International Week is a UT Dallas tradition that celebrates culture on campus. The student body at UT Dallas includes Comets who hail from 100 countries. During the week, held April 1-5, students shared information about clothing, cuisine, design and music at the signature Passport to the World event and the International Talent Show. Other popular activities included Zumba dancing, henna and a dance party. International Week is sponsored by the Student Services Office and other student organizations and campus departments.

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