Welcome Class of 2025

Graduates and their guests take photos near the Hayes Hall on South Campus in May 2024.

Congratulations new graduate! As you continue your bold journey after commencement, we've got the resources for you to take the next steps forward. Welcome to the UB alumni family and Go Bulls!

Countdown to Commencement Events

Hey Class of 2025 — the countdown is on! Don’t miss these events as we celebrate your final days at UB and get you ready to walk across that stage! Check out more events here.

UB Sketched Together with Class of 2025

Wednesday, April 16, 6:30-8 p.m. and Wednesday, April 23, 8-9:30 p.m.

Class of 2025 graduates are invited to this unique event to be sketched together virtually with friends! Free to attend! 

Grad Cap Decorating

Tuesday, April 22, 2-5 p.m. in the Harriman Ballroom; Wednesday, April 30, 2-5 p.m. in Student Union 145; Monday, May 5, 4-7 p.m. in Student Union 145

Come decorate your caps for graduation with the Office of Alumni Engagement. Supplies will be provided, just bring your creative minds!

Sign-A-Bull

Sign-A-Bull is a UB tradition that invites graduating students to leave their mark by signing a buffalo statue. Students who are graduating in 2025 are able to sign the bull at one of our in-person events or virtually from wherever they are in the world!

Stay tuned for #UBClassOf2025 Sign-A-Bull info!

Toast To Class of 2025

Tuesday, May 6, at 12, 3 and 6 p.m. in the Center for the Arts Atrium

Join UB Student Engagement for a toast to UB's Class of 2025.

UB Founders Day Celebration

Thursday, May 8, 5:30-7:30 p.m. at Resurgence Brewing Company

Celebrate UB's 179th birthday! Use promo code "2025" to attend for $5. Register today to join the celebration.

Grad Cap Design Contest

Participate in the 6th annual graduation cap design contest for a chance to win prizes and a grand prize of a $250 UB diploma frame from for both Best in Show and Runner-Up winners. Submission details coming soon!

Church Hill Classics Diploma Frames

Congratulations, Class of 2025! You earned it, now frame it. $25 off any UB frame $150+. Visit diplomaframe.com/buffalo and use code UBHornsUp. Officially licensed, USA-made by Church Hill Classics.

You earned it—now frame it! Show off your UB pride with a Church Hill Classics diploma frame that’s as bold as your degree.

Resources for Your Future

  • Meet fellow grads near you in the US
    8/24/22
    Wherever you go, chances are you'll run into a proud UB Bull! Get involved with one of the regional networks across the US and keep your connection strong.
  • Meet fellow grads near you around the world
    3/28/22
    Wherever you go, chances are you'll run into a proud UB Bull! Connect with one of our international networks across the globe.
  • Connect-a-Bull
    5/23/24
    Announcing UB’s new online engagement platform, , which creates a space for alumni and students to connect with one another throughout their career journey. 
  • Webinars
    11/3/23
    Learn direct from from industry experts on relevant and timely topics that can help you in any stage of your life or career.
  • Volunteer
    8/4/22
    UB alumni continue to lead the charge as trailblazers in their fields and responsible citizens in their communities. Together, we feed children, revitalize homes, package supplies for our less-fortunate neighbors and more.

Quick Links

There is a lot to do as you make the transition from a UB student to a UB graduate. Below are some quick ways to stay connected to your UB family.  

Graduates and their guests take photos near the Hayes Hall on South Campus in May 2024.

Update Your Alumni Information

2025 Graduating Class Campaign

Support the Graduating Class Campaign and earn a philanthropy cord! With your gift of $20.25 to the Graduating Class Campaign, you can:

  • Join a Bulls tradition. The Graduating Class Campaign touches every area of campus. No matter your major or extracurricular activities, previous gifts made by students and alumni have affected your college experience.
  • Steer the future. By making your gift, you help ensure that future students can create their own unique UB experiences – just like you did.
  • Bleed blue. Wear green. Your participation shows your pride in UB and the education you received, setting a powerful example for students and alumni.

Members of the graduating class who support the university with a gift of $20.25— representing their class year—will receive a special green honor cord to wear at Commencement symbolizing their gift to future Bulls.

Technology Checklist for Leaving UB

Your subscription to US-provided software like Microsoft 365 ends six months after graduation. This will not affect you if you are a continuing and actively enrolled student.

  • Use UBmail for six months after graduation: Accounts and contents will be removed after six months. Be sure to backup any data you want to save to a personal email.
  • Get transcripts anytime: You never lose access to MyUB and HUB, so your UB transcripts and more are always available at myub.buffalo.edu.
  • Backup your OneDrive an UBbox files: To save your work from UB, you'll need to download your files and move them to personal storage.

Learn more from UB Information Technology.

Upcoming Events

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The College of Arts and Sciences afternoon commencement ceremony on May 21, 2023 at Alumni Arena. This ceremony celebrates undergraduates in the Humanities and Social Sciences.
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