International Education Week (IEW)

This documentary chronicles the first 48 hours of selected international students from departing their countries of origin to their initial days when they arrive in Toronto. Surprises, anxiety, joy, tips and funny revelations all describe the incredible trajectory of learners who have left their home. This film is the result of a project run by the Centre for International Experience and led by students from the Innovation Hub. It is intended to document and share with the broader community what it means to be new to a university, a culture and a country. Some of the students from the documentary will be participating in a moderated panel after the screening and will discuss some of their post-production thoughts as they now look back at their initial experience.

Date and Location: November 18 from 3:30 - 5 PM in the UTM Room

Register here: https://folio.utoronto.ca/students/events/detail/4555866 

Cultural foods have evolved throughout history to adapt to their social and economic environments. This adaptation often arises out of necessity, as communities find innovative ways to make the most of available resources. For example, Paella from Spain was originally a humble dish made by farmers with ingredients they could locally source, and Gumbo from the United States was a stew created by enslaved Africans using ingredients they could procure. These dishes highlight peoples’ resilience and creativity in transforming adversity into culinary innovation. Discover the fascinating evolution of various foods and how the history, traditions, and culture of the communities they come from shape our understanding of today’s global foodways.

Join food and travel writer Nastasha Alli for an immersive Tastes of Culture food experience, exploring the tastes, regional influences, and innovation of Filipino cuisine. At the event, participants will have the unique opportunity to make the beloved Filipino dessert, Halo-Halo, and learn about its significance as a symbol of cultural identity across the diaspora. Uncover the interconnectedness of culinary traditions across cultures and delve into the rich tapestry of food, culture, and wellness at Tastes of Culture 2024.

Date and Location: November 18 from 5 - 7 PM in the UTMSU Presentation Room

Register here: https://www.harthouseregistration.ca/Program/GetProgramDetails?courseId=2a864200-ce3f-4637-9678-ae0ba1520879 

Join the IEC and UTMFSA (UTM Filipino Student Association) in a collaboration to celebrate Filipino culture through community connection, language, and movement!

Learn about Filipino-inspired Zumba and the ancient Filipino script of Baybayin through an interactive, hands-on workshop facilitated by UTMFSA representatives. Whether you’re reconnecting with cultural roots or exploring Filipino culture for the first time, this event is sure to bring the UTM community together through a shared interest for Filipino culture and heritage.

Date and Location: November 18 from 7 - 9 PM in the UTMSU Presentation Room

Register here: 
https://folio.utoronto.ca/students/events/detail/4684123 

Join us as UTM celebrates International Education Week 2024 in this session as we test out various modalities for stress management and wellness techniques from cultures around the world!

Date and Location: November 19 from 11:30 AM - 1 PM in the Wellness Den, Student Services Hub

No registration required - just drop by! 

This event is in celebration of International Education Week and is in collaboration between the IEC and RAWC. Come out and learn more about this popular international sport which is growing in leaps and bounds here in Canada. This is a movement based, come ready to participate!

Date and Location: November 19 from 6:30 - 8:30 PM in the Gym A/B

Register here: https://folio.utoronto.ca/students/events/detail/4652361 

We are collaborating with UTM's Caribbean Connections to celebrate Caribbean culture through live performances, carnival costumes, food, and community engagement.

Date and Location: November 19 from 6:30 - 8:30 PM in the UTMSU Presentation Room

Register here: https://folio.utoronto.ca/students/events/detail/4681034 

Come visit the IEW fair where we will feature all the different cultures at UTM. 

Date and Location: November 20 from 10 AM - 2 PM in the CCT Atrium

No registration required - drop by when you can! 

We will be showing an Iranian movie for the next International Movie Night!

Short description: Hop in for a comedic, heartwarming journey that gives you a front-seat view of Tehran’s streets and Iran’s society. Don’t miss this unique film experience! 🎬🚖✨

Date and Location: November 20 from 6:30 - 8 PM in the MN 3120

Register here: https://folio.utoronto.ca/students/events/detail/4681035 

The Greater Toronto Area is one of the most multicultural and multilingual cities in the world. In a city where more than 50% of us have a first language other than English, Professor Derek Denis has been asking, how do these many other languages effect Toronto English? In this talk, he'll review a few of the vocabulary and accent features of what he calls 'Multicultural Toronto English' and consider the perceptions and attitudes toward of this way of speaking. Lunch will be provided.

Speaker Bio: Dr. Derek Denis is an associate professor of linguistics in the Department of Language Studies at the University of Toronto Mississauga. His research primarily focuses on Canadian English. His early work investigated earlier Canadian English using archival oral history recordings in an effort to understand a previous stage of Ontario English. Since arriving at UTM he has looked more toward the future, asking questions about how the many languages spoken by Torontonians may come to influence Toronto English. When not being a linguist, he can be found lifting heavy weights, playing Magic: The Gathering, or snoozing on the dock at the cottage. For more information, please visit: https://www.utm.utoronto.ca/language-studies/people/derek-denis.

Lunch is served! 

Date and Location: November 21 from 12 - 1 PM in the MN 5128

Register here: https://folio.utoronto.ca/students/events/detail/4667233 

Culture, Consent, and Collage is an art therapy workshop exploring themes of cross-cultural consent, boundaries, and communication. Working with collage, participants are welcome to express themselves through art, and are invited to share and connect, reflecting on what consent looks like across cultures and imagine what it could look like in a place of multiculturalism.

Date and Location: November 21 from 1 - 2:30 PM in DV 2282 in the Student Services Hub

Register here: https://folio.utoronto.ca/students/events/detail/4668805 

This event is a collaboration between the IEC and RAWC in celebration of International Education Week. Come test out your knowledge of sports from around the world with a chance to win prizes!

Date and Location: November 21 from 5 - 6:30 PM in the Activity Room, Student Services Hub

Register here: https://folio.utoronto.ca/students/events/detail/4652364 

Join us for International Education Week as we sample different beverages around the world!

Date and Location: November 22 from 1 - 2:30 PM in the UTMSU

No registration required - just drop by! 

UTM Students who attend 3 or more events during the week of IEW can submit a 1-page reflection paper answering any of the following questions to earn CCR:

• Why is interculturalism important to our society?
• What are the benefits of having a global mindset and how will you use it in your everyday life?
• What is 1 new thing you learned about yourself, culture, and international education from participating in IEW 2024?

Reflections can be submitted via email to: international.utm@utoronto.ca by December 8th, 2024 to receive CCR.