2025 Miami Mardi Gras Meet-Up
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FreeJoin the Miami Alumni Chapter for community and revelry at its annual Mardi Gras Meet Up taking place February 6, 2025 from 6 - 8 p.m. at Armstrong Jazz House. There is no cost to register, however kindly RSVP for headcount purposes. Food and drink are available for purchase from the venue. Feel free to wear your purple, green and gold!
CIE Spring Semester Kickoff & King Cake Tasting!
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FreeKick off Spring 2025 and take part in a carnival culinary tradition!
Join CIE, ISA, and Cultural Connections for CIE's Spring Semester Kickoff & King Cake Tasting! We'll be serving coffee and free samples of king cakeÌýmade at various local New Orleans bakeries.Ìý
This is a great opportunity to meet our new international students and welcome them to campus, as well as a great time to learn more about the many exciting programs our Study Abroad Office has to offer.Ìý
Tony Testa
Phylicia Smith
Houston Mardi Gras Meet-Up
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FreeJoin the Houston Alumni Chapter for community and revelry at its annual Mardi Gras Meet Up on February 6, 2025 from 6 - 8 p.m. at The Boot in Houston. There is no cost to register, however kindly RSVP for headcount purposes. Food and drink are available for purchase from the venue. Feel free to wear your purple, green and gold!
Study Abroad Spring Fair
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FreeEveryone has an opportunity to study abroad--come learn about yours!
Join us onÌýFebruary 20Ìý´Ú°ù´Ç³¾Ìý12PM - 2PMÌýin theÌýPeace QuadÌýto explore J-term, summer, semester and year long programs. You'll have the opportunity to chat with study abroad returnees, international exchange students from our partnerÌýuniversities abroad, directors of our Summer Faculty-Led programs, representatives from different study abroad program providers, and CIE staff.
All students are welcome to attend!
CIE Culture Cup: Mexico and Mexican Culture!
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FreeJoin 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.Ìý
Our first session for Spring 2025 in theÌýMulticultural Room of the Danna Center (first floor) will beÌýonÌýWednesday,ÌýJanuary 29 from 12PM - 2PM. Dr. Pablo Zavala and Dr. Diana Soto-Olson will be co-hosting a session onÌýMexico and Mexican culture;Ìýthey'll also be happy to talk about their summer program in Mexico City.
All interested students are more than welcome to attend!Ìý
From Lament to Hope in Communities of Faith
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FreeElsie Miranda, D.Min., will speak on "From Lament to Hope in Communities of Faith." Dr. Miranda isÌýthe Director of Diversity and Inclusion at The Association of Theological Schools. Growing up Cuban American, she's deeply passionate about how faith connects with real-world social and political dynamics. Her work explores how cultural contexts shape people's experiences and their pursuit of peace and justice, both locally and globally.Ìý
CCAF General Education Mobile (GEM) Program
CCAF General Education Mobile (GEM)
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As part of the GEM program, active duty CCAF students are able to take up to 15 credits towards their Associate of Applied Science degree general education requirements through Loyola University.
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Healing through Accompaniment: Chaplaincy in Hospitals, Prisons, and Beyond
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FreeRev. Jeannie Alexander, J.D, M.A., will speak on "Healing through Accompaniment:ÌýChaplaincy in Hospitals, Prisons,Ìýand Beyond" Rev. Alexander is the executive director of No Exceptions Prison Collective. She is also a co-founding resident of Harriet Tubman House, an interfaith community dedicated to restorative practices in earth stewardship and human rights. She has served as the Head Chaplain at Riverbend Maximum Security Institution.