Social & Cultural Programs

International Living Community (ILC)

The ILC is a residential community of International and American students at MSU. The mission of the ILC is to support the internationalization of the campus by providing a living and learning community of American and international students. International Services provides an array of programs for residents of the ILC including discussion groups, excursions to cultural sites, social events and other educational and cultural activities. ILC programs promote increased global awareness and intercultural respect and understanding. Living in the ILC offers students and international scholars a unique opportunity to make friends from around the world who share an interest in broadening their cultural perspectives. Spaces in the ILC are limited and first priority is given to visiting and exchange international students and returning residents. The ILC is truly a global living and learning community. Check out our Facebook group

Cookies and Culture

Would you like to: Share your ideas on diverse topics? Eat delicious food? Meet interesting students? Broaden your knowledge of other cultures?

“Cookies and Culture” is an informal discussion/activity group for international students and friends. Programs may include ice-breaker activities, group games, cultural crafts, dance, pot-luck dinners and other activities that promote social and cultural sharing. All are welcome to attend any one or every one of the events. Dinner or refreshments are provided.

Mondays
8PM
Alice Paul Hall
The Village at Little Falls, First Floor Lounge

Connecting Across Cultures

CONNECTING ACROSS CULTURES (CAC) is an informal, supportive, “Tea-Time” discussion group for International students, students who have studied abroad, and any students who are interested in dialoguing and connecting across cultures. Come have TEA and make connections at MSU!

Time and Location: To Be Announced

Specialized Groups

International Services recognizes that different groups of student may have unique needs and/or ideas for targeted programming. We can offer special programs including support groups for students facing special challenges as well as opportunities for discussion and networking among students from the same country or in similar living circumstances. If you are seeking a group that is tailored for your needs, contact IS and let’s see if we can make it work.

Off-Campus Excursions

International Services offers a number of off-campus field trips every year for international students and friends. Excursions are intended to promote intercultural understanding and present a broader experience of American culture. Recent trips have included:

• Day Trip to Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, “The Birthplace of Our Nation”
• Great Adventure Amusement Park for Fright Fest
• Tour of “international” Brooklyn, an glimpse at the ethnic diversity of the borough
• Guided tour of the United Nations
• Knicks basketball at Madison Square Garden
• Visits to local elementary schools to make presentations to children about your country and culture

Welcome Picnic

The staff of IS wants you to feel welcome here at MSU. Join us for an authentic American Welcome Picnic during the first weekend after classes begin. Enjoy swimming, music and classic American food all served outside “picnic-style”. Mingle with other international and American students.

Saturday, September 6th
2-4PM
The Village at Little Falls
Outdoor Pool Area
(in case of rain, the event will take place in the lounge in Abbott and Costello Hall)

One To World

Although not affiliated with Montclair State University, One To World offers an array of programs for international students in the New York City metropolitan area.

One To World brings Americans and students from around the world face-to-face to share their lives and perspectives in life changing ways. Through One To World programs, Americans and international students learn from one another and together they become active citizens in a global society.

A great way to meet international students from neighboring universities. For more information, visit their website.

MSU World’s Fair

Each spring, MSU hosts a campus-wide World’s Fair – entertainment, exhibits and food from around the world! The World’s Fair is held on the quad in front of the Student Center. Experience the cultural diversity of the campus! Listen to music, watch dance performances, learn some words in a new language, taste the delicious food from around the world and watch or participate in the fashion parade! IS has an exhibit along with dozens of other student groups and university departments. See the world, right here on campus!

Thursday April 23rd, 2009
12-2
Student Center Quad