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1. Is there a charge for my first UB Card?
   Yes, there is a $20 fee for your initial card. However this charge is often included in summer orientations. So if you are participating in one of the summer orientations you may be covered and not have to pay when you pick up your first card.
2. How do I get my UB Card information if I am a distance learner?
   A distance learner must request their UB Card information from the UB Card Office by e-mail. They must also have a request sent by their department to the UB Card Office. After both requests are received and verified, the information will be forwarded to the student.
3. Can I get a new picture on my UB Card?
   You must go to the UB Card Office with your original card to have a new picture taken. See the fee schedule below: $20 -- Initial Card (This fee is included in the New Student Fee or can be paid with cash, check, credit card or billed to your University Student Account when the card is issued.) ...
4. Can I borrow or lend someone my UB Card?
   No. Your UB Card should be used by you exclusively. If someone other than yourself tries to use your card, it will be destroyed on site and you will incur a $25 fee to replace it.
5. Can I add Dining Dollars or Campus Cash to my card if I have a checkstop?
   A bursar checkstop will prohibit you from charging Dining Dollars or Campus Cash to your student account. You can still add value to you card if you have a checkstop but you must pay with cash, credit card, or check.
6. What do I do if my UB Card breaks?
   Your UB Card is flexible and tough, but sometimes they do break. If your card is getting worn you can bring it to the card office and they may choose to replace it for free as long as they believe the wear to be from normal use. Altered cards will not be replaced for free, do not put holes in o ...
7. Can I punch a hole in my UB Card?
   No. This will weaken the card and cause it crack or break. If this happens there will be a charge to replace the broken card.
8. How do I get my first UB Card?
   To receive a UB Card you must be a currently registered UB student or a faculty/staff member that has been fully processed through the hiring procedures. Go to a UB Card Office during their hours of operation to have your picture taken. You must have photo ID, either a valid driver's license or ...
9. What do I do if I lose my UB Card?
   It is very important to report your card lost or stolen as soon as possible. You can go to http://www.myubcard.com and deactivate it online, or you can call 645-6344 during business hours. After business hours you can call 1-800-lost UB1 (567-8821). You may be held responsible for any use of ...
10. What if I have more questions about my UB Card?
    Not a problem. We are happy to answer all your questions. Just call us! Questions about your UB Card, meal plan, Dining Dollars or Campus Cash call the UB Card Office at (716) 645-6344. You can also e-mail the UB Card Office at ubcard-info@buffalo.edu.
11. Where do I get a new UB Card?
    You can get a new UB card at one of the two UB Card offices. On North Campus the UB Card office is conveniently located in The Commons across from the Student Union. On South Campus, the UB Card office is located inside Harriman hall. This list will help you locate buildings at UB. Look up The C ...
12. Why do I need a UB Card?
    The UB Card is required for identification at the University at Buffalo. It must be presented upon request of any law enforcement, security personnel or authorized UB personnel. It also provides UB IT login information, access to use campus libraries, Alumni Arena (gym), vending machines, ente ...