Trips & Activities
Explore Buffalo and Western New York with us! Trips are updated each semester so there's always something new to do.
ISS trips are open to all (international and U.S./domestic) students at UB.
Spring 2025 Trips
Downhill Skiing at Holiday Valley
- Saturday, February 8
- 8:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.
Trip Fee: $90.00 (includes round-trip transportation via motor coach bus, ski equipment rental, helmet rental, professional lesson, and lift ticket) (non-refundable)
Embrace the winter! Join us on our ISS downhill skiing trip! This trip is open to all UB students (from first-time skiers or experts on the slopes).
Maple Sugar Festival at Genesee Country Village and Museum
- Saturday, March 22
- 8:45 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Trip Fee: $18.00 (includes round-trip transportation, Museum and Maple Sugar Festival entrance fee) (non-refundable)
Enjoy an outdoor exploration of the history of maple sugaring in New York State! See how maple sugar is processed and the techniques and tools early settlers in Western New York used to collect sap and make maple sugar.
As part of the trip, we stop into the maple-themed buffet. Trip attendees will need to bring $11.00 with them to enjoy the buffet. The buffet is not included in the trip fee.
Zoar Valley River Rafting
- Saturday, April 12
- 8:15 a.m. - 5:30 p.m.
Trip Fee: $102.00 (includes round-trip transportation, rafting fee and equipment, life jacket, helmet, wetsuit (bibs and jacket), boots and mitts) (non-refundable)
Join us for a fun-filled adventure on this professionally-guided river rafting trip. Be prepared to paddle.
Spring 2025 Activities
Let's Fika!: Global Connections Cafe
- Tuesdays (see chart below)
- 11:00 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
| Date | Location |
|---|---|
| February 11 | 210 Student Union |
| March 11 | 235 Student Union |
| April 8 | 210 Student Union |
| May 6 | 210 Student Union |
Free treats and beverages are available (while supplies last).
Let's Fika!: Global Connections Cafe
The Global Connections Cafe welcomes international and domestic students from across the campus to meet and get to know each other!
"Fika" is a Swedish tradition of taking a break to relax and connect with others while also enjoying some tasty treats. The Global Connections Cafe is an excellent opportunity for international and internationally-minded students to meet, play games, relax, and enjoy a treat and beverage.
During each event, speakers will provide short presentations on a cultural topic, such as their home culture or the culture where they studied abroad.