Student Life Guide - University at Buffalo

New to UB
- First-Year and Transfer Students
  New to UB programs will introduce you to life on campus and prepare you for a successful start at UB.
- International and Graduate Students
  Complete a set of steps to get started as an international or graduate student at UB.
  - International and Graduate Students Overview
- Meet the Staff
  See who can answer your questions and help ensure a smooth transition to life at UB.
  - Meet the Staff Overview
- New to UB orientation programs will introduce you to life as a UB student and prepare you for a successful start here.
  Learn about orientation>
Life on Campus
- Living and Dining
  Find the answers you need about where to live, eat and shop on campus.
  - Living and Dining Overview
- Health and Wellness
  Learn how to get medical care, improve your wellness and make healthy choices.
- Community and Safety
  Understand your responsibilities as a UB student, and see how you can make safer choices.
- Clubs, Activities and Events
  Get involved to make more friends, learn more skills and have more fun.
Skills for Success
- Life Skills
  Gain valuable skills that can help you in your career and all aspects of your life.
- Interpersonal Relationships
  Discover how you can build stronger relationships at UB and throughout your life.
  - Interpersonal Relationships Overview
  - Relationships and Getting Along With Others
- Career Exploration
  Use the Career Design Center and Here to Career resources to get connected and take the next steps.
  - Career Exploration Overview
Help/Support
- Who Can Help Me?
  Find helpful people and resources throughout the university.
- Emergency and Crisis
  Call (716) 645-2222 or use any blue light emergency phone on campus; off-campus call 911.
- Not sure where to start? See a directory of on-campus resources.
  View campus resources>

About

COMING SUMMER 2022 - A New Home for Health Services

5/27/22

The new location on Maple Road includes more space and a better layout to provide high-quality medical care for students.

5/23/22

Congratulations to this year's graduates!

5/17/22

Your health and wellness is an essential component to having a successful semester.

Celebrating Our Dirtiest Tradition: Oozefest

5/17/22

One of UB's most popular traditions, learn more about the beloved mud volleyball tournament enjoyed by both students and alumni.

How Can We Help You?

5/17/22

Need help? We’re here for you. Learn more about how we can help you be well, achieve your goals and enjoy your time at UB.

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Faces & Voices

“The university and the people here really care, and can really make a difference in your life.”

Viva Ayvar, student

“It was awesome to be able to use what I learned while working on campus and apply it right away.”

Hayden Harter, student

“Despite our differences, we all had a common goal—to make an impact.”

Kwang Jin, student

“I always wanted to do volunteer work and help people.”

Boma Zelma Aminigo, student

“These next few years are the beginning of a dramatic change in how we meet the health and wellness needs of our students.”

Brian F. Hamluk, Vice President for Student Life

“I feel so much more confident in myself, and I love what I’m doing.”

Emily Kicinski, student

“My role here as a Student Engagement Ambassador is basically get students more involved on campus.”

Madeline Quek, student

“I made the choice to come to UB because it was a diverse atmosphere that I think no other university offers.”

Brian Brown II, student

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