The University of Texas at Arlington and the International Student Organization (ISO) will present the 35th annual International Week (I-Week) from March 31 to April 6. Approximately 20 different student-led nationality organizations participate in this week-long celebration.

This year’s theme is "Peace, Love & Culture", and will feature a soccer tournament, an Opening Parade led by the widely recognized UTA Samba Band, a Food Fair featuring food from all over the world made by UT Arlington’s international students, an international Fashion Show, intriguing and intricate cultural exhibits created by the students, and a talent show showcasing all the spectacular talents of the many and varied international students who have come to UT Arlington from countries all over the world.

The festival officially begins at noon Monday, April 2nd, at Bluebonnet Ballroom. Students bearing banners from more than 130 countries will progress from Bluebonnet Ballroom around campus through the UT Arlington Library Mall, where Dr. Allan Saxe will kick off the week with an opening speech. The ceremony will end in the Bluebonnet Ballroom in the E.H. Hereford University Center with refreshments and student performances.

The remainder of the week’s events is as follows. (Unless otherwise noted, all events will be held in the Bluebonnet Ballroom in the E.H. Hereford University Center, 300 W. First St.) All events are free and open to the public.

I-Week  2012 “Peace, Love & Culture” Mar 31- April 6  this year includes:

Saturday, March 31
Soccer Tournament: (8 AM - 4 PM)
Outdoor Intramural Fields
W. Mitchell Street

Monday, April 2
Parade of Banners: (12 PM)
Grand Opening Ceremony: (12:35 PM)
Nationality/Cultural Exhibits Open for Viewing: (1 PM - 2 PM)

Tuesday, April 3
Food Fair, University Center Mall: The community will be able to purchase ethnic food items from the booths of different nationalities. (11 AM - 2 PM)

(Rain Site: Palo Duro, UC)

Wednesday, April 4
Nationality/Cultural Exhibits Open for Viewing (6 PM - 7 PM)
Fashion Show, Bluebonnet (UC): A fun, cultural night of ethnic outfits and costumes. (7PM - 9 PM)

Thursday, April 5
School Visits Day of Cultural Booths: (9:30 AM - 1:30 PM)

Friday, April 6
Nationality/Cultural Exhibits Open for Viewing (6 PM - 7 PM)

Global Extravaganza Talent Show, Bluebonnet (UC): Provides an array of cultural performances, ranging from song and dance to drama and comedy. (7 PM - 9 PM)

See Photos for Spring 2009 I-Week Photos.