Category Archives: Life in Buffalo

How the UB MBA Opened My Eyes to the Business of Sustainable Foods and So Much More

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Sangwoon Jeong, MBA '24

Written by: Sangwoon Jeong, MBA ’24 Whether or not you were an undergraduate business major, the two-year UB MBA program offers students invaluable opportunities to immerse themselves in real-world business scenarios and explore the social impacts of business decisions in Continue reading How the UB MBA Opened My Eyes to the Business of Sustainable Foods and So Much More→

Global Programs: Social Innovation and Entrepreneurial Leadership in Africa

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Written by: Ajaylah Humphrey, MSW/MBA ’24 Traveling to new places and immersing yourself in another culture is crucial to being a well-rounded human being, let alone a professional in the working world today. Everyone lives a different life, and we Continue reading Global Programs: Social Innovation and Entrepreneurial Leadership in Africa→

How to Make the Most of Your 11-Month Program

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Written by: Yashwanth Penugonda, MS in MIS ’24 The clock is ticking — you only have 11 short months until graduation day arrives. Before you know it, orientation will be a distant memory, and you’ll be walking across the stage Continue reading How to Make the Most of Your 11-Month Program→

Buffalo Sports Team: A Quick History

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Written by: Matthew Cohen, MS in Business Analytics ’24 If you haven’t yet figured out that Buffalo is a sports town, then this blog is for you. No, we aren’t like other cities in America that are blessed with one Continue reading Buffalo Sports Team: A Quick History→

My Three Favorite Study Spots on North Campus

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Written by: Graciana Truesdale, MS in Accounting ’24 Students are everywhere, hunched over tables scribbling in notebooks, and in groups taking a quick lunch break. A constant murmur of voices filling in the empty space. In another space, bookshelves and Continue reading My Three Favorite Study Spots on North Campus→

A Grand Slam Experience: My First Buffalo Bisons Game

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Written by: Imran Nafis Rashid, MS in Business Analytics ’24 As an international student, the opportunity to delve into American culture is always an exciting prospect. I had the chance to do just that when a local friend from Buffalo Continue reading A Grand Slam Experience: My First Buffalo Bisons Game→

A Guide to Living Options for UB Graduate Students

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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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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→

Embracing Diversity and Culture: The 10 Best Festivals in Buffalo, New York

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Floating lantern festival

Written by: Tori Schlosser, MBA ’24 Buffalo, New York, is a city that thrives on its rich history, vibrant arts scene, and diverse community. Throughout the year, Buffalo plays host to hundreds of festivals that celebrate the city’s unique character Continue reading Embracing Diversity and Culture: The 10 Best Festivals in Buffalo, New York→