Table of Contents
- La Jefa Updates-Michelle Streeter-Ferrari
- April's Major Event:The Wright State International Festival
- Thank You to Our March Collaborators
- International Student Highlight:Sara Gharabaghi
- Students Abroad: Jaclyn Schmitz
La Jefa Updates 
On Sunday, April 3rd, from 1-5pm in Wright State University's Nutter Center, UCIE will be hosting the 32nd Annual Wright State International Festival, formerly known as the International Friendship Affair (IFA). The long-term success of this festival shows the on-going commitment by WSU to international programs. This year is the first time it is being held at Nutter Center as it has become the largest international event on campus. International programs help bring the world to our campus and we are proud to be able to share our international student talents, cultures, and experiences with you and the Dayton community. Be sure to try the different tastes of the world through one of our food vendors or beverages including a variety of international beers. Travel the world with your "Wright State International Passport" and meet students from all over the world. Enjoy our performers and if you have families, stop by the new Kid's Zone. UCIE has received many departmental sponsors and engaged community support to bring this event to you. We hope to see you on Sunday, April 3rd, as we celebrate Innovations Around the World!
April's Major Event: The Wright State International Festival 
Experience the world at the 32nd annual Wright State International Festival, formerly known as the International Friendship Affair (IFA). At this family friendly event, experience the Dayton Contemporary Dance Company, flag parade, international foods and beers, live music, Kid's Zone, country displays, and so much more! Join us in celebrating our awesome international community this Sunday, April 3rd, 1-5pm in Wright State University's Nutter Center Arena.
Thank You to Our March Collaborators
In the Month of March, we had a chance to offer over 21 programs to our students, including seven UCIE Convo Club sessions, a St. Patrick's Day Celebration, Rara Haitian Celebration, Norooz Persian New Year Celebration, and even a Spring Break Ski Trip, all with the goal of providing opportunities to bring cultures together, foster friendship, and expand international education on campus. We are grateful for all the offices that collaborated with us in this endeaver. Some March collaborations included the following:
- March 5th-Ski Trip to Perfect North: With International Friendships Inc.
- March 8th-International Women's Day:A Taste of Peace: With the Women's Center and International Women Organization
- March 8th-International Women's Gathering: With the Women's Center and International Women Organization
- March 11th- He Named Me Malala Film Screening: With the Women's Center and International Women Organization
- March 16th-Ping Pong Tournament-With the Exchange Student Association
- March 24th-Zumbathon: With the Office of Latino Affairs
- March 25th-Global Connections: Norooz, Persian New Year Celebration: With the Persian Club
- March 25th-Science Day with Saudi Students: With the Saudi Student Association
- March 25th-Holi Festival of Colors: With the Indian Student Association
International Student Highlight: Sara Gharabaghi 
1. Please introduce yourself.
Students Abroad: Jaclyn Schmitz
Meet Jaclyn Schmitz, a French major at Wright State who is currently studying abroad in Angers France for an entire year through our exchange program!
Jaclyn is studying at the Université Catholique de l'Ouest. This unique exchange program offers Wright State students the unique opportunity to take intensive French language courses at various levels at a French university for a full immersion experience.
Jaclyn is taking French language courses that will count towards her major here and has been doing so well in them. She also chose to stay with a homestay family while there and tells us that she is having a great time.
