This unique program, led by Loyola historian Dr. Benan Grams, will explore Middle Eastern history and the power of music to connect cultures, preserve historical memory, and inspire collaboration across disciplines.

 The Center for International Education will be celebrating International Education Week with a variety of events:

MONDAY, NOVEMBER 17TH

Study Abroad 101
One Loyola Room - Danna Student Center - Main Campus
12:30PM - 1:30 PM

Join us for a special presentation from Robert Gray Freeland about six of New Orleans' famous statues to Spanish-speaking historical figures, like Benito Juárez and Simón Bolívar, and their relationship to the city, to Spain, and to Latin and South America.

Robert Gray Freeland is a board member of the Friends of the Cabildo, a volunteer organization of the Louisiana State Museum. He also serves as Vice Chair of the Louisiana AMERICA250 Commission.

Join the Study Abroad team on Monday, November 17, in the One Loyola Room from 12:30 - 1:30PM for an exciting introduction to Loyola’s Study Abroad opportunities! Learn how you can earn credits, explore new cultures, and gain global experience while studying in countries around the world. We’ll cover program options, application tips, scholarships, and how to make your international adventure a reality. Come see how far your Loyola education can take you! 

Join the Fellowships Advisor to learn all about fellowships! This session will provide an introduction to what fellowships are, how to find these competitive opportunities, and tips for applying. We’ll also highlight specific fellowships for current students and recent graduates, including international fellowship programs such as Fulbright, CLS, CBYX, DAAD, and more.

There are opportunities for students in just about every field! Join us to learn more!

Join CIE for a CUP OF CULTURE! The Culture Cup is an international and internationally minded lounge space for all students to join with FREE coffee and snacks. 

Our next session will be in the Uptown Hall's (first floor) Tchoupitoulas Room Prefunction Space will be on Wednesday, November 19 from 12PM - 2PM. 

Come learn more about studying Icelandic literature and travel photography IN Iceland this Summer 2026!

Interested in studying medieval and contemporary Icelandic literature in the most immersive setting possible? Want to spend your summer exploring glaciers, black sand beaches, and volcanic canyons? Then the brand new Iceland Summer Session might be the program for you!

Come learn more about studying mass communications in London this Summer 2026!

Studying public relations in the U.K. offers an opportunity for students to learn in the heart of a global communication hub known for its diverse media landscape, tourism and historical significance. Want to learn more about how you could take advantage of this amazing opportunity? Come sit in on this free information session!

Join CIE for a CUP OF CULTURE! The Culture Cup is an international and internationally minded lounge space for all students to join with FREE coffee and snacks. 

Our next session will be in the Uptown Hall's (first floor) Tchoupitoulas Room Prefunction Space will be on Wednesday, October 22 from 12PM - 2PM. This week will feature some of our international students from Honduras. They're excited to share more about their home country--including their favorite snacks!--with Loyola.

Come learn more about studying music, national identity, and French scientific discoveries in Paris this Summer 2026!

Dive into the street music culture of past and present Paris and New Orleans, learn through the eyes of Paris' most famous scientists and important scientific sites, and explore French national identity and belonging within the wider world--all by spending a month in Paris!