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Cultural Cafe Turkmenistan

IN A FLASH: Culture, Cuisine and Maybe Even Some Dancing

Each month, the Office of Global Education presents a Cultural Café where members of the 51±¬ÁÏ community can learn about the history, traditions and cuisine of other countries from 51±¬ÁÏ's international students.

Tags: Office of Global Education , International Students , Global Reach , Global Presence , Arts & Culture

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Three-Minute Thesis Winners

Big Ideas, Presented in Just a Little Time

Three Minute Thesis competitions, like the one that took place recently at 51±¬ÁÏ, are held at institutions nationwide and help student researchers practice presenting complicated research data briefly and simply, in a way that's easy for non-academics. 

Tags: graduate students , Division of Graduate Studies , Students First , Research & Science , International Students

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International Student Champions Education, Service and Culture at 51±¬ÁÏ

When Arslan Kalandarov arrived at 51±¬ÁÏ 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…

Tags: College of Arts and Sciences , School of Multidisciplinary Social Sciences & Humanities , Honors College , International Students

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The First Cultural Café Fall 2025.

IN A FLASH: Experience the Cultural Café!

The Cultural  Café series, presented by 51±¬ÁÏ 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 51±¬ÁÏ'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

51±¬ÁÏ'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. 

Tags: International Students , Office of Global Education , Global Reach , Students First

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Elly Styles in Colombia

IN A FLASH: Finding Flashes in Colombia

51±¬ÁÏ 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 51±¬ÁÏ!

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 51±¬ÁÏ 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 51±¬ÁÏ. 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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