UB program 'cultivates’ WNY startups with funding, mentorship
11/10/22

Through Cultivator — a new program from the startup ventures team at Business and Entrepreneur Partnerships (BEP) — UB invests up to $100,000 and nine months of mentorship in early-stage companies founded by students, faculty, staff, alumni and community members.

“Advocating in a new reality” was theme of Igniting Hope
11/10/22

More than 200 people gathered in-person and remotely for the fifth annual Igniting Hope conference at UB on Aug. 13, 2022. 

UB Teacher Residency Program awarded $3.5 million to expand
11/10/22

The UB Teacher Residency Program, which has been lauded as a nationwide model for addressing the country’s K-12 teacher shortage, has been awarded $3.5 million to expand its reach in Western New York.

Making a house a H.O.M.E.
4/4/19

UB program helps faculty and staff buy homes in the neighborhoods around the South Campus.

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  • University Savings Card
    11/19/18
    Show your UB ID card when you shop at participating businesses, and you’ll get special discounts and other incentives.
  • UB on the Green
    7/20/23
    UB on the Green is a free family friendly concert series featuring fun and interactive activities that highlight the exciting things happening at UB.
  • School Supply Drive
    7/25/23
    Our university employees donate thousands of supplies at the start of every academic year to support the brightest young minds throughout the city.
  • UB Neighbor
    6/8/23
    Our newsletter provides information on the latest UB initiatives and collaborations in the community
  • UB HOME
    4/30/21
    UB's home ownership program encourages employees to put down roots in the neighborhoods surrounding the South Campus.
  • Campaign for the Community
    2/9/17
    UB’s nationally recognized SEFA campaign gives employees the opportunity to donate to organizations in Western New York and beyond.
  • Community Day
    9/7/21
    Every spring and fall UB students roll up their sleeves and join with community members to work on neighborhood improvement projects.
  • Adopt a Family
    11/19/18
    UB departments make the holidays brighter by providing gift wish items for dozens of families every year.
  • Operation Doorhanger
    7/24/23
    Each year before the start of the academic year, UB distributes kits containing tips on how to be a good neighbor as well as other important information to students and neighborhood residents.