Spring Orientation

Spring Orientation is a series of required and optional experiences that you will complete in January prior to the start of the spring semester. You will participate in some sessions live with other new UB students, and you will complete other components asynchronously (on your own, at your convenience). 

Review the details on this page for more information about Spring Orientation and your requirements.

We look forward to welcoming you to UB!

• The online modules cover the basics about being new to UB through a series of videos, written text and un-timed quizzes. You will complete virtually and asynchronously (on your own time and at your own pace).
  
• All new students are required to complete the online orientation modules. 
• New students are emailed instructions for accessing the modules starting on January 10. Plan 1-2 hours to complete before your Spring Orientation Meeting.

• Available January 10 
• Due before your Spring Orientation Meeting or January 30

• In this live, virtual session (using your UB Zoom account) current students go beyond the Online Modules to give you the inside scoop about what it means to be a UB student and what to expect your first semester here.
• First-year students are required to attend; transfer students are very highly encouraged to attend.
• You must complete the Online Modules before attending the Spring Orientation Meeting.
• This 3-hour live session will take place virtually the week before classes begin. Register for one of the two options on your Orientation Data Form. 

• Monday, January 24, 3:00-6:00 p.m.
• Tuesday, January 25, 11:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m.

You select your Spring Orientation Meeting day and time on the Orientation Data Form.

Get to know Orientation Leaders and other new students during casual meet-ups hosted on Zoom the week before classes begin. Bulls Like Me sessions are affinity spaces for you to connect with students with a shared identity or interest. 

Sessions are highly encouraged; view the meet-up schedule below. Zoom Links available below under 'Bulls Like Me Meet-up Schedule'. 

• Wednesday, January 26 at 6, 7, and 8:00 p.m.
• Thursday, January 27 at 6, 7, and 8:00 p.m.
  

Full schedule included on this page. No pre-registration needed. 

Get to know Orientation Leaders and other new students during casual hangouts hosted on Zoom the week before classes begin. Game Nights are for everyone! Expect to play Jackbox, Among Us, or a game of your choosing while you interact with other UB students. 

Sessions are highly encouraged. 

• Wednesday, January 26 at 8:00 p.m.
• Thursday, January 27 at 8:00 p.m.

No pre-registration needed. 

• This in-person event is the official kick-off to the spring semester for new students. The day is semi-structured, meaning some sessions are assigned while others allow you to choose what to attend from several options based on what is most important to you.  
• First-year students are required to attend; transfer students are very highly encouraged to attend.
• This in-person program will take place the Sunday before classes begin. New students living on campus will move in the day before (January 29); new students commuting to campus should plan to commute to UB for Spring Welcome Day.

• Sunday, January 30 from 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.

No pre-registration needed.