Worldfest@Wheaton
Worldfest is a longstanding Wheaton tradition that brings cultural events to the wider campus community, and is an important means of achieving global learning goals through cross-cultural programming.
Overall Funding Philosophy
Worldfest provides funding support to campus organizations and departments to pilot new cross-cultural programming initiatives consistent with the theme established in a given year. Applicants are advised to seek alternative funding sources for events that are recurring or that award academic credit. The limited funds at the disposal of Worldfest are intended to support new and creative programming that inspires thoughtful reflection on our responsibilities as global citizens and an appreciation of diverse cultural traditions.
Application Criteria
- Applications must be submitted at least 3 weeks in advance of the event.
- Applications should be emailed or mailed to the Center for Global Education, 9 Howard Street or emailed to globaled@wheatonma.edu.
Worldfest Application Materials
If proposals are approved, the event sponsor will need to complete the following steps:
- The Worldfest logo and name should be listed on all marketing for the event.
- Submit copies of all marketing materials to the Worldfest Committee.
- Post the event on Wheaton's on-line events calendar at least 1 week prior to the event
- Complete an Event Evaluation Form upon completion of the event and submit to the Worldfest Committee.
The Worldfest Committee will review all proposals in a timely manner and respond to the event sponsor contact person within 1 week of the proposal submission date. If your proposal is approved you must supply the Center for Global Education with your Organization & Account Number for the transfer of funds.