Nina Tretiak-Shields Fund

This fund supports students studying a foreign language and culture abroad.

Created with a bequest from a retired professor of Russian at UB, this fund supports students studying a foreign language and culture abroad. Nina Tretiak-Shields was born in 1914 in Ukraine and attended Kharkiv University during the totalitarian regime of Joseph Stalin. Despite threats to her life from Stalin’s forces, she stayed at the university to complete her doctorate. In 1940, Dr. Tretiak-Shields fled Ukraine and landed in a refugee camp in Germany. In 1950, she immigrated to the US with her family. Speaking no English, she was awarded a scholarship to study Russian Language and Literature at Indiana University. In 1959, Dr. Tretiak-Shields came to the University at Buffalo and opened the Department of Russian Language and Literature. She retired from UB in 1982.The aim is to foster direct contact with the host culture and immersion opportunities that help advance language acquisition as well as cross-cultural understanding.

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CAS Experiential Learning Fund
8/24/26
In the College of Arts and Sciences, experiential learning encompasses a broad variety of experiences, including research, internships, mentorships, fellowships and workshops. These unique hands-on learning experiences empower students to discover new passions, apply their knowledge and make a difference in society.
Advocacy Institute Endowment Fund
8/24/26
The Advocacy Institute is a multifaceted effort to provide experiences and help develop practical skills in trial and appellate advocacy and alternative dispute resolution.
Augustus H. Shearer Memorial Endowment Fund
8/24/26
Named for a famed librarian at UB, this fund supports activities throughout the Information Science department in the Graduate School of Education.
Julia Buscaglia Student Support Fund
8/24/26
Emergencies involve circumstances which are beyond the student’s control, including a death in the family, accident, loss of property, loss of income or unanticipated educational expenses. These funds offer temporary one-time financial assistance for immediate and current emergency situations.
School of Nursing Scholarship Fund
8/24/26
Scholarships are among the most valuable forms of aid students can receive during their college career and are designed to support students who have exceptional academic records and potential and established need.
Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering Department Fund
8/24/26
In the Department of Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering (part of the School of Engineering and Applied Sciences), we realize that mechanical and aerospace engineers have the opportunity to change the world.
School of Management Dean’s Innovation Fund
8/24/26
In an ever-changing world, the School of Management Dean’s Innovation Fund is used at the Dean’s discretion to drive the school forward, and support a range of enhancements that benefit students, faculty and the business community.
Susan E. Bennett Memorial Fund
8/24/26
Students in the Department of Rehabilitation Science receive support through this fund.
Family Medicine Endowment Fund
8/24/26
The Family Medicine Endowment Fund was created in 1997 to support the department’s mission in perpetuity. The fund was established by various donors in order to enhance the programs and activities of the Department of Family Medicine in the Jacobs School of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences at the University at Buffalo, at the discretion of the Chair of the Department of Family Medicine.
Dr. Thomas J. and Barbara L. Guttuso Scholarship and Award Fund Endowment
8/24/26
“Our motives for giving are simple," said Thomas J. Guttuso Sr., MD ‘60. "In my former role as Dean of Admissions for the medical school, I witnessed firsthand the need for scholarship funds to help students financially. We also wanted to give back in gratitude for the education I received.”
Buffalo Center for Social Research Fund
8/24/26
This fund was established in 2007 by consolidating the School of Social Work Research Center Fund and the School of Social Work Starter and Pilot fund for research. Dr. Thomas H. Nochajski, UB School of Social Work faculty member, helped establish this fund.
Law School Scholarship Fund
8/24/26
At UB, we strive to attract qualified students from all walks of life. We believe, fervently, that an equal and fair judicial system must reflect the full range of cultures, beliefs and voices of our democracy. No law school can be exceptional if only the financially privileged can attend.
Kathleen M. Shaffer Memorial Award Fund
8/24/26
The friends and family of Kathleen M. Shaffer established this fund in 2008 to honor her passion and skill. The fund supports an annual award to a fifth-year student who has displayed academic and clinical excellence and promise in the field of occupational therapy within the School of Public Health and Health Professions.
UB Alumni Singapore Community Leadership Award
8/24/26
Created by UB alumni in Singapore, this fund supports students from Singapore studying at UB, including through the UB Bound program of the UB undergraduate program at the Singapore Institute of Management.
Ethan Christian Memorial Award Fund
8/24/26
The Ethan Christian Memorial Award Fund was established by Dean and Patricia Christian in order to honor the memory of their son Ethan, UB School of Nursing Class of 2012.
Robert E. Valenti Memorial Scholarship Fund
8/24/26
Robert Valenti received his bachelor’s degree from UB (with honors), and was attending UB in pursuit of his doctorate in educational leadership and policy when he died suddenly from a brain aneurysm. He was 27 years old.
Dr. Robert J. Genco School of Dental Medicine Speakers Series Fund
8/24/26
The Robert J. Genco Distinguished Speaker Series Fund honors a well-known researcher in oral science and a tireless advocate for interdisciplinary research and entrepreneurship. Dr. Genco spent more than 50 years at UB before he died unexpectedtly in 2019.
James Joyce Collection Endowment Fund
8/24/26
UB is renowned for holding the largest collection of James Joyce works in the world, honoring one of the twentieth century’s most influential writers, and distinguishing UB as the leading resource for Joyce scholarship.
Gregory B. Jarvis Scholarship Fund
8/24/26
Established in 1986 by Mrs. Marcia Jarvis & Moog Controls, Inc., the fund provides annual scholarships in memory of Gregory B. Jarvis to undergraduate students pursuing a degree in the University at Buffalo School of Engineering and Applied Sciences.
Joseph T.J. Stewart and Sally K. Stewart Endowment Fund
8/24/26
As part of our efforts to directly benefit management students, this fund supports academically related intiatives throughout the School of Management.
Seal the Deal Endowment Fund
8/24/26
The Seal the Deal Endowment Fund is used to enable top students to say “yes” to UB when it might not otherwise be possible, or to stay in school when outside obligations might prevent them from staying through to graduation. The fund was established by Raymond P. Dannenhoffer, Ph.D., '87, M.A., '82.
Class of 1980 David Foti Memorial Award
8/24/26
Established in memory of Dr. David Foti, `80 by his classmates in the UB School of Dental Medicine Class of 1980, this fund supports an annual award to a student who has just completed their first year of dental school, and who displays strong spirit and character.
Tracey I. Wheeler Scholarship
8/24/26
In 2015 Robert Wheeler, who received a degree in exercise science from UB, established the Tracey I. Wheeler Scholarship. This endowed fund at the School of Nursing is in honor of his late wife who passed away of sudden cardiac arrest at the age of 45. Tracey, a registered nurse who specialzed in critical care, received an associate nursing degree from Sisters Hospital and was known for the exceptional care she gave and the close relationships she formed with patients.
Dental Medicine Class of 1964 Endowed Scholarship Fund
8/24/26
The Dental Medicine Class of 1964 Endowed Scholarship Fund was established by Dr. Charles A. Smith II to provide annual scholarships to students of the University at Buffalo School of Dental Medicine.
Thorn and Rose Award Fund
8/24/26
Established in honor of Professor Emeritus Bertha Laury, this fund provides an award to a Master of Social Work (MSW) student who has blossomed from a “thorn” into a “rose” while attending the MSW program. The award is not necessarily presented every year, but only on rare occasions.
Computer Science and Engineering Department Fund
8/24/26
Founded in 1967 by a computing pioneer, the Computer Science and Engineering Department was one of the first in the nation.
Nina Tretiak-Shields Fund
8/24/26
Created with a bequest from a retired professor of Russian at UB, this fund supports students studying a foreign language and culture abroad. Nina Tretiak-Shields was born in 1914 in Ukraine and attended Kharkiv University during the totalitarian regime of Joseph Stalin. Despite threats to her life from Stalin’s forces, she stayed at the university to complete her doctorate. In 1940, Dr. Tretiak-Shields fled Ukraine and landed in a refugee camp in Germany. In 1950, she immigrated to the US with her family. Speaking no English, she was awarded a scholarship to study Russian Language and Literature at Indiana University. In 1959, Dr. Tretiak-Shields came to the University at Buffalo and opened the Department of Russian Language and Literature. She retired from UB in 1982.The aim is to foster direct contact with the host culture and immersion opportunities that help advance language acquisition as well as cross-cultural understanding.
John and Katherine Simpson Scholarship Fund
8/24/26
Established by friends, colleagues and other supporters of John and Katherine Simpson, this fund recognizes the couple for their steadfast commitment to the university during Dr. Simpson's seven-year tenure as President.
Discover Law Summer Scholars Program
8/24/26
Our award-winning Discover Law Undergraduate Scholars Program introduces talented students of color and first-generation students to law school and the rewards of a legal career.
Chester A. Glomski, MD, Alpha Omega Alpha Endowment Fund
8/24/26
Alpha Omega Alpha (AOA) is a national organization dedicated to supporting academic excellence and perpetuating excellence in the medical profession.
John Paroski Memorial Endowment Award Fund
8/24/26
Every year, this fund provides at least one award to a fourth-year medical student at the beginning of the fourth year, to help with expenses related to residency application.
Dr. Saxon Graham Epidemiology and Environmental Health Student Award
8/24/26
Given by the chair of the Department of Epidemiology and Environmental Health, the fund supports research activities that are conducted as part of a doctoral dissertation. Specifically, it includes a cash award to a graduating student for the best dissertation, and a research award given to a student to further their doctoral research.
Medical School Class of 1973 Scholarship
8/24/26
Established by the Medical Class of 1973, this fund provides one or more annual grants to a student (or students) enrolled in UB’s Jacobs School of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences.
Kristopher L. Braselton Memorial Award
8/24/26
Established in 2000 as a tribute to Kristopher Braselton, MSW '98, this fund provides an annual award to a graduating Master of Social Work student who has demonstrated academic persistence and determination, as well as the ability to overcome a personal difficulty or challenge. The recipient, who receives the award at commencement, must also intend to pursue a career in the health and/or mental health and disabilities field.
S. David Farr Scholarship Fund
8/24/26
Dr. Farr’s accomplishments include developing a computerized communication system for the Stein family and their son, Matthew. This fund, named in Dr. Farr’s honor, provides a scholarship for students pursuing a graduate program in the Graduate School of Education at the University at Buffalo. Preference is given to students who are studying or conducting research in a program that includes the interface of learning and technology.
Global Health Equity Community of Excellence Fund
8/24/26
By advancing foundational science, developing innovative solutions, training students and demonstrating impact, the Community for Global Health Equity (CGHE) aims to improve people’s lives around the world.
Social Innovation Fund
8/24/26
Across the globe, social innovation is rapidly growing, as companies, nonprofits and governments partner to tackle sweeping challenges. That’s the spirit that guides the Social Impact Fellows program—and benefits all involved.
WOW Fund
8/24/26
UB School of Management students are often motivated and qualified to access professional and career development opportunities on a national level, but cannot afford to participate.
Welch-Ludwig Fund for International Study
8/24/26
Created by two highly regarded and long-serving faculty internationalists at UB (Claude Welch and Jeannette Ludwig), this fund provides scholarships to UB students pursuing studies overseas in various fields. The example of Professor Welch’s and Professor Ludwig’s research and teaching about the global community inspires students to make the world their classroom. Based on available funds, a limited number of partial scholarships are awarded on a competitive basis to assist students with the costs of study abroad for an academic year, semester, summer, or winter program.
Lynn T. Kozlowski Community Health and Health Behavior Fund
8/24/26
This fund was named for the founding chair of the Department of Community Health and Health Behavior, and former dean of the School of Public Health and Health Professions, Dr. Lynn T. Kozlowski. Dr. Kozlowski’s longstanding impact on our University at Buffalo community through education, leadership, mentorship, and research advances in the field of public health will forever be remembered as we continue to support student academic success through this named fund. The fund provides resources for the Department of Community Health and Health Behavior.
School of Management Student Emergency Fund
8/24/26
The UB School of Management Student Emergency Fund was created to offer financial assistance for students facing immediate and current emergency situations.
Steven M. Robbins Memorial Scholarship Fund
8/24/26
This fund provides an annual scholarship to a third-year dental student at the University at Buffalo School of Dental Medicine who is involved in both class and school affairs, and has an academic standing in the top third of the class.

Established in 1993 by Dr. Barry A. Ruchlin and Dr. Frederic M. Hirsh, the scholarship is in memory of Steven M. Robbins.
University Honors College Scholarship Fund
8/24/26
Since the 1920s when the university established one of the nation’s first Honors Programs, UB has provided a unique environment for top students.
Microbiology Fund
8/24/26
Dr. Eugene A. Gorzynski — who earned his bachelor’s, master’s and doctoral degrees at UB — was a popular professor and scholar in the Department of Microbiology.
New York City Program in Finance and Law Endowment Fund
8/24/26
Unique among law schools, our semester-long program in the heart of Manhattan enables our students to work with expert attorneys and faculty in a global finance capital.
Football Scholarship Endowment Fund
8/24/26
Established by Robert E. Rich, Sr., the Football Scholarship Endowment Fund supports scholarships for athletes participating in the intercollegiate football program of the University at Buffalo.
Department of Nuclear Medicine Endowment Fund
8/24/26
Established by faculty and staff members, alumni, former residents and friends, the Department of Nuclear Medicine Endowment Fund underwrites activities and projects that enrich and enhance the academic environment in the department, and throughout the School of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences.
Department of Rehabilitation Science Scholarship Fund
8/24/26
Scholarships can make an extraordinary difference for students in need — including those who are the first in their families to attend college. This fund supports scholarships for students in the Department of Rehabilitation Science—part of the School of Public Health and Health Professions.
Clifford C. Furnas Eminent Professors Fund
8/24/26
Named for a former President of UB, this fund provides stipends to students holding Furnas Memorial Student Research Assistantships in UB’s School of Engineering and Applied Sciences. In addition, the fund honors professors who are both teaching and conducting research in engineering and applied sciences, providing them with the title of Clifford C. Furnas Eminent Professor.
School of Management Endowment Fund
8/24/26
Established by Mark IV Industries Inc. and Mr. Charles P. Dunn, the School of Management Endowment Fund supports the general needs of the University at Buffalo School of Management under the direction of the Dean.
J. Scott Fleming Merit Awards Endowment Fund
8/24/26
Whatever a student’s career path may be, leadership skills can help them make a greater impact, get promoted faster, and reach their full potential. Whether students are brand new to leadership or have years of experience, they will discover a variety of opportunties to improve their leadership skills at UB.
Dental School Scholarship Fund
8/24/26
Scholarships are an essential part of attracting and retaining top students, and ensuring that all students have access to an exceptional dental education.
UB Fund for the School of Nursing
8/24/26
At the School of Nursing, students engage in experiential learning in collaborative community settings, in the classroom, and with each other. Interprofessional opportunities abound within the classroom, simulation labs and on cultural exchanges promoting an atmosphere that encourages a collaborative exchange of ideas.
Haseltine Clements Memorial Fund
8/24/26
Professor Haseltine T. Clements, who was forced by illness to retire from her position as director of field instruction in the School of Social Work.
Class of 1949 Endowment
8/24/26
The Class of 1949 Endowment, established in 1990 by the School of Dental Medicine Class of 1949, provides annual financial aid to a fourth-year student who is well-rounded and places in the top one-third of their class in academic standing.
Charles E. Mann Public Interest Award Fund
8/24/26
The public interest and not-for-profit agencies where law students work are often understaffed and need additional assistance, but are unable to pay students. This fund helps allow talented students to work in the public interest and be paid to do so.
UB Fund for the School of Architecture and Planning
8/24/26
The UB Fund for the School of Architecture and Planning supports a variety of student-facing activities, including (but not limited to) student scholarships, experiential learning opportunities, programs and other initiatives designed to help students succeed. These opportunities play a pivotal role in helping UB attract, retain and support top students.
Undergraduate College Scholarship Fund Endowment
8/24/26
Established by the Office of Financial Aid, the Undergraduate College Scholarship Fund Endowment provides scholarships for undergraduate students at UB.
Friends of the Poetry Collection Endowment Fund
8/24/26
UB’s Poetry Collection serves as the library of record for 20th- and 21st-century poetry in English, thanks in large part to gifts from alumni and friends.
Julian Sojda Memorial Award Endowment Fund
8/24/26
This award was established in memory of Julian Sojda, by his family, friends and colleagues. Julian was a 1994 Master of Social Work (MSW) graduate of the UB School of Social Work and an adjunct faculty member. He was also in private practice in the Western New York community.
Robert M. Cooper Memorial Fund
8/24/26
Robert M. Cooper, former professor and associate dean of the School of Pharmacy, was an expert in pharmacy law. This fund, established in 1997 in his memory, is used by the chair of the Pharmacy Practice Department to award scholarships to students in the UB Doctor of Pharmacy program, and also to present an annual award to a member of the graduating class for high academic achievement in pharmacy law, and for embodying Dr. Cooper’s qualities of professionalism, ethics and integrity.
Social Work Memorial Fund
8/24/26
Help support the School of Social Work through the Memorial Fund, which is your opportunity to donate in memory of someone who passed away.
Educational Leadership and Policy Resource Fund
8/24/26
Part of the Graduate School of Education, the Department of Educational Leadership and Policy (ELP) prepares educational leaders, researchers and policymakers to identify, understand and solve complex problems facing education — particularly related to the inequitable distribution of opportunities by race, class, gender and national origin in a global context.
Matthew Grappone Scholarship Fund
8/24/26
Mattnew Grappone received his BS in Aerospace Engineering in 1987 and his BS in Mechanical Engineering in 1997, and was employed at Computer Information Technology (CIT — now known as UB Information Technology) at UB. Matt spent 12 of his 30 years connected with UB in these two areas, before he passed away unexpectedly.
Sustainable Manufacturing and Advanced Robotics Technologies Lab Fund
8/24/26
UB’s Sustainable Manufacturing and Advanced Robotic Technologies (SMART) Community of Excellence is focused on developing advanced materials, technologies and processes that enable the sustainable, data-driven, cost effective production of high quality, customizable products.
Matthew J. Schnirel Memorial Scholarship Endowment Fund
8/24/26
Matthew J. Schnirel, JD '08, was just beginning his career — the youngest associate at his firm — when his life was tragically cut short in a plane crash, as he and a senior partner were flying home from Cleveland after settling a case.
Professor Emeritus Dr. Thomas J. Bardos Scholarship Fund
8/24/26
Thomas Bardos was a generous man. He funded awards and scholarships at UB, the American Association for Cancer Research, the University of Notre Dame, the University of Illinois and in his native Hungary, and helped countless others through the years.
Oral Biology Graduate Student Research Fund
8/24/26
The Department of Oral Biology, part of the School of Dental Medicine, supports basic and clinical research directed to solve important problems affecting oral and general health.
Medical Alumni Endowed Scholarship Fund
8/24/26
Medical students incur an average of nearly $180,000 in debt by graduation. Debt of this magnitude discourages many talented and diverse students from pursuing a career in medicine. It also influences their choices about what field to specialize in and where they ultimately choose to practice.
School of Pharmacy Activities Fund
8/24/26
Established by friends of the school, this fund supports the goals and authorized activities of the School of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences under the direction of the school’s Dean.
Exercise Science Undergraduate Scholarship Award
8/24/26
Scholarships provide transformative opportunities for students in the exercise science program in the Department of Excercise and Nutrition Sciences — part of the School of Public Health and Health Professions. For underserved students (including those who are the first in their families to attend college), scholarships can be the deciding factor in choosing to attend UB, or being able to earn their degree.
Dr. Coletta A. Klug Fund
8/24/26
The Coletta A. Klug Fund provides awards to support undergraduate and graduate students who wish to enhance their knowledge and clinical skills in psychiatric mental health nursing, thereby promoting career development in this specialty area of nursing practice.
Emergency Fund
8/24/26
The Emergency Fund is available to students whose unexpected financial circumstances could impact their ability to remain enrolled in the Jacobs School of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences.
President’s Fund for Excellence Endowment
8/24/26
Established by various donors, the President’s Fund for Excellence Endowment is used by the President of UB to support annual priorites throughout the university.
Buffalo Public Interest Law Program
8/24/26
Commonly referred to as BPILP, the Buffalo Public Interest Law Program encourages law students to use their talents to bring equal access to those in need of legal help.
Department of Architecture Fund
8/24/26
The Department of Architecture Fund provides ongoing support for a wealth of resources and activities within the department, which is part of UB’s School of Architecture and Planning.
UB Fund for the School of Dental Medicine
8/24/26
The UB School of Dental Medicine plays a critical role in advancing oral health in Buffalo-Niagara and around the world through its academic programs, research and community outreach. The UB Fund for the provides general support for the school.
Kornel L. Terplan M.D. Lecture Fund
8/24/26
Established in 2000 by the family of Kornel L. Terplan, M.D., this fund provides an annual lecture at the discretion of the Chair of the Department of Pathology in the Jacobs School of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences at the University at Buffalo.
Catholic Campus Ministry Program Fund
8/24/26
This fund was established to accept gifts to be used as discretionary funding by the Director of Catholic Campus Ministry at UB, to benefit the programs of the UB Newman Center.
Gerhard Levy Endowment Fund
8/24/26
Dr. Gerhard Levy is considered the father of pharmacodynamics for his role as a pioneer and principal contributor in the fields of biopharmaceutics, pharmacokinetics, clinical pharmacokinetics and pharmacodynamics.
Center for Literacy and Reading Instruction Fund
8/24/26
CLaRI, the Center for Literacy and Reading Instruction, is a community resource for the assessment of children’s literacy development and individualized reading instruction, as well as a literacy research center. Children attending CLaRI for one 12-week session have shown significant growth in their reading and writing abilities (results vary depending on the child’s literacy and instructional needs).
Philip and Elayne Wels Athletic Scholarship Fund
8/24/26
Established by Dr. & Mrs. Philip B. Wels and other donors, this scholarship fund provides crucial support to UB Athletics.
School of Nursing Fund for Justice, Equity, Diversity and Inclusion
8/24/26
At the School of Nursing, we are committed to fostering an environment that supports all individuals and values diversity, inclusion and equity. These elements are fundamental to our core values of integrity, collaboration, accountability, respect for diverse backgrounds and opinions, and excellence.
Engineering Education Resource Fund
8/24/26
At the Department of Engineering Education within the School of Engineering and Applied Sciences, we believe that the engineering education system in the United States succeeds in producing knowledgeable, competent and qualified engineers, but it could do so more effectively and efficiently. At the same time, the engineering education system in the U.S. fails to produce a diverse population of engineers at all degree levels.
William Eller Memorial Scholarship Fund
8/24/26
William Eller was a professor emeritus at UB’s Graduate School of Education, and one of the world's most accomplished researchers in the field of reading instruction.
School of Law Emergency Student Assistance Fund
8/24/26
The UB School of Law Emergency Student Assistance Fund was created to offer financial assistance for students facing immediate and current emergency situations. Emergencies involve circumstances beyond the student’s control such as death in the family, accident, loss of property, loss of income, health emergency or other unanticipated educational expenses.
CAS Student Emergency Fund
8/24/26
When you make a gift to the College of Arts and Sciences student emergency fund, you provide much-needed relief for students—and you help our community remain strong.
Sandford B. Sugarman Memorial Fund for Continuing Dental Education
8/24/26
Established in 1980, the Sandford B. Sugarman Memorial Fund for Continuing Dental Education provide dental symposiums in memory of Sandford B. Sugarman.
J. Warren Perry Lecture Fund
8/24/26
A prolific and accomplished scholar, administrator, author and lecturer, J. Warren Perry was founding dean of the University at Buffalo School of Health Related Professions (now the School of Public Health and Health Professions). He established this fund, along with his brother Dr. Charles D. Perry, to support an annual lecture at the school. The presenter of the lecture is typically someone of national stature and/or distinction in at least one significant area of interest to the allied health professions.
Stephen J. Paolini, M.D. Memorial Fund
8/24/26
Established by Erie County Medical Center Medical-Dental staff and alumni gifts, this fund provides an annual award to a University at Buffalo medical student who has demonstrated an exceptional level of caring for others.
Industrial and Systems Engineering Resource Fund
8/24/26
Created in 1946, the Department of Industrial and Systems Engineering is one of the founding departments of the School of Engineering and Applied Sciences at UB. Here, we are committed to advancing research and education in numerous disciplines, including operations research, production systems, manufacturing, quality, simulation and human factors.
Gustin L. Reichbach Memorial Endowment Fund
8/24/26
This fund assists undergraduate students in the College of Arts and Sciences who are near graduation, but – due to an unexpected financial crisis – may be unable to graduate.
School of Architecture and Planning Student Emergency Fund
8/24/26
Some of the School of Architecture and Planning’s most vulnerable students—including those who rely on the university for food, income or housing—may experience significant financial hardship when faced with an emergency. The School of Architecture and Planning’s Student Emergency Fund helps to ensure these basic needs are met, so these students can focus on their education.
Random Acts of Kindness Endowment Fund
8/24/26
The Random Acts of Kindness Fund—believed to be one of the first emergency-relief programs in the country of its kind—provides short-term assistance to students who face sudden changes in their financial circumstances that could prevent them from finishing school. The fund was established in 2002 by the University at Buffalo Student Association.
Marceline Jaques Scholarship Fund
8/24/26
The Marceline Jaques Scholarship Fund provides an annual scholarship to a student pursuing graduate studies in the field of rehabilitation, with preference given to doctoral students.
Dr. Stephen Dunnett Study Abroad Scholarship Fund
8/24/26
Established by UB's first and long-serving Vice Provost for International Education (Professor Stephen Dunnett), this fund supports UB students in any field pursuing study abroad through a UB or SUNY program. Having created the Office of Study Abroad Programs some 30 years ago, Professor Dunnett sought to increase study abroad opportunities for UB students and his fund will continue that effort. Dr. Dunnett created this endowment with the belief that experiencing other cultures through study abroad not only enhances students' personal self-growth, but also prepares them to effectively participate and compete in an increasingly multicultural and global society. Through this gift, Dr. Dunnett seeks to reduce the financial barriers to immersive study abroad experiences, thereby allowing access to this transformational experience to a wider populations of UB students. Based on available funds, a limited number of partial scholarships are awarded on a competitive basis to assist students with the costs of study abroad for an academic year, semester, summer, or winter program.
Nancy E. Welch Award
8/24/26
Established in 1979 by UB Professor Claude E. Welch, this fund provides awards to undergraduate students for outstanding contributions to the quality of student life. Recipients are selected based on the the quality of the programs they have developed and the student's learning experience, among other factors.
One World Cafe
8/24/26
One World Café, UB’s new “front door,” is an exciting renovation that will provide students, staff and visitors with a state-of-the-art dining and gathering space.
School of Law Social Justice and Racial Equity Fund
8/24/26
The fund is designed to support a variety of initiatives, including diversity scholarships and fellowships, bar exam support for students of color, the Discover Law program for underrepresented students considering law school, and training and programming on racial justice topics. By promoting inclusive excellence, the fund will help remove barriers to access and advancement for students, faculty and staff at the law school and in the legal profession.
John H. Hunt Memorial Fund
8/24/26
The John H. Hunt Memorial Fund provides a four-year scholarship to a senior student at the Buffalo Public School’s Academy of Visual and Performing Arts who has been accepted to study music at the University at Buffalo’s music department.

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UB ice scientist among authors of new IPCC climate change report
9/7/21
Sophie Nowicki is one of 18 lead authors on a chapter about ocean, cryosphere and sea level change, reflecting a decade of leadership on international collaborations
Diana Aga named director of UB RENEW Institute
7/27/21
Aga, a professor of chemistry, is a globally recognized leader in environmental science and analytical chemistry.
UB professors receive Fulbright awards to study educational equity, democracy in Asia and Germany
3/23/21
UB professors Jaekyung Lee and Anya Bernstein have received 2020-21 Fulbright Scholar Awards, one of the most widely recognized and prestigious scholarships in the world.
Nojin Kwak named vice provost for international education
2/16/21
Kwak will serve as UB’s senior international officer, responsible for leading central international research and academic programs and services.
UB unveils James Joyce mural in downtown Buffalo, plans creation of Joyce museum
6/14/21
The mural, which arrives ahead of the 100th anniversary of Joyce’s landmark book “Ulysses,” is part of a broader fundraising campaign and initiative to raise awareness of the UB James Joyce Collection.
UB Alumni Association elects new president, officers
7/13/21
Dharshan Jayasinghe, BA ’03, will lead the association, which represents the interests of more than 280,000 graduates around the world.
UB alum Lawrence Tabak named acting NIH director
12/16/21
UB alumnus Lawrence Tabak has been named the acting director of the NIH by U.S. Secretary of Health and Human Services Xavier Becerra.
Two UB faculty win Fulbright awards
9/27/21
Diana Aga and Robert M. Straubinger are UB's newest faculty recipients of the prestigious international awards.