Academic Success

This session will introduce the major and career planning services available to students through Career Design Center. Presentation may include a short personality/career test, information on how students can apply for internships, or other career-related experiences tailored to the needs of the class and instructor.

Contact: Career Design Center with the Presentation Request form. Questions? Contact Ed Brodka, brodka@buffalo.edu
Phone: 716-645-2231
Length of session: minimum 20 minutes; maximum 50 minutes
Suggested time frame for this session: any week of the semester 

This session will outline the many benefits of experiential learning and undergraduate research. Presentations highlight offerings and invite students to connect with the Experiential Learning Network through mentoring, projects, undergraduate research and our sophomore living-learning community.

Contact: Experiential Learning Network at UBELN@buffalo.edu
Phone: 716-645-8177
Length of session: minimum 15 minutes, maximum 50 minutes
Suggested session time frame: any week of the semester

Contact: Study Abroad at studyabroad@buffalo.edu 
Phone: 716-645-3912
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Are you worried about having enough money to pay for college?  Do you feel anxious about every day finances?  We can help you to make informed financial decisions both now and after college.  In this video UB’s new Financial Wellness Coach will assist you to build skills to create a budget, track your spending, maintain a savings fund, understand loans, manage your debt and more.  After viewing the video, you will have an opportunity to schedule one-on-one financial coaching sessions at UB to meet your unique financial needs.

Guidelines for watching the video: UB Money Wise Video
1. Sign-in to Panopto
2. Complete the pre-test
3. Watch the video
4. Complete the post-test to receive credit

Dedicated Financial Wellness Coach from AmeriCorps

A full-time AmeriCorps member Danial Khan joined UB’s Wellness Coaching Program in October 2021 to create a Financial Coaching Program for students struggling with college and personal finances.  Danial is a certified Financial Social Worker and has a dual Master’s degree in Business Administration and Social Work.  He can provide financial wellness resources, one-on-one financial coaching, and short financial management workshops.

Many students are experiencing financial challenges right now.  Schedule an appointment with Wellness Coach Danial Khan to explore ways to improve your situation and feel more confident about managing your money.  You can also schedule a workshop with Danial for your student group, club or class.  For more information, contact Danial via email or phone 716-645-2195.

Student Support Services (SSS), a federally funded TRIO program who works, supports, and engages first-generation, low-income, and students with a documented disability. SSS can provide academic, career, and personalized support to students in the program.

Office: 127 Capen
Phone is: 716-645-2732
Website: http://www.buffalo.edu/cpmc/sss.html

This session will provide an overview of Academic Planning and Advising at UB.  It is a comprehensive session that will include information about: tips and resources for academic success; tools for exploring majors/careers and course planning; registration dates and how to register; UB Curriculum and Choosing Pathways; and more.   If you prefer a shortened version or a session focusing on just one topic, please indicate that on the form below and we will do our best to accommodate your request.

Length of session: Minimum 30 minutes; typically takes 45 minutes
Suggested time frame for this session: Weeks 5-8 to align with when registration and advising occurs

 Please complete this form to request this class session.