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'''University at Buffalo''' (UB), officially known as the '''State University of New York at Buffalo''', is a public research university with campuses in Buffalo and Amherst, New York. It is the flagship institution of the [[State University of New York]] (SUNY) system, with a history dating back to its founding in 1846 as a private medical college. Today, UB is one of the largest and most comprehensive universities in the SUNY system, offering a wide range of undergraduate, graduate, and professional degrees.
== University at Buffalo ==


==History==
The '''University at Buffalo''', officially known as the State University of New York at Buffalo, is a public research university with campuses in Buffalo and Amherst, New York. It is part of the State University of New York (SUNY) system. The university was founded in 1846 as a private medical college and became part of the SUNY system in 1962.
The University at Buffalo was founded on May 11, 1846, as the University of Buffalo, a private medical college. It expanded over the years to include the College of Arts and Sciences, the School of Pharmacy, the School of Dental Medicine, and several other faculties. In 1962, it became a public university when it joined the SUNY system.


==Campuses==
== History ==
UB has three campuses: the North Campus in Amherst, the South Campus in Buffalo, and the Downtown Campus, also in Buffalo. The North Campus is the largest and serves as the main academic and administrative center. The South Campus is home to the School of Architecture and Planning, the School of Public Health and Health Professions, and the School of Dental Medicine. The Downtown Campus focuses on research and education in the health sciences, hosting the Jacobs School of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences and the School of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences.


==Academics==
The University at Buffalo was established in 1846 as a private medical school by future U.S. President [[Millard Fillmore]]. The university expanded to include a law school in 1887 and a college of arts and sciences in 1915. In 1962, it joined the State University of New York system, becoming a public institution.
UB offers more than 400 degree programs across its 13 schools and colleges. It is recognized for its research in science, engineering, health sciences, and the humanities. The university is a member of the Association of American Universities, an organization of leading research universities in North America.


===Schools and Colleges===
== Campuses ==
* [[Jacobs School of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences]]
* [[School of Architecture and Planning]]
* [[School of Engineering and Applied Sciences]]
* [[College of Arts and Sciences]]
* [[School of Education]]
* [[School of Management]]
* [[School of Nursing]]
* [[School of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences]]
* [[School of Public Health and Health Professions]]
* [[School of Social Work]]
* [[School of Dental Medicine]]
* [[School of Law]]


==Research==
The University at Buffalo has three campuses:
UB is classified among "R1: Doctoral Universities – Very high research activity". It has numerous research centers and institutes, including the RENEW Institute, focusing on research in energy, water, and the environment, and the Clinical and Translational Science Institute, which aims to translate research into practical healthcare improvements.


==Student Life==
=== North Campus ===
The university has a diverse student body, with students from all 50 states and over 100 countries. UB offers a variety of student organizations, clubs, and recreational activities. Its athletic teams, known as the Buffalo Bulls, compete in the NCAA Division I.


==Alumni==
Located in [[Amherst, New York|Amherst]], the North Campus is the largest of the three and houses most of the university's academic departments and administrative offices. It includes the [[UB Ellicott Complex]], [[Greiner Hall]], and the [[Alumni Arena (UB)|Alumni Arena]].
UB's alumni network is extensive, with over 260,000 alumni worldwide. Notable alumni include Wolf Blitzer, CNN journalist; Terry Gross, host of NPR's Fresh Air; and Millard Fillmore, the 13th President of the United States.


==External Links==
=== South Campus ===
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The South Campus is located in [[Buffalo, New York|Buffalo]] and is home to the university's health sciences schools, including the [[UB Health Sciences Library]]. Notable buildings include [[Clark Hall on UB's South Campus|Clark Hall]] and [[Foster Hall]].
=== Downtown Campus ===
The Downtown Campus is situated in Buffalo's medical corridor and includes the [[Medical Campus]], which focuses on health sciences and research.
== Academics ==
The University at Buffalo offers a wide range of undergraduate, graduate, and professional degree programs. It is known for its research in fields such as engineering, medicine, and the arts and sciences. The university is a member of the [[Association of American Universities]], a prestigious group of research universities in North America.
== Athletics ==
The university's athletic teams are known as the [[Buffalo Bulls]]. They compete in the [[NCAA Division I]] and are members of the [[Mid-American Conference]]. The university's mascot is [[Victor E. Bull]].
== Notable Alumni ==
The University at Buffalo has produced many notable alumni, including:
* [[Wolf Blitzer]], journalist and television news anchor.
* [[Ellen Louise Shulman Baker]], physician and former NASA astronaut.
* [[Chris Scolese]], director of the Goddard Space Flight Center.
* [[Terry Gross]], host and co-executive producer of the radio program "Fresh Air."
* [[Khalil Mack]], professional football player.
== Related Pages ==
* [[State University of New York]]
* [[Buffalo, New York]]
* [[Amherst, New York]]
== Gallery ==
<gallery>
File:University-at-Buffalo-logo-300x300.png|University at Buffalo logo
File:University_at_Buffalo_logo.svg|University at Buffalo logo (SVG)
File:Millard_Fillmore_by_George_PA_Healy,_1857.jpg|Millard Fillmore, founder
File:Pub_Scene_Singing_Alma_Mater.jpg|Students singing the alma mater
File:Early_university_at_buffalo_1900.png|Early university at Buffalo, 1900
File:UB_Student_Introduces_Obama.png|UB student introduces President Obama
File:Clark_Hall_on_UB's_South_Campus.jpg|Clark Hall on UB's South Campus
File:Parker_2.jpg|Parker Hall
File:UBHealth_Sciences_Library.jpg|UB Health Sciences Library
File:Fosterhall2_UB_South.JPG|Foster Hall
File:O'brian.jpg|O'Brian Hall
File:UBsouth_campus_wide_shot.jpg|Wide shot of UB South Campus
File:Medical_Campus.jpg|Medical Campus
File:UB_Ellicott_Complex.jpg|UB Ellicott Complex
File:Greiner_Hall.jpg|Greiner Hall
File:Alumni_Arena_(UB).jpg|Alumni Arena
File:Victor_E._Bull,_November_5,_2013.jpg|Victor E. Bull, mascot
File:Khalil_Mack_University_at_Buffalo_Football.jpg|Khalil Mack
File:Wolf_Blitzer_2011.jpg|Wolf Blitzer
File:Ellen_Louise_Shulman_Baker.jpg|Ellen Louise Shulman Baker
File:Chris_Scolese.jpg|Chris Scolese
File:Terry_Gross.jpg|Terry Gross
</gallery>
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[[Category:State University of New York]]
[[Category:Universities and colleges in New York (state)]]
[[Category:Public universities in New York (state)]]
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Revision as of 01:09, 10 February 2025

University at Buffalo

The University at Buffalo, officially known as the State University of New York at Buffalo, is a public research university with campuses in Buffalo and Amherst, New York. It is part of the State University of New York (SUNY) system. The university was founded in 1846 as a private medical college and became part of the SUNY system in 1962.

History

The University at Buffalo was established in 1846 as a private medical school by future U.S. President Millard Fillmore. The university expanded to include a law school in 1887 and a college of arts and sciences in 1915. In 1962, it joined the State University of New York system, becoming a public institution.

Campuses

The University at Buffalo has three campuses:

North Campus

Located in Amherst, the North Campus is the largest of the three and houses most of the university's academic departments and administrative offices. It includes the UB Ellicott Complex, Greiner Hall, and the Alumni Arena.

South Campus

The South Campus is located in Buffalo and is home to the university's health sciences schools, including the UB Health Sciences Library. Notable buildings include Clark Hall and Foster Hall.

Downtown Campus

The Downtown Campus is situated in Buffalo's medical corridor and includes the Medical Campus, which focuses on health sciences and research.

Academics

The University at Buffalo offers a wide range of undergraduate, graduate, and professional degree programs. It is known for its research in fields such as engineering, medicine, and the arts and sciences. The university is a member of the Association of American Universities, a prestigious group of research universities in North America.

Athletics

The university's athletic teams are known as the Buffalo Bulls. They compete in the NCAA Division I and are members of the Mid-American Conference. The university's mascot is Victor E. Bull.

Notable Alumni

The University at Buffalo has produced many notable alumni, including:

Related Pages

Gallery

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