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August 2023

Global Grads Fall Launch

August 24 @ 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm
Graduate Student Center, 211 W. Cameron Avenue
Chapel Hill, NC 27599 United States
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We're so excited to welcome both our new and returning international graduate students to campus!  Please join us to build connections with your fellow Global Grads, and learn about upcoming events.  We'll play a group game or two and enjoy a delicious lunch! Please pre-register so we have enough food for everyone. Register now

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September 2023

Gobal Grads: Cross Cultural Conversation

September 21 @ 3:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Graduate Student Center, 211 W. Cameron Avenue
Chapel Hill, NC 27599 United States
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Globe with maps from different countries wrapping around it.

Join us for a group discussion on things we miss most from home, and new wonderful discoveries at UNC. Cross Cultural Conversation events require your presence throughout its entirety. Late arrivals and early departures will not be permitted. Please respect the nature of this engaging and connecting series. Pre-registration is required, as we'll be enjoying some international snacks and we want to have enough for everyone. RSVP HERE

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Global Grads: World Cafe

September 26 @ 1:30 pm - 2:30 pm
Graduate Student Center, 211 W. Cameron Avenue
Chapel Hill, NC 27599 United States

Each month, this group discussion will tackle a different lively topic. We invite you to share your experiences, and your unique perspective. Afterward, we'll enjoy a delicious meal from a local restaurant. World Cafe events require your presence throughout its entirety. Late arrivals and early departures will not be permitted. Please respect the nature of this engaging and connecting series. Pre-registration is required.   RSVP Here

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October 2023

Global Grads: Cross Cultural Conversation

October 3 @ 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm
Graduate Student Center, 211 W. Cameron Avenue
Chapel Hill, NC 27599 United States
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Globe with maps from different countries wrapping around it.

This week's discussion will be fun, spooky, and all about Halloween! We will have a brief presentation and discussion about all things Halloween, including traditions, events, and tips for "trick or treating" as an adult. Cross Cultural Conversation events require your presence throughout its entirety. Late arrivals and early departures will not be permitted. Please respect the nature of this engaging and connecting series. Pre-registration is required, as we'll enjoy some Halloween snacks and want to have enough for everyone. RSVP HERE

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Destress with DSS

October 12 @ 10:00 am - 11:00 am
Graduate Student Center, 211 W. Cameron Avenue
Chapel Hill, NC 27599 United States
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Peach and black flyer With with a graphic of a student on a laptop and graphic with a women doing yoga. Flyer reads Diversity Student Success presents Destress with DSS. Drop in and give your brain a break. Come enjoy stress relief activities and Brunch with DSS.

Come join us at the Graduate Student Center to celebrate University Day 2023 and De-stress with DSS! We will be hosting a brunch and activities to unwind from the semester. Don't miss out on a chance to enjoy great food and to give your brain a break! Since we will be catering brunch, Registration is Required. We hope to see everyone there! RSVP HERE

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DSS: Fall Festival

October 18 @ 4:30 pm - 6:00 pm
Graduate Student Center, 211 W. Cameron Avenue
Chapel Hill, NC 27599 United States
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Tan Background with pumpkins, orange, yellow, and brown leaves, and apples. orange text says Fall Festival. Oct 18th.

You are invited to join Diversity and Student Success at our annual Fall Festival. Celebrate the season and taste the flavors of fall (including pumpkin-spiced everything). Join us for pumpkin painting, food, games and more, hosted at the Graduate Student Center– there will be something for everyone! We want to emphasize that this is a family affair and families with children are welcome! RSVP Here

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Global Grads: World Cafe

October 24 @ 1:00 pm - 2:30 pm
Graduate Student Center, 211 W. Cameron Avenue
Chapel Hill, NC 27599 United States
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four people sitting at a table, talking, eating, and laughing.

  Each month, this group discussion will tackle a different lively topic. We invite you to share your experiences, and your unique perspective. Afterward, we’ll enjoy a delicious meal from a local restaurant. World Cafe events require your presence throughout its entirety. Late arrivals and early departures will not be permitted. Please respect the nature of this engaging and connecting series. Pre-registration is required.   RSVP Here

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DSS: Pumpkin Fun

October 26 @ 2:00 pm - 3:30 pm
Graduate Student Center, 211 W. Cameron Avenue
Chapel Hill, NC 27599 United States
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two jack o lanterns sitting on the leaf covered ground at night.

Pumpkins beware! Diversity & Student Success is getting into the Halloween spirit with pumpkin carving & decorating! We'll provide the pumpkins, carving tools, and refreshments. At the end of the event, you'll get to take home your spooky or fun work of art! There will be voting and prizes for the best pumpkins! RSVP is required so that we can acquire enough pumpkins and supplies! Family and friends welcome. RSVP HERE  

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November 2023

DSS: How to Utilize LinkedIn Effectively

November 15 @ 3:30 pm - 4:30 pm
Graduate Student Center, 211 W. Cameron Avenue
Chapel Hill, NC 27599 United States
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Led by Dr. Kuizin, this workshop will cover a wide range of topics that are essential for anyone looking to improve their LinkedIn skills. You'll learn about the importance of LinkedIn, setting up your profile, creating content, networking, job searching, and using LinkedIn Learning. This is a fantastic chance to enhance your abilities and maximize your use of LinkedIn. Join us! Dr. Kuizin serves as Director of the Master of Professional Studies (MAPS) program at The Graduate School. Dr. Kuizin…

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Global Grads: World Cafe

November 28 @ 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm
FedEx Global Education Center – Room 4003, 301 Pittsboro St
Chapel Hill, NC 27516 United States
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four people sitting at a table, talking, eating, and laughing.

  Each month, this group discussion will tackle a different lively topic. We invite you to share your experiences, and your unique perspective. Afterward, we’ll enjoy a delicious meal from a local restaurant. World Cafe events require your presence throughout its entirety.  Late arrivals and early departures will not be permitted. Please respect the nature of this engaging and connecting series. Pre-registration is required. Please note that this week's event will take place at the FedEx Global Education Center in…

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