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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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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→

The Importance of Community in Grad School

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Circle of People and Community

Written by: Natalie Mejia, MS in Accounting ’24 Community is defined as a feeling of fellowship with others, as a result of sharing common attitudes, interests and goals. When deciding where to attend grad school, community is not likely to Continue reading The Importance of Community in Grad School→

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→

My Transformative Experience with the MBA Consulting Group

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Written by: Kalvin Yeung, MBA ‘24 The University at Buffalo’s MBA Consulting Group is a standout example of applied learning and community engagement in business education. This student-led organization provides a unique platform for members to apply their skills to Continue reading My Transformative Experience with the MBA Consulting Group→

Startup Boot Camp 2024: An Exhilarating Entrepreneurial Experience

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Startup and Innovation Collaboratory, Powered by Blackstone Launchpad

Written by: Ajit Pawar, MS in Finance ’24 The 3-day Startup Boot Camp Spring 2024, hosted by the Startup and Innovation Collaboratory (CoLab) powered by Blackstone LaunchPad at the University at Buffalo, was exhilarating! This immersive experience unfolded with a Continue reading Startup Boot Camp 2024: An Exhilarating Entrepreneurial Experience→

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→

Work-Life Harmony: Strategies for MBA Success at UB

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Written by: Matthew Mullens, MBA ’25 Embarking on an MBA journey at the University of Buffalo is an exciting and challenging endeavor. But like me, you may be motivated to acquire a graduate assistantship to gain experience, a part-time job, Continue reading Work-Life Harmony: Strategies for MBA Success at UB→

Are You A Good Fit for UB’s JD/MBA Program?

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Sarah Jiva, JD/MBA '26

Written by: Sarah Jiva, JD/MBA ’26 I vividly remember learning about and applying for the JD/MBA program at the University at Buffalo. I felt all the feelings that one does as you embark on a new life adventure—excitement, anxiety and Continue reading Are You A Good Fit for UB’s JD/MBA Program?→

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→