Programs & Scholar Services

Monday, November 16 2026

12:00-1:00  Panel on Supporting Neurodiverse Students in Study Abroad

• Explore practical ways to make study-abroad experiences more accessible, welcoming, and empowering for neurodiverse students.

12:00- 1:00 Global Online learning workshop: Costa Rica: Culture, Sustainability & Eco-Tourism Online Program Join the Zoom Meeting Meeting ID: 839 1014 0943 Passcode: 053931

 2:00-3:00   Global Games and International Tea Butler Library

• Play games from around the world, Mancala and Dudo/Liar's Dice, while sampling international teas and connecting with fellow students.

Lunch Cultural Dish of the Day Bengal Kitchen: Trinidad Style Jerk Turkey Turn up the flavor with Trinidad-style jerk turkey and crispy plantain tostones—a Caribbean-inspired plate honoring jerk’s Jamaican roots and the creativity of island cooking.

Tuesday, November 17 2026

12:00- 1:00 Global Online learning workshop: Join the Zoom Meeting Meeting ID: 839 1014 0943 Passcode: 053931

12:15-1:30pm  QPR (Question, Persuade, and Refer) Training for study away trip leaders in Cleveland 418.  Please rsvp with Stephanie in Global Engagement.

2:00-4:00 Resume Workshop- Add your global experience to your cv  Cleveland Hall Room 306

• Turn your international experiences into resume-ready strengths and learn how to showcase your global skills to employers.

5:00-5:00 National Student Exchange Interest session in Puerto Rico Register

Lunch Cultural Dish of the Day Bengal Kitchen: Butter Chicken. Make your lunch break a comfort-food discovery: butter chicken and fragrant basmati rice celebrate a beloved dish shaped by the connected culinary histories of Peshawar and Delhi.

Wednesday, November 18 2026

12:00- 1:00 Global Online learning workshop: Rome, Italy: History, Arts & Culture Join the Zoom Meeting Meeting ID: 839 1014 0943 Passcode: 053931

4:00-5:00 National Student Exchange Interest session in Canada  Register

7:00- 10:00 Badminton Houston Gym Grab a racket, bring your energy, and enjoy a lively evening of friendly badminton matches.

6:00-9:00 The Home Within: Lanterns of Hope Burchfield Penney Art Center Sponsored by International Institute.

  *Join the Buffalo community to reflect on the power of finding and creating light in uncertain times as immigrant communities navigate increasingly difficult circumstances, sponsored by the International Institute. Open to the entire Buffalo community

Lunch Cultural Dish of the Day Bengal Kitchen: Adobo Pork Loin Savor Bring big flavor to your study break with adobo pork, Mexican red rice, and elote—a Mexican-inspired plate celebrating the street-food tradition that makes corn a star.

Thursday, November 19 2026

12:00- 1:00 Global Online learning workshop: Madrid, Spain: History, Culture & Royal Heritage  Join the Zoom Meeting Meeting ID: 839 1014 0943
Passcode: 053931

• Connect across borders through interactive workshops designed to expand your global perspective and digital learning skills.

4:00 Desi Night- Celebration by International Student Organization Campbell Student Union SORC (ground floor)

* Celebrate South Asian culture with the International Student Organization during an exciting gathering filled with community, food, and Desi spirit.

Lunch Cultural Dish of the Day Bengal Kitchen: Red Chili Miso Meatballs & Kung Pao Tofu Two culinary traditions, one flavor-packed lunch: discover Japanese miso and Sichuan-inspired kung pao in a creative menu that celebrates each tradition’s distinct flavors.

Friday, November 20 2026

 12:00- 1:00 Global Online learning workshop: Global 360: Internationalizing Curriculum & Expanding Global Learning Join the Zoom Meeting 

Meeting ID: 839 1014 0943
Passcode: 053931

11:00-1:00  Study Away Student Union Lobby Discover opportunities to take your education beyond campus and learn how studying away can broaden your world.

7:00- 9:00 Buffalo State's Men Hockey Ice Arena. Feel the chill and bring the heat as you cheer on Buffalo State men's hockey during an action-packed night on the ice featuring many international students as players.  Cocoa will be provided.

Lunch Cultural Dish of the Day Bengal Kitchen: Pollo Encebollado End the week around a shared table: pollo encebollado—chicken with onions—joins Caribbean coconut pigeon pea stew and colorful vegetables for a comforting, flavor-filled Friday.

Scholars that seek to do research at Buffalo State University must be supported by an academic department.  Once you have approval and a mentor  has been assigned, contact our office for the application packet.  A check list will be provided in order to issue the DS 2019 to study here in the US.