350 Student Union, Buffalo, NY 14260
E ubsa@buffalo.edu
P (716) 645-2950
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The Special Interest Council uses an educational, social, cultural or recreational approach to look at various religious, political and social justice organizations. It also facilitates the interests of students that want to be involved in community service. These clubs showcase their interests through educational meetings, guest speakers, cultural events and social activities. All Student Association clubs are open to all Undergraduate Student and welcome people of varying viewpoints to join.
American Sign Language Club
The purpose of the American Sign Language (ASL) Club is to learn ASL or to refine one's skills. It will also be a safe space to learn more about the deaf community and come together to raise awareness and make friends.
Date Established: 10-24-2023 | |
President: | Katie Daugherty |
Vice President: | Ayden Peters |
Treasurer: | Sasha Pena |
Secretary: | Emma Porlier |
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Amnesty International
As an organization at the University at Buffalo, we strive to protect, promote, and raise awareness of human rights. Amnesty International is a global movement of people fighting injustice and promoting human rights. We work to protect people wherever justice, freedom, truth, and dignity are denied. Amnesty International is currently the largest grassroots human rights organization, we investigate and expose abuses, educate and mobilize the public, and help transform societies to create a safer, more just world.
Date Established: 12-08-2023 | |
President: | Jason Barnes |
Vice President: | Jasmin Gill |
Treasurer: | Alex Olen |
Secretary: | Zanaya Hussain |
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Brothers and Sisters in Christ (BASIC)
Encourage UB students faculty and staff to develop their full potential as Christians in today's world and society.
President: | John Reynolds |
Vice President: | Amy Choi |
Treasurer: | Jordan Purrington |
Secretary: | Orlando Colon |
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Cake Club
The purpose of the Cake Club is to unite students of different cultures through cake. The Cake club strives to provide a comfortable space for students to de-stress, meet others, and learn about different cultures. Cake isn't just food, it is enjoyed internationally but it holds a different meaning in every culture.
Date Established: 10-22-2021 | |
President: | Sarah Lo |
Vice President: | Tanvir Fuad |
Treasurer: | Winnie Lam |
Secretary: | Adrianna Lo |
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Children Moving Forward
The purpose of our club is to give back to members in our community who need help moving forward on their paths through life. By volunteering at local foster homes and women's shelters in the Western New York area, we hope to spread positive change.
Date Established: 08-22-2023 | |
President: | Alexandra Wyman |
Vice President: | Dmya Turner |
Treasurer: | Ana Quispe |
Secretary: | Emma Ajang |
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Circle K
Circle K International (CKI) is the premier collegiate and university community service, leadership development, and friendship organization in the world. With more than 13,770 members in 17 nations, CKI is making a positive impact on the world every day.
Circle K clubs are organized and sponsored by a Kiwanis club on a college or university campus. CKI is a self-governing organization and elects its own officers, conducts its own meetings, and determines its own service activities.
CKI blends community service and leadership training with the opportunity to meet other college students around the world. Projects such as the Six Cents Initiative, CKI’s International fundraiser that aims to provide water to the 2.2 billion children worldwide who lack safe drinking water, bring CKI members together to make a difference in the world.
Club E-Mail: | ubsa-circlek@buffalo.edu |
Location: | SU 370 |
President: | Sara Dembski |
Vice President: | Sofie Melledy |
Treasurer: | William Dong |
Secretary: | Jesiah Zarzuela |
Advisor: | Bruce Pivetz, bpivetz@yahoo.com, (580) 399-4361 |
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College Democrats
We are a political and social club at UB dedicated to Liberal ideals and political discussion/debate. We engage in volunteering. In addition we have many social outings such as camping road trips and day trips.
Location: | SU 316 |
President: | |
Vice President: | Desmond Chan |
Treasurer: | Annika Easaw |
Secretary: | Cas Schiller |
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Emergency Services Club
To educate the populace regarding Emergency Services by providing information sessions and workshops (CPR, AED, Narcan, etc.) hosted by professional first responders. We also hope to unite students who have an interest in emergency preparedness or may want to pursue a career in emergency services.
Date Established: 11-07-2019 | |
President: | Evon Smith |
Vice President: | Priya Chaudhuri |
Treasurer: | Alexie Wilson |
Secretary: | Riya Alex |
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Gospel Choir
Club E-Mail: | ubsa-ubgc@buffalo.edu |
Location: | SU 302 |
President: | Shiniah France |
Vice President: | Marilisse Diaz |
Treasurer: | Amuche Ude |
Secretary: | Taelor Desnoes |
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IGNITE
The purpose of IGNITE at UB is to increase the political ambition, civic engagement, and leadership skills of its members to build the next generation of women leaders. This chapter will benefit those interested in politics and civics by presenting opportunities for members to hear guest speakers, learn more about politics, and engage in civic discourse.
Date Established: 11-10-2022 | |
President: | Alisha Allison |
Vice President: | Helene Obonga Tongunga |
Treasurer: | Farrelle Toumani |
Secretary: | Shayonna Oaks |
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Islamic Relief
Islamic Relief of the University at Buffalo (Islamic Relief UB) is a chapter of the greater organization of Islamic Relief of the United States of America (Islamic Relief USA). Islamic Relief UB is a nonprofit student organization that will provide a space for young college students to contribute to their community on a local, national, and international level. Islamic Relief UB helps to organize charity campaigns centered around various realms such as education, emergency response, food aid, health, microfinance, orphans, water accessibility, and winter aid, among others. The UB chapter of Islamic Relief looks to not only partake in Islamic Relief USA’s initiatives but to also aid the local Buffalo community by volunteering, providing community service, and working to create new programs throughout the region. Islamic Relief UB seeks to encourage students to improve themselves as global citizens and provide them with hands-on experience with humanitarian relief efforts.
Date Established: 08-22-2023 | |
President: | Suha Chowdhury |
Vice President: | Fatima Makama |
Treasurer: | Sadiah Dina |
Secretary: | Hannah Rashad |
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Jewish Student Union
Preserve and promote Jewish identity dignity and pride. Address problems affecting Jewish culture. Overcome stereotypes. Promote Jewish leadership through education.
Club E-Mail: | ubsa-jsu@buffalo.edu |
Location: | SU 374 |
President: | Hudson Hort |
Vice President: | Aidan Lutz |
Treasurer: | Stephanie Newberger |
Secretary: | Abby Schaal |
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Lending A Paw
Not everyone can foster a dog, especially us who are undergraduates. However, many want to help dogs in need in any way they can. Buddy's Second Chance Rescue saves dogs from high-kill shelters to have them come to a foster home here in Buffalo. From Buffalo, these dogs need permanent homes so Buddy's offers events and activities for these foster pups. However, these foster parents have lives of their own and cannot make it to every event due to outside obligations. That is where we would come in. As a member of this organization, we would help set up and break down events as well as bring foster dogs from their foster homes to the even if their foster parent was not available to take them. We would also raise awareness for the program and fundraise where we can, and every cent would go towards Buddies. This would allow more people to find out about Buddies and have more fosters a part of the program and with the college students' help, it would help pups find a permanent and loving home. Events help the pups get adopted. Save a dog today one event at a time!
Date Established: 10-24-2023 | |
President: | Natalie Grzejka |
Vice President: | Alex Carvalho |
Treasurer: | |
Secretary: | Holden Meza |
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LGBTA
Lesbian/Gay and Bisexual Transgender Alliance. Establish a safe space on campus to facilitate understanding among all students; provide an organization sympathetic to concerns.
Club E-Mail: | ubsa-lgbta@buffalo.edu |
Location: | SU 323 |
President: | A Garry |
Vice President: | Spencer Gough |
Treasurer: | Fen Stanczyk |
Secretary: | Rouge Rodriguez |
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Medicine Through Literature
Our book club will focus on reading books related to healthcare and then discuss various aspects of healthcare which are not talked about enough. We will read books about racism, equity, and disparity in health care and then we will discuss how we as future health care workers can contribute to the improvement of healthcare. We will be reading books like “Black Man in a White Coat,” “Being Mortal” and “An American Sickness.”
Date Established: 04-24-2023 | |
President: | Chidinma Nworisa |
Vice President: | Maymuna Akter |
Treasurer: | Saviour Ameyaa |
Secretary: | Saidah Dina |
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Mixed Student Association
Our mission is to create an inclusive community that allows mixed students to share their experiences and learn more about what it means to be a mixed student at UB. Whether it be mixed racially, culturally, religiously, etc. Our association aims to facilitate a space so students can come together and discuss the everyday challenges of being mixed and help our Buffalo community.
Date Established: 04-24-2023 | |
President: | William Bievenue |
Vice President: | Alexander Holmes |
Treasurer: | Geffrey Alpers |
Secretary: | Daysia Augustin |
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Model Congress
The purpose of UB Model Congress is to educate the campus community about the inner workings of the United States' Congress, and how the legislative branch works. The club will also strengthen student's debate skills and speaking skills, through Congressional simulations, events, and other activities.
Date Established: 10-05-2023 | |
President: | Dani Mannan |
Vice President: | Rowan Dobson |
Treasurer: | Avery Butler |
Secretary: | Nour Jaber |
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Model European Union
Model European Union gives students interested in political science and diplomacy a field to practice debating policy in a simulated environment. Not only will students have the opportunity to participate in simulated political discussions, but Model European Union will also offer opportunities to practice policy writing and defense and opportunities to get involved and familiar with other political science students and students from related departments.
Date Established: 10-05-2023 | |
President: | Ryan Rohrbach |
Vice President: | Emily Barber |
Treasurer: | Grant Ashley |
Secretary: | Louis Taravella |
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Model United Nations
Enlighten and expand a student's knowledge of the role of the United Nations plays in solving crucial world problems. Observe and practice through meetings the role the United Nations has today and throughout history has impacted the world through policy making and spirited discussions. To demonstrate knowledge retaining to historical issues, current world problems, and an appreciation for all world cultures.
Date Established: 09-08-2022 | |
President: | Noah Harvey |
Vice President: | Brendon Rodriguez |
Treasurer: | |
Secretary: | Louis Taravella |
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Morgan's Message
Morgan’s Message strives to eliminate the stigma surrounding mental health within the student-athlete community and equalize the treatment of physical and mental health in athletics. We aim to expand the dialogue on mental health by normalizing conversations, empowering those who suffer in silence, and supporting those who feel alone.
Date Established: 12-08-2023 | |
President: | Emily Croisdale |
Vice President: | Sabrina Hallberg |
Treasurer: | Adriana Velasquez |
Secretary: | Lily Hinchcliffe |
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Muslim SA
Promote and strengthen cultural ties among Muslim students at UB. Support activities and better understanding and cooperation in the University and community.
Club E-Mail: | msabuffalo@gmail.com |
Location: | SU 320 |
President: | Laibah Mir |
Vice President: | |
Treasurer: | Rasil Sohail |
Secretary: | Hana Muqtadir |
Advisor: | Faizan Haq, haq@buffalo.edu, 716-923-4390 |
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Pentecost Students and Associates (PENSA)
The purpose of this organization shall be to: 1. i) Organizing church services on selected days; on campus to satisfy the needs of students who cannot attend their home churches. ii) Coordinate for members to visit nearby mother churches in the area, where it is unable to host services on campus. 2. Organize a minimum of one student-oriented program at least once a year (e.g. Seminars, Symposia, Retreats and Prayer meetings). 3. Network with other PENSA organizations from member colleges in the United States and attend events. 3. Attend annual PENSA conferences organized by PENSA USA when possible. 4. Embark on an effective form of evangelism to reach out to our fellow students and professionals who have not accepted Christ as their personal Savior. 5. Conduct water and Holy Ghost baptism (by Pastors) for students in fulfillment of a general objective of helping students grow in the Lord. 6. Engage in charitable activities and perform Community Services to fulfill our mission and to present PENSA as a faith-based organization in the nation. 7. Embark on effective follow-up services and post-conferences activities within the assemblies to train and encourage those who gave their lives to Christ, had water and/or Holy Spirit baptism during PENSA events to grow in faith and serve the Lord. 8. In due time, maintain a PENSA website, which will include but not limited to: i. Discussion Forum ii. Bible Research Page iii. Prayer Request iv. Scripture of the day v. Devotionals vi. Links to other Pentecostal Organizations. vii. Links to other Christian Web pages
Date Established: 12-07-2023 | |
President: | Sheldelynn Asamoah |
Vice President: | Alex Bonsu |
Treasurer: | Herschel Appiah-Bediako |
Secretary: | Magdalene Baah |
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Pilots Association
To bring together and train aviation enthusiasts in a virtual environment as well as help each other understand aviation as a discipline and a hobby.
Date Established: 10-27-2016 | |
President: | Eli Jenkinson |
Vice President: | Liam Reimer |
Treasurer: | Amy Meisenzahl |
Secretary: | SJ Navaid |
Advisor: | John L. Crassidis |
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Product Space
The purpose of Product Space is to cultivate communities in the realm of product and nurture the upcoming generation of product leaders. The organization aims to provide an environment where members can develop meaningful relationships, lead with empathy, and work collaboratively with their peers. Product Space focuses on exposing members to various topics within product, upholding values of community, growth, and empathy, and accommodating diverse perspectives and paths to success.
Date Established: 10-30-2023 | |
President: | Wasif Khan |
Vice President: | Kyle Lai |
Treasurer: | Cameron Toy |
Secretary: | Lawrence Yao |
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Red Cross Club
The purpose of establishing a Red Cross Club would be to not only develop leadership skills but also address community needs and demands that would otherwise not be met. Those who join this benevolent organization are seeking to provide assistance and comfort to the community. Red Cross is also a great way to form relationships with peers and community members alike.
President: | Jeremiah Villa |
Vice President: | Matthew Renieris |
Treasurer: | Tiffany Wang |
Secretary: | Maryah Groomes |
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Sikh SA
Our club is a religious group that aims to help create a welcoming community on our campus by incorporating the values of the Sikh religion, such as 'Seva', meaning volunteerism, 'Sangat', meaning a supportive community, and 'Sikhi', meaning education/spiritual development.
Date Established: 08-22-2023 | |
President: | Ravneet Sood |
Vice President: | Manpreet Singh |
Treasurer: | Waaris Hundal |
Secretary: | Ravleen Kaur |
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Students for Justice in Palestine
Our purpose of renewing this club is to bring awareness to the ongoing struggles occurring in present-day Palestine, as well as to spread and allow people of all cultures to enjoy the richness of Palestinian tradition. We look to create an open atmosphere for the UB community to be able to connect with each other through numerous meetings/events representing Palestine.
Date Established: 09-20-2023 | |
President: | Adam Aref |
Vice President: | Majd Ayoub |
Treasurer: | Adam Raiyan |
Secretary: | Yousef Ahmed |
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The Underground Reader's Club
Open to all Majors: We come together every fortnight to read all mediums and formats! We support students with resources that help them be well-rounded (and well-rested) individuals and also encourage mindful, non-academic literacy in the UB community.
Date Established: 05-10-2022 | |
President: | Kenya Lindo Cruz |
Vice President: | |
Treasurer: | Afifa Roja |
Secretary: | |
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True Blue
True Blue provides services to the University at Buffalo in attempts to bring consistency and improvement to the attendance of the student sections at University athletic events. in doing so, this organization will attempt to make the athletic events a fun atmosphere while showing support for the athletic teams
President: | Zianna Gorton |
Vice President: | Marijane Cadden |
Treasurer: | Emma DeForest |
Secretary: | Alexis Lichtenberger |
Advisor: | Elaine Russell, elaineru@buffalo.edu, (716) 645-5038 |
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Turning Point USA
To identify, educate, train, and organize students to promote the principles of freedom, free markets, and limited government.
Date Established: 03-15-2022 | |
President: | Aisha Bechir |
Vice President: | Chelsea Buitron |
Treasurer: | Alexander Heymann |
Secretary: | Cassius Young Mandiak |
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UNICEF Unite Club
UNICEF (United Nations International Children’s Emergency Fund) Unite Club at the University at Buffalo will be a part of UNIFEF’s global project of mobilizing volunteers from all walks of life and every corner of the country in pursuit of one common goal: to ensure a better world for every child. UNICEF Unite club aims to activate the local community by advocating, building community, fundraising, and speaking out for UNICEF’s child survival work in over 190 countries.
Date Established: 10-31-2022 | |
President: | Maymuna Akter |
Vice President: | Ayesha Jannat |
Treasurer: | Ryan Seonarain |
Secretary: | Sajeda Be |
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Vegan Club
1) To provide vegans and vegetarians on campus with an opportunity to meet fellow like-minded individuals. Activities include vegan potlucks, vising local vegan restaurants, attending farmers' markets and other activities requested by members.
2) To organize outreach on the benefits of a plant-based diet-health benefits, saving our environment, and animal rights. These outreach events will include our vegan potlucks, guest speakers, tabling etc.
3) To provide the UB community an opportunity to learn about veganism and the various issues that accompany them. Meetings will include table talks where the club will give particular topics and members will have an academic discussion to spread their knowledge on the issue. Anyone can ask questions to deepen their understanding of what it means to be a plant-based. Anyone can present on a topic if requested; our meetings, movie screenings, and speakers will be very informative.
Date Established: 09-24-2021 | |
President: | Nicholas Abbott |
Vice President: | Noah Jenkins |
Treasurer: | Ivy Gulakiw |
Secretary: | Dakota Mettler |
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Women's Awareness Alliance
To create a safe space for women, educate them on local and national involvement, promote safety and having a voice as well as be active members at the University at Buffalo.
Date Established: 08-22-2023 | |
President: | Amanda Casale |
Vice President: | Elexa Custance |
Treasurer: | Katherine Gaynor |
Secretary: | Ryan Piken |
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Women's Healthcare and Wellness Association
To promote and advocate for the healthcare and wellness of all women. We will provide people with updated sex-specific health information through a holistic approach to empower women in our community.
Date Established: 05-10-2022 | |
President: | Daysia Augustin |
Vice President: | Hana Samad |
Treasurer: | Dior Gillins |
Secretary: | Reilly Donovan |
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Young Americans for Freedom (YAF)
1. To engage in activities that are of an educational, cultural, recreational or social nature and relate to the general principles of Young Americans for Freedom, a project of the Young America’s Foundation.
2. To provide an environment for the students of UB to learn about United States history, the United States Constitution, individual freedom, a strong national defense, free enterprise, and traditional American values through student activities, on-campus lectures by local and national speakers, and service efforts for our local US military and veterans.
Date Established: 02-01-2017 | |
President: | Justin Hill |
Vice President: | Patrick Wilkinson |
Treasurer: | Jacob Cassidy |
Secretary: | Amelia Slusarz |
Advisor: | James Campbell, jcampbel@buffalo.edu, (716) 645-8452 |
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350 Student Union, Buffalo, NY 14260
E ubsa@buffalo.edu
P (716) 645-2950
F (716) 645-2112