Goodbye UB
(12/11/25 2:44am)
College has never been my thing, I remember being a freshman about a month in and calling my mom to tell her college isn’t for me and that I wanted to drop out.
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I’ve had the time of my life
(12/11/25 1:39am)
The first time I heard about the UB Spectrum was when one of my friends picked up a print copy of the paper and gave it to me, knowing that I would find it interesting. The cover story was about former UB student and campus drag artist Mx. Ology. I was instantly intrigued, both by the story and the fact that there was a well-organized student newspaper being created at UB. Even though I had no idea how, part of me wanted to join the team of writers who brought stories like these to fruition.
Ranking the best Christmas albums
(12/11/25 1:30am)
The holiday season doesn’t truly begin until you put on a Christmas album. Whether it’s jazzy and nostalgic or loud and unapologetically pop, everyone has an album that they’ll enjoy. Some albums fade with time, but others return every December like clockwork, filling grocery stores, dorm lounges and car rides home with instant warmth.
Spectrum Recommends: Our favorite holiday movies
(12/11/25 1:28am)
The semester is finally coming to a close, and once finals are over, we know what it's like to be searching for something to do to fill your time. We present to you an abundance of options of holiday movies to keep you occupied this winter season.
Man accused of shooting Jets cornerback arrested near UB’s North Campus
(12/11/25 1:17am)
The man accused of shooting New York Jets cornerback Kris Boyd in Manhattan last month was arrested near UB’s North Campus early Monday morning, according to US Marshals in a press release sent out Tuesday.
The remarkable life of Madeline Davis
(12/11/25 1:17am)
At the 1972 Democratic National Convention, the first ever gay rights resolution was introduced at a major party convention.
This semester in UB sports
(12/11/25 1:24am)
This fall semester has been an exciting one for UB athletics, and in case you were too busy studying, we’re here to catch you up on what's happened in Alumni Arena and beyond!
Pregame energy: tailgating with Bills Mafia
(12/11/25 12:20am)
Before most people in Buffalo are even awake, the parking lots around Highmark Stadium begin to come alive for home and away games. Cars slowly roll in one after another, forming long lines in hopes to get set up for the renowned Bills tailgate.
How to survive the Buffalo winter
(12/11/25 12:23am)
While Buffalo may be known as the City of Good Neighbors, it is certainly not the city of light winters. In Dec. 2022, a catastrophic blizzard hit Buffalo— a snowstorm so intense that it resulted in over 50 inches of snow, 100,000 power losses and 47 deaths. While natural disasters are sometimes unavoidable, your comfort this season is not. Here’s what can be used to make this snowy season more comfortable.
Comparison is NOT the thief of joy
(12/04/25 1:30am)
I’m tired of hearing people constantly repeat that “comparison is the thief of joy.” Sure, constantly comparing your life to others can be harmful, but pretending comparison has no place at all can lead to ignorance. Comparison, when used with intention, helps us put life into perspective. It reminds us of our blessings and prevents us from moving through life with ungratefulness.
Lesbian bars in Buffalo: a brief history
(12/04/25 2:19am)
The current amount of existing gay oriented bars, especially lesbian bars, has been in a decline for years. While a few gay bars exist in the city of Buffalo, there are no bars catering specifically to queer women. Buffalo’s shortage of sapphic spaces is representative of a decline that can be seen in almost every city in America, and even in foreign countries. The current number of lesbian bars remaining in the U.S., according to various sources — including The Lesbian Bar Project — is somewhere between 33-38. At one point in the 1980s, this number was closer to 200.
The shutdown ends, but Buffalo still struggles
(12/04/25 1:28am)
It’s been three weeks since the federal government has reopened after a 43-day shutdown, but communities across the country — including here in Buffalo — are still feeling the repercussions. The shutdown, which ended on Nov. 13, 2025, left federal employees working without pay and temporarily stopped federal programs such as healthcare services and the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP).
Bulls add two wins in Florida to stay undefeated
(12/04/25 1:40am)
Men’s basketball went down to Fort Myers, Florida, to compete in the Skechers Fort Myers Tip-Off tournament. Placed in the palms division, the Bulls notched two wins over Virginia Military Institute (VMI) (3-6, 0-0 SoCon) 78-70, and a win over the Bucknell Bison (2-6, 0-0 Patriot) 73-71, to maintain a perfect 7-0 record.
Let’s talk about social anxiety
(12/04/25 1:22am)
One of my first memories is when I was two years old. I believe I was at my mother’s doctor’s office, and an older kid came up to me and asked me how old I was. I remember that I was two because I held up my two fingers to indicate a two. My great-grandmother said, “Oh, he’s bashful.” She used to say that a lot.
Food insecurity on campus: the UB Veggie Van aims to contest
(11/26/25 10:39pm)
Over the past month, the topic of food insecurity in America has received increased coverage in the mainstream press. With the federal government shutting down, Americans were exposed to just how important the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) really was.
Review: “Wicked: For Good,” the long (and long-awaited) end to the musical film
(11/26/25 10:28pm)
After a year's wait, the second half of the movie musical “Wicked” has been released. “Wicked: For Good” has a title paying homage to the most famous song in the second part of the musical, and unfortunately, this song might be one of the only memorable songs from the second act of “Wicked.”
SA Senate’s stance on SU 373 draws tensions in ‘25-26 SA advocacy committee chairperson election
(11/26/25 10:12pm)
The undergraduate Student Association Senate’s stance on the future closure of a queer community space drew tensions between the two candidates for the Senate’s advocacy committee chairperson position during a committee meeting last Wednesday evening.
SA Senate unanimously calls on UB to review ban on club-exclusive rooms
(11/26/25 10:08pm)
The undergraduate Student Association Senate called on the university to review and potentially revise policies that banned club-exclusive rooms in a resolution unanimously passed during a meeting last Wednesday evening.
Moms, cops and ranch dressing at Eric Andre Comedy Show
(11/26/25 10:01pm)
Students filed into the Center for the Arts (CFA) in packs beginning at 7 p.m. on Nov. 20, to see a comedian renowned for his surreal and unconventional comedy on “The Eric Andre Show.” Around 8 p.m., the show opened with a set from David Gborie, who some may recognize from his stand-up, or from his work as the voice used in Comedy Central commercials.
Has Hollywood gone too woke?
(11/26/25 9:46pm)
A few weeks ago, Sydney Sweeney’s new film, “Christy” premiered with one of the worst box office openings in history.
