International/Cultural and People of Color Clubs
African
African Student Association (SA) 
Strives to interchange different cultures, draw unity among African students and others, and to introduce international African students to the American community. Stop by and visit them in 307 Student Union or call 645-3029.
Black Student Union (BSU) (SA)
The members of this group strive to interchange different cultures, draw unity among African students and others, and to introduce international African students to the American community. Stop by and visit them in 307 Student Union or call 645-3029.
National Association for the Advancement of Colored People (NAACP) (SA)
The National Association for the Advancement of Colored People is a civil rights organization that was founded in 1909. Its main goal is to ensure political, economical, and social equality amongst all citizens, remove all barriers of racial discrimination and educate people on their rights. As a "youth and college" chapter of NAACP, the UB group goals are similar as they inform our youth and develop new young leaders with weekly meetings. They attend many community service events on campus, and recently developed their own called Project H.Y.P.E., which is a tutoring program for high school students. Anyone can join the club, and they expect the upcoming year to be bigger and better.
Arab
Organization of Arab Students (SA)
Formerly four separate clubs, the Egyptian SA, the Palestinian SA, and the Lebanese SA joined up with the Organization of Arab Students to form a club that represents and provides programming for Arabs as a whole. OAS is located in 311 Student Union, and the group is always looking for new members. You can also call 645-2741.
Asian American
Association of South East Asian Nations (ASEAN) (GSA)
The ASEAN GSA was initially established at UB to foster stronger relationships among students from the 10 South East Asian member countries: Brunei, Singapore, Cambodia, the Philippines, Myanmar, Indonesia, Thailand, Vietnam and Malaysia. The association's mission statement is to maintain and share the richness of the ASEAN cultures to the students at UB as well as the local community. ASEAN GSA aims to contribute to UB the differences which each country possesses, particularly in 7 aspects: cultural understanding, friendship, teamwork, leadership, management, love, and peace. The association is also determined to share and promote the understanding of cultural, educational, and ethnic perspectives of ASEAN countries.
Bangladesh
Bangladesh Student Association(SA)
Bangladeshi SA promotes the unique history and traditions of Bangladesh. Bangladeshi SA strives to foster an environment that promotes diversity on the UB campus and is open to anyone interested in learning about Bengali culture.
Caribbean
Caribbean Student Association (SA)
Strives to teach students about West Indian culture and about the various socioeconomic conditions present in many Caribbean countries. Stop by 307 Student Union, or call 645-3029 for information.
Chinese
Chinese Student Association (SA)
The Chinese Student Association (CSA) is one of the oldest, largest and most active organizations at University at Buffalo. CSA promotes the interests and awareness of Chinese culture in the Buffalo community while functioning as a means of social engagement. The club hosts several cultural events each year that allow participants to have fun and meet new people. Visit 308 Student Union or call 645-2950 for information.
Chinese Students and Scholars Association (GSA)
The CSSA mission is to represent the interests of and provide various services to all members. CSSA sponsors a number of activities each year, and develops friendly relationship with other organizations. Membership is open to all students at UB. Most of its members are from China. At present, the club is composed of students from China, who are studying in different programs at UB, as well as visiting scholars who are working here. CSSA is the second largest international community at UB.
Filipino
Filipino-American Student Association (SA)
Learn and become more educated about the myriad of cultures making up the singular Filipino-American culture and to actively participate in something new or familiar (whichever applies).
German
German Exchange (German Mafia) (GSA)
This is a student society of the German exchange and resident students and all of the friends they have made at the various Colleges and Universities that Buffalo has to offer.
Greek
Hellenic Graduate Association (GSA)
This club brings together Greek, Greek-American, and other students interested in Hellenic issues to exchange ideas of cultural, social and historical nature in a forum. For more information stop by 310 Student Union or call 645-2960.
Haitian
Haitian Student Association (SA)
The Haitian Student Association is an international club at the University of Buffalo that strives for excellence within its community. The Haitian SA was founded and recognized by the State University of New York at Buffalo in 1991. In collaboration with its members, the Haitian Student Association has been working to enhance the relationship between itself and students of all cultural backgrounds at the University at Buffalo. The Haitian Student Association also spends much of its time attempting to better its community. HSA would like to strengthen its ties with its people and members of other cultures. Since its establishment, the main agenda has been to provide the citizens of this community and the students of the University at Buffalo exposure to Haitian culture through numerous exhibitions of dance, music, art, food, service to the community and many other activities aimed at promoting not only Haitian cultural awareness but acceptance of all cultures.
Indian
Graduate Indian Student Association (GSA)
GISA represents around 900 students. Activities include organizing get-togethers and events to bring together the Indian Community and share our proud values. Club members also give a hand to the incoming students from India by providing temporary accommodation, striving to make their stay in the new place as comfortable as possible. They aim at providing a friendly and pleasant atmosphere to the Indian student community, and promote the awareness of cultural diversity on campus by organizing various cultural and social events.
Indian Student Association (SA)
Offers members and the student body a chance to experience and learn about the complex Indian culture through annual events like India Nite and Muqabla. Stop by the ISA office located in 306 Student Union for information.
Indonesian
Indonesian Student Association (Permias) (SA)
One of the more recent additions to the international clubs family, the Indonesian SA promotes a better relationship and understanding between its members.
Japanese
Japanese Student Association (SA)
Students of Japanese descent are invited to join JIS for twice-weekly meetings, community service efforts, and, most importantly, Japan Nite.
Latino/a
Latin American Graduate Student Association (GSA)
Assists in recruiting and providing Latino/a graduate students with academic support and professional development. The club's main purpose is to keep their traditions and share their national cultures, but not everything is that serious, they want to share some fun, dance and their Latin spirit as well. For information stop by 310 Student Union or call 645-2960.
Latin American Student Association (SA)
Informs, educates, and encourages the intertwined group of Latin American students and faculty at the University through language and cultural activities.
PODER: Latinos Unidos (SA)
Poder-Latinos Unidos (Latinos United) is dedicated to promoting cultural self-awareness and the advocacy of Latino educational issues and crisis. Stop by and see them at 372 Student Union or call 645-3061.
Malaysian
Malaysian Student Association (SA)
This club educates Malaysian students and others about the culture, unity, and understanding of Malaysia. Their main goal is to strengthen the ties among the Malaysian students at UB and promote Malaysian culture.
Native American
Native American People's Alliance (NAPA) (SA)
Educates uninformed university members about the true history, perspectives, current events and other areas of Native American experience and its relevance to other peoples. Stop by 372 Student Union or call 645-3061 for information.
Pakistani
Pakistani Student Association (SA)
By focusing on the promotion of Pakistani culture through various activities, this group attempts to present and preserve the sovereignty of Pakistan as an Independent nation with a unique culture. For more information stop by 311 Student Union or call 645-2741.
Polish
Polish Student Association (SA)
The club goals are to raise Polish cultural awareness in the University and community, to organize events that benefit the University and community, and most importantly, to have fun in the process. Stop by 373 Student Union or call 645-2494 for information.
Taiwanese
Taiwanese Student Association (SA)
Brings together, assists and promotes mutual interest and understanding among Taiwanese in the UB community.
Thai
Thai International Club (GSA)
Provides resources about Thai culture, society, and educational issues through various cultural and social occasions. For information stop by 310 Student Union or call 645-2960.
Tibetan
Tibetan Student Association (GSA)
The Tibetan student association is a group formed by Tibetan students at UB. The purpose of starting this association is to share our Tibetan culture. We believe that this will contribute and uphold the value of diversity at UB as well as introduce students to the unique culture of Tibet.
Turkish
Turkish Student Association (SA and GSA)
Both the undergraduate and graduate Turkish Student Associations aim to introduce people to their interesting and great culture. They like to organize events with the other clubs on campus to encourage a sense of camaraderie and team spirit while sharing their unique cultures. Turkish culture and tradition include many elements such as traditional foods, dance, ethnic life style, and historical background. Turkish SA is open to everyone on campus, regardless of their cultural heritage.
