Apply to be a Diversity Advocate in the Interculure and Diversity Center Deadline April 2nd

Posted by Tim on March 27, 2020 in Community Announcements, Networking, Volunteering, Volunteers Needed

Diversity Advocate Applications are already open!

Being a Diversity Advocate is a life-impacting 10-hour a week paid position where you develop multicultural, facilitation, and leadership experiences and skills. Come see us at SU 240 to learn more, and apply now! To apply, click on this link.Deadline to apply is Thursday, April 2nd, 2020

Success in Online Learning Webinar from UB Libraries April 2

Posted by Tim on March 27, 2020 in Community Announcements, Event, Workshops

Thursday, April 2, 2020

12:00pm – 1:00pm

This event is scheduled as an online webinar in ZOOM.

Topics that will be covered include:

• How online learning is different than traditional courses
• Library services that are available to remote learners
• Tips for being successful

The session is sponsored by the University at Buffalo Libraries with presenters Erin Rowley, Head, Science & Engineering Library Services, Engineering Librarian and Robin Sullivan, Teaching and Learning Strategist, Education Services of the.

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You are encouraged to test your system ahead of time:
http://bit.ly/zoom-room-test

Additional ZOOM support info is available:
https://support.zoom.us

Register on the UB Libraries website:

Chicago Summer Fellowship Application Now Open

Posted by Tim on March 27, 2020 in Academics, Fellowships, Research Information and Opportunities, Scholarship Opportunities, Summer Research

Diversity Zone Training Opportunities in the Intercultural Diversity Center

Posted by Tim on March 9, 2020 in Community Announcements, Event, Workshops

Appreciating Cultural Diversity 

March 9th, 2020 – 1:00-2:00 p.m.

LGBTQ+ Safe Zone 

March 10th, 2020 – 12:00-2:00 p.m.

Diversity Zone 

March 11th, 2020 – 9:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m.

These trainings are a fantastic opportunity to explore the

dynamics of prejudice and privilege and build our skills as

allies and leaders. We hope to see you there! You can find

more info on our UBLinked under All Events. 

Tough Topics: Puppy Mills March 11

Posted by Tim on March 9, 2020 in Community Announcements, Event, Workshops

Wednesday, March 11th

2:00-3:00 p.m.

240 Student Union

How can we look for new pets ethically? 

 Come discuss what puppy mills are and the ethnicality of 

animal adoption and purchasing practices. Eligible for SA Participation

Women’s History Month Dessert Hour March 9

Posted by Tim on March 9, 2020 in Community Announcements, Event, Networking, Stress Relief

Women’s History Month 

Dessert  Hour

Monday, March 9th

2:00-3:00 p.m.

240 Student Union

Join us to learn about the history of women,

 play bingo, and enjoy free desserts!

First Annual Student of Color Conference at UB – April 4, 2020

Posted by Tim on March 4, 2020 in Community Announcements, Event, Workshops

The Intercultural and Diversity Center presents the First Annual Student of Color (SOC) Conference! 

The SOC Conference will take place on Saturday, April 4th, 2020 from 8:30 am to 4:30pm in the Student Union.

This is a one day conference for all colleges in the greater Buffalo area. Students of color will come together to be educated, empowered and inspired. Our main goal is to equip students with a skillset that will help them navigate diverse institutions and moreover the world around them but tailor it to a persons of color perspective. Our secondary goal is to create a space for these students to foster relationships, both personal and professional, that can assist in their future endeavors be them collegiate, professional or otherwise

We have professional staff members from UB and surrounding universities like Buffalo State and Erie Community College presenting! Also, our Keynote speaker is Tamara Mcmillian!