Life at the I-House
Thursday, February 4, 2010
International Literary Colloquy, Now Accepting Applications!
UT International Literary Colloquy, Spring 2010
Three books focusing on fairy tales from three different Cultures!
This is your Invitation to Join!
In support of UT'S READY FOR THE WORLD International and Intercultural Awareness Initiative, the Center for International Education seeks participants in its spring 2010 International Literary Colloquy. Over its thirteen years, the ILC has engaged hundreds of UT students, faculty, and staff in exploring cultural themes in books written by or about various world societies.
Sixty ILC spaces will be available this spring semester and the UT community is invited to apply. Each participant will be provided with copies of the three books and is expected to participate in all three book discussions and thematic luncheons. This semester's three books are set in fairy tales from three different Cultures. Experts on the included themes will facilitate the discussions which take place during three Wednesdays or three Thursdays from 11:30 to 1:00 pm at the International House.
Apply now!
If you wish to be considered for participation in the Spring 2010 ILC, please either pick up an application form at the front desk of the UT International House or download the application here. Once the application is completed it can be turned in to the I-House front desk or emailed to ihouse@utk.edu .
Applications must be received by February 11, 2010! Applicants are expected to commit to participation in all three Wednesday or three Thursday luncheon discussions. Participants will hear about their acceptance to the ILC soon after February 11, 2010.
We are looking forward to your participation!
Labels: International Literary Colloquy, life at the I-house
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Wednesday, December 2, 2009
Santa Study Break
This year Christmas comes earlier at the I-House! Join Santa and his elves Wednesday, December the 2nd, from 1p.m. to 5p.m. for a great fun time in the house! You are going to love what Santa prepared for you this year!
Enjoy the delicious cookies, hot chocolate, and our special holiday wassail.
Relax watching great Christmas movies: How the Grinch stole the Christmas; Polar Express and Home Alone.
Listen to the wonderful story of The Christmas Carol
And while you are here don’t forget to take a picture with the Santa! It is free. We will e-mail it to you.
See you on Wednesday!
When: Wednesday, December 2nd
Where: International House
Cost: Free
Labels: life at the I-house
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Tuesday, November 24, 2009
German Christmas Cookies Cooking Demonstration
Do you know how Christmas is like in Germany? Want to know about the authentic German Christmas treats? Come join us in the German Christmas Cookies Cooking Demonstration. Learn about the rich traditions of the German Christmas culture and its connections with the Christmas culture you are familiar with! Try and make some German Christmas Cookies with our instructor Vera P Broux yourself and have a taste of it! It is our special Coffee House program that designed for the holiday season, and also the last Coffee House event in this semester, so don't miss out on this great event. See you there!!!
When: 6 pm, November 24, 2009
Where: International House Great Room
Cost: $2 UT students (with UT ID)
$5 others
Tickets will go on sale from Friday, November 13, 2009
Labels: Coffee House, life at the I-house
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Monday, November 23, 2009
Thanksgiving Dinner for international students
Join the I-House family in the spirit of giving, as we provide a Free Thanksgiving Dinner for international students and their families. Come and learn about the Thanksgiving tradition and enjoy the wonderful meal that associated with this holiday.
Sign-up is required, so please visit the I- House front-desk and add yourself and family members to the list.
If you can't stop by the I-house for it just call us at 865-974-4453
or e-mail us to ihouse@utk.edu.
Where: International House Great Room
When: Monday, November 23, 6:00 p.m.
Cost: Free (open for international students and their families)
Labels: life at the I-house
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Saturday, November 21, 2009
Trip to Cirque de Chine
The International House is gladly inviting you to the Cirque de Chine trip, one of the best production the Smoky Mountain Palace has offered to date. The show is performed by an award winning troupe new to the Smoky Mountain Palace. The cast offers the traditional Chinese cultural acrobatics but in a very fast paced, and at times breath taking, manner.
The costumes are absolutely gorgeous; the music selected not only is appropriate for the acts but actually enhances them, and the skill of the acrobats is extraordinary.
The International House has been offered a great deal on the ticket price due to our collaboration with the show crew before. You are paying the price for 6 to 9 years old in this case instead of a $30 full amount. It is sure to be a great experience, so don't miss out! Tickets are on sale now at the I-House front desk now, and it ends on Thursday November 19 at 5 pm.
Schedule for the Trip: First to Cirque de Chine to see the show (lasts about 2 hours), then to local restaurant for an early dinner (travelers need to pay for own dinner). Before heading back to UT, we will take a city tour by bus and see the fabulous Christmas lights and holiday view there. Schedule is subjuect to change on that day.
For more information, please refer to the poster or contact the I-House at 974-4453 or ihouse@utk.edu.
When: 11:45 am, Saturday, November 21, 2009
Where: Leave from the I-House and then bus goes to Sutherland and Golf Rang to pick up
Cost: $4 kids 5 & under (for transportation)
$14 others (including transportation and admission)
Labels: life at the I-house, Trips
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Tuesday, November 17, 2009
Middle Eastern Belly Dance Lesson
We are going to get the breakdown of how to break if down Middle Eastern Belly Dance style. Like always it will be a night of fun that you won't want to miss. So mark your calendar and tell a friend! Socks and comfortable clothes are suggested for dancing.
Date: Tuesday, November 17, 2009
Time: 6 p.m.
Venue: International House Great Room
Cost: Free
Instructor: Sonja Oswalt from "Tennessee Belly Dance"
Labels: Coffee House, Dance Lessons, life at the I-house, Middle East
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Tuesday, November 10, 2009
Latin American Tango Dance Lesson
The International House is gladly inviting to our Tango Dance Lesson as the Coffee House event in the Latin America Week. Two professional Latin American tango dancers from the Knoxville Argentine Tango Society are going to teach you the perfect steps of original Latin American Tango. Bring your date and come join us in the fun night! Socks and comfortable clothes are suggested. There will be free CD's with Tango music as door prize, so don't miss out!
Date: Tuesday, November 10, 2009
Time: 6 pm
Venue: International House Great Room
Cost: FREE
Labels: Coffee House, Dance Lessons, Latin American, life at the I-house
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Sunday, November 8, 2009
Tanger Outlet Mall Trip
Join us on the trip to the Tanger Outlet Center, located in Sevierville, Tennessee. With it being one of the largest shopping centers in the U.S., you will find almost everything that you are looking for. Prepare yourself for the winter and the holiday season along with saving the money in the pocket!
When: Sunday, November 8, 2009, 9 am
Where: Meet in front of International House upper level;
bus stops by Sutherland and Golf Range Apts.
Cost: $4 (only for the transportation)
Labels: life at the I-house, Trips
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Tuesday, November 3, 2009
Turkish Cultural Training "Doing Business with Turkish People"
The International House presents Turkish Cultural Training: "Doing Business with Turkish People" as the kickoff of Turkey Week from November 2nd to November 6th. Participants will be utilizing a cultural training module to discuss their perspectives about doing business with Turkish people and other Turkish culture related questions. There will be Turkish businessmen/businesswomen present to provide suggestions and answer questions also. This is sure to be a insightful night! Business majored or not, you will definitely benefit from it!
When: Tuesday, November 3, 2009
6 pm
Where: International House Great Room
Cost: FREE (with light snacks and drinks provided)
Labels: Coffee House, life at the I-house, Turkey
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Tuesday, October 27, 2009
Indian Culture Night (special Tuesday event)
Share with us the captivating culture of India with traditional music, dance, and fine Indian cuisine. Come learn and experience the Indian culture in a different way! See you there!
Tickets will go on sale at 6 p.m. and the event will start at 6:30 p.m. Be sure to get there early to ensure you get a ticket. This is sure to be a great experience, so don't miss it!
Please notice that we have this special arrangement of Indian Culture Night and on Tuesday night.
Date: October 27, 2009
Time: 6:30 p.m.
Venue: International House Great Room
Cost: $6 (tickets go on sale at 6 p.m.)
Labels: Culture Night, life at the I-house
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Saturday, October 24, 2009
Hiking Trip - Ramsay Cascades, Great Smoky Mountains
The International House would like to invite you to the Great Smoky Mountain hiking trip! We will be hiking to the Ramsay Cascades on Saturday, October 24th. With Fall upon us the Smoky Mountains are at their most beautiful, with the leaves showing an array of gorgeous colors. We will also be stopping by the falls to have a picnic (food will not be provided by the I-House). So you can eat, make new friends, and enjoy the scenery! Tickets are only $4 for transportation fees, and they are on sale at the I-House front desk now. The space is limited so come in and sign up today! The deadline for signing up is Thursday, October 22 at 5: 00 pm.
We will begin loading the bus at 7:30 am in front of the I-house and leave at 7:45 am. The bus will also stop by the Sutherland and Golf Range apartments afterward. The time to be back at UT is no later than 5:00 pm. For more information, please contact the I-House by 865-974-4453 or ihouse@utk.edu.
Labels: life at the I-house, Trips
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Tuesday, October 20, 2009
International Coffee House - Korea
The International House would like to invite you to the Korean Coffee House as a part of the Korea Week activities. Enjoy an interesting presentation about Korean along with the authentic Korean food. Traditional Korean costumes will be available for you to try on and take pictures with. Come and have some Korean memories with us!
When: Tuesday, October 20, 2009
6:00 p.m.
Where: International House Great Room
Cost: FREE
Labels: Coffee House, Korea, life at the I-house
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Tuesday, October 6, 2009
International Coffee House - The Art of Chinese Paper Cutting
Come join us in learning about the unique Chinese art form with thousands of years history. It is the first type of paper-cutting design since paper was firstly invented in the Eastern Han Dynasty in China. Explore how magic come out of you hands, and showcase your creativity and hand skills! Bring your friends and join us for a night of fun! Chinese snacks will be provided.
When: Tuesday, October 6, 6:00 p.m.
Where: International House Great Room
Cost: FREE
Labels: China, Coffee House, life at the I-house
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Tuesday, September 29, 2009
Japanese Cultural Training: "Doing Business with Japanese"
The International House presents Japanese Cultural Training: "Doing Business with Japanese" as the theme of Coffee House Program in the Japan Week, the 5th thematic week going on within the International House. Participants will be using a tool named "Diversophy" in small groups. Questions about doing business with Japanese will be asked. Participants answer questions by sharing their thoughts, perspectives, and real life experiences that relate to the question. Everyone has the chance to speak up. More interestingly, some Japanese businessmen from local community will be present at the event to answer questions, and provide suggestions on the Do's and Don'ts of doing business with Japanese, from their cultural backgrounds and gained experiences here at the U.S.
When: Tuesday, September 29, 2009, 6:00 p.m.
Where: International House, Great Room
Cost: FREE
Labels: Coffee House, Guest Speaker, life at the I-house
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Tuesday, September 22, 2009
International Coffee House - Eastern European Folk Dance Lesson
If classes have you spinning around in circles, then you should take a break and join in a night of fun and excitement! Instructors from Macedonia and Serbia are going to show you how to dance in circle in the Eastern European style! Bring your friends and meet some new people! There is no way you can leave stressed!
When: 6:00 pm, Tuesday, September 22, 2009
Where: International House, Great Room
Cost: FREE
Labels: Coffee House, Dance Lessons, life at the I-house
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Monday, September 21, 2009
Cooking Demo - Eastern Europe
Start your Eastern European Week with the taste of Shashlik - traditional Eastern European Barbecue.
Learn another way to prepare your great outdoor meal and start your acquaintance with the culture
When: Monday, September 21, 6:00 p.m.
Where: International House Great Room and Patio
Cost: $2.00 (tickets are on sale at the I-House front desk)
Labels: Cooking Demonstration, Eastern Europe, life at the I-house
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Monday, September 14, 2009
International Coffee House - Greek Cooking Demonstration
Dear students, faculty, and staff,
The International House would like to invite you to the International Coffee House program tomorrow night from 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm. Greece is the theme for the programs at the International House this week, incorporating with it, the Coffee House presents Greek Cooking Demonstration for you to get a real experience in Greek culture, giving the fact that food tights in greatly in the nation's culture, and also a significant part of the influences that Greece brought into the western world. Vera Pantanizopoulos-Broux, a faculty in the Foreign Language Department here at UT, who was born and raised in a traditional Greek family, and also had run her own family deli with mainly Greek food, will be the instructor showing you how to make Baklavá, the well-known and popular dessert in the world, and Horiátiki Salata, as known as the Greek salad, which is actually made differently in Greece than in the U.S. These two dishes will be fun to make, to cook, and NOT difficult to learn at all. Therefore, mark your calendar for tomorrow night, come and make Greek dishes by your own hands! Become a semi-pro of Greek food, because more dish items will be mentioned by the instructor with the culture explanation!
When: 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm, Tuesday, September 15, 2009
Where: International House, Great Room
Cost: FREE
Labels: Coffee House, Greece, life at the I-house
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Tuesday, September 8, 2009
International Coffee House - American Cultural Training
The International House would like to invite you to a featured event on American Cultural Training as part of the International Coffee House Series. Both International students and American students are welcome to participate, to learn and share perspectives and life experiences on American Business Culture, Gender Differences, and Intercultural Differences. Participants will play the game "Diversophy", which is designed to help understand better how to deal successfully with people from different backgrounds, and to develop global and local competence in its player. Snacks and drinks will be provided. Come and join us for a night of fun, learn about American culture, and meet some new friends! Don’t miss out for this insightful event!
Time: 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Date: Tuesday, September 8th, 2009
Place: International House, Great Room
Cost: FREE
Labels: Coffee House, life at the I-house
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Tuesday, September 1, 2009
International Coffee House - African Cooking Demonstration
The International House would like to invite you to join us
for lessons in African cuisine on Tuesday night. Learn how to
cook up a storm from the continent. Get introduced to
Nigerian, Ghanaian, Somali, and Ethiopian food, authentically
prepared and instructed by our international students.
Time: 6:00 - 8:00pm
Place: I-House Great Room
Cost: FREE
Labels: Africa, Coffee House, life at the I-house
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Tuesday, August 25, 2009
Caribbean Dance Lessons
Join us for lessons in Caribbean dances. Learn how to move to the beat of
dancehall/reggae, calypso/soca; and folk dances such as kumina, quadrille,
and jonkunoo. Snacks and drinks will be provided...
SEE YOU THERE & LET'S
MOVE TO THE CARIBBEAN BEAT!
When: Tuesday, August 25, 6:00 - 8:00 pm
Where: I-House Great Room
Cost: FREE
Labels: Caribbean, Coffee House, Dance Lessons, life at the I-house
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