350 Student Union, Buffalo, NY 14260
E ubsa@buffalo.edu
P (716) 645-2950
F (716) 645-2112
The International Council consists of a wide array of diverse clubs celebrating the cultures and nationalities across the globe. Students are given the opportunity to learn about other cultures, lifestyles and traditions, in addition to celebrate these experiences first hand. Through dance, music, food, art, language, and so much more, the International clubs facilitate a welcoming environment for all students. The International Council organizes annual events such as International Fiesta, International Soccer Tournament, and International Iron Chef, which showcases the pride and heritage of the clubs and their traditions.
African SA
To affirm our determination to achieve and maintain unity among the members, regardless of race, creed, color, sex or political belief; we assert our commitment to learning about African values and promoting a true image of Africa in the University and the Buffalo community. To foster the understanding of Africa in this University, and the surrounding communities. To promote a true image of Pan African Spirit in the University and Buffalo Communities. To encourage all African students in the University to participate in activities of the Organization.
Date Established: 05-11-2018 | |
Club E-Mail: | ubafricansa@gmail.com |
Location: | 371 |
President: | Stephanie Sam |
Vice President: | |
Treasurer: | |
Secretary: | Sheldelynn Asamoah |
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Bengali Student Association
The purpose of this organization is to establish an open environment that allows students to promote cultural awareness. We plan to host events that allow students to learn Bengali history, clothing, food, dance, music, language, literature and all that falls into the understanding of the culture.
Date Established: 02-19-2020 | |
President: | Fyrose Nower |
Vice President: | Ishfar Shaan |
Treasurer: | Muhammed Thaaqib Muhammed Intikhab |
Secretary: | Adnan Tarif |
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Caribbean SA
CSA is an international council organization that stands as a representation of the Caribbean population at UB. We foster conversations and events around educating everyone about different aspects of the Caribbean culture, through informative and fun events. We serve as a home away from home for all Caribbean and non-Caribbean students. We serve as a medium where UB students can meet different individuals who share common goal as themselves. Overall we serve as a family and like our motto says; Out Of Many We Are One! |
Club E-Mail: | ubsa-caribbean@buffalo.edu |
Location: | SU 307 |
President: | Malee Alexis |
Vice President: | Kalifa Lambert |
Treasurer: | Talisa Gibson |
Secretary: | Mekai Ramelize |
Advisor: | Juwan Thompson, juwantho@buffalo.edu |
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Chinese SA
Promote cultural exchange and understanding among students at UB. Introduce Chinese cultural and intellectual heritage. Assist new students upon arrival at UB.
Location: | SU 372 |
President: | Ricky Dong |
Vice President: | Kelly Liu |
Treasurer: | Tanvir Fuad |
Secretary: | Judy Chen |
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Desi Women's Association
The UB Desi Women's Association aims to empower women and bring in awareness about the desi culture and various religions that are a part of the desi community. The club strives to provide a safe, engaging, and entertaining environment where women can meet new people and grow as individuals. As well as further supporting diversity and mental health of all women who are a part of this club. We will strive to create a welcoming environment through which life-long relationships could be made. Support will always be provided to women of the desi community to allow them to maximize their abilities.
Date Established: 12-08-2023 | |
President: | Gulprit Patwal |
Vice President: | Ayeshah Shaikh |
Treasurer: | Belinda Lliguicota |
Secretary: | Sumaiya Siddika |
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Eastern European Student Association
The purpose of this club is to teach people about the interesting and fun cultures that originate in Eastern Europe. Members do not have to be of Eastern European descent to participate in meetings, events, or any other club related activities.
Date Established: 10-05-2023 | |
President: | David Bernatowicz |
Vice President: | Jacob Irons |
Treasurer: | |
Secretary: | Angelica Shcherenkov |
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Filipino American SA
To educate all students on Filipino cultural topics and issues, whether they of Filipino descent or non-Filipino descent, unite and empower them with a united voice. We do hereby agree to uphold all regulations of the University at Buffalo, the Undergraduate Student Association (SA), and the State University of New York.
President: | Matthew Fajarda |
Vice President: | Nate Paulino |
Treasurer: | Jon Presto |
Secretary: | Rexine Laxamana |
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Friends of Ukraine
Friends of Ukraine is a cultural organization that seeks to celebrate and share Ukrainian heritage, culture, customs and language with the university community. This organization opens its arms to everyone who wishes to learn and enjoy Ukrainian traditions. Our goals are to honor, celebrate and perpetuate cherished traditions that have shaped our culture and to create a supportive network for students of the university.
Date Established: 10-05-2023 | |
President: | Anna Klymkovych |
Vice President: | Anna Belyablya |
Treasurer: | Jahdiaum Love |
Secretary: | Daniel Dreizin |
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Fujianese Student Association
The purpose of the Fujianese Student Association is to provide a supportive community for Fujianese students and those interested in Fujianese culture at University at Buffalo. The club aims to foster a sense of belonging and cultural identity among its members, while also promoting awareness and appreciation of Fujianese culture and traditions within the wider campus community.
The club will organize a range of activities and events throughout the academic year, including cultural celebrations, educational seminars, social events, and community service projects. These activities will provide opportunities for members to connect with one another, learn about their shared cultural heritage, and make a positive impact on the campus and surrounding communities.
By bringing together students with a shared cultural background, the Fujianese Student Association seeks to create a welcoming and inclusive space where members can support one another, share their experiences, and build lifelong friendships. The club also aims to serve as a bridge between Fujianese students and the broader campus community, promoting cross-cultural understanding and dialogue.
Date Established: 08-22-2023 | |
President: | Jeny Chen |
Vice President: | Anthony Chen |
Treasurer: | Tony Yang |
Secretary: | Jun Ao |
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Haitian Student Association
As a Haitian student association, our goal is to provide a safe space for Haitian students to connect with one another and celebrate their identity, while also educating the broader school community about Haitian culture.
Date Established: 08-08-2023 | |
President: | Danielle Thomas |
Vice President: | Staedi Severe |
Treasurer: | Tracey Coffy |
Secretary: | Doris Narcisse |
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Himalayan Student Association
We as an organization strive to bring Tibetan, Nepali, and Bhutanese students together to promote cultural awareness and have representation at UB. We hope to create a community for Himalayan students by providing available resources and fun interactive activities. As well as helping students adjust to campus life and build new connections and friendships. Future HSA events consist of cultural festivals such as Losar (Tibetan New Year), Gorshay (Circle dance), Holi/ Dashian/ Tihar (Hindu Festivals) as well as non-cultural fun events such as Arts & Crafts, Game Night, and more!
Date Established: 10-30-2023 | |
President: | Supreme Gurung |
Vice President: | |
Treasurer: | Anna Tang |
Secretary: | Lakpa Sherpa |
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Hong Kong SA
Hong Kong SA seeks to promote the culture of Hong Kong through workshops and events to unite its members in a single identity and to foster relationships within the student body. Although Hong Kong is part of China as of July 1 1997 there are various aspects that differentiate its organization separate from other Asian clubs.
Location: | SU 322 |
President: | Joan Liu |
Vice President: | Wesley Shiew |
Treasurer: | Flora Qu |
Secretary: | Krystal Cheung |
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Indian SA
We, the people of Indian origin, students at the State University of New York at Buffalo, aim to:
Club E-Mail: | ubsa-isa@buffalo.edu |
President: | Akash Shah |
Vice President: | Megha Rajpurohit |
Treasurer: | Rutvi Dhamsania |
Secretary: | Riddhi Shelat |
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Indonesian SA
Promote cultural exchange and understanding. Introduce Indonesian intellectual and cultural heritage. Assist new students.
Club E-Mail: | permiasbuffalo@gmail.com |
Location: | SU 373 |
President: | Desmond Chan |
Vice President: | Jessica Anastasia |
Treasurer: | stephanie yuen |
Secretary: | Sam Moniaga |
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International Undergraduate Student Association
Date Established: 08-22-2023 | |
President: | Rain Ligot |
Vice President: | |
Treasurer: | Yarea Wabeah |
Secretary: | Vrinda Agrawal |
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Italian SA
The Italian Student Association is a cultural organization that celebrates and shares the Italian heritage, culture, customs, and language with the university community. This organization seeks to form bonds between those who have similar backgrounds or those that want to learn more about Italian traditions.
Date Established: 04-09-2018 | |
President: | Simon Diaz |
Vice President: | Isabella Sotgiu |
Treasurer: | Allison Zelazo |
Secretary: | Jeronimo Silva Lugo |
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Date Established: 05-08-2023 | |
President: | Nicholas Mori |
Vice President: | Joseph Baek |
Treasurer: | Yiwen Feng |
Secretary: | Jocelyn Kulis |
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Korean SA
KASA strives to cultivate and promote an interest in Korean and Korean-American history culture and many other facets of the Korean-American experience by providing opportunities for University at Buffalo students and other college students to come together on a social and cultural level.
Location: | SU 322 |
President: | Khushi Parashar |
Vice President: | Abigail Young |
Treasurer: | Shruti Patel |
Secretary: | Trishani Sudanandan |
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Latin American SA
The Latin American Student Association of the State University at Buffalo is a student-run and funded organization. The goals of this organization are as follows:
Location: | SU 372 |
President: | Adrian Alvarez |
Vice President: | Jaylean Urena |
Treasurer: | Marquis Scurlock |
Secretary: | Sofia Alvarez |
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Nepali Student Association
We, as a club, believe in cultivating and sharing knowledge about Nepal and its cultural heritage via social and cultural activities. The Nepali Students Association (NSA) works to strengthen ties among Nepalese students at UB and has a strong conviction in the community's ability to stand together. We, as members, are truly devoted to helping the Nepalese students at Buffalo University overcome the obstacles they face during and after their education. To help newcomers adjust smoothly to university life and give them a taste of what it's like to be a true blue, the group also offers assistance and counseling. We also plan to cooperate and take part in activities of mutual interest with other groups on campus and in the City of Buffalo because we also believe in the connection between different cultures.
Date Established: 12-08-2023 | |
President: | Abhi Ramtel |
Vice President: | Crystal Thapa |
Treasurer: | Sparsh Guruwacharya |
Secretary: | Dipti B.K. |
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North African Student Association
Bringing together students of North African descent as well as students interested in learning about North African culture. We are looking to create a comforting atmosphere and safe space for all students to express themselves through their culture, music, and clothing.
Date Established: 10-24-2023 | |
President: | Louiza Mohamed-Cherif |
Vice President: | |
Treasurer: | Sayda Ahmed |
Secretary: | Mia Roberson |
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Organization of Afghan and Persian Students
The purpose of our organization is to expose students at University at Buffalo to Afghan and Persian culture. By having this club, we create a safe space for Afghans to come together, learn more about their history and celebrate their culture.
Date Established: 05-08-2023 | |
President: | Yasna Hossain Ali |
Vice President: | Omid Sahar |
Treasurer: | Hewad Shaheed |
Secretary: | Marwa Hussain |
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Organization of Arab Students
The Organization of Arab Students aspires to educate and promote understanding of the Arab cultures among the student body at the University at Buffalo and the Buffalo community. This will be implemented through provided educational and recreational activities in a friendly atmosphere that best serves all.
President: | Sara Abdalla |
Vice President: | Alishba Khan |
Treasurer: | |
Secretary: | Fatima Mahdi |
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Pakistani SA
The purpose of this club is to educate students and promote Pakistani culture.
President: | Rayan Masoom |
Vice President: | Zara Imam |
Treasurer: | Faraaz Beg |
Secretary: | Najum Malik |
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Singapore SA
To provide a common ground of understanding between individuals of various ethic origins at the University at Buffalo through social, cultural and educational activities. Members of the Singapore Student Association ("SGSA") will develop deeper understanding of Singapore. The organization also serves to unite Singaporeans in the University at Buffalo as well as to help them adjust to the American culture.
President: | Samuel Moniaga |
Vice President: | Desmond Chan |
Treasurer: | winston peng |
Secretary: | stephanie yuen |
Advisor: | Paul Yong (716) 597-7052 pyong@buffalo.edu |
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Sri Lankan Student Association
The purpose of our club is to help spread the Sri Lankan traditions and culture within the UB community. This will also be an opportunity for incoming UB students to easily get in touch with the Sri Lankan community at UB moreover, it will be a pillar to UB's success in spreading diversity.
Date Established: 04-04-2022 | |
President: | Joshane Fernando |
Vice President: | Shruti Kunadia |
Treasurer: | Alex Grover |
Secretary: | Dinula Weerasinghe |
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Sylheti Student Association
Sylhet is a major city in Northeastern Bangladesh. Our vision at the Sylheti Club is to be the premier center for preserving and celebrating Sylheti culture. We aim to create a unifying space that fosters cultural heritage, facilitates intergenerational
connections, and promotes community pride. Through education, arts, and social initiatives, we aspire to nurture a sense of belonging while preserving and advancing the richness of Sylheti traditions. Our goal is to serve as a dynamic hub that celebrates diversity, fosters meaningful relationships, and empowers individuals to embrace and appreciate their Sylheti identity.
Date Established: 03-07-2024 | |
President: | Nur Mahmud |
Vice President: | Afafat Chowdhury |
Treasurer: | Md Chowdhury Showrov |
Secretary: | Mahi Kadir |
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Taiwanese SA
The purpose of the Taiwanese Student Association is to bring together, to assist, and to promote mutual interest and understanding among the Taiwanese in UB community. The Association shall also serve to promote of the Taiwanese culture in the UB Community.
President: | Jerry Lan |
Vice President: | Benjamin Lin |
Treasurer: | Shelly Lin |
Secretary: | Tesina Tu |
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Tamil Student Association
To represent the large group of Tamils that are attending this University, but also to promote the diversity of our culture and language and to include those outside of our culture to learn about our unique background and history. We hope to hold events and activities that will allow students to gain an understanding, participate in the community, and create a space of comfort for students who are far from their homes. We are enthusiastic about putting in new ideas to contribute positively to the University population and would be grateful for the opportunity to become a valuable addition to the Student Association.
Date Established: 04-24-2023 | |
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Turkic Student Association
Our purpose is to bring students of similar ethnic backgrounds and students with interest in said ethnic backgrounds together to share, educate and nurture our culture on campus.
President: | Challa Zirek |
Vice President: | Fatma Zehra Ozgul |
Treasurer: | Naomi Dusi |
Secretary: | Havvanur Savas |
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Vietnamese SA
The Vietnamese Student Association aims to preserve and promote Vietnamese cultural and historical awareness at the University at Buffalo, and the surrounding community by providing programs and support for students to establish a common ground for cultural awareness
Location: | SU 376 |
President: | Hannah Pham |
Vice President: | Isabella Nguyen |
Treasurer: | Andrew Le |
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350 Student Union, Buffalo, NY 14260
E ubsa@buffalo.edu
P (716) 645-2950
F (716) 645-2112