iCafe & iGrad
International Student Success Workshops
iCafe and iGrad are academic and student services workshops in which faculty, international student leaders, and experts in the field inform, educate, engage, and inspire international students to enhance their academic and personal success.
These series support international students' transition to SBU by helping them develop four key skill sets that are beneficial to their success. The four skill sets are:
- Understand the importance of Adjustment Skills
- Develop Academic Skills and understanding of the U.S. education system.
- Develop Interpersonal Strengths and mental health awareness.
- Explore Career Skills that will prepare the students to be more competitive in their future careers.
iCafe and iGrad offer sessions to support international students at all levels of study.
FALL 2025
- Undergraduate
International Student Campus Lifetime | Interpersonal Strengths
Monday, Sept 15 | 12:30 - 2:00 PM | Union Ballroom
Make new friends, enjoy some refreshments, enter to win raffle prizes, and unwind with a variety of board and card games.iCafe: Resume Writing 101| Career Skills
Wednesday, Sept 24 | 12:30 - 2:00 PM | International Student Center: S-1450 Melville Library
Learn from our Career Center experts how to craft a clear, compelling, and professional resume that showcases your skills and experience.iCafe: Communication Tool Kit | Interpersonal Strengths
Wednesday, Oct 1 | 12:30 - 1:30 PM | International Student Center: S-1450 Melville Library
In our Communication Tool Kit workshop, we will review techniques to practice and understand effective communication skills. This event will be tailored specifically towards undergraduate international students.International Student Campus Lifetime | Interpersonal Strengths
Wednesday, Oct 15 | 12:30 - 2:00 PM | Union Ballroom
Make new friends, enjoy some refreshments, enter to win raffle prizes, and unwind with a variety of board and card games.iCafe x iGrad: Tips on How to Do Well on Your Class Presentation | Academic Skills
Monday, Oct 20 | 12:30 - 1:30 PM | International Student Center: S-1450 Melville Library
This workshop will cover effective communication, setting expectations, and navigating challenges to help you get the most out of these professional relationships.iCafe: Getting an "A" for Class Participation | Academic Strengths
Wednesday, Oct 22 | 12:30 - 1:30 PM | International Student Center: S-1450 Melville Library
This workshop will share strategies for speaking up, staying engaged, and making meaningful contributions in class discussions.iCafe x iGrad: How to Manage Stress in College and Deal with Other Personal Issues | Interpersonal Strengths
Wednesday, Nov 5 | 12:30 - 2:00 PM | International Student Center: S-1450 Melville Library
Learn how stress impacts your well-being and discover practical strategies to cope with academic and personal challenges.International Student Campus Lifetime | Interpersonal Strengths
Monday, Nov 10 | 12:30 - 2:00 PM | Union Ballroom
Make new friends, enjoy some refreshments, enter to win raffle prizes, and unwind with a variety of board and card games. - Graduate
International Student Campus Lifetime
Monday, Sept 15 | 12:30 - 2:00 PM | Union Ballroom
Make new friends, enjoy some refreshments, enter to win raffle prizes, and unwind with a variety of board and card games.iGrad: Communication Tool Kit
Thursday, Sept 18 | 2:00 - 3:00 PM | Zoom
In our Communication Tool Kit workshop, we will review techniques to practice and understand effective communication skills. This event will be tailored specifically towards graduate international students.iGrad: Approaching Fellowship Funding for International Students
Thursday, Sept 18 | 2:00 - 3:00 PM | Zoom
Learn how to approach competitive, merit-based external fellowships available for international students.International Student Campus Lifetime
Wednesday, Oct 15 | 12:30 - 2:00 PM | Union Ballroom
Make new friends, enjoy some refreshments, enter to win raffle prizes, and unwind with a variety of board and card games.iCafe x iGrad: Tips on How to Do Well on Your Class Presentation
Wednesday Oct 20 | 12:30 - 1:30 PM | International Student Center: S-1450 Melville Library
In this workshop, we will review how to prepare, speak confidently, use visuals effectively, and engage your audience.iGrad: Intercultural Communication and Professional Etiquette
Wednesday, Oct 29 | 12:30 - 2:00 PM | International Student Center: S-1450 Melville Library
This session is designed to equip international graduate students with the essential interpersonal and professional skills necessary for success in a globalized workplace.iGrad: Level Up Your LinkedIn
Monday, Nov 3 | 2:00 - 3:00 PM | Zoom
From Career Center experts, you’ll learn strategies to optimize your profile, highlight your skills, and expand your network.iCafe x iGrad: How to Manage Stress in College and Deal with Other Personal Issues
Wednesday, Nov 5 | 12:30 - 2:00 PM | International Student Center: S-1450 Melville Library
Learn how stress impacts your well-being and discover practical strategies to cope with academic and personal challenges.International Student Campus Lifetime
Monday, Nov 10 | 12:30 - 2:00 PM | Union Ballroom
Make new friends, enjoy some refreshments, enter to win raffle prizes, and unwind with a variety of board and card games.Past Workshops
