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Dear Members of the UB Community,
A joint initiative of the U.S. Departments of State and Education, International Education Week will be celebrated worldwide on November 16-20, 2009. In recognition of this special occasion, a series of events of both a celebratory and educational nature will take place at UB. Please see the list of events below.
These events have been organized by UB academic departments, international student clubs, International Student & Scholar Services, Study Abroad Programs, the English Language Institute, Alumni Relations and Career Services. We received generous support from AT&T, Bank of America, Haylor, Freyer & Coon, Inc., HSBC Bank, M&T Bank, and UB’s Asian Studies Program, English Language Institute and Office of International Education.
We are truly grateful to our presenters, our sponsors and everyone who has organized an event for International Education Week 2009.
We look forward to seeing you at International Education Week!
Ellen Dussourd
International Student & Scholar Services
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Keynote Event
“What Next for Afghanistan?”
Paula Newberg, Director, Institute for the Study of Diplomacy, Georgetown University
Wednesday, November 18
7:00 p.m.
O’Brian Hall 106, North Campus
Culture in Motion Film Series
“Afghan Star” (2009, Afghanistan/UK)
Sundance Film Festival Winner: Best World Cinema Documentary Directing and Audience Awards 2009
Monday, November 16
7:00 p.m.
Student Union Theater, North Campus
Popular culture has returned to war-torn Afghanistan as young people compete in Afghanistan’s first pop-idol TV contest. Four finalists risk their lives to become the nation’s top music star.
“Son of a Lion” (2007, Australia/Pakistan)
Tuesday, November 17
5:30 p.m.
Student Union Theater, North Campus
A father who manufactures and sells weapons in Pakistan’s North West Frontier Province is in conflict with his eleven-year-old son who dreams of going to school. A village tragedy leads to an unexpected outcome.
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Presentations
“History Without Borders: Remembered Pasts in South Asia”
Prof. Ramya Sreenivasan, Department of History, UB
Monday, November 16
2:00-3:00
Student Union 210, North Campus
This talk focuses on the role of memory and forgetting in the forging of new communities in eastern South Asia -- the region that was undivided Bengal in the nineteenth century, and is currently divided as West Bengal (in India) and the independent nation-state of Bangladesh. A focus on the changing colonial status of Saiyid Alaol, a Sufi poet from the seventeenth century, also allows us to explore how and why some aspects of the past are remembered and commemorated, and others rapidly forgotten, in the context of contemporary socio-political alignments.
“Public Health Without Borders: Health Care in Brazil”
Prof. Mary Matteliano, School of Public Health & Health Professions; Rachel Acquard, Virginia Best, Catherine Hranek, Vanessa Gomez and Natalie Ramshai, UB Students
Tuesday, November 17
3:30-4:30
Diefendorf Hall 148, South Campus
Several UB students attended a study abroad program in Brazil during the summer of 2009. They visited many clinics, universities and hospitals in the state of Minas Gerais, Brazil. Their presentation will include discussions about health care delivery in Brazil, prominent public health concerns and cultural variations in the distribution of heath care. Several health care issues encountered in their travels include homeless children and mental illness, diabetes, Hansen’s disease and women’s health issues.
“Holidays Around the World: China”
Chinese Students at UB
Wednesday, November 18
12:00-1:00
Capen Hall 31, North Campus
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.
“Jakarta: A Metropolis in the Exotic Archipelago of Indonesia”
PERMIAS (Indonesian Student Association)
Wednesday, November 18
1:00-2:00
Student Union 145A, North Campus
This informative presentation about Indonesia’s capital city, Jakarta, will briefly cover the history, development, cultural aspects, places of interest and, of course, the food!
“Social Work Without Borders: Investigating Gender Violence in Pakistan”
Prof. Filomena Critelli & Bina Ahmed, School of Social Work, UB
Wednesday, November 18
2:00-3:00
Student Union 145A, North Campus
Gender violence is a major human rights violation and public health issue around the world. This presentation explores the experiences of a professor and student as they conducted research together on gender violence at DASTAK women’s shelter and AGHS Legal Aid Program in Lahore Pakistan. The committed efforts of women’s activists in Pakistan to address violence against women are also presented.
“Work Abroad 101”
Karen Nemeth, Career Services
Wednesday, November 18
3:00-4:00
Capen Hall 259, North Campus
This workshop will cover the basic questions and issues involved in making the decision to look for work overseas. Types of opportunities from low risk to high risk, and factors such as insurance and visas will be addressed.
“Understanding International Classroom Cultures: India”
Indian Students at UB
Friday, November 20
11:00-1:00
Clemens Hall 120, North Campus
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, differences between Indian and American English, and differences in homework, testing, grading and faculty-student relationships in India and the U.S.
“Geography and Internationalization”
Dr. Kavita Pandit: Associate Provost of International Education for the University of Georgia
Sponsored by the Department of Geography
Friday, November 20
1:00-3:00
Clemens Hall 120, North Campus
American universities are facing a growing imperative to internationalize in order to prepare students to live and work in a globalized world, to enhance scholarship and discovery, and to foster economic links between their communities and the rest of the world.
“Employment in the U.S.: Tips from UB International Alumni”
UB International Alumni
Friday, November 20
3:00-4:00
Clemens Hall 120, North Campus
UB international alumni who are employed in Western New York will discuss how to conduct a successful job search, how to adapt to an American work place, what surprised them about their current work environment and more.
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Performances
Percussion Performance: “Poongmul”
Korean Folk Art Club
Monday, November 16
11:45-12:00
Student Union Entrance (UB Commons), North Campus
Korean Poongmul drumming, also called Nong Ak, means farmer's music. About two thousand years old, it is played during festivals to celebrate planting and harvesting, and is accompanied by an energetic dance. The Korean Folk Art Club (KFAC) will perform at IEW for the 9th consecutive year.
Tae Kwon Do Demonstration
Master Chong’s Tae Kwon Do
Monday, November 16
12:00-12:30
Student Union Lobby, North Campus
Literally translated, the Korean word "TAE" means "to kick with the foot". "KWON" implies "a hand or fist to block, punch or strike". "DO" means an "art" or a "way". Thus, "Tae Kwon Do" means "the art of kicking, blocking and punching". Not merely physical fighting skills, Tae Kwon Do is a way of thought and life. Through disciplined training, Tae Kwon Do improves both the mind and body, placing great emphasis on the development of character. Due to the enormous popularity of the sport, Tae Kwon Do currently has more practitioners that all other martial arts combined. It is also one of the few martial arts to be represented as a full medal sport in the Olympic Games.
Tai Chi Demonstration
Tai Chi World Champion Bob Gott, Red Dragon School of Martial Arts
Monday, November 16
12:30-1:00
Student Union Lobby, North Campus
Tai Chi, translated as "supreme ultimate fist or ultimate harmony”, is a “soft” and/or “internal” Chinese martial art. It is a system of exercises with both physical and mental benefits that everyone can practice regardless of age or physical abilities.
Dance Performance: “Debka”
Organization of Arab Students
Monday, November 16
1:00-1:30
Student Union Lobby, North Campus
The meaning of "debka" in Arabic is "stomping of the feet". Stomping, as well as jumping and kicking, are moves that characterize the debka in a unique manner. The leader, called raas (meaning "head") or "lawwih" (meaning "waving person"), is allowed to improvise on the type of debka being danced. He or she also twirls a handkerchief or string of beads known as a masbha (similar to a rosary) while the rest of the dancers keep the rhythm.
Bachata/Salsa Dance Performance
Alma Nanichi (Heart of the Soul)
Thursday, November 19
12:00-12:10
Student Union Lobby, North Campus
Bachata dancing accompanies music of the same name. Its origins are from the Dominican Republic. It features lots of footwork and can have a bounce step. Salsa dancing also comes from the Caribbean with African and European influences. As its name implies, it is spicy and exciting.
Middle Eastern Dance Performance
Nadia Ibrahim Dance Troupe
Thursday, November 19
12:30-1:00
Student Union Lobby, North Campus
The Nadia Ibrahim Middle Eastern Dance Troupe is the only professional dance group in Western New York which performs authentic dances of the Middle East. Nadia, who is of Lebanese descent , teaches and choreographs dances of Lebanon, Egypt, Turkey, Greece, Tunisia, Morocco and the Sudan, just to mention a few.
GLOBAL BEATS PARTY: LATIN NIGHT
Live Music by the Latin Jazz Project
Dance instruction to be provided
Thursday, November 19
7:00 p.m.
Harriman Hall, South Campus
Filipino Cultural Dance Performance
Filipino Student Association
Friday, November 20
12:00-12:20
Student Union Lobby, North Campus
Three different traditional rural dances will be performed, starting with Maglalatik (an all men’s dance in which coconut shells are placed on the hands). Next, the Tapis dance will be performed by the women. It focuses on the wearing of a rectangular apron. The Tinikling (Bamboo dance) is the national dance of the Philippines, and refers to the tikling bird. Informal instruction will also be provided.
The Dance of Formosa
Taiwanese Student Association
Friday, November 20
12:30-1:00
Student Union Lobby, North Campus
Choreography for this performance will illustrate Taiwanese culture, heritage and the mysticism of Taiwanese religions. This performance is a combination of modern Hip Hop dance and traditional martial arts.
Argentine Tango Performance
Buffalo Tango X
Friday, November 20
1:00-1:20
Student Union Lobby, North Campus
Argentine Tango is a social dance and musical genre that originated in Argentina and spread to the rest of the world. It consists of a variety of styles that developed in different regions and eras, and in response to the crowding of the venue and even the fashions in clothing. Argentine Tango is danced in an embrace that can vary from very open to very closed or anywhere in between. Tango is essentially walking with a partner and the music. Argentine Tango relies heavily on improvisation; although certain patterns of movement have been codified by instructors over the years, there is no "basic step".
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Films
“Gallipoli” (2005, Turkey)
Turkish Graduate Student Association
Tuesday, November 17
7:15 p.m.
Clemens Hall 120, North Campus
This documentary film by award-winning Turkish director Tolga Örnek is narrated by Jeremy Irons and Sam Neill. The film looks at the World War I campaign in the Gallipoli Peninsula from the perspectives of all of the soldiers involved as well as modern historians.
“Outsourced” (2006, U.S.)
ASEAN Graduate Student Association
Wednesday, November 18
5:00 p.m.
Clemens Hall 120, North Campus
When the jobs are outsourced to India from a call center in Seattle, the manager travels there to train his replacement. The call center is staffed by willing novices who are trained to sound American. One star on the staff is Asha, who teaches the manager that he should learn about India, and he proceeds to do just that.
“Suite Habana” (2003, Cuba)
Caribbean Studies Program
Thursday, November 19
5:30 p.m.
Capen Hall 31, North Campus
Dawn breaks in Havana, Cuba and, as the day advances, we follow the simple lives of ten ordinary Cubans, with only sounds and images accompanied by music.
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Displays & Exhibitions
INTERNATIONAL EXPO
Buffalo’s 10,000 Villages and El Buen Amigo Bazaar
UB’s Asian Studies, Caribbean Studies, ELI Chat Room, Institute of Jewish Thought & Heritage, Intercultural & Diversity Center, Passport Office, Polish Studies, Department of Romance Languages, Study Abroad Programs
Tuesday, November 17
11:00-2:00
Student Union Lobby, North Campus
EXHIBITIONS
“World View: Study Abroad Photo Contest & Exhibition”
Study Abroad Programs
Thursday, November 19
4:00-6:00
Social Hall, 2nd Floor, Student Union, North Campus
“Origami Semba Zuru”
Japanese Student Association
Friday, November 20
11:00-2:00
Student Union Lobby, North Campus
Literally translated, the title means “Thousands of Cranes Origami.” Come learn how to fold an origami crane from Japanese students who will be on hand to provide instruction at this interactive display.
“Malaysia: Truly Asia”
Malaysian Student Association
Friday, November 20
11:00-2:00
Student Union Lobby, North Campus
This exhibition will feature interactive displays and demonstrations which showcase Malaysia’s languages and rich cultural diversity.
“Introduction to Thai Cuisine”
Thai International Graduate Student Association
Friday, November 20
11:00-2:00
Student Union Lobby, North Campus
Enter fascinating and culture-rich Thailand without jet lag via the world of Thai food. We will discuss the interplay of the four basic flavors (sweet, sour, spicy and salty) which make Thai cuisine so special. Open your eyes and see our culture through the art of cooking.
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