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Intercultural Programs

The International Student Office has implemented various programs to facilitate intercultural sharing, and promote Penn State Harrisburg’s goals for academic excellence, diversity and global citizenship. Check the calendar for all the wonderful programs and events.

  • The Global Ambassador Program trains future world leaders by involving students with planning and implementing international students programs, participating in community services and building relations with students, faculty and community leaders. Expectations for this group of highly motivated and dedicated students include a passion for international students, a team spirit and a sincere desire to serve others.

  • Our Global Lion Mentor Program supports international students in their transition to Penn State Harrisburg through on-campus activities and off-campus events. Mentees are new international students, who can apply to participate before they arrive in Penn State Harrisburg. Mentors are both international students and domestic students. The peer-to-peer program assists international students in adjusting to the new environment, both academically and socially.

  • The Fun English Conversation Program brings international students, domestic students and local residents together to play games and speak English. This program is designed to help build English conversation skills and make new friends.

  • The Lunch with an International Flavor meets once or twice a month. Each luncheon features a country or a region of the world. Students from the featured country or region of the world present their native culture. This program brings together internationals and Americans to interact while sampling cuisines of the world.

  • Our Cultural Celebrations are designed to celebrate major holidays of the world to showcase performances of the students and community artisans. The events promote cultural sharing, internationalization and global interaction.


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  • Our World Fest/International Education Week is a festival that boasts international displays, a parade of many countries, global cuisines and multinational performances. It offers a wonderful opportunity for students, faculty and staff to virtually “travel” around the world. The mission of the World Fest is to enhance international education and facilitate the internationalization of Penn State Harrisburg.


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  • The Cooking and Crafts Group offers local residents and students to meet new people, cook together, share recipes, practice English and create beautiful crafts.

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