Global Village

12/02/2019

The Global Village and BGSU international students were featured on the International Institute of Education journal and opening minds blogs for the multicultural and diversity work we promote. Thank you for featuring our multicultural work. The Global Village students and people are proud of these endless achievements :)

"With language skills in urgent and rising demand among U.S. employers, the next generation of Americans is relying more than ever before on multilingualism, cultural competence, and other 21st century skills to succeed both personally and professionally in our increasingly interconnected and global society." - Erin Whelchel, Outreach Manager, ACTFL

Read more on the IIE Opening Minds Blog www.iie.org/blog

10/01/2019

Villagers,

Please see the email announcement I received from my friend Steve- if you are interested: "Hello Abdel,
Global Connections invites international friends to enjoy a visit to a local American home to learn how to prepare soup and cornbread - two fall favorites.

Friday, October 4
5:30-8:30 pm

No experience required. But space is limited. So you must sign up by email. Tell us the number of people you are bringing, whether you need a ride, and whether your diet may include beef. Location will be shared with registered guests. This is a free event.

We're excited to see you!

P.S. Free English classes are offered each Wednesday at 9:30 am. Come to 612 E Wooster St (across from Founders Hall) to the blue ACT house. Tell a friend!"

Steve Baney
Executive Director
Global Connections

09/30/2019

A cornerstone of the cultural community, the Toledo Museum of Art is open six days a week, Tuesday-Sunday, and admission is free. 

09/25/2019

🚨 🚨 🚨 WE ARE LOOKING FOR PERFORMERS, MODELS and MCs FOR THE 2019 INTERNATIONAL DINNER!!!⁣
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🌍 International Dinner is annual event hosted by the World Student Association to promote multi-cultural understanding as well as celebrate different cultures in BGSU. This year International Dinner will be held on November 16th from 6PM to 9PM in the Bowen-Thompson Student Union Ball Room.⁣
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🌎 We are looking for those who want to represent their cultures through performing or modeling!⁣
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⭐️ If you have your country’s traditional clothes and want to create cultural understanding towards your country through our Fashion Show, please email [email protected].⁣
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⭐️ If you are interested in representing your culture through a performance like dancing, singing, instrument playing,… please email [email protected].⁣
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⭐️ We are seeking MCs for the Dinner as well!⁣
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🎟 Performers, models and MCs will receive ticket discounts, so don’t hesitate if you want to showcase your talents and promote your culture!

09/24/2019

Join us this Friday for dancing, food and games!

09/20/2019

We are celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month tomorrow!

This week, our member Christina Ruiz will be talking about Hispanic Heritage Month. We will have a presentation and fun activities prepared for you guys.

See you guys tomorrow, 8:30PM!!

09/17/2019

You are invited to the Apple Orchard with Global Connections!

04/30/2019

Have you already signed up for the event of the year? What are you waiting for? There will be plenty of food, games and fun at our biggest event of the year. Do not miss out. RSVP now with the link below;

https://www.signupgenius.com/go/508044aa4ad2ca4fa7-endofyear

04/24/2019

Hello everyone! Here is the flyer for todays meeting. We look forward to seeing you there!