UB’s Discovery Seminar Program offers a small class experience for first- and second-year students, providing them with the opportunity to engage with a distinguished faculty member around a thought-provoking and challenging topic. The goals of this course are to help students:
- Explore a topic in depth in a comfortable, small group setting;
- Get to know an outstanding faculty member who loves teaching undergraduates;
- Try out an unfamiliar subject in an environment conducive to exploration and discovery;
- Understand the academic challenges and rewards of attending a research university; and
- Improve skills in critical thinking and in oral and written expression.
Each semester, different faculty members offer seminars on exciting, unique topics. See Seminar Offerings for details.
Some of the seminars offered this spring include:
For more information, including a complete list of all spring semester’s topics, visit http://discoveryseminars.buffalo.edu/. To participate, simply register for the appropriate section of UE 141 when you register for your courses. You can find these seminars in the Class Schedule under “Undergraduate Education.”
*Please note that students may take a maximum of 6 credits of UE141 toward graduation.
Stay-Up UB is an annual UB Dance Party!
Friday, November 13th, 2009 from 6pm – 2am.
It is an annual initiative for the UB Community to continue building pride and tradition while participating in a philanthropy event to raise money for local and global charities. Each year, the money raised from Stay-Up UB through individual, group and team fundraising as well as department and corporate sponsors will benefit a select charitable organization. This year, all money raised and pajama donations received will be going to the Buffalo chapter of the Pajama Program. The Pajama Program is a non-profit organization that provides new, warm pajamas and books to children in need.
In addition to a huge dance floor with a DJ, video screen and live performances, there are themed dance hours, UB group performances, free food & drinks, free giveaways, contests, and many activities to keep students entertained for the whole evening. Students are encouraged to register as teams, dance the night away, have fun and enjoy the activities all night long!
All students, faculty and staff are encouraged to participate in this event!
The Stay-Up UB Schedule will be available soon. Be sure to keep checking http://www.student-affairs.buffalo.edu/stayup/aboutus.php for updates!
Lots of FREE Food and Entertainment!
To register, click here.
Posted October 20, 2009 in Get Involved
Monday, October 18 kicks off an entire week devoted to helping students reach their full potential as leaders. The Center for Student Leadership and Community Engagement is sponsoring a number of events and activities including a presentation by Motivational Speaker Elaine Penn. A complete list of events can be found on the Leadership Week website.
UB’s Family Weekend, an opportunity for parents and family members to join their students at UB, will be held on October 9-11. Highlights of the weekend include An Evening with Whoopi Goldberg on Friday, UB Bulls Football on Saturday, and a Family Brunch on Sunday. There are also several free events throughout the weekend. For a complete schedule, and to register for Family Weekend, students can visit familyweekend.buffalo.edu.
The Study Abroad office will also be conducting monthly group advising sessions to assist interested students in obtaining information about the study abroad process. Group Advising Sessions will be held: Thursday, October 15, 3:30-4:30 pm in 212 Talbert Hall; Wednesday, November 4, 3-4 pm in 103 Talbert Hall; and Thursday, December 3, 3:30-4:30 pm in 212 Talbert Hall. For more information contact Olga Lepkyj, at 645- 3912 or omlepkyj@buffalo.edu.
Posted October 7, 2009 in Get Involved
Volunteering: How, What, Where, Why
Interested in volunteering, but not sure how to get started? We will look at how to find and choose the best volunteer opportunities to fit your needs and wants.
Location : 235 Student Union
Date / Time :
Sep 21, 2009 - 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Resume Writing for a Job or Internship
Learn how to construct and tailor your resume to that specific position that you want to land. We’ll focus on how you can best market yourself and get your foot in the door for an interview.
Location : 259 Capen Hall
Date / Time :
Sep 14, 2009 - 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Sep 29, 2009 -
2:00 pm - 3:00 pm
Nov 17, 2009 -
5:30 pm - 6:30 pm
Internships for Any Major
Internships are the key to exploring your career interests, gaining real-world experience and achieving success in your future career program. This panel discussion will answer your questions about how to find internship opportunities (both paid and unpaid), how to get credit, and where to go for more information about internships for all majors.
Location : 17 Norton Hall
Date / Time :
Oct 26, 2009 - 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm
For more information or to register:
https://www.ubevents.org/regengine/event_page.php
Getting Started in Undergraduate Research
Learn about UB’s Center for Undergraduate Research & Creative Activities (CURCA) and discover the opportunities that await UB students who want to take classroom learning and apply it to “real” research and creative studies. CURCA
Location : 12 Capen Hall
Date / Time :
Sep 10, 2009 - 3:30 pm - 4:20 pm
Funding Your Research
Money is available to students wishing to fund their research projects and creative endeavors, come and learn the in’s and out’s of grant proposals-federal funding and UB support for your project. CURCA
Location : 12 Capen Hall
Date / Time :
Sep 17, 2009 - 3:30 pm - 4:20 pm
Oct 1, 2009 -
3:30 pm - 4:20 pm
Strategies to Finding Nationally Competitive Scholarship and Fellowship Opportunities
We’ll introduce you to various national and international scholarships and fellowships. These awards provide undergraduate and graduate funding to outstanding students. Learn about strategies you can follow to maximize your success in pursuing these opportunities. Undergraduate Academies
Location : 17 Norton Hall
Date / Time :
Sep 17, 2009 - 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Oct 9, 2009 -
3:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Nov 11, 2009 -
4:00 pm - 5:00 pm
For more information or to register:
https://www.ubevents.org/regengine/category_function.php?categoryid=247
Strategies for Interacting With Faculty
Thursday, September 17, 2009
1 – 2 p.m.; location 210 Student Union
Faculty can be one of your greatest allies whether it is for getting extra help in a course, writing a letter of recommendation, securing an internship or independent study or just learning more about a particular topic. The sooner you become comfortable approaching faculty, the better off you’ll be. This session will offer tips and suggestions on how to approach and communicate effectively with faculty members.
Every year UB welcomes unique individuals to share their stories, experiences, thoughts and even humor with the UB community. Take advantage of the opportunity to see and hear these amazing and influential people! Here is an overview of the presenters of this year’s Distinguished Speakers Series:
- Kofi Annan - Wed., 9/16/09, 8 p.m., Alumni Arena
- Tony Blair - Wed., 10/7/09, 8 p.m., Alumni Arena
- Steve Lopez- Wed., 10/28/09, 8 p.m., Alumni Arena
- Cornel West - Fri., 2/05/10, 8 p.m., Center for the Arts
- Margaret Atwood - Wed., 3/3/10, 8 p.m., Center for the Arts
- Neil deGrasse Tyson- Wed., 3/31/10, 8 p.m., Alumni Arena
- Bill Maher- Sat., 4/24/10, 8 p.m., Alumni Arena
For more information regarding the Distinguished Speakers Series visit:
http://www.student-affairs.buffalo.edu/special/distinguishedspeakers.php
Looking for something to do on campus at night? Check out Late Night UB! Late Night UB is a series of fun activities for UB students who live on- or off-campus. Programs include movies, poker tournaments, bingo, deal or no deal game and much more! These events begin after 9 p.m. - check it out today!
Find out more information about Late Night UB by visiting:
http://www.student-affairs.buffalo.edu/studentlife/latenight/
