If you have strong quantitative abilities and an eye for the
business world, a major in Accounting or Business
Administration could be for you! Attend one of our spring
information sessions for additional information both majors
as well as the business administration concentrations, and
how to apply to change your major.
Session Dates:
• Wednesday, February 19 at 11 a.m. – Noon
• Thursday, February 20 at 1:30 – 2:30 p.m.
** This session will include information about the
BS Information Technology and Management Major
• Thursday, March 19 at 11 a.m. – Noon
• Monday, March 23 at 11 a.m. – Noon
** This session will include information about the
BS Information Technology and Management Major
• Thursday, March 26 at 2 – 3 p.m.
• Tuesday, April 7 at 10 – 11 a.m.
• Wednesday, April 8 at 1:30 – 2:30 p.m.
** This session will include information about the
BS Information Technology and Management Major
• Thursday, April 9 at 2 – 3 p.m.
**This session will include speakers from the College of Arts and
Sciences to discuss majors that also lead to careers in business.
• Monday, April 13 at 11 a.m. – Noon
• Tuesday, April 14 at 1:30 – 2:30 p.m.
• Wednesday, April 15 at 11 a.m. – Noon
• Tuesday, April 21 at 11 a.m. – Noon
• Wednesday, April 22 at 1:30 – 2:30 p.m.
**This session will include speakers from the College of Arts and
Sciences to discuss majors that also lead to careers in business.
• Thursday, April 23 at 10:30 – 11:30 a.m.
All sessions will be held in Alfiero 205.
Space is limited. To register, visit the Undergraduate Programs Office in 204 Alfiero or call 716-645-3206.
Register today for our Fulbright and NSF Development Workshops happening in March!
Note: These awards are only available to U.S. citizens and permanent residents. The workshops are primarily meant for undergraduate juniors, first-year PhDs for NSF, and graduate students at any level for Fulbright. All workshops will be held in 24 Capen.
Fulbright Application Development Workshops
Would you like to spend a year researching, teaching English or earning a master’s degree abroad? The Fulbright U.S. Student Program provides funded opportunities to do so and there are more than 150 countries from which to choose.
To qualify, an applicant must be a U.S. citizen and hold a bachelor’s degree by the time the Fulbright Scholarship starts. An applicant holding a doctoral degree at the time of application is ineligible. Applications will be due in the fall.
In this program you will learn more about the Fulbright, country selection, affiliates and how to develop a strong proposal. Students are required to commit to all four sessions.
Dates:
March 2, 9, and 23 from 2-3pm
OR
March 3, 10, and 24 from 2-3pm
Click here to RSVP to attend the Fulbright Application Development Workshops
National Science Foundation Graduate Research Fellowship Program (NSF GRFP) Workshops
The National Science Foundation Graduate Research Fellowship Program (NSF GRFP) is a prestigious grant for graduate students looking to get funded for research. The grant provides full funding for three years which includes a $34,000/year stipend and tuition coverage!
Applications for the NSF GRFP will become available in August 2020. Deadlines vary by discipline but are generally in late October and early November.
If you are interested in applying for the NSF GRFP in October 2020, please join us for this four-session program designed to prepare you to submit a strong application. You will learn about review criteria for the NSF GRFP and other awards, what the review panels are looking for, and how to write a strong research proposal. Students are required to commit to all four sessions.
To be eligible to apply for NSF GRFP in October 2020, you must be:
- A current rising senior or first-year PhD student
- A U.S. citizen, have U.S. national status, or be a permanent resident
- Pursuing (or intending to pursue) a research-based master’s degree or PhD
- Conducting research in an NSF-supported field, such as: mathematical, physical, biological, engineering, and behavioral and social sciences, including the history of science
Dates:
March 3, 10, 24, and 31
9-10 a.m. OR 4-5 p.m.
Click here to RSVP to attend the NSF Workshops
Also, check out this video about UB Students who have received the NSF GRFP and the amazing things they’re doing with their research.
Please reach out to fellowships@buffalo.edu if you have any questions!
The PLAN project is looking for 1-2 students to work with children and families as part of a multi-site family-based treatment for childhood obesity for the Spring/Summer 2020 semesters. Specifically, students assist with: collecting outcome data for primary and secondary measures, consenting study participants, administering surveys and questionnaires, preparing study materials, and brainstorming in weekly meetings. *Given the need to travel to various sites, students with access to cars would be preferred.*
The Exercise and Events study is looking for 2-3 highly motivated undergraduates to work as research assistants Spring/Summer 2020 semesters. Students will be helping with a time-sensitive pilot project looking at how different types of cues administered in a real-world setting influences physical activity. Students will have the opportunity to help with preparation for the study, including creation of study materials, data entry and data collection. Students with the following qualifications are encouraged to apply: Organized and detail oriented, ability to interact with a team and with members of the public, good time management skills.
UB ACES (Activity and Children’s Environment Study) is a project that looks at risk and protective factors for weight gain in 6 – 9-year-old children. Students working on this project would help with data entry, file organization and child care for participants’ younger siblings. UB ACES looking for students who have availability from 2 – 8pm, 2 evenings per week, Monday – Thursday.
For more information about our lab please visit our website: http://buffalobehavioralmedicine.org/
To apply: please send your resume and your responses to the questions below to dbmstudentapply@gmail.com. We are hoping to quickly fill our positions and will interview students on a first come, first served basis.
Please fill out the following information:
Full Name:
Name you would like to be called:
Email:
Phone Number:
Overall GPA:
Major GPA:
- What year are you in school?
- Do you have any prior research experience? If so, with whom?
- What do you want to do when you graduate?
- How do you feel this research experience will benefit you?
- How would you describe your communication skills?
- What are your strengths and weaknesses?
- What is your availability for the Spring 2020 semester?
- Are you interested in continuing to work in the Summer 2020 semester? What is
your availability for this summer? (please list all commitments) - If you have any previous experience with biometric measurements, please describe here:
OWN IT
Join the Intercultural and Diversity Center celebrating the beauty of being black. We will be taking Polaroid pictures to celebrate. Come show support!
Wednesday, February 19th, 2020 – 12:30 p.m.
SU Lobby
CATCH THAT FLIGHT
Join us for an information session for students who want to study abroad, featuring actual accounts of those who have studied abroad!
Wednesday, February 19th, 2020 – 5:30-7:00 p.m.
SU 240
Save the Date!
Saturday, April 4th
Save the date for a summit dedicated to educating, inspiring, and empowering students of color and allies. Learn about navigating predominantly white spaces, self care, and creating connections.
Thursday
February
13th, 2020 – 6:30 p.m.
SU
240
In Honor of Black History Month, join the IDC in
our African Jeopardy Night to show your knowledge about Africa while enjoying
some free food and having fun!
Wednesday
February
12th, 2020 – 5:30-6:30 p.m.
Landmark
Room SU 210
Get to know your fellow First Generation
students and make new friends in this fast-paced questions game!
Tough Topics: Every Wednesday
February
12th, 2020 – 2:00-3:00 p.m.
Come discuss what it means to be LGBTQ+ in
different countries. How do stigmas, cultures, and identities differ?
The
Niagara Falls Underground Railroad Heritage Tour
**Applications
close tomorrow, 2/10!**
February
15, 2020
9:45
a.m.-2 p.m.
240
Student Union
Take a guided tour along the Erie Canal. On our way to Lewiston, we will stop at a Farm that was used for protection and go to the Lewiston Crossing to see the path that the slaves took, and then go to the Niagara Falls Underground Railroad Heritage Center for the museum tour.
Stop by 240 Student Union for an application and more information.
Diversity
Advocate Applications are already open!Being a Diversity Advocate is a life-impacting 10-hour a week paid
internship where you develop multicultural, facilitation, and leadership
experiences and skills. Come see us at SU 240 to learn more, and apply
now!
We are excited to announce that we have partnered with the Office of Financial Aid to offer three workshops on New York State financial aid. If you are a TAP, STEM, or Excelsior recipient I strongly encourage you to attend one of these 50 minute sessions to learn more about these awards and how to maintain your eligibility. You may RSVP here
- Tuesday, February 11 at 11 am in 107 Capen
- Wednesday, February 12 at 3 pm in 107 Capen
- Friday, February 14 at 11 am in 107 Capen
