GSA South Campus Office Closed
2025-02-25 | NY
Please note that the GSA South Campus Satellite Office will be closed on Tuesday, February 25th.

GSEU Rally in Red
2025-02-26 12:00 - 14:00 UTC | Capen Hall
GSEU Rally in Red!

Wednesday, February 26th, 2025
12 noon outside Capen, UB North, Flint Loop Side

WEAR RED HATS/SCARVES/ACCESSORIES! We will have GSEU RED BEANIES for you if you don’t already have one!

New York State is negotiating with the Graduate Student Employees Union (GSEU) for our contract renewal. GSEU represents graduate workers who provide the bulk of teaching and research labor at SUNY.
We recently collected a petition signed by over 2,000 people statewide, including 331 signatures from Buffalo. Our fellow GSEU chapters (AKA GSEU at other SUNY campuses) are driving to Albany to deliver this petition to our NY politicians in person!! Since we aren’t driving to Albany, it’s important we show our solidarity by having a large presence on UB’s campus!
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During recent negotiations, graduate workers asked for wages that allow these essential workers to survive, especially with rising costs of living. When compared to peer institutions, SUNY schools are near the bottom.
In response to the well-researched data we presented about our concerns, New York State offered with a counter offering us a base stipend amount of $11,000, an increase of $1,000 over the currently-unlivable base of $10,000, and a rate that is far below NYS minimum wage.
Recent Bargaining News
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We know you’re sick and tired of not being paid enough. We know you’re sick and tired of working under a contract that’s been expired since July 2023 – over 500 days ago. We’ve been at the bargaining table for months, but it’s time we make our voices louder so that New York State knows they need to give us a FAIR CONTRACT NOW.
That’s why we need you to join us on Wednesday Feb 26th at Noon outside Capen. We need to have a presence as graduate workers. We need to be seen. We need to be heard. We need to be united. Whether you are a graduate worker at UB, a worker in another industry, an undergraduate student whose classes are taught by graduate TAs, or an ally in any way, please join us at our rally.
Divided we beg, united we bargain.
In solidarity,
UB GSEU

Finance Committee Meeting
2025-02-26 18:30 - 20:30 | NY
Finance Committee meeting to review group funding requests for events to take place in March or later.

WiSE Faculty Panel Event
2025-02-27 15:00 - 16:00 | 230A Davis Hall, Buffalo, New York, 14260
WiSE is hosting a Q&A Panel: Comparing Experiences in Industry vs. Academia

February 27 from 3-4pm in Davis 230A
Are you trying to decide on a career path in academia vs. industry? Then come to our Q&A panel with current SEAS faculty who have spent time in both fields who can answer your questions.
Moderated by WiSE graduate student ambassador Judith Brennan
Our panel will include:
– Mary Canty, Biomedical Engineering. Worked in the Medical Device Industry at a company called Garwood Medical Devices where I was the Director of Research. I oversaw all research and development activities, facilitated FDA interactions, and participated in capital investment rounds.
– Sabrina Casucci, Industrial and Systems Engineering, Process Engineer – Advanced Refractory Technologies, Quality Engineer – Wilson Greatbatch Ltd. (now Integer), Quality Manager/Director, Continuous Improvement – Chicago Faucets
– Julia Latorre, Engineering Education: Process Engineer – Manufacturing Facility in Dielectric and Magnetic Ceramic Materials – Worked through full pr
ocess, but main focus was Forming, Firing, Assembly Departments. Ceramic Engineer – Research for a National Laboratory in Glass Research for Optical Sciences – Worked with a draw tower in a cleanroom environment, and extensive experience with material characterization lab equipment. Engineering Intern during College multiple summers – Ceramic Grit Materials (Aluminum Oxide and Silicon Carbide) – Worked as a process engineering intern in multiple departments including testing and quality control
– Ceci Martinez, Industrial and Systems Engineering: Worked in the electronics and
automobile manufacturing industry (Honeywell, SiemensVDO, Cummins–roles spanned from quality engineering to Six Sigma Black Belt). Worked as a consultant in—the service industry (commercial airlines). Switched to higher-ed education—worked for Clarkson University for 8 years and got tenure there.
– Wanyi Nie, Physics: Former staff scientist of Los Alamos National Laboratory (2016-2023). Los Alamos National Laboratory is a national laboratory operated by Department of Energy working on national security missions. I was a principle investigator of a research group at the “center for integrated nanotechnology” under the division of “Material Physics and Application”. My role was to develop new research directions, such as emerging semiconductors for functional devices, to support the mission of the national lab.

Spring Fee Waiver Deadline
2025-03-03 | NY
Applications for a waiver of any applicable Spring semester student activity fees ($85) are due by close of business at 4:30pm.
Fee waivers may be granted to students who are located at least 75 miles from Buffalo, or who suffer unusual financial hardship. Please note that being an online student only does not necessarily qualify students for a fee waiver. Graduate students who have their fees waived will be ineligible for all GSA services.

Discount AMC Movie Tickets
2025-03-03 | NY
GSA will have discount AMC Movie Tickets available for sale on March 3rd at the UB Ticket Office (online or in 221 Student Union) for $5 each. 1 per UB ID. Tickets can be used for all movies at AMC theatre locations. Limited quantity available. First come, first served.
*PLEASE MAKE SURE TO PICK UP YOUR PHYSICAL TICKET(S) FROM THE UB TICKET OFFICE IN 221 STUDENT UNION. THE EMAILED TICKET IS ONLY A VOUCHER AND WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED FOR ADMISSION BY THE VENDOR.
**All sales are non-refundable**

March Board of Directors Meeting
2025-03-05 18:00 - 21:00 | Online via Zoom
The March 5th Board of Directors meeting will be held online via Zoom. GSA Board of Directors meetings are open to the public, but only designated representatives from Departmental and International clubs may vote. Sign-in begins at 6:00pm so that the meeting can begin promptly at 6:30pm. Once the meeting begins no one else will be admitted for attendance purposes.
PLEASE NOTE: Every club will need to email Stephanie at slfrank@buffalo.edu no later than 12:00pm on Wednesday, March 5th with who will be attending the meeting on the club’s behalf so that eligible representatives can be verified in advance. Once representatives are verified they will be sent the Zoom meeting link and password directly, along with some instructions on how the meeting will be managed, in order to be able to participate and vote. Only previously verified representatives will be admitted to participate in the Zoom meeting.
For attendance purposes each Special Interest Club may have one representative participate directly in the Zoom meeting, but they will not have voting privileges. Additional special requests for guests and/or speakers to be admitted may be sent to gsa-feedback@buffalo.edu.
The meeting will also be live streamed via GSA’s Facebook Page for anyone else that is interested in watching the meeting without voting privileges or an official attendance record, as meetings are open to the public.

Explore Careers in Non-Profit Leadership
2025-03-06 09:00 - 10:00 | 259 Capen Hall, Buffalo, New York, 14260
Are you interested in learning what it’s like to work for a nonprofit organization in a management or executive-level position? Join us for a casual conversation over coffee with local nonprofit leaders who are eager to share their experiences. This is a great opportunity to network, ask questions, and gain insights into the world of nonprofit leadership.
Featuring:

Cindi McEachon – CEO, Peaceprints of WNY
Kimberly Kadziolka – Executive Director, Parent Network of WNY
Rene Petties-Jones – President & CEO, National Federation for Just Communities
Emily Mahoney – CEO, Big Brothers Big Sisters of Erie, Niagara, and the Southern Tier
Laura Dawidowicz – Director, Client Relations, Community Foundation of Greater Buffalo

When: March 6
Time: 9 AM – 10 AM
Location: 259 Capen Hall (Career Design Studio), North Campus
Register HERE

Java Junction
2025-03-07 11:00 - 13:00, 2025-04-04 11:00 - 13:00 | 145 Student Union
Free Tim Horton’s coffee and doughnuts for graduate students in 145C&D Student Union.
All participants must review the GSA’s Safety Acknowledgement and Participant Disclaimer before attending.

The Wiz at Shea's Performing Arts Center
2025-03-07 19:30 - 22:30 | Shea’s Performing Arts Center, 646 Main Street, Buffalo, NY, 14202, United States
Tickets on sale February 10th at 9:00am at the UB Ticket Office (online or at 221 Student Union) for $25 each (regularly $63). 2 per UB ID. Limited quantity available. First come, first served.
ANNOUNCEMENT- Those students who purchase tickets for The Wiz will NOT be eligible to purchase tickets for Shucked

**DIGITAL ADMISSION TICKETS WILL BE EMAILED OUT 24 HOURS PRIOR TO SHOW TIME. PLEASE NOTE THAT THE EMAILED TICKET FROM THE UB TICKET OFFICE IS ONLY A VOUCHER, AND WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED FOR ADMISSION BY THE VENDOR.**
**For ticketing/seating questions or requests, please contact the GSA Programming Coordinator (gsa-programming@buffalo.edu) prior to the ticket distribution. All requests will be reviewed on a first come, first served basis.**
**All sales are non-refundable**

Distinguished Speaker Series presents Damar Hamlin
2025-03-13 19:00 - 21:00 | Center for the Arts, Center for the Arts, University at Buffalo, Buffalo, NY, 14260, United States
Damar Hamlin

Buffalo Bills Safety | Commotio Cordis Survivor

Free tickets available for graduate students starting Thursday, February 13th through the UB Ticket Office. 1 per UB ID.
Public Ticket Information

Thurs., Mar. 13, 2025 at 7:00 p.m.
Center for the Arts
UB North Campus

More About Damar Hamlin

Damar Hamlin (born March 24, 1998, in McKees Rocks, Pennsylvania) is an American football safety for the Buffalo Bills of the National Football League (NFL). He played college football at the University of Pittsburgh and was selected by the Bills in the sixth round of the 2021 NFL Draft. Hamlin spent most of his rookie season as a backup before becoming a starter in 2022 following a season-ending injury to Micah Hyde.
Hamlin, a true champion both on and off the field, has left an indelible mark through his remarkable journey of resilience and philanthropy. In 2023, Hamlin launched the CPR Tour, a groundbreaking initiative through the Chasing M’s Foundation. This tour has equipped over 1,200 individuals with life-saving skills, provided 170 AEDs to communities in need, and catalyzed legislative change in 12 states.
Notably, Hamlin established the Heroes Scholarship in Cincinnati, honoring the medical workers pivotal to his recovery. This scholarship not only pays tribute to their dedication but also supports the next generation of healthcare heroes.
Hamlin and the foundation extend their impact through various initiatives, including football clinics, back-to-school drives, the annual toy drive, Thanksgiving drives, and health and wellness programs. These efforts reflect Hamlin’s commitment to fostering positive change in communities.
In 2024, Hamlin and the foundation plan to expand the CPR Tour to five U.S. cities and internationally to Europe, Asia and Africa. This visionary step underscores Hamlin’s global perspective and the foundation’s commitment to making a difference on a broader scale, bringing life-saving skills to communities around the world.
Accolades such as the 2023 PFWA Halas Award, Comeback Player of the Year, the 2023 Alan Page Community Award and the 2023 Ed Block Courage Award underscore Hamlin’s impact. Since January 2, 2023, he has become a dedicated advocate for increasing awareness of CPR training and AED access.
Hamlin is driven by a profound purpose, channeling his experience into programs that encourage young people to pursue their dreams. In every sense, Hamlin is not just an athlete but a champion who inspires and uplifts those around him.

South Campus Java Junction
2025-03-14 11:00 - 13:00, 2025-04-11 11:00 - 13:00 | 105 Harriman Hall, 105 Harriman Hall, University at Buffalo, Buffalo, NY, 14260, United States
Free Tim Horton’s coffee and doughnuts for graduate students at South Campus in 105 Harriman Hall.
All participants must review the GSA’s Safety Acknowledgement and Participant Disclaimer before attending.

GISA Holi
2025-03-14 18:30 - 22:30 | 145 Student Union

Deadline for April Conference Funding Applications
2025-03-15 | NY
All applications for Conference Funding for conferences during the month of April are due by the close of business at 4:30pm.
The GSA Conference Funding Application is now available as an online form on GSA’s UBLinked page. Please note that you must be signed in to UBLinked and “Join” as a member of GSA in order to be able to access the form on the Homepage.

Spring Break
2025-03-17 - 2025-03-22 | NY

GSA on Summer Hours
2025-03-17 - 2025-03-20 | NY
Spring Break: GSA Office open Monday – Thursday 8:30am – 4:00pm, closed on Friday, March 21st.

May-July Group Funding Applications Deadline
2025-03-19 | NY
Application materials are due for Special Activities, Interdepartmental Activities, Symposium and Community Outreach funding for events occurring after the April Board of Directors meeting. All application materials due by the close of business at 4:00pm.

GSA Closed
2025-03-21 | NY

Finance Committee Meeting
2025-03-26 18:30 - 21:00 | NY
This will be the final Finance Committee meeting of the year to review all group funding requests for events taking place between April and July. This will also be the last meeting at which club requests for capital equipment can be reviewed and approved.

Shucked at Shea’s Performing Arts Center
2025-03-26 19:30 - 22:30 | Shea’s Performing Arts Center, 646 Main Street, Buffalo, NY, 14202, United States
Tickets on sale February 24th at 9:00am at the UB Ticket Office (online or at 221 Student Union) for $25 each (regularly $63). 2 per UB ID. Limited quantity available. First come, first served.
ANNOUNCEMENT- Those students who purchased tickets for The Wiz will NOT be eligible to purchase tickets for Shucked

**DIGITAL ADMISSION TICKETS WILL BE EMAILED OUT 24 HOURS PRIOR TO SHOW TIME. PLEASE NOTE THAT THE EMAILED TICKET FROM THE UB TICKET OFFICE IS ONLY A VOUCHER, AND WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED FOR ADMISSION BY THE VENDOR.**
**For ticketing/seating questions or requests, please contact the GSA Programming Coordinator (gsa-programming@buffalo.edu) prior to the ticket distribution. All requests will be reviewed on a first come, first served basis.**
**All sales are non-refundable**

MDRF Spring Application Deadline
2025-03-28 | NY
Deadline for MDRF grant applications for research to be conducted between May 1, 2025 and April 30, 2026.
Complete grant applications must be submitted online by 3:00pm on Friday, March 28, 2025.
The last date that applicants may submit their grant to the MDRF Director (gsa-mdrf@buffalo.edu) for review prior to the deadline is Wednesday, March 12th at 12:00pm. Applicants will only be granted one full review.

April Board of Directors Meeting
2025-04-02 18:00 - 21:00 | Online via Zoom
The April 2nd Board of Directors meeting will be held online via Zoom. GSA Board of Directors meetings are open to the public, but only designated representatives from Departmental and International clubs may vote. Sign-in begins at 6:00pm so that the meeting can begin promptly at 6:30pm. Once the meeting begins no one else will be admitted for attendance purposes.
PLEASE NOTE: Every club will need to email Stephanie at slfrank@buffalo.edu no later than 12:00pm on Wednesday, April 2nd with who will be attending the meeting on the club’s behalf so that eligible representatives can be verified in advance. Once representatives are verified they will be sent the Zoom meeting link and password directly, along with some instructions on how the meeting will be managed, in order to be able to participate and vote. Only previously verified representatives will be admitted to participate in the Zoom meeting.
For attendance purposes each Special Interest Club may have one representative participate directly in the Zoom meeting, but they will not have voting privileges. Additional special requests for guests and/or speakers to be admitted may be sent to gsa-feedback@buffalo.edu.
The meeting will also be live streamed via GSA’s Facebook Page for anyone else that is interested in watching the meeting without voting privileges or an official attendance record, as meetings are open to the public.

Buffalo Sabres Hockey Game vs. Tampa Bay Lightning
2025-04-05 19:00 - 22:30 | Key Bank Center, 1 Seymour H Knox III Plaza , Buffalo, NY, 14203, United States
Tickets on sale March 3rd at the UB Ticket Office (online or at 221 Student Union) for $10 each. 2 per UB ID. Limited quantity available. First come, first served.
**DIGITAL ADMISSION TICKETS WILL BE EMAILED OUT 24 HOURS PRIOR TO THE GAME. PLEASE NOTE THAT THE EMAILED TICKET FROM THE UB TICKET OFFICE IS ONLY A VOUCHER, AND WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED FOR ADMISSION BY THE VENDOR.**
**For ticketing/seating questions or requests, please contact the GSA Programming Coordinator (gsa-programming@buffalo.edu) prior to the ticket distribution. All requests will be reviewed on a first come, first served basis.**
**All sales are non-refundable**

Discount AMC Movie Tickets Available
2025-04-07 | NY
GSA will have discount AMC Movie Tickets available for sale on April 7th at the UB Ticket Office (online or in 221 Student Union) for $5 each. 1 per UB ID. Tickets can be used for all movies at AMC theatre locations. Limited quantity available. First come, first served.
*PLEASE MAKE SURE TO PICK UP YOUR PHYSICAL TICKET(S) FROM THE UB TICKET OFFICE IN 221 STUDENT UNION. THE EMAILED TICKET IS ONLY A VOUCHER AND WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED FOR ADMISSION BY THE VENDOR.

Buffalo Bisons Baseball Flex Passes On Sale
2025-04-07 | Sahlen Field, 275 Washington St., Buffalo, NY, 14203, United States
GSA will have flex passes for Buffalo Bisons Baseball Games on sale for $10 each starting on April 7th at the UB Ticket Office (online or in 221 Student Union). 1 per UB ID. Limited quantity available. First come, first served.
Passes include admission to any home game of the 2025 season and $10 in Fastball Cash Cards that can be used for concession purchases.
**PLEASE MAKE SURE TO PICK UP YOUR PHYSICAL TICKETS FROM THE UB TICKET OFFICE IN 221 STUDENT UNION. THE EMAIL CONFIRMATION FROM THE TICKET OFFICE WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED BY THE VENDOR FOR ADMISSIO

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Out of the Darkness Campus Walk and Roll
2025-04-12 | Richmond Quad

Bangladeshi GSA presents Pohela Boishakh
2025-04-13 11:00 - 21:00 | 105 Harriman Hall, 105 Harriman Hall, University at Buffalo, Buffalo, NY, 14260, United States
Bengali New Year Celebration
Tickets on sale now at the UB Ticket Office

Deadline for May Conference Funding Applications
2025-04-15 | NY
All applications for Conference Funding for conferences during the month of May are due by the close of business at 4:30pm.
The GSA Conference Funding Application is now available as an online form on GSA’s UBLinked page. Please note that you must be signed in to UBLinked and “Join” as a member of GSA in order to be able to access the form on the Homepage.
