Fall Fest at Becker Farms
2022-10-08 10:00 - 19:00 UTC | NY
Tickets on sale September 6th at the UB Ticket Office (online or at 221 Student Union) for $10 each. 2 per UB ID. Tickets must be used on Saturday, October 8th only and include pumpkin or apple picking, 1 beer or wine token, and access to all other available farm activities. Check out www.beckerfarms.com for more information.
PLEASE NOTE: The email voucher you receive must be exchanged for the Becker Farms wristband and drink ticket at the UB Ticket Office in 221 Student Union. The QR code from the Ticket Office WILL NOT be accepted for admission.

Javier Avila Lecture
2022-10-11 18:00 - 19:00 | Center for the Arts, Center for the Arts, University at Buffalo, Buffalo, NY, 14260, United States
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Distinguished Speaker Series presents Ken Jeong
2022-10-11 19:00 - 21:00 | Center for the Arts, Center for the Arts, University at Buffalo, Buffalo, NY, 14260, United States
Ken Jeong

Actor, “The Hangover;” “Knocked Up;” & “Community” | Comedian | Producer

Free tickets available for graduate students starting September 26th through the UB Ticket Office. 1 per UB ID.

Public Ticket Information

Tues., October 11, 2022 at 7:00 p.m.
Center for the Arts, UB’s North Campus

More About Ken Jeong

Known for his scene stealing abilities, actor, producer, writer and comedian Ken Jeong has established himself as one of today’s top comedic stars. Since his feature film debut playing the doctor in “Knocked Up” in 2007, Jeong has gone on to create memorable roles on both TV and film.
Jeong can currently be seen as a panelist on “The Masked Singer,” the hit show that received an Emmy nomination in the category of Outstanding Competition Program in 2020. Jeong is also the host and executive producer of “I Can See Your Voice,” as well as a panelist on “The Masked Dancer.” We’re calling Wednesday “Kensday.” The actor can recently be seen in Mike Meyers’ Netflix limited series “The Pentaverate” alongside Meyers, Keegan-Michael Key, Debi Mazar, Richard McCabe, Lydia West and Jennifer Saunders. The comedy series is about a secret society that has been working to control world events since 1347. Jeong can also recently be seen in Will Arnett’s “Murderville,” Netflix’s new series where Arnett and his celebrity guests improvise their way through a murder investigation without a script.
Up next, Jeong will be seen in AppleTV+’s “The Afterparty” alongside Elizabeth Perkins, Zach Woods, Paul Walter Hauser, Poppy Liu, Anna Konkle, Jack Whitehall and Vivian Wu, as well as returning stars Tiffany Haddish, Sam Richardson and Zoë Chao. Season 2 will revolve around a murder at a wedding, with Richardson and Chao taking on lead duties solving the crime, and Haddish back as Detective Danner.
Prior to headlining “Kensday” on FOX, Jeong starred on ABC’s “Dr. Ken,” where he was the creator, writer and executive producer. He also was a series regular on the critically acclaimed NBC show “Community” from 2009-2015, which won the Critics’ Choice Award for Best Comedy Series in 2012. In 2015, Jeong directed an ESPN 30 for 30 documentary “Student Athlete,” and he also starred in and produced the Sundance award-winning film “Advantageous” which received an Independent Spirit Award nomination.
In addition to his work on “Dr. Ken” and “Community,” the actor can be seen on TV hits such as “The Office,” “Entourage” and “Curb Your Enthusiasm.” In 2008, Jeong had his first major film role opposite Paul Rudd and Seann William Scott as the villain in David Wain’s “Role Models.” That same year he also appeared in the cult comedy hits “Pineapple Express” and “Step Brothers.” In May of 2009, Jeong appeared as the Asian-mobster “Mr. Chow” in the sleeper-hit comedy “The Hangover” also starring Bradley Cooper, Ed Helms and Zach Galifianakis, which earned Jeong an MTV Movie Award in 2010, and the film itself won The Golden Globe for Best Comedy/Musical and Critics’ Choice Award for Best Comedy in 2010. The film was the highest-grossing R-rated comedy to date, with over $467 million worldwide, only to be trumped by “The Hangover II,” which grossed $581 million worldwide. Jeong reprised his iconic role in “The Hangover III.” His other film credits include “Crazy Rich Asians,” “Pineapple Express,” “Step Brothers,“ “Ride Along 2,” “Transformers: Dark of the Moon,” “Couples Retreat,” “Goosebumps 2” and “Tom & Jerry” among a steady list of roles.
Jeong has lent his voice to a plethora of animated films and was recently heard in Netflix’s Oscar- nominated “Over the Moon,” Warner Brothers’ “Scoob,” and Disney’s “Lady and the Tramp.” Jeong’s other voice over credits include “The Casagrandes,” “Wonder Park” and “My Little Pony,” among a lengthy list.
In February 2019, Jeong returned to his stand-up roots for his first-ever hit Netflix comedy special, “Ken Jeong: You Complete Me, Ho,” which earned him a People’s Choice nomination for The Comedy Act of 2019. Filmed at The Ice House Comedy Club in Pasadena, California, where Jeong first got his start in comedy, the special reflects on how he went from being a doctor to a comedy superstar. He opens up about how his wife’s courageous battle with breast cancer led to him starring in one of the biggest comedy franchises of all time, “The Hangover,” and more recently, “Crazy Rich Asians.”
Jeong’s career path started off on a different course. He earned his undergraduate degree at Duke University and went on to get his medical degree at the University of North Carolina. Jeong completed his internal medicine residency in New Orleans all the while developing his comedy. In 1995, Jeong won the Big Easy Laff Off. The competition, which was judged by former NBC President Brandon Tartikoff and Improv founder Budd Friedman, turned out to be his big break as Tartikoff and Friedman urged Jeong to head to Los Angeles.
Jeong dedicates his spare time to volunteering with Stand Up 2 Cancer, which is a cause very close to his heart. Jeong has also been very outspoken on the rise in racism and hate crimes against the AAPI community in the last year. He is using his platform to call attention to these issues and advocate for change in hopes of having a lasting impact. He currently resides in Los Angeles with his wife and twin daughters.

Deadline for November Conference Funding Applications
2022-10-15 | NY
All applications for Conference Funding for conferences during the month of November 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.

University Wide Recognition Deadline
2022-10-15 | NY
2022-2023 University-wide recognition process (done every year on UBLinked) will open for GSA-recognized clubs on Monday, August 1, 2022, at 12:01 a.m. Your recognizing agent has set your club’s re-registration period to close on Saturday, October 15, 2022, at 11:59 p.m.
This process provides clubs and organizations with more support and access to institutional resources. The formal policy is found here and outlines its purpose, benefits of recognition, eligibility requirements, responsibilities of organizations, and non-discriminatory practices. This document provides evidence that university-wide recognition is proven through an up-to-date and university approved UBLinked page.
Failure to complete the registration form by the deadline will result in a complete loss of the following for the student organization:

Access to the University at Buffalo name and logo
Access to funding from the Mandatory Student Activity Fee if recognized by a student government
Ability to reserve/rent space on campus for events and meetings
Access to vendor and lobby tables in the Student Union
Privilege to conduct fundraising activities on campus
Financial services through a University Fiscal Agent
Eligibility to participate in all membership recruitment opportunities
Access to the organization’s UBLinked page

The loss of benefits will last until the organization re-registers during the following re-registration window, which will open on August 1, 2023.
Be sure to maintain current information on UBLinked

Maintain current contact information of all officers, advisors, and liaisons.
Maintain a current roster of active members.
Maintain a current copy of your organization’s constitution and by-laws, including those organizations external to the University with which the group may be affiliated.

More information on information related to clubs and organizations here at UB and our recognition process, can be found at the website below:
Information for Clubs and Organizations
REGISTRATION PROCESS

When you log on to your group’s UBLinked page you will be prompted to re-register your organization.

Please keep in mind that only executive board members or primary contacts can re-register an organization. Please contact your executive board if you are not listed in an executive board position on UBLinked. E-Board members will be able to update the roster.
If your organization has not elected a new executive board, you must still re-register your organization before the deadline of October 15, 2022. If you will be holding your organization elections after August 1, 2022, but before October 15, 2022, you can wait to re-register your organization until the next executive board is elected. I recommend updating the roster, then sending this email over to the new e-board and having them re-register the organization. Please be sure to log back in to UBLinked to update the executive board once elections are over.

From there it will provide you with a list of organizations you manage. Click the organization you would like to re-register. This will take you to a new page that will offer a button that reads “Re-Register An Organization.” Click that button to continue.
You will then be prompted to update your club/organizations general information. This includes the following:

Organization Description
Website Info
Contact Information (Please do not put your personal information)

The next step relates to the Organization Roster. You will be asked to update executive board member positions. Select the position, and then list the person’s name and e-mail in their respective areas. You will not be able to move on until all the required positions are filled. You must click add in between the entry of each position.

The only mandatory position for every student organization is the Events Coordinator. This can be one or multiple individuals. The Events Coordinator will serve as the liaison between the organization and the university regarding events. The person/people that hold this position will be the only individuals that can create events and reserve space using UBLinked.

You will then review the roster. We highly recommend removing members who have left or graduated or adding any new members that have expressed interest in joining. In some cases, no changes will need to be made.
Next, upload the most recent version of your organization constitution or bylaws. The constitution you upload must be the most recent constitution approved by your recognizing agent. This is where many student organizations get stuck. Please be sure this is accurate. You can always reach out to the GSA before you re-register to ensure you are using the approved constitution the GSA has on file.
Next upload a profile picture that accurately depicts your organization. This can be of students, or an organization logo.
Finally, you’ll complete the additional information. This includes:

Official Name
Primary Contact for Organization (typically an executive board member)
Primary Contact’s email address
The Organization’s Recognizing Agent (GSA)

November Group Funding Applications Deadline
2022-10-19 | NY
Application materials are due for Special Activities, Interdepartmental Activities, Symposium, Community Outreach and Scholarly Publication funding for events occurring after the November Board of Directors meeting. All application materials due by the close of business at 4:30pm.

Club Recognition Application Deadline
2022-10-26 | NY
According to the mandate of the Graduate Student Association (GSA) Board of Directors, Special Interest and International Clubs must apply for annual recognition. Recognition must take place at one of the FALL GSA Board Meetings (September 7, October 5, November 2, or December 7).
All application materials are due by the close of business at 4:30pm to have your club’s recognition considered at the November 2nd Board Meeting.

Finance Committee Meeting
2022-10-26 18:30 - 20:30 | NY
Finance Committee meeting to review group funding requests for events to take place in November or later.

November Board of Directors Meeting
2022-11-02 18:00 - 21:00 | Online via Zoom
The November 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, November 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.

Java Junction
2022-11-04 11:00 - 13:00 | 145 Student Union
Free Tim Horton’s coffee and doughnuts for graduate students in 145C&D Student Union.

Chemical & Biological Engineering Graduate Research Symposium
2022-11-04 13:00 - 17:00 | Center for the Arts, Center for the Arts, University at Buffalo, Buffalo, NY, 14260, United States

Discount AMC Movie Tickets Available
2022-11-07 | NY
GSA will have discount AMC Movie Tickets available for sale on November 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.

UB Science and Health Policy Networking Event
2022-11-10 12:00 - 13:00, 2022-11-17 12:00 - 13:00 | Online via Zoom
On Thursday November 10th and Thursday November 17th from 12PM-1PM the UB Science and Health Policy Club will be hosting two online networking events. Please register for these events using this link.
These sessions will include a 15-to-30-minute presentation from our presenters on their career paths and what steps they took to land positions inside and outside of academia.
These sessions will take place on zoom, and you will receive a link following your registration. Please let us know if you have any questions. Thanks, and we look forward to seeing you virtually!

Buffalo Sabres Hockey Game vs. Boston Bruins
2022-11-12 19:00 - 22:00 | Key Bank Center, 1 Seymour H Knox III Plaza , Buffalo, NY, 14203, United States
Tickets on sale October 10th at the UB Ticket Office (online or in 221 Student Union) for $10 each. 2 per UB ID. 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.

Deadline for December Conference Funding Applications
2022-11-15 | NY
All applications for Conference Funding for conferences during the month of December 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.

Distinguished Speaker Series presents Marie Yovanovitch
2022-11-15 19:00 - 21:00 | Center for the Arts, Center for the Arts, University at Buffalo, Buffalo, NY, 14260, United States
Marie Yovanovitch

Former U.S. Ambassador to Ukraine | Best-Selling Author of
“Lessons from the Edge”

Free tickets available for graduate students starting October 31st through the UB Ticket Office. 1 per UB ID.

Public Ticket Information

Tues., November 15, 2022 at 7:00 p.m.
Center for the Arts, UB North Campus

More About Marie Yovanovitch

The former U.S. ambassador to Ukraine and best-selling author of the memoir “Lessons from the Edge” shares insights on the region and the current crisis as well as experiences from her 33-year career in the U.S. Foreign Service.
Marie Yovanovitch served three times as U.S. ambassador, most recently in Kyiv as the U.S. ambassador to Ukraine. Previously, she served as U.S. ambassador to the Kyrgyz Republic (2005-2008) and the Republic of Armenia (2008-2011). She retired from the Foreign Service in 2020 and is currently a senior fellow at the Carnegie Endowment for International Peace and a non-resident fellow at the Institute for the Study of Diplomacy at Georgetown University.
Born into a family that survived both Soviet and Nazi terror before emigrating to the U.S., Yovanovitch rose to the top of her profession in the crucible of the former USSR. Following early assignments in Moscow, London, Ottawa and Mogadishu, she served as deputy director of the Russia desk and then, as a career member of the Senior Foreign Service, she was named deputy chief in Ukraine. Within the Department of State, Yovanovitch has worked on the Russia desk, the Office of European Security Affairs and the Operations Center. She also served as the dean of the School of Language Studies at the Foreign Service Institute, U.S. Department of State and as the deputy commandant and international advisor at the Dwight D. Eisenhower School for National Security and Resource Strategy, National Defense University.
Yovanovitch earned the Senior Foreign Service Performance Award eight times and the State Department’s Superior Honor Award on nine occasions. She is the recipient of two Presidential Distinguished Service Awards and the Secretary’s Diplomacy in Human Rights Award. Following her retirement, Yovanovitch received the Trainor Award for Excellence in the Conduct of Diplomacy from Georgetown University, the inaugural Richard G. Lugar Award from Indiana University, the 2020 PEN/Benenson Courage Award from Pen/America, the Morgenthau Award from the Armenian Assembly of America, the American Spirit Award for Distinguished Public Service from the Common Good, and the Paul H. Douglas Award for Ethics in Government.
In early 2022, Yovanovitch’s memoir, “Lessons From The Edge,” was an instant New York Times best-seller. The late Madeleine Albright called the book “A brilliant, engaging, and inspiring memoir from one of America’s wisest and most courageous diplomats—essential reading for current policymakers, aspiring public servants, and anyone who cares about America’s role in the world.”

Elevate Presentation Skills: Workshop for International Graduate Students
2022-11-18 13:30 - 17:00 | 102 O’Brian Hall, Buffalo, NY, United States
Dear UB International Graduate Students and TAs,
We are sending this message to invite you to join us for the workshop focused on

Communication techniques in academic/professional settings
The delivery of a well-organized presentation in a classroom or at a conference
Intonation and rhythm patterns in American English
Recognize your strengths to overcome challenges in communicating with the audience

A variety of activities are included in the workshop to help our international graduate students and TAs to deliver effective presentations and host dynamic discussions in academic and professional settings. This workshop is also an excellent opportunity for international TAs to enhance cross-cultural interactions with their students.
We serve food and beverages during the intersession breaks!
DATE: Friday, November 18th
TIME: 1:30 – 5 P.M.
LOCATION: O’Brian Hall 102, North Campus
Registration link: https://ubgse.iad1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_0AHnVGuPyTTA8DQ
Given the design of the workshop, we offer limited seats – the registration will be closed when all seats are filled. Please register ASAP!
Feel free to contact us at yueqiuzh@buffalo.edu for any further information about the workshop.

December Group Funding Applications Deadline
2022-11-22 | NY
Application materials are due for Special Activities, Interdepartmental Activities, Symposium, Community Outreach and Scholarly Publication funding for events occurring after the December Board of Directors meeting. All application materials due by the close of business at 4:30pm.
PLEASE NOTE: This is the final deadline for all Scholarly Publication funding requests for the 2022-2023 academic year.

Tough Talks: Communication Strategies for Difficult Situations
2022-11-22 12:00 - 13:00 | Online via Zoom
Dear graduate students,
The ability to navigate difficult conversations and situations is necessary for your work, community and personal life, but they can be uncomfortable and challenging.
Join us on Tuesday, Nov. 22, from 12-1 p.m. for Tough Talks: Communication Strategies for Difficult Situations, presented by Counseling Services. This workshop will be virtual.

Learn how to navigate difficult conversations with peers, mentors, faculty and staff.
Leave with concrete strategies for productive dialogue and clear communication.
Be able to approach difficult conversations with more confidence in the future and resolve conflict.

Register for Tough Talks: Communication Strategies for Difficult Situations.
This workshop is in partnership with the Graduate School and Counseling Services. All graduate students are welcome to attend.

Fall Recess
2022-11-23 - 2022-11-26 | NY

GSA Closed
2022-11-23 - 2022-11-25 | NY
The GSA office will be closed for Fall Recess.

Disney's Aladdin at Shea's Performing Arts Center
2022-11-27 13:00 - 17:00 | Shea’s Performing Arts Center, 646 Main Street, Buffalo, NY, 14202, United States
Tickets on sale September 26th at the UB Ticket Office (online or at 221 Student Union) for $20 each. 2 per UB ID. 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.

Club Recognition Application Deadline
2022-11-30 | NY
According to the mandate of the Graduate Student Association (GSA) Board of Directors, Special Interest and International Clubs must apply for annual recognition. Recognition must take place at one of the FALL GSA Board Meetings (September 7, October 5, November 2, or December 7).
All application materials are due by the close of business at 4:30pm to have your club’s recognition considered at the December 7th Board Meeting.

Finance Committee Meeting
2022-11-30 18:30 - 20:30 | NY
Finance Committee meeting to review group funding requests for events to take place in December or later.

Java Junction
2022-12-02 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.

Discount AMC Movie Tickets Available
2022-12-05 | NY
GSA will have discount AMC Movie Tickets available for sale on December 5th 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.

December Board of Directors Meeting
2022-12-07 18:00 - 21:00 | Online via Zoom
The December 7th 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, December 7th 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.

Last Day of Fall Classes
2022-12-09 | NY

Buffalo Bills Football Game vs. New York Jets
2022-12-11 13:00 - 17:00 | Highmark Stadium, 1 Bills Dr., Orchard Park, 14127, United States
Tickets on sale November 7th at the UB Ticket Office (online or at 221 Student Union) for $25 each. 1 per UB ID. Limited quantity available. First come, first served.
*The UB Ticket Office will be sending out digital tickets to the game. Please just note that the emailed receipt from the UB Ticket Office is only a voucher to secure your purchase and will not be accepted for admission by the vendor.*
All sales are non-refundable.
