Miami University held its first ever Career Discovery Conference for International Students on Saturday, Nov. 16. The conference included presentations from current undergraduate and graduate students speaking about their experiences with research, internships, jobs, and other similar opportunities.
It was a week before the holiday, but the Shriver Dolibois room was transformed into a Thanksgiving feast. Dozens of circular tables filled the room, which was occupied mainly by international students and community members. For some, this was their first time eating a Thanksgiving dinner.
Miami University held its first ever Study Abroad Is for Me Showcase on Friday, Nov. 14. The showcase included student stories about studying abroad and being an international student at Miami, the announcement of awards for the International Education Week photo and writing contests, and raffles for attendees.
Next week, Miami President Greg Crawford will travel to the nations capital to accept the 2019 Senator Paul Simon Award for Campus Internationalization.
Leilei Wang came to the United States in May, stepping off the plane into an unknown place where he has trouble communicating.
At Miami University, though, hes found comfort in the familiar water polo.
