Community Partnerships

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

Nonprescription use of Ritalin linked to adverse side effects, UB study finds
5/15/17
New research from UB's Research Institute on Addictions that explored the potential side effects of the stimulant drug Ritalin on those without ADHD showed changes in brain chemistry associated with risk-taking behavior, sleep disruption and other undesirable effects.
Construction of new medical school building creates opportunities for minority- and women-owned firms
5/12/17
The work has resulted in about $52 million in MWBE contracts.
Study shows ‘walking a mile in their shoes’ may be hazardous to your health
5/11/17
When it comes to empathy, the idiom that suggests “walking a mile in their shoes” turns out to be problematic advice, according to new research published in the Journal of Experimental Psychology.
Media Advisory: ‘Humans of New York’ creator Brandon Stanton to speak at UB April 29
4/28/17
Brandon Stanton, founder of the “Humans of New York” project, will speak at UB at 8 p.m. on Saturday, April 29, in Alumni Arena as part of the Distinguished Speakers Series.
Study finds customized content on political websites hurts democracy
4/26/17
Having it your way on political websites and seeing only the content that aligns with your beliefs is not good for democracy, according to a UB expert in the political effects of communication technology.
Media Advisory: Learn to extract strawberry DNA and enjoy science-themed cocktails for National DNA Day
4/26/17
Science and cocktails will come together for one savory evening during UB GEM's DNA Cocktails with Coalesce, a celebration of National DNA Day over cocktails and microbiome-friendly foods.
New website provides information about UB outreach into local community
4/26/17
The UB Office of Community Relations has launched a new website aimed at giving residents who live in the neighborhoods around the UB campuses and around Western New York an online source of information about what the university has to offer the surrounding community.
Nine local schools to compete in ‘BAND Against Bullying’ competition
4/25/17
“BAND Against Bullying,” the annual competition to raise bullying awareness, will take place at 7 p.m. April 27 at Shea’s 710 Main Theater. The event is sold out.
Street medicine program wins prestigious grant, seeks another
4/25/17
UB HEALS received an award from the Alpha Omega Alpha Honor Medical Society.
New York State lieutenant governor to address UB School of Law graduates
4/24/17
Kathy Hochul, the 77th lieutentant governor of New York State, will be the keynote speaker at the UB School of Law's 128th Commencement exercises on May 21 in the Center for the Arts.

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