Spring Open House: April 14
Prospective students will discover all that Buffalo State has to offer during the college's Spring Open House, Saturday, April 14, from 9:15 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. Accepted students and visitors can tour campus, meet with faculty, learn about academic programs and student support services, and discuss financial aid opportunities.
Open House attendees will check in at Rockwell Hall at 8:30 a.m. (Open House Map), attend a welcome program in the Performing Art Center from 9:15 to 9:45 a.m., and then may meet with representatives from the Admissions, Financial Aid, and Student Accounts offices from 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. in Moot Hall. Financial Aid will also be holding an “Excelsior Scholarship” presentation in the Assembly Hall (Campbell Student Union second floor).
Starting at 11:00 a.m., student ambassadors will lead walking tours of campus every 10 minutes. Ongoing tours of the college’s athletics facilities, E. H. Butler library, and residence halls will be held from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.
At the same time, faculty will be available to speak with students and parents at presentations across campus (check program for full schedule). Along with hosting Q&A and information sessions, many departments have created custom programming exclusively for the event.
Students who have not yet chosen a major can learn more about academic and career options during, “Your Best Choice,” an information session to be held 10:00 to 10:45 a.m. in Bulger Communication Center West.
The Union will also be a hub of activity with an information fair on learning opportunities, student services, and student clubs and organizations. Those looking to experience a slice of campus life can visit the Burchfield Penney Art Center at Buffalo State (a docent-led tour will be held at 2:00 p.m.) or catch Women’s Lacrosse against New Paltz (at 1:00 p.m. on Coyer Field). The Barnes & Noble Bookstore will also be open from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. All guests will receive a coupon for 25% coupon that can be used to purchase merchandise at the bookstore.
Students and family members wishing to attend the Spring Fall Open House must pre-register online or by calling (716) 878-4017.
About Buffalo State
Buffalo State located in Buffalo, New York’s Elmwood Village, offers degrees in the arts, education, the sciences, and professional studies. Each year, more than 10,500 students choose Buffalo State for its broad array of high-quality and distinctive academic programs, diverse and creative environment, hands-on learning opportunities, affordable SUNY tuition, and location in the heart of Buffalo’s cultural corridor.