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Accepted Students


Get ready to launch into SEAS
 
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You earned a seat at UB because of your potential—to develop your future, to help shape UB, and to contribute your unique gifts to the universe. From the extraordinary pool of talented students who applied this year, in the end, we were looking for you. We are so excited to welcome you to UB!

Why choose UB's School of Engineering and Applied Sciences?

Small school atmosphere, big university benefits

We have designed your first year to combine large-school opportunity with a small-school sense of belonging. You’ll have the resources of a major research institution – like cutting-edge facilities and faculty at the forefront of their fields – as well as the opportunity to work together on small teams to learn how engineers approach and model real world problems.

Discover Real-World Opportunities

Real-world opportunities

Learning by doing is the key to our students' success. In the School of Engineering and Applied Sciences, we encourage our students to take advantage of the life-changing opportunities happening around them every day. 

What is experiential learning?

Experiential learning opportunities let you apply your knowledge and insight within real-world contexts outside the classroom. You'll gain a heightened sense of civic responsibility, sharpen your critical thinking skills and share your unique talents, interests and passions. 

An extra boost before lift-off

Need a little extra calc prep? Here, you can gain a distinct advantage before you start your first semester and throughout your first year at UB with our STEM Success Summer Bridge Program. Summer Bridge provides:

  • A free virtual calculus preparatory experience led by SEAS faculty
  • Peer Mentoring for the summer, fall, and spring semesters of your first year
  • Guaranteed enrollment in Academic Small Group support for critical first-year courses (calculus for engineering and computer science students, and chemistry for engineers).

When: July and August, 2024
Time Commitment: 2-3 hours per week studying calculus fundamentals 
Location: Zoom

Support from launch to graduation and beyond

Jennifer Paterson and Amari Yarber, SEAS Student Success Coaches.
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Maker-spaces like no other

UB offers a multidisciplinary cleanroom with class 1000 space and class 100 working areas – a facility well-equipped for electronic device research, processing and development, materials characterization, microfabrication and other processes. Within these highly controlled environments, pollutants and airborne particles are minimized through extensive filtration systems.
Our buildings house a number of computer laboratories and classrooms, supported by Science and Engineering Node Services. 
The Design Studio comprises a Reverse Engineering Lab (RevEng Lab) and the DaVinci Lab. The studio consists of a variety of tools, measurement devices and materials to support tinkering via product teardown, ideation and modification. Concepts can be implemented through the complementary tinkering spaces.
The Digital Manufacturing Lab houses a variety of 3D printing/ additive manufacturing technologies, software and capabilities for modeling and digital design, and manufacturing and analysis. Home to high-definition 3D digital scanners, desk-top and professional grade printers, the lab provides capabilities for precision rapid prototyping, tooling and manufacturing of 3D objects and parts.
The Electronics Tinkering Lab has scheduled hours for students to work on fabrication and tinkering with electronics under guidance from lab supervisors. Students will learn a range of skills and tools, including bread boarding, soldering, circuit design and simulation software, and power supplies and function generators.
The SEAS Engineering Machine Shop supports experimental research, student clubs and course requirements. This recently renovated facility features a new CNC lathe and CNC milling machine, three new engine lathes with digital readouts, a TIG welder, a 3D printer, and a modern conference room. Highly skilled staff provide technical support for faculty, staff and students. 
The Materials Characterization Lab offers equipment for liquid, powder, surface and bulk materials characterization, as well as expert analytical services for product quality assurance, failure analysis, and forensic evaluations. 
The motion-based driving simulator is a high-fidelity tool for training, education, and transportation and behavioral research. The 6-DOF motion platform, 360º degree visual display system and interactive driver controls create an authentic driving experience.
The Stevens Center is a collaborative meeting space for undergraduates made possible by the generosity of Scott and Coleen Stevens and a UB President’s Circle grant. The space is accessible to all SEAS undergrads during regular business hours (Monday through Friday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.). Afterhours and weekends, the space is accessible to juniors and seniors via UB swipe card.
The University at Buffalo's Structural Engineering and Earthquake Simulation Laboratory provides research services for the Department of Civil, Structural and Environmental Engineering, MCEER, and R&D services for industry.

Meet your advisor

Our advisors assist students in meeting their academic and career goals through student-centered, holistic advisement services that span personal, social, financial, emotional, cultural and ethnic spheres. 

  • Amanda Barbour, PhD
    4/5/24

    Assistant Director for Academic Advisement
    Specialty Areas: Coordination of Readmission Review and International Student Experience

  • Jon Bonebrake
    4/5/24

    Senior Academic Advisor
    Specialty Areas: Instructional Videos and Tutorials
    Caseload: Ca-Ch, G, H

  • Michele Brown
    2/14/24

    Senior Academic Advisor  
    Specialty Areas: Internal SEAS major/minor change requests, MBA Combined Degree 
    Caseload: A, J, Mi-Mt, Pr-Pz, MBA

  • Marvin Smith
    2/14/24

    Senior Academic Advisor
    Specialty Area: Subsequent Students, Continuing Student & Transfer Admissions
    Caseload: Ba-Bq, D, SBSQ, EIO

     

  • Natalie Foster
    3/25/24

    Senior Academic Advisor
    Specialty Areas: Readmission
    Caseloads: I, K, Ma-Mh

  • Eric Comins
    2/14/24

    Senior Academic Advisor
    Specialty Areas: Incoming International Students, Thematic and Global Pathways
    Caseload: U, V, W, X, Y, Z, ITU

  • Alyssa Crofts
    3/25/24

    Senior Academic Advisor  
    Specialty Areas: Onboarding first year international students
    Caseloads: C, N

  • Erin MacDiarmid
    4/8/24

    Assistant Dean for Undergraduate Advisement
    Specialty Area: SEAS Student Athletes 
    Caseload: Pa-Pq, Athletes

  • Lynn Noel
    2/14/24

    Senior Academic Advisor
    Specialty Area: Veterans Advisement
    Caseload: Bu-Bz, L, O, Veterans

  • Jane Sinclair
    2/14/24

    Senior Academic Advisor
    Specialty Areas: Transfer Student Admissions and Articulations
    Caseload: E, Mu-Mz Q, T

  • Allison Suflita
    4/8/24

    Assistant Director for Academic Advisement
    Specialty Areas: Coordination of Admissions Review and Transfer Student Experience
    Caseload: S

  • Halin Tavano, PhD
    2/19/24

    Assistant Director for Academic Advisement
    Specialty Area: Central Advisement Communications and Coordination of Advisement Planning
    Caseload: F, R

See for yourself

Sign up for a tour of SEAS, or attend one of our upcoming events for accepted students. 

The School of Engineering and Applied Sciences hosts morning information sessions and tours for prospective undergraduates on select dates throughout the year. Each program includes a brief presentation by one of our academic advisors describing available academic programs, popular experiential learning and academic support options, and admissions information. Sessions will begin at 9:00 A.M. and end around 11:30 A.M.

In addition to the SEAS events below, the university also hosts many in-person and virtual events for accepted students and transfer students. Visit the UB Office of Admissions website to learn more.

Upcoming SEAS Events Past SEAS Events
  • Summer Bridge Program Webinar

    Date: April 23, 2024 at 6:00 PM

    Come and learn more about our STEM Success Summer Bridge Program that provides students with a free 5 week virtual pre-calculus course, peer mentoring throughout the first year, and small group support for critical first year courses!

  • Experiential Learning Webinar

    Date: April 22, 2024 at 4:00 PM

    Come and learn about the Experiential Learning Programs in the School of Engineering and Applied Sciences and how they help students develop professionalism and a practical perspective by connecting the classroom to the real world! Hear about our opportunities, maker spaces, and overall professional development offered by SEAS!

  • Industrial Engineering Department Webinar

    Date: April 3, 2024 at 4:00 PM

    Come and speak with faculty and department representatives to learn more about your program, its curriculum, and outside of the classroom experiences available!

  • Computer Science and Engineering Department Webinar

    Date: April 3, 2024 at 3:00 PM

    Come and speak with faculty and department representatives to learn more about your program, its curriculum, and outside of the classroom experiences available!

  • Materials Design and Innovation Department Webinar

    Date: April 2, 2024 at 4:00 PM

    Come and speak with faculty and department representatives to learn more about your program, its curriculum, and outside of the classroom experiences available!

  • Electrical Engineering Department Webinar

    Date: April 2, 2024 at 3:00 PM

    Come and speak with faculty and department representatives to learn more about your program, its curriculum, and outside of the classroom experiences available!

  • Chemical and Biological Engineering Department Webinar

    Date: March 28, 2024 at 5:00 PM

    Come and speak with faculty and department representatives to learn more about your program, its curriculum, and outside of the classroom experiences available!

  • Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering Department Webinar

    Date: March 28, 2024 at 4:00 PM

    Come and speak with faculty and department representatives to learn more about your program, its curriculum, and outside of the classroom experiences available!

  • Biomedical Engineering Department Webinar

    Date: March 27, 2024 at 4:00 PM

    Come and speak with faculty and department representatives to learn more about your program, its curriculum, and outside of the classroom experiences available!

  • Civil and Environmental Engineering Department Webinar

    Date: March 27, 2024 at 3:00 PM

    Come and speak with faculty and department representatives to learn more about your program, its curriculum, and outside of the classroom experiences available!

  • Engineering Science (DEE Department) Webinar

    Date: March 26, 2024 at 3:00 PM

    Come and speak with faculty and department representatives to learn more about your program, its curriculum, and outside of the classroom experiences available!

  • Women in Science and Engineering (WiSE) Webinar

    Date: March 25, 2024 at 4:00 PM

    The Women in Science and Engineering (WiSE) program at UB provides support and extracurricular opportunities for UB students in STEM fields who identify as women. Our goal is to improve the recruitment, retention and success of women in STEM fields because greater diversity produces better science and solutions. Come learn about us and how you can join!

  • Accepted Parent Chat #2

    Date: March 21, 2024 at 6:00 PM

    Join us for a conversation with School of Engineering and Applied Sciences (SEAS) leadership to help answer your questions about your student's journey to SEAS and UB!

  • Accepted Parent Chat #1

    Date: March 6, 2024 at 6:00 PM

    Join us for a conversation with School of Engineering and Applied Sciences (SEAS) leadership to help answer your questions about your student's journey to SEAS and UB!

Take the next step

Talented. Passionate. Diverse. Creative. Driven. These are just a few words that describe our newly admitted students, and you’re one of them. You earned a seat at UB because of your potential—to develop your future, to help shape UB, and to contribute your unique gifts to our larger society. This is UB’s tradition of excellence, and we’re so proud that you’re part of it.

Now, it’s time to officially become a UB student. Follow these important steps to enroll.

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