Preparing you for a diverse and dynamic world.
The following books are widely-used textbooks for first-year seminars. All of them are available at UB libraries.
The offices listed below are available to present in your UB Seminar, introducing students to support and engagement opportunities to make the most of their time at UB.
This session will introduce the major and career planning services available to students through Career Design Center. Presentation may include a short personality/career test, information on how students can apply for internships, or other career-related experiences tailored to the needs of the class and instructor.
Contact: Career Design Center with the Presentation Request form. Questions? Contact Ed Brodka, brodka@buffalo.edu
Phone: 716-645-2231
Length of session: minimum 20 minutes; maximum 50 minutes
Suggested time frame for this session: any week of the semester
This session will outline the many benefits of experiential learning and undergraduate research. Presentations highlight offerings and invite students to connect with the Experiential Learning Network through mentoring, projects, undergraduate research and our sophomore living-learning community.
Contact: Experiential Learning Network at UBELN@buffalo.edu
Phone: 716-645-8177
Length of session: minimum 15 minutes, maximum 50 minutes
Suggested session time frame: any week of the semester
Contact: Study Abroad at studyabroad@buffalo.edu
Phone: 716-645-3912
Request a presentation
Student Support Services (SSS), a federally funded TRIO program who works, supports, and engages first-generation, low-income, and students with a documented disability. SSS can provide academic, career, and personalized support to students in the program.
Office: 127 Capen
Phone is: 716-645-2732
Website: http://www.buffalo.edu/cpmc/sss.html
This session will provide an overview of Academic Planning and Advising at UB. It is a comprehensive session that will include information about: tips and resources for academic success; tools for exploring majors/careers and course planning; registration dates and how to register; UB Curriculum and Choosing Pathways; and more. If you prefer a shortened version or a session focusing on just one topic, please indicate that on the form below and we will do our best to accommodate your request.
Length of session: Minimum 30 minutes; typically takes 45 minutes
Suggested time frame for this session: Weeks 5-8 to align with when registration and advising occurs
Please complete this form to request this class session.