Derek Chauvin’s trial, which began on March 8, 2021, is expected to last several weeks, and profoundly impact the nation. On this page are resources to help faculty, staff and students at the University at Buffalo.
Asian Pacific Heritage Month (May) celebrates the contributions Asian/Pacific Americans have made to American history, society and culture. Events at UB will be held in April and May to commemorate the month.
A series of university-wide lectures, town halls, and other events to foster conversations toward achieving our goal of deep cultural and structural transformation. Our next event is a presentation entitled "HLand, Race and Indigeneity: Building Solidarity Practices," and will be held on Tuesday, April, 13 from 12:00–1:00pm. Register now!
During the 2020-21 academic year, the Office of Inclusive Excellence, in collaboration with the Unit Diversity Officers at UB, will present a series of programs on inclusive pedagogy to further UB’s efforts to cultivate inclusive classrooms and curriculums. The next event is entitled "Inclusive Case Studies," and will be on Friday, April 16 from 12:00-1:00pm. Visit our webpage to register, or to see our compilation of resources.
We collaborate, plan and coordinate with partners across the university—students, faculty, and staff—to build a culture of diversity, social justice, and inclusion that makes all of us stronger. Find out more about our office.
The Humanities Institute provides support for research and a forum for conversations among humanists of all disciplines around topics that include disabilities studies, Native American studies, queer studies, and others.
One of the first women’s studies programs in the nation, the department inspires critical thinking, challenging students to better understand how gender and sexuality shape the world and our places in it.
Promotes academic research and teaching in the humanities and social sciences and facilitates the integration of people with disabilities into the community.
A unique partnership of the schools of social work and nursing, Joining Forces supports military-related research and provides excellence in education and training for UB students and health care providers serving veterans and military families in our region.
A center that conducts research that addresses the root causes of health disparities in Buffalo, while developing and testing innovative solutions to eliminate health inequities in the region.
Home to African and African American Studies, American Studies, Canadian Studies, Caribbean and Latin American Studies, and Latino/a Studies, the Department of Transnational Studies aims to promote excellence in cross-border, comparative and interdisciplinary research and teaching.
The Center for Diversity Innovation integrates the capabilities of the faculty, staff and students across UB to conduct and translate empirical, social scientific research on diversity, equity and inclusion, and develop and diffuse evidence-based best practices through trainings, educational programs and consulting services.
A scholarly community of faculty and students from the health sciences and disciplines focused on the social, economic, political, and environmental conditions that lead to inequities that aims to improve people’s lives around the world and influence global health policy and practice.
IDC offers students programs and events that invite dialogue, celebrate differences and commonalities, and promote awareness about diversity and how it affects beliefs, perceptions, and the global society.
Facilitates academic excellence, access, equity, and achievement for a diverse student population through a variety of programs, advising and student support, collaborative learning workshops, mentoring to prepare for graduate studies and professional schools, summer bridge programs, and scholarships.
Tutoring and Academic Support Services (TASS) helps undergraduate students raise the bar on their classroom performance by providing resources and support that open doors to academic success.
The university-wide iSEED Institute strives to build a culturally and intellectually diverse and academically inclusive community of graduate students, postdoctoral fellows, faculty and staff.
BEAM is a cooperative educational enrichment program that prepares inner city, minority, female and other under-represented students for careers in science, engineering, and technology.
An immersive, summer residency program for underrepresented minority or first generation undergraduate students interested in pursuing a career in law.
A program that develops student talents, promotes the professional growth, and enhances intellectual and cultural diversity in the biomedical and behavioral sciences.
The Office of Equity, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) ensures UB's compliance with policies covering discrimination, harassment, accommodations, equal opportunity and child protection.
UB is committed to ensuring that everyone can access all that we offer. Whether it is access to electronic information technology or physical access to the campus, our goal is to provide seamless inclusion for everyone.
Promotes the personal well-being and academic success of students by providing brief mental health services, educational programs, crisis intervention, and campus community consultation.
Student Conduct and Advocacy helps maintain a safe campus by enforcing rules and regulations, managing conduct, responding to bias-related concerns, and providing support resources to UB students.
Blue Table is a virtual food pantry service for UB students who do not have access to food. Any enrolled UB student is welcome to utilize the service and all that is needed is a valid UB student ID.
Contributes to and supports a welcoming and inclusive university community for lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer faculty and staff through education, networking and advocacy.
Throughout the year, this Professor Staff Senate committee hosts social and educational programs that explore issues of diversity, inclusion and community and are open to all UB staff and faculty members.