Our programming is complete for the spring 2021 semester, but please check back in the fall.
Date & Time: Monday, May 3, 12:30-2:00pm (Online)
Intended Audience: Open to the Public
The Global to Local Racial Justice Series will explore how racism affects communities globally and locally by hosting a diverse range of speakers: voices from within our school, the Buffalo community, other UB departments, and from other parts of the country and even around the world. Click here for more information and to register.
Sponsored by the School of Social Work and the Office of Inclusive Excellence
Date & Time: Monday, May 3, 4:00-6:00pm (Online)
Intended Audience: UB Faculty, Staff, and Students
What is neurodiversity? Who is neurodivergent? How can we view mental diversity as natural, not pathological? Please join our year-end training to learn how to reduce stigma towards neurological differences, cultivate compassion for neurodivergent individuals, better understand yourself and your own mind, see how the neurodiversity movement updates the narrative of psychology and mental disorder, discover new perspectives on accommodating neurodivergence, and more. For more information and to attend, click here.
Sponsored by the Intercultural and Diversity Center
Date & Time: Tuesday, June 22, 10:00am-12:00pm (Online)
Intended Audience: UB Faculty, Staff, and Students
A Safe Zone is an intentional space, climate and/or person that is affirming of all students, staff and faculty regardless of sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression. Creating inclusive and supportive spaces for LGBTQ+ students, staff and faculty decreases stigma and increases social interactions, participation in campus activities and feelings of safety. In this interactive session, you will be introduced to what a Safe Zone is and how creating one and being a part of the Safe Zone Network, has a positive impact at the individual, group and institutional level. For more information and to register, click here.
Sponsored by Human Resources
The Intercultural and Diversity Center (IDC) is committed to supporting all students on campus. By focusing on personal identity, advocacy and other critical issues that are facing society today, the IDC helps students broaden their perspectives and gain a deeper understanding of our ever-changing world. To find out more about their upcoming events, visit the IDC UBLinked page.
Sponsored by the Intercultural and Diversity Center
Date & Time: Tuesdays 2:30-4:00pm (Online)
Intended Audience: UB Students
This semi-structured support group is committed to providing an affirming space for Students of Color to reflect on their experiences at a Predominately White Institution. In this group we recognize the unique challenges of Students of Color and aim to foster a community for students to give voice to their experiences, gain support, and develop healthy coping strategies. Topics explored in this group include but are not limited to: navigating microaggressions, feelings of isolation, imposter syndrome, family/social relationships, and maintaining healthy self-care in the current socio-political climate. In order to participate in a group, students must complete a Needs Assessment with a UBCS counselor. Contact Counseling Services for more information.
Sponsored by UB Counseling Services
Date & Time: Tuesdays 3:00-4:30pm (Online)
Intended Audience: UB Students
This is a group for students who are questioning or exploring their gender identity and/or their sexual identity. It is also for students who identify as gender variant, transgender, lesbian, gay, bisexual and/or queer. The goal of the group is to provide a safe, supportive and confidential forum to talk about multiple identities, coming out, relationships with family and friends, dating, academics, transitioning, homophobia, transphobia, the “isms”, and other issues of interest to members. In order to participate in a group, students must complete a Needs Assessment with a UBCS counselor. Contact Counseling Services for more information.
Sponsored by UB Counseling Services
Date & Time: Mondays 1:00-2:30pm (Online)
Intended Audience: UB Students
This group will provide a safe, supportive, and comfortable place for international students to discuss adjustment stressors and cross-cultural experiences in the U.S. The group will also provide a safe and confidential environment for group members to share information and support each other. In order to participate in a group, students must complete a Needs Assessment with a UBCS counselor. Contact Counseling Services for more information.
Sponsored by UB Counseling Services
Date & Time: Thursdays 1:30-3:00pm (Online)
Intended Audience: UB Students
This group provides a supportive environment in which people who hold white privilege can explore and question their roles in the perpetuation of racism. Among other things, group members examine various aspects of white privilege and gain understanding about how they can become allies to People of Color. Please contact UB Counseling Services at 716-645-2720 and ask to speak to a counselor about joining the group. In order to participate in a group, students must complete a Needs Assessment with a UBCS counselor. Contact Counseling Services for more information.
Sponsored by UB Counseling Services
Date & Time: Tuesdays 1:00-2:30pm (Online)
Intended Audience: UB Students
This group is designed to allow graduate and non-traditional students to explore the unique challenges they face in a safe and supportive environment. It can help students explore their identity, find new ways of relating to others, recognize how stressors impact them, and share personal experiences. The group can assist students in finding alternative ways of looking at life’s challenges to enable the development of healthier coping strategies. In order to participate in a group, students must complete a Needs Assessment with a UBCS counselor. Contact Counseling Services for more information.
Sponsored by UB Counseling Services
Date & Time: 12:00-1:00pm on the third Tuesday of each month, starting September 15
Intended Audience: UB Employees
In this group parents will meet and discuss issues related to parenting during these difficult times. Members will exchange ideas and coping strategies, success stories and insights, encouraging words and practical advice. Support groups work because people have the opportunity to spend time with others who understand them, as they are experiencing similar situations. If interested, or for more information, contact Neil McGillicuddy at 716-645-4458 or nm23@buffalo.edu.
Sponsored by Employee Assistance (EAP)
Date & Time: Submit anytime
Intended Audience: UB Students, Faculty and Staff
The University Archives is launching a project to encourage students, faculty and staff to document their personal experiences during the COVID-19 outbreak and contribute them to the University Archives. Students have been impacted by great change to their learning environments, living situations, employment, and social connections. Faculty have adapted the ways in which they deliver course materials and interact with students. Staff have adjusted to changes in their work environments, both at home and on campus, all while coping with momentous change in daily routines, family life, and personal health and safety. By collecting and preserving these perspectives the University Archives supports the research mission of the university, allowing future students, researchers, and scholars to study the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic, an undoubtedly transformative event in the history of student life and the academic experience at UB. Visit University Archives webpage for more information.
Sponsored by University Libraries
