In the News

“I view global competency, cultural fluency, and international scholarly collaboration as vital elements in the success of our academic enterprise.” 

International Educator interview, March-April 2012 issue

“UB has been waiting a long time for Albany to act, and thanks to Gov. Cuomo's leadership, UB 2020 will finally become a reality."

President Satish K. Tripathi, Buffalo News, 12/13/11

“Congratulations and thanks are due to the co-chairmen of the WNY Regional Development Council, developer Howard Zemsky and University at Buffalo President Satish Tripathi. They led a monumental volunteer effort that produced big results in a short time span.” 

Buffalo News editorial, 12/9/11

“It is clear that the University at Buffalo is a big part of the fabric of Western New York...and the research performed at the university truly has a global reach.” 

Jim Ranney, WNED-TV interview with President Tripathi, originally aired 11/14/3011

“Our region’s path forward lies in our ability to make the most of our area’s unique resources, pool these assets through collaboration and a community-minded approach, and harness them to create new opportunities.” 

Buffalo News op-ed co-authored by President Satish K. Tripathi and Howard Zemsky, 10/24/11

"By creating the Regional Councils, Governor Cuomo is addressing the specific economic development needs of each area of New York State. This approach is exactly what Western New York needs to rejuvenate its economic climate."

President Satish K. Tripathi, 7/26/11

“...We congratulate the new president of UB. He acted quickly to move the university forward, and his decision to move the medical school was significant.” 

Buffalo News editorial, 5/07/11

“As one of the principal creators of the UB 2020 strategic plan to achieve academic and research excellence, the university gets the benefit of a leader who understands the critical needs of the campus.” 

Buffalo News editorial, 3/18/2011