Activities at the Maison Internationale
March 2025
Immerse yourself in a unique celebration where cultures from around the world meet in an explosion of joy, music and color!
Join us on Thursday, March 6th at 5pm, for an unforgettable evening of festivities and spellbinding music inspired by the world's most emblematic carnivals: Rio, Venice, New Orleans, Notting Hill and many more!
To take part, sign up here: https://shorturl.at/AqFYb
Why not let yourself be carried away by the magic of opera? The Barber of Seville, one of Rossini's masterpieces, is on show at the Opera of Lille, and it's the perfect opportunity to (re)discover this sparkling comedy, full of intrigue, love and mischief!
With its lively music and famous tunes, including the unmissable “Largo al factotum”, this show promises an unforgettable evening. Come and share the moment with us, and let yourself be charmed by Figaro and his dazzling tricks.
Places are limited: we'll contact you if you're among the first to register.
To take part, sign up here: https://shorturl.at/oLkAW
Get ready for a colorful evening of celebration and good cheer!
Holi, the festival of colors straight from India, is a time for sharing, dancing and laughter. On this occasion, we invite you to immerse yourself in a festive atmosphere of music, color and joy.
Expect:
- Color for an explosion of happiness
- A fiery mix for dancing the night away
- Delicious drinks and exotic treats
Join us for a magical evening where everyone's welcome, no matter where you're from, because Holi is all about unity and good cheer!
See you on Thursday, March 13th at 5 p.m.
To take part, sign up here: https://shorturl.at/vkizs
Are you about to finish your Master 1 or 2 and want to know what to do next ? Then this workshop is for you !
Whether you want to start your professional career or continue your studies as a doctoral student, our team is here to answer all your questions ! Explanations, presentation of the steps to follow, examples... everything you want to know !
Come and meet us at ‘L'Aéroport’, the brand-new Third Place in Building A on the Pont-de-Bois campus:
- Tuesday, March 18th at 4pm for a workshop in English
- Tuesday, March 18th at 5pm for a workshop in French
Register here: https://shorturl.at/oaKJN
Do you like challenges, thinking or simply sharing a playful moment with friends? Then join Wednesday, March 19th at 5pm us for an evening of fun and conviviality.
The program features a varied selection of games - strategy, cooperation, atmosphere... there's something for everyone! There's also a relaxation area with snacks and drinks to make the most of the evening.
To take part, sign up here: https://shorturl.at/xE4wh
The MASTER Arts students present "Far Far Away... But Way Too Close," a collective exhibition at La Maison Internationale (University of Lille) from March 20th to April 3rd.
Featuring over 50 artworks from Cinema, Musicology, Dance, Theatre, and Visual Arts students, the exhibition explores Neomedievalism—a modern reimagining of the Middle Ages. Through paintings, videos, music, and installations, it examines how medieval aesthetics shape contemporary creativity, from Game of Thrones to Thierry Mugler’s designs. The exhibition highlights how medieval themes remain relevant today, addressing power, identity, and social issues.
Free and open to all—step into this modern medieval journey!
To register to the vernissage of the exhibition on Thursday March 20th at 5pm: https://shorturl.at/e6AgH
In March, the Maison Internationale is offering a bracelet creation workshop. Let your creativity run wild and create your very own pearl bracelet! Choose your colors, assemble, thread and leave with a unique piece of jewelry, to give as a gift or keep as a souvenir.
Find us on Tuesday, March 25th at 4pm at the Maison Internationale, all materials provided - friendly atmosphere guaranteed!
A moment of relaxation and creation to share, whether you're a beginner or a beading expert.
Places are limited: we'll contatc you if you're among the first to register.
To take part, sign up here: https://shorturl.at/xE4wh
Lovers of discovery, get ready for an evening in the colors of Albania!
On Wednesday March 26th at 5pm, join us at the Maison Internationale for a total immersion in the warm and festive atmosphere of this country.
On the program:
- Traditional music and lively Balkan rhythms
- Tasting of Albanian specialities
- 100% Albanian atmosphere
Come dressed in red and black (or in Balkan-inspired attire) to match the theme!
We look forward to seeing you there for a memorable evening!
Register here: https://shorturl.at/cMZqd
Must-see events...
Welcome days
The welcome days take place twice a year, in September and January on the various campuses of the university.
During this period, the university offers a program rich in discoveries and conviviality.
Students who come individually and on an exchange program will be able to take advantage of these days to discover the university, the city of Lille, and French culture.
More info about the Welcome Days here! https://international.univ-lille.fr/en/maison-internationale/welcome-days/
International Student Week !
With 9,500 students coming from all over the world at the gates of Belgium, the Netherlands, Germany and the United Kingdom, the international openness of the University of Lille is much more than a specificity. This asset and this state of mind is what International Student Week celebrates and celebrates every year in November.
Information meetings, testimonials, conferences, café-languages, photo exhibitions, gastronomy ... For a week, let's take advantage of the many meetings, discuss and exchange together in a friendly atmosphere, get to know each other and discover the partner universities of the University of Lille. Students, staff, teachers, researchers, all mobilized for the occasion and to enthusiastically propagate the dynamism and intellectual influence of the University of Lille!
Student associations
The University of Lille is home to more than 125 nuggets: associations that cover multiple themes and that are anchored in many components and on all campuses.
Many associations with an international vocation exist and welcome members and volunteers each year.
Download the directory of student associations of the University of Lille