Get Involved

Whether by joining a Global Learning event, attending an info session, or participating in a contest, there are many ways you can get involved!

Featured events


Contests hosted by UCalgary International

International Video Contest

  • Annual contest (Fall semester)
  • Open to all UCalgary students
  • An interactive perspective on the student experience abroad

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International Photo Contest

  • Annual contest (Winter semester)
  • Open to all UCalgary students
  • Last year, we had over 400 submissions and set up a huge photo gallery in MacHall for the campus community to enjoy! 

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Community-Based Events

Global Community Challenge

  • Annual event (Fall semester)
  • Open to all UCalgary students
  • UCalgary staff/faculty can also participate as Mentors
  • Join a multidisciplinary team of students from around the world to tackle real-world challenges faced by Calgary organizations

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World's Challenge Challenge

  • Annual event (Winter semester)
  • Open to all UCalgary students
  • Apply as a team and tackle a global challenge of your choice based on the Sustainable Development Goals
  • UCalgary winners may get to move on to the national Canadian competition!

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