Community Partnerships

News about partnerships and programs that support the local community, including community-led initiatives. (see all topics)

Educational Opportunity Center awarded $100,000 for food pantry, additional services
12/3/25
The food pantry will address food insecurity among students, a major barrier to success.
New hearing loss test checks the eyes – not the ears
12/2/25
University at Buffalo spinout Auspex Medix advances AI-powered hearing test to help older adults thwart cognitive decline, Alzheimer’s.
University at Buffalo launches new quantum institute
11/5/25
The initiative will harness UB’s wide-ranging research expertise and unlock advancements in computing, medicine, semiconductors and more.
Project aims to preserve, share legacy of Black architect, activist Robert T. Coles
11/3/25
UB adjunct architecture instructor Albert Chao is working to transform the Coles House and Studio into a space where community change happens.
Momentum builds for UB’s Entry-Level Manufacturing Technician program
10/24/25
The effort is strengthening WNY’s advanced manufacturing workforce pipeline.
UB, Lead Safe Task Force host mini-conference Saturday
10/20/25
The event addresses lead exposure in Buffalo and Western New York.
Media Advisory: Over 3,000 students to attend STEAM Job + Internship Fair on Monday
9/19/25
UB largest career and internship fair looks to connect students with companies.
A labor of love: ‘Objects of Affection’ transforms welcome space for upcoming contemporary art event
9/9/25
Using everything from upcycled canal lock lumber to salvaged chair legs, UB architecture students and faculty create unique pieces for Medina Triennial Hub.
UB’s newest mobile clinics, Health on Wheels, are ready to serve WNY
8/25/25
Health on Wheels will provide a variety of health services, including nutrition education, smoking cessation support, physical activity promotion, and education on how to manage chronic diseases such as diabetes and high blood pressure.
UB physicians perform landmark procedure on first adolescent sleep apnea patient in Buffalo
8/21/25
Next step is to offer airway-opening surgery to adolescents with Down syndrome.