The International Club
The International Club is one of the largest student organizations at UWSP. Its purpose is to promote and encourage an exchange of culture between and among nations by providing opportunities for friendship, understanding, and the social interest of members. The International Club brings together international and American students in quest of "One World for Peace."
MOTTO
"One World for Peace"
MEMBERSHIP
Membership in the International Club is open to anyone who agrees with its stated purpose. It is established by the payment of annual (academic year) dues to the treasurer.
ACTIVITIES
International Club activities are characterized by cultural, educational, and social components.
MEETINGS
Meetings are held on the second Friday of every month during the academic year. Agenda for each gathering usually include a business meeting, guest speakers and/or students presenting on their countries, and a social hour.
INTERNATIONAL DINNER AND ENTERTAINMENT
The International Dinner and Entertainment, held annually in the spring semester, is one of the most important activities of the International Club. This highly successful venture provides an opportunity for International and American students to prepare exotic dishes and entertain adventurous dinner guests.
ORIENTATION
The International Club works closely with the Foreign Student Office in planning the fall and spring new student orientations. Club members participate in panel discussions, lead campus tours, and give presentations on topics ranging from how to cash checks to living in the residence halls.
PORTAGE COUNTY CULTURAL FESTIVAL
The Portage County Cultural Festival provides an opportunity for international students and International Club members to bring a "slice of the world" to the community via food, entertainment, hands-on activities, exhibits, cultural movies, and arts and crafts sales. This one-day event attracts more than 10,000 people annually from the campus, the community and the Central Wisconsin area.
OTHER OFFERINGS
- Fall Welcome Picnic: The International Club, in cooperation with the International Friendship Program, organizes a picnic at the beginning of the academic year to welcome new and returning students, and IFP families. This annual affair provides good food, good company, and lots of fun.
- International Olympics in late October or early November
- Speakers Bureau
- Recreational outings: strawberry picking, canoeing, picnics
- Educational and cultural trips
- Fang’s Cup Athletic Competitions in April
HOW DO YOU BECOME A MEMBER?
Individuals interested in becoming members of the International Club may pay their $3.00 membership dues at the Foreign Student Office (020 SSC), International Club Office, or at the International Club’s monthly meetings.
2007-2008 Officers
President: Mr. Prakash RAI (Nepal/Singapore)
Vice President: Mr. Won-Jun CHA (South Korea)
Secretary: Mr. Yoshifuru IZUMI (Japan)
Treasurer: Ms. Yurany NINCO (Colombia)
Publicity: Ms. Anqi ZHANG (China)
Special Event Coordinators: Mr. Li LI (China), Ms. Hui Ching NGAI (China), and Mr. Yie XIE (China)
Advisors
Ms. Marcia Mace
Dr. Brad Van Den Elzen
Please visit the International Club website to get more information.