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)

Media Advisory: Refugees, migrants the focus of events in memory of Alison Des Forges
4/7/16
Experts from Human Rights Watch, Amnesty International will be among presenters at the symposium at UB.
UB sociologist offers framework to analyze Bernard Madoff’s con
4/6/16
A new book by a UB sociologist describes the previously unexplored inner workings of Bernard Madoff’s Ponzi scheme that swindled billions of dollars from unsuspecting investors.
UB symposium on women and gender explores alliances that respect differences
4/5/16
UB’s Gender Institute will present Gender Across Borders 2016 Forging Alliances/Vive les differences on April 8 at the South Lake Community Center on the university’s North Campus.
Journal supplement points out disparities among African-American, white smokers
4/5/16
The percentage of African-American high school seniors who smoke has changed very little over the past two decades, UB tobacco expert Gary Giovino reports in a journal supplement he co-edited.
From climate change to religious belief: Next Science & Art Cabaret to tackle doubt
4/5/16
The cabaret event series has been entertaining WNY audiences for several years.
UB STEM summit seeks to advance women in science, technology, engineering and math careers
4/5/16
Connections that extend beyond the classroom are a key to building STEM success.
Islam will be the focus of scholarly events at UB
4/5/16
Highlights include a student panel titled, ‘Muslim Students’ Experiences in the U.S.’
Researchers to study link between gastric bypass and alcohol abuse
3/31/16
A new collaborative study from the UB Research Institute on Addictions and the Penn State College of Medicine will investigate why a significant percentage of people who undergo gastric bypass surgery develop alcohol abuse problems.
UB projects aim to help refugees locally and globally
3/31/16
From refugee housing plans to help spur economic development on Buffalo’s East Side, to a health summit and a symposium, UB faculty and students are actively engaged in refugee efforts.
Graduation rates for black students increase at UB, new study finds
3/30/16
A new national study by The Education Trust cited UB as among the universities that stand out for improving overall graduation rates while also achieving significant gains for black students during the last decade.

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