Year One Newsletter

Year One Newsletter arrives to your inbox regularly during your first year to help you navigate being New to UB.

Tips for Success

Current students offer their top tips to find success at UB.

Figuring out how to manage your time will ensure your success in and out of the classroom. OL Ricky reminds you to make sure you allow time for yourself! Scheduling specific times to study and learn allows you to use other times in your week to recharge with self-care and time to enjoy your college experience.

College is a big adjustment in many ways, especially academically, but there are many ways to find success! OL Alex suggests connecting with your professors after class or during office hours to feel more involved in class and access support easier when you have questions or concerns about the material.

Utilizing your campus resources will allow you to reach your goals and enjoy your college experience as much as possible. OLs Ira and Noor recommend using your resources early and often. Attending professor office hours, TA study sessions, and tutoring are just a few of the ways that UB students can seek help on campus.

Be open to navigating challenges and finding new ways to solve problems. College can bring many new opportunities and obstacles. OL Jeremiah suggests that you ask as many questions as possible. The clearer the information is, the better you can tackle the challenge.

The best way to manage the stress of midterms and final exams is to have a plan for studying and ask for help along the way. OL Laura suggests you look at your syllabi and fill in your calendar ahead of time with assignment due dates and exams- it'll help you see your busiest weeks ahead of time so you can plan ahead!

Current students offer their strategies for how to build connections and community when you are New to UB!

Check out UBLinked to learn about campus clubs and events. Whether you want to find events and clubs with people similar or very different from you, UBLinked is your go-to tool! OL Ricky shares that joining a club or a team is a great way to connect with people and to find some friends with shared interests. Joining a student association to learn more about different cultures can also be a great way to open your horizons and to meet a variety of people!

Connect your academic experiences with involvement outside of class. OL Alex encourages you to talk to others in your class. You can discuss course material or other interests. These relationships will help you succeed in the classroom and build your connections outside of class.

Recharge yourself with friends, family, and self-care. OL Noor recommends attending campus events that fit within your time constraints and allow for socialization and fun between classes. As a commuter, you can find ways to make the most of your time between classes and save time at the end of the day to go home, relax, and recharge.

Remember that everyone is figuring things out! Many students, new and returning are seeking connection, and creating that initial connection can feel intimidating. OL Ira recommends complimenting people. Noticing someone’s sticker on their laptop or choice of footwear can be a great opportunity to start a conversation about a shared interest or hobby.

Helping new students transition to life at UB:

Student Life

University at Buffalo
112 Student Union, North Campus
Buffalo, NY 14260

Phone: (716) 645-6125