The School of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences is committed to protecting the health and safety of our SPPS community while remaining focused on our academic, research and community service mission.
The following university and school guidelines have been established to help ensure the health, success and well-being of our students, faculty, staff and guests. New information will be posted here when available, so please check back often.
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Jan. 15, 2021:
UB provided an update on preparations for the upcoming spring semester in a memo to students today.
In addition, Student Life has revised the Student Guide in preparation for a return to campus this spring. The Student Guide is a resource to provide students and parents with the most up-to-date information, as it becomes available.
Please note: This information does not apply to PharmD students on rotations through Feb. 1, 2021. PharmD students on rotations should reference SPPS Student Guidelines and Updates dated 12/30/20 (yellow box).
Find answers to common questions and to access resources you’ll need throughout the semester.
Touchdown spaces are temporary workspaces for students on the go. Use UB’s touchdown spaces if you need a place between remote and in-person classes, want to get your work done on campus or like the structure of an organized workspace. UB’s touchdown spaces are equipped with desks, chairs, outlets and internet access.
Students can now print from kiosks that are more convenient, environmentally friendly and touch-free!
Everything you need to know for life outside the classroom.
The University at Buffalo is a community, like your hometown, and as a community all members will need to adhere to public health guidance as it relates to the prevention of the spread of COVID-19 infections.
Policy guidance for F-1 & J-1 students.
Consistent access to nutritious food is a necessary part of being a successful, healthy student. Should you experience an unanticipated hardship, we can help connect you to groceries.
Weekly digest with COVID-19 and other important news updates and resources for faculty, staff and students.
There are many sources of support for students experiencing stress or anxiety, including counseling services and crisis resources.
A three step process (below) is required for all PharmD students before beginning rotations or returning to campus for the start of the spring semester. Guidelines are based on your geographic residence.
Students on rotation must comply with UB SPPS as well as all rotation site-specific directives.
These directives only impact spring rotations beginning 1/4/21 through 2/1/2 along with return to campus dates 1/4/21 through 2/1/21.
Updated 12/30/20
Students over semester break who have only resided in New York State or contiguous states (CT, NJ, PA, MA, VT)
Students over semester break who have resided in non-contiguous states or Level 2-3 countries
OPTION 1: One (1) COVID-19 test and 14-day quarantine
OPTION 2: Two (2) COVID-19 tests and 7-day quarantine
Face coverings should preferably be a multilayered cloth covering or a surgical mask should cover both your nose and mouth at all times. See UB Face Mask Policies.