Fairbanks Center for Global Engagement - On Campus

Global Engagement

On-Campus Engagement

Discover a whole new world from our Mount Vernon, Ohio campus.

Global Learning Starts Right Here

You don’t have to leave campus to experience the world. MVNU’s On-Campus Engagement opportunities bring global experiences and perspectives directly to you.

Course-embedded service learning that connects academics with action.
Co-curricular programs that deepen your understanding and expand your impact.
Intercultural events that celebrate diversity and foster connection.
Cultural encounters that inspire, challenge, and broaden your worldview.
Project-based learning that tackles real issues — right here on campus.

Explore how global engagement can begin at MVNU — and take you anywhere.

Curricular Global Engagement

Missions/Intercultural Studies Degree
Crossing Cultures Service-Learning Immersion
Degree programs such as nursing, business, and emergency management with global learning opportunities
General education course with service-learning components, giving students the opportunity to live out their calling and cultivate a sense of purpose through intentional community engagement

Co-Curricular Global Engagement

Global Engagement Expo
Regional Global Spotlight Events
Cultural celebrations like Chinese New Year and Festival Latino
Heritage and Cultural Festival
Holiday Extravaganza

Global Engagement Campus Events

At MVNU, the world comes to campus all year long. From global spotlights and cultural celebrations to Spiritual Life’s chapel speakers and Justice Together initiatives, you’ll have countless opportunities to try new things, experience new perspectives, and expand your understanding of the world — all without leaving campus.

2025-2026 Events

August 27 — International Student Beach Party
September 19 — Festival Latino
September 24 — Global Spotlight: Latin America
October 7 — Global EXPO
October 13 — Ubuntu Chapel
October 29 — Global Spotlight: UK & Europe
November 19 — International Student Event
November 24 — Holiday Extravaganza
January 17 — Chinese New Year
January 28 — Global Spotlight: Asia
February 5 — SoulFest
February 25 — Global Spotlight: Africa
March 21 — Heritage and Cultural Fest
April 7 — Kwibuka Rwandan Remembrance
April 30 — International Student Event

"Most MVNU students come to campus eager to make a difference in the world. But if you really want to make a positive impact in it, you first have to learn about it, serve throughout it, find passion and compassion for it, and develop skills to work effectively in it."