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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:

  1. Understand the importance of Adjustment Skills
  2. Develop Academic Skills and understanding of the U.S. education system.
  3. Develop Interpersonal Strengths and mental health awareness.
  4. 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
    Monday, Sept 29  |  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.

    iCafe x iGrad: Tips on How to Do Well on Your Class Presentation | Academic Skills
    Monday, Sept 29  |  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. 

    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.

    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: Level Up Your LinkedIn
    Wednesday, Oct 22  |  6:00 - 7:00 PM  |  Zoom
    From Career Center experts, you’ll learn strategies to optimize your profile, highlight your skills, and expand your network. 

    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. 

    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.

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