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First-Year Summer Orientation
Complete a structured orientation experience to set you up for a successful fall semester.
Please check back in February 2025 for updated information about Summer Orientation in 2025.
First-Year Summer Orientation is an important experience at the beginning of your UB journey. The orientation program will get you started with understanding academic expectations, planning for out-of-classroom experiences and meeting other UB students. You'll also learn about UB's campuses and the many resources available to you as a new student.
Learn more about your program details and requirements below.
- Learn about academic requirements and expectations at UB
- Find out about the UB community and your responsibilities
- Plan your out-of-classroom activities and experiences
- Connect with other UB students
- Learn about the adjustment to life as a UB student
- Explore campus resources and services
New to UB Newsletters
Check your UB email at the start of June, July, and August for guidance through your New to UB experience and reminders about important tasks.
You will attend a two-day, on-campus orientation program in July.
You will select your Summer Orientation session date from the options provided on Step 1: Complete the Orientation Data Form. You also have the option to register family members for the separate on-campus Parent and Family Orientation program.
Summer Orientation dates will be posted in February 2025.
Please note: On your Orientation Data Form you will only see the session dates currently available to you. Registration is on a first-come, first-serve basis, so please confirm your orientation session date prior to booking travel.
Please consider other summer commitments, such as jobs, vacations, or family responsibilities as you select your Summer Orientation session date.
LEARN MORE ABOUT
The new student fee covers all expenses associated with your New to UB experience, including Summer Orientation and Welcome Weekend. The $240 fee is billed to your student account.
Tasks to Complete Before Summer Orientation
- (on-campus residents) Select your room during your assigned appointment time in late June. Review your housing options and the selection process on the Campus Living (UB Housing) website.
- Submit a photo for your UB Card (requires government issued ID). You need your UB Card at Summer Orientation. Submit your photo one week before your orientation date to receive your printed UB Card during program check-in.
- Complete any to-do list items for financial aid located in your HUB Student Center (access through MyUB, requires UBIT name/password).
- Review billing dates on the Student Accounts website. Your first payment may be due before classes start. If you expect a financial aid refund, set up direct deposit to receive these funds faster. Learn more about direct deposit at UB and sign up in your HUB Student Center (access through MyUB, requires UBIT name/password).
STAY ON TRACK
Take action on these tasks at least one week before your on-campus Summer Orientation.
Where to Stay
Campus Living (UB's housing office) provides overnight accommodation during Summer Orientation at no additional cost. New students are highly encouraged to stay on campus. You will be assigned a residence hall room in Governors Complex on UB's North Campus and one roommate for the one-night stay.
As part of Step 1: Complete the Orientation Data Form, you'll let UB know if you plan to stay on-campus for one night during Summer Orientation.
What to Pack
For Everyone:
- Informal, casual clothing and comfortable walking shoes
- Umbrella and rain gear
- Sun protection (hat, sunglasses, sunscreen, etc.)
- Reusable water bottle
If you're staying the night on campus:
- Bed linen (twin XL sheets) or sleeping bag and pillow
- Toiletries (soap, shampoo, etc.) and towel
- Fan (Governors Complex does not have air conditioning)
How to Get to UB
Check-in for Summer Orientation takes place at Governors Complex on the University at Buffalo's North Campus. You will receive program materials, including a printed schedule, and your key to your room for the night. Accompanying guests registered to attend the Parent and Family Orientation program will also receive their program materials at this check-in.
You may park (or get dropped off) at the Governors B Lot (enter 'Governors B Lot, University at Buffalo' in your GPS or navigational tool or visit Google Maps for directions to Governors B Lot). You do not need a parking pass during orientation.
Additional Resources
You are required to attend Welcome Weekend to connect with other UB students, get familiar with campus, and learn more about resources that are most important to you.
Review the website to know what to expect. Your detailed schedule will be sent to your UB email in August.
SAVE THE DATE
Welcome Weekend is an on-campus experience starting August 22.
Helping new students transition to life at UB:
Orientation, Transition and Parent Programs
Student Life
University at Buffalo
112 Student Union, North Campus
Buffalo, NY 14260
Phone: (716) 645-6125