International Women’s Day 2025
2025-03-10 11:00 - 12:30 (America/Los_Angeles) | UU Plaza
Celebrating International Women’s Day 2025
March 10, 2025 (Observed), 11:00 am – 12:30 pm, UU (65) Plaza.
Join the Cal Poly International Center in celebrating International Women’s Day on Monday, March 10 from 11:00 a.m. – 12:30 in the UU (65) Plaza. There will be trivia, prizes, and more!
Visit our International Women’s Day Linktree for a compiled list of women-run podcasts, local businesses, authors, a special Spotify playlist and more! – https://linktr.ee/calpoly_intlwd.
To participate, tag us on Instagram and TikTok (@calpolyslointl and @calpolyabroad) and tell us how you will help accelerate action.
International Women’s Day isn’t just a day—it’s a movement. Since its first gathering in 1911, this global celebration has championed women’s rights, achievements, and the ongoing fight for equity. Cal Poly honors this tradition by joining organizations around the world in celebrating the historic contributions and innovations of women across all disciplines. Today, International Women’s Day leads several missions to help forge a gender equitable world, recognize the impact of women’s achievements, and uplift women’s voices, while calling attention to inequality and inequity.

Centering Global Voices: International Student Panel
2025-04-15 12:30 - 14:00 | Bldg 14, Room 251
Faculty and staff are encouraged to attend the International Center’s annual international student inclusivity panel, happening April 15. Hear perspectives from current international students at Cal Poly and discover how to enhance the international experience on campus.
Hear from four international student panelists as they share their unique experiences at Cal Poly San Luis Obispo.
Register now!

International Engagement Symposium
2025-05-07 16:00 - 18:00 | 1901 Marketplace Pavilion
The International Center is pleased to announce the 2025 International Engagement Symposium, which will take place May 7, 2025 from 4-6 p.m. in the 1901 Marketplace Pavilion. This event is open to all Cal Poly faculty and staff.
Each year, the International Engagement Symposium brings together experts, thought leaders, and visionaries to spark global connections and explore opportunities for impactful cultural and academic exchange.
Faculty and staff are invited to join us as we welcome three dynamic voices from across campus, each bringing a unique global perspective and spirit of innovation to their work:
Dr. Ahmed Deif (OCOB): Delve into the world of development studies as Dr. Deif shares his collaborative research on shea butter supply chain management in Ghana.
Dr. Nick Babin (CAFES): Discover the intersections of service-learning and sustainability as Dr. Babin highlights his hands-on research with students on Fair Trade coffee cultivation on an eco-friendly farm in Costa Rica.
Dr. Silvia Marijuan (CLA): Explore powerful intersections of language, culture, and global learning as Dr. Marijuan shares her research in Spain on how immersive, international experiences shape language acquisition and identity.
Plus, be inspired by poster sessions presented by colleagues from across campus as they share their innovative approaches to international research, teaching and engagement. Come mingle with fellow internationally-minded colleagues and join us for an inspiring afternoon of cross-cultural dialogue, insights from the field, and be part of the conversation that’s shaping how we bring Cal Poly to the world and the world to Cal Poly.
Refreshments will be served.
Submit Abstracts for the Poster Session
Deadline: Friday, April 25
Faculty and staff are invited to submit poster abstracts for the poster session at this year’s event.
Consider submitting if you:

Conduct international research
Lead a Cal Poly Global Program or engaged in service-learning abroad
Participate in faculty exchanges
Are a Fulbright or Global Teacher-Scholar Grant recipient
Are an international scholar at Cal Poly

Join us for networking, discussions, and refreshments. Contact international@calpoly.edu for details.
Submit abstracts here.

International Education Week
2025-11-17 - 2025-11-21
Get ready to embark on a global journey right here at Cal Poly! Join us for International Education Week, hosted by the Cal Poly International Center, from Nov. 17-21! An initiative of the U.S. Departments of State and Education, International Education Week celebrates the benefits of international education and cultural exchange.
This year’s events will provide exciting opportunities for the campus community to come together to learn, share, and experience global cultures and perspectives.

Monday, Nov. 17

Study Abroad 101 Workshop (Virtual)
4:10 p.m. – 5 p.m., Virtual
Register for Study Abroad 101 Workshop (Virtual)
Begin planning your next adventure! Get guidance on financial and academic planning, explore program options and get answers to all your study abroad questions in this interactive, peer-led workshop!

Tuesday, Nov. 18

US-UK Summer Fulbright Info Session (Virtual)
9 a.m. – 10 a.m., Virtual
Register for US UK Fulbright Info Session
The Fulbright UK Summer Institutes are 3-4 week programs for US undergraduate students who have no or very little travel experience outside of North America. Participants can explore the culture, heritage and history of the UK while experiencing higher education at a UK university. Open to first- and second-year students only.

CEA CAPA Pop-up
10 a.m. – 2 p.m.
UU Plaza
CEA CAPA staff and alumni ambassadors will be tabling in the UU plaza. Students who sign in at the Pop-up Event will be eligible for a $1,500 flight credit towards a Fall 2026 CEA CAPA program.

Cal Poly in Alicante: Artificial Intelligence and Language Info Session
11:10 a.m. – 12 p.m., Bldg. 35, Room 103
Discover the Cal Poly in Alicante: Artificial Intelligence and Language program in this exciting info session! Students will complete two courses on campus during spring 2026, followed by a two-week, faculty-led immersive learning experience on the Mediterranean coast of Spain.
Open to students in all majors. Courses taught in English. Come explore this exciting global opportunity!

A Slice of Life Abroad
11:10 a.m. – 12 p.m., Bldg.35, Room 104
Enjoy free pizza and get inspired as you hear firsthand stories from our Study Abroad Peer Advisors! They’ll share their unique experiences from study abroad programs around the world and offer insights into how you can expand your horizons through Cal Poly study abroad!

ThankFul with Campus Dining
11:10 a.m. – 1 p.m., Campus Market
Join Campus Dining for their annual Thankful event celebrating the season by bringing students together for an afternoon full of festive activities, delicious food samples, and opportunities to give back. Please stop by the International Center resource table to learn about study abroad, Coffee Hour with International Students and more!
Learn More Here

International Opportunities for Cal Poly Faculty & Staff
12:10 p.m. – 1:30 p.m., Bldg. 35, Room 319B
Cal Poly faculty and staff are invited to join us to learn about international opportunities, including: teaching abroad, developing a new study abroad program, applying for a fellowship or professional development seminar, group trips abroad and more. Refreshments will be provided.

Transfer Students Can Study Abroad!
2:10 p.m. – 3 p.m., Bldg. 35, Room 104
Register for Transfer Students Can Study Abroad!
Transfer students are invited to attend this info session where we’ll debunk the myths around transfers studying abroad!

Wednesday, Nov. 19

CEA CAPA Info Session
10:10 a.m. – 11 a.m., Bldg. 35, Room 104
Register for CEA CAPA Info Session
Come learn about CEA CAPA Education Abroad study and internship programs offered in 20+ destinations around the world and hear from Cal Poly returnees!

Sipping Coffee & Spilling Tea
11:10 a.m. – 12 p.m., Bldg. 35, Room 104
Join us as our panel of international students shares their experiences at Cal Poly and in the San Luis Obispo community! Free coffee, tea and snacks will be provided. Boba tea provided for the first 25 attendees.

Study Abroad info session: Latin America
12:10 p.m. – 1 p.m., Bldg. 35, Room 319B
Calling all students who want a truly unforgettable study abroad experience! Come learn about our amazing programs across Latin America! You could be studying conservation in Costa Rica, exploring marine life in Panama or connecting with Indigenous communities in Peru. Discover why this unique — and often more affordable than you might think — suite of programs is not to be missed!

Cal Poly Scholars International Tea Party
3:10 p.m. – 4:30 p.m., Bldg. 35, Room 511
Register for Cal Poly Scholars International Tea Party
Sip, learn and explore! Join Cal Poly Scholars and the International Center for a global tea party. Enjoy teas from around the world while discovering study abroad opportunities in the countries your tea comes from. Relax, connect with fellow Scholars and explore how you can make the world your classroom.*CP Scholars event. By invitation only.

Thursday, Nov. 20

UK Birmingham Info Session
10 a.m. – 11 a.m., Virtual
Register for UK Birmingham Info Session
Discover study abroad opportunities at the University of Birmingham! Join representatives from the University of Birmingham (UK) for an exclusive information session designed for Cal Poly students! Learn about academic programs, campus life, research opportunities and how you can make the most of studying abroad at one of the UK’s leading universities.

Boren Awards: Scholarships and Fellowships for Study Abroad
10 a.m. – 11 a.m., Virtual
Zoom Link
Meeting ID: 812 8604 0379
Interested in international study, language learning, and public service? The Boren Awards provide funding for students to study abroad in regions critical to U.S. interests, with a strong focus on language acquisition. Join us for an info session to learn how Boren can help fund your language studies abroad and enhance your career opportunities.

Semester at Sea Tabling
10 a.m. – 12 p.m., UU Plaza
Discover Semester at Sea—an academic journey unlike any other. Travel the globe aboard a world-class ship as your floating campus, where each port becomes your classroom. Explore new cultures, connect with diverse communities and apply what you learn in real time around the world. Set sail for adventure and gain not only knowledge but global perspective on this truly unique program!

Cal Poly in Panama: Sustainability Info Session
11:10 a.m. – 12 p.m., Bldg. 35, Room 103
Students in all majors are invited to attend this session to learn about this hands-on, sustainability-focused spring break program. For this program, students take an online course during the winter quarter at Cal Poly, then travel together to Panama during spring break.

Semester at Sea Info Session
2:10 p.m. – 3 p.m., Bldg. 35, Room 104
Register for Semester at Sea Info Session
Discover Semester at Sea—an academic journey unlike any other. Travel the globe aboard a world-class ship as your floating campus, where each port becomes your classroom. Explore new cultures, connect with diverse communities and apply what you learn in real time around the world. Set sail for adventure and gain not only knowledge but global perspective on this truly unique program!

Study Abroad in Africa info session
3:10 p.m. – 4 p.m., Bldg. 35, Room 319B
Discover the diverse cultures, vibrant landscapes and unique academic opportunities that Africa has to offer! Join us to learn about to 30+ study abroad programs that Cal Poly offers in Africa — from public health in Botswana to wildlife conservation in South Africa or taking courses at the prestigious University of Ghana. Get the details on program options, scholarships and how to make your global experience a reality.

Friday, Nov. 21

Study Abroad 101 Workshop (Virtual)
10:10 a.m. – 11 a.m., Virtual
Register for Study Abroad 101 Workshop (Virtual)
Begin planning your next adventure! Get guidance on financial and academic planning, explore program options and get answers to all your study abroad questions in this interactive, peer-led workshop!

National Student Exchange (NSE) Info Session
11:10 a.m. – 12 p.m., Virtual
Register for NSE Info Session
Come learn about National Student Exchange (NSE), which lets you study away for a semester or year at one of nearly 200 colleges and universities across the U.S., Canada, Guam, Puerto Rico and the U.S. Virgin Islands.
Experience new cultures, expand your network and make your college experience truly your own—all while staying on track toward your degree.

A Taste of the World
2026-02-25 10:00 - 12:00 | Baker Science (180) Lawn
Sample International Cuisines at A Taste of the World – February 25, 10 a.m. – 12 p.m., Baker Science (180) Lawn
The International Center will be serving up food and fun at A Taste of the World on Wednesday, February 25 on Baker (180) Lawn from 10 a.m. – noon! A collaboration with the Food Science and Nutrition and the Experience Industry Management departments, A Taste of the World invites the campus community to enjoy free tastings of delicious bites and beverages from this year’s featured countries — Portugal, India, Morocco, Brazil, Mexico and Indonesia — while celebrating Learn by Doing in a global context. Take your taste buds on a tour of the world while experiencing live performances and exploring study abroad opportunities at Cal Poly!

Take the world to-go!
We understand that some may be observing Ramadan. If you’d still like to experience our featured dishes, we’re pleased to offer a convenient takeout option. Simplycomplete our takeout order form no later than Monday, Feb. 23 to pick up a to-go box.

Sponsored by Semester at Sea, Cal Poly Student Affairs and Cal Poly Latin American Studies.

Brazil

View the Brazil eBrochure

India

View the India eBrochure

Indonesia

View the Indonesia eBrochure

Mexico

View the Mexico eBrochure

Morocco

View the Morocco eBrochure

Portugal

View the Portugal eBrochure

Latin American Studies

View the Latin American Studies eBrochure

Celebrating International Women’s Day 2026
2026-03-09 11:00 - 13:00 | Kennedy Library (Bldg 35)
Join the Cal Poly International Center in celebrating International Women’s Day on Monday, March 9 from 11:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. on the first floor of Kennedy Library. There will be trivia, prizes, and more!
Visit our International Women’s Day Linktree for a compiled list of women-run podcasts, local businesses, authors, a special Spotify playlist and more! – https://linktr.ee/calpoly_intlwd.
The IWD 2026 Give To Gain Campaign encourages a mindset of generosity and collaboration.
Give To Gain emphasizes the power of reciprocity and support. When people, organizations, and communities give generously, opportunities and support for women increase. Giving is not a subtraction, it’s intentional multiplication. When women thrive, we all rise.
Whether through donations, knowledge, resources, infrastructure, visibility, advocacy, education, training, mentoring, or time, contributing to women’s advancement helps create a more supportive and interconnected world.
To participate, tag us on Instagram (@calpolyglobal) and tell us how you will #GivetoGain gender equality.
International Women’s Day isn’t just a day—it’s a movement. Since its first gathering in 1911, this global celebration has championed women’s rights, achievements, and the ongoing fight for equity. Cal Poly honors this tradition by joining organizations around the world in celebrating the historic contributions and innovations of women across all disciplines. Today, International Women’s Day leads several missions to help forge a gender equitable world, recognize the impact of women’s achievements, and uplift women’s voices, while calling attention to inequality and inequity.

2026 Passport Event
2026-04-08 10:00 - 14:00 | ATL Keck Lab
The Cal Poly International Center is partnering with CEA CAPA and all Cal Poly colleges for the fifth annual Passport Event, happening April 8, 2026!
Cal Poly students and staff who have never had a passport will have the opportunity to apply for their U.S. passport book and, thanks to the generosity of CEA CAPA and Cal Poly’s six colleges, application fees of $165 will be covered for up to 100 Cal Poly students!
Applicants must meet the following criteria:

18 years or older
U.S. citizen
First-time passport holder (as an adult, 18 years or older)
Full-time undergraduate student with at least one year of study left at Cal Poly (through Spring Quarter 2027 or later)
Financial need

Passport applications can only be processed during an in-person appointment with an official passport agent on April 8, 2026, in the ATL Keck Lab.
The deadline to apply is March 1.
Students must have their application documents in hand no later than April 3.
Faculty and Staff Passport Services
Cal Poly faculty and staff are eligible to apply for a first-time passport through the Passport Event. Interested faculty and staff should complete the Passport Interest Form. Applicants will be contacted by the International Center to register for an appointment with a USPS passport representative.
Learn more about the 2026 Passport Event.
