Frequently Asked Questions

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How do I become a member of the UB Alumni Association?

If you are a graduate of the University at Buffalo, you already are a member! As of October 2015, the UB Alumni Association no longer requires membership dues. This no-fee membership program allows the Alumni Association and the Office of Alumni Engagement to better serve all of our alumni worldwide.

I need an official transcript from UB. How do I get one?

To request your transcript*, please visit the Office of the Registrar site.

*For graduates of the School of Dental Medicine, School of Law, and Jacobs School of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences please use the links below to order transcripts directly from your school:

If you are a life member of the alumni association, please contact Christine Torre at cmtorre@buffalo.edu or 716-645-3312 and she will process the request for you.

I need a replacement diploma. How do I get one?

Visit this page for details. If you are a life member of the alumni association, please contact Christine Torre at cmtorre@buffalo.edu or 716-645-3312 and she will process the request for you.

Where is the Office of Alumni Engagement located?

The Office of Alumni Engagement is in Harriman Hall on the South (Main Street) Campus.

University at Buffalo
Office of Alumni Engagement
201 Harriman Hall
Buffalo, NY 14214

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How do I keep my UBMail after I graduate?

Did you graduate in May 2014 or later?
You automatically keep your UBmail; your account will remain active as long as you log in to your UBmail at least once every 90 days. If you do not log in at least once every 90 days, your UBMail will be deactivated. You may opt-in again using this form to regain access to UBmail at any time.

  • If you forward your UBmail to another service, you still must log in to your UBMail for it to remain active. Log in here.
  • If you do not want to keep your UBmail and don't want to wait 90 days for automatic deactivation, you may opt-out using this form.
  • If you did not meet the criteria for UB graduation, your UBmail will deactivate.

Did you graduate between January 1998 and February 2014?
To activate your UBmail you’ll need to opt-in here. If you are a graduate employed by UB or a current student, you will simply continue using your UBmail.

Did you graduate before 1998 and do you already have a UBITName?
You can opt in or reactivate UBmail by using this form. If you don’t remember your UBmail password, learn how to reset it. Faculty and staff are not eligible for this service, even if they are alumni.

Did you work for UB?
UB employees who are leaving the university and who are also alumni may opt-in to keep their UBmail. Once your faculty or staff status has been terminated, consult your support staff to have your mailbox converted to UBMail.

I'm not receiving correspondence or email from UB. How do I change this?

Our records may indicate that you requested not to receive any communication from UB, or we may have outdated contact information for you. If you would like to start receiving information from UB, contact us. When you do, you also can register on UB Connect, the online community exclusively for UB alumni.

How do I update my contact information with UB?

Whenever you have a change to your contact information (home or email address, job title, phone number, work address), you can make updates through UB Connect, the online community exclusively for UB alumni. All you have to do is register, find your profile and make your updates. Or contact us and we will be happy to update your record for you.

I do not wish to receive any communication from UB. How do I do this?

Contact the Office of Alumni Engagement and we will update your record. There may be a brief delay before your request goes into effect; you may continue to receive communication for several weeks. Please note that some UB entities may still send you communication if they do not utilize the Office of Alumni Engagement database.

How do I register on UB Connect if I can’t find my name in the search results?

Search for your name using last name and first initial only. If your name has changed since you graduated, try searching by your student last name. If you still have trouble, contact us.

How do I submit a class note?

There are a number of ways for alumni to submit class notes and digital photos.

  • Via UB Connect, the online community for UB alumni; click on the class notes link in the right-hand navigation.
  • Via the Contact Us form
  • E-mail: ub-alumni-news@buffalo.edu
  • U.S. mail:
    Office of Donor and Alumni Communications
    University at Buffalo
    255 Harriman Hall
    Buffalo, NY 14214

How do I share news about a recent accomplishment with UB alumni?

If you are a UB alumnus and the news is about you, you may post the information as a class note on UB Connect or send it to us using one of the methods listed above. If you are submitting a news release on behalf of a UB alumnus (for example, you represent the company a UB alumnus works for), you may email it and the note will be considered for publication in the alumni magazine.

Does the UB Alumni Association offer student scholarships?

Yes, the UBAA offers three scholarships: The Willie R. Evans UBAA Legacy Scholarship, the J. Scott Fleming Student-to-Student Scholarship and the UBAA Alumnae Scholarship. Learn more about scholarships.