The FIUTS blog shares stories, reflections, and updates from our global community of students, hosts, alumni, and friends, celebrating connection, learning, and cross-cultural exchange.
From September 17-25, FIUTS was honored to welcome a group of students and their adult mentor from Cameroon and Pakistan as part of the American Leadership Experience (ALEX) in partnership with American Councils for International Education. Take a look at what these students experienced through this photo journey documenting their time here.
Read MoreAs we approach our goal for the Big Moves Campaign, we want to share the impactful work all of you have made possible in the last year and the type of powerful work you are helping fund this coming year. A big thank you to all of our supporters and donors thus far! Please donate today, if you haven’t already, and help contribute to cross-cultural understanding and building global communities. Continue reading to see all the work FIUTS has done in 2021-2022 and how you can help it continue!
Read MoreFrom August 9-16, 2022, FIUTS is thrilled to welcome students from Latvia as part of our Youth Entrepreneurship Program! During their week with FIUTS in Seattle, they’ll participate in workshops, site visits, and volunteer service activities focused on entrepreneurship and social impact work. Read on to learn more about this amazing group of young people!
Read MoreDid you miss a chance to look at our August 2022 E-Intercom? The FIUTS E-Intercom is a monthly newsletter sent out to subscribers at the beginning of the month with upcoming events, important FIUTS updates, calls to action, and more! Want to stay updated on what’s happening at FIUTS? Subscribe here under our “Sign up for our E-Newsletter” and be one of the first to see upcoming news!
Read MoreThis summer is full of engagement opportunities for individuals in the Seattle community looking to expand their global connections! Read on for upcoming day and homestay hosting options, events, and steps on how to get involved.
Read MoreDid you miss a chance to look at our May 2022 E-Intercom? The FIUTS E-Intercom is a monthly newsletter sent out to subscribers at the beginning of the month with upcoming events, important FIUTS updates, calls to action, and more! Want to stay updated on what’s happening at FIUTS? Subscribe here under our “Sign up for our E-Newsletter” and be one of the first to see upcoming news!
Read MoreSummer is around the corner and we have a lot of amazing opportunities to stay connected with FIUTS! Congratulations to all the upcoming graduates in the FIUTS Community! We're grateful for the impact you've made during your time at UW. We'll miss you, and we're excited to see what you do next.
The fun isn’t over! There are plenty of opportunities for recent grads, new and current students, and others to continue to build cross-cultural understanding in the coming months. Read on to learn about being a Facilitator, Student Ambassador, FIUTS Intern, and upcoming events!
Read MoreStudents from any university in the Puget Sound region are invited to join FIUTS! Student members at FIUTS are interested in cultural exchange, sharing experiences, and exploring the Puget Sound Region with others. When you become a FIUTS member, you are joining an active and engaged global community, supporting the work of our dynamic organization, and receiving great member benefits! Read on to learn more about our membership program!
Read MoreOn April 21st, FIUTS celebrated our sixth annual Blue Marble Bash! It was a beautiful sight to see our community gathered in one place for the first time in a long time and every single attendee gave their support for FIUTS programs.
During the event, three inspiring students shared their FIUTS stories and the impact FIUTS’ has had on their journey at the University of Washington. Read on to hear from Margaret Tu, Tomoka Xie, and Julian Jordan and their tales on bravery, leadership, and community.
Read MoreDid you miss a chance to look at our April 2022 E-Intercom? The FIUTS E-Intercom is a monthly newsletter sent out to subscribers at the beginning of the month with upcoming events, important FIUTS updates, calls to action, and more! Want to stay updated on what’s happening at FIUTS? Subscribe here under our “Sign up for our E-Newsletter” and be one of the first to see upcoming news!
Read MoreThe Taiwan Studies Program at the University of Washington (UW) may sound familiar to people with research interests in relation to the island nation, but what you might not know is that this academic program now has a twin—the UW Taiwan Studies Arts & Culture Program. Read on to learn more about this amazing CulturalFest Sponsor and their amazing program!
Read MoreOne more day until CulturalFest! Today’s final FIUTS CulturalFest Spotlight is on Unity and Memory- Seattle Iranian Choir! They are an ensemble with members from the local Iranian-American community. They will be performing tomorrow, at the FIUTS CulturalFest Performance Showcase! Continue reading to learn more!
Read MoreToday’s FIUTS CulturalFest Spotlight is on Awaaz! Awaaz is an a cappella team that takes songs from South-Asian and Western culture and creates harmonious arrangements of all varieties. Continue reading to learn more!
Read MoreToday’s FIUTS CulturalFest Spotlight is on Taiko Kai from the University of Washington at the CulturalFest Performance Showcase.Taiko drumming has a long history in Japan and is used as a part of various celebrations and ceremonies. Read more on to learn more!
Read MoreToday’s CulturalFest Spotlight is on Annie Yao- A solo performer at this year’s CulturalFest Performance Showcase. She will be performing a Chinese traditional Dai dance called Yue Zhi Hua Yu, or Dancing in the Moonlight. Read more to learn more about this beautiful performance!
Read More“As an aspiring data scientist, it is important for me to learn as much as I can about different populations and their needs. I am hoping that by improving my intercultural understanding so I can be a better advocate for disadvantaged communities in the tech industry.” Read on to learn more about Shari and her experience with FIUTS!
Read MoreOver the next few weeks, we will be sharing more about the performers and booths who will be sharing their talents at CulturalFest. Today the spotlight is on Peking Opera “Duan mi Jian” . The performers hope to share a part of the life and history of “Beijingers” people through this rich and unfathomable cultural heritage.
Read MoreOver the next few weeks, we will be sharing more about the performers and booths who will be sharing their talents at CulturalFest. Today the spotlight is on the Colors of Thailand Cultural Booth, tabling at the CulturalFest International Expo.
Read More“I know how important it is for some students to have a support base, and through FIUTS I have become a point of reference for those students in need.” Read more about Chau Nguyen and her experience at FIUTS!
Read MoreOver the next few weeks, we will be sharing more about the performers and booths who will be sharing their talents at CulturalFest. Today the spotlight is on Guqin- Evening Song of the Drunk Fisherman, a solo performance by Pei Zheng. The Guqin is a plucked seven-string traditional Chinese musical instrument. Pei is eager to show the audience the elegance and beauty in this traditional and ancient art.
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