International Education Week 2024

November 18- 22, 2024.

Monday, November 18, 2024

Open Skating

Guess how many international hockey team members we have? If you are new to skating, or a seasoned professional, come visit the Buff State Bengal’s hockey rink and meet with student staff. 10:00 am -11:20 am Sports Arena $5 admittance. Free to Buff State Students with valid ID! Skate rentals $3.

MOVIES ABOUT ART! (NOT Art Films!)

Movies make an impact worldwide. Films can express in a few hours what it would take thousands of miles to get acquainted with. What an unbelievable privilege, experiencing art, history, and culture from seemingly unreachable places, gaining vast perspective, all from your theatre seat! 6:00 pm-9:00 pm @ Upton Hall 230 (Screening Room) Free!

Tuesday, November 19, 2024

Study Away Interest Meeting

Did you know there are over 1,000 study abroad programs Buffalo State University Students can participate in? If you need an internship to graduate, we have international internships with AIFS in multiple countries! Build your Resume with worldwide experience. Study Abroad Scholarships are also available for Buffalo State University trips!!! Meet Dr. Maguire 11:00 am @ Twin Rise South Wing Room 430 Buffalo State. Free!

Immigration Art Q & A

Tune in to the Immigration Art Q & A for a live zoom presentation from 4:00 to 6:00pm. Free!

Link: Zoom Meeting

Meeting ID: 828 2226 9048 Passcode: 222794

Philharmonia Orchestra

Music makes The World go round. Spend a few hours together in harmony! Buffalo State students, music majors, faculty, area professional musicians, local music educators, and community enthusiasts who are committed to performing the symphonic repertoire at an elevated level. 7:30 pm-9:00 pm @ Performing Arts Center (Rockwell Hall). Free! with student ID card

Wednesday, November 20, 2024

Bengals vs. Penn State Behrends

Put on your Buff State gear and help cheer on the Women’s Basketball Team! Take part in an exciting and energetic match against Pennsylvania State’s elite program! 5:30 pm @ Buffalo State Sports Arena. Free! with student ID card

Buffalo State Wind Ensemble

A premier on-campus ensemble performing works in the traditional Wind Band repertoire, as well as contemporary works of various styles. 7:30 pm -9:00 pm @ Performing Arts Center (Rockwell Hall).

Thursday, November 21, 2024

Multicultural Fair

Meet some of our new international students from seven different countries presenting on dance, music, games, traditions and religions in their home country. Immerse yourself in different cultures during Bengal Pause or just stop by for a cup of tea! Butler Library Main Lobby 11:00 am-12:30 pm. Free!

Student Chamber Ensembles

Let the melodies of your fellow students inspire you! The Buffalo State Department of Music will highlight some talented student musicians performing music from a broad spectrum of styles. 7:30 pm-9:00 pm @ Louis P. Ciminelli Recital Hall (Rockwell Hall). Free! with student ID card

Friday, November 22, 2024

International Student Organization Game Night

Join ISO for board games, snacks and make new friendships. 7:00 pm-8:00 pm Location TBA Free!

Planetarium Program: Watery Worlds & The Search for Life

We may be from different countries, but we all look up and wonder...Participate in a startling and beautiful voyage through our solar system in the search for liquid water, a key ingredient for life on Earth! 7:00 pm-8:00 pm @ Science and Math Complex (Whitworth Ferguson Planetarium). Pre registration required, small cost for event.

Queen Laser Music Experience

Queen’s music as you never have before heard with a laser music experience, theatrical haze, and room-shaking music! 8:30 pm-9:30 pm @ Science and Math Complex (Whitworth Ferguson Planetarium). Pre registration required, small cost for event.

For more information contact Tricia Herritt

Thank you to International Education Week Sponsors: E. H. Butler Library, Equity and Diversity Office, and Maurene Callahan Bouras Center for Global Engagement.