International Education Week 2025 is happening the week of November 17 to 21, and there are many events taking place across campus.
International Education Week is an opportunity to celebrate the vast cultural diversity of our student community, while also encouraging and showcasing opportunities for intercultural learning, dialogue, and cultural exchange.
This year, Student Experience and Housing (SEAH) will be coordinating festivities for the entire community. Events are open to all University of Waterloo students, staff, and faculty.
The week's schedule of events
Monday, November 17 — Chinese Student Hangout, 4:00pm - 5:00pm, Dunker Family Lounge (REN 1400)
- Chinese students and students interested in Chinese culture are invited to come together to connect together with Chinese snacks and activities
Tuesday, November 18 — Renison's Living Library, 3:00pm - 5:00pm, REN Atrium
- Students can register now to be a Living Book volunteer, and students/employees can register now to attend the event
Wednesday, November 19 — Arts Around the World, 11:00am - 1:00pm, REN Atrium
- A celebration of how art in all forms is celebrated globally
- Departments interested in participating in showcasing cultural art at activity stations can email Thalia Criollo Guerrero (Student Experience Coordinator)
Thursday, November 20 — Culture & Sustainability Fair, 3:30pm - 5:30pm, REN Atrium
- The ELI Student Leadership Team will be hosting activities to showcase the creative ways that other countries approach sustainability efforts around the globe
- Departments interested in participating in showcasing sustainability and culture at the fair can email Thalia Criollo Guerrero (Student Experience Coordinator)
Friday, November 21 — International Movie Day, 10:00am - 4:00pm, REN Atrium
- International films will be streaming all day with popcorn available to enjoy!
To advance that, Waterloo International will promote your International Education Week activities in the following ways:
- Add your event to the International Education Week calendar of events.
- Let us amplify your plans through our broad communication channels.
- Discuss other ideas for promotion of your unique events and audiences.
If you want your event to be listed as part of International Education Week in this way or are interested in more information, please fill out our online form or email Waterloo International.
Please join the University of Waterloo community later in November to celebrate internationalization in its many forms! If you have any questions or comments about any aspect of International Education Week, please contact Waterloo International.
Here are some highlights from the previous years' International Education Week (below).
