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About Laurie Ferris

As the Communications Manager for International House at UC Berkeley, I share stories online and in our I-House Times Newsletter. I created this blog for alumni, residents, and staff to share the I-House experience with the UC Berkeley community and beyond. If you would like to contribute a guest post, please contact me at lferris@berkeley.edu. Share the I-House love! ♥

Joe Lurie in the news

I-House Executive Director Emeritus Joe Lurie made local and national headlines this week.  UC Berkeley News featured his new book Perception and Deception, and National Peace Corps Association interviewed Joe about his lifelong commitment to cross cultural engagement. We are … Continue reading

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I-House alum Paul Salz in the New York Times

We are honored to share updates and stories of our alumni that are featured in the media. If you have an article to share, email us at ihalumni@berkeley.edu. International House Berkeley alumnus Paul Salz (IH 1950-52) was featured in the July … Continue reading

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Where are they now? Stefan Al

Greetings from Berkeley. This month’s Where are they now alumni series features Stefan Al (IH 2008-09). So, where is he now? Hint: Benjamin Franklin established this university.

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Where are they now? Kathryn Anthony

Greetings from Berkeley. This month we feature I-House alumna Kathryn Anthony (IH 1976-1979)  for our Where are they now series. Highlights from our interview are below. So, where is she now? Hint: This school has produced some of the most amazing … Continue reading

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I-House Magician in the Spotlight for Staff Appreciation Week

Every June, UC Berkeley hosts a Summerfest event, complete with live music, food trucks, photo booths, activities and free t-shirts specially made for staff. This year, UC Berkeley Human Resources shined a spotlight on the hidden talents of four long-term UC … Continue reading

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Join us for Cal Day & Gala – Send us your news

Dear I-House Alumni and Friends, As we approach the completion of our Dining Commons Transformation Project, we are pleased to share this behind the scenes look at our progress. Completion of construction is scheduled for June, 2015.  We’re looking forward … Continue reading

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Where are they now? David Fanfan

Greetings from Berkeley. This month, we feature I-House alumnus and marathon runner David Fanfan for our Where are they now series.  Not only does he have an excellent last name, David is one of I-House’s biggest “fans” on social media.  … Continue reading

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Every Kind of People at Sunday Supper

One of the oldest continuing International House traditions, Sunday Supper is a wonderful celebration of multicultural community and fellowship.  The February 8th Sunday Supper began with a video montage of images of resident experiences alongside the lyrics to Robert Palmer’s … Continue reading

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Where are they now? Sunny J. Mistry

Greetings from Berkeley. We’re launching a new Where are they now series on this blog so you can see what alumni are doing after life at I-House.  I’ve tracked down Sunny J. Mistry for our first subject and will share our … Continue reading

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Jan 26 – Feb 1 Stadium Field Club Menu

As a reminder, I-House Dining Services will be temporarily located at the Stadium Field Club this semester for the Dining Commons Transformation Project.

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