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Feb 13
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Team USA immigrant Olympic athlete Kaillie Humphries

Kaillie Humphries: Celebrating Team USA, Immigrant Athlete’s Imprint on Olympic Games

By Education, Events, History, News
Photo Credit: Associated Press As the 2026 Winter continue, we are recognizing world-class immigrant athletes who are or have competed for the U.S. National Team. Today, we spotlight the most decorated women’s bobsledder in history, Kaillie Humphries. Born September 4, 1985, Kaillie Humphries grew up in Alberta, Canada. Her passion for sports started early, initially focused on the slopes with…
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Feb 12
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Celia Cruz: Black History Month and Recognizing Notable Black Immigrants and Refugees

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Celia Cruz In honor of Black History Month, we will recognize the economic, cultural, political, and social contributions of influential black immigrants and refugees who’ve helped shape the vibrant tapestry of America. Today, we spotlight Cuban American and Grammy Award-winning singer, Celia Cruz. Known as “The Queen of Salsa,” Cruz’s globally acclaimed career spanned from the 1940s into the 2000s.…
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Feb 06
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Campbell Wright: Celebrating Team USA, Immigrant Athlete’s Imprint on Olympic Games

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In the spirit of the 2026 Olympics Games in Milan, we’re highlighting world-class immigrant athletes who are currently or have competed for the U.S. National Team. Today, we spotlight Campbell Wright, a rising star in international biathlon competition. Campbell Wright was born to American parents who emigrated from the U.S. to New Zealand, granting him dual citizenship. Wright is recognized…
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Feb 02
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Delroy Lindo: Black History Month and Recognizing Notable Black Immigrants and Refugees

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Delroy Lindo Credit: Photo by Richard Shotwell/Invision/AP In honor of Black History Month, we will recognize the economic, cultural, political, and social contributions of influential black immigrants and refugees who’ve helped shape the vibrant tapestry of America. Today, we spotlight British American and Academy Award-nominated actor Delroy Lindo. Delroy Lindo was born in London in November 1952 to parents from…
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Feb 02
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Chinese Dragon

Celebrate Chinese New Year with IIB!

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Thursday, February 26, 2026 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM International Institute of Buffalo 864 Delaware Ave, Buffalo, NY 14209 Free parking    Tickets General Admission $40 Good Neighbor Society Member $30  Enjoy kicking off “The Year of the Horse” at IIB’s Chinese New Year celebration! The evening will feature: Traditional music and dancers from the WNY Chinese Cultural Center! A…
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Jan 22
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First “Meet the Ambassador” Event a Huge Success!

By Education, Events, Meet the Ambassador
In the first-ever installment of its “Meet the Ambassador” lectures, Ambassador Dan Foote recounted his personal experience in the United States Foreign Service. He also shared his take on how American foreign policy decisions play out in real life. Over 40 people braved the snowy weather to learn more about how American foreign policy decisions play out in real life.…
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Oct 29
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Dr. Francesco Giacobbe: Celebrating Italian American Heritage Month

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“Remember that whatever you plant will not grow, unless you water it." –Dr. Francesco Giacobbe In celebration of Italian American Heritage Month, we continue to recognize the economic, cultural, political, and social contributions of notable immigrants and refugees who’ve helped shape America’s vibrant tapestry. Today, we spotlight esteemed medical doctor and co-founder of the Centro Culturale Italiano di Buffalo, Dr.…
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Oct 29
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Billy Wilder: Celebrating Polish American Heritage Month

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In celebration of Polish American Heritage Month, we recognize the economic, cultural, political, and social contributions of notable immigrants and refugees who helped shape America's vibrant tapestry. Today, we spotlight prolific writer and director, Billy Wilder. Billy Wilder was born Samuel Wilder on June 22, 1906, in Sucha, a small town in Galicia, Austria-Hungary (present-day Poland). An exuberant child, he…
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Oct 24
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Dr. Israel Rabi: Celebrating Polish American Heritage Month

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In celebration of Polish American Heritage Month, we recognize the economic, cultural, political, and social contributions of notable immigrants and refugees who’ve helped shape America’s vibrant tapestry. Today, we spotlight world-renowned Polish American, Nobel Prize-winning scientist, Dr. Israel Rabi. Israel Isaac Rabi was born in Rymanów, Poland. When he was one year old, his family immigrated to the United States…
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Oct 23
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Mother Cabrini: Celebrating Italian American Heritage Month

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In celebration of Italian American Heritage Month, we continue to recognize the economic, cultural, political, and social contributions of notable immigrants and refugees who’ve helped shape America’s vibrant tapestry. Today, we spotlight the tireless work of Mother Cabrini, the canonized Catholic sister and the patron saint of immigrants. Maria Francesca Cabrina was born in Lombardy, Italy, on July 15, 1850.…
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