GEO Weekly Bulletin - 03/16/26
Week 8: 03/16/2026-03/20/2026
Yay! It's almost spring break! We hope you stop by our events before you head off next week! Have a great break.
Coffee & Culture: Ireland: St. Patrick's Day
Come celebrate (a belated) St. Patrick's Day with the IEEC over snacks and Ireland-themed games. We have various programs that can send you to Ireland that you can hear about as well.
⏰12:00-1:00 pm
📅 Thursday, March 19th
📍International Hall
IEEC Event: Game Night
Join us for some fun board and card games! Meet new international and local friends over some friendly competition. See you there!
⏰5:00-7:00 pm
📅 Wednesday, March 18th
📍Recreational Center
Upcoming Deadlines:
EM Normandie Direct Enroll Program
With our Direct Exchange program with EM Normandie, you can choose to study Business in one of five locations! (Students attending Oxford or Dublin locations can only participate for one semester.)
With over 5,000 students from more than 50 different nationalities welcomed each year, 9 languages taught, and nearly 70 foreign visiting professors, you can experience multiculturalism and cultural diversity at EM Normandie.
Due: March 20th
🔗Get more information and apply here!
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University of Leeds Exchange Program
The University of Leeds, established in 1904, is one of the largest higher education institutions in the UK. They are renowned globally for the quality of their teaching and research. The strength of their academic expertise, combined with the breadth of disciplines they cover, provides a wealth of opportunities and has a real impact on the world in cultural, economic, and societal ways.
The University of Leeds strives to achieve academic excellence within an ethical framework informed by our values of integrity, equality and inclusion, community, and professionalism.
Every year, more than 9,000 international students choose to study at the University of Leeds, making their campus one of the most diverse and multicultural in the UK. By enrolling, you'll join a community of outstanding academics. They're among the top 100 universities in the QS World University Rankings 2021. They're also part of the Worldwide Universities Network, which comprises 16 research-intensive institutions and addresses issues of global significance.
Due: March 20th
🔗Get more information and apply here!
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Direct Enroll Program Applications Due April 1st:
Application deadline for Burgundy School of Business (BSB), Niigata University, University of Canberra, University of Liverpool, and the University of the West of Scotland:
April 1st
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USAC Highlight: Cork, Ireland
USAC’s programs in Cork offer students the opportunity to study in one of Ireland’s largest cities while experiencing its rich cultural heritage and modern lifestyle. Known as Ireland’s cultural and culinary capital, Cork features diverse dining options, historic landmarks like Blarney Castle and Cork City Gaol, vibrant art galleries, and a lively music scene. Students can also explore nearby seaside towns and the scenic Wild Atlantic Way. Studying in Ireland provides a unique cultural experience that broadens perspectives, deepens global understanding, and immerses students in Irish history and traditions.
SSU Event Highlight: Tune Tuesday: Luck & 2000's
Take a mid-day music break in the theme of “luck & 2000s”. Join us for an afternoon of music challenges including “guess the song by emoji” and “music bingo” for the chance to win a prize! (AS Site)
⏰ 11:30 am - 1:00 pm
📅 Tuesday, March 17th
📍Seawolf Plaza