On Wednesday night, top employees from different local companies shared experiences and input on how to earn money after college at the "Show Me the Money" seminar. One of the first things on a graduate's mind is making a lot of money and paying off debt accumulated from college.
Greg Mortenson, co-author of Three Cups of Tea, spoke to UB students, faculty and members of the Western New York community at Alumni Arena Wednesday night.
The pressure of finding a job after graduating often brings students to the edge of the proverbial cliff. During his third "Don't Jump!
I was surprised to see the crescent moon shining down on me as I walked to my car across campus Monday after class.
Negotiating salary and benefits when landing a full-time job can be a daunting task. Wednesday at 4 p.m., various industry professionals will speak to UB students about various salary negotiating strategies and show them the proper tools for the start of successful careers. A panel of experts will expose the techniques that are vital in obtaining the best offer possible when landing a job. Joe Kuchera, a human resources representative from Unifrax, Michelle Plesh, a human resources representative from Goodyear Dunlop, Susan Stamp, the V.P.
Greg Mortenson, a philanthropist, world-renowned author and Nobel Peace Prize nominee, will enlighten the Western New York Community about his quest to change and impact the lives of children in Middle-Eastern countries Wednesday night at Alumni Arena. The co-author of Three Cups of Tea, a New York Times best-selling novel and the 2010 UB Reads selection, has been striving to promote peace through books while bringing both education and hope to communities.
Don't try telling this professor that the dog ate your homework. Dr. Mark Frank, a professor in the communication department, has been analyzing lies and nonverbal communication for most of his life.
What if UB offered an opportunity for a student to win up to $13,000 this weekend? Would that be something you're interested in? UB Fall Crawl: Last Bull Standing gives students the chance to win a semester of tuition, a semester of books, two Lady GaGa tickets, pizza for a semester, and $100 in campus cash. Both undergraduate and graduate students are eligible to participate.
Students were dancing until dawn to raise funds for the Pennies for Peace organization on Friday night in the Student Union. Free prizes, raffles, cotton candy, popcorn, a kick-line, and dancing occupied the SU lobby on Friday night as students crowded for the fourth annual Stay-Up UB fundraiser. "It is an opportunity for students to give back [to the community] and participate in a philanthropic event, while building UB pride and a new tradition," said Terri Budek, the community engagement coordinator for the Center for Student Leadership & Community Engagement. The dance-marathon fundraiser displayed the heart of UB pride.
The third annual Mass Appeal Elmwood Village fashion event packed the Lafayette Presbyterian Church to capacity Friday night.
College graduates may feel like they're standing on a ledge after graduating. The inevitable post-college job search can often leave students feeling hopeless. Drew Kerr will be holding his third "Don't Jump!
What has 142 teeth and holds back the incredible hulk? My zipper. Pick-up lines are a hot topic. Some people love them, while others can't stand the sound of them.
Stevie Starr, famous for swallowing and regurgitating unusual items, will be performing a free show at UB this Saturday at 7 p.m.
The Center for the Arts will resound with the beats of Indian music next week at Muqabla 2010. The Indian Student Association (ISA) is hosting its 16th annual dance competition on Nov.
A cramped bus, little sleep, sunburn and a crowd that was so packed it didn't leave enough room for me to scratch my nose may not seem like a great combination.
College campuses are hotbeds for entrepreneurial activity. The best time to start a business is during college for many reasons.
The Center for Student Leadership and Community Engagement (CSLCE) will hold its annual Stay-Up UB event this Friday from 6 p.m.
College is the first time that many students are out of their parents' direct supervision. Parties, bars and alcohol usually serve as icebreakers for those meeting hundreds of new people. However, drinking under the age of 21 is illegal under federal law and is thus not allowed anywhere on campus.
Cupid's arrow sometimes has to endure a seven-hour car ride to hit the right target. Many UB students endure long-distance relationships.
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