Global Week Returns to East Stroudsburg University

Global Week

Posted by: Elizabeth Richardson on March 28, 2019, No Comments

East Stroudsburg University of Pennsylvania welcomes back, for the fourth year, Global Week. Taking place Monday, April 1 – Friday, April 5, Global Week will allow ESU students, faculty, staff and the local community to celebrate the rich diversity that makes up the campus community.

This year’s theme is Justice. “Justice, as a theme, rises from a genuine respect for people and a desire to treat everyone with fairness and appreciation,” said Doreen Tobin, D.Ed., vice president for student affairs.

The members of the Global Week committee—clubs and organizations, professors and staff will present programming all week that engages in deep conversations about what justice is, what it has been, and what it should look like.

The main event, the World Fair, is “trip around the world” that will include international music, treats from different countries, live animals including two penguins and a sloth visiting from the Lehigh Valley Zoo, and interactive activities presented by our campus community in different categories: traditions, health, service, arts, and Future Cast – a virtual reality experience that allows users to virtually visit different parts of the world.

All activities listed below are open to the general public:

Monday, April 1

“Globalthon”

9 a.m.-3 p.m., University Center Courtyard

Students, faculty, and staff will stand for a different social justice cause each hour while holding the scales of justice.

Tuesday, April 2

“Future Cast”

11 a.m.-4 p.m., Science and Technology Center

Future cast allows true-to-life interactions and immersive experiences thanks to stunning graphics, HD haptic feed, 360˚motion tracking, and an inclusive feature which allows you to virtually visit different parts of the world!

“World Fair”

1-4 p.m., Science and Technology Center

One of the most popular and anticipated Global Week events each year, includes international music, treats from different countries, live animals including two penguins and a sloth visiting from the Lehigh Valley Zoo, and interactive activities presented by our campus community in different categories: traditions, health, service, and arts.

“disABILITY Expo”

6-8 p.m. Mattioli Recreation Center

Participants can put themselves in someone else’s shoes and partake in several hands-on activities that will allow them to experience living with disabilities while removing old stereotypes about a productive community in our society. This expo will include several past Global Week programs such as Disability Simulation and Light it Up Blue, as well as new information and activities such as wheelchair basketball and training on how to use the Rec equipment with disabilities.

Wednesday, April 3

“Arts Slam”

6 – 8 p.m., Stroud 117 Cecilia Cohen Recital Hall, Fine Arts

The Arts Slam, back for a second year, allows students to participate in a vibrant competition through the arts as they represent the theme of JUSTICE. Areas include music, theatre, musical theatre, poetry, spoken word, and dance.

Thursday, April 4

“Hate Crimes Forum”

6-7:30 p.m., Beers Lecture Hall

Liz Bradbury, author, advocate, and director of the training institute at the Bradbury-Sullivan LGBT Community Center in Allentown, Pa, will lead the panel discussion, along with guests who’ll share personal stories of discrimination and hate crimes.

Friday, April 5

“Through Their Eyes Conference”

9 a.m. -1 p.m., Innovation Center

This annual conference is devoted to individuals with disabilities and the challenges they have faced, how they have overcome such challenges and succeeded in life, proving that they are not disabilities, but different kinds of ability. Pre-registration for this event is required. Please email atorres18@esu.edu to register.

“Relay for Life”

7 p.m. – 7 a.m., Koehler Fieldhouse

American Cancer Society’s Relay for Life is an overnight fundraiser. During the event participants honor cancer survivors and remember those who have lost their battle. Pre-registration is required for this event. Please register at www.relayforlife.org/paesu.

For more information on any of the Global Week events, please contact Fernando Alcántar, director of student engagement at 570-422-3384, email falcantar@esu.edu, or visit www.esu.edu/globalweek.