International Education Week
The University of Texas at Austin recognizes International Education Week (IEW) annually to celebrate global engagement on the Forty Acres and around the world. This nationwide initiative features events that showcase opportunities abroad, cultural performances, international research, and community-building activities. This year’s IEW is November 16-20, 2026, and is open to all members of the campus community.
IEW Event Categories
Academics and Research
Broadening perspectives through presentations, panels, and lectures on internationally focused topics.
Global Gatherings
Connecting with peers through cultural and language exchange, networking, and professional development.
Go Abroad
Exploring opportunities to study, intern, or research abroad.
Arts and Culture
Experiencing visual and performing arts from around the world.
Attend an IEW Event
Join us for a week of global learning! Explore all IEW events to discover opportunities that fit best with your interests. You can sort the calendar topically by categories, including Academics and Research, Global Gatherings, Go Abroad, and Arts and Culture.
Plan an Event
Colleges, schools, units, and student organizations are key to the success of IEW. Whether your gathering is a campus tradition, part of an existing series, or new to IEW, we are excited to have you join the festivities!
You can celebrate IEW by planning in-person, virtual, or hybrid events and promoting your organization’s global champions, programs, and research. In addition to your own promotion efforts, Texas Global will amplify IEW events via campus communications and social media.
Event Submissions
Priority deadline: October 15, 2026
Final deadline: November 6, 2026
Questions?
For questions and event-planning consultations, please contact iew@austin.utexas.edu.
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