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Chasing M’s and a dream: Bills safety Damar Hamlin’s visit to UB

Hamlin shared his story on the Center for the Arts’ main stage Thursday night as the final speaker in UB’s ‘24-25 Distinguished Speakers series. He reflected on his journey of rebuilding both his mental and physical health following his cardiac arrest in early 2023, as well as his commitment to community building and living by his motto, “Chasing M’s.”

Don’t Eat Your Greens — Wear Them

Learn all about what to wear this St. Paddy's day. Grab some green, gold or even pink and pair it with your favorite accessories for a festive look. 

‘African Diaspora’— Celebrating South African culture through taste-testing

“Taste Thursdays” are a way for the IDC to promote inclusion, highlight a local business and have fun with the student body. 

Breaking into more than just Pointe Shoes: A conversation with Misty Copeland

On Wednesday night, Copeland graced the Center for the Arts mainstage as the third speaker in UB’s ‘24-’25 Distinguished Speaker series, sharing more about her nontraditional path and remarkable triumphs.

How to celebrate your 21st in Buffalo

Ringing in the late birthday queens, kings and royalty, most UB seniors have turned 21. Early graduates, this doesn’t apply, sorry. For fourth-years, it’s time to pass the torch and give some advice on how to ring in your twenty-first. 

Playing with bubbles and identity: Resident artists at the Hunt Art Gallery

On the other side of those windows lives the Hunt Art Gallery. Resident artists Mojo Banjo, Emma Brittain, Paulie!, Emma Stanton and Cecilia Beavers showcased their creations made during their six-month residency at the gallery on Saturday.

What should ‘UB’ this Halloween?

Here are some Buffalo and UB-inspired Halloween costumes to guide you through this spooky season.

UB women’s rugby’s got talent

Ginuwine’s hit song “Pony” normally isn’t normally heard through the halls of UB’s Natural Science’s Complex (NSC). UB women’s rugby changed the norm of both the NSC and their high stress sport when they let loose Friday night in NSC 210, performing and bonding through the team’s talent show.

Safeguarding democracy: staying informed this election season

Voting by mail, early voting, electronic machines and AI Robo calls are all impacting American elections. Keeping track of new election phenomena and understanding them are confusing. This is why political scientists and election scholars Connor Dowling, Shawn Donahue, Christy McCormick and Jacob Neiheisel came together in UB’s Center for the Arts to discuss safeguarding democracy in America.

Recap: Donald Trump and Kamala Harris’ first presidential debate

UB students and professors gathered in Student Union (SU) 120 and over Zoom to watch and discuss the first presidential debate between Vice President Kamala Harris and former President Donald Trump on Sept. 10.  Here’s what each candidate had to say:

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Artists Left to Right: Mojo Banjo, Emma Brittain, Paulie!, Emma Stanton and Celia Beavers

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