International Education Week (IEW) takes place yearly the 3rd week of November. IEW 2026 will take place November 16 - 20. It is an opportunity to celebrate the benefits of international education and exchange worldwide. This joint initiative of the U.S. Department of State and the U.S. Department of Education is part of an effort to promote programs that prepare citizens for a global environment and attract future leaders from abroad to study, learn, and exchange experiences.
Every year, International Affairs compiles a robust schedule of events that take place across campus. All events are open to our entire campus community to highlight San Diego State's engagement in International Education. Take a look at some of the events from prior years and considering participating next year.
New events will be added and updated closer to IEW 2026.
Join International Affairs at the International Education Week opening ceremony. Opening remarks will be made by Associate Vice President of International Affairs Dr. Cristina Alfaro, and other university leaders. Light refreshments will be provided.
Time: 4:00 pm - 6:30 pm
Faculty Global Engagement Awards last spring. Pictured from left, Â鶹´«Ã½Ó³» Vice Provost Sonja Pruitt-Lord, Choudhury Bhuyan, Zamira Abman, Lisa Lamont, Erin Riley, and Cristina Alfaro, AVP of Â鶹´«Ã½Ó³» International Affairs,
Faculty Global Engagement Symposium & Awards
Location: Scripps Cottage
The symposium recognizes the exceptional global scholarship of Â鶹´«Ã½Ó³» faculty, particularly in the areas of global and transborder engagement and international research. It recognizes two faculty members — one for outstanding global scholarship and another for exceptional transborder engagement. It also recognizes an outstanding international visiting scholar whose research and teaching have broadened global perspectives. During the symposium, the honorees will present their work through TED-style talks, followed by a reception.
Time: 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
Students explore study abroad opportunities at the annual Global Education Fair during International Education Week
Global Education Fair
Location: Centennial Walkway
Nearly two dozen tables will feature information on study abroad programs, global seminars and international internships.
Time: 11:00 am - 2:00 pm
Open the image full screen.Â鶹´«Ã½Ó³» Saudi student shares a cultural drink with fellow students at the 2024 International Peace Village
International Peace Village
Location: Goldberg Courtyard, Conrad Prebys Aztec Student Union
Part of the International Education Week, International Peace Village is the annual fall celebration of international cultures. It features cultural displays, music, songs, dances, and performances from all over the world. Sign-up to host a cultural table . View a video example of the International Peace Village .
12:00pm – 1:00 pm
International Student Center Cultural Hour - Algeria
Location: One World Lounge, 5520 Hardy Ave.
Enjoy a presentation of culture, music, and more presented by students celebrating Â鶹´«Ã½Ó³»'s Many Cultures, One Vibrant Community.
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