Connections Carnival

UB alum talking to a student while standing in front of a wall of red and white popcorn bags.

Connect with alumni from our six career communities, hear their career stories, and gain valuable insights to shape your own path at the Connections Carnival. Enjoy games, prizes and classic carnival treats while networking in a lively atmosphere!

Check back in Spring 2026 for the next Connections Carnival

Explore Your Skills, Interests + Career Path!

Career Communities help you explore careers that match your skills and interests — no matter your major. Connect with alumni and employers at our events to discover new opportunities. Learn more about each community below. 👇

Arts, Design, Entertainment and Communications 🎨 

Data, Analytics, Technology and Engineering ⚙️

Government, Law, International Affairs and Policy ⚖️

Healthcare, Public Health, Life and Lab Sciences 💙

Management, Sales, Consulting and Finance 📈

Nonprofit, Education and Social Impact 🤲

How to Prepare

Ready to meet alumni? Here’s some tips to help you connect:

  1. 🔄 Update your Bullseye powered by Handshake profile  and join Career Communities in the Career Interests section.
  2. 💻 Check out a Career Community group (or two) in Connect-a-Bull.
  3. ❔ Prepare a few questions to ask alumni, so you can make the most of your conversations
  4. 🎪 Come prepared to have a good time!

We can’t wait to see you there!
-Your Friends at the Career Design Center 👋”