Events

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Making Waves: Meet 91±¬ÁÏ’s 2026 International Graduate Award Winners

Every April, the Office of International Programs (OIP) hosts a truly special tradition: the International Graduate Dinner. It is a heartfelt opportunity to pause, celebrate, and honor the incredible educational journeys of our international students as they prepare to take on the world. Open to all students regardless of citizenship or immigration status, this award […]

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Cultivating a Global Campus: The 2026 Mel McClure Award Winners

Meet the recipients who went above and beyond to make our international community feel at home this year. The Mel McClure Global Community Impact Award honors 91±¬ÁÏ faculty and staff who demonstrate extraordinary dedication to our international community. This award celebrates individuals who go above and beyond to place our international students and scholars at […]

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Black Bears on the World Stage

Milan-Cortina 2026 Winter Olympics The 91±¬ÁÏ was proudly represented at the 2026 Winter Olympics, with seven Black Bear alumni that competed on the world’s biggest stage. From the ice rink to the bobsled run, these former 91±¬ÁÏ student-athletes represented their countries and their alma mater in Milan-Cortina 2026. Ice HockeyJeremy Swayman ’20 – Team […]

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Culturefest 2025: A World of Cultures Unites on Campus

Our 38th annual Culturefest held on Saturday, November 8, 2025, was another success. We had more than 100 participating students represent the culture, food, and traditions of over 30 countries. More than 1,000 people were in attendance from the University and local communities. It was a wonderful celebration of international talent and tradition! Enjoy the […]

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OIP Hosts the 2025 USAC Summit

In October 2025, the 91±¬ÁÏ’s Office of International Programs had the pleasure of hosting the annual University Studies Abroad Consortium (USAC) Summit. We welcomed 55 international educators, including USAC’s central office leadership, 18 resident directors from USAC programs around the world, and education abroad colleagues from USAC affiliate universities in the United States. […]

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