NEWPORT, R.I. - The Office of International Programs and the McKillop Library have teamed up to plan several events in support of International Education Week. Sponsored by the U.S. Department of State and the U.S. Department of Education, International Education Week recognizes the global exchange environment between the United States and other countries.

Scheduled events are open to all members of the Salve Regina community. Presentations are free; however lunches may be paid by meal plan or cash at the door. For more information on International Education Week, stop by the Office of International Programs, located in the Gatehouse.

Ongoing programs

"Capture It" photo contest

Entries will be on display in the McKillop Library throughout the week. Students who studied abroad during the 2008-2009 academic year, along with those who attended short-term study abroad programs, were invited to submit photographs. The winners will be announced during Tuesday's presentation "Hear All About It: We Studied Abroad."

International Challenge

Featuring a daily quiz about countries and cultures (open to students only). A new quiz will be available each day in clearly marked spots on the library's main floor. The grand prize, a $50 gift certificate to Sardella's restaurant, will be awarded Friday, Nov. 20.

Daily events

Monday, November 16

• Miley cafeteria's featured cuisine: Prague, Czech Republic - rostenky (rump steak sauteed with onions) and braised cabbage

Tuesday, November 17

• Miley cafeteria's featured cuisine: India - murgh tikka masala (chicken masala curry) and sambar (lentil stew)
• "Hear All About It: We Studied Abroad," featuring students sharing their study abroad stories and adventures and the winners of the "Capture It" photo contest - 4 p.m., O'Hare 260

Wednesday, November 18

• Miley cafeteria's featured cuisine: Israel - falafel (fried chickpea patties in pita bread) and Israeli chopped salad (cucumbers, tomatoes and peppers)
• Table Francaise with Dr. James Mitchell, assistant professor of modern and classical languages - 4 p.m., Jazzman's Cafe
• "The Islamic Republic: The Magic Elixir" with Dr. Soheyl Amini, assistant professor of sociology - 7 p.m., DiStefano Lecture Hall

Thursday, November 19

• Miley cafeteria's featured cuisine: Spain - paella (prepared to order by a guest chef)
• "Islam and the West" with Dr. Khalil Habib, assistant professor of philosophy - 7 p.m., O'Hare 260

Friday, November 20

• Miley cafeteria's featured cuisine: Senegal - yassa (grilled chicken marinated with onions and lemon juice) and couscous

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