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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The bully of the Bills: Has he improved himself as a person and teammate?
2/12/15
Amanda B. Nickerson, director of the Alberti Center for Bullying Abuse Prevention at the University at Buffalo, called the Buffalo Bills’ signing of troubled guard Richie Incognito “disheartening,” especially following Bills Head Coach Rex Ryan’s press conference ambitions to “build a bully.”
Isaac Ehrlich named to National Academy of Sciences panel
2/10/15
The panel will lay the basis for a more informed and fact-based discussion of the issues surrounding current immigration into the U.S.
Profitable phishing schemes slyly tinker with our heads, then rip us off
1/22/15
‘The claws that catch’ alter cognitive processing to get what they want, new UB research finds.
UB law expert says U.S. Supreme Court poised to guarantee marriage equality nationwide
1/16/15
The Supreme Court’s announcement on Friday that it would soon consider whether states are constitutionally required to license same-sex marriages will likely bring marriage equality to the minority of states that still prohibit it, according to Michael Boucai, a University at Buffalo professor who specializes on law and sexuality. The Court will take up the matter in April, and a decision is expected by late June.
Alcohol warnings from parents matter
1/8/15
Parenting practices and restrictions when it comes to alcohol use can make a difference with adolescent drinking, and there is considerable value to consistent and sustained parental attitudes about drinking, according to new research by a University at Buffalo psychologist.
Program by UB and community partners could help reshape the national rural health care landscape
1/8/15
A model program has helped two Western New York counties realize health care savings approaching $840,000 over two years.
Did you know? Twelve amazing UB discoveries from 2014
12/31/14
UB researchers made headlines around the world this year with studies on coffee, climate change, babies’ eating habits and more.
Obama’s action on Cuba makes ‘eminent sense,’ UB’s Dunnett says
12/22/14
Stephen Dunnett, vice provost for international education, says President Barack Obama’s move to normalize relations with Cuba is unexpected and stunning.
Wietig receives FBI award for community leadership
12/17/14
BUFFALO, N.Y. — The FBI presented the 2014 Director’s Community Leadership Award (DCLA) to Paul Wietig, EdD, assistant vice president in the University at Buffalo Office of Interprofessional Education (IPE), on Dec. 17 at the Buffalo office of the FBI. Brian Boetig, special agent in charge (SAC) of the Buffalo office, conferred the award.
Teen smoking: Deeper analysis of statistics needed, study finds
12/10/14
In measuring teen nicotine use, public health agencies often rely on data that are too crude, researchers say.