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Dear Alumni and Friends,

The time has come, and now the big fun begins! Whether you made a gift to I-House in previous years or you are new to our cause, we are grateful for your support. Will you help us reach our goal of 150 gifts to unlock the generous $30K match by the I-House Board of Directors?

Here are ways you can help now:

1. Make a gift of $10 or more to I-House until 9 p.m. on March 9 (PST) at ihouse.berkeley.edu/givingday

In this issue: Lodestar Speaker Series Returns Thurs. Feb. 16th; Summer Housing Opportunity; Happy Valentine's Day; Save the Date for Big Give

In this issue: New Scholarship; Staff Spotlight; Resident-Created Video and Blog Post; Ways to Give, and more!

With the end of 2022 in sight, we are grateful for the strong and growing international community of alumni and friends who recognize the importance of I-House and the intercultural connections created here.  Thanks to all who have made gifts in support of I-House and our mission this year!   If you've yet to make a gift in 2022, there's still time! Please visit our giving page to donate online, or mail your check (postmarked before January 1, 2023) to:

There's a special energy around I-House in recent weeks. The Great Hall and Edmonds' Cafe have been packed with colorful team jerseys and intense, but friendly competition as residents watched the World Cup matches. Spirited chanting, clapping, and hoots and hollers are still echoing through the hallways. In the library, a different, quiet fellowship has dominated, with students sitting side-by-side at the long tables writing papers, preparing presentations, and studying for final exams. In the newly remodeled Sproul Kitchen and Gamble Lounge, which opened last week, residents have been cooking and sharing traditional foods of their home countries with new friends. The excitement has been palpable.  And all around the House, group hugs and tearful goodbyes are taking place as some of our residents, finished with their studies at UC Berkeley, depart I-House, head back home, and become a part of the I-House global community.  For these and many other reasons, I ask you to make a gift to I-House.

In this issue: Remodeled Sproul Kitchen & Lounge; Staff Highlight; Sunday Supper Memories; World Cup Championship game viewing at Edmonds Cafe, and more!

On the occasion of Giving Tuesday, I would like to convey my personal thanks to our alumni and supporters who have already provided financial contributions this fiscal year in support of our mission during this critical time.

Watch our new video of I-House residents sharing messages of gratitude

In this issue: Annual Appeal; Meet the Resident Council; Thanks and Farewell to Roxanne Pifer; World Cup Games at Edmonds Café

In this issue: The I-House Connection: Spring Housing Application; Meet the PAs; Discover Cal NY; Thanks and Farewell to Tim Lynch

International House Berkeley is now accepting room and board applications for the 2023 Spring Semester. If you are looking at future housing options, International House offers a once-in-a-lifetime intercultural leadership development and living opportunity. I-House provides UC Berkeley students the best mix of conveniences, entertainment, and social activities of any student residence at UC Berkeley! At I-House, you’ll be part of a global community that supports your academic pursuits, career development, and mentorship networking while making your stay one of your life’s most enjoyable and memorable living experiences.

In this issue: The I-House Connection: Nayeli Vivanco's First 30 Days; Meet the RAs; Thanks and Farewell to Joy Iwasa; Messages from Alumni

In this issue: The I-House Connection: Celebrate Our 92nd Birthday; Move-In Day; Stories from New Alumni; Stay Connected

In this issue: The I-House Connection: New VP for CILP; Front of House Restoration; Updated History Booklet; Staff Spotlight

I-House at UC Berkeley Welcomes Nayeli Vivanco as Vice President, Robertson Center for Intercultural Leadership and Programs International House at UC Berkeley is pleased to announce the appointment of Nayeli Vivanco as Vice President to lead the Robertson Center for Intercultural Leadership and Programs (CILP), a center of excellence for training to advance leadership, understanding, and collaboration across cultures.

In this issue: Gateway Fellowships Announced; Ntongo Skills4Peace; Chancellor's Award; Cafe News; Farewell Blog

In this issue: Resident Benefit Concert for Ukraine; Edmonds Café Specials; Favorite Things about I-House blog post; I-House NY Virtual Event