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International House houses around 270 students, with over half the student body comprising international students. It consists of 7 different buildings, the majority of which are named after prominent figures in International House history. It offers both individual and apartment style accommodation for students.
Each year, International House hosts a fundraiser, Cafe International, which is the major student activity. Other activities include National Nights, where the culture of a country is celebrated; the IH Play; and various intercollegiate sports.
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