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Alumni Gather to Celebrate I-House Centennial

Written by International House on October 23, 2024. Posted in Alumni News, Announcements, Events, News.

Hundreds of alumni from around the world converged in New York September 14-15 for a beautiful late summer weekend of activities to celebrate the 100th anniversary of International House’s opening in 1924. More than 450 former I-House residents from the 35 different countries from every corner of the globe returned to 500 Riverside Drive to re-connect, share memories, and celebrate the Centennial at a series of events tied together with the theme “100 Years of Common Ground.” The festivities began with a “strolling brunch” in the Hall of History and Davis Hall, where President...

Sharing the I-House Resident Directories

Written by International House on May 28, 2024. Posted in News.

Starting in 1923, I-House produced an annual directory for residents. Over the decades, these publications took a variety of forms, from helpful guidebooks with information on where to find a decent tailor to yearbook-style collections that showcased the events of the previous academic year to address books that encouraged residents to stay in touch with one another once they left I-House. Whatever form they took, the publications celebrated the life of I-House and helped residents and alumni sustain lifelong friendships and connections. In the welcome note to the...

Announcing the 2024 Davis Projects for Peace Awardees

Written by International House on April 23, 2024. Posted in News, Resident News.

International House congratulates the ten I-House residents who have received funding through the Projects for Peace program to implement their own grassroots projects this coming summer: Yuxuan “Sean” Chen – Breaking Chains, Weaving Hopes, and Building Bridges: Drama Therapy for Peace (United States)Cecilia Costa da Luz – Creating Safe Spaces for Victims of Gang Violence in Brazil (Brazil)Huong Dang – Educating the Vietnamese Community to end Gender-Based Violence (Vietnam)William Eugene McKee – Borders and Binaries: Making Space for Irish Voices in the Brexit...

Centennial Celebration

Written by International House on March 11, 2024. Posted in Alumni News, Events, News.

Come home to I-House for a weekend to celebrate our history and launch our second century together! Saturday, September 14 to Sunday, September 15, 2024International House500 Riverside DriveNew York City Our Centennial Celebration Will Include: Brunch in Davis Hall on Saturday Opportunities to connect with fellow alumni and current residents with afternoon meet-ups in the Main Lounge Remarks and discussions from a range of invited guest speakers Saturday Salon Night in Davis Hall, featuring special performances from I-House alumni and current residents Dance party...

Henry A. Kissinger (1923-2023)

Written by International House on December 1, 2023. Posted in News.

Henry A. Kissinger, Honorary Trustee and past Board Chair of International House who died November 29, 2023, had a relationship with I-House that stretched back nearly five decades, including participation in numerous programs and events over the years where he engaged with residents on important and timely topics.

Statement on the Conflict in Israel and Gaza

Written by International House on October 14, 2023. Posted in News.

At I-House, we affirm that Israelis and Palestinians have the right to live in safety, dignity, and peace. We condemn Hamas and all acts of violence and terrorism against innocent people. We remain committed to I-House’s core values of respect, empathy, and moral courage. We believe that, even in the most difficult moments, we must look for opportunities to listen, cooperate, and find common ground.