History of IAC

The International Advisory Committee (IAC) at the University of Oklahoma was established over 23 years ago with the with a primary purpose of uniting all of the international cultural associations on campus. IAC sponsors and organizes the fall International Bazaar and the spring Eve of Nations Banquet. The International Advisory Committee has a diverse executive committee with representatives from all corners of the world. IAC works closely with the presidents of all of the International student organizations in the planning and implementation of culture and social programs that affect the University's international community. IAC holds regular meetings, and attendance by international students at these meetings is encouraged. The meetings provide international students an opportunity to discuss ideas and concerns. The committee elects its executive officers toward the end of the spring semester for the following academic year.

The University of Oklahoma offers many international student associations to provide a broader spectrum of our great world. These organizations provide socials events, cultural programs, and sports activities as well as support to international students. International associations promote cultural exchange between the campus and the community and represent almost every area of the world.

International Awareness

Every academic school year there is a period of five weeks set-aside during the middle of the spring semester for International associations to provide a time to showcase their country or region for the university and the surrounding community.

International Bazaar

The International Bazaar is a special event held during the fall semester for students to provide information and sell items brought from their countries. This is another opportunity and unique way to promote global awareness and enhance cultural exchange between international students and University faculty, staff and students.

Eve of Nations