USCB’s International Programs Committee (IPC) serves as the all-campus coordinating body that manages, organizes and coordinates global university activities. One of the most active and visible committees on campus, IPC is made up of faculty, staff and a student representative. The main IPC goal is to elevate and make vibrant USCB’s international impact across academic and campus endeavors. The IPC sponsors International Week each year.
2025 International Week
- Monday, November 17, 2025
Kickoff!
12:30pm - 2:00pm | Hargray Main Lobby
Welcome from Provost Kim Dudas with Dr. Kim Ritchie, Dr. Caroline Sawyer, Ms. Carol
Weir, and Study Abroad Student Guest Speakers.
International Karaoke
7:15pm - 9:00pm | Newcastle, Beaufort
Join us for a fun night of karaoke and a chance to win prizes.
- Tuesday, November 18, 2025
Virtual Competition Plus Origami Contest
Virtual link emailed at 9:00am and closes 5:00pm
Play multiple times! Win prizes!
New this year: origami shark contest, judges select best & award prizes. Stay tuned!
- Wednesday, November 19, 2025
International Food Trucks
11:00am – 3:00pm | Bluffton Parking Lot near SciTech
Try international cuisines from local food trucks.
Virtual Travel Abroad
11:00am – 1:00pm | Bluffton Library, 1st floor
Explore global destinations with USCB Makerspace VR headsets.
International Potluck - Beaufort
11:00am – 1:00pm | Newcastle, 2nd floor
Sign up here and bring a dish to share.
- Thursday, November 20, 2025
Cooking Demonstration + Lunch
1:00pm - 2:00pm | Hargray Lobby
Live demonstration of Japanese and Korean cuisine: kimbap and nori/sushi rolls.
Registration required. Limited to 20. More details coming.
Sand Bar Special - Traditional Polish Garlic Sauce
11:00am – 2:00pm | Sand Bar
Authentic Polish garlic sauce, freshly prepared! Recipe cards distributed.
- All Week
Passport Drive
Students Register to win funds for first-time passport application. Stay tuned!
USCB Dining Services Lunch
- Monday Korean Chicken Bibimbap & Korean Slaw
- Tuesday Japanese Pork Ramen & Asian Dumpling
- Wednesday Chinese Beef Kung Pao & Eggrolls
International Program Committee Newsletters
Read the Committee’s most recent newsletters below:
Contact Us
Kyle J. Messick, PhD
Chair, International Programs Committee
Assistant Professor, Psychology
