CGE Newsletter January 28, 2016 | Center for Global Engagement

Global Connections Newsletter

January 28, 2016

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Global Cafe: Vietnam

Global Cafe Vietnam

Fri, Feb 5 | 11:30 am-2 pm| The Globe Dining Room - The Vietnamese Student Association is co-hosting Global Cafe. The meal features Vietnam and will include Thit Heo Kho Trung (braised pork and boiled eggs in caramel sauce or the vegetarian option, braised tofu). Rau Muon Xao (stir-fried water spinach) and Cha Gio Chay (veggie-filled egg rolls) will also be served with Vietnamese Iced Coffee and Che Thai (Vietnamese fruit cocktail) for dessert.

This program is designed to increase awareness and appreciation of the cultural diversity on campus. The meal is prepared and served by students and is a fundraiser for their student organization. Lunch closes at 2pm (or when food runs out). Open to the public. $7 cash or check only. Qualifies for the Global Citizenship Certificate

International Bazaar

Sat, Feb 13 | 2-5 pm | FSU Union Ballrooms - The 21st Annual International Bazaar showcases more than 30 student and community organizations, each offering a unique representation of their cultural traditions. Youth and adult groups wear traditional dress as they demonstrate dances, songs, and traditions from their heritage. In addition, hosts incorporate photos and artifacts as they answer questions at display tables around the ballroom.

A variety of international food traditions are also presented and global hors d’oevres will be available for purchase. Admission is free and open to the public. Qualifies for the Global Citizenship Certificate

More Upcoming Events

	International Coffee Hour - Every Friday \| 5-6:30 pm \| The Globe Lounge & Dining Room U.S. students, scholars, and faculty gather for coffee and snacks every Friday. It's a great place to meet new people from various parts of the world, see old friends, and make plans for the weekend.
	English Conversation Club - Every Monday-Friday \| 4-5 pm \| The Globe Lounge International students, scholars, and their families at all levels of speaking English as a second/other language are invited to meet in a relaxed atmosphere to practice conversational English. Groups are led by experienced English tutors.
	Optional Practical Training (OPT) Workshop (for F-1 international students) - Fri, Jan 29 \| 2-4 pm \| The Globe Room 2300 Note: Only for those registered. All F-1 international students nearing graduation are required to attend an OPT workshop (in person or online) if they are interested in working in the U.S. after graduation to gain experience in their field of study. Registration for this workshop is full. The next OPT Workshop is Feb 19--see below.
	Global Partner Certificate: Bridging Cultures II (for Faculty, Staff & Grad Students) - Fri, Feb 5 \| 9:30 am-12 pm \| The Globe Room 2300 Prerequisite: Bridging Cultures I. The Global Partner Certificate is a Center for Global Engagement professional development initiative for those interested in improving their intercultural communication, knowledge, skills, and awareness and becoming more globally competent. This certificate recognizes an individual’s commitment to understanding and appreciating cultural diversity at FSU. Participants must complete all four workshops (in order) and three intercultural events offered on campus and/or in the Tallahassee community. Visit the CGE website for details.
	Florida International Leadership Conference (FILC) - Fri, Feb 5-Sun, Feb 7 \| Camp Winona, DeLeon Springs, Florida Note: Only for those registered. The Florida International Leadership Conference challenges future international leaders with teambuilding exercises and sessions on a variety of topics ranging from global leadership, to intercultural communication, to campus activism. CGE will be taking 14 FSU students to the FILC this year. For more information on FILC and how you can participate next year, visit the CGE website.
	Intercultural Program Series: Lebanon - Tue, Feb 9 \| 7 pm \| The Globe Auditorium Learn more about the beautiful culture and history of Lebanon through music, dance, and food. Free and open to the public.
	Global Cafe - Mexico - Fri, Feb 19 \| 11:30 am-2 pm \| The Globe Dining Room This week is co-hosted with the Mexican American Student Association. Open to the public. $7 cash or check only.
	Optional Practical Training (OPT) Workshop (for F-1 international students) - Fri, Feb 19 \| 2-4 pm \| The Globe Room 2300 All F-1 international students nearing graduation are required to attend an OPT workshop (in person or online) if they are interested in working in the U.S. after graduation to gain experience in their field of study. Registration is required.
	Florida Association of International Educators (FAIE) Conference - Fri, Feb 25-Sat Feb 26 CGE is proud to host the annual Florida Association of International Educators Conference at FSU. Registration is required. For details and how you can attend, visit the FAIE website.
	International Student Employment Workshop: Preparing to Gain Employment in the U.S. - Sat, Mar 19 \| 9 am-3 pm \| The Globe Auditorium Save the date--registration information coming soon!
	Intercultural Program Series: China - Wed, Mar 23 \| 7 pm \| The Globe Auditorium Learn more about China and the Chinese culture--more details soon! Free and open to the public.
	Tax Workshop for International Students - Fri, Mar 25 \| 1-3 pm for those filing as a Resident for tax purposes \| 3-5 pm for those filing as a Non-Resident for tax purposes \| The Globe Auditorium This workshop is facilitated by a certified tax specialist and covers options for F-1 and J-1 students and scholars who earned income in 2015. Registration is required. Visit the CGE website for more information.
	Global Cafe - Guatemala - Fri, Mar 25 \| 11:30 am-2 pm \| The Globe Dining Room This week is co-hosted with PeaceJam. $7 cash or check only.
Denotes a Global Citizenship Certificate event The Global Citizenship Certificate is designed to help undergraduate students maximize the rich cultural learning experiences available to them on campus, in the community, and abroad.

	International Coffee Hour - Every Friday \| 5-6:30 pm \| The Globe Lounge & Dining Room U.S. students, scholars, and faculty gather for coffee and snacks every Friday. It's a great place to meet new people from various parts of the world, see old friends, and make plans for the weekend.
	English Conversation Club - Every Monday-Friday \| 4-5 pm \| The Globe Lounge International students, scholars, and their families at all levels of speaking English as a second/other language are invited to meet in a relaxed atmosphere to practice conversational English. Groups are led by experienced English tutors.
	Optional Practical Training (OPT) Workshop (for F-1 international students) - Fri, Jan 29 \| 2-4 pm \| The Globe Room 2300 Note: Only for those registered. All F-1 international students nearing graduation are required to attend an OPT workshop (in person or online) if they are interested in working in the U.S. after graduation to gain experience in their field of study. Registration for this workshop is full. The next OPT Workshop is Feb 19--see below.
	Global Partner Certificate: Bridging Cultures II (for Faculty, Staff & Grad Students) - Fri, Feb 5 \| 9:30 am-12 pm \| The Globe Room 2300 Prerequisite: Bridging Cultures I. The Global Partner Certificate is a Center for Global Engagement professional development initiative for those interested in improving their intercultural communication, knowledge, skills, and awareness and becoming more globally competent. This certificate recognizes an individual’s commitment to understanding and appreciating cultural diversity at FSU. Participants must complete all four workshops (in order) and three intercultural events offered on campus and/or in the Tallahassee community. Visit the CGE website for details.
	Florida International Leadership Conference (FILC) - Fri, Feb 5-Sun, Feb 7 \| Camp Winona, DeLeon Springs, Florida Note: Only for those registered. The Florida International Leadership Conference challenges future international leaders with teambuilding exercises and sessions on a variety of topics ranging from global leadership, to intercultural communication, to campus activism. CGE will be taking 14 FSU students to the FILC this year. For more information on FILC and how you can participate next year, visit the CGE website.
	Intercultural Program Series: Lebanon - Tue, Feb 9 \| 7 pm \| The Globe Auditorium Learn more about the beautiful culture and history of Lebanon through music, dance, and food. Free and open to the public.
	Global Cafe - Mexico - Fri, Feb 19 \| 11:30 am-2 pm \| The Globe Dining Room This week is co-hosted with the Mexican American Student Association. Open to the public. $7 cash or check only.
	Optional Practical Training (OPT) Workshop (for F-1 international students) - Fri, Feb 19 \| 2-4 pm \| The Globe Room 2300 All F-1 international students nearing graduation are required to attend an OPT workshop (in person or online) if they are interested in working in the U.S. after graduation to gain experience in their field of study. Registration is required.
	Florida Association of International Educators (FAIE) Conference - Fri, Feb 25-Sat Feb 26 CGE is proud to host the annual Florida Association of International Educators Conference at FSU. Registration is required. For details and how you can attend, visit the FAIE website.
	International Student Employment Workshop: Preparing to Gain Employment in the U.S. - Sat, Mar 19 \| 9 am-3 pm \| The Globe Auditorium Save the date--registration information coming soon!
	Intercultural Program Series: China - Wed, Mar 23 \| 7 pm \| The Globe Auditorium Learn more about China and the Chinese culture--more details soon! Free and open to the public.
	Tax Workshop for International Students - Fri, Mar 25 \| 1-3 pm for those filing as a Resident for tax purposes \| 3-5 pm for those filing as a Non-Resident for tax purposes \| The Globe Auditorium This workshop is facilitated by a certified tax specialist and covers options for F-1 and J-1 students and scholars who earned income in 2015. Registration is required. Visit the CGE website for more information.
	Global Cafe - Guatemala - Fri, Mar 25 \| 11:30 am-2 pm \| The Globe Dining Room This week is co-hosted with PeaceJam. $7 cash or check only.
Denotes a Global Citizenship Certificate event The Global Citizenship Certificate is designed to help undergraduate students maximize the rich cultural learning experiences available to them on campus, in the community, and abroad.