Partnering with Western New York: UB Health Sciences Schools in the Community

An aerial perspective of South Campus with downtown Buffalo in the distance.

The integration of medical, dental, pharmaceutical, public health, nursing and social work expertise leads to innovative, evidence-based solutions that improve health outcomes and reduce health disparities among the ~1.1 million people who call the Buffalo-Niagara metropolitan area home.

Social Work Resources for the Community

School of Social Work researchers collaborate across disciplines to examine critical questions facing society. From helping organizations understand the effects of trauma to sustaining the dignity of immigrants and refugees, our institutes translate academic research into real-world solutions — and make a positive impact on our community.

Community Outreach by the Jacobs School

Students and faculty of the Jacobs School participate in a wide variety of outreach efforts in the community, including community education, clinical services, and workforce training.