Association of International Students
Calendar of Events 2009-2010
Name of Information/Event |
Date , Time and Place |
Event Description/Comments |
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Pool Side Welcome BBQ |
Sunday, August 23, 2009 6:00pm - 10:00pm, Sunvilla poolside |
The poolside BBQ has been a tradition to welcome new International students to Springfield and Missouri State. This BBQ is held every year in the fall Semester. |
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Welcome Picnic |
Friday, September 11, 2009 4:00pm - 8:00pm , Phelps Grove Park | The welcome picnic is an event welcoming all new and old students back to school and gives everyone an opportunity to mingle, play games and enjoy good food. |
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Homecoming |
October, 31, 2009 John Q Hammons PKWY from St.Louis Street to Grand Street |
A theme based event is a Missouri State tradition. AIS has always been a part of Homecoming. This year's theme is The Ultimate Adventure. For the past few years we have participated in the parade, Window Painting and Banner Competition. We have come in 1st and 2nd place for the parade. AIS is committed to earn the first place in the parade this year! |
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International Banquet & Show |
Saturday November 14, 2009 PSU Ballroom and Theatre 6:00-10:00 PM |
This is the premier activity sponsored and organized by AIS. The international Banquet is the only premier event in the Springfield Community which offers a diverse showcase of all cultures represented in Missouri State student body. The first part of the banquet is food from 8-10 different countries, picked by experts and the menu changes every year. The second part of the banquet is a dreamy showacse of dances, skits, music from every corner of the world. |
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Potluck |
TBA, 2010 Sunvilla Towers, 2nd floor 7 pm |
This is a chance for everyone to cook and bring food from their home countries. It is a wonderful opportunity to get to know people and have a relaxing evening. |
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International Dance |
TBA, 2010 Plaster Student Union Ballroom 7pm - 11pm |
Its time to show off the skills you earned during the banquet. This evnt is designed to give everyone a chance to participate in exotic dances we performed during the banquet and get your grove on. |
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International Football Tournament (IFT) |
TBA, 2010 Taco Bell field 9am - 4 pm
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Time to get pumped up because AIS is giving you a chance to show your competitive side. So warm up and get ready to come show your skills. This is the real football - the most recognized popular international sport in the world...Period! |
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Relay for Life |
April, 2010 |
The Relay for Life is a fundraiser for cancer research. We will form a team that will raise money for research. On the 16th, all the different teams from MSU come together at the stadium and have an all night walk around the track. There is a theme for the event that will be announced later. It is a lot of fun and a great time to spend together. |
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End-of-the-year party |
May, 2010 Sunvilla Towers |
After a busy year of playing sports, dancing and all the fun we need to relax, the end-of-the-year party is just to serve this purpose. We also present AIS scholarships and announce next years officers. We are also planning Coffee socials, movie nights and night outs! |
| Your suggestions , Feedback and ideas are always welcome . Please -mail us at AIS@Missouristate.edu | ||