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Jump Around! Nicc Williams brings energy to UB track and field

The Spectrum

Nicc Williams nearly walked away from the triple jump before his career truly began.

A cynical postcard from America

The Spectrum

The “Greetings From the Happiest Country in the World” greets its visitors with images of destroyed land and pictures of smiling people.

Lake Ontario or Lake America?

The Spectrum

While this name change may have changed on federal maps, it will always be Lake Ontario to Western New Yorkers.

Finding balance in UB’s fitness classes

The Spectrum

Little known to most students, UB offers 22 fitness courses, including running, swimming, self defense and yoga. These courses, worth one credit each, offer structured, low-stress environments to learn a new skill or practice an old one.

Exam season is here: what study techniques actually work?

The Spectrum

With so many classes and so much material to review, knowing how to study can be just as challenging as knowing what to study. Thankfully, UB students don’t gatekeep their best methods.

UB inches closer to Flock camera installations

The Spectrum

University Police and UB Facilities department are working with contractors and local utilities to determine locations for the 20 cameras that would be installed during a 60-day trial period, the university told The Spectrum Monday.

Award-winning journalist and author recounts financial crises, paths to recovery

The Spectrum

Andrew Sorkin had tough questions for the audience Friday night at the Center for the Arts in his opening talk of UB's 2026-27 Distinguished Speakers series.

SA Senate reelects Aidan Thomas as ‘26-27 chairperson

The Spectrum

Aidan Thomas will take over the seat once again as the undergraduate Student Association Senate chairperson for the 2026-27 year.

The ultimate 2026-27 Buffalo event calendar

The Spectrum

Mark your calendars for events and yearly traditions that always strive to bring the community together. Buffalo has so much to offer, so we made an event calendar for you to keep track.

SA's 2026 Fall Fest delayed

The Spectrum

The undergraduate Student Association will postpone its annual Fall Fest to the spring semester, citing “logistical issues” arising from leadership changes and scheduling conflicts.

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