Winter Bazaar

January 27th, 2025, the International Office hosted the Winter Bazaar, complete with Rita’s Custard, therapy dogs, free books from Paperback Ink and interval cooking classes from Thompson Hospitality. The event was held in the Student Center Atrium on Hampton University’s main campus.

The student engagement event was intended to create visibility for the International Office’s outbound student services. The Office houses faculty led group travel, service-learning opportunities, study abroad for course credit, and intern abroad opportunities. Ultimately, by gaining attention for the office and its services, we accomplish the ‘#1 student experience in America.’

Somewhere in the fun of the event and the curiosity in the activities of the International Office is the very unique and real opportunity to build a network abroad and possibly work & live in an environment that suits you best. What better time to test new environments, then when you are not yet in the workforce than as a student.

In kind-sponsors immediately saw the value in the event and its purpose. For their support, we wish to share a huge thank you to Debra Zirpolo and Janet Williams for bringing their labradoodle and poodle to the event, as well as Paper Back Ink’s Owner, Tikesha Williams for sponsoring The Winter Bazaar with about 65ct free book coupons. Big Thanks!