"Do the best you can until you know better. Then when you know better, do better."
-Maya Angelou
Puerto Rican & Hispanic Day Parade... March with Us!
Join the Jacobs School of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences at the 2026 PR and Hispanic Day Parade and Cheering Squad Registration on Saturday, Aug. 15, 2026.
Cannot walk in the parade, but still want to support? No problem! You can help us celebrate our colleagues and friends that are marching and bring the enthusiasm to the spot where all we will be cheering for UB while they pass through!
What to bring? Wear your UB Blue top or any UB gear you have, bring any noise maker you can come up with and if you need to sit down, bring your lawn chair.
Who? Any UB student, trainee, faculty, staff or alumni, along with family and friends are welcome and encouraged to join!
Where? Niagara Square (details will be shared as soon as we get assigned our marching spot!)
What time? 10:30 a.m. Street parking is difficult, so the more time you give yourself to find a parking spot, the better. Public or alternative transportation and carpooling is encouraged.
The Heart of The Team - New Staff Recognition
We invite you to participate with your recognition to our amazing staff at the Jacobs School.
Any staff member at the Jacobs School that excels in their role, influencing significantly the success of any department or unit, and that it is deserving of recognition at the School level.
- Provide specific and impactful examples
- Highlight moments where they show initiative or innovation going above and beyond their role
- Describe in detail what difference have they made for students or the community
- Show how they excel consistently (not just once!)
- Reinforce why they are uniquely deserving
Once your nominee is selected, we display the reasons for each nomination on the monitors of the Jacobs School and the CTSI building throughout the year.
Community Events Participation
The Jacobs School has been invited to take part in several exciting community events this summer, and we would love for you to join us! You can get involved by volunteering your time or leading an activity that engages the community and helps us share the spirit of the Jacobs School.
We have several events planned and would greatly appreciate your participation. Please sign up to be part of these meaningful experiences.
As the event dates approach, we’ll provide more detailed logistical information. In the meantime, feel free to reach out with any questions at smbs-inclusion@buffalo.edu.
Thank you in advance for your support. We look forward to connecting with you and making a positive impact in the Western New York community!
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