International Education Week
November 18- 22, 2024 is International Education Week at Algonquin College.
Every year, in the third week of November, educational institutions and governments all around the world celebrate International Education Week to recognize, celebrate and promote international education worldwide. This year, Algonquin College is thrilled to be taking part in celebrating the diversity in the student, staff and faculty population here at the College.
Join us in celebrating diversity and exchange in education through our various events!
Culture Fair
After a successful launch, earlier this year, the International Education Centre is bringing back the Culture Fair on Thursday, November 21, 2024! Come and learn about some of the many cultures that are present in Algonquin College’s international community. There will be booths dedicated to different countries and cultures represented at the College, complete with games, international snacks and few other surprises.
Date: Thursday, November 21, 2024 (11:00am – 1:00pm)
Location: Student Commons Lobby (E Building)
Photography Contest
In celebration of International Education Week, the Go Global With AC & the International Education Centre is hosting a photography contest titled “Travel Adventures”. Our hope is to have a collection of photos that showcases some of the amazing destinations and experiences our students have had when they travelled abroad as part of their college experience.
Deadline is Monday, November 25, 2024 at 11:59pm.
Prizes
- First Place – $150 Gift Card for Air Travel, redeemable with over 400 airlines
- Second Place – Brand-new carry-on luggage for your next travel adventure
- Third Place – Brand-new weekender travel bag for the frequent traveller