Diversity and Inclusion

News about UB initiatives and research relating to diversity, equity and inclusion. (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.
Public invited to shape ‘inclusive civic spaces’ at UB-led forum in Buffalo
11/24/25
Organizers expect about 100 people to join the educators, librarians, government representatives, artists and others who have already agreed to participate.
NSF funds two inclusive language projects by UB linguist
11/12/25
One grant will facilitate the adoption of underrepresented languages in new technologies; the other will train students in research methods related to conducting field work in those languages.
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.
UB IDEA Center receives nearly $5 million federal grant to continue pioneering work in universal design
10/14/25
The center’s previous RERC work included developments to improve access to public transportation for people with disabilities, as well as a first-of-its-kind program called innovative solutions for universal design.
UB architecture student aims to change minds, one sparkly, bedazzled toolbox at a time
10/7/25
Maddie Stafford is on a mission to raise awareness about the importance of representation in traditionally male dominated fields like architecture and construction.
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.
Media Advisory: On Thursday, UB students start moving into residence halls
8/20/25
Thousands of students to attend Welcome Weekend festivities, including a parade, dance party, fireworks and more.
The key to spotting dyslexia early could be AI-powered handwriting analysis
5/14/25
AI shows promise detecting dyslexia and dysgraphia from what children write on paper and tablets, a new University at Buffalo-led study suggests.
A free, family-friendly event led by UB faculty members Noemi Waight and Ryan Rish
5/7/25
The event will explore the science of cycling through STEM stations, bike-related activities and a community ride led by Slow Roll Buffalo.