University at Buffalo (UB)
International Student Welcome
Learn more about UB's welcome for F-1 and J-1 international students.
Register for Events on UBLinked
Alongside your academic department's orientation, graduate international students will participate in International Student Welcome in-person activities.
This special program is tailored just for you, offering activities to welcome you to UB, and help you get settled before the start of your first semester here.
To access the schedule, join the Fall International Student Welcome group in UBLinked.
- Log into UBLinked using your UBIT name and password.
- In the Search Box type: Fall International Student Welcome
- Under Organizations, click on “Fall International Student Welcome”.
- Click on “JOIN”.
- Refresh the main page.
- On the main page, click on “VIEW MORE EVENTS” to see the full International Student Welcome Schedule.
- This feature is not available when viewing the group webpage on your phone. You will need to use a computer to view all events.
- We recommend that you RSVP to all of the International Student Welcome programs, events and opportunities that you will attend.
Schedule Overview
Pre-Arrival Live Events: May-August
Did you miss a live event before arriving? Wondering what's next? Don't worry, catch up with our event recordings! They're part of your International Student Welcome to help you start at UB.
Welcome Packet Pick-Up
| Date | Time | Location | RSVP |
|---|---|---|---|
| Friday, August 16 | 9:00 am – 12:00 pm | Talbert Hall 107 | August 16 RSVP |
| Monday, August 19 | 9:00 am – 3:00 pm | Capen Hall 240 | August 19 RSVP |
| Tuesday, August 20 | 9:00 am – 12:00 pm | CFA Atrium (Vendor Fair) | August 20 RSVP |
| Friday, August 23 | 9:00 am – 12:00 pm | Outside Talbert Hall 210 | August 23 RSVP |
| Monday, August 26 | 9:00 am – 12:00 pm | Outside Talbert Hall 210 | August 26 RSVP |
International Student Welcome: August 19-22
Monday, August 19
| Event | Time | Location | RSVP |
|---|---|---|---|
Connecting with International Peers: Ice Breakers, Community Building, and Cultural Differences
| 9:00 am – 12:00 pm | Natural Sciences Complex 225 | Morning RSVP |
Connecting with International Peers: Ice Breakers, Community Building, and Cultural Differences
| 2:00 pm – 5:00 pm | Natural Sciences Complex 225 | Afternoon RSVP |
Tuesday, August 20
| Event | Time | Location | RSVP |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vendor & Resource Fair | 9:00 am – 12:00 pm | Center for the Arts (CFA) Atrium | Fair RSVP |
| UB North Campus Tours | 9:00 am – 12:00 pm | CFA Atrium | Tour RSVP |
| Welcome Packet Pick-up | 9:00 am – 12:00 pm | CFA Atrium | Pick-up RSVP |
| International Student Welcome Group Photo | 1:30 pm– 2:30 pm | Student Union Field | Photo RSVP |
| International Student Welcome Ceremony | 3:00 pm – 4:30 pm | Main Stage Theater, CFA | Ceremony RSVP |
| Welcome Party | 4:30 pm – 7:00 pm | Baird Point | Party RSVP |
Need Directions?
UB's Campus Map will help you find your way around North Campus.
Wednesday, August 21
| Event | Time | Location | Registration |
|---|---|---|---|
| J-1 Exchange Students and SIM Students Lunch | 12:00 pm – 1:30 pm | Contact your Program Advisor for location | No RSVP Required |
| Community Connections for Graduate Students | See below for options | Buffalo Harbor | Opens August 5th |
Community Connections for Graduate Students
Buffalo Boat Cruises:
- 10:00 am – 12:00 pm
- 12:30 pm – 2:30 pm
- 3:00 pm – 5:00 pm
Buffalo Catamaran Cruises:
- 10:00 am – 12:00 pm
- 12:00 pm – 2:00 pm
- 2:00pm – 4:00 pm
Thursday, August 22
| Event | Time | Location | Registration |
|---|---|---|---|
| Community Connections for Graduate Students | See below for options | Buffalo Harbor | Opens August 5th |
Community Connections for Graduate Students
Buffalo Boat Cruises:
- 10:00 am – 12:00 pm
- 12:30 pm – 2:30 pm
- 3:00 pm – 5:00 pm
Buffalo Catamaran Cruises:
- 10:00 am – 12:00 pm
- 12:00 pm – 2:00 pm
- 2:00 pm – 4:00 pm
Buffalo River History Boat Tour:
- 12:30 pm - 2:30 pm (Canalside, Buffalo)
About Our Welcome Series
The Welcome Series sessions and activities are informative, useful, and important as you continue your transition to UB throughout your first semester on campus.
Welcome Series programs and activities will be shared leading up to and throughout the semester.
International Student Welcome Fee
The International Student Welcome Fee (listed as “International Student ISS Fall Orientation – Full Program” on your student account) is a one-time charge for international students new to the UB campus that covers International Student Welcome programming. The International Orientation Fee for F-1 graduate students, J-1 students, and SIM students is $125.00.
The fee will appear on your student account during the second or third billing cycle. The fee is charged to all new students and is not charged based on your choice of participation in any or all of the ISW programs, events, information sessions, etc., or receipt of any welcome items.