Bulls in the Community
The student-athletes at the University at Buffalo participate regularly in outreach activities throughout the Western New York community. On a team and individual basis, student-athletes are involved in programs that allow for "giving back" in community based settings, educational settings, healthcare centers, and other areas. The UB student-athletes take great pride in their commitment to making a positive difference in the lives of others.
| 2012-13 Bulls in the Community Calendar | ||||
| Linda Yalem Run | September |
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| Habitat-for-Humanity | September | |||
| Ronald McDonald House | October | |||
| Pen Pal Program | Starting in October | |||
| Kids Day | November | |||
| Adopt-a-Family | December | |||
To submit for a community service press release, please click Giving Back.
Annual Events Include
Adopt-a-Family
The Adopt a Family program is a standing tradition for UB
Athletics. Occurring during the holiday season every December, all
20 sports donate gifts to brighten the spirits of children and
parents with low incomes.
Linda Yalem Safety Run
The annual Linda Yalem Safety Run is a 5k run/walk held at the
University at Buffalo's North Campus to promote runner and walker
safety. Now in its 17th year, the Yalem Run is one of the most
popular races in Western New York, and is a qualifying race for the
Buffalo News "Runner of the Year" series. Each year, UB welcomes
over 1,000 runners, walkers and supporters who believe in the
importance of taking control over our own personal safety, and to
remember Linda Yalem, a UB student who was raped and murdered while
running near UB in 1990. UB student-athletes from many of our teams
participate and volunteer in this event each year!
For more information, visit the Linda Yalem Safety Run Web page
National Girls and Women in Sports Day:
(NGWSD)
NGWSD is held to honor female athletic achievement and to recognize
the importance of sports and fitness participation for all girls
and women. Annually, the Division of Athletics sponsors a
celebration which includes presentations/appearances by
accomplished female athletes, as well as NGWSD themed community
outreach events such as school visits, shadow day, and an all youth
sports clinic.
Habitat for Humanity
Habitat for Humanity is a non-profit housing ministry that builds
houses for community members worldwide. At UB athletes
volunteer to help build a house in the Buffalo community.
If you would like more information on any of these events, you can contact Kellie Peiper at 716-645-6472. For additional community service opportunities visit our list of WNY Community Service contacts.
Community Service Participation Form - To be completed by ALL University at Buffalo student-athletes prior to participating in any community service activity.