Global Engagement Month
Every November, CSU Long Beach recognizes International Education Week (IEW). This year, MD´«Ã½Èë¿Ú will expand IEW by celebrating our first Global Engagement Month (GEM), serving as a platform to emphasize the value of international education and exchange throughout November! CSU Long Beach is devoted to enriching the lives of our students and community through globally aware, impactful educational experiences.
MD´«Ã½Èë¿Ú Global Engagement Month - November 2025
Global Engagement Through Education
GEM 2025 Program Schedule - Coming Soon!
Saturday, November 1
- Global Spotify Playlist | All Month Long | Online - Spotify
- Enter Here: (must be logged into SSO to enter)
- Entry Close and Winner Announced: November 15th
- Access Spotify Playlist: Search "MD´«Ã½Èë¿Ú Global Celebration" on Spotify (must have Spotify account to access)
- Global Spotify Playlist | All Month Long | Online - Spotify
Wednesday, November 5
- For MD´«Ã½Èë¿Ú staff & faculty: ISAN Training Program | Time: 9:00 am - 11:00 am | Location: TBD | RSVP
- International Student Advocate Network (ISAN) is osted by CIE's International Students and Scholars Services
- Join the ISA Network program to learn about updates on immigration policy influencing International Students. Learn how to better support and interact with MD´«Ã½Èë¿Ú international students. Hear directly from students about their experiences! Both new and seasoned advisors and staff are highly encouraged to attend!
- Contact: Eugenia.Kim@csulb.edu
- For MD´«Ã½Èë¿Ú staff & faculty: ISAN Training Program | Time: 9:00 am - 11:00 am | Location: TBD | RSVP
Wednesday, November 12
- Global Engagement Month Program and Reception | Time: 3:00 pm - 5:00 pm | Location: TBD |
- Special panel discussion and interview with global citizens
- Reception for registered participants to follow
- Global Engagement Month Program and Reception | Time: 3:00 pm - 5:00 pm | Location: TBD |
Monday, November 17
- International Students Day | Time: TBD | Location: TBD
Tuesday, November 18
- MD´«Ã½Èë¿Ú Global Campus Fair | Time: TBD | Location: TBD
- Enjoy a variety of activities with a Global diversity focus. Learn about MD´«Ã½Èë¿Ú departments and services that support MD´«Ã½Èë¿Ú goals towards internationalization. Celebrate International Education and Exchange with the MD´«Ã½Èë¿Ú campus community.
- Interested in Study Abroad? Come visit some of the tables to speak with an advisor or faculty.
- Contact: Tammy.Guzman@csulb.edu
- MD´«Ã½Èë¿Ú Global Campus Fair | Time: TBD | Location: TBD
Friday, November 21
- Intercultural Diplomat Program Application Deadline is Today: is seeking international students who are enthusiastic and culturally aware to join the team as Intercultural Diplomats.
- Ideal candidates will have a passion for sharing their culture, possess the ability to view global events from an international perspective, and communicate effectively with youth.
- Applicants must be full-time international or exchange students at MD´«Ã½Èë¿Ú, in good academic standing, and located in the Long Beach area during Spring 2026.
- If you have experience with intercultural programs and are excited to make a positive impact on local youth, we encourage you to apply []
- Applications are due at 5:00 p.m.
- Intercultural Diplomat Program Application Deadline is Today: is seeking international students who are enthusiastic and culturally aware to join the team as Intercultural Diplomats.
MD´«Ã½Èë¿Ú will designate the entire month of November as "Global Engagement Month" (GEM) to further promote the significance of the traditional International Education Week (IEW). Since many other programs get a whole month, why not international education? Our aim is to increase awareness, visibility, and impact, particularly as we navigate through volatility in immigration policy and various global challenges that affect our campuses.
Hear Former Secretary of State Antony Blinken's words in 2024, on the impact of international education and its importance in today's diverse, global society.
Global Engagement Month is a campuswide collaborative effort. Thank you to the following offices and departments for featuring activities during GEM:
- American Language Institute
- Associated Students Inc.
- CalFresh Healthy Living
- Career Development Center
- Center for International Education
- College of the Arts
- College of Education
- Department of Africana Studies
- Department of Geography
- Department of Health and Human Services
- Department of Linguistics
- Department of Romance, German, Russian Languages and Literatures
- Department of Theater
- East Asia Subcommittee
- International Education Committee
- International Student Association
- International Training Programs
- Japanese Garden
- Multicultural Center
- Phi Beta Delta
- South Asia Subcommittee
- United States Agency for International Development (USAID)
- University Art Museum
- University Library
Questions, or interested in collaborating for GEM? Email us at cie-student@csulb.edu.
