Social Issues

News about UB research and outreach relating to societal issues such as poverty, homelessness, bullying, domestic violence, human rights, diversity and inclusion. (see all topics)

IDEA Center at UB receives another 5-year cycle of national funding
9/21/20
Center promoting inclusive design has received 25 years of continuous federal funding.
UB’s School of Law presents round table on ‘High Level Sports During a Pandemic’
9/21/20
The Center for the Advancement of Sport presents a discussion about the challenges collegiate and professional sports health professionals, administrators and athletes are facing.
WNY-based study aims to connect the dots on food access
9/18/20
UB researchers surveyed local families and stakeholders to find the best strategies for addressing disparities in healthy food consumption.
Panel to celebrate life of Mary Talbert, namesake of Talbert Way at UB
9/18/20
A virtual panel discussion on Sept. 24 will celebrate Mary Burnett Talbert, a Buffalo resident who was famous in her time for her tireless work in advancing human rights.
UB Graduate School of Education to cancel classes to host teach-in for racial equity
8/28/20
The UB Graduate School of Education will cancel classes to hold a mandatory teach-in on the root causes and effects of racial injustice and systemic racism, particularly in education.
Preparing K-12 teachers to meet today’s social challenges
8/18/20
UB’s Teacher Residency Program is doing its part to address the challenges of teaching amidst the COVID-19 pandemic, while at the same time responding to issues surrounding racial injustice.
A 40-year quest to retrace the extraordinary life of activist Mary Talbert
8/12/20
Historian Lillian S. Williams’ research on Talbert — an early 20th century civil rights reformer, suffragist and human rights advocate — has spanned over four decades and two continents.
New guide helps instructors transition to remote teaching
8/10/20
Researchers in UB's School of Social Work have created an online resource to guide instructors who are transitioning their classrooms from a traditional seated environment to remote learning.
Problem gambling and crime appear co-symptomatic, not causal
8/5/20
UB sociologist’s research suggests that factors contributing to one behavior are similar to those contributing to the other.
UB student wins fellowship for research on migrant workers in Lebanon
7/28/20
Gabriella Nassif will seek to partner with community organizations to learn about and document the experiences of women hired to work in Lebanese households, including during COVID-19.

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