International Education Week

International Education Week celebrates the broad impact of global education, cultural exchange, and scholarship uniquely experienced at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign and within our local community.

The University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign joins institutions across the country in celebrating International Education Week, annually in November. A joint initiative of the U.S. Department of Education and the U.S. Department of State, the week highlights the enduring power of global experiences and intercultural engagement.

International Education Week 2026

Celebrate International Education Week at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign from November 14-20, 2026.

Illinois International hosts several large events that encourage students, faculty, staff, and the community to showcase global diversity, foster discussion on important topics, and learn about world. 

Upcoming Events

Submit an Event to the Calendar

All units across campus are invited to submit internationally-focused events to the International Education Week calendar.

Questions

Questions may be directed to Global Communications in Illinois International.