International Student Welcome
Learn more about UB's welcome for F-1 and J-1 international students.
See the Schedule in UBLinked
In addition to any orientation program provided by your academic department, graduate international students will participate in International Student Welcome in-person activities.
Graduate International Student Welcome provides programs and activities specifically for international students to welcome you to UB, and help you get settled before the start of your first semester here.
To access the schedule, join the Fall 2024 International Student Welcome group in UBLinked.
- Log into UBLinked using your UBIT name and password.
- In the Search Box type: Fall 2024 International Student Welcome
- Under Organizations, click on “Fall 2024 International Student Welcome”.
- Click on “JOIN”.
- Refresh the main page.
- On the main page, click on “VIEW MORE EVENTS” to see the full International Student Welcome Schedule.
- This feature is not available when viewing the group webpage on your phone. You will need to use a computer to view all events.
- We recommend that you RSVP to all of the International Student Welcome programs, events and opportunities that you will attend.
Your Event Pass is recommended when attending our events.
- In the top right corner of the UBLinked webpage, click the circle with your initials or your picture.
- Click on the blue QR code.
- Save a picture of your Event Pass QR code or add it to the wallet on your phone/mobile device for easier access.
Use the Event Pass to sign in during International Student Welcome and at other events while you are at UB.
Download the CORQ app to view International Student Welcome events on your mobile device(s). You must first join the International Student Welcome events.
- Open the app store on your phone/mobile device.
- Search for "CORQ" and add the app to your device.
- After opening the app, click on “Sign In to your Campus” and sign in using your UBIT name and password.
- If you are prompted to select a campus, choose, "UBLinked"
- On the Events page:
- Click on “My” to see the events to which you have RSVP’d.
- Click on “Campus” to see a list of all events happening on UB campus.
- To access your Event Pass in the CORQ app:
- Click on the orange angle bracket on the top of the screen.
- Click on “Event Pass”.
You must first join the International Student Welcome group in UBLinked before you can see the International Student Welcome events in the app.
Schedule Overview
Pre-Arrival Live Events: May-August
Did you miss a pre-arrival live event? Do you know which ones are coming soon? Be sure to check out our event recordings! These are part of your International Student Welcome to help you get started at UB.
ISW Welcome: August 19-22
Monday, August 19
| Event | Time | Location | Registration |
|---|---|---|---|
| Connecting with International Peers: Ice Breakers, Community Building, and Cultural Differences (Morning Session) | 9:00 am – 12:00 pm | Natural Sciences Complex 225 | Coming Soon! |
| Connecting with International Peers: Ice Breakers, Community Building, and Cultural Differences (Afternoon Session) | 2:00 pm – 5:00 pm | Natural Sciences Complex 225 | Coming Soon! |
Tuesday, August 20
| Event | Time | Location | Registration |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vendor Fair | 9:00 am – 12:00 pm | Center for the Arts (CFA) Atrium | Coming Soon! |
| Campus Tours | 9:00 am – 12:00 pm | CFA Atrium | Coming Soon! |
| Welcome Packet Pick-up | 9:00 am – 12:00 pm | CFA Atrium | Coming Soon! |
| International Student Welcome Group Photo | 1:30 pm– 3:00 pm | Student Union Field | Coming Soon! |
| ISS Welcome Ceremony | 3:30 pm – 4:30 pm | Main Stage Theater, CFA | Coming Soon! |
| Welcome Party | 4:30 pm – 7:00 pm | Baird Point | Coming Soon! |
Need Directions?
UB's Campus Map will help you find your way around North Campus.
Wednesday, August 21
| Event | Time | Location | Registration |
|---|---|---|---|
| Buffalo Boat Cruise (3 sessions) | See below | Buffalo Harbor | Coming Soon! |
| Buffalo Catamaran Cruise (3 sessions) | See below | Buffalo Harbor | Coming Soon! |
Buffalo Boat Cruises:
- 10:00 am – 12:00 pm
- 12:30 pm – 2:30 pm
- 3:00 pm – 5:00 pm
Buffalo Catamaran Cruises:
- 10:00 am – 12:00 pm
- 12:00 pm – 2:00 pm
- 2:00pm – 4:00 pm
Thursday, August 22
| Event | Time | Location | Registration |
|---|---|---|---|
| Buffalo Boat Cruise (3 sessions) | See below | Buffalo Harbor | Coming Soon! |
| Buffalo Catamaran Cruise (3 sessions) | See below | Buffalo Harbor | Coming Soon! |
| Buffalo River History Tour | 12:30 pm – 2:30 pm | Canalside, Buffalo | Coming Soon! |
Buffalo Boat Cruises:
- 10:00 am – 12:00 pm
- 12:30 pm – 2:30 pm
- 3:00 pm – 5:00 pm
Buffalo Catamaran Cruises:
- 10:00 am – 12:00 pm
- 12:00 pm – 2:00 pm
- 2:00pm – 4:00 pm
Welcome Series
The Welcome Series sessions and activities are informative, useful, and important as you continue your transition to UB throughout your first semester on campus.
Welcome Series programs and activities will be shared leading up to and throughout the semester.
International Orientation Fee
The International Orientation Fee is a one-time charge for international students new to the UB campus that covers the International Student Welcome programming. The International Orientation Fee for F-1 graduate students, J-1 students, and SIM students is $125.00.
The fee will appear on your UB bill during the second or third billing cycle. The fee is charged to all new students, and is not charged based on your choice of participation in any or all of the ISW programs, events, information sessions, etc., or receipt of any welcome items.