Community and Culture
Since 1887, our law school has been built on the vision of our community.
Now it’s your turn to shape what comes next.
Through Blueprints, our new initiative inspired by UB’s signature color, we celebrate the deep roots and strong foundation laid by generations of students, alumni, faculty, and friends. From our founding by members of Buffalo’s bench and bar to today’s thriving community, UB Law has been shaped by the contributions of many.
Blueprints honors where we’ve been and challenges each of us to imagine the mark we’ll make on our law school and the broader legal community. Everyone has a role in shaping the future, and you’re invited to get involved, stay engaged and share your vision for the blueprint you'll create.
So, what do you want your blueprint to be?
"Over the decades, we’ve grown in both size and stature, evolving into a diverse and dynamic network of students, alumni, faculty and friends who continue to build on the ideals of our founders. Their vision has become the blueprint for our law school."
- Dean S. Todd Brown
Congratulations to Bill Minarchi ’28, our UB Law swag basket winner!
Bill shared his blueprint for the future on our Blueprints of Community display—one of many inspiring visions contributed by students, alumni, faculty, and staff.
Each blueprint reflects the creativity and connection that make our UB Law community so special.
Explore some of the blueprints shared with us below!
"Building connections and creating community."
"Making a positive impact."
"Fostering a culture where people feel seen, heard and valued."
"Helping businesses around the world."
"Increasing access to justice for the underserved community."
"By showing the youth back home that they can beat the stereotypes and statistics."
"To be a light for those following after me."
"Using my knowledge to help future students."
"Leading with compassion."
"Help others shine and meet their goals"
"Building a legacy of the law school's power to change lives and share a more just future."
"Growing with my peers."
"Being the voice I needed when I was silenced."
"Educating others about their legal rights."
"Creating opportunities for others to succeed."
"Serving my community."
"Spreading the great reputation of UB School of Law."
"Supporting research that catalyzes change."
"Becoming the first lawyer in my family and building generational wealth for my children."