Campus Communications

Immigration-Related Guidance and Resources

Sample Volunteer Letter for F-1 OPT Volunteer Appointments

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Guidance for UB International Students Regarding Encounters with Federal Immigration Agents

Guidance for UB Faculty and Staff Regarding Encounters with Federal Immigration Agents

International Student Services FAQs

Inclusive Excellence Resources

NAFSA Policy Updates

Official communications from the Office of the Vice Provost for International Education.

September 1, 2026: New Review Process to Flag Security Risks in International Meetings

July 21, 2026: Maintaining Compliance for F-1 OPT Volunteer Appointments

Volunteer Letter Template—Optional Practical Training (OPT)

March 20, 2026: Important Information for Your Post-Graduation Immigration Status

March 19, 2026: A Message of Support for Our International Students

March 4, 2026: A Message for Those Affected by Current Events in the Middle East

February 20, 2026: Guidance for Encounters with ICE & CBP Message Sent to All Enrolled Non-Immigrant Students

Message Sent to All Enrolled Non-Immigrant Students

February 17, 2026: Collaborative Degree Programs with International Partners

February 11, 2026: Guidance for UB Faculty and Staff Regarding Encounters with Federal Immigration Agents

Guidance for Faculty and Staff on Encounters with Federal Immigration Agents

February 6, 2026: Message of Support for Iranian Students

October 2, 2025: Travel Guidance for H-1B Employees

August 14, 2025: CAPES Partnership for Research Collaboration with Visiting Faculty from Brazil

May 30, 2025: Supporting UB's Chinese Students

April 25, 2025: Updates on Recent Immigration Actions

April 2025: Message of Support for International Students

April 8, 2025: Update on Immigration Issues and Resources

March 27, 2025: Reminders about lead time requirements for immigration processing and planning for international travel