GEO Weekly Bulletin - 3/25/24

Check out this week's GEO Bulletin to stay up-to-date on what's happening! This week includes fun events and exchange program deadlines!
March 25, 2024

IEEC Hangout This Week

Wednesday, March 27 from 6-8:30PM in the Beaujolais Meeting Room

Looking for a mid-week break filled with good company, tasty snacks, and great music? Look no further! We're hosting a casual hangout this Wednesday at Beaujolais Meeting Room from 6:00 PM to 8:30 PM, and you're invited! Unwind with us as we gather for an evening of relaxation and fun. Whether you're a regular visitor or it's your first time joining the IEEC, we hope to see you there. 

 

IEEC Coffee & Culture: Europe!

Thursday, March 28 from 12-1PM in International Hall 107

Join us this Thursday to experience Europe's flavors and traditions with coffee and snacks. Immerse yourself in cultural vibes, connect with international students from Europe, study abroad alumni, and other students interested in studying in Europe, and everyone is welcome. See you there!

 

SSU Exchange Program Deadlines this week!

Attention all interested exchange program applicants! Don't miss out on the opportunity to study abroad at one of SSU’s partner institutions in England, Ireland, France, or Japan! The deadline for SSU’s exchange programs is March 30  and this week is your last chance to finalize and submit your application!  Stop by the office or email hope.ortiz@sonoma.edu to get help! 

 

Program Highlight: Niigata University

Embark on an academic journey at Niigata University. Immerse yourself in Japan's culture in beautiful and affordable Northern Japan; pursue your interests, and build lasting connections for the academic year.  Submit your application by the March 30 deadline! 

 

WIVA Program Highlight: Teach in Taiwan Program

Apply for the TEACH Fellowship in Taiwan sponsored by AICEE and IIE. Teachers must apply by April 15 for priority placement. Fellows teach various subjects in Taipei and New Taipei City, receiving a monthly stipend of $2,000-$2,800 USD, along with flight reimbursement, visa assistance, and cultural activities! To be eligible, candidates must: be native English speakers with U.S. citizenship, possess a teaching license, possess TESOL/TEFL certificate with 120 hours experience or two years of teaching experience. Don't miss this chance to teach and experience Taiwanese culture! If you are interested, check out this upcoming Info Session!

TEACH Fellowship Information Session
Date: Tuesday, April 2, 2024
Time: 8 AM Eastern US Time
Register:  https://iie-org.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_TW1RFsEyS1-FZcH2JDJEnw

 

SSU Event of the Week: Trans Day of Visibility: Documentary Screening and Discussion! 

Thursday, March 29 at 1:00pm in The HUB Cultural Center

The HUB Cultural Center will be screening the documentary Disclosure! Join in for the screening and a post-viewing discussion and debrief focused on community care and critical reflection. This documentary highlights the history of transgender visibility in film and television media and its subsequent impacts on both the trans community and pop culture.