The Orientation, Transition and Parent Programs team helps new students successfully begin their college journey. Through the "New to UB" programs students prepare for academic and personal success as new UB Bulls.
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DIRECTOR
Hometown: Horseheads, NY
Years at UB: 22
UB students are smart, motivated, and passionate about making a difference in the world. It’s a privilege for me to work with and learn from them every day, as they prepare for life in and beyond college.
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ASSOCIATE DIRECTOR
Hometown: Willard, OH
Years at UB: 9
There’s something special about UB and the students who choose to study here. Our “New to UB” programs allow us to prepare students for a meaningful college experience from the start of their journey.
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COORDINATOR - OPERATIONS AND LOGISTICS
Hometown: Buffalo, NY
Years at UB: 3
Spending time away from my hometown caused my “BuffaLOVE” to grow exponentially. In my position, I love sharing my hometown love with all of UB’s newest Bulls, while also helping to create memorable programs that support their transition to UB!
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COORDINATOR - STUDENT STAFF
Hometown: Bay Shore, NY
Years at UB: 2
The UB community is dedicated, passionate, and all-around inspiring. I love being able to share my love for the Buffalo community, as well as appreciate UB pride with amazing student leaders and a strong team of dedicated staff. It's truly a great place to take part in a student's journey to success!
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Hometown: Syracuse, NY
Years at UB: 3
I am grateful to be a part of the UB community and to work with such diverse, caring, excellent students. I love being able to support new international students as part of a team dedicated to setting students up for success as they begin to navigate their college experiences.
Orientation Team Leaders (OTLs) are returning Orientation Leaders (OLs) who loved working with new students and families so much, they came back for a second year! OTLs work closely with OTPP professional staff to provide mentorship to both new students and Orientation Leaders, and support orientation program planning and implementation.
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Hometown: Buffalo, NY
Major: Biomedical Engineering
Graduation year: Spring 2023
My advice to incoming students is to get involved outside of the classroom, but do so at your own pace. For my first couple semesters I didn't participate in much because I wanted to prioritize my academics during the transition to college. Since I’ve gotten more comfortable with my workload, I'm more active in the UB community!
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Hometown: Brooklyn, NY
Major: Media Studies - Production Concentration
Graduation year: Spring 2023
I found my home at UB through joining various clubs and leadership programs, like running club. This first involvement kickstarted my UB journey because the members welcomed me with open arms, and joining just one club pushed me to look for others that interested me too!
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Hometown: Queens, NY
Major: Business Administration
Graduation year: Spring 2023
Keep an open mind. Being open to new experiences, I joined a business fraternity that allowed me to pursue different leadership positions, develop my professional skills, and meet like-minded people. UB has tons of clubs, organizations, and events for you to put yourself out there too!
Orientation Leaders (OLs) are undergraduate students who play an integral role in assisting new students and their families as they transition to life at UB. From orientation through your first semester, OLs are available to serve as mentors and share their expert insight as UB students.
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Welcome Weekend Leaders (WWLs) are undergraduate student staff who implement Welcome Weekend, the official kick-off to the fall semester for new students.
Welcome Weekend Leaders help form the human interlocking UB during the New Student Welcome.
Helping new students transition to life at UB:
Orientation, Transition and Parent Programs
Student Life
University at Buffalo
112 Student Union, North Campus
Buffalo, NY 14260
Phone: (716) 645-6125