Our Stories

Read about just a few of our many alumni and friends who accomplish amazing things around the world.

How joining The Spectrum led me to become an award-winning reporter

7/10/19

When I was 24 years old, I quit my job as a TV news producer to be a freelance reporter in Lebanon. I was confident I could succeed as an overseas reporter—largely because of my experience at the University at Buffalo.

Naan-Tastic: Bringing counter-style Indian cuisine to Buffalo

6/27/19

Aman Singh (BS ‘12) and his brother Ajay Singh are bringing the spices and flavors of the streets of India to Buffalo in their new restaurant, Naan-Tastic. The brothers’ second venture opened on Niagara Falls Boulevard in early 2019.

From Shy Student to Multimedia Master

6/21/19

John Koltai (BA '04) was a shy kid from Amherst when he started at UB. Now, he's a full-time freelance designer, animator and director who has worked on films such as Captain America 2: The Winter Soldier and Thor: Ragnarok.

A country doctor gives UB its largest gift ever

1/30/19

George Ellis Jr., MD ’45, and his wife Kelly, remained anonymous donors until recently. Learn about this amazingly generous couple who gave UB its largest gift ever.

Why I left my high-profile job at Twitter

3/11/19

Joel Lunenfeld, BA ’99, was the vice president of global brand strategy at Twitter. Then, at the age of 40, he left it all to operate a gym for underserved kids in his community. Here’s why.