Share the Cheer
Create community and celebrate the winter season!
Share the Cheer is back for the winter break 2022 - 2023
Host International Students
Share your 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
University faculty, staff, alumni, and graduate students.
Each applicant must host a minimum of two international students for one dinner/event during the University's winter closure.
Note: Graduate student hosts must live off-campus to participate in the program.
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!
Note:
- To finalize your registration, you will receive a confirmation email that requires your response.
- Guests are responsible for discussing their dietary restrictions or allergies with their hosts at least 72 hours before the event.
Host and Guest Matching
- Confirmed international students will be matched with participating hosts.
- Hosts will be notified by email with details of their student guests.
- Hosts are responsible for contacting their guests to make arrangements.
- Student guests are responsible for informing the host about dietary restrictions or allergies 72 hours before the event.