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Spring 2025

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President's Letter

Cover Story

60 Seconds With

  • 60 Seconds With Elizabeth Woike
    1/28/25

    From Peace Corps volunteer to CEO of Western New York’s largest behavioral health organization, Elizabeth Woike, MSW ’04, is a champion for mental health, empowering others to live their best lives.

Faculty Story

  • Playing by the Rules
    5/28/25

    When the first Russian ice hockey player to defect to the U.S. nearly sparked an international incident, Helen “Nellie” Drew, JD ’88, was there to help secure his freedom—and his safety.

UB in the Community

  • Solving the Structures
    5/28/25

    For 70 years, the Hauptman-Woodward Medical Research Institute (HWI) has grown its reputation along with its downtown Buffalo footprint, from a local medical foundation focused on studying disease, to one of the world’s renowned powerhouses in structural biology research. 

Donor Story

Student Story

Research Spotlight

  • Fighting Forever Chemicals
    5/28/25

    Aga and her RENEW team remain committed to advancing PFAS research, pushing the boundaries of science to mitigate forever chemicals risks and protect global health.

UB Moments

Showcasing the Roots of Culture
6/2/25
Nearly 300 students participated in the 43rd annual International Fiesta—the largest cultural event of the year. The celebration reflected on the theme of “Roots,” with many performers highlighting traditional dances to tell stories pulled from their cultural histories. The event is organized by students from the Student Association, specifically the International Council. 
Learning in the Everglades
6/2/25
There are no desks, chairs, whiteboards—or even a lecture hall in this case—for the EVS 493 winter session course held in January. Instead, the Florida Everglades National Park served as a living-learning environment over the weeklong excursion for a group of nine students.
Champions!
6/2/25
The UB women’s basketball team capped off a historic season by winning the WNIT championship in front of a record crowd of 5,650 in Alumni Arena. With a thrilling fourth-quarter rally, the Bulls defeated Troy, 88–84, earning their 30th win of the season—a new program record.
Three Generations. One UB Legacy.
6/2/25
Entrepreneurship runs deep in the Mullens family. For three generations, these proud UB alumni have built businesses—and a legacy: Delbert Mullens, EdM ’74; his son, Dorian Mullens, MBA ’99; and his grandson Matthew Mullens, MBA ’25, who is Dorian’s nephew.
Gather, study and eat in comfort
6/2/25
Following a yearlong project, the first major renovation to the Student Union in more than 30 years was unveiled in January. The space presents a warmer “living room” feel, with a variety of new seating for students to meet, eat or study; and better access between the second and third floors with the addition of a new, open staircase.
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