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Already among “Best National Universities,” UB cracks top 10 for least student debt, according to U.S. News rankings
9/10/13
BUFFALO, N.Y. – Students who want to attend an exceptional public university that doesn’t burden them with overwhelming debt should consider the University at Buffalo, according to U.S. News and World Report.
Zombies to invade UB classroom this semester
8/27/13
BUFFALO, N.Y. — The zombie outbreak that has infected American popular culture will spread to the University at Buffalo this fall.
Opportunity of a lifetime: UB student introduces the president
8/22/13
BUFFALO, N.Y. — Until Thursday, Silvana C. D’Ettorre had never given a public speech. That changed in a big way as the University at Buffalo sophomore and Grand Island native stood before thousands of people in Alumni Arena and welcomed President Barack Obama to Western New York.
Obama visits UB, unveils higher education reforms
8/22/13
BUFFALO, N.Y. – Speaking before an audience of thousands at Alumni Arena on Thursday, President Barack Obama announced a plan he said would “shake up the system” and make college more affordable for middle-class students, including those who attend the University at Buffalo.
UB President Satish K. Tripathi’s remarks during President Obama’s visit
8/22/13
The remarks that University at Buffalo President Satish K. Tripathi will deliver to the audience at Alumni Arena prior to President Barack Obama’s speech today are enclosed.
Dean Folks ramping up ‘experiential learning’ for engineering students
8/6/13
BUFFALO, N.Y. – Christine DiGiacomo is rare among college graduates. Not only did she secure a job before earning a bachelor’s degree in industrial engineering from the University at Buffalo in May, but her hunt ended before Thanksgiving.
Monster in the Great Lakes: UB students study plastic pollution
8/6/13
BUFFALO, N.Y. – When Andrea Martinez opts for the can of juice instead of the plastic bottle at the store, it’s apparent that the research she performed on pollution in Lake Ontario has had an effect on her.
Media advisory: Students from across U.S. to showcase research they conducted in Buffalo
7/31/13
On Friday, Aug. 2, more than 100 student scientists from across the country will convene in downtown Buffalo to show off posters describing the results of research they completed in regional labs.
Engineering students design bridge for rural Kenyans, now they’re seeking funding to build it
7/9/13
BUFFALO, N.Y. – A senior class project for Jerome O’Connor’s students is counting for much more than a final grade; it’s giving them real world experience and a chance to help people in need.
Intern puts skills to use at engineering firm Cobham
7/3/13
BUFFALO, N.Y. – Megan Whalen was slightly apprehensive about starting an internship at engineering firm Cobham this summer.