VIRGINIA U UNION UNIVEERSITY INT TERNATIONALL EDUCATION N WEEK 2014 SCHEDULE OF ACTIVITIES BER 17 – 21, 2 2014 NOVEMB Center for Inteernational Studiees Dr. David A. A Adewuyi, Directorr M Mrs. Ida L. Jones s, Program Assistant Henderson Ceenter, Room 113 3 (804) 3342‐3937 ”Think, Lead d and Act Globallly” MONDAY, NOVEMBER 17, 2014 “Letters from Lagos: Correspondence of Richmond Theological Students Abroad” Exhibit Sponsored by the Archives Department L. Douglas Wilder Library Atrium (Exhibit shown for the entire week) Dr. Monique Akassi: The Activist Scholar Sponsored by the Department of Languages and Literature and the School of Humanities and Social Sciences L. Douglas Wilder Library Lecture Hall 5:30 p.m. International Education Week Kick‐Off Reception and Program Featuring the Country of “Spain” and the Latin Ballet of Virginia 3 U.S.E. Credits Sponsored by the Center for International Studies Belgian Building Foyer and Theatre 6:30 p.m. – Reception 7:00 p.m. – Program TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 18, 2014 VUU First Annual Study Abroad Fair Sponsored by the Center for International Studies 3 U.S.E. Credits Henderson Center Hallway 10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. Black Indians: An American Story Native American Heritage Month Mini‐Film Festival 2 U.S.E. Credits L. Douglas Wilder Library Lecture Hall 12:00 p.m. – 1:00 p.m. WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 19, 2014 “Engaging with the World with Fulbright” Speaker, Dr. Carlietta Paige‐Anderson, Fulbright Scholar Professional Development Seminar 2 U.S.E. Credits Sponsored by the Sydney Lewis School of Business Pickford Hall, Room 306 12:00 p.m. – 1:00 p.m. Black Indians: An American Story Native American Heritage Month Mini‐Film Festival 2 U.S.E. Credits L. Douglas Wilder Library Lecture Hall 12:00 p.m. – 1:00 p.m. THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 20, 2014 International Education Week Chapel Service Preacher, Rev. Dr. Michael A. Sanders Pastor, Mt. Olive Baptist Church, Richmond, VA Hosted by International Students Association (ISA) Allix B. James Chapel, Coburn Hall 11:00 a.m. International Dress Day For Faculty, Staff and Students Wear your International Attire! FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 21, 2014 Ebola Relief Efforts Campaign Sponsored by the S.G.A. and the International Students Association Henderson Center Hallway 12:00 p.m. – 2:00 p.m. International Education Week is a joint initiative of the U.S. Department of State and Department of Education and has been celebrated in the United States on an annual basis since 1999. Universities and schools nationwide have set aside the week to raise awareness on international exchange and cultural exchange. A PROCLAMATION INTERNATIONAL EDUCATION WEEK AT VUU WHEREAS: WHEREAS: WHEREAS: WHEREAS: WHEREAS: THEREFORE: The U.S. Department of State and Education have declared November 17‐21, 2014 as International Education Week in observance of the many important contributions of international education to our nation; and International understanding, respect, and appreciation begin with education and the exchange of knowledge among students, scholars, and members of the public; and In an increasingly interconnected world, improving cultural literacy prepares our students, faculty, and staff to work, live, and compete in the global economy and contribute significantly to our institution’s vision of developing scholars, leaders, and lifelong learners of a global society; and There are several international education and exchange programs –public and private – campus‐based and national – that promote the sharing of ideas and experiences across borders. These include study‐abroad programs, foreign students on U.S. campuses, student‐faculty exchange programs, foreign‐language studies, camp adventure, and Fulbright scholars program; and By participating in such programs, our young people develop a greater appreciation and respect for other people and their cultures, while breaking down barriers of ignorance to understanding and cooperation, which are vital to peace and prosperity within our campus; and I, Dr. CLAUDE G. PERKINS, President and CEO of Virginia Union University, Richmond, Virginia, by virtue of the authority vested in me by the Board of Trustees, do hereby proclaim November 17‐21, 2014 as INTERNATIONAL EDUCATION WEEK at Virginia Union University and encourage all students, faculty and staff to recognize the importance of international education in our lives, communities, State, Nation, and world. IN WITNESS THEREOF, I hereunto set my signature to be affixed this 1st day of November in the year of our Lord two thousand and fourteen. Claude G. Perkins, Ph.D. President & Chief Executive Officer, VUU