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Explore Your Interests

During your first two years at UB, we'll help you take full advantage of all that a major research university has to offer. You'll be connected with faculty members and other talented students, and form relationships that will enrich your academic experience. In addition, we'll help you develop the skills and interests that will define the second half of your undergraduate career.

First-Year Colloquia and Orientation Courses

Through our first-year colloquia and orientation courses, you'll learn how to effectively utilize UB's extensive resources. During your first weeks on campus, you'll be able to apply what you learn to your studies as you build a roadmap to your academic goals.

Discovery Seminars

UB's discovery seminars offer the opportunity to engage with a distinguished faculty member and other students around a thought provoking topic. In a small group setting, you'll be exposed in a meaningful way to the academic challenges and rewards of attending a major research university, all the while improving your skills in critical thinking and in oral and written expression. Learn more about Discovery Seminars