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2026-08-08T02:33:18Z

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Welcome to the University at Buffalo wiki. This page is currently empty - but this is just the beginning! We can build a wiki for the University at Buffalo, together.

'''Note''': If you make a change to a page or create a new one and your changes don't appear, '''''don't panic, your changes are not lost'''''! It may have to be approved - this is a measure put in place due to previous vandalism.

'''Disclaimer''': This page is not officially associated with the University at Buffalo. Neither UB nor the State University of New York officially endorse or recognize this as an official source of information as this is unofficial.

== Featured Articles ==

=== UB Lore ===

* [[2019 Governors Dorm Fire]]
* [[Campus Geese]]
* [[CSE 115 Final (Fall 2023)]]
* [[CSE Cheating Scandal]]
* [[Clemens Suicide]]
* [[Defunct Campus Locations]]
* [[Governors Arsonist]]
* [[North Campus Riot Proof Design]]
* [[Resnester]]
* [[Sigma Pi Murder]]
* [[UUBNF]]
* [[UB Dining Health Code Violations]]
* [[UB Foundation is Missing $25 Million (Student Speculation)]]
* [[UB Fraternity Featured on MTV]]
* [[UB Spiderman]]
* [[Vietnam War Riots]]
* [[WRUB (UB Radio Station)]]
* Bisonhead (Secret Society)
* YAF President Arrest

=== Student Guides ===
[[New Student Guide]]

[[Community Guides]]

=== UB Organizations ===

* [[Student Association (SA)]]
* [[Graduate Student Association (GSA)]]
* [[Sub-Board I, Inc. (SBI)]]
* [[Faculty-Student Association (Campus Dining and Shops)|Faculty-Student Association (FSA) / Campus Dining and Shops (CDS)]]
* [[UB Campus Living]]
* [[Residence Hall Association (RHA)]]
* [[Council of Advocacy and Leadership (COAL)]]
* [[List of Clubs]]

=== Locations on North Campus: ===

==== Residential ====

* [[Creekside Village]]
* [[Ellicott Complex]]
* [[Flint Village]]
* [[Governors Complex]]
* [[Greiner Hall]]
* [[Hadley Village]]
* [[South Lake Village]]

==== Academic, Studying, and Dining ====
* [[Capen Hall]]
* [[Crossroads Culinary Center (C3)]]
* [[Lockwood Memorial Library]]
* Law Library
* [[One World Cafe]]
* [[Student Union]]
* [[The Commons]]

==== Other ====
* [[Alumni Arena]] (Broadview Arena)
* Lake LaSalle
* [[Kanazawa Island]]
* [[North Campus]]

=== Locations on South Campus: ===

==== Residential ====

* Clement Hall
* Goodyear Hall

==== Academic, Studying, and Dining ====
* [[Abbott Library]]
* Goodyear Dining Center

==== Other ====

* [[South Campus]]

=== Schools/Colleges and Departments ===

* [[School of Engineering and Applied Sciences|School of Engineering and Applied Sciences (SEAS)]]
** [[Department of Biomedical Engineering]]
** Department of Chemical and Biological Engineering
** Department of Civil, Structural, and Environmental Engineering
** [[Department of Computer Science and Engineering|Department of Computer Science and Engineering (CSE)]]
** Department of Electrical Engineering
** Department of Engineering Education
** Department of Industrial and Systems Engineering
** Department of Materials Design and Innovation
** Department of Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering
* [[School of Management|School of Management (SOM)]]
** [[Department of Accounting and Law]]
** [[Department of Finance]]
** [[Department of Management Science and Systems]]
** [[Department of Marketing]]
** [[Department of Operations Management and Strategy]]
** [[Department of Organization and Human Resources]]
* [[College of Arts and Sciences|College of Arts and Sciences (CAS)]]
** [[Department of Art]]
** [[Department of Anthropology]]
** [[Arts Management Program]]
** [[Department of Media Study]]
** Department of Music
** Department of Theatre and Dance
** Department of Africana and American Studies
** Asian Studies Program
** [[Department of Classics]]
** Department of Comparative Literature
** Department of English
** Department of Global Gender and Sexuality Studies
** Department of History
** Department of Jewish Thought
** Department of Romance Languages and Literatures
** Department of Physics
** [[Department of Sociology and Criminology]]
* [[School of Public Health and Health Professions|School of Public Health and Health Professions (SPHHP)]]
** [[Department of Biostatistics]]
** [[Department of Community Health and Health Behavior]]
** [[Department of Epidemiology and Environmental Health]]
** [[Department of Exercise and Nutrition Sciences]]
** [[Department of Rehabilitation Science]]
* [[School of Architecture and Planning]]
* [[School of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences]]
* [[School of Law]]
* [[Jacobs School of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences|Jacobs School of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences (JSMBS)]]

=== More Reading ===

* [[UB Honors College]]
* [[UB Foundation Housing]]
* [[UB Incidents]]
* [[Notable People]]
* [[UB Gifted Math Program]]
* [[Buffalo Bulls Football Team|Buffalo Bulls (Football Team)]]
* [[UB Student Health Services]]
* [[Subject Media]]
* [[Overcapacity Housing]]
* [[UB Veggie Van]]
* [[UB Startup and Innovation CoLab]]
* [[Prohibited and Restricted Items at Campus Living]]

== Other Sites of Interest ==

* UB Spectrum - The independent student publication of The University at Buffalo, Since 1950 <ref name=":0">https://www.ubspectrum.com/</ref>
* r/UBreddit - the sUBreddit for all things University at Buffalo/SUNY at Buffalo/UB!<ref>https://www.reddit.com/r/UBreddit/</ref>

Sub-Board I, Inc. (SBI)

2026-07-14T15:20:14Z

Tnology:

Sub-Board I, Inc. (SBI) was a student-run nonprofit organization at the University at Buffalo that served as the fiscal agent for student governments and provided student services from 1971 until 2019. Established around 1970-1971 by UB's student leaders, SBI was owned and managed by the university's student governments (undergraduate, graduate, and professional student associations).<ref name=":0">https://spectrumlocalnews.com/nys/buffalo/news/2019/05/14/ub-students-rally-to-save-sbi</ref> For nearly five decades, SBI oversaw the allocation and use of mandatory student activity fees, operating independently of the university administration. The organization's mission was to enhance student life by offering services funded by these fees, under student control. SBI, as an organization, was student-owned and student-run, with students holding most leadership positions and a focus on services for the students.<ref name=":1">https://www.reddit.com/r/UBreddit/comments/blyuth/comment/emsuigw/</ref>

== Services and Operations ==
Sub-Board I managed a wide range of services for UB students. These included a '''Student Legal Service''' that provided free legal consultations, a '''Safety Shuttle''' bus on South Campus for late-night transportation, a '''student-run pharmacy''', coordination of the university's '''student health insurance plan''', the funding and administering of [[WRUB (UB Radio Station)|WRUB]] (the '''student radio station'''), SBI Gaming, a dry cleaning service<ref>https://www.facebook.com/UBStudentAssociation/photos/a.201504973201319/1747609285257539/?type=3</ref>, and operation of the campus '''Ticket Office''' for discount event and transit tickets.<ref name=":1" /><ref>https://www.ubspectrum.com/article/2019/05/ub-to-replace-sbi-with-fsa</ref><ref>https://www.reddit.com/r/UBreddit/comments/blyuth/comment/emsx7ds/</ref>

Legally, Sub-Board I, Inc. was set up as a nonprofit corporation separate from the university. It was governed by a board composed of representatives from the seven student governments at UB (including the undergraduate [[Student Association (SA)|Student Association]], the [[Graduate Student Association (GSA)|Graduate Student Association]], and the student governments of other professional schools). This structure meant that student leaders directly decided how to spend student fees, under the umbrella of SBI. Each year, SBI received the collected student activity fees from the university and became responsible for disbursing funds to student clubs, organizing events (through the Student Association), and maintaining the services it offered.<ref name=":0" /> By the late 2010s, the annual student activity fee funds under SBI's management totaled in the millions of dollars, funding hundreds of clubs and events.

== Dissolution ==
In May 2019, the University at Buffalo's administration announced that it would cut Sub-Board I from the university and replace it with the Faculty-Student Association (FSA) as the fiscal agent handling student funds, effectively stripping SBI of its core function. This decision ended SBI's 49-year role overseeing student government finances and removed a significant degree of freedom that student organizations had from the university administration's control. University officials argued that moving fiscal agency to the FSA (a university-affiliated organization) would free more money for student programs. Vice President for Student Life A. Scott Weber stated that under FSA, student governments would be "paying less in fees and having more revenues to invest in programs and services for UB students throughout the university"<ref name=":0" />

The announcement resulted in significant controversy and protest from student leaders and the SBI organization itself, as students and alumni understood SBI as an important vehicle of student autonomy and freedom. In the Spring of 2019, SBI supporters organized rallies (including one on the 5th floor of Capen Hall where protesters chanted "Save SBI").<ref>https://www.ubspectrum.com/article/2019/05/sub-board-i-holds-rally-against-ubs-fiscal-agent-decision</ref> SBI's supporters pointed out that the organization had provided valuable services that would be lost or reduced. For example, the free legal advice program, used by many students, and the health insurance office were programs students feared might not receive the same emphasis under FSA. The [[Graduate Student Association (GSA)|Graduate Student Association]], which was heavily affected by the transition, even pursued legal action - the GSA joined a lawsuit against UB, claiming the decision to dissolve SBI violated agreements - UB won against this lawsuit, however.<ref>https://ubwp.buffalo.edu/gsa/election-2021/</ref>

Despite these efforts against the destruction of Sub-Board I, the change went forward. Effective July 1st, 2019, the Faculty-Student Association took over custody of student activity fee funds and many SBI services by FSA were '''discontinued''', ranging from the free legal counsel to the WRUB radio station, and from the safety shuttle bus to the ''Generation'' magazine. Dozens of students employed by SBI (in roles such as the pharmacy, office, etc.) may have lost their campus jobs in this incident.<ref>https://www.instagram.com/p/BxQYv3XBfx6/</ref><ref>https://web.archive.org/save/https://scontent-lga3-2.cdninstagram.com/v/t51.82787-15/620162546_18201846916323788_890800925204232668_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_e35_tt6&_nc_cat=107&ig_cache_key=MjA0MDIzOTQ3MzU3MjU3NjM3OA%3D%3D.3-ccb7-5&ccb=7-5&_nc_sid=58cdad&efg=eyJ2ZW5jb2RlX3RhZyI6IkZFRUQueHBpZHMuMTA4MC5zZHIucmVndWxhcl9waG90by5DMyJ9&_nc_ohc=uRoMLk0WTD8Q7kNvwHq0rm9&_nc_oc=Adp6laJRpS-Vc0-BkmLvMawNrXxiJGX1hWfgdK3GaRMm_UeAovvqMrrsBO1MvtPbPos&_nc_ad=z-m&_nc_cid=0&_nc_zt=23&_nc_ht=scontent-lga3-2.cdninstagram.com&_nc_gid=EK4oxSFjUAB33M3PNNMfRQ&_nc_ss=7a22e&oh=00_AQD-g8NeHUpY2etazbxaAoReNnpj8hXIyZw6CTI9c-Epzg&oe=6A5C1E40</ref>

UB's administration had grown more skeptical of SBI after the departure of a key figure who had historically supported it. In particular, longtime Vice President for Student Affairs Dennis Black - who had started his career working with Sub-Board I in the 1970s - was seen as an advocate for keeping SBI intact. After Dennis Black resigned amid an unrelated scandal in 2017, new administrators moved swiftly to review and ultimately end UB's relationship with SBI.<ref>https://www.reddit.com/r/UBreddit/comments/1bclztm/comment/kum1aty/</ref> University officials claim that the change was purely to improve governance of student funds. However, SBI supporters viewed it as an erosion of student control. A 2019 editorial from The Spectrum called UB's decision "out of touch with student needs," pointing to SBI's decades of service and arguing that students, not faculty or administrators, should oversee their own fees that they are required to pay for.<ref>https://www.ubspectrum.com/article/2019/05/ubs-decision-to-dissolve-sub-board-i-and-its-services-is-out-of-touch-with-student-needs</ref>

It is possible that SBI and FSA have had a history of conflict. For example, in 2018, SBI had formally requested that FSA return a $1.5 million asset to student control - proceeds from a 1987 land sale that, according to SBI records, was originally purchased using student fees in 1964. The land had been bought by FSA (when it managed student funds before SBI's creation) for a proposed student golf course that was never built, then sold, with the money kept in FSA's accounts as a restricted fund. SBI pointed out that those funds should rightfully belong to the students now that SBI existed as the student fiscal agent. FSA's board did not listen, claiming that the investment belonged to FSA and questioning whether it could definitively be traced to student fees.<ref>https://www.ubspectrum.com/article/2018/05/sub-board-i-asks-the-faculty-student-association-to-transfer-1-5-million-back-to-students</ref> With SBI's dissolution, the likelihood of that $1.5 million being transferred to student government control diminished, though the issue showed students the principle of ownership for their fees.

== References ==
<references />

Sub-Board I, Inc. (SBI)

2026-07-14T15:17:34Z

Tnology:

Sub-Board I, Inc. (SBI) was a student-run nonprofit organization at the University at Buffalo that served as the fiscal agent for student governments and provided student services from 1971 until 2019. Established around 1970-1971 by UB's student leaders, SBI was owned and managed by the university's student governments (undergraduate, graduate, and professional student associations).<ref name=":0">https://spectrumlocalnews.com/nys/buffalo/news/2019/05/14/ub-students-rally-to-save-sbi</ref> For nearly five decades, SBI oversaw the allocation and use of mandatory student activity fees, operating independently of the university administration. The organization's mission was to enhance student life by offering services funded by these fees, under student control. SBI, as an organization, was student-owned and student-run, with students holding most leadership positions and a focus on services for the students.<ref name=":1">https://www.reddit.com/r/UBreddit/comments/blyuth/comment/emsuigw/</ref>

== Services and Operations ==
Sub-Board I managed a wide range of services for UB students. These included a '''Student Legal Service''' that provided free legal consultations, a '''Safety Shuttle''' bus on South Campus for late-night transportation, a '''student-run pharmacy''', coordination of the university's '''student health insurance plan''', the funding and administering of [[WRUB (UB Radio Station)|WRUB]] (the '''student radio station'''), SBI Gaming, a dry cleaning service<ref>https://www.facebook.com/UBStudentAssociation/photos/a.201504973201319/1747609285257539/?type=3</ref>, and operation of the campus '''Ticket Office''' for discount event and transit tickets.<ref name=":1" /><ref>https://www.ubspectrum.com/article/2019/05/ub-to-replace-sbi-with-fsa</ref><ref>https://www.reddit.com/r/UBreddit/comments/blyuth/comment/emsx7ds/</ref>

Legally, Sub-Board I, Inc. was set up as a nonprofit corporation separate from the university. It was governed by a board composed of representatives from the seven student governments at UB (including the undergraduate [[Student Association (SA)|Student Association]], the [[Graduate Student Association (GSA)|Graduate Student Association]], and the student governments of other professional schools). This structure meant that student leaders directly decided how to spend student fees, under the umbrella of SBI. Each year, SBI received the collected student activity fees from the university and became responsible for disbursing funds to student clubs, organizing events (through the Student Association), and maintaining the services it offered.<ref name=":0" /> By the late 2010s, the annual student activity fee funds under SBI's management totaled in the millions of dollars, funding hundreds of clubs and events.

== Dissolution ==
In May 2019, the University at Buffalo's administration announced that it would cut Sub-Board I from the university and replace it with the Faculty-Student Association (FSA) as the fiscal agent handling student funds, effectively stripping SBI of its core function. This decision ended SBI's 49-year role overseeing student government finances and removed a significant degree of freedom that student organizations had from the university administration's control. University officials argued that moving fiscal agency to the FSA (a university-affiliated organization) would free more money for student programs. Vice President for Student Life A. Scott Weber stated that under FSA, student governments would be "paying less in fees and having more revenues to invest in programs and services for UB students throughout the university"<ref name=":0" />

The announcement resulted in significant controversy and protest from student leaders and the SBI organization itself, as students and alumni understood SBI as an important vehicle of student autonomy and freedom. In the Spring of 2019, SBI supporters organized rallies (including one on the 5th floor of Capen Hall where protesters chanted "Save SBI").<ref>https://www.ubspectrum.com/article/2019/05/sub-board-i-holds-rally-against-ubs-fiscal-agent-decision</ref> SBI's supporters pointed out that the organization had provided valuable services that would be lost or reduced. For example, the free legal advice program, used by many students, and the health insurance office were programs students feared might not receive the same emphasis under FSA. The [[Graduate Student Association (GSA)|Graduate Student Association]], which was heavily affected by the transition, even pursued legal action - the GSA joined a lawsuit against UB, claiming the decision to dissolve SBI violated agreements - UB won against this lawsuit, however.<ref>https://ubwp.buffalo.edu/gsa/election-2021/</ref>

Despite these efforts against the destruction of Sub-Board I, the change went forward. Effective July 1st, 2019, the Faculty-Student Association took over custody of student activity fee funds and many SBI services by FSA were '''discontinued''', ranging from the free legal counsel to the WRUB radio station, and from the safety shuttle bus to the ''Generation'' magazine. Dozens of students employed by SBI (in roles such as the pharmacy, office, etc.) may have lost their campus jobs in this incident.<ref>https://www.instagram.com/p/BxQYv3XBfx6/</ref>

UB's administration had grown more skeptical of SBI after the departure of a key figure who had historically supported it. In particular, longtime Vice President for Student Affairs Dennis Black - who had started his career working with Sub-Board I in the 1970s - was seen as an advocate for keeping SBI intact. After Dennis Black resigned amid an unrelated scandal in 2017, new administrators moved swiftly to review and ultimately end UB's relationship with SBI.<ref>https://www.reddit.com/r/UBreddit/comments/1bclztm/comment/kum1aty/</ref> University officials claim that the change was purely to improve governance of student funds. However, SBI supporters viewed it as an erosion of student control. A 2019 editorial from The Spectrum called UB's decision "out of touch with student needs," pointing to SBI's decades of service and arguing that students, not faculty or administrators, should oversee their own fees that they are required to pay for.<ref>https://www.ubspectrum.com/article/2019/05/ubs-decision-to-dissolve-sub-board-i-and-its-services-is-out-of-touch-with-student-needs</ref>

It is possible that SBI and FSA have had a history of conflict. For example, in 2018, SBI had formally requested that FSA return a $1.5 million asset to student control - proceeds from a 1987 land sale that, according to SBI records, was originally purchased using student fees in 1964. The land had been bought by FSA (when it managed student funds before SBI's creation) for a proposed student golf course that was never built, then sold, with the money kept in FSA's accounts as a restricted fund. SBI pointed out that those funds should rightfully belong to the students now that SBI existed as the student fiscal agent. FSA's board did not listen, claiming that the investment belonged to FSA and questioning whether it could definitively be traced to student fees.<ref>https://www.ubspectrum.com/article/2018/05/sub-board-i-asks-the-faculty-student-association-to-transfer-1-5-million-back-to-students</ref> With SBI's dissolution, the likelihood of that $1.5 million being transferred to student government control diminished, though the issue showed students the principle of ownership for their fees.

== References ==
<references />

Main Page

2026-06-24T17:11:42Z

Tnology: Add Community Guides to Main Page

Welcome to the University at Buffalo wiki. This page is currently empty - but this is just the beginning! We can build a wiki for the University at Buffalo, together.

'''Note''': If you make a change to a page or create a new one and your changes don't appear, '''''don't panic, your changes are not lost'''''! It may have to be approved - this is a measure put in place due to previous vandalism.

'''Disclaimer''': This page is not officially associated with the University at Buffalo. Neither UB nor the State University of New York officially endorse or recognize this as an official source of information as this is unofficial.

== Featured Articles ==

=== UB Lore ===

* [[2019 Governors Dorm Fire]]
* [[Campus Geese]]
* [[CSE 115 Final (Fall 2023)]]
* [[CSE Cheating Scandal]]
* [[Clemens Suicide]]
* [[Defunct Campus Locations]]
* [[Governors Arsonist]]
* [[North Campus Riot Proof Design]]
* [[Resnester]]
* [[Sigma Pi Murder]]
* [[UUBNF]]
* [[UB Dining Health Code Violations]]
* [[UB Foundation is Missing $25 Million (Student Speculation)]]
* [[UB Fraternity Featured on MTV]]
* [[UB Spiderman]]
* [[Vietnam War Riots]]
* [[WRUB (UB Radio Station)]]
* Bisonhead (Secret Society)
* YAF President Arrest

=== Student Guides ===
[[New Student Guide]]

[[Community Guides]]

=== UB Organizations ===

* [[Student Association (SA)]]
* [[Graduate Student Association (GSA)]]
* [[Sub-Board I, Inc. (SBI)]]
* [[Faculty-Student Association (Campus Dining and Shops)|Faculty-Student Association (FSA) / Campus Dining and Shops (CDS)]]
* [[UB Campus Living]]
* [[Residence Hall Association (RHA)]]
* [[Council of Advocacy and Leadership (COAL)]]
* [[List of Clubs]]

=== Locations on North Campus: ===

==== Residential ====

* [[Creekside Village]]
* [[Ellicott Complex]]
* [[Flint Village]]
* [[Governors Complex]]
* [[Greiner Hall]]
* [[Hadley Village]]
* [[South Lake Village]]

==== Academic, Studying, and Dining ====
* [[Capen Hall]]
* [[Crossroads Culinary Center (C3)]]
* [[Lockwood Memorial Library]]
* Law Library
* [[One World Cafe]]
* [[Student Union]]
* [[The Commons]]

==== Other ====
* [[Alumni Arena]] (Broadview Arena)
* Lake LaSalle
* [[Kanazawa Island]]
* [[North Campus]]

=== Locations on South Campus: ===

==== Residential ====

* Clement Hall
* Goodyear Hall

==== Academic, Studying, and Dining ====
* [[Abbott Library]]
* Goodyear Dining Center

==== Other ====

* [[South Campus]]

=== Schools/Colleges and Departments ===

* [[School of Engineering and Applied Sciences|School of Engineering and Applied Sciences (SEAS)]]
** [[Department of Biomedical Engineering]]
** Department of Chemical and Biological Engineering
** Department of Civil, Structural, and Environmental Engineering
** [[Department of Computer Science and Engineering|Department of Computer Science and Engineering (CSE)]]
** Department of Electrical Engineering
** Department of Engineering Education
** Department of Industrial and Systems Engineering
** Department of Materials Design and Innovation
** Department of Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering
* [[School of Management|School of Management (SOM)]]
** [[Department of Accounting and Law]]
** [[Department of Finance]]
** [[Department of Management Science and Systems]]
** [[Department of Marketing]]
** [[Department of Operations Management and Strategy]]
** [[Department of Organization and Human Resources]]
* [[College of Arts and Sciences|College of Arts and Sciences (CAS)]]
** [[Department of Art]]
** [[Department of Anthropology]]
** [[Arts Management Program]]
** [[Department of Media Study]]
** Department of Music
** Department of Theatre and Dance
** Department of Africana and American Studies
** Asian Studies Program
** [[Department of Classics]]
** Department of Comparative Literature
** Department of English
** Department of Global Gender and Sexuality Studies
** Department of History
** Department of Jewish Thought
** Department of Romance Languages and Literatures
** Department of Physics
** [[Department of Sociology and Criminology]]
* [[School of Public Health and Health Professions|School of Public Health and Health Professions (SPHHP)]]
** [[Department of Biostatistics]]
** [[Department of Community Health and Health Behavior]]
** [[Department of Epidemiology and Environmental Health]]
** [[Department of Exercise and Nutrition Sciences]]
** [[Department of Rehabilitation Science]]
* [[School of Architecture and Planning]]
* [[School of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences]]
* [[School of Law]]
* [[Jacobs School of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences|Jacobs School of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences (JSMBS)]]

=== More Reading ===

* [[UB Honors College]]
* [[UB Foundation Housing]]
* [[UB Incidents]]
* [[Notable People]]
* [[UB Gifted Math Program]]
* [[Buffalo Bulls Football Team|Buffalo Bulls (Football Team)]]
* [[UB Student Health Services]]
* [[Subject Media]]
* [[Overcapacity Housing]]
* [[UB Veggie Van]]
* [[UB Startup and Innovation CoLab]]

== Other Sites of Interest ==

* UB Spectrum - The independent student publication of The University at Buffalo, Since 1950 <ref name=":0">https://www.ubspectrum.com/</ref>
* r/UBreddit - the sUBreddit for all things University at Buffalo/SUNY at Buffalo/UB!<ref>https://www.reddit.com/r/UBreddit/</ref>

Community Guides

2026-06-24T17:11:06Z

Tnology: Create Community Guides

Welcome to the Community Guides page! Here, collaborators can write and work on guides for students, by students.

== Guide 1: Living Independently ==
'''Starting Author''': Tnology

'''Contributors''': Tnology

'''Open to Editing''': With Permission

Whether you're moving into a dorm on campus, an apartment near campus, or a house 30 minutes away by drive, making the transition to living independently is a significant life change for many. This guide aims to give practical, real-world advice for living based on the author's experience, whether on your own or with roommate.

=== Section 1: What do I bring? ===
Whether you're living on-campus or off-campus, I'd highly suggest checking out the Comprehensive "What to Bring" Checklists in Part I: Living on Campus of the [[Student Guide]] for ideas. Notably though, don't bring more than you need. Especially if you were living with family and/or in a bigger space before, it's so easy to bring a bunch of stuff you don't need it's almost unfair. The best practice is to choose what to bring not based on what not to bring, but rather on what to bring at all.

Ask yourself two questions when determining whether you will bring something: 1) Have I actively used this in the past 6 months? | 2) What value does this ''really'' add to my space, compared to everything else, an alternative, or nothing at all? That doesn't mean you should only bring essentials, but rather to not bring a bunch of "just-in-case" items that "maybe" you'll need (a common trap that I fell into).

=== Section 2: Living in a Space ===
Look just a little bit into how to make your space yours. You don't need to become anything close to a design expert, but I used to be someone who always thought "function over form," and in reality I just used that to justify my space not looking super nice and to cope with the fact it didn't look great. There are several benefits to having a nice space, including low stress and better mood<ref>https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/19934011/</ref> and a greater sense of restoration<ref>https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC10548391/</ref>. I'd suggest watching this short 5 minute video since I think it generally covers the basic ideas of how to improve your space: [https://youtube.com/watch?v=jeEopv8tYXw Kaelen_ - How to Make Any Room Actually Cool].

I'd also suggest not being opposed to warm lighting, since cool lighting, in my opinion, isn't good for a space that you need to wind down in. Cool lighting works for places where you're getting work done during the daytime - like a workplace - but in the late afternoon / evening / night, warm lighting is essential. My strong recommendation is a 2700K light bulb or even 2400K, but ideally not 3000K or higher. Try to find a light bulb with a CRI of 90 or higher if you can, though as long as it's CRI 80+ it'll work.

Regardless of where you live, try to create general zones. This is even more important if you live in a more centralized space such as a dorm room or studio apartment where there's not separate physical walls, but is helpful to do regardless. Use furniture to create zones or even "fake walls" in a way that makes your brain register different areas of the room as different rooms with a different purpose - this helps a lot in reducing overstimulation in your room which can (and often does) increase stress/anxiety and lead to the room becoming a mess over time.

=== Section 3: Preventing a Mess / Disaster ===
It's super easy to let a space become a mess. Fortunately, it's not too difficult to stop it if you put in a small amount of effort every day. From my experience living in an apartment, I would wait to do all my cleaning until Sunday, but it'd take hours and I'd avoid it since I simply didn't have the time. This led to it becoming such a mess I don't even want to admit how bad it was - the whole place was trashed beyond recognition.

The solution is to commit just 15-20 minutes every night (or otherwise your preferred time of day, I prefer evening before bed) to do a "cleaning shift," for which you clean up messes, vacuum, mop, etc.

=== Section 4: Keeping Your Place Temperature-Controlled ===

==== Section 4.1: Temperature Control in a Dorm ====
If you'll be living in a dorm, be advised that they get really got, especially for the first and last month of the academic year. While air conditioners are unfortunately not allowed in the dorms, I'd suggest a linen sheet set, breathable blankets (e.g. percale-weave cotton or bamboo), and avoiding synthetic fibers like polyester, microfiber, or satin at night. Definitely be careful with silk fabrics because most of the time it's actually satin, anything labeled "silky" is not silk. Silk is super expensive and degrades in daylight if you want to go with that, just something to be aware of. Also bring at least one large box fan to crack open a window, letting air blow inwards from outside at night and outwards to outside during the day or heat control. A second box fan for air circulation certainly helps.

==== Section 4.2: Temperature Control in an Apartment/House ====
If you'll be living in an apartment, congrats, you probably have air conditioning! I'd suggest setting your air conditioner to whatever you're comfortable with at the day - generally, 65°F - 68°F is a good day-round temperature. Additionally, keeping the temperature between 60°F - 65°F at night significantly improves sleep quality.<ref>https://www.healthline.com/health/sleep/best-temperature-to-sleep</ref> If you are a warm to hot sleeper, having at least one box fan blowing over you / your bed can help in addition to temperature control, as well as using breathable fabrics for bedding like percale-weave cotton, linen, and bamboo. If you are a cold sleeper and your place is moderately cool, you may want to look into synthetic fabrics like microfiber and polyester.

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The Commons

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[[File:The Commons (University at Buffalo).png|link=https://ubuffalo.wiki/File:The%20Commons%20(University%20at%20Buffalo).png|alt=The UB Commons courtyard and fountain in 1992, shortly after its opening.|thumb|The UB Commons courtyard and fountain in 1992, shortly after its opening.]]
The '''UB Commons''' (often called '''The Commons''') is a retail and office complex on the University at Buffalo's [[North Campus]] that serves as a popular dining and social destination for students. Opened in 1990-1991, The Commons is a privately owned "mini-mall" located on university property.<ref name=":0">https://www.buffalo.edu/administrative-services/managing-facilities/planning-designing-and-construction/building-profiles/profile-host-page.host.html/content/shared/university/page-content/facilities/ubcmns.detail.html</ref> It was developed to provide additional food, shopping and service options right on campus, complementing the university-operated facilities like the Student Union. The Commons sits at '''520 Lee Entrance''', directly across from the Student Union along Mary Talbert Way. The Commons is not part of the state-owned campus buildings - in other terms, UB itself does not own it.

== History ==
Construction of The Commons was completed in 1991 as a public-private partnership project on UB's [[North Campus]] in Amherst.<ref>https://research.lib.buffalo.edu/campus-planning-construction/timelines</ref> It was part of UB's efforts to enhance North Campus in the late 1980s, aiming to create a more vibrant campus environment. The Commons was constructed at a cost of about either '''$5.5 million''' or '''$7.2 million''' (as sources are conflicting on this number)<ref name=":0" /><ref>https://cedar.buffalo.edu/pub_docs/article80.html</ref> and numbered as building "A900" in UB's inventory. UB leases the land but not the operations, allowing it to host businesses that a state-run facility might not directly manage. More specifically, a UB Foundation affiliate leases the land and helped develop the Commons.<ref>https://ub-foundation.org/what-we-do/real-estate-management/</ref>

The Commons officially opened around 1991, and one of its anchor tenants from the start was the [https://ubuffalo.wiki/CVS_in_The_Commons CVS in The Commons]. It remained the last original tenant until it closed in January 2022. Other original tenants included a Burger King, Pizza Hut, ice cream parlor, rent-a-car company, travel agency, coffee house, and the Center for Excellence for Document Analysis and Recognition.<ref>https://cedar.buffalo.edu/pub_docs/article80.html</ref>

== Design and Features ==
[[File:The Commons view of La Rosa and Young Chow.png|alt=Doorways to Young Chow and La Rosa at The Commons|thumb|Doorways to Young Chow and La Rosa at The Commons]]
The Commons is arranged in a U-shaped layout with two floors of retail and office space surrounding an open-air courtyard. The courtyard features a fountain and seating, and is a popular spot in warm weather for students to eat or relax between classes. Inside, The Commons offers over 50,000 square feet of space housing a variety of functions. Its primary draw is the array of dining options. Through the years, these have included fast-food franchises, local eateries, and international cuisines - ranging from pizzerias to Subway and even bubble tea.

Examples of currently existing eateries at The Commons include:

* '''Starbucks''' (a popular cafe in the US)
* '''Subway''' (a popular sub chain in the US)
* '''Dancing Chopsticks''' (a Japanese restaurant)
* '''Bollywood Bistro''' (an Indian restaurant)
* '''Austin's Kitchen''' (a Korean restaurant)
* '''Chick-Mex Grill''' (a Mexican restaurant)
* '''La Rosa Pizza''' (a pizzeria)
* '''Poke Factory''' (a Thai restaurant)
* '''Young Chow''' (a Chinese restaurant)

The Commons used to have a bubble tea store called Kung Fu tea, but it has since closed.

Apart from food, The Commons has space for service outlets and offices. Over time, it has housed '''Broadview Federal Credit Union''', a salon (called '''Simon's Salon''', although students have advised against going there)<ref>https://www.reddit.com/r/UBreddit/comments/1jvope2/dont_go_to_simon_salon_at_commons/</ref><ref>https://www.reddit.com/r/UBreddit/comments/1jvope2/comment/mmc0rd0/</ref><ref>https://www.reddit.com/r/UBreddit/comments/1jvope2/comment/mmqspsf/</ref>, '''UB Hillel''' (the Jewish student organization), and a '''UPS Store''' (which many students find useful for Amazon returns). The Commons also contains meeting rooms and multipurpose rooms such as "Common Ground," a lounge/meeting space located at '''200 Commons''' (second floor) for meetings and events.

The Commons also provides employment opportunities for students in many of its businesses (including positions in the eateries and shops). It tends to operate longer hours than the [[Faculty-Student Association (Campus Dining and Shops)|Campus Dining and Shops]] locations.

== Tenants and Changes ==
As The Commons is privately owned, services like the CVS store provided products (such as medicine and toiletries) not otherwise easily obtained without a car. The CVS in The Commons was valued, as it was within walking distance on North Campus and carried many dorm essentials. Subsequently, many students were upset when CVS announced it would close its Commons location in 2022 as part of a nationwide downsizing, which meant the loss of what students described as a "crucial resource" for those without transportation.<ref>https://www.ubspectrum.com/article/2021/11/campus-cvs-slated-to-close-in-january</ref>

A non-comprehensive table of tenants in The Commons include:
{| class="wikitable sortable mw-collapsible"
|+Past and Current Tenants at The Commons
!Store
!Tenant Type
!Open
!Date Opened
!Closure Announcement
!Date Closed
|-
|CVS Store
|Convenience Store
| style="background-color: #ff7f7f;" | No
|~1991
|November 2021<ref>https://www.ubspectrum.com/article/2021/11/campus-cvs-slated-to-close-in-january</ref>
|January 2022<ref>https://www.ubspectrum.com/article/2021/11/campus-cvs-slated-to-close-in-january</ref>
|-
|Burger King
|Food & Dining
| style="background-color: #ff7f7f;" | No
|~1991
|(Unknown)
|(Unknown)
|-
|Pizza Hut
|Food & Dining
| style="background-color: #ff7f7f;" | No
|~1991
|(Unknown)
|(Unknown)
|-
|Ice Cream Parlor (Name Unknown)
|Food & Dining
| style="background-color: #ff7f7f;" | No
|~1991
|(Unknown)
|(Unknown)
|-
|Rent-a-Car Company (Name Unknown)
|Car Rental
| style="background-color: #ff7f7f;" | No
|~1991
|(Unknown)
|(Unknown)
|-
|Travel Agency (Name Unknown)
|Agency
| style="background-color: #ff7f7f;" | No
|~1991
|(Unknown)
|(Unknown)
|-
|Coffee House (Name Unknown)
|Food & Dining (Café)
| style="background-color: #ff7f7f;" | No
|~1991
|(Unknown)
|(Unknown)
|-
|Center for Excellence for Document Analysis and Recognition
|UB Department
|(Unknown)
|~1991
|(Unknown)
|(Unknown)
|-
|Kung Fu Tea
|Food & Dining
| style="background-color: #ff7f7f;" | No
|(Unknown)
|(Unknown)
|(Unknown)
|-
|The UPS Store
|Convenience Store
| style="background-color: #ff7f7f;" | No
|(Unknown)
|September 2025<ref name=":1">https://www.reddit.com/r/UBreddit/comments/1nsy4ig/ups_at_commons/</ref>
|September 2025<ref name=":1" />
|-
|Starbucks
|Food & Dining (Café)
| style="background-color: #a5ff7f;" | Yes
|(Unknown)
| -
| -
|-
|Subway
|Food & Dining
| style="background-color: #a5ff7f;" | Yes
|(Unknown)
| -
| -
|-
|Dancing Chopsticks
|Food & Dining
| style="background-color: #a5ff7f;" | Yes
|(Unknown)
| -
| -
|-
|Bollywood Bistro
|Food & Dining
| style="background-color: #a5ff7f;" | Yes
|(Unknown)
| -
| -
|-
|Austin's Kitchen
|Food & Dining
| style="background-color: #a5ff7f;" | Yes
|(Unknown)
| -
| -
|-
|Chick-Mex Grill
|Food & Dining
| style="background-color: #a5ff7f;" | Yes
|(Unknown)
| -
| -
|-
|La Rosa Pizza
|Food & Dining
| style="background-color: #a5ff7f;" | Yes
|(Unknown)
| -
| -
|-
|Poke Factory
|Food & Dining
| style="background-color: #a5ff7f;" | Yes
|(Unknown)
| -
| -
|-
|Young Chow
|Food & Dining
| style="background-color: #a5ff7f;" | Yes
|(Unknown)
| -
| -
|-
|Call A Fried Chicken
|Food & Dining
|No (Opening Soon<ref>https://www.reddit.com/r/UBreddit/comments/1rnnbr3/coming_soon_call_a_fried_chicken/</ref>)
|TBD
| -
| -
|}

== References ==
<references />

Student Guide

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Welcome to the Student Guide. This is the starting page that will become a guide for all students at UB - feel free to contribute!

== Part I: Living on Campus ==
If you are living on campus, you may find this section helpful.

=== Applying for Housing and Housing Selection ===
To learn about how you can apply for housing, you can read the page on [[UB Housing Selection|Housing Selection]].

=== What to Bring - For Each Person ===
==== Essentials: ====

* Alarm Clock
** This is recommended to have even if you use your cell phone to wake up, in case your phone doesn't go off (this happens more often than you think)
** Dual Power (Outlet + Battery Backup) recommended
** This can be placed across the room if preferred, so you have to get out of bed to turn it off
** Alarm Clock with dim LEDs recommended
* Charging Cables
* Power Banks
* Medications
* Command Strips
* Storage Bins
* Shelf
* Reusable Water Bottle
* Flashlight
* Backpack
* Sunglasses
* Wallet
* Keys
* Microfiber Cloth

==== School and Paper Supplies: ====

* Pencils, Erasers, and Pens
* Pencil Sharpener
* Notebooks
* Folders With Pockets
* Index Cards
* Sticky Notes
* Paper Clips and Binder Clips
* Rubber Bands
* Clear Tape
* Masking Tape
* Scissors
* Highlighter Pens (multiple colors)
* Ruler
* Mail Stamps
* Envelopes
* Stapler
* Staples

==== Laundry: ====

* Dirty Laundry Basket
* Clean Laundry Basket
* Laundry Detergent
* Dryer Sheets

==== Personal Hygiene: ====

* Toothbrush
* Toothpaste
* Dental Floss
* Hair Brush / Comb
* Deodorant / Antiperspirant
* Shampoo and Conditioner
* Body Wash / Body Soap
* Shaving Supplies
* Bath Towels
* Shower Caddy (If living in a dorm)
* Shower Sandals (If living in a dorm)
* Nail Clippers
* Tweezers
* Cotton Swabs
* Face Wash / Skincare Products
* Hair Dryer (If used)

==== Health, Safety, and Wellness: ====

* First Aid Kit
* Thermometer
* Over the Counter Medications
** Pain relievers (such as Tylenol and Ibuprofen)
** Cold and Flu Medications
** Antacids (such as Calcium Carbonate, typically known as Tums)
** Aspirin
* Reusable Ice Pack
* Behind the Counter (Non-Prescribed) Medications:
** Pseudoephedrine (The Non-PE version of Sudafed)
*** The over-the-counter "Sudafed PE" version is phenylephrine, proven to do nothing more than a placebo.<ref>https://www.fda.gov/news-events/press-announcements/fda-proposes-ending-use-oral-phenylephrine-otc-monograph-nasal-decongestant-active-ingredient-after</ref><ref>https://medicine.yale.edu/news-article/phenylephrine-a-common-decongestant-is-ineffective-say-fda-advisors-its-not-alone/</ref><ref>https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC10730950/</ref><ref>https://www.pbs.org/newshour/nation/fda-says-decongestant-in-many-cold-medicines-doesnt-work-heres-what-you-should-know</ref>
* Sleep Mask
* Earplugs
* Hydrogen Peroxide
* Isopropyl Alcohol
* Bug Spray
* Sunscreen
* Bandages
* Gauze Pads
* Medical Tape

==== Comfort: ====

* Pillows
* Blankets
* Bed Sheets

==== Clothing and Weather: ====

* Jacket
* Sweatshirt / Hoodie
* Shirts
* Underwear
* Shorts
* Pants
* Socks
* Shoes
* Boots
* Lint Roller
* Boot Tray
* Umbrella
* Gloves
* Hat
* Scarf
* Swimming Outfit
* Professional Dress Clothing
* Clothing Hangers
* Sandals
* Sewing Kit

==== Technology: ====

* Laptop
* Ethernet Cable
* USB Hub
* USB Extension Cord
* Bluetooth Speaker
* Noise Cancelling Headphones
* USB Flash Drives
* HDMI Cable
* Desktop Computer
* Monitors
* Keyboard
* Mouse
* Cable Ties
** Can be plastic zip ties, velcro cable ties are preferred

=== What to Bring - For Roommates to Discuss ===
''If living by yourself, go over list as needed.''

==== Cleaning Supplies and Maintenance: ====

* Cleaning Supplies
* Vacuum or Dustpan and Broom
* Garbage Bin
* Garbage Bags
* Disinfecting Wipes
* Toilet Paper
* Toilet Plunger (If living in an apartment, or to be prepared in case a toilet clogs)
* Toilet Brush (If living in an apartment)
* Cleaning Mop
** Swiffer Wetjets are common among students due to their convenience
* Air Fresheners
** Plug-in air fresheners are unfortunately not allowed, and may get noted during a planned room inspection
* Paper Towels

==== Shared Utilities and Technology: ====

* Surge Protectors
* Box Fans
* TV
* Clothing Steamer or Iron and Ironing Board

==== Kitchen and Food: ====

* Can Opener
* Paper Towels
* Air Fryer (Apartment Kitchens Only)
* Indoor Grill / Griddle (Apartment Kitchens Only)
* Coffee Maker
* Pots and Pans
* Spatulas and Stirring Spoons
* Mini Fridge (Dorms Only, Must Be <= 4.5 Cubic Feet)
* Dish Soap
* Sponge or Dish Scrubber
* Plates, Bowls, and Mugs (Microwave Safe recommended)
* Silverware / Utensils
* Cutting Board (Preferably not plastic)
* Salt, Pepper, and Basic Seasonings
* Dishwasher Detergent (If living in an apartment)
** The prefilled pods are generally not recommended, and are not cost-efficient
* Mixing Bowl
* Mixer

==== Tools: ====

* Screwdriver
* Hammer
* Wrench
* Allen Wrench Set / Hex Keys

=== What to Bring - Bonus ===
''These are bonus items that you may wish to bring if you have an interest in them, but likely will not need if you don't.''

==== General Bonus Items: ====

* LED Light Strips
* Device Charging Port Cleaning Tips
* Security Cameras (If living by yourself and comfortable with it)
* Board Games
* Card Games
* Basketball
* Books
* Air Purifier or Air Filter
* Weighted Blanket
** If a hot sleeper, a 100% cotton weighted blanket with cooling glass beads is recommended
* Label Maker

==== Hobby Bonus Items: ====

* Dedicated Camera
* 3D Printer and Filament
* Raspberry Pi / Orange Pi / Other Portable Computers
* Drone
* Arduino or Raspberry Pi Pico Kit
* Chess Set
* Instruments
** Guitar, Ukulele, Violin, Trumpet, Trombone, Tuba, Digital Keyboard, Recorder, Clarinet, Flute, etc
* DJ Setup
* Lockpicking Set
* Drawing Tablet
* Sketchbooks and Art Supplies
* Sewing Machine
* Action Cameras
** Such as a GoPro camera
* Compact Telescope
* Portable Synthesizer or MIDI Controller
* Rubik's Cubes
* Compact Gardening Kit
* Amateur Radio Equipment
** Ham Radio Handheld
*** A common entry-level choice is the Baofeng UV-5R (and variants such as the Baofeng 5RM) due to its cheap price point
* Yoga Mat and Equipment
* Painting Supplies

=== Receiving Mail and Packages ===
Your address can be found by referencing this page: https://www.buffalo.edu/campusliving/for-current-students/amenities/mail-and-package.html

As an example, if you live in Room 1078 of the Spaulding Quadrangle of the Ellicott Complex on North Campus with Bedspace A, you would format your address as the following:

Firstname Lastname

1078A Spaulding Quadrangle,

Buffalo, New York 14261-0054

Once an item or package is delivered to this address, assuming you formatted it correctly, it will be given to the UB package handling center. This means that your package may be marked as delivered before you're ready to receive it. It may take UB some time to process your package. Once done, you will receive an email to your UB email address with instructions on how to pick up your package. There may be package lockers you need to type in a code for, or you may need to receive your item at a front desk with your UB ID card. If you do not pick up your package in time (within 14 days of notice), the package will be returned to sender.

== Part II: UB Dining ==
=== Dining Plans ===
UB's dining plans are prepaid meal accounts that provide students with meals at campus dining halls and funds for food purchases at university dining locations. The plans offered include Flex 19, Flex 14, Flex 10, and Flex 7, each number corresponding to a number of meal swipes given each week (Flex 7 gives 7 meal swipes per week, for example). Each plan also comes with a small allowance for Dining Points. UB also offers Dining Points only plans. All first-year students living on campus are required to choose between Flex 14 and Flex 19, and are automatically enrolled into the latter.<ref name=":02">https://myubcard.com/content/mealplans</ref> First-year students living on campus must choose between Flex 14 and Flex 19 for a mandatory dining plan. There is no way to opt out of a meal plan in this case - it is required, even with food allergies or other dietary restrictions.

==== Meal Swipes and Dining Points ====
A '''meal swipe''' can be used in two main ways - either to enter a residential dining hall, or as a meal exchange. When a student uses a swipe at a traditional dining hall (such as C3 or other buffet-style halls), one meal is deducted from their weekly allowance and they can eat freely in that sitting. If a student instead chooses to use a meal swipe at another on-campus dining location, the swipe has a set dollar value that varies based on the meal period. UB assigns meal exchange values based on the time of day, such as $8 for Breakfast, $9.50 for Late Night, and $12.75 for other periods as of the 2025-2026 academic year.<ref name=":03">https://myubcard.com/content/mealplans</ref> This means that if a student buys food at Moe's in SU and the total comes to $15, using a meal swipe at lunch would cover $12.75 and the remaining $2.25 would have to be paid from another source (such as Dining Points).

Students can use up to two swipes per meal period. The weekly swipe count resets every Saturday at 3:00 AM, meaning all unused meal swipes (which the student paid for) are lost, and there is no way to get them back.

'''Dining Points''' are a balance included in all meal plans, and are generally considered more flexible and convenient than meal swipes. They are tax-exempt, meaning students do not have to pay tax on food purchases made with Dining Points, and can be used at the on-campus dining locations, at the two on-campus convenience stores (The Elli at Ellicott and Teddy's at Governors) to purchase food products, and at vending machines. Points are flexible for any food item, no matter how small (down to a cup of coffee), meaning students are not encouraged to get more food than they need or lose money by using a full meal swipe. Dining Points also get a 25% discount at the dining halls. If students use all of their Dining Points before the semester ends, they can add more in $25 increments online.

==== Pricing ====
UB's dining plans are a significant expense - for example, Flex 19 costs $3,995 per semester ($7,990 per year), and Flex 14 costs $3,820 per semester ($7,640 per year), independent of the housing cost itself.<ref name=":04">https://myubcard.com/content/mealplans</ref> This means if a student wishes to live on campus for their first year, they must pay at least $7,640 for a meal plan ''in addition'' to the cost of the dorm.

==== Criticism ====
Many students criticize the "Flex" plans due to wasted money with the meal swipe resets and encouraging students to eat when they're not hungry (which can contribute to unhealthy weight gain and other issues) - and therefore the common advice for non-first-year students to get a Dining Points only plan or no plan at all. Additionally, using a meal swipe during a Breakfast or Late Night period will cause the student to lose money, as they do not get full value of the swipe they paid a higher amount for. Critics argue that many students are unaware that they cannot use meal swipes in-between meal periods, such as between 4:00 PM and 4:30 PM, until they attempt to use one and are told they cannot use a meal swipe to pay for their food. Despite this, many students who live on campus after their first year choose to opt for a dining plan, especially due to the ability to get a Dining Points only plan.

=== Dining Locations ===
==== Dining Halls ====

* '''[[Ellicott Complex]]''': Crossroads Culinary Center (C3)
* '''[[Governors Complex]]''': Governors Dining Center
* '''[[South Campus]]''': Main Street Market Dining Center

The Dining Menu for the dining hall can be viewed here: https://ubdining.com/locations/menu

==== The Commons ====
[[The Commons]] is located on North Campus, across from the Student Union. '''The Commons does not accept dining plans, despite being on campus. Meal Swipes and Dining Points will not be accepted there.''' Locations at The Commons include Starbucks, Subway, and La Rosa.

== Part III: Finding Your Way Around Campus ==
As a new student, you may feel confused about where you need to go. However, UB has resources to help with finding your way to different areas across campus.

=== About Each Campus ===
The University at Buffalo has three campuses: [[North Campus]], [[South Campus]], and [[Downtown Campus]].

* The '''North Campus''' is located in Amherst, NY.
** This is generally considered the "main campus" of UB - it's the most well-known and where most students are.
** The following residential halls are here:
*** [[Governors Complex]] (First Year Students Only)
*** [[Ellicott Complex]]
*** [[Greiner Hall]] (Second Year Students Only)
** The following apartments are here:
*** [[Flint Village]]
*** [[South Lake Village]]
*** [[Creekside Village]]
*** [[Hadley Village]]
*** [[Flickinger Court]]
* The '''South Campus''' is located in [[Buffalo|Buffalo, NY]].
** This was the original (first) campus of UB.
** The following residential halls are here:
*** Clement Hall
*** Goodyear Hall
* The '''Downtown Campus''' is located in Buffalo, NY - specifically in Downtown Buffalo.

=== Where Your Classes Are ===
The location of your classes depends on what school and department your class is in. Therefore, your major will play a significant role in where your classes will be.

If your major is in any of the following schools, your major-specific classes might be on ''South Campus'':

* [[School of Architecture and Planning]]
* School of Dental Medicine
* School of Nursing
* [[School of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences]]
* [[School of Public Health and Health Professions]]

If your major is in any of the following schools, your major-specific classes might be on ''Downtown Campus'':

* [[Jacobs School of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences]]

If you are not in any of the previously mentioned schools, your major-specific classes might be on ''North Campus''. However, regardless of your school, it is likely that you will have classes on North Campus, especially if you are an undergraduate.

=== How to Find Your Class Location ===
First, you'll need to find what building your class is in, which should be listed on your schedule as a building and room number. Once you've found the building, you can use the following link to see which campus the building is on: https://www.buffalo.edu/administrative-services/managing-facilities/planning-designing-and-construction/building-profiles.html

For example, if your class is in Davis Hall, you can go to the above link and look in each tab for Davis Hall. Using your browser's search functionality may be helpful for this - this is typically with Ctrl + F on Windows or Linux and Command + F on macOS.

=== Navigating Around Campus ===
Many students find it helpful to use the campus map websites, which are as follows:

'''North Campus''': https://www.buffalo.edu/home/visiting-ub/map.html#north

'''South Campus''': https://www.buffalo.edu/home/visiting-ub/map.html#south

'''Downtown Campus''': https://www.buffalo.edu/home/visiting-ub/map.html#dt

You can open one of these maps in a browser app on a cellular phone (with GPS and cellular data) if you have one - in this case, if you enable location permissions for the website, you may be able to see your current location as you walk. This can be incredibly useful when you are learning where buildings are on campus and how to get to them.

== Part IV: Transportation ==
To be written. To the community: Please feel free to contribute!

Starting Notes:

The University at Buffalo has two types of transportation covered by the mandatory Transportation Fee - the Stampede, which are a set of buses to get around and between campuses, and the Shuttle, which is a way to get around one campus.
[[File:UB Stampede in Winter 2024-2025.png|alt=A picture of a UB Stampede Bus near a parking lot with cars that are snowed on, in which the photographer is standing on a sidewalk but not visible|thumb|UB Stampede Bus in the winter]]
The University at Buffalo offers campus shuttles, buses, and various transit options for students.

=== UB Stampede (Inter-Campus Buses) ===
The UB Stampede is a fleet of blue-and-white buses that provide transit between various locations of North and South Campus, as well as between North Campus, South Campus, and Downtown Campus. Students can ride the buses as much as needed or preferred, as it is covered by the Transportation Fee - therefore, students do not have to pay additional fare when using the Stampede buses (not to be confused with NFTA buses, which go across Niagara County and Erie County - not just UB - and do require fare to be paid). The Stampede buses run throughout the day during the fall and spring semesters. During peak class hours on weekdays, Stampede buses typically depart frequently to allow students to get between campuses or around campus without waiting for too long.

== Part V: Financial Aid ==
There is more content to be written. If you are a new student and you need help with Financial Aid, some info may be covered at Freshman Orientation. To the community: Please feel free to contribute!

Starting notes for anyone who wishes to contribute:

=== Federal Financial Aid ===
The '''Federal Pell Grant''' provides funds to high-need undergraduate students pursuing their first bachelor's degree. Eligibility is determined by the FAFSA and is based on the student's Student Aid Index (SAI) and enrollment status. For the 2023-2024 year, for example, the maximum Pell Grant was about $7,395 for full-time students with the greatest financial need.<ref name=":0">https://www.suny.edu/media/suny/content-assets/documents/financial-aid/suny-financial-aid.pdf</ref> Students may receive Pell for up to the equivalent of 12 full-time semesters (six years) before reaching the lifetime limit.<ref>https://financialaid.buffalo.edu/aid/grants/undergraduate/pell/</ref>

The '''Federal Supplemental Educational Opportunity (SEOG) Grant''' provides additional grant money to students with exceptional financial need. Federal SEOG awards are limited and are given to the neediest students, and can be up to $4,000<ref name=":0" />, but students usually receive up to a few hundred dollars due to limited funding.

Additionally, students may participate in a '''Federal Work-Study''', which provides part-time campus jobs for students with financial need. While not a grant, it is a form of aid where earnings from work can help pay for personal and educational expenses. The amount a student can earn through work study depends on their financial need and the availability of jobs.<ref name=":0" /> UB offers work study positions in various departments, libraries, and offices. Students earn at least minimum wage and are paid directly for hours worked, up to the total Federal Work Study award amount.

Federal Loans are also an option if needed, but are not free money - loans must be paid back in full and with interest.

To receive federal financial aid, you will need to fill out the FAFSA at https://studentaid.gov

=== State Financial Aid ===
State financial aid includes NYS TAP (Tuition Assistance Program), SUNY Tuition Credit, NYS STEM Incentive Program, and the Excelsior Scholarship.

The '''Tuition Assistance Program''', also known as NYS TAP, is a grant for New York State residents attending college in-state. TAP awards at UB can be up to $5,665 per year (based on the 2023-2024 year) and is based on the family's New York State net taxable income and cost of tuition. TAP is tuition based, meaning it can only be applied toward tuition charges (not room and board/housing, fees, textbooks, etc). At UB, if tuition increases or a student's TAP award doesn't cover full tuition, the '''SUNY Tuition Credit''' may be applied.<ref name=":0" />

The '''Excelsior Scholarship''' is a last source of funding to cover tuition for families with incomes up to $125,000. At UB, Excelsior covers any remaining tuition cost after Pell, TAP, and other grants. For example, if a student's tuition is $7,000 and they receive $5,000 from TAP and Pell, Excelsior would cover the remaining $2,000. To qualify, students must be NYS residents, attend full-time, complete at least 30 credits every year, and commit to live and work in New York for the number of years they received the scholarship for after graduation. The award is renewable for up to 4 years (for a bachelor's degree) as long as the student meets the ongoing requirements. As it is a last-dollar scholarship, students who already have full tuition covered by other sources of funding such as Pell and TAP may not receive additional funds from the Excelsior Scholarship.<ref>https://www.hesc.ny.gov/find-aid/nys-grants-scholarships/excelsior-scholarship-program</ref>

The '''STEM Incentive Program''' provides a full tuition award to the top 10% of each NY high school, provided they enroll in an approved STEM degree at a SUNY/CUNY school (such as UB) and agree to work in a STEM job in New York State for at least 5 years after graduation. Students must be residents of NYS, maintain full-time enrollment in a STEM major, and meet a minimum GPA requirement of at least 2.5 per semester.<ref>https://financialaid.buffalo.edu/aid/grants/undergraduate/stem/</ref>

To receive state financial aid, you will need to fill out the HESC application at [https://www.hesc.ny.gov/applying-aid/prepare-what-you-need https://hesc.ny.gov]

=== Other Financial Aid ===
ACCES-VR is a program for those with disabilities who can receive financial assistance and assistance with seeking and maintaining employment after college.

[[UB Educational Opportunity Program (EOP)|Educational Opportunity Program (EOP)]] is a program to support students who are limited both academically and financially.

=== Scholarships ===
UB offers merit-based scholarships to students. High-achieving applicants may be considered for Undergraduate Merit Scholarships if they apply to UB by the scholarship deadline. These scholarships, such as the Presidential Scholarship and Provost Scholarship, are typically awarded based on high school GPA, SAT/ACT scores, and other achievements.<ref>https://admissions.buffalo.edu/costs/scholarships.php</ref> The Presidential Scholarship requires its own application. UB also has an online scholarship portal (UB AcademicWorks) where current students can apply for dozens to many donor-funded and departmental scholarships, which may range from a few hundred to several thousand dollars and often require essays.

=== Loans ===
Loans may be an option in case money is still owed after all financial aid and scholarships have been exhausted, and the student is unable to pay what is owed. Loans are not free money and must be paid back - it is easy for a student to take out a loan, but the debt may catch up to the student if they take out too much. The federal government offers Federal Direct Loans for those who are eligible, and are highly recommended before any consideration of private loans, as federal loans can be manageable. For those who still need loans after all Federal Direct Loans, Federal Parent PLUS loans may be available if a student's legal parent or guardian is willing to sign up for it with the student and is also eligible.

Private loans should be considered an absolute last resort, as they have been known to ruin students' lives with tremendous amounts of debt - especially predatory loans such as Sallie Mae (aka Navient) and Wells Fargo. '''''Never take out Sallie Mae loans or refinance federal loans with them, no matter how much you feel the need to do so. It will ruin your life'''''.<ref>https://www.reddit.com/r/StudentLoans/comments/18o2kvz/sallie_mae_has_ruined_me/</ref><ref>https://www.reddit.com/r/StudentLoans/comments/191zapx/sallie_mae_ruins_lives/</ref><ref>https://www.reddit.com/r/StudentLoans/comments/1ixx3hj/do_not_apply_for_private_student_loans_do_not/</ref><ref>https://www.consumerfinance.gov/about-us/newsroom/cfpb-bans-navient-from-federal-student-loan-servicing-and-orders-the-company-to-pay-120-million-for-wide-ranging-student-lending-failures/</ref><ref>https://www.reddit.com/r/StudentLoans/comments/1ig1blk/sallie_mae_ruining_my_life_advice_pls/</ref><ref>https://www.reddit.com/r/StudentLoans/comments/1d8u36m/my_student_loan_hell_story_ft_saliemae/</ref><ref>https://www.reddit.com/r/StudentLoans/comments/1jss5m7/being_sued_by_sallie_mae/</ref><ref>https://www.reddit.com/r/StudentLoans/comments/1jaehmt/salliemae_loans_sent_to_collections/</ref><ref>https://www.reddit.com/r/StudentLoans/comments/1bnjqbf/sallie_mae_cancer/</ref><ref>https://www.reddit.com/r/StudentLoans/comments/1jl92oh/sallie_mae_help/</ref>

== Part VI: Printing ==
The University at Buffalo provides a cloud-based printing service for students called UB Print Anywhere, utilizing Wepa (Wireless Everywhere Print Anywhere). This system allows students to print documents from their own devices or campus computers to any of the numerous print kiosks located across UB's campuses. Each student receives a print quota covered by the Technology Fee each semester, which covers a reasonable amount of printing. The printing infrastructure is intended to be convenient and accessible, as students can send print jobs from at home or on the go, then release them at a kiosk by swiping their UB card.

=== Print Quota and Covered Pages ===
Every enrolled UB student is allocated a print quota for printing each semester, which is paid for by the Technology Fee. The policy is the equivalent to 500 black-and-white pages (250 black-and-white sheets) if printed double-sided, or 200 black-and-white pages (100 black-and-white sheets) if printed double-sided for students enrolled in a summer course during the summer term.<ref>https://www.buffalo.edu/ubit/services/print-anywhere/quota.html</ref> These quotas are intended to cover students' academic printing needs.
[[File:UB Print Anywhere Kiosk.png|alt=A blue and white print kiosk with the words "Print Here" on the front and the words "Print Station" on the side. The kiosk has a touchscreen.|thumb|A Wepa "Print Anywhere" kiosk at UB. Students can send print jobs online and release them at any kiosk by swiping their UB Card, or can use the mobile app to print documents at the kiosk.]]

=== Printing Locations and Kiosks ===
There are 56 Wepa print station kiosks located between North Campus and South Campus. These include locations in libraries, computing centers, residence halls, and some academic buildings. For example, kiosks can be found in Lockwood Library and Silverman Library, the Student Union, residence hall lobbies, and hallways of large lecture buildings. Even some dorm complexes have a kiosk located within them for easy access. UB provides an online map of all Print Anywhere kiosk locations so that students can find the nearest one.<ref>https://www.buffalo.edu/ubit/services/print-anywhere/locations.html</ref>

The print stations are branded with the blue-and-white UB bulls logo and have touchscreens where students log in, swipe their card, or otherwise interact with the printer to retrieve documents. They are self-service, such that students can see queued documents, select which to print, and adjust options such as number of copies via the touchscreen once logged in, if using the touchscreen instead of the mobile app. The kiosks support both black-and-white and color printing, and accept file formats such as PDFs, Microsoft Office documents, and images via Wepa Cloud.

=== Printing Jobs ===
Students have multiple ways to send documents to the UB Print Anywhere system. For example, they can upload files directly to the Wepa cloud print queue via the Wepa Print mobile app. The mobile app allows selecting options like double-sided vs single-sided, color vs black and white, and how many copies to print for each file. Students may also use the Wepa Print computer drivers if they install it on their personal computers, which lets them print from any application on the computer and choose a Wepa printer.<ref>https://www.buffalo.edu/ubit/services/print-anywhere.html#:~:text=Download%20drivers</ref> The public computing sites and library computers at UB are configured to use the Wepa system. Furthermore, the kiosks themselves allow direct printing from USB storage such as a flash drive, using the kiosk interface to select files to print.

=== Costs and Paying for Printing ===
The cost structure for printing is $0.08 per page for single-sided black and white, $0.065 per page ($0.13 per sheet) for double-sided black and white, and $0.35 per side (regardless of whether single-sided or double-sided) for color printing. If students print in color, the quota will be used up faster (since color pages cost more). Once the quota is exhausted, the system will charge the student's Campus Cash account, if any is available - otherwise, the print will fail. As Campus Cash can only be added in denominations of $25<ref>https://myubcard.com/docs/fall-dining-contract</ref>, students should ensure they don't use too much of their quota, or they should have their own printer if potentially printing more than what the quota provides, as many students find it frustrating to be required to spend $25 for more printing when they only need a dollar or two.

== Part VII: Clubs, Campus Events, and Student Life ==
Most [[List of Clubs|organizations]] on campus are run under and funded through the [[Student Association (SA)]] and [[Graduate Student Association (GSA)]]. They provide yearly funding to recognized clubs and have funds for other clubs or events on campus that people might want to run. When moving in at the beginning of the year, look out for tables in the Student Union, as many organizations will have tables laid out displaying their club/organization. These range anywhere from academic clubs, Greek life, religious/political groups, and funny hobby-based groups.

Bulletin boards around campus are typically cleaned every semester or so, so information on them should be up-to-date. Always keep an eye out for posters as clubs and major events will be posted daily. Emails are also sent to students from the SA and GSA regularly with newsletters and lists of upcoming events. These organizations often offer students - both undergrads and graduate students - discounted tickets to events in town/the city such as the Zoo, Sabres games, and musical theater performances. Note that SA and GSA are run partially independently so discounted tickets are not always offered to both SA and GSA.

Walking around campus will open you up to events on campus as well. Very often, you can just run across events being run on campus by walking around the Student Union or adjacent areas. Around the start of the year, a poster sale is often held outside the SU where you can buy reasonably-priced posters for your dorm or a campus office. There have also often been petting zoos and animals brought onto campus, so you can get to pet animals such as llamas, goats, tortoises, etc.

=== UBLinked ===
UBLinked is a platform that allows students to find events hosted by clubs, Campus Living, RHA (Residence Hall Association), and more. It is also used by club officers to create events and reserve rooms.

[There is plenty more information! Please feel free to contribute!]

== Part VIII: Class Registration and Creating a Schedule ==
Note: Some sections of this guide are incomplete. Please feel free to contribute!

Course registration is conducted in the HUB Student Center (accessed via myUB). The UB registrar publishes detailed, step-by-step instructions for using HUB tools including class search, Schedule Builder, and the Shopping Cart. It also publishes term-specific enrollment appointment windows and registration-related deadlines.<ref>https://www.buffalo.edu/registrar/registration/important-dates-and-enrollment-appointments.html</ref>

The '''Schedule Builder''' in HUB is a method for searching courses and generating possible schedules, with functions including search criteria (e.g., campus/session/instruction mode), add break periods, generate schedules, validate selections and send selected classes to the Shopping Cart. The registrar defines the Academic Advisement Report (AAR) as the result of a degree audit against a student's current program plan, showing whether degree requirements have been satisfied.<ref>https://www.buffalo.edu/registrar/faculty-staff-resources/advisement/academic-advisement-report.html</ref> Students can view it in HUB via the Academic Progress tile. For hypothetical planning, the registrar provides a "What-If Report," described as a simulated version of the AAR that can model a different major/minor scenario ("Program Scenario") or evaluate how not-yet-taken courses.<ref>https://www.buffalo.edu/registrar/instructions-for-using-HUB/what-if-report.html</ref>

UB assigns each student a specific date and time to begin registering in HUB, referred to as an '''Enrollment Appointment''', visible in HUB within the Manage Classes tile. It is essential to register at 7:00 AM on the date of registration to ensure the best chance of getting each class, for reasons ranging from a more desirable time/professor to being able to graduate on time for a required course with limited availability. The Schedule Builder and Shopping Cart can and should be used in advance of class registration to allow for immediate enrollment at 7AM.

=== Holds, Eligibility Checks, Enrollment Blocks, and Waitlists ===
Registration holds are university actions that can prevent registration, resigning form classes, receiving grades and/or releasing records including transcripts and diplomas until resolved. Students can view hold details in HUB through the To-Do tile, where clicking a hold provides details and instructions for resolution.

Waitlists are an optional feature that departments can enable for specific classes (or sections of classes). When a course's enrollment is full, the waitlist becomes available until capacity is reached, and students may add themselves through the end of the Add / Drop period if space on the waitlist remains. '''Joining a waitlist does not guarantee enrollment''', as students are automatically enrolled only if a seat opens before the end of Drop/Add and the student meets eligibility requirements when processed. A notification will be sent to the student's @buffalo.edu email.<ref>https://www.buffalo.edu/registrar/registration/register/wait-list.html</ref>

The registrar's waitlist policy explains that even when a seat opens, HUB will not enroll a waitlisted student if there is a time conflict, a negative service indicator (including a hold), or other listed constraints - in this case, the seat will be immediately offered to the next eligible student on the waitlist, potentially leading to the inability for the affected student to register.

UB also places responsibility on the student to remove themselves from a waitlist if no longer interested. Failure to do so can result in enrollment for the semester and associated academic impacts or financial penalties if not dropped before the end of the add-drop period.

=== Drop-Add Period (Add-Drop Period), Course Resignation, and Repeating a Course ===
Note: This section is incomplete and does not include details on repeating a course. To the community: Please feel free to contribute!

During the drop-add period, a course is not dropped until the student processes the request in HUB. Students may add or drop courses between the enrollment appointment and 11:59 PM on the last day of the session's drop/add period, usually during the first week of classes. Courses dropped during this period do not carry financial responsibility.

Resigning a course, on the other hand, occurs after the drop/add deadline (before the resignation deadline) and may carry financial penalties, the severity of which depending on timing throughout the semester. Resigned grades also do not count toward academic load for reporting part-time or full-time status, which can cause further penalties regarding financial aid, scholarships, lending, and other financial assistance.<ref>https://www.buffalo.edu/registrar/registration/drop-add-resign.html</ref>

For example, resigning a 3-credit course wihle taking 14 credits may drop a student to 11 credits, which is considered part time. Some forms of financial aid require taking a certain number of Degree Applicable Credits (DACs), such that a student taking 17 credits, of which 11 are for their major and 6 are for a minor, could drop a 3-credit major-related course and only be taking 11 DACs (despite still taking 14 credits) and incur a financial penalty. This will depend on the major, however - contact the UB Financial Aid office and your Academic Advisor for more information. Some financial aid also requires a certain number of credits per year (e.g. 30 credits yearly).

=== Enrollment Automation and Late Registration ===
The registrar explicitly prohibits "registration using an automated process" (including but not limited to bots, scripted, and automation tools), stating that such use violates the Student Code of Conduct and Computing and Network Use Policy, and may result in a loss of registration access, deregistration from classes and disciplinary action.<ref>https://www.buffalo.edu/registrar/instructions-for-using-HUB/register-for-classes.html</ref>

Additional charges can be applied for late registration if a student does not register by published dates.

=== Undergraduate Step-by-Step Schedule Planning and Enrollment ===
To be written. To the community, please feel free to contribute!

Recommended to include: Screenshots with highlights/boxes/arrows/etc, how to start planning for a course, making a realistic schedule, using the schedule builder, sending classes to the shopping cart, and enrolling on the day of registration.

Starting notes for reference:

Undergraduate students must be registered for at least 12+ credits to be considered full-time, and recommends taking an average of 15 credits per semester to graduate within four years. Undergrads can register for a maximum of 19 credits in the fall and spring, with higher credit loads requiring an override from an academic advisor.<ref>https://www.buffalo.edu/registrar/registration/prepare-to-register/undergraduate-students.html</ref>

UB's registration preparation guidance recommends avoiding time conflicts and explicitly advises allowing one hour of travel time between North and South campus, with at least 30 minutes of travel time between the Spine and Ellicott Complex (including Academic Center) on North Campus. Instructors have the right to refuse entrance or attendance credit after the class start time.<ref>https://www.buffalo.edu/registrar/registration/prepare-to-register/undergraduate-students.html</ref>

=== Graduate/Professional Step-by-Step Schedule Planning and Enrollment ===
To be written. To the community, please feel free to contribute!

Recommended to include: Screenshots with highlights/boxes/arrows/etc, how to start planning for a course, making a realistic schedule, using the schedule builder, sending classes to the shpping cart, and enrolling on the day of registration.

== Part IX: Summer Orientation and Welcome Weekend ==
=== First Year Summer Orientation ===
UB's First Year Summer Orientation is a two-day program held on campus in mid-July for students starting in the Fall semester. Multiple session dates are offered (such as several 2-day sessions throughout July) and students register in advance for the session that fits their schedule. Each session usually runs from the morning of Day 1 through the afternoon of Day 2. Students are encouraged to stay overnight in an on-campus residence hall during Orientation - this is included at no extra charge as it's part of the program.<ref name=":1">https://www.buffalo.edu/studentlife/new-to-ub/first-year-and-transfer-students/orientation/first-year-summer-orientation.html</ref> However, the dorm buildings may be extremely hot due to their lack of air conditioning, meaning students should prepare for a potentially hot night and bring a box fan if staying. UB assigns Orientation attendees (often the Governors Complex on North Campus) with a roommate for the one-night stay. Living on campus for the night allows new students to get a feel for residential life and continue participating in evening activities.

During the two-day orientation, students follow a structured schedule. On Day One, check-in typically occurs in the morning (such as 9:00 AM to 10:30 AM at the Governors Complex). Students receive a welcome and join groups led by Orientation Leaders (OLs), who are current students trained to guide them. Throughout the day, sessions cover academic success strategies, such as faculty panels or advisor presentations on expectations in the UB classroom. There are also campus tours - OLs may take students around academic buildings, libraries, and student service offices so they can start familiarizing themselves with North Campus.

In the afternoon and evening of Day One, additional topics are covered, such as financial literacy (how to understand your bill, due dates, etc), tips for living on campus (for those living in the dorms) or commuting, and discussions about student life scenarios (such as social and personal challenges new students may face). Meals are provided during orientation - lunch at One World Cafe located inside Capen Hall, and dinner at the Crossroads Culinary Center (C3) dining hall. Day Two of Orientation includes additional workshops and informational sessions in the morning. By the early afternoon, orientation concludes, and students can check out various aspects of campus.

=== Online Orientation ===
If students cannot attend the July sessions, they may be able to complete an Online Orientation module in August, ensuring they still receive necessary information.<ref name=":1" />

=== Welcome Weekend ===
UB Welcome Weekend is a multi-day program right before classes begin in the fall semester focused on welcoming all new students (including both first-year and transfer students) to campus life. It extends through the weekend with a series of events, workshops, and social activities. Participation is mandatory for freshmen, and UB explicitly states that new students are required to attend.<ref name=":1" /> This is when the majority of new students move into the residence halls and serves as a continuation and reinforcement of orientation.

For students living on campus, Welcome Weekend begins with Move-In Day. UB typically assigns move-in times over 1-2 days (for example, first-year move in might be Thursday and Friday). Once students have moved into dorms, the structured Welcome Weekend activities begin.

Informational Seminars and Workshops take place during Welcome Weekend to cover practical topics. Many students use the weekend to find their classrooms before the first day of their classes, and Orientation Leaders or Residential Advisors may lead tours to show where major academic buildings are, so students can locate the rooms on their class schedule. Students living on campus will have meetings with their Residential Advisors and floormates to cover residence hall rules, safety, and to get to know each other.

Additionally, UB makes sure there are fun activities each day and evening of Welcome Weekend. There is often Campus Fest, which is a fair with student-run clubs and organizations and campus departments that allows students to learn about clubs that may match their interests or hobbies.

== Part X: Changing Your Major ==
To be written. Please feel free to contribute!

== Part XI: Finding a Lost Item ==
If you have lost an item on campus, there are several resources that you can go to in order to potentially receive your item back. This is assuming someone turned in your lost item to one of these resources.

=== Important: Providing a Description ===
It is extremely important that you provide a detailed description of your lost item. In addition to finding any pictures of your item, if available, you should include factors such as:

* Size
* Color
* Shape
* Manufacturer / Brand
* Personal Marks / Unique Factors

You should also include information on possible locations for where your item was lost and approximate or possible day(s) and time(s) during which you could have lost your item.

The following resources can be used for finding lost items, each with their own Lost and Found:

* '''Student Union Lost and Found''': Go to the Student Union front desk on the first floor to ask about your item.
* '''Bissell Hall Lost and Found''': Bissell Hall is the UB Police Department. You can go in-person or dial (716)-645-2227 and press 1 to be transferred to their Lost and Found department.
* '''Silverman Library Lost and Found''': You can go to the front desk on the 3rd floor of Capen Hall to ask if they have your item.
* '''Lockwood Library Lost and Found''': You can go to the front desk on the 2nd floor of Lockwood Library to ask if they have seen your item.
* '''UB Parking and Transportation''': You can call (716)-645-3943 to reach UB Parking and Transportation, such as if you may have lost your item on a bus or shuttle.

You may also utilize alternative resources, such as Reddit's [https://ubwiki.tnology.dev/Social_Media r/UBreddit] subreddit, which is dedicated to the University at Buffalo.

== References ==
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Welcome to the New Student Guide. This is the starting page that will become a guide for new students at UB - feel free to contribute!

== Part I: Living on Campus ==
If you are living on campus, you may find this section helpful.

=== Applying for Housing and Housing Selection: ===
To learn about how you can apply for housing, you can read the page on [[UB Housing Selection|Housing Selection]].

=== What to Bring - For Each Person: ===
==== Essentials: ====

* Alarm Clock
** This is recommended to have even if you use your cell phone to wake up, in case your phone doesn't go off (this happens more often than you think)
** Dual Power (Outlet + Battery Backup) recommended
** This can be placed across the room if preferred, so you have to get out of bed to turn it off
** Alarm Clock with dim LEDs recommended
* Charging Cables
* Power Banks
* Medications
* Command Strips
* Storage Bins
* Shelf
* Reusable Water Bottle
* Flashlight
* Backpack
* Sunglasses
* Wallet
* Keys
* Microfiber Cloth

==== School and Paper Supplies: ====

* Pencils, Erasers, and Pens
* Pencil Sharpener
* Notebooks
* Folders With Pockets
* Index Cards
* Sticky Notes
* Paper Clips and Binder Clips
* Rubber Bands
* Clear Tape
* Masking Tape
* Scissors
* Highlighter Pens (multiple colors)
* Ruler
* Mail Stamps
* Envelopes
* Stapler
* Staples

==== Laundry: ====

* Dirty Laundry Basket
* Clean Laundry Basket
* Laundry Detergent
* Dryer Sheets

==== Personal Hygiene: ====

* Toothbrush
* Toothpaste
* Dental Floss
* Hair Brush / Comb
* Deodorant / Antiperspirant
* Shampoo and Conditioner
* Body Wash / Body Soap
* Shaving Supplies
* Bath Towels
* Shower Caddy (If living in a dorm)
* Shower Sandals (If living in a dorm)
* Nail Clippers
* Tweezers
* Cotton Swabs
* Face Wash / Skincare Products
* Hair Dryer (If used)

==== Health, Safety, and Wellness: ====

* First Aid Kit
* Thermometer
* Over the Counter Medications
** Pain relievers (such as Tylenol and Ibuprofen)
** Cold and Flu Medications
** Antacids (such as Calcium Carbonate, typically known as Tums)
** Aspirin
* Reusable Ice Pack
* Behind the Counter (Non-Prescribed) Medications:
** Pseudoephedrine (The Non-PE version of Sudafed)
*** The over-the-counter "Sudafed PE" version is phenylephrine, proven to do nothing more than a placebo.<ref>https://www.fda.gov/news-events/press-announcements/fda-proposes-ending-use-oral-phenylephrine-otc-monograph-nasal-decongestant-active-ingredient-after</ref><ref>https://medicine.yale.edu/news-article/phenylephrine-a-common-decongestant-is-ineffective-say-fda-advisors-its-not-alone/</ref><ref>https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC10730950/</ref><ref>https://www.pbs.org/newshour/nation/fda-says-decongestant-in-many-cold-medicines-doesnt-work-heres-what-you-should-know</ref>
* Sleep Mask
* Earplugs
* Hydrogen Peroxide
* Isopropyl Alcohol
* Bug Spray
* Sunscreen
* Bandages
* Gauze Pads
* Medical Tape

==== Comfort: ====

* Pillows
* Blankets
* Bed Sheets

==== Clothing and Weather: ====

* Jacket
* Sweatshirt / Hoodie
* Shirts
* Underwear
* Shorts
* Pants
* Socks
* Shoes
* Boots
* Lint Roller
* Boot Tray
* Umbrella
* Gloves
* Hat
* Scarf
* Swimming Outfit
* Professional Dress Clothing
* Clothing Hangers
* Sandals
* Sewing Kit

==== Technology: ====

* Laptop
* Ethernet Cable
* USB Hub
* USB Extension Cord
* Bluetooth Speaker
* Noise Cancelling Headphones
* USB Flash Drives
* HDMI Cable
* Desktop Computer
* Monitors
* Keyboard
* Mouse
* Cable Ties
** Can be plastic zip ties, velcro cable ties are preferred

=== What to Bring - For Roommates to Discuss: ===
''If living by yourself, go over list as needed.''

==== Cleaning Supplies and Maintenance: ====

* Cleaning Supplies
* Vacuum or Dustpan and Broom
* Garbage Bin
* Garbage Bags
* Disinfecting Wipes
* Toilet Paper
* Toilet Plunger (If living in an apartment, or to be prepared in case a toilet clogs)
* Toilet Brush (If living in an apartment)
* Cleaning Mop
** Swiffer Wetjets are common among students due to their convenience
* Air Fresheners
** Plug-in air fresheners are unfortunately not allowed, and may get noted during a planned room inspection
* Paper Towels

==== Shared Utilities and Technology: ====

* Surge Protectors
* Box Fans
* TV
* Clothing Steamer or Iron and Ironing Board

==== Kitchen and Food: ====

* Can Opener
* Paper Towels
* Air Fryer (Apartment Kitchens Only)
* Indoor Grill / Griddle (Apartment Kitchens Only)
* Coffee Maker
* Pots and Pans
* Spatulas and Stirring Spoons
* Mini Fridge (Dorms Only, Must Be <= 4.5 Cubic Feet)
* Dish Soap
* Sponge or Dish Scrubber
* Plates, Bowls, and Mugs (Microwave Safe recommended)
* Silverware / Utensils
* Cutting Board (Preferably not plastic)
* Salt, Pepper, and Basic Seasonings
* Dishwasher Detergent (If living in an apartment)
** The prefilled pods are generally not recommended, and are not cost-efficient
* Mixing Bowl
* Mixer

==== Tools: ====

* Screwdriver
* Hammer
* Wrench
* Allen Wrench Set / Hex Keys

=== What to Bring - Bonus: ===
''These are bonus items that you may wish to bring if you have an interest in them, but likely will not need if you don't.''

==== General Bonus Items: ====

* LED Light Strips
* Device Charging Port Cleaning Tips
* Security Cameras (If living by yourself and comfortable with it)
* Board Games
* Card Games
* Basketball
* Books
* Air Purifier or Air Filter
* Weighted Blanket
** If a hot sleeper, a 100% cotton weighted blanket with cooling glass beads is recommended
* Label Maker

==== Hobby Bonus Items: ====

* Dedicated Camera
* 3D Printer and Filament
* Raspberry Pi / Orange Pi / Other Portable Computers
* Drone
* Arduino or Raspberry Pi Pico Kit
* Chess Set
* Instruments
** Guitar, Ukulele, Violin, Trumpet, Trombone, Tuba, Digital Keyboard, Recorder, Clarinet, Flute, etc
* DJ Setup
* Lockpicking Set
* Drawing Tablet
* Sketchbooks and Art Supplies
* Sewing Machine
* Action Cameras
** Such as a GoPro camera
* Compact Telescope
* Portable Synthesizer or MIDI Controller
* Rubik's Cubes
* Compact Gardening Kit
* Amateur Radio Equipment
** Ham Radio Handheld
*** A common entry-level choice is the Baofeng UV-5R (and variants such as the Baofeng 5RM) due to its cheap price point
* Yoga Mat and Equipment
* Painting Supplies

=== Receiving Mail and Packages ===
Your address can be found by referencing this page: https://www.buffalo.edu/campusliving/for-current-students/amenities/mail-and-package.html

As an example, if you live in Room 1078 of the Spaulding Quadrangle of the Ellicott Complex on North Campus with Bedspace A, you would format your address as the following:

Firstname Lastname

1078A Spaulding Quadrangle,

Buffalo, New York 14261-0054

Once an item or package is delivered to this address, assuming you formatted it correctly, it will be given to the UB package handling center. This means that your package may be marked as delivered before you're ready to receive it. It may take UB some time to process your package. Once done, you will receive an email to your UB email address with instructions on how to pick up your package. There may be package lockers you need to type in a code for, or you may need to receive your item at a front desk with your UB ID card. If you do not pick up your package in time (within 14 days of notice), the package will be returned to sender.

== Part II: UB Dining ==
=== Dining Plans ===
First-year students living on campus must choose between Flex 14 and Flex 19 for a mandatory dining plan. There is no way to opt out of a meal plan in this case - it is required, even with food allergies or other dietary restrictions. For more information, refer to the article for [[UB Dining Plans|Dining Plans]].

=== Dining Locations ===
==== Dining Halls: ====

* '''[[North Campus#Ellicott Complex|Ellicott Complex]]''': Crossroads Culinary Center (C3)
* '''[[North Campus#Governors Complex|Governors Complex]]''': Governors Dining Center
* '''[[South Campus]]''': Main Street Market Dining Center

The Dining Menu for the dining hall can be viewed here: https://ubdining.com/locations/menu

==== The Commons: ====
[[North Campus#UB Commons|The Commons]] is located on North Campus, across from the Student Union. '''The Commons does not accept dining plans, despite being on campus. Meal Swipes and Dining Points will not be accepted there.''' Locations at The Commons include Starbucks, Subway, and La Rosa.

== Part III: Finding Your Way Around Campus ==
As a new student, you may feel confused about where you need to go. However, UB has resources to help with finding your way to different areas across campus.

=== About Each Campus ===
The University at Buffalo has three campuses: [[North Campus]], [[South Campus]], and [[Downtown Campus]].

* The '''North Campus''' is located in Amherst, NY.
** This is generally considered the "main campus" of UB - it's the most well-known and where most students are.
** The following residential halls are here:
*** Governors Complex (First Year Students Only)
*** Ellicott Complex
*** [[Greiner Hall]] (Second Year Students Only)
** The following apartments are here:
*** [[Flint Village]]
*** South Lake Village
*** Creekside Village
*** Hadley Village
*** Flickinger Court
* The '''South Campus''' is located in [[Buffalo|Buffalo, NY]].
** This was the original (first) campus of UB.
** The following residential halls are here:
*** Clement Hall
*** Goodyear Hall
* The '''Downtown Campus''' is located in Buffalo, NY - specifically in Downtown Buffalo.

=== Where Your Classes Are ===
The location of your classes depends on what school and department your class is in. Therefore, your major will play a significant role in where your classes will be.

If your major is in any of the following schools, your major-specific classes might be on ''South Campus'':

* [[School of Architecture and Planning]]
* School of Dental Medicine
* School of Nursing
* [[School of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences]]
* [[School of Public Health and Health Professions]]

If your major is in any of the following schools, your major-specific classes might be on ''Downtown Campus'':

* [[Jacobs School of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences]]

If you are not in any of the previously mentioned schools, your major-specific classes might be on ''North Campus''. However, regardless of your school, it is likely that you will have classes on North Campus, especially if you are an undergraduate.

=== How to Find Your Class Location ===
First, you'll need to find what building your class is in, which should be listed on your schedule as a building and room number. Once you've found the building, you can use the following link to see which campus the building is on: https://www.buffalo.edu/administrative-services/managing-facilities/planning-designing-and-construction/building-profiles.html

For example, if your class is in Davis Hall, you can go to the above link and look in each tab for Davis Hall. Using your browser's search functionality may be helpful for this - this is typically with Ctrl + F on Windows or Linux and Command + F on macOS.

=== Navigating Around Campus ===
Many students find it helpful to use the campus map websites, which are as follows:

'''North Campus''': https://www.buffalo.edu/home/visiting-ub/map.html#north

'''South Campus''': https://www.buffalo.edu/home/visiting-ub/map.html#south

'''Downtown Campus''': https://www.buffalo.edu/home/visiting-ub/map.html#dt

You can open one of these maps in a browser app on a cellular phone (with GPS and cellular data) if you have one - in this case, if you enable location permissions for the website, you may be able to see your current location as you walk. This can be incredibly useful when you are learning where buildings are on campus and how to get to them.

== Part IV: Transportation ==
To be written. To the community: Please feel free to contribute!

Starting Notes:

The University at Buffalo has two types of transportation covered by the mandatory Transportation Fee - the Stampede, which are a set of buses to get around and between campuses, and the Shuttle, which is a way to get around one campus.
[[File:UB Stampede in Winter 2024-2025.png|alt=A picture of a UB Stampede Bus near a parking lot with cars that are snowed on, in which the photographer is standing on a sidewalk but not visible|thumb|UB Stampede Bus in the winter]]
The University at Buffalo offers campus shuttles, buses, and various transit options for students.

=== UB Stampede (Inter-Campus Buses) ===
The UB Stampede is a fleet of blue-and-white buses that provide transit between various locations of North and South Campus, as well as between North Campus, South Campus, and Downtown Campus. Students can ride the buses as much as needed or preferred, as it is covered by the Transportation Fee - therefore, students do not have to pay additional fare when using the Stampede buses (not to be confused with NFTA buses, which go across Niagara County and Erie County - not just UB - and do require fare to be paid). The Stampede buses run throughout the day during the fall and spring semesters. During peak class hours on weekdays, Stampede buses typically depart frequently to allow students to get between campuses or around campus without waiting for too long.

== Part V: Financial Aid ==
There is more content to be written. If you are a new student and you need help with Financial Aid, some info may be covered at Freshman Orientation. To the community: Please feel free to contribute!

Starting notes for anyone who wishes to contribute:

=== Federal Financial Aid ===
The '''Federal Pell Grant''' provides funds to high-need undergraduate students pursuing their first bachelor's degree. Eligibility is determined by the FAFSA and is based on the student's Student Aid Index (SAI) and enrollment status. For the 2023-2024 year, for example, the maximum Pell Grant was about $7,395 for full-time students with the greatest financial need.<ref name=":0">https://www.suny.edu/media/suny/content-assets/documents/financial-aid/suny-financial-aid.pdf</ref> Students may receive Pell for up to the equivalent of 12 full-time semesters (six years) before reaching the lifetime limit.<ref>https://financialaid.buffalo.edu/aid/grants/undergraduate/pell/</ref>

The '''Federal Supplemental Educational Opportunity (SEOG) Grant''' provides additional grant money to students with exceptional financial need. Federal SEOG awards are limited and are given to the neediest students, and can be up to $4,000<ref name=":0" />, but students usually receive up to a few hundred dollars due to limited funding.

Additionally, students may participate in a '''Federal Work-Study''', which provides part-time campus jobs for students with financial need. While not a grant, it is a form of aid where earnings from work can help pay for personal and educational expenses. The amount a student can earn through work study depends on their financial need and the availability of jobs.<ref name=":0" /> UB offers work study positions in various departments, libraries, and offices. Students earn at least minimum wage and are paid directly for hours worked, up to the total Federal Work Study award amount.

Federal Loans are also an option if needed, but are not free money - loans must be paid back in full and with interest.

To receive federal financial aid, you will need to fill out the FAFSA at https://studentaid.gov

=== State Financial Aid ===
State financial aid includes NYS TAP (Tuition Assistance Program), SUNY Tuition Credit, NYS STEM Incentive Program, and the Excelsior Scholarship.

The '''Tuition Assistance Program''', also known as NYS TAP, is a grant for New York State residents attending college in-state. TAP awards at UB can be up to $5,665 per year (based on the 2023-2024 year) and is based on the family's New York State net taxable income and cost of tuition. TAP is tuition based, meaning it can only be applied toward tuition charges (not room and board/housing, fees, textbooks, etc). At UB, if tuition increases or a student's TAP award doesn't cover full tuition, the '''SUNY Tuition Credit''' may be applied.<ref name=":0" />

The '''Excelsior Scholarship''' is a last source of funding to cover tuition for families with incomes up to $125,000. At UB, Excelsior covers any remaining tuition cost after Pell, TAP, and other grants. For example, if a student's tuition is $7,000 and they receive $5,000 from TAP and Pell, Excelsior would cover the remaining $2,000. To qualify, students must be NYS residents, attend full-time, complete at least 30 credits every year, and commit to live and work in New York for the number of years they received the scholarship for after graduation. The award is renewable for up to 4 years (for a bachelor's degree) as long as the student meets the ongoing requirements. As it is a last-dollar scholarship, students who already have full tuition covered by other sources of funding such as Pell and TAP may not receive additional funds from the Excelsior Scholarship.<ref>https://www.hesc.ny.gov/find-aid/nys-grants-scholarships/excelsior-scholarship-program</ref>

The '''STEM Incentive Program''' provides a full tuition award to the top 10% of each NY high school, provided they enroll in an approved STEM degree at a SUNY/CUNY school (such as UB) and agree to work in a STEM job in New York State for at least 5 years after graduation. Students must be residents of NYS, maintain full-time enrollment in a STEM major, and meet a minimum GPA requirement of at least 2.5 per semester.<ref>https://financialaid.buffalo.edu/aid/grants/undergraduate/stem/</ref>

To receive state financial aid, you will need to fill out the HESC application at [https://www.hesc.ny.gov/applying-aid/prepare-what-you-need https://hesc.ny.gov]

=== Other Financial Aid ===
ACCES-VR is a program for those with disabilities who can receive financial assistance and assistance with seeking and maintaining employment after college.

[[UB Educational Opportunity Program (EOP)|Educational Opportunity Program (EOP)]] is a program to support students who are limited both academically and financially.

=== Scholarships ===
UB offers merit-based scholarships to students. High-achieving applicants may be considered for Undergraduate Merit Scholarships if they apply to UB by the scholarship deadline. These scholarships, such as the Presidential Scholarship and Provost Scholarship, are typically awarded based on high school GPA, SAT/ACT scores, and other achievements.<ref>https://admissions.buffalo.edu/costs/scholarships.php</ref> The Presidential Scholarship requires its own application. UB also has an online scholarship portal (UB AcademicWorks) where current students can apply for dozens to many donor-funded and departmental scholarships, which may range from a few hundred to several thousand dollars and often require essays.

=== Loans ===
Loans may be an option in case money is still owed after all financial aid and scholarships have been exhausted, and the student is unable to pay what is owed. Loans are not free money and must be paid back - it is easy for a student to take out a loan, but the debt may catch up to the student if they take out too much. The federal government offers Federal Direct Loans for those who are eligible, and are highly recommended before any consideration of private loans, as federal loans can be manageable. For those who still need loans after all Federal Direct Loans, Federal Parent PLUS loans may be available if a student's legal parent or guardian is willing to sign up for it with the student and is also eligible.

Private loans should be considered an absolute last resort, as they have been known to ruin students' lives with tremendous amounts of debt - especially predatory loans such as Sallie Mae (aka Navient) and Wells Fargo. '''''Never take out Sallie Mae loans or refinance federal loans with them, no matter how much you feel the need to do so. It will ruin your life'''''.<ref>https://www.reddit.com/r/StudentLoans/comments/18o2kvz/sallie_mae_has_ruined_me/</ref><ref>https://www.reddit.com/r/StudentLoans/comments/191zapx/sallie_mae_ruins_lives/</ref><ref>https://www.reddit.com/r/StudentLoans/comments/1ixx3hj/do_not_apply_for_private_student_loans_do_not/</ref><ref>https://www.consumerfinance.gov/about-us/newsroom/cfpb-bans-navient-from-federal-student-loan-servicing-and-orders-the-company-to-pay-120-million-for-wide-ranging-student-lending-failures/</ref><ref>https://www.reddit.com/r/StudentLoans/comments/1ig1blk/sallie_mae_ruining_my_life_advice_pls/</ref><ref>https://www.reddit.com/r/StudentLoans/comments/1d8u36m/my_student_loan_hell_story_ft_saliemae/</ref><ref>https://www.reddit.com/r/StudentLoans/comments/1jss5m7/being_sued_by_sallie_mae/</ref><ref>https://www.reddit.com/r/StudentLoans/comments/1jaehmt/salliemae_loans_sent_to_collections/</ref><ref>https://www.reddit.com/r/StudentLoans/comments/1bnjqbf/sallie_mae_cancer/</ref><ref>https://www.reddit.com/r/StudentLoans/comments/1jl92oh/sallie_mae_help/</ref>

== Part VI: Printing ==
There is more content to be written. UB uses Wepa Print for printing services and gives $35 each semester in print credit, covered by the mandatory Technology Fee. Please feel free to contribute!

The University at Buffalo provides a cloud-based printing service for students called UB Print Anywhere, utilizing Wepa (Wireless Everywhere Print Anywhere). This system allows students to print documents from their own devices or campus computers to any of the numerous print kiosks located across UB's campuses. Each student receives a print quota covered by the Technology Fee each semester, which covers a reasonable amount of printing. The printing infrastructure is intended to be convenient and accessible, as students can send print jobs from at home or on the go, then release them at a kiosk by swiping their UB card.

=== Print Quota and Covered Pages ===
Every enrolled UB student is allocated a print quota for printing each semester, which is paid for by the Technology Fee. The policy is the equivalent to 500 black-and-white pages (250 black-and-white sheets) if printed double-sided, or 200 black-and-white pages (100 black-and-white sheets) if printed double-sided for students enrolled in a summer course during the summer term.<ref>https://www.buffalo.edu/ubit/services/print-anywhere/quota.html</ref> These quotas are intended to cover students' academic printing needs.
[[File:UB Print Anywhere Kiosk.png|alt=A blue and white print kiosk with the words "Print Here" on the front and the words "Print Station" on the side. The kiosk has a touchscreen.|thumb|A Wepa "Print Anywhere" kiosk at UB. Students can send print jobs online and release them at any kiosk by swiping their UB Card, or can use the mobile app to print documents at the kiosk.]]

=== Printing Locations and Kiosks ===
There are 56 Wepa print station kiosks located between North Campus and South Campus. These include locations in libraries, computing centers, residence halls, and some academic buildings. For example, kiosks can be found in Lockwood Library and Silverman Library, the Student Union, residence hall lobbies, and hallways of large lecture buildings. Even some dorm complexes have a kiosk located within them for easy access. UB provides an online map of all Print Anywhere kiosk locations so that students can find the nearest one.<ref>https://www.buffalo.edu/ubit/services/print-anywhere/locations.html</ref>

The print stations are branded with the blue-and-white UB bulls logo and have touchscreens where students log in, swipe their card, or otherwise interact with the printer to retrieve documents. They are self-service, such that students can see queued documents, select which to print, and adjust options such as number of copies via the touchscreen once logged in, if using the touchscreen instead of the mobile app. The kiosks support both black-and-white and color printing, and accept file formats such as PDFs, Microsoft Office documents, and images via Wepa Cloud.

=== Printing Jobs ===
Students have multiple ways to send documents to the UB Print Anywhere system. For example, they can upload files directly to the Wepa cloud print queue via the Wepa Print mobile app. The mobile app allows selecting options like double-sided vs single-sided, color vs black and white, and how many copies to print for each file. Students may also use the Wepa Print computer drivers if they install it on their personal computers, which lets them print from any application on the computer and choose a Wepa printer.<ref>https://www.buffalo.edu/ubit/services/print-anywhere.html#:~:text=Download%20drivers</ref> The public computing sites and library computers at UB are configured to use the Wepa system. Furthermore, the kiosks themselves allow direct printing from USB storage such as a flash drive, using the kiosk interface to select files to print.

=== Costs and Paying for Printing ===
The cost structure for printing is $0.08 per page for single-sided black and white, $0.065 per page ($0.13 per sheet) for double-sided black and white, and $0.35 per side (regardless of whether single-sided or double-sided) for color printing. If students print in color, the quota will be used up faster (since color pages cost more). Once the quota is exhausted, the system will charge the student's Campus Cash account, if any is available - otherwise, the print will fail. As Campus Cash can only be added in denominations of $25<ref>https://myubcard.com/docs/fall-dining-contract</ref>, students should ensure they don't use too much of their quota, or they should have their own printer if potentially printing more than what the quota provides, as many students find it frustrating to be required to spend $25 for more printing when they only need a dollar or two.

== Part VII: Clubs, Campus Events, and Student Life ==
Most [[List of Clubs|organizations]] on campus are run under and funded through the [[Student Association (SA)]] and [[Graduate Student Association (GSA)]]. They provide yearly funding to recognized clubs and have funds for other clubs or events on campus that people might want to run. When moving in at the beginning of the year, look out for tables in the Student Union, as many organizations will have tables laid out displaying their club/organization. These range anywhere from academic clubs, Greek life, religious/political groups, and funny hobby-based groups.

Bulletin boards around campus are typically cleaned every semester or so, so information on them should be up-to-date. Always keep an eye out for posters as clubs and major events will be posted daily. Emails are also sent to students from the SA and GSA regularly with newsletters and lists of upcoming events. These organizations often offer students - both undergrads and graduate students - discounted tickets to events in town/the city such as the Zoo, Sabres games, and musical theater performances. Note that SA and GSA are run partially independently so discounted tickets are not always offered to both SA and GSA.

Walking around campus will open you up to events on campus as well. Very often, you can just run across events being run on campus by walking around the Student Union or adjacent areas. Around the start of the year, a poster sale is often held outside the SU where you can buy reasonably-priced posters for your dorm or a campus office. There have also often been petting zoos and animals brought onto campus, so you can get to pet animals such as llamas, goats, tortoises, etc.

=== UBLinked ===
UBLinked is a platform that allows students to find events hosted by clubs, Campus Living, RHA (Residence Hall Association), and more. It is also used by club officers to create events and reserve rooms.

[There is plenty more information! Please feel free to contribute!]

== Part VIII: Registering for Classes and Creating a Schedule ==
To be written. Please feel free to contribute!

== Part IX: Summer Orientation and Welcome Weekend ==
There is more content to be written. Please feel free to contribute!

=== First Year Summer Orientation ===
UB's First Year Summer Orientation is a two-day program held on campus in mid-July for students starting in the Fall semester. Multiple session dates are offered (such as several 2-day sessions throughout July) and students register in advance for the session that fits their schedule. Each session usually runs from the morning of Day 1 through the afternoon of Day 2. Students are encouraged to stay overnight in an on-campus residence hall during Orientation - this is included at no extra charge as it's part of the program.<ref name=":1">https://www.buffalo.edu/studentlife/new-to-ub/first-year-and-transfer-students/orientation/first-year-summer-orientation.html</ref> However, the dorm buildings may be extremely hot due to their lack of air conditioning, meaning students should prepare for a potentially hot night and bring a box fan if staying. UB assigns Orientation attendees (often the Governors Complex on North Campus) with a roommate for the one-night stay. Living on campus for the night allows new students to get a feel for residential life and continue participating in evening activities.

During the two-day orientation, students follow a structured schedule. On Day One, check-in typically occurs in the morning (such as 9:00 AM to 10:30 AM at the Governors Complex). Students receive a welcome and join groups led by Orientation Leaders (OLs), who are current students trained to guide them. Throughout the day, sessions cover academic success strategies, such as faculty panels or advisor presentations on expectations in the UB classroom. There are also campus tours - OLs may take students around academic buildings, libraries, and student service offices so they can start familiarizing themselves with North Campus.

In the afternoon and evening of Day One, additional topics are covered, such as financial literacy (how to understand your bill, due dates, etc), tips for living on campus (for those living in the dorms) or commuting, and discussions about student life scenarios (such as social and personal challenges new students may face). Meals are provided during orientation - lunch at One World Cafe located inside Capen Hall, and dinner at the Crossroads Culinary Center (C3) dining hall. Day Two of Orientation includes additional workshops and informational sessions in the morning. By the early afternoon, orientation concludes, and students can check out various aspects of campus.

=== Online Orientation ===
If students cannot attend the July sessions, they may be able to complete an Online Orientation module in August, ensuring they still receive necessary information.<ref name=":1" />

=== Welcome Weekend ===
UB Welcome Weekend is a multi-day program right before classes begin in the fall semester focused on welcoming all new students (including both first-year and transfer students) to campus life. It extends through the weekend with a series of events, workshops, and social activities. Participation is mandatory for freshmen, and UB explicitly states that new students are required to attend.<ref name=":1" /> This is when the majority of new students move into the residence halls and serves as a continuation and reinforcement of orientation.

For students living on campus, Welcome Weekend begins with Move-In Day. UB typically assigns move-in times over 1-2 days (for example, first-year move in might be Thursday and Friday). Once students have moved into dorms, the structured Welcome Weekend activities begin.

Informational Seminars and Workshops take place during Welcome Weekend to cover practical topics. Many students use the weekend to find their classrooms before the first day of their classes, and Orientation Leaders or Residential Advisors may lead tours to show where major academic buildings are, so students can locate the rooms on their class schedule. Students living on campus will have meetings with their Residential Advisors and floormates to cover residence hall rules, safety, and to get to know each other.

Additionally, UB makes sure there are fun activities each day and evening of Welcome Weekend. There is often Campus Fest, which is a fair with student-run clubs and organizations and campus departments that allows students to learn about clubs that may match their interests or hobbies.

== Part X: Changing Your Major ==
To be written. Please feel free to contribute!

== Part XI: Finding a Lost Item ==
If you have lost an item on campus, there are several resources that you can go to in order to potentially receive your item back. This is assuming someone turned in your lost item to one of these resources.

=== Important: Providing a Description ===
It is extremely important that you provide a detailed description of your lost item. In addition to finding any pictures of your item, if available, you should include factors such as:

* Size
* Color
* Shape
* Manufacturer / Brand
* Personal Marks / Unique Factors

You should also include information on possible locations for where your item was lost and approximate or possible day(s) and time(s) during which you could have lost your item.

The following resources can be used for finding lost items, each with their own Lost and Found:

* '''Student Union Lost and Found''': Go to the Student Union front desk on the first floor to ask about your item.
* '''Bissell Hall Lost and Found''': Bissell Hall is the UB Police Department. You can go in-person or dial (716)-645-2227 and press 1 to be transferred to their Lost and Found department.
* '''Silverman Library Lost and Found''': You can go to the front desk on the 3rd floor of Capen Hall to ask if they have your item.
* '''UB Parking and Transportation''': You can call (716)-645-3943 to reach UB Parking and Transportation, such as if you may have lost your item on a bus or shuttle.

You may also utilize alternative resources, such as Reddit's [https://ubwiki.tnology.dev/Social_Media r/UBreddit] subreddit, which is dedicated to the University at Buffalo.

== References ==
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Prohibited and Restricted Items at Campus Living

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== UB Campus Living Prohibited Items ==

=== Appliances and Heat-Producing Items ===
* Air Conditioners<ref name=":0">https://www.buffalo.edu/campusliving/for-current-students/living-together/guide-to-campus-living/campus-living-standards.html#215</ref>
** Includes all types (window, portable, etc)
* Candles<ref name=":1">https://www.buffalo.edu/campusliving/for-current-students/living-together/guide-to-campus-living/campus-living-standards.html#210</ref>
* Candle Warmers<ref name=":1" />
* Charcoal Grills, Propane Grills, and Flammable Liquid Grills<ref name=":2">https://www.buffalo.edu/campusliving/for-current-students/living-together/guide-to-campus-living/campus-living-standards.html#130</ref>
** Prohibited in '''all''' dorms and apartments, regardless of location
* Cooking Appliances Without Automatic Shutoffs<ref name=":2" />
* Chest Freezers<ref name=":3">https://www.buffalo.edu/campusliving/for-current-students/living-together/guide-to-campus-living/campus-living-standards.html#135</ref>
* Incense<ref name=":1" />
* Extension Cords<ref name=":0" />
** If a longer cord is needed, you may use a power strip with a breaker
* Halogen Lamps, Multi-Arm Lamps, and Upward-Facing Lamps<ref name=":0" />
* Oil Burners<ref name=":1" />
* Plug-In Air Fresheners<ref name=":1" />
* Space Heaters<ref name=":1" />

=== Substances ===
* Cannabis / Marijuana<ref name=":4">https://www.buffalo.edu/campusliving/for-current-students/living-together/guide-to-campus-living/campus-living-standards.html#150</ref>
** Prohibited in all forms because, while legal in New York State, all universities receiving federal funding and institutions that are part of the SUNY system are required to comply with the Drug Free Schools and Communities Act, which requires action to be taken upon the "possession, use, or distribution of illegal drugs"
** Cannabis is still a Schedule I drug federally, and is therefore considered illegal
* Illegally Owned Controlled Substances<ref name=":4" />
* Tobacco Products<ref name=":4" />
* Smoking Products<ref name=":4" />
* Vaping Products<ref name=":4" />

=== Weapons, Explosives, and Flammable Liquids ===
* Air Guns<ref name=":5">https://www.buffalo.edu/campusliving/for-current-students/living-together/guide-to-campus-living/campus-living-standards.html#155</ref>
* Ammunition<ref name=":5" />
* Bows and/or Arrows<ref name=":5" />
* Explosives<ref name=":5" />
* Fireworks<ref name=":5" />
* Flammable Liquids<ref name=":5" />
** Including gasoline, propane, and butane
* Hunting Weapons<ref name=":5" />
** "Weapons for use in hunting may never be brought into a residence hall or apartment; see University Police at Bissell Hall for storage of these"
* Instruments "in which the propelling force is a spring, compressed air, or CO2"<ref name=":5" />
* Martial Arts Weapons<ref name=":5" />

* Non-Kitchen Knives<ref name=":5" />
* Other Weapons<ref name=":5" />
* Paintball Guns<ref name=":5" />
* Tasers<ref name=":5" />
* Toy Guns / Dart Blasters<ref name=":5" />
** Nerf Guns, Orbeez Guns, etc
* Water Guns<ref name=":5" />
* Weapon Mimics<ref name=":5" />
** "any toy that mimics a weapon is prohibited"

=== Miscellaneous ===
* Bed Risers<ref name=":6">https://www.buffalo.edu/campusliving/for-current-students/living-together/guide-to-campus-living/campus-living-standards.html#120</ref>
* Christmas Trees (Live-Cut Trees)<ref name=":0" />
* E-Bikes and Electronic Scooters<ref name=":6" />
* Hoverboards and electronic self-balancing boards<ref name=":6" />
* Motorized Vehicles<ref name=":6" />
** Including but not limited to gas vehicles and electric vehicles
* Pool Tables, Ping Pong Tables, and Foosball Tables<ref name=":6" />
* Swimming Pools<ref name=":6" />

== UB Campus Living Restricted Items ==
The following items are restricted at campus living units, including dorms and apartments.

=== Appliances ===
* Air Fryers, Crockpots, Electronic Pots, George Foreman Grills, Grilling Machines, Hot Plates, Microwave Ovens, Rice Cookers, Sandwich Makers, Slow Cookers, Toaster Ovens, Toasters, and other cooking appliances<ref name=":2" />
** Prohibited in Dorms
** Prohibited in sleeping areas (e.g. dorms and apartment bedrooms)
** Permitted in apartment kitchens or designated kitchen areas only
* Refrigerators<ref name=":3" />
** In Dorms: One mini fridge <= 4.5 cubic feet per single or double, or two mini fridges <= 4.5 cubic feet per triple or quad, is permitted
** Refrigerators must be plugged directly into an outlet
* Power Strips<ref name=":0" />
** Must be plugged directly into an outlet (not daisy-chained)

=== Decorations ===
* All Decorations<ref name=":0" />
** Must never be hung from the ceiling
** Must never be hung within two feet of the ceiling
** Must never be hung from sprinkler piping or sprinkler heads
* Curtains, Draperies, Wall Hangings, and Combustible Materials<ref name=":0" />
** Must not cover more than 10% of aggregate wall area
* Door Decorations<ref name=":0" />
** Must not cover room numbers on doors or doorframes
* Lights and Electrical Decorations<ref name=":0" />
** Must be UL certified or ETL certified
** Must not interfere with the electrical circuitry of the facility

=== Substances ===
* Alcohol<ref>https://www.buffalo.edu/campusliving/for-current-students/living-together/guide-to-campus-living/campus-living-standards.html#190</ref>
** Prohibited in Clement Hall, Goodyear Hall, all of Governors Complex, first-year areas of Ellicott Complex (including Richmond, Spaulding, and Wilkeson), Greiner Hall, and Creekside Village East
** May not be possessed or consumed by anyone under 21 years of age
** If at least one resident of a student room or apartment is under 21 years of age, those legally in possession of alcohol (21+) must take "reasonable steps to ensure the underage residents do not gain access to the alcohol they possess"
** Students permitted to possess alcohol may not have more than one 24-count or 30-count case of beer, one liter of distilled spirits, or two liters of wine

=== Miscellaneous ===
* Amplified Sound Equipment / Musical Instruments<ref>https://www.buffalo.edu/campusliving/for-current-students/living-together/guide-to-campus-living/campus-living-standards.html#140</ref>
** May not be amplified or projected out windows
** May not cause disruption via sound or vibration
* Bottles and Cans<ref name=":0" />
** Alcohol containers may never be used as decoration, even if empty
** Empty bottle and can collections for the purpose of recycling is limited "to no more than one tall kitchen trash bag," as long as they do not "constitute a fire or safety hazard"

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UB Emergency Fund

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The UB Emergency Fund is a collection of financial assistance programs at the University at Buffalo designed to support students facing unexpected hardships. These funds provide small emergency grants to eligible students who encounter unforeseen personal crises or expenses that could jeopardize their education. UB's emergency funding program covers a range of qualifying situations - for example, a death in the family, being a victim of a crime or accident, sudden loss of income or housing, or other critical emergencies. The goal is to help students with "crossing the finish line" by removing short-term financial barriers, thereby enabling them to remain enrolled and on track toward graduation.<ref>https://www.buffalo.edu/studentlife/help/emergency/emergency-funds.html</ref>

== Program History and Development ==
By 2018, the university's emergency funding efforts had been in place for nearly 20 years, primarily managed by Student Life. In the 2016-2017 academic year, UB only about one-third of student requests for emergency assistance could be funded due to limited resources. Recognizing the importance of these grants, UB sought additional support, and, in February 2018, received a $100,000 grant from the Gerstner Family Foundation and the Heckscher Foundation for Children to support its emergency aid program. This grant, administered through the SUNY Impact Foundation, made UB one of seven SUNY campuses selected for enhanced emergency funding. It led to the creation of the Gerstner & Heckscher Student Emergency Fund at UB, focused particularly on aiding undergraduate students with sudden financial crises, making the Student Life Emergency Gift Fund available to graduate and professional students.<ref>https://www.ubmd.com/about-ubmd/news.host.html/content/shared/university/news/news-center-releases/2018/02/033.detail.html</ref>

UB's emergency funds are intended as grants, not loans, meaning they don't have to be paid back. They are for one-time assistance for immediate needs and not a form of ongoing or recurring financial aid. The funds can cover eligible expenses such as off-campus rent to prevent eviction, utility bills, medical bills, childcare, or replacement of essential personal belongings after theft or disaster.<ref>https://www.suny.edu/suny-news/press-releases/december-2017/12-18-17/emergency-aid-for-degree-completion.html</ref> Notably, however, the funds cannot be used for tuition and fees, on-campus housing and meal plans, or other university billing expenses. It also cannot be used to pay off credit card debt or parking tickets. This ensures the money goes directly towards stabilizing the student's living situation and well-being. To apply, students need to detail their circumstances and may need to provide documentation (e.g. an eviction notice or medical bill) to show the unforeseen nature of the expense. The Dean of Students Office oversees the application process and aims for a response time of 3-5 business days for completed applications. UB cautions that grants over certain amounts may have tax implications, such as IRS 1099 tax forms for students who had received over $600 in emergency aid as of 2023.<ref name=":0">https://www.buffalo.edu/studentlife/help/emergency/emergency-funds.html</ref>

UB has developed multiple specialized emergency funds. As of the mid-2020s, there are emergency funds tied to some UB schools or student populations, such as the School of Dental Medicine Student Emergency Fund, the Graduate School of Education Hardship Fund, the [[School of Law]] Emergency Assistance Fund, the School of Nursing Julia Buscaglia Support Fund, the School of Social Work Students Helping Students Fund, and an International Student Emergency Fund (Steven L. Shaw Memorial Fund) for F1/J-1 visa students. Students are encouraged to the one fund that best fits their situation, and if they don't fall under a particular school's fund, they can apply to the broader Student Life Emergency Fund. Portions of the Student Life Emergency Fund are allocated for students in certain colleges (including the [[College of Arts and Sciences]], [[School of Architecture and Planning]], [[School of Management]], [[School of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences]], [[School of Public Health and Health Professions]], and [[School of Engineering and Applied Sciences]]). These funds share the goal of helping students get through a short-term crisis without dropping out. The UB Fund for Student Life and a "Random Acts of Kindness" endowment contribute to the Student Life Emergency Fund.<ref name=":0" />

== Emergency Funds During COVID-19 Pandemic ==
The global COVID-19 pandemic in 2020 significantly increased the need for student emergency aid at UB. In Spring 2020, as part of the federal Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act, UB received '''$23.9 million''' in federal relief funds, of which '''$11.9 million''' was designated for direct emergency financial grants to students. These one-time CARES Act grants were intended to help students cover expenses related to the disruption of campus operations, such as housing and meals, books and supplies, transportation, and healthcare. UB distributed the CARES emergency grants by automatically allocating funds to students with the greatest financial need (those who met federal Title IV aid eligibility and had need indicators such as Pell Grant status). Students saw these grants appear in their financial aid HUB accounts and could choose to accept, reduce, or decline them. Those who were not automatically awarded could apply with documentation through a UB CARES Act application.<ref>https://www.buffalo.edu/ubnow/stories/2020/06/cares-act-funding.html</ref>

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Hadley Village

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'''Hadley Village''' is an apartment-style complex located at the University at Buffalo's North Campus. Located on UB's North Campus, Hadley Village sits on approximately 11 acres along Audubon Parkway and Rensch Road, within walking distance of the academic spine. The complex consists of 13 three-story apartment buildings and a community center, arranged around courtyards and connected by pedestrian paths. It provides housing for roughly 620 students in four-bedroom furnished apartments.<ref name=":0">https://www.buffalo.edu/news/releases/1999/08/2641.html</ref> As UB's first apartment-style housing for undergraduates, Hadley Village opened a more independent living option on campus and quickly became a popular choice for upperclassmen.

== Establishment and Design ==
UB opened Hadley Village on August 17th, 1999, marking the university's first on-campus residential construction since the 1970s. UB President William R. Greiner hailed the project as a "vital cornerstone" of plans to build a vibrant residential community on North Campus. The village was financed through a partnership with the UB Foundation and was enabled by state legislation allowing private entities to develop housing on SUNY campuses. The complex was designed and developed by American Campus Communities, a private student housing developer, and built by ADF Construction of Amherst. State Senators Mary Lou Rath and Assemblyman Paul Tokasz sponsored the legislation that permitted Hadley's construction on university land.<ref name=":0" />

Hadley Village is composed of 13 identical apartment buildings, each containing twelve 4-bedroom apartments, yielding a total capacity of about 156 apartments (housing up to 620 students). Each apartment is fully furnished and features four private single bedroom, two full bathrooms, a living room and dining area, and a full kitchen. Amenities introduced at Hadley were relatively novel for UB housing at the time, featuring central air conditioning, an intercom/doorbell system at each building entrance, and modern appliances like dishwashers and garbage disposals in every unit. Each student bedroom was equipped with an individual telephone line, cable TV jack, and high-speed Ethernet data port.<ref name=":0" /> The complex also includes laundry facilities. A community building at the center of Hadley Village contains a lounge and mail facilities, as well as an office. Hadley Village was built on a parcel just across Sweet Home Road from UB's academic core, making it one of the most conveniently located residences relative to the academic spine.

== Student Culture ==
From its inception, Hadley Village has fostered an active social environment, gaining a reputation as UB's "party village." Students and alumni frequently describe Hadley as the most lively and social of the on-campus apartments.<ref>https://www.reddit.com/r/UBreddit/comments/v2quu8/comment/iau35yd/</ref><ref>https://www.reddit.com/r/UBreddit/comments/v2quu8/comment/iav0ydx/</ref><ref>https://www.reddit.com/r/UBreddit/comments/t40ks7/comment/hywdoa2/</ref> While this social scene appeals to many, it also means Hadley can be louder than UB's other apartment complexes like South Lake, which some say is quieter. Despite the party reputation, many students appreciate Hadley Village for its convenience and community. It is one of the closest housing areas to the academic spine, being close to buildings like Capen Hall and the Natural Sciences Complex. Student reviews of Hadley often mention the apartment layout and furnishings. Having a single room for each resident is a major perk for juniors and seniors who formerly lived in shared dorm rooms.

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South Lake Village

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'''South Lake Village''' is an on-campus apartment complex at the University at Buffalo's [[North Campus]]. Opened in August 2000, it was the third phase of UB's late-1990s expansion of student housing. The complex consists of nine two-story townhouse-style buildings and seven three-story apartment buildings, with a total capacity for 552 students in studio, one-bedroom, two-bedroom and four-bedroom units. Located on the south shore of Lake LaSalle, one of UB's scenic spots, South Lake Village offers views of the lake and adjacent Baird Point columns, and was the first UB housing project to fully capitalize on the campus's waterfront setting with a lakeside path connecting to the [[The Commons|UB Commons]]. It primarily houses upperclassman undergraduates and graduate students in an independent living environment, and was part of UB's strategy to create a more residential North Campus community.<ref name=":0">https://www.ubmd.com/about-ubmd/news.host.html/content/shared/university/news/news-center-releases/2000/08/4838.detail.html</ref>

== Development and Features ==
South Lake Village was developed via a public-private partnership at no cost to New York State, financed by the UB Foundation and UB Alumni Association under a legal provision allowing private development on SUNY land. The complex was designed by Foit-Albert Associates and built by ADF Construction for a cost of about $22.9 million. It opened on August 15th, 2000, in a ceremony attended by UB President William R. Greiner, who praised it as part of transforming the campus into a residential community where students both live and work.<ref name=":0" /> South Lake was the second apartment-style UB housing built on campus within two years (following [[Hadley Village]] in 1999 and Flickinger Court in 1998), and its opening brought UB's new housing capacity to approximately 1,402 additional beds created since 1998 up to that point (combining Flickinger Court, Hadley Village, and South Lake Village).<ref>https://www.buffalo.edu/news/releases/2002/08/5798.html</ref>

Each fully furnished apartment in South Lake Village includes a living/dining area, a full kitchen with appliances (refrigerator, stove, dishwasher, etc), and one or two bathrooms. All units have central air conditioning, as well as connections to UB's high-speed campus network (and formerly cable TV, though this was discontinued in the 2021-2022 academic year<ref>https://www.reddit.com/r/UBreddit/comments/1i9z7dy/fun_fact_ub_used_to_have_cable_tv/</ref>). The apartments are arranged with four-bedroom units in the larger buildings and studios, 1-bedroom, and 2-bedroom units in the lakefront buildings. A community building on the lakefront contains a lounge, mail room, and an office. The complex also features laundry facilities, such that each building has its own laundry room. A lakeside bike path and sidewalks connect the apartments to [[The Commons]]. South Lake Village is about a 5-minute walk from [[Alumni Arena]], which features a gym and swimming pool, offering nearby recreation access to students.

As part of UB's housing master plan, South Lake Village was intended to improve student quality of life by offering more independent, apartment-style living on campus. President Greiner noted the goal of having students live where they work academically.<ref name=":0" /> The project was funded through private bonds and is operated by Campus Living with rent payments comparable to dorm rates. The UB Alumni Association co-sponsored the project and similar apartment villages around that time (such as Flint and Creekside).<ref>https://www.buffalo.edu/news/releases/2002/08/5798.html</ref>

== Student Life and Reception ==
South Lake Village has generally been well-received by students, particularly for its scenic environment. Situated along Lake LaSalle, it offers a tranquil setting where residents can observe local wildlife and enjoy waterfront views. The proximity to Alumni Arena, the UB Stadium, and the Center for the Arts is seen as a benefit by those who often visit these buildings, and is also within walking distance to The Commons and the Student Union via a sidewalk, though a campus shuttle stop is available nearby as well. Upon opening in 2000, South Lake Village filled to capacity with a mix of undergraduate and graduate students. The UB Foundation notes that South Lake "is home to 500+ upperclassmen" in recent years.<ref>https://ub-foundation.org/what-we-do/real-estate-management/</ref> According to the [[UB Campus Living]] page, the apartments come fully furnished for the bedroom and living room furniture, and the complex provides an on-site business center and community lounge for study or socializing. Utilities (electricity, internet, water, etc) and laundry are included in the housing rates.<ref>https://www.buffalo.edu/campusliving/find-your-home/where-can-i-live/apartments/south-lake-village-apartments.html</ref>

While South Lake Village does not have the reputation of a "party" complex (for which Hadley Village is more strongly associated with that label<ref>https://www.reddit.com/r/UBreddit/comments/v2quu8/comment/iau35yd/</ref><ref>https://www.reddit.com/r/UBreddit/comments/v2quu8/comment/iav0ydx/</ref><ref>https://www.reddit.com/r/UBreddit/comments/t40ks7/comment/hywdoa2/</ref>), students generally report a positive experience living there. UB Campus Living scheduled a fire alarm system replacement for several South Lake Village buildings in Summer 2026 as a safety upgrade, especially as the system will have been 26 years old by that point.<ref>[http://web.archive.org/web/20251012145316/https://www.buffalo.edu/web/20251012145316/https: http://web.archive.org/web/20251012145316/https://www.buffalo.edu/web/20251012145316/https:]</ref> During that maintenance window, affected students are planned to be temporarily relocated.

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South Lake Village

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==== Residential ====

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==== Other ====
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=== Locations on South Campus: ===

==== Residential ====

* Clement Hall
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== Other Sites of Interest ==

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UB Veggie Van

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Tnology: UB Veggie Van

The '''UB Veggie Van''' is a mobile produce market and research initiative at the University at Buffalo aimed at improving nutrition security on campus. Launched in Fall 2023, the Veggie Van operates as a "living laboratory" - simultaneously providing affordable fresh fruits and vegetables to the UB community and serving as a platform for studying the effectiveness of mobile food markets in a college setting. The project is mainly run by UB's [[School of Public Health and Health Professions]], under the leadership of '''Dr. Lucia Leone''', a researcher specializing in community health behavior. The UB Veggie Van is an extension of Dr. Leone's broader ''Veggie Van'' study, which is a multi-institution research program (in collaboration with the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill) focused on the mobile produce market models as interventions for food insecurity.<ref name=":0">https://publichealth.buffalo.edu/home/news-events/latest-news.host.html/content/shared/university/news/news-center-releases/2023/09/ub-veggie-van.detail.html</ref>

== Mission and Services ==
The Veggie Van's mission is twofold - to increase access to fresh, locally sourced produce for students, faculty, and stuff; and to experiment with and evaluate strategies to promote healthy eating and food security among college populations. In practical terms, the UB Veggie Van sets up weekly markets on campus in which anyone can purchase seasonal fruits and vegetables at low cost. During the 2023-2024 academic year, the Veggie Van ran markets every Wednesday on UB's [[North Campus]] at a central outdoor plaza near the [[Student Union]] and Clemens Hall, and every Thursday on [[South Campus]] outside Diefendorf Hall, typically in the early afternoon (2-4 PM). These consistent hours and locations were chosen to make it convenient for students to shop between classes. The team has also planned to expand to UB's Downtown Campus and other community sites in the future, contingent on securing a dedicated vehicle and additional funding.<ref name=":0" />

At the Veggie Van markets, shoppers find a variety of produce sourced from local Western New York farms - for example, offerings have included items such as broccolini, cherry tomatoes, bell peppers, apples, and watermelon, depending on the season. The focus on local produce not only ensures freshness but also ties into supporting the regional agricultural economy. To make the produce affordable, the Veggie Van provides an array of pricing incentives - for example, UB students who register with the Veggie Van program receive a 20% discount on all purchases. Additionally, the Veggie Van sells pre-packaged produce boxes (small for $15 and large for $22) filled with assorted fruits and vegetables; these boxes are subsidized for students (faculty and staff pay full price to help offset student discounts). The affordability aspect aligns with the program's goal of combating food insecurity, as cost is a major barrier for many students in even having the ability to access healthy food.<ref name=":0" />

Beyond selling produce, the Veggie Van initiative includes educational and engagement components. It has served as a hands-on learning opportunity through a '''food entrepreneurship course''' at UB, where students help operate the market and gain experience in social entrepreneurship. The Veggie Van staff also occasionally offers a "veggie meter" test that non-invasively measures skin carotenoid levels to give participants feedback on their fruit and vegetable intake.<ref name=":0" /> This interactive approach encourages participants to become more aware of their dietary habits in a fun, engaging way.

== Research ==
What sets UB Veggie Van apart is its foundation as a research project. It is described as a "living lab" because the market itself is used to pilot and evaluate interventions aimed at improving diet and food security. Data is collected on multiple fronts, such as how often and by whom the Veggie Van is used, changes in participants' food security status, and changes in consumption of fruits and vegetables over time. A doctoral student on Dr. Leone's team, for example, dedicated her dissertation to studying the campus Veggie Van, including interviews with students who have experienced food insecurity. Some key research questions include: ''Does convenient access to a low-cost produce market on campus improve students' confidence in meeting their food needs? Does it lead to increased intake of fruits and vegetables?''<ref name=":0" /><ref>https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC5436625/</ref> Early anecdotal feedback from students has been positive - many expressed relief at having an on-campus source of fresh produce, given challenges like lack of transportation to off-campus grocery stores.<ref name=":0" />

The Veggie Van team is also testing marketing and operational strategies to maximize impact. They plan to examine different pricing schemes, product mixes, and outreach methods to see what most effectively attracts and retains student customers. For instance, one avenue of study is whether offering more semi-prepared items or smaller portion sizes might better suit campus consumers' needs. The project convened a student advisory board composed of students who have faced food insecurity, ensuring that the target population has a voice in shaping the Veggie Van's operations.<ref name=":0" /> This participatory approach helps tailor the initiative to actual student needs and preferences.

Initial results have been encouraging - within weeks of launching, the Veggie Van markets saw a steady flow of customers and many repeat visitors, despite minimal promotion. The demand signals that the service is filling a real gap on campus - which could mean campus-based mobile markets might be a potentially viable market to address student hunger. In the words of Dean '''Jean Wactawski-Wende''' of UB's [[School of Public Health and Health Professions]], the Veggie Van could "''serve as a model for how college campuses across the country can address food insecurity''" if proven successful. UB's Vice President for Student Life, '''Brian Hamluk''', likewise praised the initiative as an exciting complement to UB's dining services, describing its role in "''making it easier for students, faculty, and staff to access nutritious foods''" on campus.<ref name=":0" />

== Community and Partnerships ==
UB Veggie Van is supported by collaborations both within and outside the university. On campus, it is powered by the [[School of Public Health and Health Professions]], with involvement from the '''Community Health and Health Behavior''' department. It also intersects with UB's sustainability and wellness efforts by promoting local, seasonal eating and reducing barriers to healthy food. In the Buffalo community, the Veggie Van has a '''fiscal sponsor''' in the Massachusetts Avenue Project's Growing Green Mobile Market, an established local mobile market that aids with logistics and guidance. A local produce supplier, '''FreshFix''', provides fruits and vegetables at reduced cost to stock the Veggie Van, leveraging their network of farmers to ensure a fresh supply.<ref name=":0" /> Funding for the project has come in part from a USDA grant, as well as university support.<ref>https://www.buffalo.edu/news/releases/2022/01/038.html</ref>

The Veggie Van is also part of a larger '''Mobile Market Coalition''', reflecting its roots in the Veggie Van Training Center that Dr. Leone helps lead.<ref>https://www.buffalo.edu/news/releases/2022/01/038.html</ref> This connection means UB's project benefits from the best practices shared among mobile market programs nationwide. The project disseminates findings through academic channels and the coalition, potentially influencing how other universities and organizations tackle food insecurity.

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UB Startup and Innovation CoLab

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The '''UB Startup and Innovation CoLab''' is the entrepreneurship hub and incubator for students at the University at Buffalo. It is a campus-based program designed to introduce and support entrepreneurship and innovation across all disciplines at UB. CoLab is powered by Blackstone LaunchPad<ref>https://buffalo.campuslabs.com/engage/organization/launchpad</ref> (affiliated with the Blackstone Charitable Foundation's global collegiate entrepreneurship network). More specifically, CoLab is the evolution of UB's original Blackstone LaunchPad site that was established in 2016 via a $4.5 million multi-campus grant into a rebranded, expanded collaboratory for startup activity on campus.<ref name=":0">https://www.buffalo.edu/news/releases/2016/03/021.html</ref>

== Mission and Facilities ==
CoLab's mission is to foster an entrepreneurial ecosystem within the university by providing mentorship, resources, and experiential learning opportunities. It operates out of an innovation space located in '''340 Student Union''' on [[North Campus]], which serves as a drop-in coaching center and event venue for entrepreneurial activities.<ref name=":1">https://www.buffalo.edu/entrepreneurship/programs/workshops-events.html</ref>

The program's tagline could be summed up as helping students "find their inner entrepreneurial and innovative spirit".<ref name=":2">https://www.buffalo.edu/entrepreneurship/programs/startup-week.html</ref> To that end, CoLab offers workshops on creativity, problem solving, and innovation skills that are open to any student, regardless of their major.<ref name=":1" />

== Programs and Activities ==
UB Startup and Innovation CoLab runs a variety of programs throughout the year, often in collaboration with other university departments and external partners. One of these offerings include Venture Coaching and Mentoring, in which CoLab provides one-on-one training for student entrepreneurs by allowing students to connect with experienced entrepreneurs and business professionals who serve as coaches. This extends to alumni entrepreneurs as well.<ref name=":3">https://www.buffalo.edu/entrepreneurship/alumni/support.html</ref> Regular workshops cover topics like ideation, lean startup methodology, prototyping, and pitching. For example, CoLab hosts a weekly "Open Coffee Club" in which innovators gather informally to network over coffee. It also brings in guest speakers, including successful startup founders and venture capitalists, in order to share insights with students.<ref name=":0" /><ref name=":1" /><ref>https://www.buffalo.edu/entrepreneurship/programs/startup-boot-camp.html</ref>

CoLab either runs or partners on several pitch competitions. Their flagship event is the '''Henry A. Panasci Jr. Technology Entrepreneurship Competition''', an annual content where student teams pitch startup ideas for seed funding awards. Other competitions and challenges include sector-specific events like the ''Health Futures Challenge'' and the ''Social Impact Fellows Program.''<ref name=":1" />

UB Startup and Innovation CoLab hosts '''UB Startup Week''', a week-long series of events celebrating entrepreneurship, typically featuring panel discussions, demo days, networking mixers, and keynotes.<ref name=":2" /> Startup Week is a collaboration across campus (Business and Entrepreneur Partnerships Office, School of Management, etc) but CoLab is a primary organizer.

UB CoLab runs the ''Launch Summer Accelerator'', a program where selected student ventures receive mentorship over the summer to accelerate their development. It also partners with entities like UB's ''Business and Entrepreneur Partnerships'' and the ''Center for Entrepreneurial Leadership'' to provide pathways for startups to continue growing post-competition or as students near graduation. In addition, CoLab is connected with Western New York's startup ecosystem, including Launch NY (a regional startup fund and mentorship nonprofit) and the '''Start-Up NY''' program via the Business and Entrepreneur Partnerships program, which offers tax incentives (10 year tax-free benefits) for companies partnering with universities.<ref name=":3" />

== History and Impact ==
UB's engagement with campus entrepreneurship was taken to the next level in 2016 when the university became part of the '''Blackstone LaunchPad''' network. Blackstone LaunchPad at UB opened with a grant aimed at igniting a culture of entrepreneurial thinking among students of all majors. Over its first few years, the program introduced hundreds of students to startup ideas and coached many fledgling ventures. In 2023, UB decided to rebrand and expand LaunchPad as the ''Startup and Innovation CoLab'', where CoLab (short for ''Collaboratory'') suggests a co-working laboratory in which creativity and collaboration happen.

By 2023, UB Startup and Innovation CoLab had developed partnerships across the university, such as working with the '''School of Engineering and Applied Sciences Experiential Learning Programs''', '''Office of Economic Development''', the School of Management's entrepreneurship curriculum, and more.<ref>https://www.buffalo.edu/entrepreneurship/programs/workshops-events.html | "Partners" in Page Footer</ref> CoLab's integration into the '''Office of the Vice President for Student Life''' represents UB's view of student entrepreneurship as part of the student experience.<ref>https://www.buffalo.edu/vpsl/departments.html</ref> The program receives funding from both the university and external sources (such as the Blackstone Foundation), while Alumni and donors are also encouraged to support CoLab either financially or through mentorship.

CoLab has engaged thousands of students through its events and advising. In the 2022-2024 period, despite the aftereffects of the COVID-19 pandemic, CoLab adapted by offering virtual workshops and then ramping back up in-person activities.

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Buffalo Bulls Football Team

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The '''Buffalo Bulls''' is the college football team at the University at Buffalo that competes in NCAA Division I FBS as a member of the Mid-American Conference (MAC).<ref name=":0">https://library.buffalo.edu/specialcollections/archives/ubhistory/ub-sports.html</ref> The team represents UB's long and eventful history in collegiate football dating back to the 19th century. Over the years, the Bulls program has experienced periods of triumph, hardship, dormancy, and resurgence, ultimately rising to compete at the highest level of NCAA football in the 2000s. The Bulls play their home games at the '''UB Stadium''' on [[North Campus]], and their colors are blue and white.

== Early History (1894-1970) ==
The University at Buffalo fielded its first football team in 1894, when 14 UB students organized games against local clubs and high schools.<ref name=":0" /> In those early years, UB played as an independent or in small regional conferences. The program had intermittent success in the first half of the 20th century but also faced challenges due to two world wars and resource constraints. In the 1950s, UB football rose to prominence among small schools. The '''1958 Buffalo Bulls team''' achieved an 8-1 record and won the Lambert Cup as the top small-college team in the Eastern US. The 1958 squad earned UB's first-ever bowl invitation to the Tangerine Bowl in Florida, but the team refused the bowl bid since two of the players wouldn't be able to play due to segregation policies.<ref>https://www.buffalo.edu/ubnow/stories/2021/06/1958-team-gbshof.html</ref> It would be 50 years before UB earned another bowl invite.

UB football transitioned to the University Division (major college) in the 1960s. However, by the end of the 1960s, the program was struggling financially. In 1970, UB made the difficult decision to suspend its football program, resulting from a combination of budget shortfalls and student referendum (as the student body voted to stop funding football via fees due to broader financial strain). UB President Robert Ketter announced in January 1971 that UB would not field a team the next fall.<ref name=":1">https://www.buffalo.edu/ubnow/stories/2024/08/ub-then-football-returns.html</ref> Football at UB effectively disappeared for most of the remainder of the 1970s - a rare hiatus for a university team.

== Rebirth (1977-1998) ==
After a seven-year hiatus, UB football was resurrected in 1977 as an entirely new program at the NCAA Division III level (non-scholarship). Coach Bill Dando, who had been an assistant in the 1960s, was tasked with rebuilding from scratch - he famously had to borrow a football to start practices because none were on hand. Dando recruited players on campus (some who hadn't played in years) and cobbled together a team in just a few months. The revived Bulls played a short 4-game schedule in 1977 (finishing 0-3-1), but it was a start.<ref name=":1" /> In 1993, UB ascended to Division I-AA (now called FCS, the second tier of Division I). Coach Dando became UB's winningest coach during this era and set the foundation for growth.<ref name=":1" />

A pivotal step was taken in 1993 when UB joined I-AA as an independent, marking the university's ambition to eventually return to big-time football. The upgrade coincided with improvements in facilities, including the opening of the UB stadium in 1993.<ref>https://library.buffalo.edu/specialcollections/archives/ubhistory/campuses/detail.html?ID=93</ref> UB Stadium, a 15,000-seat facility with a track, was built as the anchor of UB's drive to raise its athletic profile. In the mid-1990s, UB competed in I-AA with moderate success. By the late 1990s, UB sought to make the ultimate jump to Division I-A (FBS). The opportunity came when the Mid-American Conference was looking to expand. In 1999, Buffalo was invited to join the MAC and move up to Division I-A, completing the program's restoration to major college football.

== Modern Era (1999-Present) ==
The Bulls' initial years in FBS (late 1990s to early 2000s) were challenging. As a relatively new I-A program, UB often struggled against more established teams. Their early records in the MAC were poor - several 0-win or 1-win seasons<ref>https://www.sports-reference.com/cfb/schools/buffalo/1999.html</ref><ref>https://www.sports-reference.com/cfb/schools/buffalo/2002.html</ref><ref>https://www.sports-reference.com/cfb/schools/buffalo/2003.html</ref><ref>https://www.sports-reference.com/cfb/schools/buffalo/2005.html</ref> - as the program adjusted to the higher level of competition. However, UB gradually built competitiveness through improved recruiting and coaching changes. A breakthrough came under Coach Turner Gill, who took over in 2006. Gill, a former Nebraska quarterback, led the Bulls to a historic season in 2008, in which Buffalo went 8-6<ref>https://www.sports-reference.com/cfb/schools/buffalo/2008.html</ref> and won the 2008 MAC Championship, stunning previously undefeated Ball State in the title game 42-24. It was UB's first conference title at the FBS level. The Bulls earned a bid to the 2009 International Bowl in Toronto (UB's first bowl game opportunity since 1958), where they fell to UConn.

After Turner Gill departed for another job in Kansas in 2010, UB went through some rebuilding years. A major star emerged in linebacker Khalil Mack, who played from 2010-2013 and became the most decorated player in UB history. In his senior year (2013), Khalil Mack was a first-team All-American and broke the NCAA FBS career records for tackles for loss (75) and forced fumbled (16). Mack finished as a finalist for national defensive awards and was the MAC Defensive Player of the Year. In the 2014 NFL Draft, he was selected 5th overall by the Oakland Raiders - the highest NFL draft pick ever from UB.<ref>https://www.buffalo.edu/atbuffalo/past-issues/summer-2014/article-page-summer-2014.host.html/content/shared/www/atbuffalo/articles/summer-2014/locker-room/big-mack.detail.html</ref>

The 2013 Bulls (with Mack) went 8-5 and appeared in the Famous Idaho Potato Bowl (a loss to San Diego State). A new chapter began under Coach Lance Leipold (who was hired in 2015). Leipold, a highly successful Division III coach, led Buffalo to consistent competitiveness. The Bulls achieved ten wins (10-4) in 2018<ref>https://www.sports-reference.com/cfb/schools/buffalo/2018.html</ref>, winning the MAC East Division and reaching the MAC Championship game (by which they narrowly lost). They also earned a bowl bid (Dollar General Bowl) but were edged by Troy. In 2019, the Bulls finished 8-5 and won the 2019 Bahamas Bowl over Charlotte, 31-9, which was '''the first bowl victory in the UB Bulls program history'''. Running back Jaret Patterson burst onto the scene that year and the next, and in a 2020 game, he tied the FBS single-game record with 8 rushing touchdowns and amassed 409 yards (second-highest ever) in a win over Kent State. That 2020 team under coach Lance Leipold won UB's second consecutive bowl, the 2020 Camellia Bowl vs Marshall.

Most recently, the Bulls under Coach Maurice "Mo" Linguist (hired in 2021) have continued to be competitive in the MAC. In 2022, Buffalo went 7-6<ref>https://www.sports-reference.com/cfb/schools/buffalo/2022.html</ref> and captured another bowl win, defeating Georgia Southern in the Camellia Bowl. In fact, as of the end of the 2022 season, the Bulls had won three bowl games within just a few years (2019, 2020, and 2022) - an impressive streak for a program that only a decade earlier had never won a bowl.

== Home Field and Traditions ==
The Bulls play at UB Stadium, which opened in 1993 with a seating capacity now around 25,000 (originally around 15,000). The stadium features a track around the field, as it also hosts UB's track and field events. Crowd support has grown especially after 2008 - the student section known as "True Blue" brings energy, and the marching band (Thunder of the East), and mascot '''Victor E. Bull''' enhance game-day atmosphere.

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Buffalo Bulls Football Team

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Buffalo Bulls Football Team

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Tnology: Create Buffalo Bulls Football Team

UB Dining Health Code Violations

2025-08-10T14:40:36Z

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Campus Dining and Shops (CDS) at the University at Buffalo has faced scrutiny over food safety and cleanliness issues at several dining locations. Over the years, students have reported or rumored unsanitary conditions in certain eateries, and county health inspections have occasionally validated these concerns with official health code violations. Notable locations include Sizzles and Hubies (in the [[North Campus#Ellicott Complex|Ellicott Complex]] food court) and the Crossroads Culinary Center (C3) dining hall.

== Sizzles and Hubies Health Code Violations (Ellicott Food Court) ==
Sizzles (which now closes in the evening) and Hubies were popular late-night dining spots in the Ellicott Complex on North Campus. Sizzles offers grilled foods, while Hubies is known for pizza, wings, and subs. Both operate within the Ellicott Food Court, sharing kitchen facilities. These eateries have been the subject of student complaints about cleanliness. For example, one post on r/UBreddit titled "I'm done eating at Sizzles" showcases undercooked chicken in the student's sandwich.<ref>https://www.reddit.com/r/UBreddit/comments/1infx0w/im_done_eating_at_sizzles/</ref> Another post, titled "Don't order grilled chicken sandwich at Sizzles," shows extremely (dangerously) undercooked chicken, which still appears mostly raw, inside of the sandwich.<ref>https://www.reddit.com/r/UBreddit/comments/1g1b2fa/dont_order_grilled_chicken_sandwich_at_sizzles/</ref> Yet another post about Sizzles shows beef that appears dark red to purple, indicating it is not cooked.<ref>https://www.reddit.com/r/UBreddit/comments/shy07i/thank_you_sizzles_perfectly_cooked/</ref> Hubies has also been mentioned in posts regarding undercooked chicken, such as a post showing that the chicken is "actually pink."<ref>https://www.reddit.com/r/UBreddit/comments/qhas62/for_those_wondering_got_this_from_hubbies_today/</ref> In addition to the posts about undercooked meat, other posts have made their way onto the subreddit about poor dining experiences - such as a bread bag clip inside of a burger.<ref>https://www.reddit.com/r/UBreddit/comments/1fk7m54/sizzles_burger_ingredient/</ref>

Official inspections have indeed found violations. In Fall 2023, an Erie County health inspection of the Ellicott Food Court sites uncovered 11 infractions, 4 of which were critical. At Sizzles, inspectors noted that various perishable foods (such as sliced cheeses, tomatoes, and peppers) were not being kept cold enough (above the required 45°F), a potentially hazardous condition. Sizzles was also cited for unlabeled food dressing bottles, indicating a labeling issue. At Hubies (the pizza and fryer station), the inspection found that the pizza prep cooler lacked a working thermometer and that some coolers' thermometers were inaccurate. Additionally, there were general food handling issues like missing sneeze guards over certain toppings and open garbage containers with no lids in the food court area.<ref name=":0">https://www.ubspectrum.com/article/2023/12/ub-campus-dining-health-department-violations-fall-2023</ref>

Campus Dining and Shops management claimed that violations were addressed immediately and that follow-up inspections showed all issues resolved. For instance, the malfunctioning cooler at Sizzles was taken out of service and staff were retrained on proper temperature checks. The open garbage bins were closed and a missing ceiling tile was fixed during inspection. UB's dining officials said that it's standard procedure to correct issues on-site and undergo reinspection to ensure compliance. After corrective action, no repeat violations were noted in the subsequent inspection for those units.<ref name=":0" />

== Crossroads Culinary Center (C3) Health Code Violations ==
Crossroads Culinary Center, known as C3, is UB's largest dining hall, located in the Ellicott Complex. It features multiple buffet stations and serves hundreds of students daily. C3 has been a focal point of student discussion regarding health code issues. For example, a post on r/UBreddit titled "C3? More like Cgivemesalmonella" showcases undercooked meat.<ref>https://www.reddit.com/r/UBreddit/comments/slhm6e/c3_more_like_cgivemesalmonella/</ref> There were also rumors about a "literal BAT in the C3 fountain drink machine" - an alarming story that many took either as a factual past incident or an exaggeration of the poor sanitation.<ref>https://www.reddit.com/r/UBreddit/comments/y0kvhm/just_witnessed_at_one_world/#:~:text=am%20i%20the%20only%20that%20remembers%20the%20literal%20bat</ref> A post by Reddit user u/lilcaliforniaroll, who claimed to be a worker at C3, claims that a manager "had to pull out a bat from the soda machine in front of the pizza station."<ref>https://www.reddit.com/r/UBreddit/comments/fe57zz/bat_in_c3/</ref> While the post does link an Instagram video, it is no longer available - as such, this claim is unable to be verified.

From an official standpoint, health inspections have found issues at C3, though not an exorbitant number. In the same Fall 2023 inspection cycle, C3 was cited for four violations, although none of them were critical. The violations were mostly about facilities and precautions - inspectors observed that outdoor garbage dumpsters behind C3 had no lids (allowing pests), an external grease container's lid was left open, and some food items at self-serve stations (like toppings and fruit) were not properly protected by sneeze guards or tongs. For example, containers of things like flax seeds and granola didn't have covers, and the fruit station had no tongs for apples until staff provided them during inspection. There were zero critical violations at C3 during that inspection - meaning nothing immediately threatening illness - but the noted issues could "indirectly contribute" to problems if left uncorrected.<ref name=":0" /> All of these issues were rectified promptly, including the addition of covers, the supplying of tongs, and the closing of lids.

== New York Deli & Diner Food Violations ==
The NY Deli and Diner, a kosher-style deli in Talbert Hall (sometimes referred to by students as the "Jewish Deli"), has faced notable violations. After it reopened post-pandemic in 2023, it underwent a health inspection that found seven violations, over half of which were critical. The critical issues included a walk-in cooler holding food at 50°F (well above the safe cold temperature), hot holding wells not keeping food hot enough (around 125-127°F instead of above 140°F), and improper thawing methods (thawing chicken in still water). There were also a leaking hand-wash sink and general food protection shortcomings. The Spectrum reported that these violations were corrected and the deli passed re-inspection by November 2023.<ref name=":0" />

== Other Minor Instances ==
A Tim Hortons in the Student Union was cited in 2023 for something as trivial as an improperly stored utensil (a spoon left in a parfait cup), and the Governors Complex mini-cafeteria once had a fridge holding guacamole above 45°F. These individual cases usually result in immediate fixes and don't generate as much discussion.

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Council of Advocacy and Leadership (COAL)

2025-08-10T14:25:27Z

Tnology: Create Council of Advocacy and Leadership (COAL)

The '''Council of Advocacy and Leadership (COAL)''' is an umbrella student governance body at the University at Buffalo that unites the leaders of the university's major student governments. Established in the early 2010s (first mentioned in campus media in 2013)<ref>https://www.ubspectrum.com/article/2013/04/meet-the-candidates-ub-council-student-representative</ref>, COAL's primary role was originally to serve as a forum for student advocacy and inter-governmental collaboration. The council is composed of the presidents or top officers of UB's various student government organizations, spanning undergraduate, graduate, and professional students. As of 2025, COAL includes eight student government leaders, representing the undergraduate [[Student Association (SA)]], the [[Graduate Student Association (GSA)]], and the student government of the School of Law, School of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences, Jacobs School of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences, School of Dental Medicine, and School of Management, with the [[Residence Hall Association (RHA)]] added as a non-voting member in 2023. The University Council Student Representative - the only elected representative and the only student who sits on UB's University Council - serves as COAL's chairperson.<ref name=":0">https://www.ubspectrum.com/article/2024/04/coal-sa-ub-2024</ref>

== Purpose and Evolution ==
For most of its existence, COAL functioned primarily as an advocacy committee. It provided a unified student voice on university-wide issues, enabling coordination among the disparate student governments. This advocacy role included discussing student concerns with campus administrators and presenting a cohesive front on policies affecting the student body. COAL is not a formally incorporated entity but is recognized as the single forum encompassing all student government units at UB.<ref name=":0" />

A significant change in COAL's responsibilities after 2019, when UB's long-standing student governance fiscal agent, [[Sub-Board I, Inc. (SBI)]], was removed by the university to bring student governments under stricter university control. SBI was run by the students and managed the student activity fee funds that students are required to pay for, including a "Programming Fund" - a pool of money for special student-run events and initiatives - which originated from proceeds of a 1987 land sale with the stipulation that students would oversee disbursement of those funds. After SBI's controversial dissolution in 2019, UB's [[Faculty-Student Association (Campus Dining and Shops)|Faculty-Student Association (FSA)]], which holds financial responsibility for campus dining, took over financial management for student governments. Students were able to stay in charge of awarding the Programming Fund grants, however, by assigning the duty to COAL - since COAL was, by then, the only body representing all student governments.<ref name=":0" />

== Programming Grants ==
Starting in the 2022-2023 academic year, COAL began administering university-wide programming grants. That year, due to strong investment returns and accumulated funds (unspent during the transition from SBI), COAL had over $400,000 available to distribute to student clubs and organizations for events and programs. Clubs could apply for large grants - up to $45,000 per proposal - far exceeding what traditional student governments could offer. COAL's approach to these grants was notably more flexible than the budgeting rules of individual student governments. For example, COAL allowed rough cost estimates and did not require exact line-item budgeting for funding requests - something that student governments such as Student Association often require. This made the grants attractive to clubs but also introduced administrative complexity, since funds had to be reimbursed through the student governments' accounts, which themselves have stricter spending policies.<ref name=":0" />

== Impact and Notable Events ==
In its first cycle as funding allocator (2022-2023), COAL was able to fund nearly every club request thanks to the unusually large budget, effectively supercharging campus programming. Student organizations reported transformative impacts from COAL grants, such as the UB Badminton Club securing over $15,000 across two rounds of COAL funding, enabling them to purchase equipment and rent practice space that had previously been impossible for them to afford. However, the club's experience also highlighted growing pains in COAL's new roles, as delays and confusion in reimbursement left some orders unfulfilled and the club officers "chasing" answers between COAL and the Student Association finance staff (as Student Association is the recognizing government of the Badminton Club).

By the 2023-2024 grant cycle, COAL faced a tougher situation - around $242,700 was available, but student clubs submitted about '''half a million dollars''' in requests. For the first time, COAL had to choose some winners and some losers among proposals, a task made difficult by the lack of formalized selection criteria. Internal disagreements emerged over how to fairly allocate the scarce funds. SA President at the time Becky Paul-Odionhin claimed that the council didn't establish clear criteria and, worried that proposal ranking would violate SA's funding rules, withdrew the entire undergraduate Student Association from COAL in protest. This was a dramatic move, as SA represents a large amount of UB students and caused proposals from its clubs to be excluded from the grant decisions.

Following SA's exit, COAL proceeded to award grants only to clubs from the remaining governments, and even after funding all of those, about $91,500 of the budget went unspent. The exclusion of undergraduates drew a lot of criticism - Paul-Odionhin argued that COAL should consider all of students' proposals, but this move caused many undergraduate clubs to not get the funding that would help them further thrive.

== Structure and Governance ==
COAL operates as a collaborative council rather than a standalone corporation or club. Its membership is predefined by the offices held, where each student government president participates, alongside the University Council Student Representative who chairs the meetings. The chair position rotates with whoever holds the University Council Representative seat - in 2023-2024 it was Aliko Turton, and previously it was A.J. Franklin (a former student newspaper editor for ''The Spectrum''). COAL meetings are not generally public, and records of its deliberations have been sparse (University Archives had no official charter documents as of 2024). This informality has been a point of criticism, especially once COAL took on a financial duty. Some student leaders have advocated for clearer bylaws or guidelines for COAL to ensure consistency and fairness in decision-making.<ref name=":0" />

The [[Faculty-Student Association (Campus Dining and Shops)|Faculty Student Association (FSA)]] attends COAL meetings via a non-voting delegate, and while FSA retains ultimate authority to approve disbursements, it has so far allowed for COAL to make decisions in evaluating grant proposals. The premise is that students themselves are best positioned to judge which student-led initiatives will "enhance the quality of the university experience," as the COAL grant guidelines put it.<ref name=":0" />

COAL also continues in its original mission of advocacy. For example, COAL has been involved in planning UB's annual ''Shared Governance Day'', which is about cooperation between students, faculty, and administrators in decision-making. By uniting all student governments, COAL can address campus-wide issues such as student fees, transportation, or health and wellness services with a unified student stance.<ref>https://www.buffalo.edu/news/releases/2025/03/UB-10th-annual-shared-governance-day.html</ref>

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Governors Complex

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Tnology: Create Governors Complex

The '''Governors Complex''' is a student residential complex at the University at Buffalo exclusive to first-year students. Opened in 1973, it was the first on-campus complex on the [[North Campus]].<ref name=":0">https://www.buffalo.edu/ubreporter/archive/2008_08_28/flashback.html</ref> The complex is composed of four linked residence halls - '''Clinton''', '''Roosevelt''', '''Lehman''', and '''Dewey''' - each named after former New York State governors. Collectively, Governors Complex was originally built to house approximately 800 students in a suite-style layout.<ref name=":1">https://library.buffalo.edu/specialcollections/archives/ubhistory/campuses/detail.html?ID=51</ref>

== Design and Construction ==
Governors Complex was designed by the renowned architect I. M. Pei and Associates. The design was adapted from similar dormitories Pei's firm created at SUNY Fredonia. Construction was completed in November 1972, and the first student residents moved in by September 1973. The complex's architecture is characterized by interconnected low-rise buildings with brick facades and breezeways, representative of 1970s campus design. Early reviews from its inaugural residents were mixed - students praised features like carpeted lounges with televisions and pol tables and the intimate on-site dining hall, but they criticized the complex's relative isolation and the "ugly surroundings" of a then-newly built North Campus - and only four shared kitchens served the entire complex. To compensate for these shortcomings, residents received a 10% ($65) rebate on housing fees.<ref name=":0" />

As the first residential hub on North Campus, Governors opened about three years behind the original campus construction schedule. Nonetheless, the challenges of those early years fostered a close-knit community. A contemporary UB history noted that "the difficulties of living on the Amherst Campus [in 1973] seem to have knit the residents more closely together," with many initially "lost" students helping each other find their way around the new complex.<ref name=":0" />

The Governors Complex only has double rooms, meaning each person will have exactly one roommate. It's exclusive to first-year students (typically incoming freshmen), meaning students beyond their first year cannot live there unless they are an RA (Residential Advisor).

== Facilities and Features ==
Governors Complex is situated near UB's academic spine, making it a convenient location with relatively short walks to academic buildings. The complex includes a central dining hall and '''The Cellar''', a casual diner in the complex's lower level. The Cellar is a longstanding UB dining tradition, known for its breakfast and night comfort food options for Governors residents.<ref>https://ubdining.com/locations/unit/cellar</ref> The presence of an on-site dining center has been an asset since the complex's inception, contributing to the community feel that early residents appreciated.<ref name=":0" /> As of today, it is called the '''Governor's Dining Center'''.<ref>https://ubdining.com/locations/unit/governors</ref>

Within Roosevelt Hall is Teddy's, a tiny convenience store that contains snacks and beverages.<ref>https://ubdining.com/locations/unit/teddys</ref>

Each of the four residence halls is named for a notable governor of New York, reflecting state history:

* '''Dewey Hall''': Named for Thomas E. Dewey, the 45th Governor (1943-1954) who was instrumental in creating the State University of New York (SUNY) system.<ref name=":1" />
* '''Roosevelt Hall''': Honors ''Theodore Roosevelt'', 33rd Governor (1899-1900) and later US President, known for his anti-corruption campaigns.<ref name=":1" />
* '''Lehman Hall''': Named for Herbert H. Lehman, Governor from 1933-1942 (New York's first Jewish governor).<ref name=":1" />
* '''Clinton Hall''': Commemorates DeWitt Clinton, 6th Governor (1817-1823), famed for championing the Erie Canal's construction.<ref name=":1" />

The halls are interconnected, allowing students to traverse within the complex. Governors' design originally featured communal lounges and study spaces, and over time some facilities have been updated (for example, bathroom renovations and fire safety systems). A notorious episode occurred during the 2009-2010 academic year, when '''frequent false fire alarms''' - over 45 in one year - plagued the complex and caused many interruptions to residents at any time of the day. Students formed Facebook groups titled "We didn't start the fire at Governors" to voice their frustration, noting that the constant alarms were causing evacuation fatigue and potential safety issues.<ref>https://www.ubspectrum.com/article/2010/02/students-get-heated-over-governors-fire-alarms</ref>

== Incidents ==
In 2019, a student who violated Campus Living guidelines by using a space heater accidentally caused her room to be set on fire when items were placed on the heater between her bed and the wall. ''Read Article'': [[2019 Governors Dorm Fire]]

In 2023, an unknown individual attempted to start a fire in a kitchen at approximately 4:00 AM. ''Read Article'': [[Governors Arsonist]]

== Legacy ==
Despite being one of UB's older residence halls still in use today, Governors Complex maintains a unique reputation and charm in campus life. Many first-year students are housed in Governors, and the complex often cultivates a strong community among its residents. It hosts special living learning communities such as ''Leadership House'' and the Honors College Living Learning Community for first-year students. The [[Residence Hall Association (RHA)]] includes representation from Governors, ensuring that the interests of its 800 residents are advocated for in campus housing decisions.<ref>https://www.ubspectrum.com/article/2024/04/coal-sa-ub-2024</ref>

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The Commons

2025-08-08T17:30:09Z

Tnology: Create The Commons

File:The Commons view of La Rosa and Young Chow.png

2025-08-08T17:04:20Z

Tnology:

The Commons view of La Rosa and Young Chow

File:The Commons (University at Buffalo).png

2025-08-08T11:46:43Z

Tnology:

The UB Commons courtyard and fountain in 1992, shortly after its opening. The Commons features a central outdoor plaza with a clock tower and fountain, surrounded by two levels of shops, eateries, and offices for the campus community.

Student Union

2025-08-06T18:00:17Z

Tnology: Create Student Union

The '''Student Union''' at the University at Buffalo (UB) is the central student activity building on the university's [[North Campus]] in Amherst, NY. It functions as a hub for student life, hosting a variety of services, dining facilities, student organization offices, and social spaces for the UB community. Opened in stages during the 1980s to 1990s, the Student Union (often abbreviated SU) was built to replace UB's original Student Union on the South Campus (then called Norton Hall)<ref name=":0">https://www.buffalo.edu/administrative-services/managing-facilities/planning-designing-and-construction/building-profiles/profile-host-page.host.html/content/shared/university/page-content/facilities/studen.detail.html</ref>, which closed in 1982. Today, the Student Union is an expansive complex of over 173,000 square feet<ref name=":0" /> that serves tens of thousands of students and staff, providing a place for gatherings and daily campus life.

== History and Development ==
UB's Student Union was constructed in two major phases. The initial portion opened in 1985 (then called the ''Student Activities Center'') and an expansion was completed in 1992.<ref>https://research.lib.buffalo.edu/campus-planning-construction/timelines</ref> The combined facility was officially dedicated on November 21st, 1992, with a formal opening ceremony and several commemorative events. The dedication featured UB President William R. Greiner and other dignitaries, and included installation of a memorial plaque and a UB seal in the lobby floor - gifts from the student body and alumni.<ref>https://www.buffalo.edu/news/releases/1992/11/5246.html</ref> The Student Union's construction was part of UB's broader campus expansion to the suburbs - when the North Campus was developed in the 1970s, it initially lacked a student union, so this facility was served to fulfill the social and extracurricular needs of a growing student population. The architecture features a multi-level design with a large open atrium.

The Student Union has been the home for UB's [[Student Association (SA)]] and [[Graduate Student Association (GSA)]] - the undergraduate and graduate student governments (respectively) - and various Student Life offices. The building includes amenities such as a theater, 400-person conference area with movable walls, lounges and study areas, and recreational spaces. Over the years, the Student Union has housed campus dining outlets, a game room, and a ticket office.<ref name=":0" />

== Facilities and Services ==
The Student Union's layout spans three floors, organized around a large open lobby on the first level. Major facilities include the dining areas, one of which being the Union Marketplace and Eatery, a dining facility each containing their own "food stations," including Union Station (subs and wraps), Halal Shack (Middle Eastern foods), Piza Pizza (pizza), and Fowl Play (chicken fingers and fries).<ref>https://ubdining.com/locations/unit/unionmarket</ref> Union Station used to contain Stackers, a beloved place that contained burgers, but this was shut down and replaced by the Halal Shack in 2025.<ref>https://www.reddit.com/r/UBreddit/comments/1k6z2ox/stackers_and_breadbox_deli_are_closing/</ref> In addition to Union Marketplace and Eatery, SU has Moe's (a Southwest Mexican grill) and Tim Horton's (a primarily Canadian cafe and bakery). Vending machines are also available on the 1st floor as well as UB Campus Tees, a merchandise store.

Student Union also has Bravo Pasta on the second floor, next to Edgy Veggies (previously located on the first floor in Union Marketplace and Eatery but got moved to the second floor). The second floor used to contain Breadbox Deli, but this was also closed by UB.<ref>https://www.reddit.com/r/UBreddit/comments/1k6z2ox/comment/mowg5jp/</ref> Sabor Latino, a restaurant with Latin American food, is also on the second floor<ref>https://www.buffalo.edu/ubnow/stories/2024/01/dining-changes.html</ref>, but many students have complained about their limited hours of 11 AM - 2 PM on weekdays only (during peak class hours).<ref>https://www.reddit.com/r/UBreddit/comments/1ablzhn/comment/kjvpvic/</ref><ref>https://www.reddit.com/r/UBreddit/comments/1lv3fv2/comment/n23lqn5/</ref><ref>https://www.reddit.com/r/UBreddit/comments/1mhlj34/comment/n6xgv0o/</ref>

The Union provides office space for student government (SA and GSA), an information desk, a Ticket Office, and a KeyBank ATM. The lower level is also connected to Knox Hall via a tunnel while the second story is connected to The Commons via a bridge. Many Student Life administrative units are headquartered in the Union, including the Office of Student Engagement, the Intercultural and Diversity Center, and the Orientation and First-Year Programs.

== Renovations ==
In 2018, UB began planning for a significant renovation project for the Student Union, and construction was carried out in phases during the 2023-2024 academic year and Fall 2024 semester. The '''Student Union Renovation Project''', completed in early 2025, focused on creating a more open, welcoming environment and adding modern amenities. In the first phase, completed in Fall 2024, the building's main lobby was expanded - a large interior "walkway room" was removed and replaced with a smaller glass entryway, making the main portion of the building larger. A new grand staircase was built linking the second and third floors, improving circulation between levels. The second phase replaced flooring, installed new contemporary furniture, included new lighting, and added acoustical panels to reduce noise in gathering areas.<ref>https://www.buffalo.edu/studentlife/who-we-are/departments/student-unions/reopening.html</ref> The overall goal was to give the Union the ambiance of a comfortable "living room" for students.

During the construction period (especially 2023-2024), the Student Union was shrunk to a much smaller size as temporary walls were put in place between the portion of SU being renovated and the portion still open to students. The Student Union officially reopened on January 15th, 2025, after roughly a year of construction disruptions. UB President Satish K. Tripathi described the renovations as an investment in student experience, noting that while academics are primary, "we know how important it is for our students to have a robust student experience - gathering, socializing, getting involved in clubs and organizations."<ref>https://www.ubspectrum.com/article/2025/01/ub-reopens-student-union</ref>

== Significance and Campus Life ==
The Student Union plays a central role in UB's campus culture. It is the venue for countless student-driven events - ranging from international education displays to blood drives. Having replaced the aging Norton Union of South Campus, the North Campus Student Union symbolized UB's transition to a modern, residential campus in Amherst. Its continued evolution - like the recent renovations - reflects UB's effort to adapt to changing student needs. The Union is fully accessible and includes lactation rooms and prayer/meditation spaces to accommodate community needs.

== Relationship to The Commons ==
Directly across from the Student Union is the UB Commons, a privately owned retail complex with additional dining options. The Commons complements the Union by offering restaurants (although not covered by meal plans there), shops, and services.

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UB Student Health Services

2025-08-04T16:00:04Z

Tnology: Create UB Student Health Services

[[File:UB Maple Road Student Health Services Ribbon Cutting.png|alt=Ribbon-cutting ceremony at UB's new Student Health Services center on Maple Road, August 2022. UB officials including Vice President for Student Life Brian Hamluk (center right) marked the opening of the facility, which replaced the clinic's longtime home in Michael Hall on South Campus.|thumb|Ribbon-cutting ceremony at UB's new Student Health Services center on Maple Road, August 2022. UB officials including Vice President for Student Life Brian Hamluk (center right) marked the opening of the facility, which replaced the clinic's longtime home in Michael Hall on South Campus.]]
'''UB Student Health Services''' is the primary health care provider for students at the University at Buffalo. Part of UB's Division of Student Life, it offers medical services to all registered undergraduate, graduate and professional students, funded largely by a mandatory health fee.<ref name=":0">https://www.ubspectrum.com/article/2023/09/ub-undergraduate-fees-2023</ref> Student Health Services provides general health care, including routine physical exams, treatment for acute illnesses and injuries, sexual health consultations, immunizations, an in-house medical lab, travel medicine advice, and other basic services. Care is delivered by a professional staff of board-certified physicians, physician assistants, nurse practitioners, nurses and medical support staff. Additional wellness resources such as counseling and health promotion programs complement the clinical services.<ref name=":1">https://www.buffalo.edu/studentlife/who-we-are/departments/health.html</ref>

== Facilities and Location ==
For many years, UB's Student Health Clinic operated in Michael Hall, a former dormitory on the [[South Campus]]. However, that mid-20th century facility was determined inadequate for the university's needs - it offered limited space (capping annual visits at around 24,000) and was outdated by modern healthcare standards. In 2022, UB Student Health Services moved to a new, larger facility at '''4350 Maple Road''' in Amherst, NY, about half a mile from the [[North Campus]]. UB is leasing the single-story, 13,000-square-foot building as a temporary home while planning a future on-campus wellness center. The Maple Road Center opened in August 2022 and features 20 examination rooms (including dedicated treatment and isolation rooms), an in-house pharmacy, and a lab capable of rapid testing for conditions like HIV, flu, strep and COVID-19. The modern facility allows separation of "sick" and "well" patients to reduce contagion risk. It also offers more comfortable, spacious seating and clinical areas, providing a better student health experience.<ref name=":2">https://www.buffalo.edu/ubnow/stories/2021/09/student-health-maple-road.html</ref>

UB provides transportation to the off-campus health center via shuttles from both [[North Campus]] and [[South Campus]]. The center also has ample parking for students who drive. Students must schedule an appointment before visiting - walk-in visits are not accommodated. Operating hours are typically weekdays from 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM, with extended hours on Mondays from 9:00 AM - 7:00 PM during the Fall and Spring semesters - however, the clinic closes from 9:00 AM - 11:00 AM during the second and last Thursday of each month. After-hours protocols are in place, such that an on-call nurse line is available when the clinic is closed.<ref name=":1" />

== Funding and Access ==
UB Student Health Services is funded by the Student Health Services Fee which was about $219.50 per semester for full-time undergraduates in 2023. This fee supports Student Health Services as well as counseling, health promotion and accessibility programs on campus.<ref name=":0" /> Due to the funding model, many services are provided at no additional cost to the students or at reduced cost. The fee enables offerings such as Wellness Coaching, nutrition consultations, mental health referrals and other health education initiatives to be free for students.<ref>https://www.ubspectrum.com/article/2024/12/a-ub-program-dedicated-to-all-areas-of-a-students-well-being</ref>

== Recent Developments ==
The move to the Maple Road site was described by UB administrators as a step toward dramatically improving student wellness infrastructure. Brian Hamluk, UB's Vice President for Student Life, noted that students had long desired upgraded health facilities and the COVID-19 pandemic showed the need for better space and ventilation. The Maple Road center's lease is expected to last at least five years while UB proceeds with plans for a comprehensive on-campus Wellness and Recreation Center. The future facility, envisioned as a four-story complex on North Campus, would unite Student Health Services with Counseling Services, wellness programs, fitness facilities (gyms, a pool, track, courts) under one roof where the '''UB Bookstore''' is (as of 2025). Design and funding efforts for the new center were delayed by the pandemic but resumed in 2021-2022, at which point UB had looked at completion by 2026. In the meantime, the Maple Road clinic has enabled UB to expand healthcare capacity and infection-control measures (such as negative-pressure exam rooms for airborne isolation) beyond what was possible in the old Michael Hall space.<ref name=":2" />

== Student Feedback and Criticism ==
Despite the upgraded facility, some students have expressed frustration with aspects of Student Health Services. Common criticisms include the lack of online appointment scheduling and no allowance for walk-in visits.<ref>https://www.reddit.com/r/UBreddit/comments/12kp14w/why_is_student_health_services_so_terrible/</ref> The clinic's policy of closing during certain Thursday mornings has caused complaints when students are greeted with a recording instead of a way to schedule an appointment. Students on r/UBreddit have noted difficulties including long holds on the phone, delayed referrals, billing errors and feeling generally under-served by the campus health services. For example, one student reported being prescribed a medication they were allergic to (despite a previous note on medical records) and being "billed $600 for an advertised 'free' STD test'".<ref>https://www.reddit.com/r/UBreddit/comments/12kp14w/comment/jg3jxgp/</ref> Other students have complained about the health services being off campus.<ref>https://www.reddit.com/r/UBreddit/comments/12kp14w/comment/jg3givl/</ref><ref>https://www.reddit.com/r/UBreddit/comments/12kp14w/comment/jg3hzlb/</ref>

UB administrators have acknowledged the need for improvement. The student health fee has been used, in addition to clinical services, for counseling and health promotion, and UB continues to adapt services in response to student needs.<ref name=":0" /> A Wellness Task Force and student input have been put together for moving forward with a North Campus health facility.<ref>https://www.insidehighered.com/news/2021/05/27/how-manage-covid-impacts-student-health-habits</ref>

== References ==
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File:UB Maple Road Student Health Services Ribbon Cutting.png

2025-08-04T15:38:54Z

Tnology:

Ribbon-cutting ceremony at UB's new Student Health Services center on Maple Road, August 2022. UB officials including Vice President for Student Life Brian Hamluk (center right) marked the opening of the facility, which replaced the clinic's longtime home in Michael Hall on South Campus.

Overcapacity Housing

2025-08-01T18:10:14Z

Tnology: Create Overcapacity Housing

'''Overcapacity Housing''' at the University at Buffalo refers to situations in which demand for on-campus student housing - especially in dorms - exceeds the available number of dormitory beds, prompting the university to implement temporary measures or assign extra students to rooms beyond their capacity. This typically occurs at the start of the academic year when an incoming freshman class or overall enrollment in on-campus housing is larger than housing projections. In overcapacity scenarios, UB has resorted to measures such as adding a fourth roommate to triple rooms or even placing students in nearby hotels until permanent spaces open up in extreme cases.<ref name=":0">https://www.buffalo.edu/ubreporter/archive/vol38/vol38n1/articles/StudentsInHotels.html</ref><ref>https://www.reddit.com/r/UBreddit/comments/1ly8h7b/comment/n2s1nwc/</ref>

== Causes and History ==
Overcapacity Housing at UB is largely driven by higher-than-expected student enrollment and retention. When more students accept admission offers (or continue to stay in campus housing after the cancellation deadline passes) than the university's dormitories are intended to accommodate, a housing crunch results. For example, in Fall 2006, UB experienced an unanticipated surge of about 600 additional housing applications compared to the previous year, due to improved student retention and a larger freshman class. Vice President for Student Affairs Dennis Black explained at the time that "improved retention, increased enrollment and greater satisfaction with campus living have combined to create a difficult housing situation at UB." This situation led UB to an extreme response in which nearly 200 students were placed in hotel rooms off-campus that semester, because it was not possible to fit any more students into the dorm buildings. However, the incident was not isolated, because UB had also used hotels in Fall 2002 and Fall 2003 to house overflow students.<ref name=":0" />

Another cause has been housing supply changes. In 2018, UB demolished several outdated residence halls on South Campus, including MacDonald Hall, Pritchard Hall, and Schoellkopf Hall, which eliminated hundreds of beds. While new dorms like Greiner Hall (opened in 2011) would offset this, in the interim years the total housing inventory was tighter, raising the likelihood of overcapacity situations for freshmen who wish to live on campus. Additionally, factors like new fire codes can play a role - UB once had more bunked beds in triples, but changes in fire safety code removed some flexibility to add beds.<ref name=":0" /> The new fire code is the reason UB prohibits lofted and bunked beds.

The university has to predict how many admitted students will actually enroll ''and'' want housing - if these predictions are off (for example, a higher yield of freshmen than anticipated), the result can be overbooking of dorms. Some students and observers have compared this to airlines overbooking seats - implying UB knowingly accepts more housing contracts than capacity, expecting some no-shows. One Reddit user in July 2025 referred to the situation as "''overcapacity scam?''", reflecting frustration from students who were put into an overcapacity situation.<ref>https://www.reddit.com/r/UBreddit/comments/1ly8h7b/overcapacity_scam/</ref>

Historically, UB has managed overcapacity by early fall semester adjustments. In 2002-2003, when hotels were used, the university was able to relocate many of the students into on-campus housing by October as dorm vacancies naturally occurred from attrition.<ref name=":0" /> By the second semester (spring), all students were housed on campus.

== University Policy for Overcapacity Housing ==
UB's housing agreement states that "''The University reserves the right to re-assign the Student, on a temporary basis, to temporary housing in the event of overcapacity of the Housing Facilities. The Student will be required to vacate the temporary housing accommodation as soon as a permanent space is identified. While the Student resides in temporary accommodations the Student acknowledges and agrees that they may not receive all standard residence hall furnishings and amenities. A rate adjustment will be made for each day that the Student resides in a temporary housing assignment.''"<ref>https://www.buffalo.edu/campusliving/apply-for-housing/understanding-your-agreement.html</ref> As this is the only mention of overcapacity housing in the housing agreement, some are frustrated that UB doesn't better clarify that students may be placed into a room that has more beds than intended, leading to less personal space.<ref>https://www.reddit.com/r/UBreddit/comments/1lqbctr/comment/n1w7aiw/</ref> It also does not mention what the rate adjustment is, meaning it likely depends on the situation (three people in a double, four people in a triple, or five people in a quad).

== Student Experiences ==
In many cases, UB will take a standard room and overassign it with an additional resident, such as a third resident in a double, or a triple could get a fourth person. One student described their experience as getting "...''stuck in a triple room with a 4th person due to them being overcapacity. I'm really upset about it''."<ref>https://www.reddit.com/r/UBreddit/comments/1ll9wmw/comment/n065ybk/</ref> This arrangement results in more residents in the room than it is supposed to house, causing a lack of personal space - and students can't bunk or loft their beds since it is prohibited in the housing agreement (due to fire code).

In more extreme cases, UB has utilized off-campus hotels as overflow dorms. The 2006 example saw UB renting blocks of rooms at local hotels (the Boulevard Inn & Suites, Comfort Inn, and Hampton Inn) and stationing university Residential Life staff there to manage things. Students in hotels were given campus shuttle service to get to classes and enjoyed some hotel perks like air conditioning, linen exchange, and free breakfast. UB prioritized assigning late-applying transfer students to the hotels so that all freshmen who met housing deadlines could be on campus.<ref name=":0" /> This approach, while costly, prevented freshmen from being homeless or otherwise not being given their on-campus housing that was guaranteed given they met the housing deadline. UB has also offered incentives for students to live off-campus in times of shortage - for example, in 2006 they gave students who voluntarily canceled their dorm spot $500 in Campus Cash and refunded housing deposits, and offered local students a free semester of future housing if they agreed to commute from home that fall.<ref name=":0" />

Once the initial rush subsides, housing staff work intensively to resolve the overcapacity issues. As students leave or no-show, those in overcapacity housing get moved into those vacancies. Usually, by late September or mid-semester, most overcapacity situations are resolved. In the hotel cases, UB promised that those students would be "first in line" when on-campus vacancies arose, and many were moved on campus by October. The rest were assured a spot by the spring semester at the latest.<ref name=":0" />

For students, being placed in overcapacity housing can be a mixed experience, but it's often a source of anxiety and frustration. New freshmen assigned to a packed room may see peers in normal doubles and triples and wonder why they are paying (albeit discounted) to live in a packed room. On r/UBreddit, one user said to a returning student on the waitlist that their chances of getting a dorm were "close to none because UB severely overbooked the dorms and many rooms are over capacity."<ref>https://www.reddit.com/r/UBreddit/comments/1m5rpkd/comment/n4e63rt/</ref>

Some students adapt and even find upsides. In cases where hotels were used, many of those students ended up enjoying the arrangement - especially because they had free breakfasts and air conditioning, the latter resolving a huge problem that many face when living in a standard dorm room. UB noted that in 2003, some students housed in a hotel "came to prefer the arrangement" and formed close friendships in that unique living situation. The university even let those who wanted to stay in the hotel through the fall semester do so, rather than moving them to campus for just a few weeks before break.

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Residence Hall Association (RHA)

2025-07-30T19:32:54Z

Tnology:

The '''Residence Hall Association (RHA)''' at the University at Buffalo is the student-run governing body representing all students who live in UB's on-campus housing. RHA serves as an umbrella organization for the individual hall and village councils across the university's residence halls and apartment complexes, advocating for residential students' needs, organizing events to build community, and providing leadership opportunities for residents. RHA acts as the voice of the on-campus student population - which is roughly 7,500 students in UB's dorms and university apartments.<ref name=":0">https://www.ubspectrum.com/article/2024/03/rha-election-results</ref>

== Structure and Membership ==
RHA is composed of representatives from each on-campus living area and is led by an elected executive board of student officers. The university's housing system is divided into 14-17 residence hall and apartment councils (the number can be described as 14 councils<ref name=":1">https://www.buffalo.edu/campusliving/for-current-students/get-involved/residence-hall-association.html</ref>, or 17 distinct halls/apartments<ref name=":0" />, depending on how they are counted, but essentially each residence hall or apartment complex has its own council or governing unit). Each of those hall or village councils sends delegates (usually the council president and possibly others) to represent their community in RHA's general assembly. In this way, RHA is a federation of all the campus living communities.

The '''RHA Executive Board''' consists of five key positions - President, Vice President of Leadership Development, Vice President of Engagement, Vice President of Finance, and Vice President of Communications.<ref name=":1" /> These officers are elected in an annual campus-wide RHA election each spring. All on-campus residents are typically eligible to vote, making it a broad-based election. The '''President''' leads the organization. The '''VP of Leadership Development''' focuses on training and empowering hall council members and organizing leadership programs for residents. The '''VP of Engagement''' handles event planning and programming to ensure residents are involved and connected. The '''VP of Finance''' manages RHA's budget and assists hall councils with funding their activities, including overseeing purchase approvals for hall events. The '''VP of Communications''' manages RHA's publicity, social media, and dissemination of information to residents. RHA's executive officers receive compensation in the form of housing stipends that cover a significant portion of their room costs.<ref name=":0" /> This is an incentive and reward for the substantial time they commit. A Graduate Assistantship exists to be the Co-Advisor to Residence Hall Association, which acts as a liaison between the Residence Hall Association and Campus Living.<ref>https://www.buffalo.edu/campusliving/about-us/employment-opportunities/professional-employment.html</ref>

Each hall or village council under RHA typically has its own President, Coordinators (similar to Vice Presidents)<ref>https://www.ubspectrum.com/article/2024/03/rha-executive-board-candidates-2024</ref>, and representatives. These councils operate at the individual dorm or complex level, organizing events for their specific community (for example, a council in Ellicott Complex might host a BBQ for its quad, or a village council at South Lake might plan a game night in the community center). In Fall, shortly after move-in, RHA and Campus Living coordinate hall council elections so that each community elects its leadership, who then become part of RHA's network.<ref name=":1" />

RHA's connection to UB's administration is through Campus Living and Student Life.<ref>https://www.buffalo.edu/content/dam/www/campusliving/documents/ResLifeEmployment/RHA%20GA%20Position%20Description%202019-20%2012-11-18.pdf</ref> Campus Living professional staff (Residential Life administrators) serve as advisors to RHA, but the organization is student-run. There is often a designated Residential Life staff member, like an Assistant Director of Residential Life, who meets with RHA E-Board regularly in an advisory capacity. In 2023, the RHA was formally added as a member of UB's [[Council of Advocacy and Leadership (COAL)]], albeit a non-voting member.<ref>https://www.ubspectrum.com/article/2024/04/coal-sa-ub-2024</ref>

== Mission and Activities ==
The mission of RHA is to represent all on-campus students. Therefore, RHA acts as the advocate for students' interests. RHA also provides leadership training and experience to the students involved, particularly through hall councils and the RHA E-Board. They run leadership retreats or workshops for hall council members, teaching skills including event planning, conflict resolution, and public speaking.

A major part of RHA's visibility comes from the social and educational programs it organizes. RHA hosts campus-wide events aimed at residence hall students, sometimes in collaboration with Campus Living or other groups. For instance, the ''Not Your Grandma's Bingo'' night referenced has featured RHA leaders having an exciting bingo night. Sometimes this has a twist - such as music bingo - as well. RHA may run events during times where students are on campus and not much is going on, such as the two-day Fall Break in October (not to be confused with Thanksgiving Break) - in which a past Vice President of Engagement for RHA noted that "...we had programming throughout this past fall break to make sure they weren't just sitting in their rooms."<ref>https://www.buffalo.edu/ubnow/stories/2023/11/residential-life.html</ref> In 2024-2025, some of RHA's notable events included an "RHA Rodeo" themed social (with a bonfire and s'mores)<ref>https://www.instagram.com/p/DJGJREkNoKd/</ref><ref>https://scontent-lga3-1.cdninstagram.com/v/t51.2885-15/491446801_18365872507131315_8151661873592829750_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_e35_tt6&efg=eyJ2ZW5jb2RlX3RhZyI6IkNBUk9VU0VMX0lURU0uaW1hZ2VfdXJsZ2VuLjE0NDB4MTgwMC5zZHIuZjc1NzYxLmRlZmF1bHRfaW1hZ2UuYzIifQ&_nc_ht=scontent-lga3-1.cdninstagram.com&_nc_cat=103&_nc_oc=Q6cZ2QHUEK6lmIs3baNfTZmQz6tqzCGgolvLUUr5Ic2tqtZapMvN4UpvnzV2mR1oUBJvTz8&_nc_ohc=Sxk1G8eVF2YQ7kNvwFJSjjj&_nc_gid=ybYAsFJT7FtlRwiouLhQzg&edm=APs17CUBAAAA&ccb=7-5&ig_cache_key=MzYyMjYyMzY4OTcwMzgxNTU3Nw%3D%3D.3-ccb7-5&oh=00_AfQSdEQKc0oJs1ehVl4SfgVrmZKq5IFiCroDUmpscfavOA&oe=68905A35&_nc_sid=10d13b</ref>, trivia nights, and other activities. The goal is to create engagement and a sense of community among residents.

RHA is affiliated with the National Association of College and University Residence Halls (NACURH), which is the nationwide organization for campus RHAs. UB's RHA sends delegations to regional and national NACURH conferences, where they exchange ideas with other universities and often receive awards. UB's RHA was named NACURH "School of the Year" in 2020, which is the highest honor NACURH awards to a member school.<ref>https://www.buffalo.edu/campusliving/for-current-students/get-involved/residence-hall-association.html</ref>

== Recent Leadership and Initiatives ==
In the 2024 elections, the RHA executive board elected consisted of President Madison Nitsche (who had served on the prior board as well), VP of Leadership Kartik Vishwasrao, VP of Engagement Jada Mowatt, VP of Finance Kevin Boasiako, and VP of Communications Daniel Chu. This team indicated priorities such as raising RHA's profile on campus (making residents more aware of RHA's role), increasing collaboration between hall councils (since some halls can feel "fragmented" - Mowatt noted wanting to break down divisions and encourage more inter-hall activities), and ensuring that RHA effectively hears resident input (Mowatt planned more surveys). They also aimed to improve internal processes - for example, Boasiako talked about diligently managing hall budgets and ensuring each hall's finances are accounted for properly.<ref name=":0" />

== References ==
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Residence Hall Association (RHA)

2025-07-30T19:32:17Z

Tnology: Create Residence Hall Association (RHA)

Subject Media

2025-07-28T18:00:13Z

Tnology: Create Subject Media

'''Subject Media''' (often referred to simply as '''Subject''') is a student-run multimedia organization for the University at Buffalo. Launched in 2020, Subject serves as an independent, non-profit outlet that produces student-written articles, podcasts, video shows, and an online radio stream. It was founded by University at Buffalo alumni and students in the wake of the dissolution of [[Sub-Board I, Inc. (SBI)|Sub-Board I, Inc.]] - the student services organization that formerly funded campus media - with the goal of continuing hands-on media opportunities and student-run services for UB students. Subject Media operates a website (subjectmedia.org) that features campus news and culture writing, entertainment, opinion pieces, and creative content, as well as streaming audio content produced by students and recent graduates. The organization fills in a position as UB's student media hub outside of the university's traditional newspaper (''The Spectrum'') and is structured as an independent 501(c)(3) non-profit entity called '''Subject Student-Run Media, Inc.'''<ref name=":0">https://subjectmedia.org/about-us/</ref>

== Origins and Background ==
Subject Media's creation is directly tied to the 2019 shutdown of [[Sub-Board I, Inc. (SBI)]]. For decades, SBI had overseen various student-run media outlets at UB, including [[WRUB (UB Radio Station)|WRUB]] (the campus radio station) and ''Generation'' magazine. When UB administration decided to take away SBI from the students and cut its funding in 2019, those student media organizations lost their institutional support, such as forcing WRUB to cease operations as an official campus radio station. In 2020, a group of alumni - among them former WRUB station managers and editors of ''Generation'' - came together to preserve student media at UB. They formed Subject Student-Run Media, Inc. and launched the Subject platform as a modern successor to the defunct SBI media outlets. One organizer explained the motivation as "Most of us [...] got our start at WRUB and/or Generation, and feel like today's students should have the same opportunity to do hands-on writing, DJing, podcasting, etc. Plus it was a lot of fun! Still is!"<ref>https://www.reddit.com/r/UBreddit/comments/15knosx/comment/jv8zrar</ref> Subject officially went live around mid-2020, initially recruiting writers and podcasters via UB's subreddit and other channels.<ref>https://www.reddit.com/r/UBreddit/comments/15qzqlm/subject_is_looking_for_writers_editors_and/</ref>

From the outset, Subject positioned itself as UB's student-run online magazine, radio station, and podcast network - essentially an unofficial multimedia student voice since it operates independently of university administration or student government funding. The founders established the venture as a non-profit so that it could solicit donations and operate sustainably outside UB's control. According to its own site, Subject's mission is to mentor and support "''students interested in developing creative, practical, and leadership skills in 21st-century media production''," continuing the legacy of experiential learning that SBI's media outlets once provided. The organization is entirely volunteer-run - alumni and student contributors generate content without salaried staff, and funding comes from donations and small merchandise sales rather than student fees.<ref name=":0" /> In its first year, Subject received an infusion of energy from passionate alumni and quickly began publishing articles.

== Organization and Platforms ==
Subject Media functions as a multi-platform media outlet. Its core is an online publication (often referred to as ''Subject'') featuring a variety of written content. The site includes content for campus news, arts and culture, lifestyle, sports (with dedicated UB Bulls coverage), opinion columns, and creative or humorous pieces. News articles are published weekly throughout the year, such as "''What's Good''," a weekly guide to events around Buffalo and pop culture happenings.

In addition to written journalism, Subject has a strong audio and video presence. The organization runs an unofficial continuation of WRUB as an online radio stream under its umbrella. The WRUB section on Subject's site streams student-curated music shows, talk segments, and podcasts. As of 2025, Subject offers livestreaming or on-demand radio shows 24/7 via its website. It actively recruits student DJs and content creators to expand programming, inviting anyone interested in hosting a show to get involved. Subject's Podcast & Radio category features original podcasts like "''Tank Talk''," about football, and collaborative projects such as the "''Buffalo History Museum Podcast''," which covers different historical topics. On the video front, Subject produces "Good Morning Buffalo" (GMB) - an independently-run student news show. GMB started as a student club (the Digital Broadcasting Club) and works closely with subject to distribute its content, which includes video interviews, event coverage, and fun segments for UB students.<ref>https://subjectmedia.org/2024/03/19/the-digital-broadcasting-club-ubs-newest-project/</ref> Clips and episodes of GMB and other video series are featured on the website's multimedia section.

The organizational structure of Subject media consists of an Editor-in-Chief and a small editorial board of student editors, and other positions. A '''Board of Directors''' composed of alumni oversees the nonprofit and provides mentorship and continuity.<ref name=":0" /> Subject thus benefits from alumni experience while remaining student-run on a daily basis. All participants - whether writing articles, DJing, or editing - do so voluntarily. The nonprofit relies on crowdfunding and donations to cover web hosting, equipment, and other expenses.

== Content and Impact ==
Since its launch, Subject Media has published a wide array of content reflecting student interests and campus culture. In traditional news terms, it is not a breaking-news outlet (UB's independent newspaper ''The Spectrum'' fills that role), but rather focuses on creative and alternative coverage. Subject's site features student opinion essays on topics like social issues and university policies, humor pieces, and coverage of local arts and music scenes relevant to students. It also covers UB campus life - for example, articles about changes in the dining facilities or guides to interesting spots on campus (one piece highlighted "Best Smoke Spots On and Off Campus"). The tone of Subject's written pieces tends to be informal and tailored to student readers. Subject also runs reviews of local Buffalo restaurants aimed at students (promoting exploration of the city) and pop culture columns.

The continuity of WRUB radio has allowed for an impact in which UB otherwise would not have had student radio after 2019. They broadcast music shows and have even done live DJ sets or remote segments, giving students interested in broadcasting a real outlet. Subject's podcast network has produced interviews with UB faculty and local figures, enhancing the university's media landscape with content beyond print. Meanwhile, the Good Morning Buffalo video program marks the first time UB students have independently produced a recurring TV-style news show for campus.

As an independent media, Subject also occasionally wades into controversial or satirical territory more freely. It provides a training ground for student journalists, radio hosts, and media producers to experiment and build portfolios.

== Challenges ==
Operating outside of the university's official structures has presented challenges - funding and resources are limited, as Subject doesn't receive mandatory student activity fees, so a successful set of donations or merchandise sale can dictate how much equipment they can buy or whether they can cover certain events. Subject Media's independence also means it occasionally lacks the visibility of university-backed channels. Some students arrive at UB not knowing of its existence. To counter this, Subject leverages social media (such as Instagram) and r/UBreddit posts to share content. Over time, awareness has grown, especially as students recognize that ''Subject'' is the continuation of a long tradition to the Sub-Board I, Inc. student media at UB.

== References ==
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Crossroads Culinary Center (C3)

2025-07-28T16:20:26Z

Tnology: Create Crossroads Culinary Center (C3)

'''Crossroads Culinary Center''', commonly known as '''C3''', is a large residential dining hall at the University at Buffalo's [[North Campus]]. Located in the [[Ellicott Complex]], C3 serves as the primary dining facility for the Ellicott residential quads, the nearby [[Greiner Hall]], and anyone else who wishes to dine there. It opened in 2012 after a major renovation of the aging Red Jacket Dining Hall, transforming the 1970s-era cafeteria into a modern, award-winning dining center. The facility is operated by UB's [[Faculty-Student Association (Campus Dining and Shops)|Campus Dining & Shops]] and is known for its food court concept and variety of food options.

== History and Renovation ==
By the late 2000s, the original Red Jacket Quad dining hall in Ellicott had become outdated after nearly 40 years of service. In 2010, UB pursued a '''$12 million''' project to overhaul and expand the facility as part of the UB 2020 strategic plan. Construction began in May 2010 and added a 13,000 square foot extension along with 24,000 square feet of renovations to the existing hall. The revamped dining center, rebranded ''Crossroads Culinary Center (C3)'', opened on October 25th, 2012. UB hailed C3's opening as ushering in "a new era of dining" at UB and noted it was one of several state of the art, LEED-designed projects completed on campus around that time. C3 was built with numerous eco-friendly features and earned LEED Silver certification for sustainable design. Notably, the renovation replaced all old infrastructure and interior finishes and introduced a glass-walled entry lobby, a fireside lounge, and updated food-service equipment.<ref name=":0">https://www.buffalo.edu/ubreporter/archive/2012_10_25/crossroads_culinary.html</ref>

When it opened, C3 was among the most modern collegiate dining halls in the region and immediately gained recognition. It won the National Association of College & University Food Services' '''Loyal E. Horton Gold Award''' in the category of Residential Dining Concepts, a prestigious honor in campus dining.<ref name=":1">https://ubdining.com/locations/unit/C3</ref> The renovation also increased the facility's capacity, as C3 can seat over 650 customers at a time and serves more than 2,000 students per day during peak semesters. The upgrade allowed UB to handle a growing on-campus population and enhanced students' residential experience, according to university officials.<ref name=":0" />

== Design and Features ==
C3's design follows a marche-style concept, emphasizing fresh food prepared to order at multiple specialized stations in an open marketplace layout. Instead of the traditional cafeteria line, the dining center features eight distinct food stations, each with its own kitchen and serving area visible to patrons. These stations include ''Oreganos'' (Italian pasta), ''Blue Dragon'' (Asian wok cuisine), ''Global Noodle'' (pho and rotating international soups or bowls), ''Seasons'' (salad bar), ''Strictly Vegetarian'' (meatless and vegan entrees), ''Baked Creations'' (fresh pizzas and baked sandwiches), ''Carve'' (rotisserie and grilled meats), ''Foundations 1846'' (comfort foods), and ''Temptations'' (desserts). Each station offers a menu that changes daily, providing a wide variety of options - recipes are prepared in small batches with many ingredients sourced locally as part of UB's sustainability initiatives.<ref name=":1" />

The dining hall's interior is divided into multiple seating areas rather than one large hall. Architectural elements, lighting, furniture, and decor differ around each station to give students a different feeling for each location. A two-sided fireplace lounge sits at the center, providing a cozy social area for students to gather and study. C3 was designed by Kideney Architects to echo the bold geometric forms of the surrounding Ellicott Complex, while introducing contemporary materials and glass to invite natural light.<ref>https://kideney.com/projects/education-colleges-universities/crossroads-culinary-center/</ref>

In terms of operations, Crossroads Culinary Center is open to all students (and even the public) and functions on the university meal plan system, including continuous service on weekends. It is staffed by professional chefs and UB dining personnel. The facility's modernization included improvements in waste management and energy efficiency consistent with its LEED Silver Status.<ref name=":0" />

== Reception and Student Experience ==
Upon its debut, C3 was praised for vastly improving campus dining quality. [[Faculty-Student Association (Campus Dining and Shops)|UB Campus Dining and Shops]] touted it as award winning dining that put UB "at the forefront of the collegiate dining experience."<ref name=":0" /> The extensive menu choices - ranging from custom pasta and stir-fries to vegetarian specials and international cuisine - not to mention their fish fry, pizza, and soup - have made C3 a popular dining destination for students. A student reviewer in ''The Spectrum'' campus newspaper described C3 as "''a favorite food spot for many meal-plan-holders and campus visitors''," and noted the value of its all-you-can-eat buffet for just one meal swipe.<ref>https://www.ubspectrum.com/article/2024/04/ub-c3-review-crossroads-culinary-center</ref>

However, student opinions have noted some downsides. During the initial weeks of each semester, C3 often showcases its best offerings to welcome students, but some have claimed that the menu can become repetitive or "back to their old days" later in the term.<ref>https://www.reddit.com/r/UBreddit/comments/1fgqlft/c3_food/</ref> Lines can be long during peak hours for the most popular foods due to their popularity, and seating - while ample - sometimes fills up, especially when the dining hall staff closes the upper platform in the back of the dining hall, and students can sometimes find difficulty in finding a clean table when patrons don't wipe off their mess after they're done eating. Overall, however, C3 is regarded as the flagship dining hall at UB.

UB Campus Living

2025-07-25T20:35:08Z

Tnology: Create UB Campus Living

'''UB Campus Living''' is the division of the University at Buffalo (UB) that manages on-campus student housing, including all residence halls and apartment complexes at the university between [[North Campus]] and [[South Campus]]. As UB's official housing and residential life department, Campus Living provides accommodation and residential services for approximately 7,500 students who live on campus.<ref name=":0">https://www.ubspectrum.com/article/2024/03/rha-election-results</ref> It oversees both the traditional undergraduate residence halls and the university-operated apartment villages, striving to create a safe and supportive living-learning environment for students. Campus Living is an auxiliary, self-supporting unit of UB - like other SUNY residence hall programs, it operates on student housing fees and covers its own expenses (including maintenance and debt service) without direct state funding.<ref name=":1">https://www.dasny.org/sites/default/files/2020/board/Preliminary%20Official%20Statement%20-DASNY%20SUNY%20Dorms%202020A.pdf</ref>

The department is part of UB's Division of Student Life, and its structure includes '''Residential Life''' (focused on student development and residence hall community) and '''Housing Operations''' (focused on facilities, assignments and services). Senior leadership of Campus Living consists of directors for housing operations and residential life - for example, as of July 2025, Gary Thompson served as Director of Housing Operations, and Dr. Brian Haggerty, PhD, as Director of Residential Life.<ref>https://www.buffalo.edu/campusliving/about-us/staff-directory.html</ref> The unit employs professional staff such as live-in Residence Hall Directors and Apartment Directors for each residence, as well as paraprofessional student staff (such as Resident Advisors and Community Assistants) who assist in managing the residential communities.

== History and Development ==
UB did not always have on-campus housing - for over a century after the university's founding in 1846, students largely lived off campus. The first on-campus dormitories opened in 1953, when three residence halls - Schoellkopf, MacDonald, and Cooke Hall (later renamed Pritchard Hall) - were built on the South Campus. This marked the beginning of residential life at UB. In the 1950s, campus living was strictly regulated - men and women lived in separate halls, with rules such as nightly curfews, mandatory dorm meetings, dress codes (such as forbidding jeans on Sundays), and even limits on snacks (one handbook allowed only "candy and cigarettes" in the lounge).<ref name=":2">https://www.buffalo.edu/ubnow/stories/2023/11/residential-life.html</ref> Despite the strict rules, these early dorms were seen as an experiment in community living that successfully fostered campus unity and school spirit.

UB's residential capacity expanded significantly in the late 1960s and early 1970s alongside the development of the new North Campus in Amherst, New York. By the early 1970s, the university had opened multiple residence halls on the North Campus while continuing housing on the South Campus. The North Campus included the creation of the sprawling [[Ellicott Complex]] (a unique "mega-dorm" comprising of six linked quadrangles of residence hall buildings, opened in the 1970s) and the [[Governors Complex]] of dorms. With these additions, UB evolved into a two-campus university with student housing on both. The Ellicott Complex, in particular, became one of UB's largest living areas.

Over the decades, UB continued to add and update housing - in 1960, Goodyear Hall was completed, and in 1964, Clement Hall was completed. In the late 1990s and early 2000s, townhouse-style and apartment-style options emerged, including the introduction of apartment-style living spaces such as Hadley Village, South Lake Village, and Flint Village, providing students with more independent on-campus housing alternatives. In 2011, UB opened William R. Greiner Hall, a state-of-the-art sophomore residence hall on North Campus featuring suite-style dorms and additional amenities not present in other residence halls. Uniquely, the apartment-style living units (all apartment villages) and Greiner Hall are [[UB Foundation Housing|owned by the UB Foundation]], not the University at Buffalo itself.

In the late 2010s to early 2020s, Campus Living undertook major renovations and realignments of its housing stock. For example, MacDonald, Pritchard (formerly Cooke), and Schoellkopf Halls were demolished in 2018.<ref>https://research.lib.buffalo.edu/campus-planning-construction/timelines</ref> Notably, UB temporarily closed its two remaining traditional dormitories on the South Campus - Clement Hall and Goodyear Hall - for the 2022-2023 academic year to carry out extensive renovations. With these renovations complete, UB once again houses students on the South campus. Additionally, "The Landing" was also added to the Ellicott Complex to add a more welcoming front entrance.<ref>https://www.ubspectrum.com/article/2023/09/ellicott-complex-renovations</ref>

== Housing System and Facilities ==
Today, UB Campus Living manages a mix of traditional dormitory-style halls and apartment complexes across the North and South Campuses. On the North Campus (Amherst), major residence facilities include the '''Ellicott Complex''', the '''Governors Complex''', and '''Greiner Hall''' (owned by the UB Foundation). North Campus is also home to several apartment villages - '''Flint Village''', '''South Lake Village''', '''Hadley Village''', and '''Creekside Village''' (all also owned by the UB Foundation). An additional graduate/family housing community, '''Flickinger Court Apartments''', is located just off North Campus - it offers two-bedroom apartments and permits non-student family members to live with students.<ref>https://www.buffalo.edu/campusliving/find-your-home/special-living-accommodations/family-housing.html</ref> On the South Campus (Main Street, Buffalo), Campus Living operates two traditional residence halls - '''Clement''' and '''Goodyear''' - which primarily house first-year students in corridor-style arrangements. Each residence hall or apartment complex has its own staff and council, and in total, there are roughly 17 distinct residence halls and apartment complexes under Campus Living's view, each contributing representatives to the [[Residence Hall Association (RHA)|Residence Hall Association]] (the student governing body for campus residents).<ref name=":0" />

All UB on-campus housing is fully furnished and utilities (electricity, heat, water, internet) are included in the room license fee. Most traditional dorms have shared double or triple rooms, with communal bathrooms, lounges, study spaces, and other amenities available. Apartment units typically have private bedrooms with private apartment kitchens (one kitchen per apartment), bathrooms, and living areas. A few specialized living options exist - for example, Governors Complex and Ellicott Complex house several '''Living-Learning Communities (LLCs)''' such as Leadership House, where students with common interests (like leadership development, honors, etc) live together and participate in specialized programs.

Campus Living also provides housing accommodations such as break housing for students who need to stay during breaks. Room and board rates at UB vary by hall/room type - for example, in 2025-2026 a standard Ellicott double dorm costs about $10,073.28 per academic year (about 8 months)<ref>https://www.buffalo.edu/campusliving/find-your-home/where-can-i-live/residence-halls/ellicott-complex.html</ref>, not including board/meals (first-year students living on campus are required to get the Flex 14 or Flex 19 meal plan, which will cost at least an additional $7,500 - so room and board would be $17,500+ in this case).<ref>https://myubcard.com/content/mealplans</ref> Campus Living's operations are financially self-sustaining - student rents fund the maintenance, staffing, and debt payments for facilities. The SUNY Dormitory Authority issues bonds to finance major construction/renovation projects for residence halls, which UB repays using housing revenue, as the Residence Hall program receives no taxpayer support.<ref name=":1" />

== Housing Master Plan and Recent Initiatives ==
In 2017, the University at Buffalo initiated a comprehensive '''Housing Master Plan''' to guide the evolution of campus residences over the subsequent decade. The master plan, developed with consultants (including planning firm Sasaki Associates), assessed UB's existing housing stock and envisioned future improvements and expansions to better meet student needs. A key goal of the plan is to provide a "unique and memorable living experience" in an efficient manner. The plan's recommendations included adding significant new housing capacity on the North Campus (on the order of 3,380 new student beds while retiring or renovating aging facilities). One concept is to transform an open tract of land near the academic core (dubbed "Parcel B") into a vibrant mixed-use residential district featuring modern housing integrated with academic and innovation spaces. At the same time, the plan calls for the strategic renewal of the Ellicott Complex, reorienting the 1970s-era complex to create community "heart" spaces in each quad and generally modernize the facilities. Upgrades such as adding interior social/study spaces and improving wayfinding are meant to reinforce Ellicott's original vision as a self-contained residential village, while addressing its design challenges. The master plan also mentions achieving LEED Gold certification and "an open space network of pedestrian-scaled streets, plaza, and green spaces" across the site of 235 acres.<ref name=":3">https://www.scup.org/award-winner/university-at-buffalo-university-at-buffalo-housing-master-plan-north-campus/</ref>
[[File:Artist's rendering of "The Landing at Ellicott," a new welcoming entrance and student lounge being added to Ellicott Complex, the largest dormitory complex on UB's North Campus.png|alt=Artist's rendering of "The Landing at Ellicott," a new welcoming entrance and student lounge being added to Ellicott Complex, the largest dormitory complex on UB's North Campus|thumb|Artist's rendering of "The Landing at Ellicott," a new welcoming entrance and student lounge being added to Ellicott Complex, the largest dormitory complex on UB's North Campus]]
Steps from the housing master plan have already been realized. The "Landing at Ellicott" project, launched in 2023, is the first major renovation under the plan. This '''$21 million''' project redesigned the entrance of the Ellicott Complex's Fargo Quad to serve as a welcoming "front door" and community space for the entire Ellicott residence hall complex. Administrators moved forward with this project after years of student and staff feedback about Ellicott's confusing layout and lack of a clear entry point, especially problematic in harsh Buffalo winters. Brian Haggerty, UB's Interim Director of Housing Operations, explained that the goal is to create a warm, inviting lobby - akin to a "living room" - where incoming students, families, and visitors can easily orient themselves. The Landing at Ellicott includes new indoor social/study lounges, a centralized welcome center, improved doorways and signage, and exterior plaza improvements to make the Fargo Quad a true gateway. Demolition and construction began in Summer 2023, and the new entrance was on track for completion by Fall 2024.<ref>https://www.ubspectrum.com/article/2023/09/ellicott-complex-renovations</ref>

Recent years also saw substantial renovations to aging South Campus dormitories. In 2022-2023 Clement and Goodyear Halls were closed for upgrades and then reopened, providing modernized facilities for first-year students. These projects addressed issues in the older buildings and allowed UB to continue offering housing on the historic South Campus, which had temporarily ceased during the renovation period.<ref name=":2" />

== Paraprofessionals and Advocacy Issues ==
Campus Living not only provides buildings and services, but also oversees the residential community experience - which relies heavily on student resident staff known as paraprofessionals (also known as "parapros"). Paraprofessional staff at UB include Resident Advisors (RAs) in the dorms, Community Assistants (CAs) in on-campus apartments, and Academic Assistants (AAs) who support living-learning communities. These students live in the residences and act as peer mentors, community builders, and first responders for issues ranging from roommate conflicts to emergency situations. UB's paraprofessionals are expected to be on duty regularly (often overnight shifts), hold floor meetings and educational programs, and be available to help residents about 10 hours per week, all while maintaining their own course loads. In exchange, RAs/CAs receive compensation primarily in the form of free on-campus housing (a single room in a dorm or a single bedroom apartment) and partial coverage of a meal plan, plus a modest stipend each semester. For example, during the 2022-2023 academic year, received a stipend of about $560 per semester (with slightly higher stipends for those with multiple years of service).<ref name=":4">https://www.ubspectrum.com/article/2023/09/ub-paraprofessionals-letter</ref>

In Fall 2023, UB's Campus Living faced public criticism from an anonymous coalition of its paraprofessional staff due to labor and safety concerns. A group of RAs and CAs calling themselves "enFOCUS" wrote an open letter to university administrators alleging that UB's policies were putting "lives at risk" and exploiting paraprofessionals. The letter, which was published in The Spectrum (UB's student newspaper) and posted on Reddit, enumerated several grievances. It criticized Campus Living for inadequate compensation, noting that when factoring in all hours worked, the stipend plus room/board amounted to an effective wage of only about $3.61 per hour. It also condemned the cutting of meal plan benefits (the included RA meal swipes had been halved each year for three years straight, according to the letter). The paraprofessionals further cited safety issues, such as being required to remain on duty during the historic blizzard of December 2022, which they claimed endangered staff, and not being provided with Narcan (an essential kit for opioid overdoses) despite dealing with medical emergencies. Another issue was the premature opening of South Campus dorms after renovation, which the letter said forced RAs into buildings that were not fully ready.<ref name=":4" />

The enFOCUS letter caused a response. It was sent to top administrators including the UB President and Vice President for Student Life, and within days signs appeared around campus stating "Where is our contract, Campus Living?" and even the university's iconic bull statue was painted with the message "Parapros have had enough!!!" University officials acknowledged the issues - UB's Dean of Students and other Student Life staff scheduled open forums with the RAs/CAs to hear their concerns. In a gesture of goodwill, [[Faculty-Student Association (Campus Dining and Shops)|Campus Dining and Shops]] offered one evening of free meals to paraprofessional staff at certain dining halls - a small concession that had not occurred in prior semesters. Administrators praised the hard work of RAs and CAs and expressed "appreciation" for their balancing of academics and job duties, but concrete commitments were limited. As of late 2023, UB stated it had begun "discussing and addressing" the concerns, but the paraprofessionals did not have a labor contract or union recognition (nor had any formal union petition been filed).<ref name=":4" />

== Residential Life Programs and Student Experience ==
Beyond housing, Campus Living encompasses residential life programs intended to foster student growth, academic success, and a sense of community. Each residence hall floor or apartment community has RAs who organize educational programs, social events, and peer support. Campus Living collaborates with other campus services to provide on-site academic tutoring, faculty-in-residence mentorship, and living-learning communities that integrate classroom and residential experiences. For example, first-year students can opt into themed housing like the Leadership House or STEM communities, where programming is tailored to those interests. According to the Residential Life interim director Meegan Hunt, on-campus living can boost student success by connecting students to resources (academic advising, counseling, etc) more readily, and by providing informal support networks that help students persist to graduation. Campus Living staff emphasize safety and personal development, with a priority of ensuring students are safe and supported, after which they encourage participation in community events that range from small hall gatherings (like study groups or movie nights) to larger traditions.<ref name=":2" />

A signature of UB's residential life is the active role of the [[Residence Hall Association (RHA)]]. RHA is the student governing body representing all on-campus residents, and it works closely with Campus Living to advocate for students' needs and to host engagement programs. RHA's motto, "making resdients into leaders and halls into homes," encapsulates the organization's dual role in leadership development and community-building. With delegates from each hall and village council, RHA communicates student concerns (such as dining hours, facilities issues, etc) to Campus Living administrators and often collaborates on solutions. The association also throws popular events such as game nights, holiday celebrations, "Not Your Grandma's Bingo," costume night, and more that enliven campus life. In 2020, UB's RHA was recognized nationally when the university was named "School of the Year" by the National Association of College and University Residence Halls (NACURH).<ref>https://www.buffalo.edu/campusliving/for-current-students/get-involved/residence-hall-association.html</ref> This honor - the highest award in the nation for residence hall programming and leadership - reflected UB RHA's excellence in student advocacy and activities. Campus Living supports RHA by providing it with an operating budget (funded by hall fees) and stipends for its student executive board, who receive compensation covering most of their housing costs as an incentive for their service.<ref name=":0" />

== References ==
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File:Artist's rendering of "The Landing at Ellicott," a new welcoming entrance and student lounge being added to Ellicott Complex, the largest dormitory complex on UB's North Campus.png

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Artist's rendering of "The Landing at Ellicott," a new welcoming entrance and student lounge being added to Ellicott Complex, the largest dormitory complex on UB's North Campus

Oscar A. Silverman Library

2025-07-23T12:40:05Z

Tnology: Create Oscar A. Silverman Library

The '''Oscar A. Silverman Library''' is a major library located on the third floor of [[Capen Hall]] at UB's [[North Campus]]. Commonly referred to as Silverman Library, it serves as a central study and learning hub for UB students and is the university's only library open 24 hours a day during the fall and spring semesters. The library is named in honor of Dr. Oscar Ansell Silverman (1900-1972), a renowned UB professor of English who also served as the Director of University Libraries from 1960 to 1968.<ref name=":0">https://library.buffalo.edu/libraries-collections/silverman/about.html</ref> Silverman Library offers a variety of study spaces, technology and services geared towards students. It is designed as a modern, collaborative learning environment at the heart of UB's academic spine.

== History ==
Oscar A. Silverman Library is named for Dr. Oscar A. Silverman, a distinguished scholar of modern literature and a notable figure in the growth of UB's library system. Dr. Silverman joined UB's faculty in 1926 as an English professor and later chaired the English department (from 1956 to 1963). As library director (1960 to 1968), he oversaw a period of dramatic expansion, in which the university's collections grew from about 350,000 volumes to over 1 million volumes under his leadership. Silverman was instrumental in acquiring notable rare book and poetry collections for UB, including works by Robert Graves and James Joyce (Silverman himself was a noted James Joyce scholar). His legacy as "a giant in the development of the University at Buffalo Libraries" is commemorated by naming the library in his honor.<ref name=":0" /> The Silverman Library originally occupied multiple floors of Capen Hall when the North Campus was developed in the 1970s, but now only occupies the 3rd floor and part of the 2nd floor.

== Renovation and Features ==
In 2014, UB began an extensive renovation of Silverman Library as part of the university's "Heart of the Campus" initiative to modernize student spaces. The library was completely redesigned over two years at a cost of $7.2 million, transforming 45,000 square feet into a new space with additional amenities. The renovated Silverman Library officially reopened on August 24th, 2016, with a grand opening attended by UB's President and others.<ref name=":1">https://www.buffalo.edu/president/vision/in_the_news.host.html/content/shared/university/news/news-center-releases/2016/08/029.detail.html</ref>

One of the features introduced in the renovation include 17 group study rooms equipped with flat-panel displays to collaborate digitally, as well as two flexible classrooms that allow faculty to experiment to teach in-library. A grand reading room (known as Silverman Silent Study) is a spacious, oak-paneled room that incorporates archival photos of UB's history and provides a silent reading space for about 80 UB students. Over 100 public computers were added, as well as dedicated media recording studios, allowing students to create and edit video or audio projects on-site. A new cafe called "Whispers at Capen" opened on the third floor, serving Starbucks-style coffee and snacks, and is overseen by UB's [[Faculty-Student Association (Campus Dining and Shops)|Campus Dining and Shops]]. In total, the third floor accommodates around 880 people, with a mix of open tables, carrels, soft seating, and other areas for group work. 1,000+ electrical outlets were installed (many with USB ports built in) to meet the device charging needs of students.<ref name=":1" />

== Services and Usage ==
Silverman Library is one of the most heavily used facilities at UB, attracting nearly 1.3 million visits each year (as of its reopening in 2016). <ref name=":1" /> Students utilize the space for individual study, group project work, tutoring sessions, and accessing technology. The library staff provide information services and help at an active Library Services Desk located centrally on the third floor. Silverman Library is designed to support collaborative learning, as its floor plan allows students to learn in different areas of the library, not just in traditional carrels or stacks. Glass walls and bright lighting are present throughout the day and night.

== References ==
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Flint Village

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[[File:Flint-village aerial-view.jpg|alt=Aerial View of Flint Village|thumb|Aerial View of Flint Village]]

Flint Village is a set of on-campus student apartments at the University at Buffalo located on [[North Campus]]. Finished in 2001, it was the fourth apartment-style housing project built as part of UB's expansion of on-campus housing in the late 1990s to early 2000s. Flint Village consists of nine residential buildings (6 two-story and 3 three-story structures) containing 236 furnished apartments with a total of 536 beds.<ref>https://www.buffalo.edu/administrative-services/managing-facilities/planning-designing-and-construction/building-profiles/profile-host-page.host.html/content/shared/university/page-content/facilities/flint.detail.html</ref><ref name=":1">https://www.buffalo.edu/news/releases/2001/08/5293.html</ref> The apartments include one bedroom, two bedroom, and four bedroom units, and primarily consist of upper-division undergraduates as well as graduate and professional students (with two of its buildings initially reserved for law students when it first opened).<ref name=":1" /> Flint Village is not owned by UB; rather, it is [[UB Foundation Housing|owned by the UB Foundation]] and operated by UB Campus Living.

== History and Development ==
Flint Village was dedicated on August 17th, 2001, with UB President William R. Greiner presiding over its opening ceremony. The project cost $22.65 million to construct, funded through the UB Foundation and UB Alumni Association without state taxpayer money. It was developed by American Campus Communities with design by the Buffalo-based architecture firm Lauer-Manguso Associates and built by ADF Construction.<ref name=":1" /> Flint Village followed three other new apartment complexes (Flickinger Court in 1998, Hadley Village in 1999, and South Lake Village in 2000), as part of UB's plan to increase on-campus housing capacity from the late 1990s onward. With Flint's opening, UB's North Campus residential population grew to over 5,500 students, up from 3,800 five years earlier.<ref name=":0">https://www.ubspectrum.com/article/2001/08/flint-village-opens-its-doors-to-536-students</ref>

Flint Village's design is considered to be community-oriented. Unlike Hadley Village's separate townhouse-style buildings, Flint's apartments are connected by interior corridors and a common lounge, to foster interaction and engagement between students. Each building includes communal laundry facilities and shared entrances, features intended to create a "community within a community" for residents. UB President Greiner praised Flint Village's brick architecture and prominent location at the campus entrance for signaling that "students both live and work" on campus.<ref name=":0" />

== Facilities and Living Arrangements ==
Flint Village offers one-bedroom (one bathroom), two-bedroom (one or two bathrooms), and four bedroom (two bathrooms) furnished apartments, all with kitchens and living rooms. Depending on layouts, students either have a private bathroom or share a bathroom with the equivalent to one roommate. Apartments are air-conditioned down to 68F and include standard furniture and appliances, such as full-sized beds, a desk for each bedroom, a sofa, a microwave, and an oven and stovetop. Flint Village's community building (300 Flint Village) features a lounge and the front desk, which is where packages and mail are picked up.

The residential buildings have at least one laundry room (with two washers and two dryers), and for buildings with multiple laundry rooms (such as 308 Flint Village, which houses two-bedroom apartments), residents may use another laundry room to reduce wait times (although this is not the case for buildings with one laundry room, such as 309 Flint Village, which houses one-bedroom apartments). The apartments are fully wired for internet and cable TV, and the cost of rent includes all utilities with the exception of Cable TV, which the University at Buffalo discontinued for on-campus housing, meaning it is no longer an option.<ref>https://www.reddit.com/r/UBreddit/comments/1i9z7dy/fun_fact_ub_used_to_have_cable_tv/</ref>

== Furniture Dimensions ==
=== 1 Bed / 1 Bath ===
The following information is provided by Reddit user u/T_nology on the r/UBreddit subreddit:

'''Flint Village Couch Dimensions''':

Across the Bottom Cushions From Left to Right: Approximately ≈66 inches +/- 2 inches

From Outer Left Arm to Outer Right Arm: Approximately ≈ 80 inches +/- 1 inch

Across Top / Back: Approximately ≈ 75 inches +/- 3 inches

'''Flint Village Bed Dimensions / Mattress Dimensions''':

Length (Long Side): 75" (75 inches)

Width (Across): 52" (52 inches)

'''Flint Village Bedroom Desk Dimensions''':

The desk has a unique shape. However, to roughly describe it:

For the front part (before "inner" part): Roughly 39 inches across

For the "inner" part: Around 36 inches across

Height between the surface of the "inner" part and the top shelf: Around 17.5 to 18 inches, this is important to note if you want to use a monitor on the desk in your Flint Village apartment

Width of the top shelf (above the "inner" part): Approximately 35 to 36 inches

'''Flint Village Living Room Chair Dimensions''':

Across the Bottom Cushion From Left to Right: Approximately 21 inches

From Outer Left Arm to Outer Right Arm: Approximately 37 inches +/- 1 inch

Across the Top Back: Approximately 30 inches +/- 1 inch

From Front to Back of Bottom Cushion: Approximately 20 inches +/- 2 inches

'''Flint Village Left Counter Dimensions''':

''This is for the part of the counter before the kitchen sink, which is narrower.''

From Left to Right: 17.5 inches

From Front to Back: 22.5 inches flat surface, 23.5 inches including curve

'''Flint Village Right Counter Dimensions''':

''This is for the part of the counter after the kitchen sink, which is wider.''

From Left to Right: Approximately 29 inches +/- 1 inch

From Front to Back: Approximately 22.5 inches flat surface +/- 1 inch, Approximately 23.5 inches including curve +/- 1 inch

'''Flint Village Kitchen Sink Dimensions''':

''These are for the inner kitchen sink dimensions, meaning the inner part of the sink - in other terms, how much capacity the sink has in terms of volume''.

Length (Left to Right): 21 inches

Width (Front to Back): 15 inches

Height (Top to Bottom): 5 inches

The above information was provided by a post titled "Flint Village Measurements" posted on Thursday, May 18th, 2025 at 9:54 PM EDT.<ref>https://www.reddit.com/r/UBreddit/comments/1kq0bdi/flint_village_measurements/</ref>

== References ==
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Flint Village

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Tnology: Update Flint Village

[[index.php?title=File:Flint-village_aerial-view.jpg|link=https://ubuffalo.wiki/File:Flint-village_aerial-view.jpg|alt=An aerial view of Flint Village|thumb|An aerial view of Flint Village]]
Flint Village is a set of on-campus student apartments at the University at Buffalo located on [[North Campus]]. Finished in 2001, it was the fourth apartment-style housing project built as part of UB's expansion of on-campus housing in the late 1990s to early 2000s. Flint Village consists of nine residential buildings (6 two-story and 3 three-story structures) containing 236 furnished apartments with a total of 536 beds.<ref>https://www.buffalo.edu/administrative-services/managing-facilities/planning-designing-and-construction/building-profiles/profile-host-page.host.html/content/shared/university/page-content/facilities/flint.detail.html</ref><ref name=":1">https://www.buffalo.edu/news/releases/2001/08/5293.html</ref> The apartments include one bedroom, two bedroom, and four bedroom units, and primarily consist of upper-division undergraduates as well as graduate and professional students (with two of its buildings initially reserved for law students when it first opened).<ref name=":1" /> Flint Village is not owned by UB; rather, it is [[UB Foundation Housing|owned by the UB Foundation]] and operated by UB Campus Living.

== History and Development ==
Flint Village was dedicated on August 17th, 2001, with UB President William R. Greiner presiding over its opening ceremony. The project cost $22.65 million to construct, funded through the UB Foundation and UB Alumni Association without state taxpayer money. It was developed by American Campus Communities with design by the Buffalo-based architecture firm Lauer-Manguso Associates and built by ADF Construction.<ref name=":1" /> Flint Village followed three other new apartment complexes (Flickinger Court in 1998, Hadley Village in 1999, and South Lake Village in 2000), as part of UB's plan to increase on-campus housing capacity from the late 1990s onward. With Flint's opening, UB's North Campus residential population grew to over 5,500 students, up from 3,800 five years earlier.<ref name=":0">https://www.ubspectrum.com/article/2001/08/flint-village-opens-its-doors-to-536-students</ref>

Flint Village's design is considered to be community-oriented. Unlike Hadley Village's separate townhouse-style buildings, Flint's apartments are connected by interior corridors and a common lounge, to foster interaction and engagement between students. Each building includes communal laundry facilities and shared entrances, features intended to create a "community within a community" for residents. UB President Greiner praised Flint Village's brick architecture and prominent location at the campus entrance for signaling that "students both live and work" on campus.<ref name=":0" />

== Facilities and Living Arrangements ==
Flint Village offers one-bedroom (one bathroom), two-bedroom (one or two bathrooms), and four bedroom (two bathrooms) furnished apartments, all with kitchens and living rooms. Depending on layouts, students either have a private bathroom or share a bathroom with the equivalent to one roommate. Apartments are air-conditioned down to 68F and include standard furniture and appliances, such as full-sized beds, a desk for each bedroom, a sofa, a microwave, and an oven and stovetop. Flint Village's community building (300 Flint Village) features a lounge and the front desk, which is where packages and mail are picked up.

The residential buildings have at least one laundry room (with two washers and two dryers), and for buildings with multiple laundry rooms (such as 308 Flint Village, which houses two-bedroom apartments), residents may use another laundry room to reduce wait times (although this is not the case for buildings with one laundry room, such as 309 Flint Village, which houses one-bedroom apartments). The apartments are fully wired for internet and cable TV, and the cost of rent includes all utilities with the exception of Cable TV, which the University at Buffalo discontinued for on-campus housing, meaning it is no longer an option.<ref>https://www.reddit.com/r/UBreddit/comments/1i9z7dy/fun_fact_ub_used_to_have_cable_tv/</ref>

== Furniture Dimensions ==
=== 1 Bed / 1 Bath ===
The following information is provided by Reddit user u/T_nology on the r/UBreddit subreddit:

'''Flint Village Couch Dimensions''':

Across the Bottom Cushions From Left to Right: Approximately ≈66 inches +/- 2 inches

From Outer Left Arm to Outer Right Arm: Approximately ≈ 80 inches +/- 1 inch

Across Top / Back: Approximately ≈ 75 inches +/- 3 inches

'''Flint Village Bed Dimensions / Mattress Dimensions''':

Length (Long Side): 75" (75 inches)

Width (Across): 52" (52 inches)

'''Flint Village Bedroom Desk Dimensions''':

The desk has a unique shape. However, to roughly describe it:

For the front part (before "inner" part): Roughly 39 inches across

For the "inner" part: Around 36 inches across

Height between the surface of the "inner" part and the top shelf: Around 17.5 to 18 inches, this is important to note if you want to use a monitor on the desk in your Flint Village apartment

Width of the top shelf (above the "inner" part): Approximately 35 to 36 inches

'''Flint Village Living Room Chair Dimensions''':

Across the Bottom Cushion From Left to Right: Approximately 21 inches

From Outer Left Arm to Outer Right Arm: Approximately 37 inches +/- 1 inch

Across the Top Back: Approximately 30 inches +/- 1 inch

From Front to Back of Bottom Cushion: Approximately 20 inches +/- 2 inches

'''Flint Village Left Counter Dimensions''':

''This is for the part of the counter before the kitchen sink, which is narrower.''

From Left to Right: 17.5 inches

From Front to Back: 22.5 inches flat surface, 23.5 inches including curve

'''Flint Village Right Counter Dimensions''':

''This is for the part of the counter after the kitchen sink, which is wider.''

From Left to Right: Approximately 29 inches +/- 1 inch

From Front to Back: Approximately 22.5 inches flat surface +/- 1 inch, Approximately 23.5 inches including curve +/- 1 inch

'''Flint Village Kitchen Sink Dimensions''':

''These are for the inner kitchen sink dimensions, meaning the inner part of the sink - in other terms, how much capacity the sink has in terms of volume''.

Length (Left to Right): 21 inches

Width (Front to Back): 15 inches

Height (Top to Bottom): 5 inches

The above information was provided by a post titled "Flint Village Measurements" posted on Thursday, May 18th, 2025 at 9:54 PM EDT.<ref>https://www.reddit.com/r/UBreddit/comments/1kq0bdi/flint_village_measurements/</ref>

== References ==
<references />

Capen Hall

2025-07-16T16:00:39Z

Tnology: Create Capen Hall

'''Samuel P. Capen Hall''' is a prominent academic and administrative building on [[North Campus]] known as the home of Silverman Library and various student services. Capen Hall was originally on [[South Campus]] in the building since renamed to Farber Hall, but was moved to the current North Campus building in the 1970s. Capen Hall was named in honor of Samuel P. Capen (1878-1956), the 7th Chancellor of the University at Buffalo, who was celebrated as the "architect of UB" for his role in transforming the university in the 1920s to 1930s.<ref name=":0">https://library2.buffalo.edu/archives/campuses/detail.html?ID=21</ref>

Today, Capen Hall is a multifunction building along the Academic Spine that includes the Oscar A. Silverman Library, the [[One World Cafe]] atrium, the 1Capen student services center, and offices such as Accessibility Resources and the [[UB Honors College|Honors College]] (including both classrooms and the Don Schack Lounge).

== History and Architecture ==
A different building on South Campus was originally named Capen Hall from 1953 to 1977, until the name was re-designated to the new building and the old one was renamed to Farber Hall, which is the current name today.<ref name=":0" /> The current Capen Hall on North Campus was constructed as part of UB's new North Campus development in the early 1970s. It officially opened in 1977, and allowed for the relocation of many university functions from the South Campus Farber Hall (the previous Capen Hall) in Buffalo to the new campus. Construction of the building completed in the same year as Norton Hall, Talbert Hall, Furnas Hall, Cooke Hall, Hochstetter Hall, and Lockwood Library.<ref>https://research.lib.buffalo.edu/campus-planning-construction/timelines#s-lg-box-wrapper-27116708</ref> Capen Hall's architectural style includes rectilinear forms, brown brick, and Founders Plaza at its front.

Capen Hall was designed to accommodate both academic and administrative needs. It initially housed extensive library space as well as offices for top university officials. Over time, Capen's upper floors became known for administrative departments, such as the Office of the President (Suite 501 Capen) and the offices of the Provost and other Vice Presidents.<ref>https://www.buffalo.edu/president/contact.html</ref> A unique feature of Capen's original design was a large open atrium in the center of the building which served as the main reading room of the library, surrounded by book stacks and study carrels.

== Renovations and the Heart of the Campus ==
In the mid 2010s, UB undertook a major renovation of Capen Hall as part of the ''Heart of the Campus'' project. The goal was to create a more student-friendly environment by clustering student services and study spaces in Capen, the figurative "heart" of the academic spine. The first phase of this was the renovation of Silverman Library on Capen's second and third floors. Completed in 2016, the $7.2 million project completely transformed 45,000 square feet of library space. The revamped Oscar A. Silverman Library features several amenities, including group study rooms with glass walls (although these can be seen through from the outside) and their own displays, open zones for collaboration and group work, video recording studios, and Whispers Cafe.<ref name=":1">https://www.buffalo.edu/news/releases/2016/08/029.html</ref> It introduced a Silent Study space as a grand reading room with warm wood finishes to provide a quiet, traditional study area along with the other areas. Silverman Library became UB's 24-hour library space, allowing for around-the-clock access for students and enabling collaboration and innovation. The renovation achieved the LEED Silver certification for its sustainable design.<ref>https://www.buffalo.edu/ubnow/stories/2019/06/silverman-leed-silver.html</ref>

UB also consolidated student services into Capen Hall's ground floor under the concept of 1Capen. The 1Capen One-Stop center, opened in 2018, brings together the Registrar, Financial Aid, Student Accounts, and Parking and Transportation offices into a single, modernized location. Architectural upgrades created a welcoming entryway and intuitive signage to help students navigate services. The design emphasized open counters, waiting areas, and clear circulation for the layout. A new reception called the Buffalo Room was also built as an event space for the university administration within the ground floor of Capen.<ref>https://www.archres.com/project/1-capen-one-stop-shop/</ref>

The most visible addition to Capen Hall is One World Cafe. The three-story glass-walled structure was constructed in the formerly open courtyard area between Capen Hall and Norton Hall, and it provides approximately 55,000 square feet of new space dedicated to international dining and student gathering. It features globally themed food stations and ample seating on multiple levels. Due to its central location bridging Capen, Norton, and Founders Plaza, the cafe has become a popular spot for students to study, relax, and socialize in addition to eating. This project was a major step taken by [[Faculty-Student Association (Campus Dining and Shops)|Campus Dining & Shops]] and was in planning and construction for about three years, from 2019 to 2022, and opened in several phases. ''Read More'': [[One World Cafe]]

== Current Use ==
Some important units in Capen include Silverman Library (occupying the 3rd floor and parts of the 2nd), the Honors College (Honors classrooms and the Don Schack lounge), Accessibility Resources (located on the ground floor), and the Tutoring and Academic Support Services (TASS), which provides tutoring and academic skills workshops to students.

On the administrative side, Capen Hall houses the Office of the President (Suite 501, 5th floor) and other senior administrative offices, making it effectively UB's main administration building. The Provost's Office, Division of Academic Affairs, and some portions of central Student Life administration are also headquartered in Capen.

== References ==
<references />

Main Page

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Welcome to the University at Buffalo wiki. This page is currently empty - but this is just the beginning! We can build a wiki for the University at Buffalo, together.

'''Note''': If you make a change to a page or create a new one and your changes don't appear, '''''don't panic, your changes are not lost'''''! It may have to be approved - this is a measure put in place due to previous vandalism.

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== Featured Articles ==

=== UB Lore ===

* [[2019 Governors Dorm Fire]]
* [[Campus Geese]]
* [[CSE 115 Final (Fall 2023)]]
* [[CSE Cheating Scandal]]
* [[Clemens Suicide]]
* [[Defunct Campus Locations]]
* [[Governors Arsonist]]
* [[North Campus Riot Proof Design]]
* [[Resnester]]
* [[Sigma Pi Murder]]
* [[UUBNF]]
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* [[UB Foundation is Missing $25 Million (Student Speculation)]]
* [[UB Fraternity Featured on MTV]]
* [[UB Spiderman]]
* [[Vietnam War Riots]]
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=== New Student Guide ===
[[New Student Guide]]

=== UB Organizations ===

* [[Student Association (SA)]]
* [[Graduate Student Association (GSA)]]
* [[Sub-Board I, Inc. (SBI)]]
* [[Faculty-Student Association (Campus Dining and Shops)|Faculty-Student Association (FSA) / Campus Dining and Shops (CDS)]]
* [[UB Campus Living]]
* [[Residence Hall Association (RHA)]]
* [[List of Clubs]]

=== Locations on North Campus: ===

==== Residential ====

* Creekside Village
* [[Ellicott Complex]]
* [[Flint Village]]
* [[Governors Complex]]
* [[Greiner Hall]]
* Hadley Village
* South Lake Village

==== Academic, Studying, and Dining ====
* [[Capen Hall]]
* [[Lockwood Memorial Library]]
* [[One World Cafe]]
* [[Student Union]]
* [[The Commons]]

==== Other ====
* [[Kanazawa Island]]
* [[North Campus]]

=== Locations on South Campus: ===

==== Residential ====

* Clement Hall
* Goodyear Hall

==== Academic, Studying, and Dining ====
* [[Abbott Library]]

==== Other ====

* [[South Campus]]

=== Schools/Colleges and Departments ===

* [[School of Engineering and Applied Sciences|School of Engineering and Applied Sciences (SEAS)]]
** [[Department of Biomedical Engineering]]
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** [[Department of Civil, Structural, and Environmental Engineering]]
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* [[School of Management|School of Management (SOM)]]
** [[Department of Accounting and Law]]
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** [[Department of Management Science and Systems]]
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** [[Department of Organization and Human Resources]]
* [[College of Arts and Sciences|College of Arts and Sciences (CAS)]]
** [[Department of Art]]
** [[Department of Anthropology]]
** [[Arts Management Program]]
** [[Department of Media Study]]
** Department of Music
** Department of Theatre and Dance
** Department of Africana and American Studies
** Asian Studies Program
** [[Department of Classics]]
** Department of Comparative Literature
** Department of English
** Department of Global Gender and Sexuality Studies
** Department of History
** Department of Jewish Thought
** Department of Romance Languages and Literatures
** Department of Physics
** [[Department of Sociology and Criminology]]
* [[School of Public Health and Health Professions|School of Public Health and Health Professions (SPHHP)]]
** [[Department of Biostatistics]]
** [[Department of Community Health and Health Behavior]]
** [[Department of Epidemiology and Environmental Health]]
** [[Department of Exercise and Nutrition Sciences]]
** [[Department of Rehabilitation Science]]
* [[School of Architecture and Planning]]
* [[School of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences]]
* [[School of Law]]
* [[Jacobs School of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences|Jacobs School of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences (JSMBS)]]

=== More Reading ===

* [[UB Honors College]]
* [[UB Foundation Housing]]
* [[UB Incidents]]
* [[Notable People]]
* [[UB Gifted Math Program]]

== Other Sites of Interest ==

* UB Spectrum - The independent student publication of The University at Buffalo, Since 1950 <ref>https://www.ubspectrum.com/</ref>
* r/UBreddit - the sUBreddit for all things University at Buffalo/SUNY at Buffalo/UB!<ref>https://www.reddit.com/r/UBreddit/</ref>

Talk:Ellicott Complex

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More information needed:
- Academic Center
- Dining Locations
=> Sizzles
=> Hubies
=> Guac and Roll
=> Perks
=> The Bowl
=> Wrap It Up
- The Elli (Convenience Store)
=> Could be its own category or page if needed
- Ellicott Tunnel
- Ellicott Bus Stop
- Katherine Cornell Theatre

Ellicott Complex

2025-07-14T19:00:26Z

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The '''Ellicott Complex''' is the largest residential complex at UB, made up of a network of interconnected dormitory buildings on [[North Campus]]. Opened in 1974, it was designed as a "mega-structure" of 38 linked buildings containing residence halls, dining locations, academic offices, and classrooms.<ref>https://www.buffalo.edu/administrative-services/managing-facilities/planning-designing-and-construction/building-profiles/profile-host-page.host.html/content/shared/university/page-content/facilities/ellctt.detail.html</ref> The complex houses approximately 3,200 students and is divided into six named sections or "quadrangles" - Evans (formerly Porter), Fargo, Red Jacket, Richmond, Spaulding, and Wilkeson - each originally intended to be a semi-independent living learning community. The Ellicott Complex is known for its distinctive architecture and layout, featuring block-like brick structures connected by elevated walkways and courtyards.

== Design and Architecture ==
''See also'': [[North Campus Riot Proof Design|North Campus Riot-Proof Design]]

Architecturally, the Ellicott Complex is an example of 1970s brutalism in campus housing. The buildings consist of repetitive cubic modules stacked in seemingly random arrangements, a style influenced by Moshe Safdie's Habitat 67 design.<ref name=":0">https://www.flickr.com/photos/198134987@N03/53359313924</ref> The complex's massive scale and interlocking form make it visually striking but also confusing to navigate for some.

UB's original intent for Ellicott was to emulate the collegiate system of universities like Oxford and Cambridge, where each quadrangle would house students and faculty associated with particular academic themes.<ref name=":0" /> Upon opening, each of the six quads was to focus on a subject area and include faculty-in-residence, creating a live-and-learn community.<ref>https://www.buffalo.edu/administrative-services/managing-facilities/planning-designing-and-construction/building-profiles/profile-host-page.host.html/content/shared/university/page-content/facilities/ellctt.detail.html</ref> However, this plan was never followed through with - the thematic residential college concept was largely abandoned soon after completion. Instead, over the years the complex came to a mix of dormitories, some faculty and administrative offices, classrooms (including the well-known Academic Center 170), and dining locations.

Some have speculated that the Ellicott Complex's decentralized, compartmentalized plan was made as a "[[North Campus Riot Proof Design|riot-proof design]]," particularly in response to 1960 protests such as the [[Vietnam War Riots|Vietnam Riots]], but this claim is viewed with skepticism due to a lack of evidence that this was the reasoning for the brutalist architecture.

== Facilities and Student Life ==
The Ellicott Complex is UB's largest housing facility, accommodating around 3,200 students in dormitory-style rooms ranging from singles (1 person) to quads (4 people). The six quads are semi-autonomous sections, each with its own set of residential floors, lounges, study areas, and in some cases, a small fitness center or other amenities. The Richmond and Red Jacket quads both historically contained identical main dining halls for the complex<ref>https://www.buffalo.edu/ubreporter/archive/vol36/vol36n24/columns/qa.html</ref>, but in recent years this was simplified into the single dining center in Red Jacket known as the [[Crossroads Culinary Center (C3)]].

Each quad in Ellicott is named after notable figures or themes connected to Western New York history or the university. For example, Red Jacket Quad is named for Red Jacket (a Seneca Nation leader)<ref>https://www.buffalo.edu/administrative-services/managing-facilities/planning-designing-and-construction/building-profiles/profile-host-page.host.html/content/shared/university/page-content/facilities/red_jk.detail.html</ref>, while Wilkeson Quad honors Samuel Wilkeson (a 19th-century mayor of Buffalo).<ref>https://www.buffalo.edu/administrative-services/managing-facilities/planning-designing-and-construction/building-profiles/profile-host-page.host.html/content/shared/university/page-content/facilities/wilksn.detail.html</ref> Spaulding Quad is named for Elbridge Spaulding (a former Buffalo mayor and congressman)<ref>https://www.buffalo.edu/administrative-services/managing-facilities/planning-designing-and-construction/building-profiles/profile-host-page.host.html/content/shared/university/page-content/facilities/spldng.detail.html</ref>, Fargo for William Fargo (involved with the development of freight transportation)<ref>https://www.buffalo.edu/administrative-services/managing-facilities/planning-designing-and-construction/building-profiles/profile-host-page.host.html/content/shared/university/page-content/facilities/fargo.detail.html</ref>, and Richmond Quad for Dean Richmond (a Buffalo businessman).<ref>https://www.buffalo.edu/administrative-services/managing-facilities/planning-designing-and-construction/building-profiles/profile-host-page.host.html/content/shared/university/page-content/facilities/rchmnd.detail.html</ref> The complex itself is named after Joseph Ellicott, the Holland Land Company surveyor who mapped out Western New York and Buffalo.<ref>https://www.buffalo.edu/administrative-services/managing-facilities/planning-designing-and-construction/building-profiles/profile-host-page.host.html/content/shared/university/page-content/facilities/ellctt.detail.html</ref>

The Evans Quad was originally known as the Porter Quad, named after Peter B. Porter (a US Secretary of War, member of Congress, and Secretary of New York State), but it was renamed to the Evans Quad, named after Willie R. Evans. The Academic Center was originally known as the Millard Fillmore Academic Center, named after Millard Fillmore (UB's first chancellor and the 13th President of the United States), but it was later renamed to the Academic Center. These were renamed as Porter was a slave owner and Fillmore supported The Compromise of 1850.<ref>https://www.buffalo.edu/ubnow/stories/2021/06/porter-renamed-evans-quad.html</ref>

Many students form tight-knit communities within their quads, with each quad having its own activities (such as with [[UB Campus Living|Campus Living]] and [[Residence Hall Association (RHA)|Residence Hall Association]]), and traditions. Ellicott also provides Living-Learning Communities, such as areas for first-year students interested in management, social sciences, or health fields, allowing students with similar academic interests to live together.<ref>https://www.buffalo.edu/campusliving/find-your-home/where-can-i-live/residence-halls/ellicott-complex.html</ref>

Although some of the original academic functions are not present today, Ellicott still houses various offices and facilities. In addition to student dormitories, it contains classrooms and academic department offices, student support offices, and even the UB Campus Living Office (at 267-C Fargo Quad).

== Further Reading ==
Ellicott Complex's Dining Hall: [[Crossroads Culinary Center (C3)]]

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Faculty-Student Association (Campus Dining and Shops)

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The '''Faculty-Student Association, Inc.''' (FSA) is a nonprofit campus services corporation that operates the University at Buffalo's dining, retail, and other auxiliary services. Doing business as '''Campus Dining & Shops (CDS)''', the FSA provides all major food services at UB - including dining halls, food courts, cafes, and catering - as well as campus retail outlets such as convenience stores and vending operations. Founded in 1966, the Faculty-Student Association is a long-established entity at UB, and it received tax-exempt status in May 1966.<ref>https://projects.propublica.org/nonprofits/organizations/166018833/202002879349301590/full</ref> Historically, the FSA was known simply as the Faculty-Student Association until 2005, when it adopted the "Campus Dining & Shops" name to better reflect its business.<ref name=":0">https://www.buffalo.edu/ubreporter/archive/vol36/vol36n24/columns/qa.html</ref> Today, FSA/Campus Dining and Shops is the primary auxiliary services provider at UB and serves tens of thousands of students and staff.

== Organization and Mission ==
The Faculty-Student Association is organized as an independent 501(c)(3) corporation that partners with the university. UB's FSA is governed by a Board of Directors composed of faculty and administrators, as well as no more than 20 students.<ref>https://ubdining.com/about/student-advisory-committee</ref> One of FSA's primary responsibilities is administering student meal plans. For example, it operates dining centers in residential complexes (such as Governors Dining Center, Crossroads Culinary Center, and Main Street Market Dining Center) and manages retail dining in the Student Union and academic buildings. The FSA is also behind facilities such as [https://ubuffalo.wiki/One_World_Cafe One World Cafe].

== History and Finances ==
UB's Faculty-Student Association was formally incorporated in the 1960s to manage auxiliary enterprises like food service, which were not funded by New York State allocations. By the early 1970s, however, student dissatisfaction with the way activity fees were handled led to the creation of [https://ubuffalo.wiki/Sub-Board_I,_Inc._(SBI) Sub-Board I, Inc.], which took over student fee management from FSA in 1971.<ref name=":1">https://www.ubspectrum.com/article/2018/05/sub-board-i-asks-the-faculty-student-association-to-transfer-1-5-million-back-to-students</ref> From that point until 2019, FSA focused primarily on campus dining and related services, while SBI handled finances for student governments. FSA still collected revenue from meal plans and retail, which grew substantially as UB's enrollment expanded. For example, in the 2015-2016 fiscal year, CDS had nearly '''$5 million in profits''' on its operations. The net surplus (profits) partly comes from the fact that a significant percentage of prepaid meal plans go unused each semester (approximately 16% of meals were historically unused), and those funds remain with FSA instead of being refunded to the students.<ref name=":2">https://www.ubspectrum.com/article/2018/04/campus-dining-shops-budgets-for-students-missed-meals</ref>

FSA's role has been heavily criticized. In 2018, '''The Spectrum''' reported on a long standing restricted asset of $1.5 million that FSA held from a 1980s land sale originally financed by student fees for a proposed golf course that never happened, and SBI (Sub Board I) argued that the money taken from fees should be returned to the students. FSA's leadership refused to give it back.<ref name=":1" />

In 2019, the University at Buffalo's administration decided to disband Sub-Board I and replace its duties with the Faculty-Student Association to bring mandatory student activity fee funding under stricter control of the university. UB President Satish Tripathi and other officials claimed that this would reduce duplication and save money. However, students noted that FSA itself had faced criticism for lack of transparency in the past (such as FSA's involvement in past campus fiscal issues, and the fact that it is a large, administration-aligned organization). A petition opposing this change in 2019 referenced incidents such as a major fraud case involving UB's former Vice President Dennis Black.<ref>https://www.change.org/p/president-tripathi-save-sbi</ref>

== Campus Dining and Shops Operations ==
As Campus Dining & Shops, the FSA has continually changed UB's dining landscape. It has overseen renovations of dining halls, such as the complete overhaul of the Governors Dining Center in 2004 and Goodyear Hall's dining facility in a later year.<ref name=":0" /> In 2016, FSA participated in the university's Heart of the Campus project to add the "Whispers at Capen" cafe inside the revamped Silverman Library, bringing a spot to get coffee into the library space. The One World Cafe, which began construction in 2019 and opened in phases during 2022, is FSA's most high-profile recent project. This facility features international food stations and seating for hundreds of people, intended as both a dining area and student commons at the center of campus.<ref>https://www.ubspectrum.com/article/2022/01/one-world-caf-will-begin-phased-opening-on-jan-31</ref><ref>https://www.buffalo.edu/top25ambition/beyond-UB-2020/living_learning_environment/One-World-Cafe.html</ref> FSA has also made sustainability improvements as part of its missions. UB's dining operations under FSA have achieved sustainability certifications, such as LEED Silver for Capen Hall's dining spaces.<ref>https://www.usgbc.org/projects/capen-hall</ref>

However, many students have complained about the early closure times of dining locations on campus. Most Campus Dining & Shops dining locations are closed past 8:30 PM to 9:00 PM, which many students - especially first-year students living on campus (who are required to get a meal plan) - find inconvenient for a college lifestyle, with some noting that a few locations used to be open past midnight in past years.<ref>https://www.reddit.com/r/UBreddit/comments/pmfm56/late_night_dining_on_north/</ref><ref>https://www.reddit.com/r/UBreddit/comments/pmfm56/comment/hci0whr/</ref> A poll on r/UBreddit shows that of those who voted, only 6.06% of students are satisfied with the dining hours, while the other 93.94% of students want locations that close later or are open 24 hours.<ref>https://www.reddit.com/r/UBreddit/comments/1edt9s1/are_you_satisfied_with_the_current_dining/</ref>

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Sub-Board I, Inc. (SBI)

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Sub-Board I, Inc. (SBI) was a student-run nonprofit organization at the University at Buffalo that served as the fiscal agent for student governments and provided student services from 1971 until 2019. Established around 1970-1971 by UB's student leaders, SBI was owned and managed by the university's student governments (undergraduate, graduate, and professional student associations).<ref name=":0">https://spectrumlocalnews.com/nys/buffalo/news/2019/05/14/ub-students-rally-to-save-sbi</ref> For nearly five decades, SBI oversaw the allocation and use of mandatory student activity fees, operating independently of the university administration. The organization's mission was to enhance student life by offering services funded by these fees, under student control. SBI, as an organization, was student-owned and student-run, with students holding most leadership positions and a focus on services for the students.<ref name=":1">https://www.reddit.com/r/UBreddit/comments/blyuth/comment/emsuigw/</ref>

== Services and Operations ==
Sub-Board I managed a wide range of services for UB students. These included a '''Student Legal Service''' that provided free legal consultations, a '''Safety Shuttle''' bus on South Campus for late-night transportation, a '''student-run pharmacy''', coordination of the university's '''student health insurance plan''', the funding and administering of [[WRUB (UB Radio Station)|WRUB]] (the '''student radio station'''), SBI Gaming, a dry cleaning service<ref>https://www.facebook.com/UBStudentAssociation/photos/a.201504973201319/1747609285257539/?type=3</ref>, and operation of the campus '''Ticket Office''' for discount event and transit tickets.<ref name=":1" /><ref>https://www.ubspectrum.com/article/2019/05/ub-to-replace-sbi-with-fsa</ref><ref>https://www.reddit.com/r/UBreddit/comments/blyuth/comment/emsx7ds/</ref>

Legally, Sub-Board I, Inc. was set up as a nonprofit corporation separate from the university. It was governed by a board composed of representatives from the seven student governments at UB (including the undergraduate [[Student Association (SA)|Student Association]], the [[Graduate Student Association (GSA)|Graduate Student Association]], and the student governments of other professional schools). This structure meant that student leaders directly decided how to spend student fees, under the umbrella of SBI. Each year, SBI received the collected student activity fees from the university and became responsible for disbursing funds to student clubs, organizing events (through the Student Association), and maintaining the services it offered.<ref name=":0" /> By the late 2010s, the annual student activity fee funds under SBI's management totaled in the millions of dollars, funding hundreds of clubs and events.

== Dissolution ==
In May 2019, the University at Buffalo's administration announced that it would take Sub-Board I away from the students and replace it with the Faculty-Student Association (FSA) as the fiscal agent handling student funds, effectively stripping SBI of its core function. This decision ended SBI's 49-year role overseeing student government finances and removed the degree of freedom that student organizations had from the university administration's control. University officials argued that moving fiscal agency to the FSA (a university-affiliated organization) would free more money for student programs. Vice President for Student Life A. Scott Weber stated that under FSA, student governments would be "paying less in fees and having more revenues to invest in programs and services for UB students throughout the university"<ref name=":0" />

The announcement resulted in significant controversy and protest from student leaders and the SBI organization itself, as students and alumni understood SBI as an important vehicle of student autonomy and freedom. In the Spring of 2019, SBI supporters organized rallies (including one on the 5th floor of Capen Hall where protesters chanted "Save SBI").<ref>https://www.ubspectrum.com/article/2019/05/sub-board-i-holds-rally-against-ubs-fiscal-agent-decision</ref> SBI's supporters pointed out that the organization had provided valuable services that would be lost or reduced. For example, the free legal advice program, used by many students, and the health insurance office were programs students feared might not receive the same emphasis under FSA. The [[Graduate Student Association (GSA)|Graduate Student Association]], which was heavily affected by the transition, even pursued legal action - the GSA joined a lawsuit against UB, claiming the decision to dissolve SBI violated agreements - UB won against this lawsuit, however.<ref>https://ubwp.buffalo.edu/gsa/election-2021/</ref>

Despite these efforts against the destruction of Sub-Board I, the change went forward. Effective July 1st, 2019, the Faculty-Student Association took over custody of student activity fee funds and many SBI services by FSA were '''discontinued''', ranging from the free legal counsel to the WRUB radio station, and from the safety shuttle bus to the ''Generation'' magazine. Dozens of students employed by SBI (in roles such as the pharmacy, office, etc.) may have lost their campus jobs in this incident.

UB's administration had grown more skeptical of SBI after the departure of a key figure who had historically supported it. In particular, longtime Vice President for Student Affairs Dennis Black - who had started his career working with Sub-Board I in the 1970s - was seen as an advocate for keeping SBI intact. After Dennis Black resigned amid an unrelated scandal in 2017, new administrators moved swiftly to review and ultimately end UB's relationship with SBI.<ref>https://www.reddit.com/r/UBreddit/comments/1bclztm/comment/kum1aty/</ref> University officials claim that the change was purely to improve governance of student funds. However, SBI supporters viewed it as an erosion of student control. A 2019 editorial from The Spectrum called UB's decision "out of touch with student needs," pointing to SBI's decades of service and arguing that students, not faculty or administrators, should oversee their own fees that they are required to pay for.<ref>https://www.ubspectrum.com/article/2019/05/ubs-decision-to-dissolve-sub-board-i-and-its-services-is-out-of-touch-with-student-needs</ref>

It is possible that SBI and FSA have had a history of conflict. For example, in 2018, SBI had formally requested that FSA return a $1.5 million asset to student control - proceeds from a 1987 land sale that, according to SBI records, was originally purchased using student fees in 1964. The land had been bought by FSA (when it managed student funds before SBI's creation) for a proposed student golf course that was never built, then sold, with the money kept in FSA's accounts as a restricted fund. SBI pointed out that those funds should rightfully belong to the students now that SBI existed as the student fiscal agent. FSA's board did not listen, claiming that the investment belonged to FSA and questioning whether it could definitively be traced to student fees.<ref>https://www.ubspectrum.com/article/2018/05/sub-board-i-asks-the-faculty-student-association-to-transfer-1-5-million-back-to-students</ref> With SBI's dissolution, the likelihood of that $1.5 million being transferred to student government control diminished, though the issue showed students the principle of ownership for their fees.

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=== UB Organizations: ===

* [[Student Association (SA)]]
* [[Graduate Student Association (GSA)]]
* [[Sub-Board I, Inc. (SBI)]]
* Faculty-Student Association (FSA)
* Campus Dining and Shops (CDS)
* UB Campus Living
* Residence Hall Association (RHA)
* [[List of Clubs]]

=== Locations on North Campus: ===

* [[North Campus]]

* [[Greiner Hall]]
* [[Flint Village]]
* [[One World Cafe]]
* [[Lockwood Memorial Library]]
* [[Kanazawa Island]]
* [[The Commons]]
* [[Student Union]]
* [[Capen Hall]]

=== Locations on South Campus: ===

* [[South Campus]]
* [[Abbott Library]]

=== Schools/Colleges and Departments: ===

* [[School of Engineering and Applied Sciences|School of Engineering and Applied Sciences (SEAS)]]
** [[Department of Biomedical Engineering]]
** [[Department of Chemical and Biological Engineering]]
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* [[School of Management|School of Management (SOM)]]
** [[Department of Accounting and Law]]
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* [[College of Arts and Sciences|College of Arts and Sciences (CAS)]]
** [[Department of Art]]
** [[Department of Anthropology]]
** [[Arts Management Program]]
** [[Department of Media Study]]
** Department of Music
** Department of Theatre and Dance
** Department of Africana and American Studies
** Asian Studies Program
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** Department of History
** Department of Jewish Thought
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** Department of Physics
** [[Department of Sociology and Criminology]]
* [[School of Public Health and Health Professions|School of Public Health and Health Professions (SPHHP)]]
** [[Department of Biostatistics]]
** [[Department of Community Health and Health Behavior]]
** [[Department of Epidemiology and Environmental Health]]
** [[Department of Exercise and Nutrition Sciences]]
** [[Department of Rehabilitation Science]]
* [[School of Architecture and Planning]]
* [[School of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences]]
* [[School of Law]]
* [[Jacobs School of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences|Jacobs School of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences (JSMBS)]]

=== More Reading ===

* [[UB Honors College]]
* [[UB Foundation Housing]]
* [[UB Incidents]]
* [[Notable People]]
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== Other Sites of Interest ==

* UB Spectrum - The independent student publication of The University at Buffalo, Since 1950 <ref>https://www.ubspectrum.com/</ref>
* r/UBreddit - the sUBreddit for all things University at Buffalo/SUNY at Buffalo/UB!<ref>https://www.reddit.com/r/UBreddit/</ref>

Graduate Student Association (GSA)

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The '''Graduate Student Association (GSA)''' is the governing body representing graduate students at the University at Buffalo. It serves approximately 10,000+ graduate and professional students across UB's various departments and schools. Like the undergraduate Student Association, the Graduate Student Association is a student-run 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization led by elected graduate student officers, and it manages the mandatory graduate student activity fee to fund graduate student clubs and conferences.<ref>https://www.buffalo.edu/news/key-issues/student-clubs-and-organizations.html</ref> GSA advocates for graduate student interests, provides academic and professional development support, and coordinates social events for the graduate community at UB.

== Organization and Leadership ==
UB's Graduate Student Association has an Executive Board (which typically includes a President, Vice President, and Treasurer) who are elected by graduate students, who oversee the programs and budget. GSA has a Board of Directors built around departmental representation, such that each academic department or graduate degree program at UB can form a Departmental Graduate Student Association (often referred to as a GSA club) which elects or appoints a representative to the general GSA Board of Directors.<ref>https://ubwp.buffalo.edu/gsa/governance/</ref> The GSA Board of Directors, comprising representatives from all graduate departments, meets regularly to vote on funding decisions, policy changes, and resolutions on issues affecting graduate students, such as affordable housing.<ref>https://ubwp.buffalo.edu/gsa/wp-content/uploads/sites/137/2017/05/1617-04-GSA-FinalResolution.pdf</ref>

== Funding and Programs ==
The Graduate Student Association's activities are funded by the mandatory Graduate Student Activity Fee, for which each graduate student pays per semester. These fees are collected and allocated to GSA under university and SUNY guidelines, granting the GSA an annual budget to support graduate student life. Approximately 14% of this fee goes to club budgets, 15% to conference funding, 9% to savings, 12% to operational expenses, 19% to office staff, 5% to E-Board Stipends, 5% to programming, and the rest to other expenses.<ref>https://ubwp.buffalo.edu/gsa/f-a-q/</ref>

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Student Association (SA)

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The '''Student Association (SA)''' at the University at Buffalo is the official undergraduate student government, representing over 19,000 undergraduate students. The SA is an incorporated, student-run nonprofit organization led by elected student officers. It funds and oversees over 150 student clubs, organizes campus events, and serves as a liaison between students and the university administration.<ref name=":0">https://www.buffalo.edu/news/key-issues/student-clubs-and-organizations.html</ref>

== Structure and Governance ==
The undergraduate Student Association is structured with an elected Executive Board at the top, historically including a President, Vice President, and Treasurer, who are undergraduate students elected in an annual election. However, the Vice President (VP) position has been split into three Vice President positions - Vice President for Advocacy, Vice President for Clubs, and Vice President for Events. The SA also has a legislative body - often referred to as the SA Senate - composed of student representatives who make votes for various decisions and policies. An independent Student-Wide Judiciary (SWJ) functions as a judicial branch for student government, handling club conduct issues and election complaints.

All seven of UB's divisional student governments (including undergraduate SA, Graduate SA, and the professional school governments) are part of the university's governance landscape. They coordinate through forums like the [[Council of Advocacy and Leadership (COAL)]], where the SA President meets with other student government presidents and university officials to discuss campus-wide issues (such as student fees, policies, and safety).<ref>https://www.ubspectrum.com/article/2018/03/ub-council-of-advocacy-and-leadership-addresses-student-concerns</ref>

SA runs in 350 Student Union and employs a small amount of professional staff to assist with accounting and event planning, but ultimate decision-making lies within the students. The SA is independent of the university administration in its decision-making, such that elected student leaders develop and set SA polices and budgets, and holds control over the use of its funding.<ref name=":0" />

== Funding and Services ==
The Student Association's activities are funded by the mandatory undergraduate Student Activity Fee. Each UB undergraduate pays a student activity fee every semester, which is pooled to fund student governments. The SA's portion of the fee yields a multi-million dollar annual budget that is used for student purposes, and taxpayer money is not a part of this funding.<ref>https://www.buffalo.edu/news/key-issues/student-clubs-and-organizations.html#:~:text=How%20are%20student%20governments%20funded%3F</ref>

With this budget, UB's SA provides a wide array of services and programming to the student body. One of SA's primary roles is to oversee and fund undergraduate clubs and organizations. There are over 150 SA-recognized clubs covering academic interests, cultural groups, sports and hobbies, and more. These clubs receive allocations of funding from SA based on SA's determination of their activity and are permitted to use classrooms and other on-campus locations for meetings and events.<ref>https://www.buffalo.edu/news/key-issues/student-clubs-and-organizations.html#:~:text=How%20many%20clubs%20does%20the,SA%29%20sponsor%3F</ref> The Student Association also offers services like free legal advice for students, CPR/AED training and certification for undergraduate students for no additional charge, and discount ticket sales for movie theaters or local attractions - all funded by the student activity fee.

A signature aspect of UB's Student Association is the concerts and large-scale events it hosts. SA traditionally organized concerts every semester known as Fall Fest and Spring Fest, which have historically featured artists and bands including Cypress Hill, Busta Rhymes, A Tribe Called Quest, Finger 11, and other notable figures.<ref>https://web.archive.org/web/20250123103723/https://www.sa.buffalo.edu/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=94&catid=2&Itemid=1285</ref><ref>https://www.reddit.com/r/UBreddit/comments/1fqznz5/comment/n1u70lu/</ref> However, Fall Fest and Spring Fest have now been turned into a single annual event called Fest, rather than having a fest each semester.<ref>https://www.ubspectrum.com/article/2025/04/sa-cancels-spring-fest-will-now-host-one-fest-annually</ref>

== Elections and Leadership ==
SA officer elections are held each spring. Undergraduate students vote to choose the next academic year's SA President, Vice President for Advocacy, Vice President for Clubs, Vice President for Events, and Treasurer (who usually run together in a party). These elections have a history of varying turnout, but SA continues efforts to engage more student voters. Candidates often campaign on improving student life, increasing club funding, or advocating on specific issues. The elected officers serve one-year terms, managing the organization.

== Controversies ==

=== Splitting from Sub-Board I (SBI) ===
For decades, SA was a part of [[Sub-Board I, Inc.]], the university-wide student services corporation that handled finances for all student governments. In 2019, UB decided to kill off Sub-Board I to remove control from the students and transfer student government finances to the [[Faculty-Student Association (FSA)]], a university-affiliated entity. SA and other student governments protested the change, due to loss of autonomy and cuts of student services. The transition resulted in losses of student services, such as student legal counsel and the student-run [[WRUB (UB Radio Station)|WRUB Radio Station]].<ref>https://www.ubspectrum.com/article/2019/05/ub-to-replace-sbi-with-fsa</ref> Despite strong opposition (including rallies where students chanted "Save SBI")<ref>https://www.ubspectrum.com/article/2019/05/sub-board-i-holds-rally-against-ubs-fiscal-agent-decision</ref>, the change went through on July 1st, 2019. While SA still continues to operate as an entity independent from the University at Buffalo, its fiscal oversight is now managed through FSA.

=== Club Recognition Policy and Free Speech Lawsuit ===
In Spring 2023, the SA Senate approved a new club policy barring any SA club from being a chapter of an external organization. The rule (with some exceptions for academic and competitive teams) meant that clubs affiliated with national or international groups - such as Chapters of Amnesty International, UNICF, or Young Americans for Freedom - could not be recognized by SA. SA leaders stated the intent was to ensure clubs are student-run and avoid outside influence, but the timing raised concerns. The policy came shortly after a speaker (Michael Knowles) was hosted on campus by the Young Americans for Freedom (YAF) chapter - who was controversial to the UB community - prompting protests.<ref>https://www.insidehighered.com/news/students/free-speech/2023/06/22/u-buffalo-student-clubs-lose-recognition-due-new-rule</ref> Some alleged the new rule targeted the conservative YAF club for bringing the speaker, especially because Becky Paul-Odionhin - the SA President at the time - said "We all know why we're doing this" to the Senators as the policy was being proposed, right after the conservative speaker came to campus.<ref name=":1">https://www.ubspectrum.com/article/2025/01/yaf-sa-lawsuit-dismissed</ref> In June 2023, members of UB's YAF chapter filed a federal lawsuit against UB's SA and administrators, claiming the policy violated their First Amendment rights to free speech and free association. This lawsuit was later dropped by the judge, however.<ref name=":1" />

=== Financial Mismanagement Scandals ===
In 2012, a scandal dubbed "There's No App For That" came to light when it was discovered that the SA Vice President (Meghan McMonagle) and SA Treasurer (Sikander Khan) had signed a $300,000 contract for a mobile app development without approval from the SA Senate or President. The SA President (JoAnna Datz) intervened and canceled the contract before student funds were spent.<ref>https://www.ubspectrum.com/article/2012/04/sa-scandal-theres-no-app-for-that</ref>

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WRUB (UB Radio Station)

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Tnology: Create WRUB (UB Radio Station)

'''WRUB''' was the student-run radio station of the University at Buffalo, known for broadcasting campus radio programming from the 1980s through 2019. Unlike a traditional licensed FM/AM station, WRUB operated as a campus-only and internet radio station - it was never assigned an FCC broadcast frequency, instead reaching listeners via dormitory cable networks and online streaming.<ref name=":0">https://radiodiscussions.com/threads/students-at-suny-buffalo-want-wrub.754569/#:~:text=WRUB%20was%20never%20a%20%E2%80%9Creal%E2%80%9D,station%20was%20defunded%20in%202019</ref> WRUB served as a hands-on learning platform for students and radio staff, featuring music, talk shows, and live broadcasts created by UB students.

== History and Operations ==
WRUB was established as a response to UB's main public radio station, WBFO (88.7 FM), transitioning away from student management in the 1960s. As WBFO evolved into a professionally staffed NPR affiliate, WRUB was created to preserve student broadcasting at UB. In its early years, WRUB may have used carrier-current transmissions or closed-circuit feeds on campus - by the 1990s, dormitory rooms wired for campus cable could tune into WRUB's signal.<ref name=":0" /> Eventually, with the rise of the internet, WRUB moved to an online streaming model, branding itself as "University at Buffalo's only student radio".<ref>https://tunein.com/radio/WRUB-Student-Radio-s7351/</ref>

WRUB was known for its various programming. It hosted dozens of student-run shows each semester, spanning many music genres and talk formats. By 2015, over 30 DJs had weekly programs on WRUB.<ref>https://www.ubspectrum.com/multimedia/wrup</ref> The station offered an opportunity for students interested in music, broadcasting, and journalism to gain experience - many UB alumni in media credit WRUB for launching their careers.<ref>https://radiodiscussions.com/threads/students-at-suny-buffalo-want-wrub.754569/#:~:text=It%20helped%20me%20grow</ref>

== Funding and Governance ==
For most of its existence, WRUB was funded by [[Sub-Board I, Inc. (SBI)]].<ref name=":1">https://www.reddit.com/r/UBreddit/comments/15knosx/comment/jv8zrar/</ref> Sub Board I was the student-run, nonprofit organization that managed the Student Activity Fee at UB and funded student services. Through SBI, WRUB received funding for equipment, streaming services, and events, and it operated with considerable student autonomy. The station did not receive a direct budget from the university - instead, it was supported by the mandatory student activity fees allocated by SBI and overseen by student government representatives. This funding model allowed WRUB to operate largely independently of UB's administration or bureaucracy and to focus on student interests.

However, in 2019, a major change in student governance financing occurred. UB's administration decided to take control away from the students and kill off Sub-Board I, replacing it with the university's [[Faculty-Student Association (FSA)]] as the fiscal agent for student funds. As part of this restructuring - which aimed to reduce student independence and freedom and to bring student services under stricter university control - several SBI-funded programs were cut, including WRUB.<ref>https://www.ubspectrum.com/article/2019/05/ub-to-replace-sbi-with-fsa</ref> The student radio station lost its funding and campus support in July 2019, effectively forcing it to shut down operations. The closure of WRUB ended nearly 30 years of continuous student broadcasting for the students, by the students, and left UB without a college radio station.

== Aftermath and Revival Efforts ==
The elimination of WRUB caused disappointment among many students and alumni, especially those who had been involved with the station. Almost immediately, UB's Student Association discussed the possibility of reviving a radio outlet under its own government, but those plans were derailed by other priorities and the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic in 2020. In response, a group of WRUB alumni and former student staff launched [[Subject Media|Subject]], an independent student-run multimedia organization, to carry on the legacy of WRUB and a defunct campus magazine (''Generation'').<ref name=":1" /><ref>https://www.reddit.com/r/UBreddit/comments/15knosx/comment/jv6459a/</ref>

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Spaulding Fire

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Tnology: Create Spaulding Fire

The '''Spaulding Fire''' refers to a 2013 dormitory fire in Spaulding Quad Building 1 of the Ellicott Complex at the University at Buffalo. On the evening of May 2nd, 2013, a fire broke out after a student accidentally dropped a lit butane torch while using it to smoke marijuana. The incident led to an emergency evacuation of the dormitory and subsequent criminal charges against the student responsible.

== Incident and Response ==
At approximately 6:17 PM Eastern Time on May 2nd, 2013, fire alarms sounded in the Spaulding Quadrangle (part of UB's Ellicott Complex on North Campus) as a fire broke out in a student's room on the fourth floor. UB police and local volunteer fire companies (including Getzville, Ellicott Creek, and North Bailey Fire Departments) responded quickly and evacuated students while they contained the blaze within 20 minutes.<ref>https://www.btpm.org/local/2013-05-03/ub-student-charged-with-starting-dorm-fire</ref> The fire originated from a butane torch being used in the room - investigators determined the student, 19-year-old Alec Seidenberg, dropped the torch while attempting to light a marijuana cigar, igniting nearby materials. Both Seidenberg and his girlfriend sustained minor injuries and were treated at Erie County Medical Center before being released.<ref name=":0">https://www.ubspectrum.com/article/2013/05/spaulding-fire-allegedly-started-by-butane-torch</ref>

Campus officials credited the dorm's fire safety systems and prompt emergency response for preventing a larger disaster. Firefighters confined the flames to the one room, and fire doors plus alarms operated properly to stop the spread of smoke and heat. By 9:28 PM that night, authorities reset the alarms and declared most of the building safe for re-entry. However, 19 students from the most affected floor were temporarily relocated - UB's Campus Living office arranged hotel accommodations and alternative housing for those displaced for the remainder of the semester.<ref name=":0" />

== Aftermath ==
UB Police arrested Alec Seidenberg on charges including fourth-degree arson, reckless endangerment, and marijuana possession. He was issued an appearance ticket for Amherst Town Court, and UB initiated disciplinary proceedings consistent with its zero-tolerance policy for open flame and smoking devices in residence halls. The fire caused an estimated $250,000 in damages to the room and its contents (primarily from smoke, heat and water damage), though surrounding dorm rooms were unharmed.<ref name=":0" /> No other residents were injured.

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