Building resources to tell history’s untold stories
7/15/21
Lillian S. Williams has devoted much of her career to building archives and organizations to advance the study of Black history, women’s history and local history.
Mapping biodiversity in South Africa
7/15/21
Field biologists and NASA planes will document the distribution and function of species and ecosystems in the region.
How poison shaped medieval Chinese medicine, culture
7/15/21
It might seem contradictory, but UB historian Yan Liu's new book explores a subject that has largely escaped the scrutiny of researchers.
Sea anemones’ diverse diet includes ants
7/15/21
A study led by a UB postdoc describes the gut contents of giant plumose anemones off the coast of Washington.
New College of Arts and Sciences degree programs
6/14/21
The five bachelor's and master's degree programs will provide students with the skills needed to succeed in rapidly developing and expanding professions.
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"The faculty to student ratio allows for you to get to know your professors and get guidance when needed. They also take time to get to know their students, you can tell they truly care."
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Julia P.

Student, Department of Music

"I learned the value of service at UB, and I will be forever grateful that the College of Arts and Sciences allowed me to grow into an educator and artist whose mission is to contribute to my community and help it thrive."
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Faculty, Department of Art

“I loved UB the very first time I visited. I saw the diversity on campus and loved the professors – I knew it was a fit.”
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Student, Department of Media Study

"At UB, our undergraduates are doing work that has historically fallen to grad students, and they're equal to the task."
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Faculty, Department of Theatre and Dance

"The great thing about the College is that everyone has the chance to find their niche. Everyone can find their place, or make their own mark."
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Student, Department of History

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