MUNDO Autumn Semester Calendar 2025
Upcoming MUNDO Experiences
MUNDO in Motion: Latin Dance Wellness Night
Monday, November 24, 2025, 6:30-8:00 PM, North Rec. Room 210/220
Get ready to move, groove, and celebrate! Join MUNDO for a lively evening of Latin dance, culture, and community. Whether you're a seasoned dancer or just curious to try something new, this event is all about having fun, learning something fresh, and connecting with others.
✨ What to expect:
- A celebration of vibrant Latin culture
- Informal dance instruction—no experience needed!
Setting the Scene: Leadership in Context (MUNDO SoCal Experience) Registration Opens
Monday, December 1, 2025 Beginning at 12 noon
The MUNDO SoCal Experience 2026
An 7-Day Educational Road Trip to Greater Los Angeles
Take your learning beyond the classroom and into the heart of Southern California.
This immersive weeklong journey invites students—especially those in STEP, MUNDO, PASS, and BOLD—to explore how community action, the arts, and multicultural leadership intersect to create meaningful social change in one of the most diverse and creative cities in the world: Los Angeles.
🌟 What You’ll Experience
- 🏙️ Explore iconic neighborhoods and cultural landmarks
- 🎥 Go behind the scenes of the Hollywood film and arts industries
- 🗣️ Engage in real conversations with local leaders and changemakers
- 🤝 Participate in community service alongside SoCal residents and fellow Buckeyes
- 🪞 Reflect on your identity and leadership style in a new cultural context
💡 Why It Matters
This experience is designed to help you connect what you’re learning in the classroom with real-world challenges—through hands-on experiences that deepen your understanding of leadership, identity, and social impact.
💰 Funding & Discounts
- STEP Students: You can use your STEP fellowship to fully cover the cost of this experience.
- MUNDO, PASS, and BOLD Participants: Active involvement throughout the year makes you eligible for a significant discount on the participation fee.
Registration:
- Register now using the Setting the Scene: Leadership in Context application.
TEATRO presents: The Wicked for Good: Wicked Week Kickoff Screening and Discussion
Monday, December 1, 2025, 6:30-10:00 PM
Helpful Information:
- Meet at the Barbie Tootle Room (Ohio Union) at 6:30 PM
- Arrive at the Gateway Film Center (1550 N. High St., Columbus, OH 43201)
What if being “wicked” was actually a force for good?
Kick off Wicked Week with MUNDO as we dive into the themes of identity, perception, and doing good in complicated situations. We’ll start with a pre-show discussion in the Barbie Tootle Room, then head to the Gateway Film Center for a screening of the new musical sequel Wicked for Good.
🎟️ FREE movie tickets for the first 50 students who attend the 6:30 PM discussion in the Barbie Tootle Room (Ohio Union) after registering now using the TEATRO Presents MUNDO Registration form
🍿 A night of music, magic, and meaningful conversation
Whether you're a theater fan or just love a good story with a twist, this is your chance to see the world differently—and maybe even change it.
TEATRO presents: The Wiz Wicked Week Closing Experience
Saturday, December 6, 2025, 2PM Short North Stage (1187 N High St)
Helpful Information
- Meet at the Brutus Statue in the Ohio Union by 1 PM to walk or take COTA to the Short North Stage
- Cost: FREE for the first 30 people to register using the TEATRO Presents MUNDO Registration Form.
As Wicked Week ends, MUNDO invites you to shift your perspective—from the untold story of the Wicked Witch to a bold reimagining of Dorothy’s journey in The Wiz!
Join TEATRO, MUNDO’s visual and performing arts interest group, as we “ease on down the road” to the Short North Stage for an unforgettable performance that explores identity, belonging, and building community—both in new spaces and at home.✨ Why You Should Go:
- Experience a vibrant, soulful twist on a classic story
- Reflect on how our journeys shape who we are and how we connect with others
- Engage in meaningful conversations with fellow Buckeyes
- Enjoy a fun, cultural outing with transportation included!
Play On: The MUNDO Fall Induction Ceremony and NYC Final Pre-Departure Meeting
Monday, December 8, 2025, 6:30-8:30 PM, Curl Viewpoint, (80 W. Woodruff Ave)
Before MUNDO hits pause on this semester’s incredible journey of Nontraditional Discovery Opportunities, join us for a special evening to celebrate YOU—our new and returning members, and the amazing community that made it all possible.
✨ What to Expect:- Recognition of active MUNDO participants and supporters
- A look back at the highlights and accomplishments of the semester
- Time to relax, reflect, and reconnect with your MUNDO crew
- Light refreshments and good vibes all around!
Whether you’ve been to one event or all of them, this is your moment to shine. Don’t miss the chance to celebrate your journey and the community you’ve helped build!
Beyond SimCity NYC: Building Community IRL participants should plan to attend the final pre-departure meeting for the upcoming MUNDO educational road trip beginning at 7:45 PM.- This session will provide important last-minute details about the immersive travel experience.
Beyond SimCity NYC: Building Community IRL
Thursday, December 18, 2025- Monday, December 22, 2025
What if building a city in The Sims could help you understand how real communities work?
Get ready to take your MUNDO experience to the next level with a 3-day immersive road trip to New York City—where culture, community, and creativity collide!
🗺️ Explore diverse NYC neighborhoods and how they shape inclusive urban life
🧠 Dive into real conversations that promote intellectual diversity and critical thinking around identity and community development.
🤝 Connect with fellow Buckeyes through hands-on learning and reflection
🏙️ Discover what it takes to build welcoming spaces—in games and in real lifeWhy Go?
This isn’t just a trip—it’s a chance to:
- Learn wellness strategies that travel with you back to campus
- Reflect on what makes each person in a group unique and valuable
- Exchange ideas and perspectives that help you grow as a leader and changemaker
🎒 Whether you're into city life, social change, or just want to explore something new—NYC is calling.
Are you in? If so, register now using the Beyond SimCity NYC-Building Community IRL Experience Participant Application