350 Student Union, Buffalo, NY 14260
E ubsa@buffalo.edu
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Academic Council
Coordinator: Grace Osaba
The Academic Council consists of clubs of an academic nature which allow students to meet other students of their major or interest of study. Academic clubs allow students to continue their learning outside of the classroom and network with professors and professionals, while participating in practical or simply fun events and programs that give students a break from their course load. Many Academic clubs often have guest speakers, aid in the preparation for graduate school or provide opportunities that will allow students to gain a competitive edge on their resume. Academic clubs also allow students to explore fields of study they are potential interested in, helping them to define their educational path.
American Sign Language Club | Anthropology Club | Association of Pre-Medical Students | AxONS Association of Neuroscience Students | Biotechnical and Clinical Laboratory Science Student Association | Communication Undergraduate Student Association (CUSA) | Economics Club | English Club | Entomology Club | Environmental Network | Exercise Science | French Club | Korean Language Club | Korean Student Help Center (KSHC) | Medical Spanish for Pre-health Professional | Minority Association of Pre-Medical Students (MAPS) | Multicultural Nursing SA | Nursing Student Organization | Philosophy, Politics and Economics Club | Political Science Undergraduate Student Association | Pre Meds Without Borders | Pre-Dental Association | Pre-Optometry Association | Pre-Pharmacy Club | Pre-Physician Assistant Society | pre-Student Occupational Therapy Association Club | Pre-Veterinary Association | Public Health Club | Public Speaking Organization | STEM Faith Club for International Students | Student Association for Speech and Hearing (SASH) | The Women's Network: Buffalo | Undergraduate Biology Association | Undergraduate Geology Club | Undergraduate Psychology Association
American Sign Language Club
To provide UB students with a place to learn, practice and become comfortable with ASL. Many people do not recognize that ASL is a language and we will bring awareness to that, as well as, the importance of Def culture, with which it goes hand in hand. We will promote openness and understanding of the culture, as well as, learning the language itself. We hope that students will find excitement in learning a new language and gain the confidence to communicate with those who may use it.
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| Date Established: 11-05-2019 | |
| President: | Sari Arrow |
| Vice President: | Shamona McKenzie |
| Treasurer: | Zac Nicholls |
| Secretary: | Ilsa Kloiber |
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Anthropology Club
To provide information on Anthropology to not only undergraduate anthropology students, but also students who may be undecided about their major. To explore the realm of Biological Anthropology, Cultural Anthropology, Archaeology, and Linguistics. The path of Classics is also relevant when talking about Archaeology also. Our club will aim to have fun while also implementing a learning and open environment for questions. outings to museums will also be something we do as a group!!
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| Date Established: 04-01-2022 | |
| President: | Mary Dixon |
| Vice President: | Andy DAgostino |
| Treasurer: | Gwen Burrows |
| Secretary: | Juliana Dorazio |
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Association of Pre-Medical Students
We are a pre medical/pre health club dedicated to giving pre med and pre health undergraduates opportunities to prepare for professional school and meet like minded students. We offer a shadowing program, a volunteer program, and periodical meetings during which we have social and informational events.
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| President: | Anoop Nilam |
| Vice President: | Sarah Bukahri |
| Treasurer: | Michael Bobick |
| Secretary: | Ethan Tong |
| Advisor: | Michael Morales, moralesm@buffalo.edu, 716-829-3965, 124 Sherman Hall South Campus, UB |
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AxONS Association of Neuroscience Students
To ignite a supportive, unified environment among Neuroscience students/enthusiasts (welcoming non-majors!) as we procure opportunities for academic and professional development. Together, we will explore the field with outstretched arms and a love for learning - beyond the classroom; that is, embracing the intricate beauty of the brain which defines who we are.
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| Date Established: 08-30-2022 | |
| President: | Saleha Mir |
| Vice President: | Olivia Hopko |
| Treasurer: | Chaojing Pan |
| Secretary: | Ilya Tereshkevich |
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Biotechnical and Clinical Laboratory Science Student Association
The Biotechnical and Clinical Laboratory Science Student Association serves as a supportive community for students interested in the clinical science fields. the club will promote a community for advocates through volunteerism, social events, and research.
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| Date Established: 10-31-2022 | |
| President: | Eva Wisniewski |
| Vice President: | Tanvi Dixit |
| Treasurer: | Sophia Guadagnolo |
| Secretary: | Lexi Yamonaco |
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Communication Undergraduate Student Association (CUSA)
The objective of CUSA is to coordinate social, professional, and philanthropic events and projects to enhance UB’s undergraduate communication students' experience. It is designed to increase interaction between undergrad communication students and their professors, and their fellow undergrad students, and aid them in securing a satisfying and fulfilling communication-related job. These goals will be accomplished through events including but not limited to; professional speaker events, marketing campaigns, PR campaigns, trips to professional events in the WNY region, tours of COM-centric businesses, sending students to the National Communication Association, hosting and attending job fairs, etc.
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| Date Established: 09-06-2022 | |
| President: | Dominick Matarese |
| Vice President: | Natalie Pistor |
| Treasurer: | Ashley Triolo |
| Secretary: | Claire Shivinsky |
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Economics Club
The purpose of the Economics club is to spark interest in Economics. We will provide an outlet where people can discuss and learn about various topics within the field of Economics. We will also create an atmosphere where students can engage with their peers and create long-term connections that will benefit their future careers.
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| Date Established: 09-02-2022 | |
| President: | David Medina |
| Vice President: | Ankita Shome |
| Treasurer: | Daniel Viola |
| Secretary: | Andrew Adinolfi |
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English Club
English Club's goal is to bring all of UB's readers, writers, and creatives to one space where all of our interests intertwine. Establishing opportunities for each member to learn and collaborate with one another, whether it is in person or online we all remain connected and mindful of one another.
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| Date Established: 10-14-2021 | |
| President: | Grace Osaba |
| Vice President: | Megan Michalski |
| Treasurer: | Jack Ambrosi |
| Secretary: | April Tamez |
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Entomology Club
To teach all about the importance of insects within our ecosystems, insect anatomy, and insect identification.
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| Date Established: 12-15-2021 | |
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| Vice President: | Jeanne Sebesta |
| Treasurer: | Noah Gerstein |
| Secretary: | Rebecca Kolsch |
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Environmental Network
Promote environmental awareness and activism; promote awareness locally and globally; develop a network of environmental organizations.
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| Location: | SU 370 |
| President: | Tara Perreault |
| Vice President: | Brendan Roller |
| Treasurer: | Kadin Deisenroth |
| Secretary: | Katie Trumble |
| Advisor: | Ira Geffner, Igeffne@buffalo.edu |
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Exercise Science
UB's Exercise Science Club is to strive to elevate the standards of the members, to provide useful opportunities and experiences to students in the health professions as well as promote professional growth of club members and to increase awareness of health related issues in the community.
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| President: | Chris Ruiz |
| Vice President: | Alex Lopez |
| Treasurer: | Alexia Ruiz |
| Secretary: | Hannah Pfeifer |
| Advisor: | Pedro Sotelo-Peryea |
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French Club
The purpose of the French club is to promote the study of the French language and culture, increase awareness of Francophone culture, and have fun with French outside of an academic setting.
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| Date Established: 12-08-2021 | |
| President: | Adam Dounane |
| Vice President: | Mia Jakubczak |
| Treasurer: | Jeronimo Silva |
| Secretary: | Jessica Reale |
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Korean Language Club
Create a formal extracurricular activity for Korean language learning students at the University at Buffalo. Upper-level students will be able to help lower-level students with their language learning process as well as help each other. Main activities will include vocabulary and grammar review, as well as conversational practice. Once a month, there will also be a brief covering of current events in South Korea. The club will also try to connect with some Korean exchange students at University for language exchange.
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| Date Established: 04-01-2022 | |
| President: | Kaitlyn Flynn |
| Vice President: | Hannah Smith |
| Treasurer: | Ryan Rohrbach |
| Secretary: | Ainsley Rose |
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Korean Student Help Center (KSHC)
1. Help new students (freshmen and transfer) to settle into UB easily.
2. Give a peer-to-peer perspective to exchange students who are coming to UB or going to a Korean University.
3. Connecting current students and new students who are in the same major so they can support each other and continue.
4. Support international students who need help with language barriers.
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| President: | Aron Park |
| Vice President: | Sungjun Cho |
| Treasurer: | Sungwook Sohn |
| Secretary: | Jiun Kim |
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Medical Spanish for Pre-health Professional
The goal of the club will be to build a bridge between the Spanish language and the pre-Health departments here at the University at Buffalo. We strive to inform and teach the student body important medical terminology in Spanish along with important information about the Healthcare systems of other Spanish-speaking countries.
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| Date Established: 09-15-2022 | |
| President: | Cerissa Shorter |
| Vice President: | Maryam Kirch |
| Treasurer: | Emily Eng |
| Secretary: | Alexandra Cuatlayo |
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Minority Association of Pre-Medical Students (MAPS)
To provide underrepresented pre-medical students with knowledge skills and experience that are both prerequisite and concomitant to professional participation in healthcare fields.
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| President: | Julia Quan |
| Vice President: | Nayab Mesfun |
| Treasurer: | Embely Farinango |
| Secretary: | Nicole Agbo |
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Multicultural Nursing SA
To meet the needs of minority students in the school of nursing; provide a channel of communication between minority students and administration. Meet bi-weekly 125 Kimball.
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| President: | Vanshika Khattar |
| Vice President: | Marie Bacungan |
| Treasurer: | Samantha Kinnaird |
| Secretary: | Lily Phengsomphane |
| Advisor: | Adrian Juarez, juarezad@buffalo.edu, 716-829-3218 |
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Nursing Student Organization
Purpose is to aid in the preparation of nursing students for professional responsibilities on a school and community level. Provide unity and fellowship promote support for students.
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| Location: | Wende 08 |
| President: | Elizabeth Mahaney |
| Vice President: | Jillian Fisher |
| Treasurer: | Griffin Sullivan |
| Secretary: | Katie Annable |
| Advisor: | Mimi Haskins, haskins@buffalo.edu, 716-829-3231 |
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Philosophy, Politics and Economics Club
The purpose of the Philosophy, Politics, and Economics club is to promote the new PPE program at UB and to serve as an organized body where all students can meet to discuss the disciplines of philosophy, politics, and economics and how the three intertwine to create what is known today as the modern American political landscape.
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| Date Established: 02-22-2022 | |
| President: | Michael Xenos |
| Vice President: | Valerie Juang |
| Treasurer: | Maddy McCormack |
| Secretary: | Robert Caputi |
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Political Science Undergraduate Student Association
The mission of the PSUSA is to provide students of Political Science with a forum for discussion in an all-inclusive environment. The PSUSA also aims to expand students' knowledge of and participation in politics at the local, state, and national levels. The club is furthermore committed to raising political awareness and serving the community.
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| Date Established: 01-03-2022 | |
| President: | Emily Barber |
| Vice President: | Kaitlyn Flynn |
| Treasurer: | Paul Dolce |
| Secretary: | Jasmin Gill |
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Pre Meds Without Borders
Pre-Meds Without Borders is a medically based club focused on creating a platform to discuss heath care both in the U.S. and abroad. By establishing partnerships and coordinating with local non profits, we continue to provide a place for emerging leaders in the pre-medical field to make meaningful contributions in their community and the greater global community.
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| President: | Kamya Shah |
| Vice President: | Danielle Hurtado |
| Treasurer: | Paige Lammers |
| Secretary: | Bhakti Kulkarni |
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Pre-Dental Association
Provide information assistance opportunities to students interested in pursuing a future in dentistry or dental related professions. Foster kinship among members.
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| Location: | SU 325 |
| President: | Zofia Rozmus |
| Vice President: | Khrystyna Adam |
| Treasurer: | Bryce North |
| Secretary: | Jacob Barry |
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Pre-Optometry Association
UB Pre-optometry Association is a club devoted to students on the pre-optometry track at UB! It is dedicated to supporting students interested in applying to OptomCAS, studying for the OAT, or looking to learn more about this healthcare field.
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| Date Established: 03-08-2023 | |
| President: | Heraa Arshad |
| Vice President: | Angelica Perez |
| Treasurer: | Isabella Dennison |
| Secretary: | Mollie Friar |
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Pre-Pharmacy Club
The purpose of Pre-Pharmacy Club is to educate University at Buffalo Undergraduates who are interested in pursuing a career in pharmacy. We will provide opportunities for student to further themselves in the field of pharmacy. Some of which would be resume workshops, informative panels, interview preparation , and more.
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| Date Established: 11-05-2019 | |
| President: | sean kaw |
| Vice President: | fatimah alkhafaji |
| Treasurer: | sufyan el kortas |
| Secretary: | nina zheng |
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Pre-Physician Assistant Society
To give pre-PA students opportunities and experiences for learning about the application process and the profession. This club will benefit the Undergraduates of UB by offering educational opportunities and speakers as well as community outreach and service activities. These speakers will either be current PA's or representatives of colleges, offering a questions/answer session over Zoom about their PA program. Overall, it will serve as an outlet for those who want to pursue the PA path and what steps they can take to achieve this as it is an overwhelming process.
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| Date Established: 05-04-2022 | |
| President: | Anna Testa |
| Vice President: | Vienna Volpe |
| Treasurer: | Fattimah Fakih |
| Secretary: | Emily Eichner |
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pre-Student Occupational Therapy Association Club
Provide pre-Occupational Therapy majors the opportunity to socially engage with each other and professional Occupational Therapy Major students. Provide pre-Occupational Therapy major students the opportunity to participate in community service efforts in the Buffalo area. Inform the University at Buffalo community of the role of occupational therapy professionals in the healthcare field.
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| Date Established: 03-03-2022 | |
| President: | Isabella Peralta |
| Vice President: | Yelisse Jaramillo |
| Treasurer: | Abby Obrist |
| Secretary: | Riley Guy |
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Pre-Veterinary Association
Pre-Vet students that attend UB are forced to find opportunities and assistance elsewhere due to the lack of support they receive from pre-health advisors and superiors alike. A pre-vet club at UB would allow students interested in this field to communicate with their peers that are passionate about pursuing a similar career. Members of the club would be able to discuss their experiences in the veterinary field and how to find various opportunities that allow them to not only make their applications stand out, but also broaden their career options in regard to their professional speciality. This club would entail of weekly/biweekly meetings that would include discussions about applying to vet school, volunteering with animals of different interests, and fundraising/donating to animal shelters or rescues in need.
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| Date Established: 10-01-2021 | |
| President: | Alexis Cohen |
| Vice President: | Madison Niespodzinski |
| Treasurer: | Tori Cobane |
| Secretary: | Amanda Petrarchi |
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Public Health Club
The purpose of the Public Health Club is to provide undergraduate students interested in the field of Public Health a platform to network with other students and faculty, learn about various Public Health issues globally and in our community, and volunteer for Public Health related organizations. Additionally the club will act to inform and educate the University at Buffalo community on relevant Public Health concerns.
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| Date Established: 11-16-2018 | |
| President: | Puspa Sabu |
| Vice President: | Alexa Lubin |
| Treasurer: | Alexis Park |
| Secretary: | Aria Grisham |
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Public Speaking Organization
The purpose of this organization is to enhance your public speaking by giving a speech on any topic in an environment where there is no place to be judged.
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| Date Established: 02-20-2023 | |
| President: | Fatima Khan |
| Vice President: | Haiqa Khan |
| Treasurer: | Shohely Anonna |
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STEM Faith Club for International Students
The purpose of the proposed club is to provide support and encouragement to students of faith during the academic studies.
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| Date Established: 02-20-2023 | |
| President: | Jason Chen |
| Vice President: | Kai Zhang |
| Treasurer: | Jiarui Li |
| Secretary: | Jesus Bailon |
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Student Association for Speech and Hearing (SASH)
To provide educate undergraduate students about graduate CDS programs, community service and how to make the most out of their degree.
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| President: | Helena Miller |
| Vice President: | Kaitlyn Silvernail |
| Treasurer: | Zoe Pezouvanis |
| Secretary: | Veronica Duran |
| Advisor: | Erin O’Brien Wilson, erinwils@buffalo.edu |
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The Women's Network: Buffalo
The Women's Network: Buffalo (TWN-Buffalo) was created for ambitious women looking to grow professionally while being lifted by their community. TWN-Buffalo offers opportunities to gain exposure to the professional world, network with high-profile speakers, and meet peers around their campus and the country.
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| Date Established: 01-30-2023 | |
| President: | Ruth-Ann Saddler |
| Vice President: | Rebbeca Mainviel Boniface |
| Treasurer: | Gabriela Llamoca |
| Secretary: | Sanskriti Bansal |
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Undergraduate Biology Association
| The UBA aims to encourage experiential learning in the biological sciences through the promotion of community service and research. The club hopes to foster a positive environment for students to become more involved with the biological sciences and related fields. |
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| Club E-Mail: | ubsa-uba@buffalo.edu |
| President: | Brendan Roller |
| Vice President: | Kamya Shah |
| Treasurer: | Sanjida Riea |
| Secretary: | Daniel Bedoya |
| Advisor: | Dr. Koudelka, koudelka@buffalo.edu, (716) 645-4904 |
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Undergraduate Geology Club
Develop and practice skills necessary to become competent and successful geologists. Prepare students for entering the field of geology.
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| Club E-Mail: | ubsa-geology@buffalo.edu |
| Location: | Cooke 126 |
| President: | Christopher Garbutt |
| Vice President: | Derek Zurenda |
| Treasurer: | Kit Cross |
| Secretary: | Raheeb Hasan |
| Advisor: | Dr. Jason Briner |
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Undergraduate Psychology Association
To promote the study of and interest in psychology in and beyond the university setting.
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| Location: | Park Hall 212 |
| President: | Emma Covillon |
| Vice President: | Nicole Guzman |
| Treasurer: | Hanaa Joumad |
| Secretary: | Julia Neimeier |
| Advisor: | Christa Greenberg, cmgreen@buffalo.edu, 716-645-3650 |
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