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International Student Champions Education, Service and Culture at °µÍø½ûÇø

When Arslan Kalandarov arrived at °µÍø½ûÇø from Turkmenistan, he carried with him more than just luggage. As the first in his family to attend college, he brought a deep sense of responsibility, determination and pride in his cultural heritage.“I was incredibly happy when I got my first…

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The First Cultural Café Fall 2025.

IN A FLASH: Experience the Cultural Café!

The Cultural  Café series, presented by °µÍø½ûÇø International Student & Scholar Services, through the Office of Global Education is a monthly gathering that offers an opportunity for the university community to learn about other cultures and countries from °µÍø½ûÇø's international students. 

Tags: International Admissions , International Students , Arts & Culture , Students First

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International Student and Scholar Services Summer Luncheon

IN A FLASH: Coming Together From Around The World

°µÍø½ûÇø's International Student and Scholar Services, with the Office of Global Education, invited the university's international students and their families to come together at summer luncheon on campus. 

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Elly Styles in Colombia

IN A FLASH: Finding Flashes in Colombia

°µÍø½ûÇø International Admissions sends representatives around the world to seek out future Flashes. As part of her travels, Elly Styles, assistant director of International Admissions, met with students in Bogotá, Colombia, to share the opportunities that await them at °µÍø½ûÇø!

Tags: International Admissions , Global Presence , Global Reach , International Students

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Ramadan Fastathon 2025

IN A FLASH: A Ramadan Wrap-Up

As their month-long observance of Ramadan draws to a close, students in the °µÍø½ûÇø Muslim Students Association welcomed all to a celebration of Islamic culture. 

Tags: Arts & Culture , Community & Society , International Students

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Kent Indian Association Holi 2025

IN A FLASH: Holi Hai!

With messages of unity, diversity, and people coming together, Holi, the Indian festival of love, colors and spring was celebrated by the Kent Indian Association on Centennial Court Green on March 8. 

Tags: International Students , Student Organizations , Student Life , India

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Global Safari Fest 2025

IN A FLASH: An International Showcase

Global Safari Fest is the new name of what was previously called International Homecoming Celebration. It’s a large-scale event that fills the Kent Student Center Ballroom with cultural performances, international tabling displays and a global buffet featuring tastes from around the world. 

Tags: Arts & Culture , International Students

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Global Safari Preview

IN A FLASH: Going Global On Campus

Feb. 10-14 is I Heart Travel Week at °µÍø½ûÇø. There are international activities scheduled on each day, culminating on Friday with the Global Safari Fest. 

Tags: Office of Global Education , International Students , Arts & Culture , Student Life

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Global Safari Fest 2025

Global Safari Fest is a Fabulous Finish to I Heart Travel Week

It’s °µÍø½ûÇøâ€™s biggest international event of the year. Providing a fantastic finish to I Heart Travel Week’s five days of activities, Global Safari Fest celebrates °µÍø½ûÇøâ€™s international students with performances, a country fair and global cuisine.  

Tags: Office of Global Education , International Students , Arts & Culture , Student Life

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Rwandan students

IN A FLASH: Rwandan Students say "Murakaza neza!"

All of the students from Rwanda who are currently attending °µÍø½ûÇø came out to welcome Claudette Irere, the Rwandan Minster of State for Education when she came to °µÍø½ûÇø to discuss adding additional program partnerships to her African nation. 

Tags: Office of Global Education , Global Reach , Global Presence , International Students , International Admissions

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