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)

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Controversial trade agreement will be topic of UB forum in run-up to presidential election
10/31/16
Days before the election, experts from around the world will convene to debate a controversial economic topic: the Trans-Pacific Partnership (TPP).
Study: Pop-culture news helped destigmatize out-of-wedlock childbirth
10/28/16
Celebrity news reports over the past four decades appear to have contributed to the changing makeup of the traditional American family by helping to destigmatize out-of-wedlock childbirths in the U.S., according to a study by a UB sociologist.
UB to explore issues that have sparked protests across the U.S.
10/21/16
To encourage discussion of emotional topics and understanding of different points of view, UB will bring together faculty, staff and students for a weeklong series of midday panel discussions Oct. 24-28.
Abuse of some prescription drugs can be risk for college sexual assaults, regretted sex
10/19/16
Research from UB's Research Institute on Addictions has found the abuse of prescription drugs by college students can play a role in negative sexual events such as sexual assault and regretted sex.
Symposium seeks to build community networks to address violence against women
10/11/16
UB’s Institute for Research and Education on Women and Gender will present a symposium to address issues, responses and solutions to violence against women Oct. 28.
UB Food Lab, UN FAO to lead training session at UN conference in Ecuador
10/10/16
Taking place on World Food Day, Oct. 16, session at Habitat III conference will focus on food systems planning and policy.
Vast majority of impoverished fathers involved with their children
10/4/16
Many policymakers and elected officials have publicly criticized impoverished and African-American fathers for not being involved in the lives of their children. But a new study suggests the criticism is largely unfounded and most low-income fathers are connected to their children.
Felon-turned-lawyer will speak to UB Law class
9/28/16
Marty Tankleff had just turned 17 when he was accused of killing his parents. Following hours of interrogation, he made an unsigned confession, and was convicted and sentenced to 50 years to life in prison.
UB’s EOC to celebrate family, culture and diversity
9/27/16
UB’s Educational Opportunity Center will bring families together for a day of learning and fun at its third annual Strengthening Families Celebration on Oct. 15.
Alberti Center’s annual conference to address bullying and persons with disabilities
9/27/16
UB’s Alberti Center for Bullying Abuse Prevention takes on the challenges of bullying abuse and people with disabilities at its annual daylong conference on Sept. 29.