Pre-Arrival Live Events
Have questions? Get answers live! Join us to get information about critical topics and prepare for your start at UB.
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Fall 2023 Schedule
Keep an eye out for our emails announcing upcoming pre-arrival live events and join us live to have your questions answered! If you're unable to attend one of our sessions or want to re-watch it, they will be recorded and posted here.
On-campus Housing
UB Campus Living provides housing options on campus for graduate students. Join this session to learn more about on-campus housing options and how to apply.
| Date | Time (ET) | Location | Register |
| Friday, May 5, 2023 | 9:00 a.m. | Zoom | Register for the On-Campus Housing session |
Off-campus Housing
Where you will live when you come to UB is one of the most important decisions you will make. This session provides tips and suggests for students who choose to live off-campus while studying at UB.
| Date | Time (ET) | Location | Register |
| Friday, May 26, 2023 | 9:00 a.m. | Zoom | Register for the Off-Campus Housing session |
U.S. Visa and Travel
Join ISS advisors as we address frequently asked questions from new & transferring students about U.S. visa, travel, online study, & more!
| Date | Time (ET) | Location | Register |
| Friday, June 9, 2023 | 9:00 a.m. | Zoom | Register for the U.S. Visa and Travel session |
UB Card and Meal Plans
Learn how to submit your photo for your UB Card, how to use your UB Card and what meal plan options are available at UB! This informational session was co-hosted by staff members from ISS and Campus Dining and Shops.
| Date | Time (ET) | Location | Register |
| Friday, June 16, 2023 | 9:00 a.m. | Zoom | Register for the UB Card and Meal Plans session |
HUB Student Center - Class Registration, Bill Payment & International Payment
Learn how to register for classes, pay your bill and more! This informational session was co-hosted by staff members from Student Accounts and HUB Student Support Systems and a representative of Flywire.
| Date | Time (ET) | Location | Register |
| Friday, June 23, 2023 | 9:00 a.m. | Zoom | Register for the HUB Student Center session |
International Student Health Insurance and UB Student Wellness Services
Learn about the basics of your international student health insurance coverage and how to utilize UB Health Services, Counseling Services and Health Promotion programs and services.
| Date | Time (ET) | Location | Register |
| Friday, June 30, 2023 | 9:00 a.m. | Zoom | Register for the Health Insurance and Services session |
Academic Success and Expectations at UB
Join us to learn more about UB's academic integrity policies and expectations, as well as academic support services and resources that are available to support your academic success.
| Date | Time (ET) | Location | Register |
| Friday, July 7, 2023 | 9:00 a.m. | Zoom | Register for the Academic Success session |
On-campus Employment and Career Support
Join us to learn more about working on-campus during your academic program and the resources available to help you find on-campus jobs. You will also hear from our colleagues in the Career Design Center about the programs and services they offer to support your future career goals.
| Date | Time (ET) | Location | Register |
| Friday, July 14, 2023 | 9:00 a.m. | Zoom | Register for the On-campus Employment session |
Campus Rules and Safety
Join this session to learn about the privileges and responsibilities of joining the UB community. A representative from University Police will discuss the resources and services they provide to support campus safety.
| Date | Time (ET) | Location | Register |
| Friday, July 21, 2023 | 9:00 a.m. | Zoom | Register for the Campus Rules and Safety session |
Getting Settled at UB - Food, Shopping, etc.
Join us for information about services and resources in Buffalo to help you settle into your life at UB and in the Buffalo community (especially when you first arrive). Learn about food delivery services, places to shop for food and home supplies, transportation options and more.
| Date | Time (ET) | Location | Register |
| Friday, July 28, 2023 | 9:00 a.m. | Zoom | Register for the Getting Settled at UB session |