DVS News and Events

Latest News

  • Distinguished Visiting Scholar to deliver address at ALANA celebration
    6/29/22
    For Patricia Matthew, a UB Distinguished Visiting Scholar (DVS) in the Department of English, the value of the ALANA experience has come full circle.
  • UBNow reports on inaugural cohort of scholars
    6/29/22
    “We are excited to welcome these distinguished scholars to UB, who I know will have broad impact on our campus and community, contributing individually and collectively to a dynamic interdisciplinary environment at UB — expanding opportunities for our students and faculty to innovate in their scholarly and creative endeavors, and ultimately, enhancing the success of our students and faculty,” said Provost A. Scott Weber. See campus news article in UBNow.

Upcoming Events

Distinguished Visiting Scholars Program Events

The scholars host events, activities and speakers.

Humanities Institute/Distinguished Visiting Scholars Program Film Series

The film series commemorates the heritage months during the fall and spring semesters. The series will showcase short and feature-length films by filmmakers of those identities and communities. For at least two of the screenings, filmmakers will be present to talk directly with the audience.