Category Archives: international students

Next Level Leadership: A Transformative Experience in Skill-building and Gratitude

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Building and People

Written by: Ajit Pawar, MS in Finance ’24 I had the privilege of participating in “Next Level – A Leadership Mentoring Experience” conference organized by Student Engagement at the University at Buffalo. This half-day, gamified conference for UB student leaders Continue reading Next Level Leadership: A Transformative Experience in Skill-building and Gratitude→

A Guide to Living Options for UB Graduate Students

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Houses

Written by: Kaitlyn He, MBA ’24 Moving to a new place can be scary, especially if you’re moving to a new state or country. It’s even more daunting when you don’t have any friends (yet!) or family members living in Continue reading A Guide to Living Options for UB Graduate Students→

From Burgers to Boils: Halal Eats on a Student Budget in Buffalo

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Halal Logo and shawarma bowl

Written by: Fahmida Fija, MBA ’25 Buffalo, with its vibrant multicultural community, offers a delightful array of Halal food options for students. Whether you’re craving juicy burgers, flavorful Indian and Pakistani dishes, or seafood boils, there are multiple options for Continue reading From Burgers to Boils: Halal Eats on a Student Budget in Buffalo→

A Guide to Transportation Options in Buffalo

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Bus, train and bicycle

Written by: Shashank Shivananda, MS in MIS ’24 As a student navigating life in Buffalo without a car, you might initially feel limited in your transportation options. However, fear not! Buffalo offers a range of transportation mediums tailored to students’ Continue reading A Guide to Transportation Options in Buffalo→

What I Learned About Myself in the First Semester of the UB MBA Program

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Three professional students

Written by: Fahmida Fija, MBA ’25 The UB MBA program, with a strong emphasis on real-world applications and practical learning methods, has brought a unique blend of challenges and fascination for me. Having completed just one semester, I can confidently Continue reading What I Learned About Myself in the First Semester of the UB MBA Program→

How I Transitioned from Fashion to Analytics

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fashion, textile, and photos

Written by: Tanushree Agarwal, MS in Business Analytics ’24 Career shift!? Daunting, isn’t it? I totally get it. After much contemplation I made one myself, transitioning from the ever-colorful world of fashion to a completely different sphere—the world of numbers Continue reading How I Transitioned from Fashion to Analytics→

Toronto to Buffalo: The UB MS in Business Analytics Program is Worth the Trip

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Right side of the image: Buffalo, New York's City Hall building. Left side of the image: Toronto, Canada's CN tower building

Written by: Imran Nafis Rashid, MSBA ’24 Embarking on a journey to earn a Master’s of Science in Business Analytics at the University at Buffalo was more than a mere academic pursuit, it was a deliberate step towards enriching my Continue reading Toronto to Buffalo: The UB MS in Business Analytics Program is Worth the Trip→

Enriching Experience: Why I’m Pursuing an MBA after Two Master’s Degrees

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Graduation cap on top of a pile of books

Written by: Neetu Sharma, MBA ’24 Embarking on the pursuit of an MBA at the University at Buffalo stands as a testament to the strategic orchestration of my educational trajectory, interwoven with the pursuit of multidisciplinary knowledge. My academic journey Continue reading Enriching Experience: Why I’m Pursuing an MBA after Two Master’s Degrees→

The Best Indian Food Near UB’s Campus 

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Many different types of Indian dishes on the table

Written by: Nirali Shah, DDS, MBA ’25 To all Indian students at UB who are missing the comfort of home-cooked delights, fear not! Here’s your ultimate guide to the best Indian restaurants in the vicinity, ensuring your taste buds do Continue reading The Best Indian Food Near UB’s Campus →

Buffalo: A Place I Now Call Home 

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Alexia Hecico and three other track members on the UB's women track team

Written by: Alexia Hecico, MS in Business Analytics ’24 I remember my first day at UB. I was 19 and had just traveled for over 30 hours. You would expect me to say I was tired, overwhelmed and scared, but Continue reading Buffalo: A Place I Now Call Home →