Share the Cheer
Create community and celebrate the winter season!
December 22, 2023 - January 1, 2024
University of Alberta Community - Host International Students
University of Alberta community members are invited to share their family traditions and provide a sense of community for international students far from home. Learn about different cultures and perspectives, share your traditions and cultural background - whatever they may be - and create a personal connection with those whose family and friends are far away.
Host Eligibility
- current employees
- members of the Senate
- the Board of Governors
- graduate students living in their own off-campus accommodation
- U of A Alumni
Hosts must invite a minimum of two international students for one dinner/event during the University's winter closure period.
The Application Deadline is December 8, 2023.
International students - Be a guest!
If you find yourself around campus during the winter break and would enjoy connecting with new people and sharing seasonal experiences, register to be a guest for Share the Cheer!
Celebrate the winter season with a host family for a holiday dinner or fun activity. Exchange holiday traditions and share your cultural celebrations with your hosts.
The Application Deadline is November 30, 2023.
How it works
- Apply here to be a Host by December 8, 2023.
- Students register here to participate in the program by November 30, 2023.
- Selected hosts will be provided with guest details by December 13, 2023.
- Each host will have an event for two or more students.
- Hosts are responsible for contacting their guests to make arrangements within one week of receiving the contact details.
- Invitations should include transportation suggestions for guests to travel to the host’s home.
- Guests are responsible for informing the host about dietary restrictions or allergies 72 hours before the event.
- Share the Cheer hosting activities should occur between December 22, 2023, and January 1, 2024.