Office of Government and Community Relations

“Advocating in a new reality” was theme of Igniting Hope

11/10/22

More than 200 people gathered in-person and remotely for the fifth annual Igniting Hope conference at UB on Aug. 13, 2022.

UB program 'cultivates’ WNY startups with funding, mentorship

11/10/22

Through Cultivator — a new program from the startup ventures team at Business and Entrepreneur Partnerships (BEP) — UB invests up to $100,000 and nine months of mentorship in early-stage companies founded by students, faculty, staff, alumni and community members.

Making a house a H.O.M.E.

4/4/19

UB program helps faculty and staff buy homes in the neighborhoods around the South Campus.

UB Teacher Residency Program awarded $3.5 million to expand

11/10/22

The UB Teacher Residency Program, which has been lauded as a nationwide model for addressing the country’s K-12 teacher shortage, has been awarded $3.5 million to expand its reach in Western New York.

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Our programs in your community

The Office of Government and Community Relations hosts a core series of programs to help meet the community's needs.

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School Supply Drive
8/2/22
Our university employees donate thousands of supplies at the start of every academic year to support the brightest young minds throughout the city.
Operation Doorhanger
8/25/22
Each year before the start of the academic year, UB distributes kits containing tips on how to be a good neighbor as well as other important information to students and neighborhood residents.
UB Neighbor
11/11/22
Our newsletter provides information on the latest UB initiatives and collaborations in the community
Adopt a Family
11/19/18
UB departments make the holidays brighter by providing gift wish items for dozens of families every year.
Campaign for the Community
9/29/22
UB’s nationally recognized SEFA campaign gives employees the opportunity to donate to organizations in Western New York and beyond.
UB HOME
4/30/21
UB's home ownership program encourages employees to put down roots in the neighborhoods surrounding the South Campus.
UB on the Green
8/18/22
UB on the Green is a free family friendly concert series featuring fun and interactive activities that highlight the exciting things happening at UB.
Community Day
9/7/21
Every spring and fall UB students roll up their sleeves and join with community members to work on neighborhood improvement projects.
University Savings Card
11/19/18
Show your UB ID card when you shop at participating businesses, and you’ll get special discounts and other incentives.

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