by Nurul Abdul Salam | Oct 30, 2025 | Staff
On Thursday, November 6, from 7 am to 4 pm, the International Relations Program will welcome over 400 students from numerous area high schools to campus for the 47th Annual High School Model United Nations Conference. Student delegates will represent countries from around the world to discuss, debate, and formulate resolutions on pressing issues of the day.
Please be mindful that there will be a significant number of young people on campus, particularly in Science Hall Commons, Student Center (Grupp, Regis, and the Dining Hall), the 2nd floor of Churchill Tower, and Montante. We thank you in advance for showing hospitality to our guests, and welcoming them to our campus.
Please take special care when driving in the area particularly from 7:00 a.m. – 9:00 a.m. and 2:00 p.m. – 3:30 p.m. as there may be student delegates and school busses doing drop off and pick up. Please also note that parking will be impacted.
Student volunteers from Canisius University will moderate and adjudicate the proceedings, which challenge participants to learn rules of parliamentary procedure as well as information about specific countries’ positions on controversial international issues. Our volunteer staff is largely drawn from our student club, the Model UN Diplomacy Organization (MUNDO).
The International Relations Program thanks the Canisius University staff (including events management, public safety, dining services, admissions, and especially Julie Marzolf, Rachel Lapinski and Nurul Abdul Salam for their invaluable assistance). Thanks also to our hardworking student volunteers for making this stimulating and educational experience possible for our guests.
by Nurul Abdul Salam | Oct 2, 2025 | Staff
The Permanent Chair of Polish Culture at Canisius University, in partnership with the Polish Arts Club of Buffalo, invites you to the Polish Film Festival this weekend. While a few films have already been shown, there are still great screenings coming up this weekend.
- Location: Adam Mickiewicz Library and Dramatic Circle, 612 Fillmore Avenue, Buffalo, NY 14212
- Time: All screenings begin at 7:00 p.m.
- General Admission: $10
- Contact: Dr. Margaret Stefanski (stefansm@canisius.edu)
Upcoming Screenings:
Friday, Oct. 3
Kos / Scarborn (2023, 2h) – Pawel Maslona
Set in the spring of 1794, the story follows General Kościuszko, returning from America with his faithful friend and former slave Domingo. A historical drama of courage and loyalty.
Saturday, Oct. 4
Biała Odwaga / White Courage (2024, 1h 55min) – Marcin Koszalka
Two brothers face war, betrayal, and family conflict after their father’s death. A gripping wartime drama of loyalty and division.
Past Events
Wednesday, Oct. 1
Memory of Our Homeland (2018, 1h 30min) – Kolodziej Durand
A moving documentary charting the forgotten story of Polish refugees in Africa, 1942–1952.
Thursday, Oct. 2
Wrobel / Sparrow (2024, 1h 46min) – Tomasz Gassowski
A lighthearted comedy about bachelor postman Remek Wrobel, whose orderly life is upended when he meets his unknown grandfather and lively new neighbor Marzenka.
Don’t miss this opportunity to experience some of the most powerful and acclaimed works of contemporary Polish cinema!
by Nurul Abdul Salam | Apr 9, 2025 | Staff
Join us for a compelling evening with Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist Alex Storozynski as he presents his book – Spies in My Blood: A Polish Family’s Fight Against Nazis and Communists
Date: Tuesday, May 6, 2025
Time: 6:00 PM
Location: Regis Room, Student Center, Canisius University
Spies in My Blood is a true story that follows two brothers raised in New York by World War II exiles, each embarking on a separate mission to infiltrate the Communist secret police in Poland. Storozynski recounts his journey behind the Iron Curtain, where his investigative work on Polish dissidents led him to be declared an “enemy of the state.”
Event Highlights:
✅ Books available for purchase and signing
✅ Free event with refreshments
Don’t miss this unforgettable story of courage, resistance, and the unbreakable bonds of family.
All are welcome! See you there.
Submitted by: Nurul Abdul Salam, Administrative Specialist, College of Arts & Sciences
by Nurul Abdul Salam | Feb 7, 2025 | Staff
Join us for a multimedia extravaganza honoring the legacy of Frederic Chopin, presented by The Permanent Chair of Polish Culture at Canisius University.
📅 Date: Sunday, Feb. 23
⏰ Time: 2:30 p.m.
📍 Location: Montante Cultural Center
🎟️ Admission: Free, including a reception to follow
The event features:
- The combined choruses of the Chopin Singing Society and Canisius University Chorale
- Renowned pianists Melanie Bebak and Amelia Wroblewski, and more.
Don’t miss this enchanting afternoon of music and culture! We look forward to seeing you there.
Submitted by: Nurul Abdul Salam, Administrative Specialist, College of Arts & Sciences
by Nurul Abdul Salam | Nov 15, 2024 | Staff
Join Raichle Pre-Law Center for an engaging panel discussion titled “From Classroom to Courtroom” on Nov. 20 at 6.00 p.m. in Science Hall Commons.
Dive into key insights from leading professionals in the legal field about navigating a successful career in law. This event will feature:
- Marla Greenberg – Privacy and Compliance, Capital One
- LeRoi Johnson – Entertainment Law Attorney, Solo Practitioner
- Matt Matzek – U.S. Patent and Trademark Office
- Brian Melber – Partner, Personius Melber LLP
- Melissa Nickson – ADR Program Director, NYS Courts
The discussion will be followed by a networking reception with light refreshments.
Don’t miss this opportunity to connect with legal experts and gain invaluable knowledge that bridges the gap between academic learning and real-world legal practice.
Submitted by: Nurul Abdul Salam, Administrative Specialist, College of Arts & Sciences
