Incoming Student Resources and Materials
New students will receive communication from their academic advisement team when they are ready to create their schedules. Please watch the videos below to make sure you are prepared to register for classes, and learn more about the many opportunities and resources that will be available to you as a UB student.
Topics:
Learn about enrolling in classes, next steps for new students and what you need to do to register.
Learn about placements tests and how they effect your course placement for the fall.
New Student Tutorial
UB SEAS Resources for New Students
Pathfinder Tool Tutorial
Time Management for College Students
Let us help set you up for success! Gain a distinct advantage before you start your first semester and throughout your first year at UB with our STEM Success Series. Each webinar is tailored to help you thrive both academically and personally—we encourage you to attend as many sessions as you can!
Upcoming Webinars
All events will be accessible via the Zoom link below.
July 1 | Information for International Students, 8:00-9:00 AM (ET)
with Amanda Barbour, Assistant Director of Academic Advising
Special session to support our international student community.
July 8 | UB Curriculum: Plan Your Pathways, 4:00-5:00 PM (ET)
with Allison Suflita, Assistant Director of Academic Advising
Understand the UB Curriculum and how to plan your academic journey.
July 29 | Strategies for Success: Tutoring and Academic Support, 4:00-5:00 PM (ET)
with Eric Comins, Senior Academic Advisor
Discover the academic resources available to help you succeed.
August 5 | How to Find an On-Campus Job, 4:00-5:00 PM (ET)
with Holly Justice & Dave Ferris, Career Design Center
Learn how to search and apply for student jobs on campus.
August 12 | Connect with SEAS Peer Mentors, 4:00-5:00 PM (ET)
Explore mentoring opportunities and how to build strong connections.
Recordings of Past Webinars
Class Schedule 101
with Amanda Barbour, Assistant Director of Academic Advising and Erin MacDiarmid, Assistant Dean for Academic Advising
Learn how to understand and manage your class schedule.
Preparing for Orientation
with Halin Tavano, Assistant Director of Academic Advising & Mayra Lopez-Perez, Senior Academic Advisor, and Erin MacDiarmid, Assistant Dean for Academic Advising
Get ready for orientation and know what to expect.