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Weekly Digest for October 18, 2017 
IN THIS WEEK'S DIGEST...
HAPPY INTERNATIONAL EDUCATION WEEK!OCTOBER 16 - 20 
Each year, International Education Week highlights the benefits of internationalization efforts at Tulane. This year's theme is "Together Tulane," and events include a keynote speech on human rights, the Tulane Study Abroad Fair, a Careers Abroad Panel, and much more. Click here for a complete schedule of events, including locations and times. Sponsored by the Center for Global Education. For more info, email Emily Capdeville at osa@tulane.edu. CGE NEWS & EVENTSIEW Friday Fest!
Join us to celebrate the end of International Education Week with music, food and Brazilian lawn games! Orgsync Event and Flyer 
Pumpkin Carving Global Cafe
Boo! Join us for pumpkin carving, sweet treats, and coffee/tea for our special Pumpkin Carving Global Cafe. E Sponsored by the Office of Study Abroad, the Office of International Students and Scholars and the Lavin-Bernick Center for Student Life. *Come earlier and check out Tulane Tuesdays and get your swag on! 
English for Academic and Professional Purposes: Conversation Partner Program
This program pairs a native English-speaking student with an international student to work on their conversational English. This program will also help native English-speakers practice the native language of the international student. Through partnerships with Tulane International Society, we also hold events that allow you to meet and socialize with other participants. HAPPENINGS AT TULANEInternational Mom's Club Events (Chi Alpha Christian Fellowship) Pumpkin Farm at Liuzza Land Pumpkins and a petting zoo, pony rides, areas for the kids to play, and wagon rides through the field area!
UndocuAlly Training
Learn about U.S. immigration policy and its impact on the undocumented and DACAmented communities in the United States. This activity is part of a multi-themed city-wide Teach-In involving many different local colleges and universities. The goal of the Teach-In is to educate and learn for action on a topical and relevant issue facing our communities. 
Hurricane Irma Relief
Collection boxes are located at Weatherhead, Willow, Wall, Greenbaum, and Sharp dorms as well as outside of the LBC Barnes and Nobles, Reily Center, Center for Public Service and Newcomb College Institute (house on Freret). The Hurricane Irma Relief Supply Drive will also be tabling both on McAlister and within the LBC throughout the month of October. Public Design Thinking Workshop
As part of the Taylor Center's NewDay Speaker Series, this is a public design thinking workshop in which participants will learn hands-on tips and tricks on how to generate creative ideas and bring those ideas to life through prototyping. It is hosted by Justin Massa from Ideo. 
Refugee Speakers Series
This is the capstone event in the three-part Refugee Speakers Series featuring Dr. Pearlman. She is a Political Scientist at Northwestern University who recently published a book based on her interviews with hundreds of Syrian Refugees. Glam Jam Variety Show With Ms. Paul Tulane
EVERYONE is welcome to celebrate Pride Month with a new showcase like something you've never seen before! From dancing to drag, from vocalists to ventriloquists, anything could happen. There will be free food as well! If you are interested in more activities pertaining to Pride Month contact The 'O' for more information. 
HAPPENING IN NEW ORLEANS
St. Basil International Food Festival!
This festival will showcase the multi-ethnic parish with dishes from the Mediterranean, Russia, Serbia, Eastern Europe, Ethiopia, and Louisiana, including many vegetarian options! There will also be live Middle Eastern and south Louisiana music! For more information, click here. Ballet Hispanico
Led by Cuban-American director Eduardo Vilaro, this performance includes a tribute to Cuban dance with music by Grammy-winner Paquito D’Rivera, cinematic work of celebrated Mexican choreographer Tania Pérez Salas, and a passionate, flamenco-inspired piece by internationally acclaimed dance maker Annabelle Lopez Ochoa! For more information click here. 
Oktoberfest!
Enjoy the last weekend of German-food, music, culture and fun at this annual celebration of all things German! More information can be found here. Irish Movie Nite
Join us at the beautiful Irish Cultural Museum of New Orleans every Friday night at 6pm for our Weekend Movie Nights! Every Friday we put on a different Irish or Celtic themed film ranging from documentaries to comedies. 
Magazine St. Art Market
Come experience the best of our local painters, photographers, jewelers and craftsman who will be displaying their work. Visit New Orleans CVB for more information! Voodoo Festival!
Experience this musical gumbo of music, art, community, cuisine and all the mystery and adventure that Halloween weekend in New Orleans conjures up. Enjoy more than 65 bands over three days! More Info & Tickets: https://www.voodoofestival.com/ 
ONGOING WEEKLY EVENTSUPTOWN OFFICE HOURS
For general information, check-in, document drop off/pick up, and letter requests, come visit us. If you would like to meet with an advisor, please schedule an appointment. For students graduating in December 2017, below are the OPT Drop-off hours:
PRAYER SPACE (DOWNTOWN)
Tidewater Building, 15th Floor, Room 1506 has been dedicated as a quiet prayer space for students of all religious denominations CHECK THE DIGEST WEEKLY FOR MORE UPDATES ABOUT TIMES AND LOCATIONS. PRAYER SPACE (UPTOWN)
Global Cafe: A gathering of internationally-minded Tulanians.
Join us Tuesdays from 2:00- 4:00 PM for coffee and conversation in the Mezzanine in the Lavin-Bernick Center for University Life. Sponsored by the Office of Study Abroad, the Office of International Students and Scholars and the Lavin-Bernick Center for Student Life. DOWNTOWN OFFICE HOURS
Downtown hours are an opportunity for international students, scholars, and staff at Tulane's downtown campus to meet with an OISS advisor, ask questions, and request services. If you are a new int'l student at the downtown campus, you can also complete your required check-in process during these hours. INFORMATION SECURITY REMINDER!Protect yourself from online threats! --
Don’t fall for phishing emails! -- Before clicking on a link in a message, please forward any suspicious emails or requests to security@tulane.edu or help@tulane.edu for verification. Tulane University will never ask you for your password in an email. Allowing your password to get into the hands of a scammer results in thousands of phishing messages distributed throughout the Tulane email system. If you are ever unsure of a message contact the Technical Support and Network Operations Center at (504)988-8888 or help@tulane.edu or security@tulane.edu. Our staff are standing ready to address any questions or concerns. It is better to ask first than to click on an unsafe link. OISSMISSION STATEMENT The mission of the Office of International Students & Scholars is to provide leadership in the internalization of Tulane University by supporting the Tulane international community and facilitating cross-cultural interaction. By way of support, OISS offers quality programs and services and ensures compliance with federal immigration regulations. Our strong belief is that a vibrant international community enriches Tulane University and the New Orleans community and is an essential component to understanding our role within the global community. FOLLOW US! 
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