Global Connections, November 2022

GLOBAL News, November 2022

Iranian Protests Watched Closely by Rutgers Community Wondering What Comes Next: Rutgers scholars are planning a panel discussion about the protests and the implications for the future of Iran.

Meeting of Botswana and Rutgers Presidents Revitalizes Partnership: President Mokgweetsi Eric Keabetswe Masisi of the southern African nation of Botswana and Rutgers University President Jonathan Holloway met in New York to discuss the partnership between Botswana and Rutgers.

Rutgers Statement Regarding Ebola Virus in Uganda: Rutgers University is in close contact with the New Jersey Department of Health (NJ DOH) and is monitoring and assessing up-to-date information and recommendations from the NJ DOH and the federal Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) regarding the current Ebola Virus Disease outbreak in Uganda.

Visit the Rutgers Global Alerts page for more information

Sawyer Seminar Series Begins With Event Exploring Anti-Asian Hate: The Sawyer Seminar at Rutgers–Newark kicked off the first of five events scheduled for the 2022-2023 academic year with "Responding to Anti-Asian Hate: Politics, Organizing and Education."

Study Abroad Fall Fair and Access the World: Rutgers Global is hosting the Fall Study Abroad Fair on November 15, 2022, from 3:00-6:00 p.m. at the College Avenue Student Center on the New Brunswick campus. This fair offers all Rutgers students the opportunity to talk with advisors, faculty, and partners and learn about the many education abroad programs taking place all over the world.

Psychologist’s Research Explores How Underrepresented Students Find Community and Purpose: At the close of Hispanic Heritage Month, see how Rutgers–Camden Assistant Professor Andrew Abeyta is helping minority and first-generation students derive meaning and social belonging from the university experience.

Meet the Rutgers Peace Corps Recruiter, Pablo Arenas Gallo: Arenas Gallo is a first-year Clinical Psychology doctoral student in the Graduate School of Applied and Professional Psychology at Rutgers and served as a Peace Corps Volunteer in Eswatini working on HIV/AIDS prevention and mitigation projects.

Law School Establishes Endowed Student Fellowship for Palestinian Research and Advocacy: The Bassem and Muna Hishmeh Endowed Student Fellowship was awarded to the Newark-based Rutgers Center for Security, Race and Rights (CSSR).

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Celebrate International Education Week, November 14-18, at

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A delegation from Nelson Mandela University in South Africa visited both Rutgers-Newark and Rutgers-New Brunswick this week. Prabhas Moghe, Executive Vice President for Academic Affairs at Rutgers welcomed Sibongile Muthwa, Vice-Chancellor and Principal with a gift.

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Facebook: On October 19, Rutgers Global hosted a Pre-Departure Orientation for our study abroad students.

We were grateful to Keywuan Caulk, director for the Center for Social Justice Education and LGBT Communities, for his presentation on “Being You and Abroad”.

Check out the pictures from the event and watch his presentation: https://loom.ly/4_tPR8I

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More Global Events

Friendship Fridays: Game Night with the GSA and Unplugged Friday, 11/4/22, 4:00-6:00 p.m., College Ave. Student Center

Rutgers Global has teamed up with the Graduate Student Association and Unplugged, the student board game club at Rutgers, for a board game night. Stop by to play some classic games along with some modern favorites. All students welcome – you don’t need to be a graduate student to attend.

More info

Check out the Fall Friendship Fridays schedule

A Panel Discussion on Iran, 11/10/22, 5:00-6:30 p.m., via Zoom

Dr. Neda Bolourchi, Associate Director and Post Doctoral Associate in Middle Eastern Studies at Rutgers University will moderate a panel discussion about the protests sparked by the death of Mahsa Amini and the implications for the future of Iran.

More info and to register

Mental Health Workshop Series: Homesickness, 11/14/22, 5:00 - 6:30 p.m., ISSS, 180 College Ave.

Join us for a free interactive workshop series with a CAPS counselor and Rutgers Global Staff to learn about ways to support yourself and your loved ones.

In collaboration of Counseling, Alcohol and Other Drug Assistance Program & Psychiatric Services (CAPS) and Rutgers Global- ISSS, we hope to raise awareness of mental health issues among international students.

More info and registration

Join us for the Fall 2022 Study Abroad Fair on Tuesday, November 15 at the College Avenue Student Center in New Brunswick! Don't miss this key study abroad event.

Find out more about our program offerings and how international exposure can give you a competitive edge in your job hunt.

We’ll have food, music, and giveaways—including swag and scholarships!

Check out the details.

Working with International Students Workshop, 11/16/22, 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m., Hybrid

Rutgers Global – International Student & Scholar Services (ISSS) is offering an in-person and live stream/virtual workshop for faculty and staff on working with international students. This two-part workshop will provide an opportunity for the ISSS team to connect with our campus partners, share updates on new initiatives and regulatory matters, and learn what schools and departments are doing in support of international students.

More info and registration

World Cup Viewing Party, 11/29/22, 2:00- 5:00 p.m., Livingston Student Center

Live from Qatar. Come watch the U.S.A. take on Iran in the first round/group stage match of the World Cup. Join other students and Rutgers Global staff watch the final Group B match for Team U.S.A. Snacks will be provided.

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Other Global Events:

Be sure to visit the main Rutgers University Events Calendar here.

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Visit the Bildner Center events calendar.

Study Abroad Advising:

If you aren’t sure which program you would like to apply to, or if you would like to get a head start on planning for your abroad experience, the first thing you should do is speak with one of our Rutgers Global-Study Abroad advisors!

Check out our online and in-person advising and info sessions here.

We are always looking for globally-oriented stories and events to share in Global Connections. If you have suggestions for submissions, please email them to krosko@global.rutgers.edu.

Rutgers Global is the university-wide office for international affairs at Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey. The office provides extensive study and service-learning abroad opportunities, academic support for international students, visa and immigration processing for international students and scholars, international partnership facilitation, and on-campus global programming that helps to educate students and professionals alike. Rutgers Global is committed to comprehensive internationalization for both students and faculty, creating resources and opportunities to enhance our global engagement at home and abroad.