Vibrant Graduate Life

At UB, we believe that a quality student experience goes beyond the classroom. With hundreds of ways to get in involved, the opportunities to make friends, find your passion or try something new, are endless.

• UB Network for Enriched Academic Relationships (UB NEAR). UB NEAR is a transdisciplinary, online mentoring directory for students to find faculty mentors and allies beyond their substantive research areas. Learn more about UB NEAR.
• Distinguished Speaker Series. For over 30 years, UB has hosted some of the most prestigious, world-renowned speakers, including the 44th President of the United states, Barack Obama. See who is coming to campus next.
  
• Enjoy the arts. Meet other students while enjoying a wide range of high quality performing arts and events, hosted by the Center for the Arts.
• Events for UB's international community. International Student Services (ISS) offers a wide array of events specifically for UB's international community. Take a look at some ISS opportunities.
• Student clubs and organizations. UBLinked is UB's virtual clubs fair. You can learn about graduate student organizations, join a club, register for upcoming events and much more. Log in to UBLinked and get involved.

• Aquatic programming. Dive into group and private swim lessons, lifeguard instructor and certification courses, and Open REC: swim. Learn more about our aquatic programming.
• Fitness programming. Discover dynamic classes like spinning and Zumba, transformative Mind-Body workshops and more! Elevate your well-being through invigorating options designed to inspire, challenge and unite. See the unique fitness classes offered at UB.
• Intramural sports. We offer a variety of sports, so whether you're a skilled athlete or a first-timer, our leagues are all about having a great time while staying competitive. Learn more about intramural sports leagues, competitions and tournaments.
  
• Open REC. Our recreation facilities offer a diverse range of activities and program. Whether you're a fitness enthusiast, sports lover or simply seeking a way to unwind, we've got you covered. Explore sports, fitness and social activities offered through Open REC.

• Graduate professional development. Meet graduate students from other disciplines while learning how to build professional skills, prepare for your job search and enrich your personal development. Take a look at some of our graduate professional development offerings.
• Research. UB spends more than $349 million annually on research. Find the research opportunity that is right for you.
• Study abroad. From architecture, to management, to law and more, UB offers several study abroad programs specifically designed for graduate students. Where could your education take you?