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)

Buffalo dentist fights for Syrian future through health care, education
10/13/15
UB’s Othman Shibly helped build more than 20 refugee dental clinics and 15 schools in war-torn Syria.
UB IDeA Center receives $4.6 million federal grant
10/12/15
The University at Buffalo’s Center for Inclusive Design and Environmental Access (IDeA Center) has received a five-year, $4.6 million federal grant to continue its work on a wide range of universal design projects.
Medicare open enrollment offers opportunity for savings, but few beneficiaries change plans
10/9/15
Medicare’s open enrollment period, which runs Oct. 15 through Dec. 7, gives beneficiaries nearly two months to re-evaluate their prescription drug plans and make a change that could cut their costs by nearly one-third.
UB Alberti Center for Bullying Abuse Prevention hosting annual conference
10/6/15
Bullying, harassment and intimidation in schools takes center stage in this year’s annual conference hosted by UB’s Alberti Center for Bullying Abuse Prevention on Oct. 19.
The real lessons of the VW scandal
10/1/15
UB corporate responsibility expert Trina Hamilton, who bought one of the cars that VW plans to recall, weighs in on what we can learn from the company’s deception.
Should adolescents be allowed to drink at home? Depends on the home, study finds
9/28/15
Does allowing adolescents to drink at home increase or decrease their chances for future alcohol-related problems? It depends on the type of home, a new study finds.
Using big data to solve a moody issue
9/23/15
Mood disorders like depression are common among U.S. adults. Still, such disorders remain challenging for clinicians to diagnose and treat effectively.
Media advisory: Higher ed sustainability leader will discuss trends, changes on college campuses
9/16/15
UB alumna Meghan Fay Zahniser is the keynote speaker for UB Sustainability's Fall Harvest Luncheon Sept. 17.
Fiorina should wield humor on Trump during debate, UB gender expert says
9/15/15
Women get more scrutiny when trying to attain high-level leadership or political roles because as a society we have gender stereotypes, says UB's Emily Grijalva.
Before accepting Syrians, U.S. must improve refugee support system, UB expert says
9/11/15
Unless the infrastructure is built to support refugees, President Obama's plan is not going to work, says UB's Hilary Weaver.

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