Scholarships

Willie R. Evans UB Alumni Association Legacy Scholarship

Do you have a parent or grandparent who also attended UB? Learn who qualifies and how to apply for the Willie R. Evans UB Alumni Association Legacy Scholarship.  Applications are due the first Friday of August annually; scholarships will be awarded each October.
Learn more about the Willie R. Evans UB Alumni Association Legacy Scholarship

J. Scott Fleming Scholarship

Are you a born leader? If so, you may qualify for the J. Scott Fleming Scholarship, the only student-to-student scholarship at UB.  Established in 1985, the J. Scott Fleming Scholarship is a program of the University Student Alumni Board (USAB) that seeks to recognize full-time undergraduate and graduate students who have demonstrated leadership through extracurricular and volunteer activies.  The application deadline for the 2010 scholarship was October 16, 2009.  Applications for the 2011 scholarship will be available during the fall 2011 semester.
 

Harry S. Truman Scholarship

For students with exceptional leadership potential who are committed to a career in government, the nonprofit or advocacy sectors, education or elsewhere in public service.  Deadline for applications is October 28, 2009.  Learn more from the UB Honors College.

USAB

USAB (University Student Alumni Board), the student-run organization of the UB Alumni Association, is a great way to meet influential alumni and hone your leadership skills, all while making social and professional connections.
Learn more about USAB.

Networking & Career Development

It’s all about who you know, and with 200,000 UB alumni worldwide, the UB Alumni Association has limitless networking opportunities for students. It’s never too early to start!

UB Mentor Network

Providing hundreds of alumni who are ready, willing and able to help you, from giving expert career advice to landing a job or internship.
Learn more about the UB Mentor Network

Chapter events

UB alumni chapters in 21 cities around the country. Attend an event in your hometown -- it's another great way to meet UB alums.
Learn more about chapter events in your hometown.

On-Campus Interviewing

Meet and interview with some of the country’s most well-known employers, as well as some hidden gems you may not have contacted on your own.
Learn more about On-Campus Interviewing.

Majors and Careers Night

Do you have questions about how your classes will relate to your future career? Thinking about changing your major? Get advice at Majors and Careers Night, held in the Student Union each fall.
Check the events calendar for dates.

Career Conversations

Make the most of your winter break! At these annual networking events in New York City and Rochester, UB students and recent graduates will have a chance to learn about career fields of interest, make great contacts for internships and jobs and build networking skills.
Check the events calendar for dates of upcoming Career Conversation events.

REALM

This is a one-day leadership-mentoring program that will help you broaden your leadership perspective and knowledge of the skills needed to succeed. Participants wspend the day with their assigned mentor and attend a reception with all REALM participants.
Learn more about REALM.

Events

Oozfest

Oozfest, the mud volleyball tournament sponsored by USAB, the student alumni group, has become one of UB’s most beloved traditions. Held every April, thousands of students get down and dirty in the Mud Pit on the North (Amherst) Campus.  Oozfest 2010, "Just Ooze It," will be held Saturday, April 24.

Dinner for 12 Strangers

It’s simple – six students and six alumni come together over a meal and leave as friends. It’s a great networking opportunity too!
Register for an upcoming D12.

Hump Day Hangouts with UBAA

Take a break. Take a slice. Take a turn. Stop by the Hump Day Hangout with the UB Alumni Association for lunch and a game of Wii. All students are invited and it's free!
Learn more about Hump Day Hangouts. View photos from the most recent Hump Day Hangout.

Graduating soon? 

Be sure to visit the Countdown to Commencement Web site for everything related to the big day.