Vice President's Office - MIIS

Sustainability Council is hosting a hands-on workshop for Munras residents on how to recycle correctly—covering trash, recycling, and composting tips. The session will wrap up with a Kahoot game, and the winner gets a prize! Snacks and drinks will be provided. The event will take place at the living room on the first floor in Munras Residence Hall.

All alumni, staff, faculty, and students are welcome to join! 

We’re welcoming local alumni back to campus to reconnect with students, alumni, faculty, and staff alongside Environmental Policy alumni celebrating the 30-Year anniversary of the program!

Enjoy live music from The Commission!, a Central Coast indie-rock band featuring a current MIIS student as lead singer.

Drinks and snacks will be provided. Great vibes, music, and company await!

RSVP by 4/6 at go.miis.edu/happyhour

Join us for a guest talk with Kimberly Kearney, a former CIA case officer and U.S. diplomat turned Silicon Valley executive advisor. With 15 years of experience in counterterrorism, counterintelligence, and nation-state threats across Asia and Europe, she now leads INICIO, advising C-suite leaders on trust, human behavior, and risk management in high-stakes environments.

Play animal-centric games Evolution and Nature Fluxx in the library to celebrate World Wildlife Day.  Snacks and beverages will be provided.

Ready to introduce yourself to an employer?
In preparation for the 2026 TILM Career Fair on February 27, CACS is hosting a Practice Your Pitch Drop-In Session on February 20. Sign up to participate anytime between 9 AM-12 PM at CACS. Register in Handshake.

Holi is the Festival of Coors, Love, and Spring. Come enjoy a joyful afternoon of color, community, and cultural celebration as we welcome the arrival of spring. A complimentary Indian lunch buffet and fun craft activity will be provided. 

RSVP required by 2/23.

Join us on campus to celebrate Chinese New Year! Play board games, enjoy delicious Chinese food, and learn more about Chinese culture. It’s a great chance to relax, have fun, and celebrate the New Year with the campus community.

Join our casual hybrid Q&A session to learn more about becoming a part of the 2026-27 Women in Localization MIIS Chapter leadership team! Meet this year’s leadership team to ask about the roles, selection process, or anything you’re curious about. Open to anyone interested in localization! You can join online (Zoom) from the link below: Zoom Link?https://us06web.zoom.us/j/87618676320 Meeting ID: 876 1867 6320

Mandatory graduating student information meeting for those planning to graduate in May 2026. Information surrounding commencement will be presented and graduating student speaker nominees will present summaries of their speeches. Join us in person in the Irvine Auditorium. 

Celebrate love, community, and friendship at our special Valentine’s Day event. Enjoy a special musical performance by Professor Laura Burian on violin and Bowen Yuan on guzheng at noon and indulge in a variety of Valentine’s-themed refreshments (desserts and beverages). Bring your own lunch or purchase from Samson Cafe for a 20% discount during the event. 

This is a wonderful opportunity to connect with fellow students, faculty, and staff, strengthening the bonds that make our community special. Join us to share the spirit of togetherness!