Cultural Conversations

Cultural Conversations from Around the Globe

Cultural Conversations engages VCU students with peers from international partner institutions in weekly guided gatherings via Zoom. Topics of conversation vary based on student interests and have included art, business, the environment, food, health, human rights, language, music and tourism. During the one-hour sessions, students speak in English or the language of the partner institution, allowing for authentic linguistic and intercultural communication practice. Currently, connections are with institutions in Japan, Mali, Mexico, Qatar and Vietnam with the goal of expanding offerings based on student interests. For VCU students interested in Education Abroad, Cultural Conversations can serve as the first step toward engaging internationally from home. Read more about student experiences in Cultural Conversations.

You may sign up for one, two, or all opportunities in a series.  You may also travel with us to different countries as your schedule permits. We simply ask that you sign up in advance so we can give you the agenda for the specific days you sign up for.

The fall 2022 schedule is developing as student and partner institute interests are confirmed. Please check back periodically for updates or sign up to receive an email update when registering for any of the opportunities below. 

 Current Workshop Dates/Times

Theme

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Cultural Conversations with Universidad La Salle, Oaxaca, Mexico

Wednesdays
March 22, 29, April 19, 26
7-8 p.m. in Virginia
(In Mexico: 8-9 p.m.)

Geographical and cultural regions

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ID: 85296824907

Cultural Conversations with Ivanovo Polytechnic State University, Russia

Wednesdays
11 a.m. in Virginia

February 22, March 15, 29, Apr 12, 26
(In Russia: 7pm, February 22; 6pm, March 15- April 26)

Pop Culture

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ID: 87623546800

Cultural Conversations with Shimane University, Japan

Tuesdays
8-9 p.m. in Virginia
March 14, 21, 28
(In Japan, 9 a.m. Wednesdays, March 15, 22, 29)

Thursdays
8 a.m. in Virginia
April 6, 13, 20, 27
(In Japan, 9 p.m.)

International News and Images

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ID: 83664880434


Links to Review

  • VCU Cultural Conversations reflection and attendance form (to be filled out at the end of EACH one-hour session)
  • Article on the importance of reflecting on global learning goals

 

Questions? 

Please reach out. We would love to connect.


Audrey Emiko Short

Global Engagement Co-curricular Coordinator

Global Education Office

Virginia Commonwealth University

912 West Grace Street, 4129

Richmond, VA 23284

aeshort@vcu.edu


Learn more about the Global Education Office