Category Archives: Summer Activities

Eric Assan on Advancing Digital Literacy for Peace in Ghana

Posted on August 7, 2023 by Carina Samson

I-House Resident Interview Series Our final Davis Projects for Peace award recipient interview features Eric Assan from Ghana, a master’s student in Education Policy at UC Berkeley. Here are some highlights of our discussion: Hello Eric! Thank you so much for being … Continue reading →

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Martin Ssemulugo on Promoting Hygiene and Sanitation for Peace in Uganda

Posted on August 2, 2023 by Carina Samson

I-House Resident Interview Series The next Davis Projects for Peace award recipient interview features Martin Ssemulugo from Uganda, a master’s student in Developmental Engineering at UC Berkeley. Here are some highlights of our discussion: Hello Martin! What’s your Davis Peace Project about? … Continue reading →

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Dinah Lawan on Advancing Projects for Peace in Nigeria

Posted on July 25, 2023 by Carina Samson

I-House Resident Interview Series Hello everyone! I’m Carina Samson and I’m the Global Community Ambassador here at International House this summer. I recently had the opportunity to interview Dinah Lawan, Martin Ssemulugo, and Eric Assan, the three I-House resident winners … Continue reading →

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New to Berkeley? SWiiFTly make new Friends!

Posted on July 27, 2022 by sruiperez

As a former I-House resident, I remember the rush of emotions from the excitement about a fresh start and the opportunity to meet new people in the US. I had just landed at my dream destination, filled with excitement for adventure, but I had so many questions. “Where do I start? What do the locals do? How can I meet people and tap into the culture?” Continue reading →

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Summer I-House Reunions in Europe – Köln, Germany

Posted on August 8, 2016 by Joël Thai

This summer I have been very busy with I-House reunions in Europe, and it kicked off with the I-House reunion in Köln, Germany in May. I-House Executive Director Hans Giesecke and his wife, Susan, were doing a Cal Alumni riverboat … Continue reading →

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Message from Hans + Latest I-House Times Newsletter

Posted on August 1, 2016 by Laurie Ferris

Dear I-House Friends, Summer has become one of the busiest times of the year at International House Berkeley.  Summer sessions are now incredibly active on the Cal campus and since many of our summer session students are internationals, I-House is … Continue reading →

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I-House Connection May 2016

Posted on May 5, 2016 by Laurie Ferris

There’s Still Time to Reserve Your Spot at the I-House Berkeley Alumni Reunion in Köln, Germany Sunday, May 15th, 4:30 pm – 6:30 pm (16:30 – 18:30) Join I-House Executive Director Hans Giesecke for an afternoon in Köln for traditional … Continue reading →

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I-House Magician in the Spotlight for Staff Appreciation Week

Posted on June 11, 2015 by Laurie Ferris

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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Summer of 1989 25th Anniversary Reunion

Posted on August 1, 2014 by Laurie Ferris

Letter From…. Alumnus Kamran Nemati (IH 1984-1995) Summer of 1989 at International House Berkeley was a special summer.  For those of us who had the privilege of living there at that time, it brings special memories.  We had a large … Continue reading →

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Fireworks, Oakland Symphony Orchestra, July 3

Posted on July 1, 2014 by Laurie Ferris

See more photos of the event at: http://richmondstandard.com/2014/07/stunning-photos-independence-day-festivities-craneway-pavilion/ $10 covers transportation and bag lunch. Concert begins 6:30 pm. Limited to 25 seats Residents sign up in Program Office or online: ihousesummerprograms2014.eventbrite.com

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