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My First Buffalo Winter: Students from around the world are warming up to Buffalo's weather.

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UB Day at the Ballpark

5/16/12

5/25 A Western New York tradition, sponsored by UB! Come early for refreshments, prizes and live entertainment, then cheer on the Bisons and stay for the fireworks. Register now
UB Downtown Lectures

5/16/12

5/23 The UB Alumni Association presents Dr. Michael Cropp, EMBA ’03 and president and CEO of Independent Health.
CAS Summer Workshops and Camps

5/7/12

June - August Through the UB This Summer program, the College of Arts and Sciences offers a wide range of fun and flexible non-credit courses, workshops, camps and more.
University Community Farmers Market

5/2/12

5/19 This community-based South Campus farmers market is open for the season! Visit us every Saturday for fresh produce, baked goods and other locally produced products.

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