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Mar 27
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Vincent O’Neill: Irish History Month and Recognizing Irish Immigrants and Refugees

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In celebration of Irish American Heritage Month, we are recognizing the economic, cultural, political, and social contributions of notable immigrants and refugees who’ve helped shape America’s vibrant tapestry. Today, we spotlight renowned actor, director, and co-founder of Buffalo’s Irish Classical Theatre Company, Vincent O’Neill. Vincent O’Neill was born in Dublin, Ireland, on January 21, 1950. The middle child among five…
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Mar 25
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Dr. Adiam Tsegai: Women’s History Month and Recognizing Women Immigrants and Refugees

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In honor of Women’s History Month, we recognize the economic, cultural, political, and social contributions of influential immigrant and refugee women who’ve helped shape America’s vibrant tapestry. Today, we spotlight SUNY Erie Community College President, Dr. Adiam Tsegai. Dr. Adiam Tsegai was born in Eritrea, East Africa, and immigrated to the Bronx, New York, with her family in the 1980s.…
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Mar 24
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Donations Needed

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Although our refugee resettlement program has seen challenges over the last few years, we are still working to assist our newest neighbors integrate as valued members of our community. The International Institute of Buffalo has always relied on community support, and we still need your help! Basic household items from pillows and trashcans to deodorant and laundry detergent significantly help…
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Mar 20
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Maureen O’Hara: Irish History Month and Recognizing Irish Immigrants and Refugees

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In celebration of Irish American Heritage Month, we are recognizing the economic, cultural, political, and social contributions of notable immigrants and refugees who’ve helped shape America’s vibrant tapestry. Today, we spotlight Hollywood Golden Age actress Maureen O’Hara. Maureen Fitzsimons, later known as Maureen O’Hara, was born in Ranelagh, Ireland, in 1920. The second-oldest of five siblings, she credited her close-knit…
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Mar 19
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Chien-Shiung Wu: Women’s History Month and Recognizing Women Immigrants and Refugees

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In honor of Women’s History Month, we recognize the economic, cultural, political, and social contributions of influential immigrant and refugee women who’ve helped shape America's vibrant tapestry. Today, we spotlight trailblazing physicist Chien-Shiung Wu. Wu was born in 1912 in Liuhe, China, the same year the Republic of China was founded. Her father, an intellectual and engineer, encouraged her to…
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Mar 19
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Student Participation Again Sets New Record at Model United Nations Competition

By Model UN, News
The International Institute of Buffalo hosted its most successful Model United Nations competition to date, its 21st year of sponsoring the event. This year’s gathering topped last year’s competition as the largest ever, registering 883 students from 47 area high schools. The delegates represented 76 countries. The students gathered at Knox and Norton Halls on SUNY Buffalo's North Campus. “There…
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Mar 12
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Augustus Saint-Gaudens: Irish History Month and Recognizing Irish Immigrants and Refugees

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In celebration of Irish American Heritage Month, we are recognizing the economic, cultural, political, and social contributions of notable immigrants and refugees who’ve helped shape America’s vibrant tapestry. Today, we spotlight preeminent American sculptor, Augustus Saint-Gaudens. Augustus Saint-Gaudens was born in Dublin in 1848 to working-class parents – his father was a local shoemaker. When he was just six months…
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Mar 12
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Dr. Elizabeth Blackwell: Women’s History Month and Recognizing Women Immigrants and Refugees

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In honor of Women’s History Month, we recognize the economic, cultural, political, and social contributions of influential immigrant and refugee women who’ve helped shape the vibrant tapestry of America. Today, we spotlight Dr. Elizabeth Blackwell, America’s first female physician. Elizabeth Blackwell was born in Bristol, England, in 1821. When she was 11, her family relocated to America for better economic…
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