Winter Orientation

Winter Orientation is an important virtual experience at the beginning of your UB journey. The Online Modules will get you started with understanding academic responsibilities, out-of-classroom experiences, the many resources available to you as a new student, and more.

Learn more about your program details and requirements below.

Your orientation program consists of required Online Modules in January to prepare for your successful start at UB.  

You will register for the program on Step 1: Complete the Orientation Data Form. 

• The Online Modules cover the basics about being new to UB through a series of videos, written text and un-timed quizzes. You will complete virtually and asynchronously (on your own time and at your own pace) before arriving to campus.
  
• All new students are required to complete the Online Modules. 
• We will email your UB email with instructions for accessing the Online Modules on January 6. Plan at least 2 hours to complete.

• Available January 6 at 12:00 p.m. (noon)
• Due January 17 at 11:55 p.m.

The New Student Checklist overviews many of the tasks you need to complete to successfully begin at UB. Take action on the items below BEFORE arriving on campus. 

• (on-campus residents) Select your room during your assigned appointment time in early December. Review your housing options and the selection process on the Campus Living (UB Housing) website. 
  
• 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 on the first day of classes. 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).
• (international students only) Understand UB's Health Insurance Requirement and your coverage options. 
• (international students only) Review information about international payments through Flywire. By using Flywire, you can track your payments, save on bank fees and exchange rates, and receive multilingual customer service. 
• Submit a photo for your UB Card (requires government issued ID) by January 15. Your UB Card will be printed for you and ready to pick up at Winter Welcome. 
• (on-campus residents) Prepare for living on campus. Select your move-in date/time in early January through the Housing Portal; you will move in between January 18 and January 20 at the date/time most convenient for you. Use the Campus Living website to review packing lists, what to expect when you move in, and more!
  
• (off-campus residents) Prepare for commuting to campus. Plan extra time for your first trip to campus to navigate winter weather, on-campus parking, and/or wayfinding. Review UB's tips as you plan off-campus housing.
• Complete part 1 of UB's online health/safety courses (Alcohol EDU and Sexual Assault Prevention); instructions will be sent to your UB email in January. Complete part 1 by January 17. Learn more about both programs on the Health Promotion website.
• Register your license plate (requires UBIT name/password) if you plan to bring a car to campus. Make sure your plate is on record before your first trip to campus in January for Winter Welcome.  

Plan to attend Winter Welcome on Tuesday, January 21. The on-campus program will help you get to know your new university, including academic expectations and helpful on-campus resources. You will also connect with other new students and hear from current students.