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Legacy of Love and Lifelong Connections at I-House Berkeley

Posted on February 14, 2025 by Harini Voruganti

International House has long been a place where cross-cultural connection is at the heart of friendships and memories that transcend time and space. This February, let’s celebrate the enduring love and lifelong connections that begin at I-House. Timeless Ties For … Continue reading →

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Creating Community Through Harmony: The Power of Music at I-House Berkeley

Posted on December 11, 2024 by Harini Voruganti

December marks the start of the holiday season across a variety of cultures and is brimming with diverse cultural traditions across the world. Whether it is Christmas caroling, drumming circles at Kwanzaa celebrations, or Chinese New Year Gong Xi, music … Continue reading →

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Embracing Free Speech: Insights from I-House at UC Berkeley

Posted on December 9, 2024 by ihouseberkeley

By Shaun Carver, Executive Director and CEO I am proud to share the results of our recent resident survey on free speech, which reveals a remarkable sentiment among our community. In a time when many college campuses across the U.S. … Continue reading →

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Eric Schmidt on the Promise and Perils of AI

Posted on March 12, 2024 by Excellence

At UC Berkeley, the International House (I-House) serves as a focal point for promoting global leadership and intercultural understanding. As part of its purpose, I-House recently welcomed former Google CEO and I-House alumni Eric Schmidt to speak at the Lodestar Speaker Series. The topic of discussion during the event, “The Promise and Perils of AI,” was the intricate connection between Artificial Intelligence (AI) and the I-House’s goal of fostering world peace. Continue reading →

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International House Celebrates Black History Month

Posted on February 22, 2024 by Excellence

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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I-House New York: Our Big Sister

Posted on January 17, 2024 by Sanidhya Rao

International House (I-House) in New York City, founded in 1924 by Harry Edmonds, promotes cross-cultural exchange and understanding. With a rich history, it embodies the vision of fostering global friendships, leadership, and global citizenship. Serving as a haven for students from 90 countries, I-House stands as a testament to the power of international collaboration and unity. Continue reading →

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Gratitude for International House

Posted on December 19, 2023 by Oke Iroegbu

I’ll watch the sunset over the Campanile once more I’ll pay attention to nature’s symphony—seagulls and breeze, Close my eyes and take a deep, deeper breath This beacon of hope—and this little light and voice of mine I’ll let it … Continue reading →

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