Workshops, Trips, & Events

Workshops for Students

Download complete Fall 2009 schedule

  • November 7, 2009

    AAA Driver Improvement Course

    AAA's six-hour defensive driving course will enable you to receive a 10% discount on your car insurance, reduce the number of points on your driving record (if you have any violations), refresh your driving skills and learn techniques for collision prevention. Advance Registration is required. Please register at www.nyaaa.com/auto/driverprograms/schedule/buffalo. Course Fee: $27.

    Web site: http://www.buffalo.edu/calendar/calendar?action=describe&which=1247668487

  • November 12, 2009

    F-1 Employment Authorization: Curricular & Optional Practical Training

    Learn the differences between Curricular Practical Training (CPT) and Optional Practical Training (OPT), and how to apply for these F-1 employment authorization benefits. Discuss the 17-month OPT extension rule, travel restrictions and other concerns.

    Web site: http://www.buffalo.edu/calendar/calendar?action=describe&which=1247663702

  • November 18, 2009

    Holidays Around the World: China

    Over 100 countries are represented at UB. Have you ever wondered about the cultural, historical, political and religious holidays celebrated in other countries? Come listen to Chinese students present the origin, significance and customs surrounding major holidays celebrated in their country.

    Web site: http://www.buffalo.edu/calendar/calendar?action=describe&which=1247667839

  • November 30, 2009

    H-1B Visas: An Information Session

    Are you a student who would like to know about work options after OPT? Are you a visiting scholar who is wondering about the next step? Come learn what an H-1B visa is, who is eligible for it, what the steps are for obtaining an H-1 B visa and so on.

    Web site: http://www.buffalo.edu/calendar/calendar?action=describe&which=1247663323

  • December 4, 2009

    F-1 Employment Authorization: Curricular & Optional Practical Training

    Learn the differences between Curricular Practical Training (CPT) and Optional Practical Training (OPT), and how to apply for these F-1 employment authorization benefits. Discuss the 17-month OPT extension rule, travel restrictions and other concerns.

    Web site: http://www.buffalo.edu/calendar/calendar?action=describe&which=1247663775

Workshops for International Employees

Download complete Fall 2009 schedule

  • November 7, 2009

    AAA Driver Improvement Course

    AAA's six-hour defensive driving course will enable you to receive a 10% discount on your car insurance, reduce the number of points on your driving record (if you have any violations), refresh your driving skills and learn techniques for collision prevention. Advance Registration is required. Please register at www.nyaaa.com/auto/driverprograms/schedule/buffalo. Course Fee: $27.

    Web site: http://www.buffalo.edu/calendar/calendar?action=describe&which=1247668487

  • November 11, 2009

    Pathways to Permanent Residency through Labor Certification

    Come find out the ins-and-outs of Labor Certification. This session will discuss the stages, costs, processing times, prevailing wage determinations, advertising and recruitment requirements, travel outside the U.S. while your case is pending and more.

    Web site: http://www.buffalo.edu/calendar/calendar?action=describe&which=1247669889

  • November 18, 2009

    Holidays Around the World: China

    Over 100 countries are represented at UB. Have you ever wondered about the cultural, historical, political and religious holidays celebrated in other countries? Come listen to Chinese students present the origin, significance and customs surrounding major holidays celebrated in their country.

    Web site: http://www.buffalo.edu/calendar/calendar?action=describe&which=1247667839

  • November 18, 2009

    Applying for a 'Green Card': Outstanding Professor / Researcher Petitions, Adjustment of Status & Consular Processing

    Are you thinking of applying for a "green card" through the Outstanding Professor/Researcher category? This session will discuss the stages of applying: 1) the employer's Outstanding Professor/Researcher petition, and 2) the employee's Adjustment of Status application or immigrant visa application to a U.S. Consulate abroad. It will also explore costs, supporting evidence, processing times, work authorization in the U.S. and authorization to travel outside the U.S. while the case is pending.

    Web site: http://www.buffalo.edu/calendar/calendar?action=describe&which=1247670152

  • November 20, 2009

    Understanding International Classroom Cultures: India

    International students bring to UB expectations of academic culture that differ greatly from that in the U.S. Come hear students from India discuss their prior educational experiences, and differences between classroom culture in their country and the U.S. Learn useful techniques to bridge the gap between your teaching style and the students' expectations.

    Web site: http://www.buffalo.edu/calendar/calendar?action=describe&which=1247674472

  • November 30, 2009

    H-1B Visas: An Information Session

    Are you a student who would like to know about work options after OPT? Are you a visiting scholar who is wondering about the next step? Come learn what an H-1B visa is, who is eligible for it, what the steps are for obtaining an H-1 B visa and so on.

    Web site: http://www.buffalo.edu/calendar/calendar?action=describe&which=1247663323

Workshops for UB Departments

Download complete Fall 2009 schedule

  • November 7, 2009

    AAA Driver Improvement Course

    AAA's six-hour defensive driving course will enable you to receive a 10% discount on your car insurance, reduce the number of points on your driving record (if you have any violations), refresh your driving skills and learn techniques for collision prevention. Advance Registration is required. Please register at www.nyaaa.com/auto/driverprograms/schedule/buffalo. Course Fee: $27.

    Web site: http://www.buffalo.edu/calendar/calendar?action=describe&which=1247668487

  • November 10, 2009

    Responding to the Needs of International Students: Tips for Staff Members

    How can UB staff better respond to international students' needs? This workshop presents strategies used by international students, explains the reasons why students employ various strategies, and suggests best practices for effective communication and understanding. Learn practical do's and don't's, and much more!

    Web site: http://www.buffalo.edu/calendar/calendar?action=describe&which=1247673462

  • November 11, 2009

    Pathways to Permanent Residency through Labor Certification

    Come find out the ins-and-outs of Labor Certification. This session will discuss the stages, costs, processing times, prevailing wage determinations, advertising and recruitment requirements, travel outside the U.S. while your case is pending and more.

    Web site: http://www.buffalo.edu/calendar/calendar?action=describe&which=1247669889

  • November 18, 2009

    Holidays Around the World: China

    Over 100 countries are represented at UB. Have you ever wondered about the cultural, historical, political and religious holidays celebrated in other countries? Come listen to Chinese students present the origin, significance and customs surrounding major holidays celebrated in their country.

    Web site: http://www.buffalo.edu/calendar/calendar?action=describe&which=1247667839

  • November 18, 2009

    Applying for a 'Green Card': Outstanding Professor / Researcher Petitions, Adjustment of Status & Consular Processing

    Are you thinking of applying for a "green card" through the Outstanding Professor/Researcher category? This session will discuss the stages of applying: 1) the employer's Outstanding Professor/Researcher petition, and 2) the employee's Adjustment of Status application or immigrant visa application to a U.S. Consulate abroad. It will also explore costs, supporting evidence, processing times, work authorization in the U.S. and authorization to travel outside the U.S. while the case is pending.

    Web site: http://www.buffalo.edu/calendar/calendar?action=describe&which=1247670152

  • November 20, 2009

    Understanding International Classroom Cultures: India

    International students bring to UB expectations of academic culture that differ greatly from that in the U.S. Come hear students from India discuss their prior educational experiences, and differences between classroom culture in their country and the U.S. Learn useful techniques to bridge the gap between your teaching style and the students' expectations.

    Web site: http://www.buffalo.edu/calendar/calendar?action=describe&which=1247674472

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