Events Calendar
COMMUNITY HEALTH DAY at Buffalo Museum of Science
10:00 am - 2:00 pm
Buffalo Museum of Science 1020 Humboldt Pkwy, Buffalo, NY 14211
10:00 am - 2:00 pm
Buffalo Museum of Science 1020 Humboldt Pkwy, Buffalo, NY 14211
"Do the best you can until you know better. Then when you know better, do better."
-Maya Angelou
Pride Parade - Join us!
Students, faculty, staff, alumni and friends are invited to join UB's contingent in the Buffalo Pride Parade for our second time!
UB students, faculty, staff, and alumni, along with family and friends, will march in one University at Buffalo contingent. Cheer from the sidelines if you cannot march!
When and where? Sunday, June 7, 2026. Participants should arrive at Buffalo State University no later than 10 a.m. The parade begins at 11 a.m. and marches down Elmwood Avenue from Forest Avenue to Allen Street.
Who? Any UB student, faculty, staff or alumni, along with family and friends of any UB affiliate are welcome and encouraged to join!
Specific parade day arrival and participation instructions will be distributed via e-mail to those who register. Learn more about the Buffalo Pride Parade at: buffalopride.org/the-parade/
The UB parade contingent is coordinated by the LGBTQ Faculty and Staff Association and the Office of Alumni Engagement with support from the Office of Inclusive Excellence and Student Life.
Juneteenth Festival - Cheer and join us at the Health Pavillion
Juneteenth of Buffalo is celebrating their 50th years anniversary, a half century of celebrating freedom, resilience, and the rich cultural heritage of Buffalo’s African American community. Born from the Emancipation Proclamation, Juneteenth marks the abolition of slavery and the triumph over oppression. It is a testament to liberation, cultural heritage, and the enduring resilience of African Americans.
In commemoration of Juneteenth, UB is excited to announce that we will be marching in the Buffalo Juneteenth Parade and we invite students, faculty, staff, alumni, friends and family to join us!
The Juneteenth Parade will take place on Saturday, June 13, 2026 at 10 a.m. Parade groups will line up between 8:30-9 a.m. Further parade specifics for the UB group will be shared via email ahead of the parade date for the registered marchers.
If you cannot join the marchers, you can cheer from the sidelines at the Health Pavillion in the corner of N. Fillmore and E. Park Avenues.
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, August 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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