Center Social / Informal Gathering Peace Corps Coffee Chat Series
Valentine's Day at the International Center (February 14, 2020 3:00pm) https://events.umich.edu/event/72574 72574-18018166@events.umich.edu Event Begins: Friday, February 14, 2020 3:00pm
Location: International Center
Organized By: International Center

Valentine's Day is celebrated annually on February 14. Come learn more about this holiday while enjoying snacks and themed crafts!

Note: This is a drop-in event, not a formal presentation.

Your RSVP is appreciated for planning purposes.

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Social / Informal Gathering Wed, 05 Feb 2020 15:51:10 -0500 2020-02-14T15:00:00-05:00 2020-02-14T17:00:00-05:00 International Center International Center Social / Informal Gathering Valentine's Day
Social Hour for International Families (February 18, 2020 4:00pm) https://events.umich.edu/event/72420 72420-18000492@events.umich.edu Event Begins: Tuesday, February 18, 2020 4:00pm
Location: International Center
Organized By: International Center

Social Hour for International Families is intended for international families to connect with and lend support to one another. It provides a sense of community among international families affiliated with U-M.

Spouses, partners, and children of international students, scholars, faculty and staff are welcome to attend.

Light refreshments will be provided. While walk-ins are welcome at the event, early registration is appreciated so we can better prepare for the event.

Questions? Contact: Tammy Wang at mengwsss@umich.edu

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Social / Informal Gathering Mon, 03 Feb 2020 16:16:01 -0500 2020-02-18T16:00:00-05:00 2020-02-18T17:00:00-05:00 International Center International Center Social / Informal Gathering Social Hour
International Coffee Hour (February 21, 2020 4:00pm) https://events.umich.edu/event/70304 70304-18035618@events.umich.edu Event Begins: Friday, February 21, 2020 4:00pm
Location: International Center
Organized By: International Center

International Coffee Hour is a great place for international and U.S. students, scholars, faculty and staff to socialize with each other and meet new people from around the world.

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Social / Informal Gathering Mon, 16 Mar 2020 16:44:32 -0400 2020-02-21T16:00:00-05:00 2020-02-21T17:00:00-05:00 International Center International Center Social / Informal Gathering Coffee Hour
60 Minutes Around the Globe (February 24, 2020 2:00pm) https://events.umich.edu/event/71803 71803-17885893@events.umich.edu Event Begins: Monday, February 24, 2020 2:00pm
Location: International Center
Organized By: International Center

60 Minutes Around the Globe is an opportunity for international students to present a variety of topics they choose (e.g. food, music, sports, politics, religions, etc.) from their home countries. Through an informal presentation, followed by questions and answers, it promotes awareness and discussions among those attending the events.

Cultural food tastings provided. While walk-ins are welcome at the event, early registration is appreciated so we can better prepare for the event.

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Social / Informal Gathering Thu, 12 Mar 2020 09:25:11 -0400 2020-02-24T14:00:00-05:00 2020-02-24T15:00:00-05:00 International Center International Center Social / Informal Gathering 60 Minutes Saudi Arabia
Taste of Culture (February 25, 2020 1:00pm) https://events.umich.edu/event/71572 71572-17842678@events.umich.edu Event Begins: Tuesday, February 25, 2020 1:00pm
Location: International Center
Organized By: International Center

Stop by the International Center to enjoy some snacks and learn a little bit about the culture and tradition.

No registration is necessary. First come first served. There is no formal presentation at the event.

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Social / Informal Gathering Fri, 28 Feb 2020 09:31:47 -0500 2020-02-25T13:00:00-05:00 2020-02-25T16:00:00-05:00 International Center International Center Social / Informal Gathering Taste of Culture
Taste of Culture (March 17, 2020 1:00pm) https://events.umich.edu/event/71572 71572-17842680@events.umich.edu Event Begins: Tuesday, March 17, 2020 1:00pm
Location: International Center
Organized By: International Center

Stop by the International Center to enjoy some snacks and learn a little bit about the culture and tradition.

No registration is necessary. First come first served. There is no formal presentation at the event.

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Social / Informal Gathering Fri, 28 Feb 2020 09:31:47 -0500 2020-03-17T13:00:00-04:00 2020-03-17T16:00:00-04:00 International Center International Center Social / Informal Gathering Taste of Culture