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July I-House Connection: News of Betsey Warrick; I-House Turns 89; Save the Date for Global Homecoming
Dear Alumni and Friends, It is with heartfelt sadness that we transmit this announcement about the recent passing of Elizabeth “Betsey” Warrick, longtime supporter and former First Lady of International House Berkeley. Betsey’s impact on I-House began when her husband, … Continue reading
Interesting Facts about Baroness Oona King, I-House Alumna of the Year
Greetings from Berkeley! We are so pleased to honor Baroness Oona King (IH 1989-90) at this year’s Gala and present her with the 2019 Alumna of the Year award for her advocacy in human rights, her visionary leadership, and the … Continue reading
Time to Thrive: Sunday Supper
In 1909, Harry and Florence Edmonds, promoters of the I-House movement, started a tradition of hosting dinners in their home to counter the loneliness and isolation of international students in New York. Today, we still honor this tradition, which became … Continue reading
Celebrating the Year of the Pig at I-House
新年快乐! Happy New Year, everybody! Lunar New Year is about seeing loved ones and eating delicious foods, which is probably why it’s one of my all-time favourite holidays. Singaporeans, Koreans, Vietnamese, Chinese, etc. all celebrate the Lunar New Year as … Continue reading
Global Homecoming on Sunday with I-House tours, lunch, fashion show, international tasting and more!
October 2017 Global Homecoming is Sunday, October 22, 11:00 am – 3:00 pm It’s not too late to sign up for Global Homecoming this Sunday. The House will be buzzing with excitement from 11 am – 3 pm, so don’t … Continue reading
I-House welcomes students for the academic year
August 2017 I-House welcomes students for the academic year I-House is pleased to welcome 590 residents this fall—our largest number in recent memory for the academic year. Residents from over 75 countries will be moving into their new home starting … Continue reading
Raise a glass to our Gala honorees Sir Desmond Rea, Dr. Arlene Blum, and Dean S. Shankar Sastry
Raise a glass to our 2017 alumni honorees: Sir Desmond Rea (IH 1966 – 67) Global Ambassador of Peace and Inspiration Dr. Arlene Blum (IH 1967 – 68) Alumna of the Year Dean S. Shankar Sastry (IH 1977 – 78) … Continue reading
Join us for our Celebration & Awards Gala, honoring Sir Desmond Rea, Dr. Arlene Blum, and Dean S. Shankar Sastry
You are cordially invited to join the International House Board of Directors and International House Executive Director Hans Giesecke for an inspiring evening under the dome. Enjoy a festive red carpet entrance, where you will be greeted by I-House residents … Continue reading
Staff Spotlight: Chef Jordan Lichman
I’m happy to share a guest post by the I-House Executive Chef, Jordan Lichman. Chef Jordan leads our culinary team to improve the dining experience for our residents and guests. What’s Cooking at I-House By Chef Jordan Lichman I’m really … Continue reading