Webinars

June 10: From Contributor to Leader - Navigating the Transition

Julia Culkin-Jacobia, BS '98, will help emerging leaders with the critical mindset shift that is necessary to move from team member to team leader. Define your own leadership purpose and build influence through authenticity.

March 25: Alzheimer's Treatment Landscape - Today's Breakthroughs and Tomorrow's Possibilities

12/1/25

There have been some exciting strides recently in Alzheimer's research, treatment and advocacy and Lauren Ashburn, LMSW, MSW '16, Senior Associate Director of Grassroots Advocacy at the Alzheimer's Association, will share it all.

March 18: Using Mobile Technology and AI to Reduce Alcohol Use Consequences

11/20/25

Alison Haney, assistant professor in the UB Department of Community Health and Health Behavior, shares her research about people’s habits with things like alcohol or drugs, how they change day to day, and then proposes mobile interventions to help people make improved decisions wherever they may be.

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Whether you’re looking to switch jobs, move ahead in the one you have, transition to a whole new field, or develop new skills, this free webinar series will give you smart strategies for success and help you take the necessary steps to gain confidence both personally and professionally.

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Upcoming webinars

January 7: Inside the Hiring Process - Apply, Interview, Succeed!
12/10/25
It's a new year, are you looking for the next step in your career journey? Nayema Chowdhury, BS '22, a Workforce Recruitment Specialist with UB HR will share how to make yourself stand out in the very crowded job market.
January 14: Pay in Full - The Art of Salary Negotiation
11/17/25
Learn how to reframe negotiation as leadership in action with Julia Culkin-Jacobia, BS '98, to develop the mindset, language and evidence-based approach needed to advocate for yourself and others while driving equity and organizational success.
January 21: Never Stop Learning - Explore UB Micro-Credentials
12/17/25
Anne Reed, MA '06, founding director of the UB Office of Micro-Credentials, will showcase the micro-credentials currently available to UB alumni and walk you through how to get started.
January 28: Unlocking Business Value through The Center for Marketing Analysis
12/9/25
John Hennessy, Executive Director of the the Center for Marketing Analysis at the School of Management, will detail how they can partner with businesses to help them more effectively build their brand.
February 4: The Future of Work Is Multi-Generational
11/18/25
Learn to bridge (and leverage!) generational divides to create inclusive and high-performing teams with Kendra Brim, MBA '19, Vice President of Programs and Organizational Advancement at Leadership Buffalo.
February 11: Cost of Caring - Burnout, Well-Being, and Leadership for Black Changemakers
11/20/25
Dr. Monica L. Miles, PhD '17, MA '10, BA '08, explains what burnout looks like, how it impacts well-being and and why it disproportionately affects black leaders in non-profit, mission-driven work. You will walk away with toolls to sustain yourself and your vital work.
February 18: Rooted in Resilience - Leading Change with Confidence and Clarity
11/18/25
Dr. Tara Jabbaar-Gyambrah, CEL '15, PhD '07, MA '00, BA '97, CEO of TMJ Consulting, will share practical strategies leaders can use to enhance their ability to remain grounded while driving meaningful transformation.
February 25: Governing Generative AI in the Workplace - Challenges & Opportunities
11/18/25
Join Dr. Lavone Rodolph, PhD '22, MS '05, BS '03 to explore strategies to adopt AI in the workplace while balancing innovation, accountability and workforce readiness.
March 4: Your Soul and Money's Role
12/1/25
Christine Mathieu, BA '91, shares how finding your true life's meaning can help put your finances back on track.
March 11: Becoming an Author - A Crash Course
11/18/25
Become the author you know you can be by following a path walked by award-winning writer, Anne Marie Wells, BS '09. Follow in her steps from conception to publishing.
March 18: Using Mobile Technology and AI to Reduce Alcohol Use Consequences
11/20/25
Alison Haney, assistant professor in the UB Department of Community Health and Health Behavior, shares her research about people’s habits with things like alcohol or drugs, how they change day to day, and then proposes mobile interventions to help people make improved decisions wherever they may be.
March 25: Alzheimer's Treatment Landscape - Today's Breakthroughs and Tomorrow's Possibilities
12/1/25
There have been some exciting strides recently in Alzheimer's research, treatment and advocacy and Lauren Ashburn, LMSW, MSW '16, Senior Associate Director of Grassroots Advocacy at the Alzheimer's Association, will share it all.
April 1: Recovering from Substance Use Disorder: Navigating the Daily Processes of Well-being and Health Behavior Change
11/20/25
Kyler Knapp, PhD, assistant professor in the UB Department of Community Health and Health Behavior, looks at the everyday social and emotional things that can either make recovery harder or easier then uses that data to create focus to avoid slipping back into substance use.
April 8: Bridging Disciplines, Restoring Lives - UB’s Approach to Long COVID
11/20/25
For National Public Health Week, join Jacob McPherson, PhD '22, DPT '11, and Janice Tona, PhD '03, to learn more about the UB Long COVID Recovery Center, that provides comprehensive support to those with persistent symptom after COVID-19.
April 15: Innovation Frameworks and the Entrepreneurial Mindset
11/20/25
Celine Krzan, MBA '17, clinical assistant professor of entrepreneurship, Operations Management and Strategy, with the School of Management, reveals how top innovators thing and how they do their work with proven mindsets that you can use too.
April 22: Travel the World with the UB Alumni Travel Program in 2026 & 2027
12/1/25
Join Sarah Doody, UB Alumni Travel Program Coordinator, to learn about all the adventures that await in 2026 and 2027 including a trip with Coach Lembo!
April 29: Advancing Decarbonization to Build a Better Tomorrow
11/20/25
Close out Sustainability Month with Chief Sustainability Officer, Ryan McPherson, JD '02 and learn how UB is building a stronger university that turns sustainability challenges into opportunities for innovation, cost savings, and impact.
May 6: High Heat and Human Health - The Impact of Where We Work, Live, and Play on Health
11/20/25
Daniel Jackson Smith, primary care nurse practitioner and Director and Principal of The Research for Occupational, Public, and Environmental Health (ROPEH) Lab, presents for Nursing Week. He will explore how extreme heat influences health outcomes across diverse settings.
May 20: Smart Materials for Smarter Machines - Materials Behind Brain-Inspired Computing
12/4/25
Artificial intelligence consumes significant amounts of energy, adding pressure to an already overburdened power grid. UB physics professor, Murthy Ganapathy, PhD, and his research team are working on innovative solutions to make AI systems more energy‑efficient
May 27: Weavers of Truth - What AI Tells Us About the Paradoxical Fabric of Reality
12/9/25
Associate Professor of Communication, Yotam Ophir, returns to Webinar Wednesday, at 10 a.m. EST, to follow up his misinformation webinar from the fall. Learn more about Large Language Models (LLMs) and how it affects communications on all levels.
June 10: From Contributor to Leader - Navigating the Transition
11/20/25
Julia Culkin-Jacobia, BS '98, will help emerging leaders with the critical mindset shift that is necessary to move from team member to team leader. Define your own leadership purpose and build influence through authenticity.

Recent episodes

The Science of Power and Influence - How to Get to Yes
12/17/25
Dr. Min-Hsuan Tu, from the School of Management, will share core concepts to help you be more persuasive, build trust and gain strategic advantages to hear YES more often.
Bridging the Gap - Leading Effectively Across Generations
12/10/25
Celine Krzan, MBA '17, clinical assistant professor of entrepreneurship, Operations Management and Strategy, with the School of Management, shares how to build success in business and include everyone from every generation.
Engaging for Impact - The Center for Supply Chain Analytics
11/19/25
Learn about the Center for Supply Chain Analytics at the School of Management and how it is transforming supply chain execution in various industries with director, Jennifer L. Flagg, EMBA '12, BS '02 and professor and chair of the Operations Management and Strategy department, Milind G. Sohoni.
The Architecture of the Airport Terminal
11/12/25
As the one of the busiest travel times of the year approaches, Michael Wyetzner, BPS '83, will help you build a whole new view of the airports you are running through or getting stuck in. You will appreciate all they do without you even noticing!
Navigating Your Way Forward
11/7/25
The School of Engineering and Applied Sciences presents a special webinar on a Thursday with Sharon (Garelick) Ruiz, MBA '86, BS '85, Vice President of Capacity and Operational Systems at Southeast Toyota Distributors, LLC. Sharon will share lessons learned from her career path and provide practical takeaways to help you chart your professional journey.
Impact of Military Service and Deployments on the Family
11/5/25
Sergeant Major (R) Delcey Pulvino, BA ’05, MSW ’07, will share the impact military deployment has on the family that remains behind - the struggles, the stressors but also the strength.

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