International Education Week
Join us for a week of cultural displays and exhibitions, learning and exploration, food, fun, and celebration! The entire UB community is welcome to participate.
Submit your Fall 2023 IEW Event/Program now!
We are now accepting programs and events for International Education Week!
Please complete the Fall 2023 International Education Week Event Submission Form to add your program/event to the schedule.
International Education Week (IEW) at UB
IEW is celebrated at UB to expose members of the UB community to the diverse perspectives of other cultures and, hopefully, to increase community members’ cross-cultural awareness, curiosity and knowledge. Through performances, lectures, presentations, films, displays and exhibitions, UB's IEW presents the richness of other cultures and promotes the benefits of international education for our campus and greater community of Western New York.
Schedule of Events
UB's Fall 2023 International Education Week will take place November 13-17.
The Fall 2023 International Education Week Schedule will be posted later in the Fall 2023 semester. In the meantime, you can take a look at the events from last year's International Education Week.
2022 Schedule
Caribbean Student Association’s (CSA) Annual Culture Show
- A West Indian Carnival with models and dancers representing all the beautiful islands of the West Indies dressed in traditional carnival fashion! We encourage you to come dressed in your own Caribbean Labor Day best.
- Doors open at 5:15 PM
- Tickets go on sale November 04, 2022
When: 5:15 PM ET
Where: Student Union Theater
Re-imagining International Education In/Through the Global Pandemic
- Hosted by Jinting Wu
- Speakers: Noah Sobe; Jing Lin; Iveta Silova; Sameer Honwad; Sunha Kim
- Refreshments provided
When: 9:00 AM-12:00 PM ET
Where: 107 Capen Hall
International Fair
- Hosted by International Student Services and International Student Council
- Featuring International Student clubs, UB Study Abroad, U.S. Passport office, and UB Student Association’s International Council
- Join us for fun, learning and giveaways!
When: 11:00 AM- 1:30 PM ET
Where: Student Union Lobby
Global in the Middle of USA: Unsettling How We Understand Refugee Resettlement
- Hosted by Abigail Cooke
- Over 3 million refugees have been resettled in the United States since the refugee resettlement program formally began in the 1980s. As cities across the US have been made global by an ever-diversifying population, it is important to understand the resettlement space.
- This event will focus on the works of Dr. Emily Frazier and Dr. Odessa Gonzalez Benson that highlight ideas about integration and self-sufficiency, the role of the state, and the function of non-government funded organizations.
When: 1:00- 2:15 PM ET
Where: Virtual (Zoom)
International Student Services and Study Abroad Open House
- Meet the staff in ISS and Study Abroad and learn more about our programs and services.
- Please RSVP if you plan to attend.
When: 9:00- 11:00 AM ET
Where: 201 & 210 Talbert Hall
President’s Advisory Council on Race Virtual Town Hall
- Hosted by President Satish K. Tripathi and Provost A. Scott Weber
- Join us to learn about the progress we are making to advance diversity, equity, inclusion and justice at UB through the implementation of recommendations made by the President's Advisory Council on Race.
- Find more details on the UB Calendar of Events.
When: 1:00- 2:30 PM ET
Where: Virtual (Zoom)
Returning What We Stole: Native American Land-back
- Hosted by the Intercultural and Diversity Center, as part of their Tough Topics series.
- “Tough Topics events are an open forum where we tackle difficult and controversial ideas, assess what is being presented as factual, and question current narratives. This is an opportunity to connect with other students to discuss campus issues, trending news stories (local, national, and global), civil rights, and more!”
When: 2:00- 3:00 PM ET
Where: 240 Student Union
Global in the Middle of USA: Promoting Language Access among New Americans in Erie County: Community Actions, Policy Advocacy, and Legislative Initiatives
- Hosted by Yunju Nam
- Learn more about immigrant and refugee communities' needs and ways to organize within your own community!
- Prof. Nam will present research findings on community language resources on immigrants’ and refugees’ economic integration in Western New York.
- Chair of Erie County Legislature April Baskin will talk about her legislative efforts.
- Community leaders and policy advocates (e.g., Colleen Kristich at PPG) will share their experience about advocacy efforts.
When: 5:00- 7:00 PM ET
Where: 144 Center for the Arts
UB Distinguished Speakers Series: Marie Yovanovitch – Former U.S. Ambassador to Ukraine
- Hosted by UB Office of University Events
- Part of UB's Distinguished Speakers Series
- The former U.S. ambassador to Ukraine and best-selling author of the memoir “Lessons from the Edge” shares insights on the region and the current crisis as well as experiences from her 33-year career in the U.S. foreign service.
- Tickets are required for this event
When: 7:00 PM ET
Where: Mainstage Theatre Center for the Arts
Studying Abroad with Students from the School of Engineering and Applied Sciences (SEAS)
- Hosted by Eric Comins
- Speakers include Karen Joppe
- UB Study Abroad Coordinator
- UB Study Abroad Coordinator
- This event will feature a panel of SEAS students who have already studied abroad, looking to encourage other SEAS students to do the same. The event is open to all, regardless of academic department.
- Zoom details
- Meeting ID: 804 459 4558
- Passcode: UBC2020
When: 6:00- 7:15 PM ET
Where: Virtual (Zoom)
UB Immigration Services: What departments and faculty need to know, in order to sponsor international employees and visiting researchers
- Hosted by: Cinthya Koudounas
- UB Immigration Services - Immigration Law Specialist
- This session, aimed at academic departments, faculty and staff, will talk about who the Immigration Services office is, and what options are available for those looking to hire and/or sponsor international employees and visiting researchers here at UB.
- Please register to get the Zoom information.
When: 10:00 AM ET
Where: Virtual (Zoom)
Korean Speech Contest & Korean Culture Day
- Hosted by Hyein (Amber) Kim
- Those interested in competing should contact ubkoreanprogram@gmail.com for details.
- The “Finals” event on Thursday is open to all who wish to watch. Korean food, snacks and drinks will be provided.
- Come for culture, snacks, games, and prizes!
When: 11:00 AM- 1:00 PM ET
Where: Buffalo Room Capen Hall
GloBULL Navigation: Pursuing a Career Abroad
- Hosted by UB Career Design Center
- In this skill shop, you'll explore everything from how to identify locations abroad, to budgeting for the transition, to help make going abroad feel attainable.
- SPECIAL GUEST: Tim Zhang, Founder of Overseasy, as he introduces you to the idea of moving abroad, outside of the U.S.
When: 11:00 AM- 12:00 PM ET
Where: Virtual (Bullseye powered by Handshake)
Global Gallery: Photo Contest and Exhibition
Check out the Global Gallery: Photo Contest & Exhibition!
UB students who studied abroad (outside the US) have submitted photos and testimonials to share their meaningful study abroad experiences with you.
Check out the album on Study Abroad's Facebook!
Virtual attendees can now vote for their favorite photo. Voting will be open throughout IEW. Join us in-person for the presentation to announce the winners at the event described below.
- Hosted By UB Study Abroad
- This event will showcase the meaningful study abroad experiences of University at Buffalo students. UB Study Abroad Programs will have study abroad participants submit photos and testimonials illustrating their study abroad experiences and welcomes the UB Community at large to come to the Student Union Flag Room to see the photographs taken all over the world by our students. There will be a presentation to announce the winners and refreshments will be provided.
- We hope you will come to see our world through our students' global lens and vote for your favorite photo for the People’s Choice Award!
- U.S. Passport office will also be present for questions anyone may have about obtaining a U.S. passport and/or travel outside of the U.S. as a U.S. citizen.
When: 12:00- 2:00 PM ET
Where: Flag Room Student Union (2nd floor)
Russia and Eastern Europe: What You May Not Know
- Hosted by Katya Chelpanova
- Dine and discover Russian and Eastern European language and culture through baked goods; firsthand experiences; and open conversation.
- This event will allow attendees to feel at home if they have a connection to the areas or create a new bond for those who do not.
When: 5:00- 7:00 PM ET
Where: 235 Student Union
French Movie Night: “Intouchables”
- Hosted by the Department of Romance Languages and Literatures
- Based on a true story, “Intouchables” follows the journey of an aristocrat who becomes a quadriplegic after a paragliding accident, and hires a young man from the projects to be his caregiver.
- The movie is presented in French, with English subtitles.
- Snacks and drinks provided!
When: 5:00 PM ET
Where: 904 Clemens Hall
Virtual Info Session: 2023 Equatorial Guinea Summer Program
- Hosted by SUNY Geneseo
- This is a faculty-led, research experience, immersion learning study abroad course in Malabo, the capital of Equatorial Guinea.
- Students will learn the ethnic composition of Equatorial Guinea, the global political history of official and vernacular languages, as well as the current governmental language policy. Students will learn and apply sociolinguistic methods to design and conduct their own sociolinguistic research project.
- Cultural visits will include the National Library, La Casa Verde, the National Park, the Mountain Basilé and cultural centers (Equatoguinean cultural center and French cultural center). One Saturday or Sunday we will go to the beaches of Arenas Blancas and/or Sipopo. One week-end field trip will take us to contemplate the large cascades in Moka, the town of Ureka, and the beaches of Moraka, where the large sea turtles lay their eggs after crossing the Atlantic Ocean.
When: 6:00- 7:00 PM ET
Where: Virtual (Zoom)
UB International Student Services Information Sessions
Session A: Optional Practical Training (OPT)
- Hosted by International Student Services
- Intended to educate international students on their F-1 visa about Post-Completion OPT.
When: 12:30- 2:00 PM ET
Where: Virtual (Zoom)
Session B: Post-OPT Employment: H-1B and Other Visa Options
- Hosted by International Student Services
- Intended to give international students on an F-1 visa more information about the options they have after OPT.
When: 3:00- 4:00 PM ET
Where: Virtual (Zoom)
Buffalo State
SUNY Buffalo State is offering a wide array of events during IEW that UB students may be eligible to take part in. For more information and a schedule of events, please review their website.
Virtual Info Session: 2023 Kenya Ecology & Conservation Summer Program
Join an online interactive information session on November 15th. You will learn more about the beautiful country of Kenya and the study abroad experiences that could await you on its doorstep!
See flyer below for details.
When: November 15th 12:30 PM
Where: Virtual
ROC Your Global Future
ROC Your Global Future is co-hosted by six Rochester-area institutions and is designed to provide students with opportunities and resources to connect, reflect, network, and explore international opportunities. There are many events happening all week, with a highlight event featuring well-known Travel & Language Content Creator, Polyglot, Writer, and TV Host, Jo Franco
