International Education Week

November 18 – 22, 2024

International Education Week logo

International Education Week is a joint initiative of the U.S. Department of State and the U.S. Department of Education as part of the effort to promote programs that prepare Americans for a global environment and attract future leaders from abroad to study, learn, and exchange experiences. McCoy College is hosting several events to celebrate International Education Week. We also encourage you to check out the full calendar of events at Texas State University for the week.

Monday, Nov. 18

McCoy College Education Abroad Fair

10:45 a.m. - 2 p.m. | McCoy Hall (1st Floor) 
20 points on Suitable 
Students will have the opportunity to explore Summer 2025 education abroad and international internship opportunities and meet with program faculty. Food and door prizes will be provided, and all are welcome. 

Tuesday, Nov. 19

Virtual company visit to IWC Schaffhausen in Schaffhausen, Switzerland

9:45 a.m. - 10:30 a.m. | Zoom Session         
40 points on Suitable    
IWC Schaffhausen is a leading Swiss luxury watch manufacturer based in Schaffhausen in the north-eastern part of Switzerland. Over its more than 150-year history, IWC has earned a reputation for creating professional instrument watches and functional complications, especially chronographs and calendars, which are ingenious, robust, and easy for customers to use. In this virtual visit, you will get an inside look at the manufacturing process of this iconic Swiss company

Lunch and Learn for McCoy Faculty

12 p.m. - 1 p.m.  
For current McCoy faculty, come learn about opportunities to teach at international universities. Lunch provided.

Wednesday, Nov. 20

Study Abroad Information Session for Parents/Guardians  

6 p.m. - 7 p.m. | Zoom     
This meetup is for all students who have been accepted into Summer 2025 programs through the McCoy College of Business. Come to this session to pick up your gift from the McCoy College of Business, learn about the passport renewal/application process, and get inside tips to begin applying for several relevant scholarships.

Thursday, Nov. 21

Accepted Student Meetup (Passport process & how to apply for scholarships!)

10:30 a.m. - 12 p.m. | Student Success Center        
40 points on Suitable        
This meetup is for all students who have been accepted into Summer 2025 programs through the McCoy College of Business. Come to this session to pick up your gift from the McCoy College of Business, learn about the passport renewal/application process, and get inside tips to begin applying for several relevant scholarships.

Guest Speaker: Rob Mason, SVP – IT, Global Supply Chain and Services

3:30 p.m - 5 p.m. | McCoy 127
40 points on Suitable  
Rob Mason, SVP – IT, Global Supply Chain and Services

Friday, Nov. 22

Texas State International Student Potluck

12 p.m. - 1:30 p.m. | Minifie Atrium (McCoy 434)
20 points on Suitable  
International students, join us for the third annual International Potluck. This will be a celebration of our heritage and cultures! Please bring your favorite dish that represents your cultural identity or interest, and enjoy a casual lunch with your colleagues. We look forward to having you join us.

McCoy College 2024 Global Summit

2 p.m. - 3:30 p.m. | McCoy 124
40 points on Suitable  
Join us for a showcase of global engagement across the McCoy College of Business. This event will feature students, faculty researchers, education abroad program faculty, and the opportunity for your voice to be heard. We look forward to an afternoon of conversations highlighting the efforts of many individuals across the college