Tag Archives: I-House Life
Can Artificial Intelligence (AI) be perceived as a tool rather than a threat?
On March 8th, International House’s signature annual Lodestar Speaker Series was held in the Chevron Auditorium. This year, I-House’s executive director Shaun Carver hosted Eric Schmidt, the former CEO & Chairman of Google and they discussed ‘The Promises and Perils … Continue reading
International House Celebrates Black History Month
I-House isn’t just a place to rest your head; it’s a cultural melting pot. Imagine yourself immersed in different traditions, languages, and viewpoints, soaking up the richness of the world right from your doorstep. This isn’t just about proximity but forging lifelong friendships and connections that transcend borders. Continue reading
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Tagged african-american-history, alumni, Black History Month, black-history, Friendship, history, I-House Life, News
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Reflections on my trip to Rwanda—Connecting with the Motherland Again
As the UC Berkeley Mastercard Foundation Scholars Representative, one of my duties is to represent the scholars at UC Berkeley at any Mastercard Foundation meetings across the globe. This time, this year’s meeting took place in Kigali, the capital of … Continue reading
The I-House Retreat – From Curiosity to Appreciation
In this detailed chronicle of the I-House Retreat, I aimed to weave together the multifaceted tapestry of experiences, emotions, and discoveries that unfolded over the course of this overnight I-House tradition. Each twist and turn, both literal and metaphorical, contributed to a collective narrative that transcended my initial curiosity, leaving me with a profound appreciation for the unique community and mission embodied by I-House. Continue reading
California Dreaming: Chronicles of an Epic Road Trip
As the crisp autumn air settled over the West Coast, Thanksgiving heralded a time of gratitude and reflection, tracing its roots back to the early 17th century when Pilgrims and Native Americans joined in a feast to celebrate a bountiful … Continue reading
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Tagged activities, art, books, California Dreaming, food, Friendship, fun, I-House Life, inspiration, international house, Photography, SoCal, toursim, travel, UC Berkeley, vacation, writing
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Support I-House on Giving Tuesday
Dear I-House Community, Giving Tuesday is one of the biggest giving days of the year. Will you give today to I-House to support the development of empathetic leaders? In a world that seems increasingly divided, cultural humility and empathy have … Continue reading
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Sukhi’s – A Delectable Desi Delight
We hosted a wonderful tasting of Sukhu’s Indian Food in the Dining Commons. Alumna Sanjog Singh (IH 1995-96), daughter of the founder of Sukhi’s, was here to dish the delights and chat about chai! Read post by Sanidhya Rao, Global Community Ambassador. Continue reading
Welcoming Alumni from the 1980s Back to I-House
Over the summer, I had the pleasure of giving a tour to a group of six I-House alumni who lived at I-House in the 1970s – 80s, as well as a few of their friends. I’ve given I-House tours before … Continue reading
Introducing Resident Support Manager, Hawk Anderson!
Hi everybody! I’m Carina Samson, I-House’s Global Community Ambassador for the summer, as well as one of the 7th-floor RAs. I’m happy to introduce one of the new staff members here at I-House. Continue reading
I-House Summer 2023 Events
Read about I-House Berkeley summer activities from one of our Resident Assistants, Carina Samson. Continue reading
I-House: Where UC Berkeley Meets the World 