Broaden your global perspective during International Education Week
For International Education Week, let’s think globally and reflect on how international issues affect all of us locally. This week is part of McMaster Global, an annual, university-wide initiative that showcases the ways we can engage with the world as a community, respond to global issues and promote intercultural learning.
Join us during International Education Week to…
- Find events and socials to engage in that promote a global perspective.
- Learn more about global opportunities on and beyond our campus.
- Connect with McMaster’s global community — no travel necessary!
McMaster Exchange Program: General Information Session (Study and Research)
November 1, 11:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. ET
Join us for a general information session on the McMaster Exchange Program. Applications for 2022–2023 academic year open on November 1, with due dates for our various programs coming up in December, January and March 2022. If you want to go on an exchange, you must attend or watch the general exchange information session before applying (the 2021 recording will be available soon). Visit the Study and Research Abroad page for more information. And don’t forget to join our new MS Teams community to connect with staff and other McMaster peers as you complete your application to go abroad.
Global Experience Program: General Information Session (Work and Volunteer)
November 1, 12:30 p.m. – 1:30 p.m. ET
Are you interested in global work, volunteer or English teaching opportunities? Do you want to learn about virtual global opportunities? Join us for an introduction to the Global Experience Program and the Global Experience Award at McMaster. For more information, visit the Work and Volunteer Abroad page.
International Certificate in Law: Department of Political Science
November 2, 2021, 2:30 p.m. – 3:30 p.m. ET
Are you considering a term abroad? How about studying law in the United Kingdom? This session will provide information on the new exchange program between McMaster University’s Department of Political Science and law schools at the University of Birmingham, University of Glasgow and University of Liverpool. Beginning in 2022, this will be a certified international experience opportunity for students enrolled in the Public Law and Judicial Studies Specialization or the Global Citizenship Specialization offered by the Department of Political Science.
Mitacs Globalinks Research Awards
November 2, 3:30 p.m. – 4:30 p.m. ET
The Mitacs Globalink Research Award (GRA) supports research collaborations between Canada and select partner organizations and eligible countries and regions. Under the joint supervision of a home and host professor, successful senior undergraduate students, graduate students and postdoctoral fellows will receive a $6,000 research award to conduct a 12- to 24-week research project in the other country. Awards are offered in partnership with Mitacs’s Canadian academic partners (and, in some cases, with Mitacs’s international partners), subject to available funding. For more information after the session, visit the Mitacs Globalink website.
National Engineering School of Metz: McMaster Exchange Program
November 3, 2021, 11:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. ET
Study abroad with the National Engineering School of Metz (ENIM) with the McMaster Exchange Program. The National Engineering School of Metz (ENIM) is a public university, which has been training qualified engineers in the fields of mechanical, material and industrial engineering since 1962. ENIM is an engineering school under the University of Lorraine exchange agreement. During one or two semesters, exchange students can choose lectures in biomechanics, industrial engineering, energetics, electrical and material sciences. Project work is also available.
U21 Global Student Information Session
November 3, 2021, 12:00 p.m. – 1:00 p.m. ET
McMaster is proud to be a member of the Universitas21 network of research universities. This information session, led by U21, is an opportunity for you to learn more about U21 global student programs, from internships to seed funding for projects. In particular, there will be more information on U21 sustainable micro-internships and the RISE showcase and awards.
Programs include:
- U21 Global Citizens
- U21 Sustainable Micro-Internships
- U21 RISE
- U21 Global Connections
Fiji Virtual Internships Information Session
November 3, 2021, 1:00 p.m. – 2:00 p.m. ET
Do you want to gain international experience without leaving the country? In this session, we’ll introduce Fiji virtual internships as a way to develop skills, gain international experience and start building your global network. Join the Global Experience Program for an introduction to the benefits of virtual internships and for information on the Global Experience Award for virtual opportunities. A special guest from Think Pacific will share how to participate in a Fiji virtual internship (unpaid).
EM Normandie Business School: McMaster Exchange Program
November 4, 2021, 9:30 a.m. – 10:30 a.m. ET
Study abroad at the EM Normandie Business School with the McMaster Exchange Program! With its multi-campus presence in France, England and Ireland, studying at the EM Normandie Business School means benefiting from the same level of academic excellence across the board, with a twist of cultural exception that makes each campus feel unique. Learn a new language, enjoy top facilities and find the best student society to join for your individual growth. For more information, visit the website for incoming exchanges students at EM Normandie.
Politecnico di Milano, Italy: McMaster Exchange Program
November 4, 2021, 11:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. ET
Study abroad with Politecnico di Milano, Italy, with the McMaster Exchange Program! Politecnico di Milano is a scientific-technological university that trains engineers, architects and industrial designers. With more than 45,000 students, it’s the largest technical university in Italy. Courses are offered in English at the master’s level (senior undergraduate students may be eligible for first-year master’s courses).
- School of Architecture Urban Planning Construction Engineering
- School of Design
- School of Civil, Environmental and Land Management Engineering
- School of Industrial and Information Engineering
Visit the website for incoming exchange students to Politecnico di Milano to learn more.
Cultural Potluck and Trivia
November 4, 2021, 12:30 p.m. – 1:30 p.m. ET
The McMaster International and Exchange Club (M.I.X.) is hosting a cultural potluck and trivia event in support of the United Nations sustainable development goals of zero hunger and good health. This virtual potluck will encourage participants to exchange cultural knowledge by sharing information, photos or recipes about homemade dishes representing their culture. The event will also include fun trivia based on world flags and the UN goals.
International Experience Canada
November 4, 2021, 1:30 p.m. – 2:30 p.m. ET
Are you a Canadian citizen aged 18 to 35? If yes, International Experience Canada (IEC) offers you the opportunity to work and travel abroad in one of more than 30 countries and territories around the world. This session will provide information on how to plan and prepare for future opportunities to work and travel outside of Canada.
You don’t have to travel abroad to develop and expand your global perspective. Thinking globally is also about reflecting on issues than span country divides and considering how you can take action. This International Education Week, we’re reflecting on the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) outlined by the United Nations.
Learn more about the SDGs
McMaster Global
November 1–12, 2021
McMaster Global is an annual, university-wide showcase of global engagement activities. This initiative supports McMaster’s vision and mission to make global engagement and knowledge an integral part of its identity and presence in Canada and the world. Global-themed events and activities hosted during McMaster Global may include virtual academic lectures, workshops, panel discussions, seminars, presentations, information fairs and more!
Global Entrepreneurship Week
November 8–14, 2021
Global Entrepreneurship Week (GEW) is a collection of activities, competitions and events aimed at making it easier for anyone, anywhere to start and scale, or grow, a company. This November, GEW 2021 is rallying almost every nation in the world to empower their entrepreneurs and encourage their citizens to find new and better ways of doing things. GEW 2021 is a call to action for all societies to come together and leverage the power of new ideas and innovation for the benefit of all.
Many departments, Faculties and clubs across campus are coming together to celebrate Global Entrepreneurship Week in our community. Check out opportunities like these to learn more, get involved and start your innovation journey.
- Workshops
- Seminars
- Networking
- Socials
- Virtual challenges
- And much more!