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Programs and Events
Fall and Spring 2010-2011
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Schedule of Programs and Events for
Fall 2010
The International
Center and the University of Hartford offer its international students a variety
of opportunities to immerse themselves in American culture, to explore their
environment, learn something new, make new friends or just have fun.
August
28, 2010
The International Student Orientation Program for
newly arrived International Students will be held in the Gray Conference Center
/ Wilde Auditorium, from 9:00a.m. to 3:00 p.m. All new students are required to attend.
The orientation program will also include an afternoon guided bus tour of the
greater Hartford area with President Walter Harrison.
September
11, 2010
The International Center will sponsor the "Dragons"
Intramural Outdoor Soccer Team. There
are several positions open for the Fall team and anyone interested in trying out
is welcome to participate. Please contact Richard Lazzerini or Hikmet Aslan at
the Center. Even if you don't make the "Dragons" squad, you are welcome to
practice with us and have some fun or try out for other intramural teams.
September
25, 2010 MARK YOUR
CALENDAR!!! The Center will host an International Barbeque from
12-3pm at the patio of the Gengras Student Union. Come over for a visit! Grab
a hamburger, hotdog, soda and chips, play some games, listen to some music and
have a fun afternoon with your friends. Don’t miss this free event!! RSVP
appreciated to the International Center GSU 327. 860-768-4870. Weather
permitting…let’s hope for a warm sunshiny day!!!
October 2, 2010
Spend the day at the largest amusement park in New
England. Enjoy the rides and fun at Six Flags Amusement Park in
Springfield, Mass. (just $20 covers the cost of entry and transportation)
October 16, 2010 The International Center will sponsor a day trip to
Lyman Orchard - "The Maze." This will be a fun and free event, and
something just a little bit different! Have you ever been lost in a maze? Now
is your chance to find your way out! Take a walk through the corn stalk maze at
the orchard. Bring your friends and see if you can get through the maze before
them!! Enjoy some great New England apple cider, take a hay-ride on a
horse drawn wagon, pick apples or play Frisbee golf while you are there. It’s a
fun way to spend a Fall afternoon outdoors! The center will provide free
transportation, free entry and a free hay-ride. Food is available on
site. Please sign up at the International Center no later than October 15th.
Limited to 30 students.
The bus will depart from Lincoln Theater at 11:00 am
November 11, 2010
Everyone is invited to celebrate "Asian Night" at the University of Hartford.
Enjoy fine Asian food, culture and performances at this FREE event (
7:00-10:00pm) . Bring a friend and stop the Gengras Student Union
cafeteria and have some fun! Sponsored by the Asian Student Association of
the University of Hartford
November 12, 2010 Join with Center
staff for a night of International TEAM TRIVIA. Compete for
Prizes! Free popcorn! Gather your friends and get your team together for a
fun evening. Lets see who's the smartest team around!! Please sign-up your
team at the International Center by November 5th . 7:00 to 9:00pm
November
16, 2010
Celebrate
the American tradition of Thanksgiving.
Join University faculty and staff at our annual International Thanksgiving
Luncheon. Enjoy a traditional Thanksgiving dinner at the 1877 Club.
You must reserve your seat. Free!!
Schedule of Programs and Events for
Spring 2011 - programs listed are Subject to Change
January 17, 2011
The
International
Student Orientation Program for newly arrived International
Students will be held in the Gengras Student Union, 3rd floor, room 331-333 from
10:00a.m. to 12:00 p.m. Orientation is mandatory for all new incoming students
for the spring semester.
February 1, 2011
It's
Income Tax Season Again! All international students are required to file
U.S. income tax returns with the Federal government by April 18th, 2011. The
International Center has purchased a software program called CINTAX which will
help you process your return in a easy, timely and accurate manner. The
software will be available at the Center on February 2nd. The Center
does charge a minimal fee of $5 to use this software. Please remember, other
income tax software products such a Turbo Tax or TaxAct do not calculate income
tax returns for students on F and J visas.
February 26, 2011
Come and
spend the day in the sun and snow at
Ski Sundown.
Join with International
Center staff and your
friends for a fun day of skiing and snowboarding. You don't have to be an expert
to have some fun!! First timers can have a ball. Sign-up in advance for this
fun-time!!
March 21 - March 26, 2011
Join
us for the many events of "International Week at the University of Hartford:
International Photo Competition, Study Abroad Fair, Language Learn
Program, Salsa lessons, and the Global Village are
just a few of the many events scheduled for the week. Check out our
website or stop by the International Center to see what and when events will be
held.
March 23 -
International Team Trivia Competition - (an International Week Event)
Put your team together and compete against other student groups in our
International Trivia Competition. Organize your teams by country or
students groups! All students are welcome to participate. GSU 331. 7:30 -
9:30 pm. Please sign up your team by March 15 at the International Center.
March 25 -
Salsa Lessons - (an International Week Event) Find your partner
and stop by to learn how to Salsa. The 1 1/2 hour is being given by
professional dancers. Cost $5. Please sign up at the International Center
as space is limited.
March 26, 2011
It's party
time at the Center's biggest event of the year, our International Festival
2011. Come celebrate an evening of international cultural diversity. If you
like to taste food from around the world, then this is the place to be,
featuring ethnic cuisines from over 10 countries. Bring your friends, bring your
favorite faculty member and dress up in the traditional clothes of your home
country! The price is right for this fun night at $5.00 for students and $12 for
non-students. GSU - north/south cafeteria - Doors open at 5:00 p.m. with food
and the show begins at 6:00 p.m. Tickets available at the
International
Center or at the door.
Seating is limited so get your tickets early!
April 16, 2011
Lets Play
Ball!! Join Center staff for an afternoon Baseball Game. Spend a fun
afternoon with friends and watch America's most popular sport. Transportation
and entrance fee FREE!!
April 30, 2011
Join us for the our end of the year Barbeque. As the semester is about
to finish and final exams are on the doorstep, nothing is more needed than just
a few hours of relaxation and chilling with friends at our International
Barbeque. Enjoy the food, drinks and games! 12:00 to 3:00 p.m.
(weather permitting). Gengras Student Union. FREE
All
events are subject to change so please check here again or at the Center for any
updates
You may sign-up for any events at the International Center
The
International Center
Gengras Student Union, room 327
768-4870
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