Beginning in 1991, the SUNY Buffalo State PDS focused its efforts on local school partnerships to prepare and support educators in the Western, NY region. In recent years the classrooms of our school partners have experienced significant cultural and linguistic changes that reflect national demographic changes. To more effectively prepare new teachers for this changing educational context, IPDS was developed by utilizing the existing PDS structures. Through the international contacts of our education faculty, IPDS was established in 2012 with two short-term, faculty-led study away programs. IPDS now includes PK-12 school partnerships across five continents, including programs for teacher candidates, student teachers, experienced educators, as well as virtual connections.
Not accepting applications. Program on hold.
Contact: Pixita del Prado Hill or Angela Patti or Raquel Schmidt
Accepting applications for Feb 2023.
Contact: Keli Garas-York or Brandon Kawa
Not accepting applications. Program in development.
Contact: Tamara Horstman-Riphahn or Pamela Schuetze or Angela Patti
Not accepting applications. Cohort selected for fall 2022 (travel Jan 2023)
Contact: Tamara Horstman-Riphahn or Pamela Schuetze
Accepting applications for spring 2023 (travel July 2023).
Contact: Tamara Horstman-Riphahn
Not accepting applications. Program in development.
Contact: Lisa Brosnick or Jill Gradwell
Not accepting applications. Cohort selected for fall 2022 (travel Jan 2023)
Contact: Kerry Renzoni or Sherri Weber
Accepting applications for 2023 program.
Contact: Drew Kahn
Accepting applications for spring 2023 (travel May/Jun 2023).
Contact: Andrew Hashey or Mary Lavin
Accepting applications for fall and spring student teachers. Contact: Nancy Chicola
All IPDS programs are open to all Buffalo State graduate and undergraduate teacher candidates, including programs at all grade levels and within any subject area. Some programs are also open to other (non-teacher education) disciplines and school partners. Our collaborative partner program (Rwanda) is open to all disciplines as well as alumni and community members.
The application process and acceptance period varies depending on the program. While some programs travel annually, others are held every other year. Check the individual program page for full details, deadlines and travel/course dates.
IMPORTANT NOTES:
- This process does not apply to the Rwanda program; check the Rwanda page for application details.
- Applicants DO NOT enroll in the course nor do they complete anything via the Study Abroad website until they have been pre-selected by the program leaders through the process listed above. The IPDS application can be accessed at the country-specific program webpage.
Scholarships and funds are available to help students participate in international programs. Below are several opportunities available through Buffalo State. Be sure to look for scholarships on your own through community organizations and groups.
- Managed through the Financial Aid Office. Once you have completed the General Application you will be auto-matched to scholarships that you immediately qualify for – no further action is required.
- Managed by the School of Education Office of the Dean. To request funding from your dean and department chair to help cover travel expenses associated with your participation in an IPDS program. Submit completed form to Tamara Horstman-Riphahn in Bacon 306.
- Managed by the School of Education Office of the Dean. To request funding to support research completed while participating in an IPDS program. Submit completed form to Tamara Horstman-Riphahn in Bacon 306.
- Managed by the Study Away office to provide financial awards to students participating in international study programs and to contribute to promotional activities for these programs. Submit completed form to Melissa Holland in South Wing 430.
- To request funding to support participation in international service-learning or international volunteer experiences. Submit completed form to the Civic and Community Engagement Office in South Wing 10.
