Author Archives: Laurie Ferris

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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! ♥

November 3 – 9 Menu

Posted on November 3, 2014 by Laurie Ferris

Enjoy a variety of international cuisines for breakfast, lunch and dinner in the I-House Dining Commons on the 2nd floor. View weekly menu at: http://ihouse.berkeley.edu/dining/menu.php

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Halloween, I-House Style!

Posted on October 31, 2014 by Laurie Ferris

Happy Halloween everyone! We had a festive Halloween party today in the Great Hall, complete with a costume contest, scary delicious treats, and a candy corn toss game. Guess who won first place?  Answer below…. Our lovely Siciliana, Liliana Cardile, … Continue reading →

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October 27 – November 2 Menu

Posted on October 27, 2014 by Laurie Ferris

Enjoy a variety of international cuisines for breakfast, lunch and dinner in the I-House Dining Commons on the 2nd floor. View weekly menu at: http://ihouse.berkeley.edu/dining/menu.php

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Join us for Discover Cal, Diwali & UN Day Celebration Dinner

Posted on October 20, 2014 by Laurie Ferris

Discover Cal: A Menu for Change: Transforming the Food System You are invited to register for Discover Cal, a traveling lecture series that brings renowned faculty to the extended Cal family. Meet Hans Giesecke, Executive Director, or Joy Iwasa, Interim … Continue reading →

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Great California ShakeOut: Oct. 16, 2014

Posted on October 14, 2014 by Laurie Ferris

Sharing an important message about an earthquake drill that UC Berkeley participates in: Dear Campus Community, On Thursday, October 16, the campus will participate in the “Great California ShakeOut,” a day of special events organized to inspire Californians to get … Continue reading →

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Oct 13 – 19 Menu + BBQ Lunch & Dinner today!

Posted on October 13, 2014 by Laurie Ferris

Enjoy a variety of international cuisines for breakfast, lunch and dinner in the I-House Dining Commons on the 2nd floor. View weekly menu at: http://ihouse.berkeley.edu/dining/menu.php

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Sept 29 – Oct 5 Menu + Oktoberfest Dinner on Friday!

Posted on September 29, 2014 by Laurie Ferris

Enjoy a variety of international cuisines for breakfast, lunch and dinner in the I-House Dining Commons on the 2nd floor. On Friday, Oct. 3, German cuisine and culture will be served from 6-8pm in the I-House Dining Commons on the … Continue reading →

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September 22 -28 Menu

Posted on September 22, 2014 by Laurie Ferris

Enjoy a variety of international cuisines for breakfast, lunch and dinner in the I-House Dining Commons on the 2nd floor. View weekly menu at: http://ihouse.berkeley.edu/dining/menu.php

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Sept. 15 – 21 Menu & Mexican Independence Day Celebration

Posted on September 15, 2014 by Laurie Ferris

Enjoy a variety of international cuisines for breakfast, lunch and dinner in the I-House Dining Commons on the 2nd floor. On Tues. September 16th, celebrate Mexican Independence Day at I-House for lunch or dinner! September 16 Lunch Menu (11:30 am … Continue reading →

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What does Free Speech mean to you?

Posted on September 10, 2014 by Laurie Ferris

As the campus celebrates the 50th anniversary of the Free Speech Movement this fall, the Office of Communications and Public Affairs has created a website at http://fsm.berkeley.edu/ that provides a historical timeline, a list of upcoming events and more. It … Continue reading →

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