Global Engagement Month

Every November, CSU Long Beach recognizes International Education Week (IEW). This year, ºÚÁÏÍø 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.

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ºÚÁÏÍø Global Engagement Month - November 2025
Global Engagement Through Education

GEM 2025 Program Full Schedule - Coming Soon!

Showcase your program by submitting your GEM 2025 Event by October 15, 2025!

🔹 Host a Program:

🔹 Host a Table at the . Up to $30 reimbursement available with receipts for table materials.

Need inspiration? Visit the International Student Programs page IEW Section to explore examples from past years. Your participation in GEM 2025 helps shape a more globally connected and culturally rich ºÚÁÏÍø. Thank you for making a difference!

 

  • 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 "ºÚÁÏÍø Global Celebration" on Spotify (must have Spotify account to access)
  • Thursday, November 6
    • For ºÚÁÏÍø staff & faculty: ISAN Training Program | Time: 10:00 am - 1:00 pm | Location: TBD | RSVP
      • International Student Advocate Network (ISAN) is hosted by CIE's International Students and Scholars Services
      • This 2025 year has been a challenge for international students in various. Come and join the ISA Network to learn about updates on immigration policy influencing ºÚÁÏÍø 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
  • Monday, November 17
    • International Students Day | Time: TBD | Location: TBD
 
  • Tuesday, November 18
    • ºÚÁÏÍø Fall Global Fair  | Time: TBD | Location: TBD
      • Enjoy a variety of activities with a Global diversity focus. Learn about ºÚÁÏÍø departments and services that support ºÚÁÏÍø goals towards internationalization. Celebrate International Education and Exchange with the ºÚÁÏÍø campus community. 
      • Interested in Study Abroad? Come visit some of the tables to speak with an advisor or faculty.
      • Contact: Tammy.Guzman@csulb.edu 

ºÚÁÏÍø 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.