Events and programs
Cultural events and programs
Get involved in intercultural events at University of Idaho to expand your global perspective and connect with students from around the world. From cultural celebrations to international festivals, these events are a fun and engaging way to be part of our diverse campus community.
Upcoming events
Cruise the World
Experience global cultures at Cruise the World — enjoy food, music and traditions from around the globe right here!
International Education Week
International Education Week (IEW) is an opportunity to celebrate the benefits of international education and exchange worldwide. This joint initiative of the U.S. Department of State and the U.S. Department of Education is part of nationwide efforts to promote programs that prepare Americans for a global environment and attract future leaders from abroad to study, learn and exchange experiences.
University of Idaho celebrates and honors our international students, scholars, and professors from other nations and international experiences that our students and employees engage in each year.
Please stay tuned for more information on International Education Week 2026, scheduled from Monday, October 26, 2026, to Friday, October 30, 2026.
Below are the programs for International Education Week 2026:
Sunday, Oct. 18, to Tuesday, Nov. 3
Monday, Oct. 19, to Friday, Nov. 6
- Library Cultural Displays
University of Idaho Library — 1st Floor Display Section
Tuesday, Oct. 20, to Wednesday, Nov. 4
Monday, Oct. 26, to Friday, Oct. 30
- Chalkboard: “Where Have Our Vandals Travelled?”
TLC Free Speech Wall
Monday, Oct. 26, 2026
- Madrid: Where Empires Meet Tapas (Summer Study Abroad in Spain) Q&A Session & Application Workshop
- Vandal Hip Hop Club: K-Pop Dance Workshop
Tuesday, Oct. 27, 2026
- Renfrew Colloquium: Rethinking Peacebuilding: Why Peace is More Than Ending Wars
- Education Abroad First-Time Info Session
- Kakera: Fragments of Tokyo Artists' Reception
- International Alumni Council
- Palouse French Film Festival: La Venue de l'avenir/Colours of Time
Wednesday, Oct. 28, 2026
- National Student Exchange Info Session
- RISE Germany (Research Internships in Science & Engineering) Info Session
- Comparative Criminal Justice Systems in Chile (Summer Study Abroad) Info Session
- Global Scavenger Hunt
- International Trivia at the Climbing Center
- Podcast: From Everywhere to Idaho Season 2 Launch
Thursday, Oct. 29, 2026
- Culture & Environment in France (Spring Break Study Abroad) Q&A Session & Application Workshop
- Global Music Open Mic Night
Friday, Oct. 30, 2026
Other events and programs supported by IPO
Africa Night
Africa Night is an event hosted by the African Student Association to showcase vibrant African music, dance and other wonderful performances, along with delicious African delicacies.
To learn more, please visit Africa Night on Facebook.
Bangladesh Night
English Conversation Hour
English Conversation Hour is a weekly event to practice conversational English and learn about American culture and language in a group setting. All levels of English proficiency are welcome!
India Night
India Night is an Indian cultural extravaganza organized by the Indian Students Association. This event is open to the public and showcases several performances, including an Indian classical folk dance, a fashion show that covers different Indian traditional attire and short presentations explaining the culture, heritage, tradition and diversity of India.
To learn more, please visit the Indian Students’ Association Facebook or Instagram.
Lunar New Year
The Lunar New Year Celebration is an annual event hosted by the Asian American Pacific-Islander Association. This event features activities, music and more to celebrate the holiday and bring people together.
To learn more about the upcoming event details, please visit the Asian American Pacific-Islander Association on Instagram.
Taste of Nepal
Yalda and Nowruz
Yalda and Nowruz are events representing Persian culture sponsored by the Iranian Students Club.
To learn more, please visit the Facebook page.
Event submission
Do you have an event that promotes internationalism on campus and would like to publicize it? Email us your event including the title, a short description, date, time, location, presenter(s) and sponsoring department or organization, if applicable. Please indicate if you would like to host your event at the IPO event center in your email.