Findlay, Ohio– For many of The University of Findlay’s more than 460 international students, going home over University holidays isn’t an option, so the University’s Office of International Admissions and Services is offering its third annual Thanksgiving luncheon Wednesday, Nov. 23 at 11:30 a.m. in the Winebrenner Theological Seminary TLB Foundation Convocation Center.
This event is also many international students’ introduction to the uniquely American Thanksgiving holiday.

Although the Office of International Admissions and Services is hosting the meal, all UF students, faculty and staff are invited to attend.

The Office of International Admissions and Services will provide turkey, mashed potatoes and gravy and the University’s Office of the President will provide beverages, while the faculty and staff will bring favorite Thanksgiving dishes to share.

The University’s student population of more than 4,600 full-time and part-time students includes 465 international students from approximately 30 countries.

UF also offers a special program designed for international students who wish to learn the English language and about U.S. culture. This unique program, leading to a bachelor’s degree in English as an international language, allows students to earn academic credit while improving English language proficiency.

The Intensive English Language Program, which assists international students, was established at UF in 1975. The program helps students to succeed in gaining a bachelor’s degree in English as an international language, serves as a study abroad experience and assists students in preparing for graduate study in the United States.

For more information, contact Rebecca Shell, public relations officer, at 419-434-4345.