Fall Opening
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.
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About

Illustration of students hanging out near Baird Point with "We are all True Blue" text.

Illustration of students hanging out near Baird Point with "We are all True Blue" text.

Fall Opening 2022

The start of the new school year is jam-packed with lots of exciting events created specifically for you. Meet new friends, join fellow classmates and show your true blue spirit.

For Everyone

Take a sneak peek at the upcoming activities and don't miss the Welcome Back Blast on Sun. 8/28.

Upcoming Events

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For Campus Residents

Move in day for campus residents.

Move in day for campus residents.

Welcome home campus residents - we can't wait to see you during Move In 8/25-28.

FESTIVAL OF CULTURE UNITING STUDENTS

FOCUS for the culture - Festival of Culture Uniting Students.

FOCUS for the culture - Festival of Culture Uniting Students.

Thursday, August 25 @ 8:00pm

Join your new neighbors and classmates for a student-led parade from the Student Union to Greiner Hall. Then stay for the party where we'll have a DJ, food from local restaurants, and international games.

ALL STUDENTS ARE WELCOME!

For New Students

First year students formed the annual human interlocking UB at UB Stadium as part of the unofficial kick-off to the fall semester.

First year students formed the annual human interlocking UB at UB Stadium as part of the unofficial kick-off to the fall semester.

Interlocking UB - a unique tradition you'll experience as a new student on Fri. 8/26.

New undergraduate students participate in Welcome Weekend. Learn about the semi-structured experience, including assigned sessions and requirements for first-year students, on the Welcome Weekend page.

Ready to Explore Buffalo?

Buffalo has many restaurants, cultural spaces, parks and other outdoor destinations to enjoy. Find some time to get to know your city after your orientation activities:

True Blue Banner.

True Blue Banner.

What makes you #UBTrueBlue?

See more and share your spirit with us!