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Fair Housing in Erie County is Not Quite Fair

Those in need of affordable housing in Western New York are consistently being locked out of the system designed to assist them. More than 40 years after the passage of the anti-discriminatory Fair Housing Act of 1968, a study completed through the UB School of Social Work has found that the right to fair housing remains one that only a privileged few are afforded. Fragmented policy implementation across municipalities, limited access to affordable living spaces, and fundamental discrimination based on race and socio-economic, familial, and disability statuses combine to become a backward force that many cannot overcome. "I see it as a social justice issue," said Kelly L.

"Today In UB History: March 9, 1984"

The audience packed into Woldman Theater in Norton Hall Tuesday night, when Art Clokey, the creator of the ancient children's television character "Gumby," gave a live presentation on the small clay cult figure. The rather odd presentation, sponsored by the University Union Activities Board, went over quite well.

Spectrum Elects Next EIC

On Monday, The Spectrum elected Matthew Parrino as the 2011-2012 editor in chief. The election was open to the public; however, only the editorial board voted. Parrino, a non-traditional communication major, has been on staff since the fall of 2008, and in each succeeding semester, he moved up in the ranks.

Police Blotter

3/1?A suspicious person was reported at Diefendorf Loop. 3/1?A noise complaint for loud music was made at 305 Augspurger Rd. 3/1?A subject was charged with Driving While Intoxicated on Hayes Rd. 3/1?Graffiti was reported on Core Rd. 3/1?An intrusion alarm was set off on Putnam Way. 3/1?Larceny was reported at 13 Rotary Rd. 3/1?A subject required first aid treatment at 13 Rotary Rd. 3/1?A noise complaint for loud music was made at 38 Callodine Ave. 3/2?A disabled motor vehicle was reported at 1435 Sweet Home Rd. 3/2?A noise complaint for loud music was made at 113 Hadley Rd. 3/2?Larceny was reported at 340 Putnam Way. 3/2?A suspicious person was reported on Goodyear Rd. 3/2?A subject required first aid treatment on Goodyear Rd. 3/3?Larceny was reported at 15 Diefendorf Loop. 3/3?A disabled motor vehicle was reported on White Rd. 3/3?A subject was taken for a mental health evaluation from 3435 Main St. 3/3?Aggravated harassment was reported at 342 Hadley Rd. 3/4?An intrusion alarm was set off at 240 Putnam Way. 3/4?Criminal mischief was reported at 300 Hayes Rd. 3/4?A suspicious incident was reported at 220 Winspear Ave. 3/4?A noise complaint for loud music was made at 343 Hadley Rd. 3/4?Larceny was reported at 200 Lee Entrance St. 3/4?A subject was injured in an accident on Millersport Highway. 3/4?An incident involving alcohol was reported at 340 Hadley Rd. 3/5?A robbery was reported at 44 Englewood Ave. 3/5?A subject was charged with Driving While Intoxicated on John James Audubon Parkway. 3/5?Criminal mischief was reported at 640 Core Rd. 3/5?Larceny was reported at 240 Putnam Way. 3/5?A suspicious person and vehicle were reported at 100 Lee Entrance St. 3/5?Marijuana odor and use were reported at 5 Michael Rd. 3/6?An intoxicated subject near Millard Fillmore Academic Center required emergency services. 3/6?A subject required first aid treatment at 200 Core Rd. 3/6?An intoxicated subject in Fargo Quad required emergency services. 3/6?A student conduct violation was reported in Wilkeson Quad. 3/6?An unwelcomed guest was reported in a Goodyear Quad dorm room. 3/6?Disorderly conduct was reported in Richmond Quad. 3/6?Marijuana odor and use were reported at Schoellkopf Hall. 3/6?An intoxicated subject in Richmond Quad required emergency services. 3/6?Marijuana odor and use were reported in Spaulding Quad. 3/7?A subject was for a mental health evaluation from 510 Core Rd. 3/7?Criminal mischief was reported at 15 Webster Rd. 3/7?Harassment was reported at 1501 Millersport Highway 3/7?Drug possession was reported in Red Jacket Quad. 3/7?A disabled motor vehicle was reported on Goodyear Rd.

Lessons Learned From Flight 3407

Dr. Gregory G. Homish, assistant professor of community health and health behavior at UB, is the first author of an article in the current issue of Disaster Medicine and Public Health Preparedness; the article deals with disaster response in the wake of the recent Flight 3407 tragedy. "Immediate intervention [after a disaster] usually reduces tension, which can mitigate the negative impact on individual, family, and work life and improve health," Homish said. Emergency mental health is a field of practice designed to help survivors, their significant others, emergency responders, disaster workers, and the community at large to effectively cope with the extreme stresses they may face in the aftermath of a disaster.

UB Professors Awarded Grants to Improve Early Learning

Many children who live in poor economic areas are unable to count past 10 and cannot perform simple mathematics by the time they arrive to preschool.

"Today In UB History: March 7, 2003 'Books, Not Bombs'"

Students and faculty members gathered outside Capen Hall on Wednesday afternoon in a vocal display of opposition to a preemptive war with Iraq. The student strike rally, called "Books, Not Bombs," was organized by the UB for Peace organization.

News Briefs

Political Poll Shocks France In a recent survey by the French Le Parisien newspaper, far-right leader Marine Le Pen emerged as the frontrunner in next year's presidential election.

Second Annual Poverty Workshop Draws a Large Crowd

On Friday afternoon, the basement of the St. Stanislaus Church Social Center was crowded with over 150 members of the Buffalo community for the second annual Poverty Research Workshop, which focused on the issue of women and homelessness. Buffalo is the third-highest region of poverty in the country, with 30 percent of the city's population living under the poverty level.

Presidential Search Speculations Arise

Satish K. Tripathi, provost for seven years, is reported to be one of two finalists under consideration for the position of UB's 15th president, according to The Buffalo News. The Buffalo News ran an article on Thursday, which stated that Tripathi's name had surfaced in recent days as a leading candidate.

Women and Homelessness Seminar

The UB 2020 Civic Engagement and Public Policy Initiative will be sponsoring the Buffalo Poverty Research Workshop II: Women and Homelessness on Friday from 1 to 5 p.m.

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News Briefs

Mexican President Calderon Set to Meet with Obama President Barack Obama is to meet with Mexican President Felipe Calderon to calm tensions between the two countries on Thursday at the White House. The meeting comes two weeks after the death of a U.S.

"Today In UB History: March 4, 1974"

"I call myself a survivor." With this flat statement, Sharon Krebs introduced her story of life in prison to a group of law students assembled in O'Brian Hall.

Five Announced as Distinguished Professors

This past month, five professors have been appointed as UB Distinguished Professors for the 2011 school year.

UB 2020 Progress

The University at Buffalo is one step closer to making UB 2020 a reality. On Wednesday, a bill sponsored by Republican North Buffalo State Senator Mark Grisanti, entitled the "UB 2020 Flexibility and Economic Growth Act," passed through the New York State Senate and was sent on to the Assembly.

"Today In UB History: March 2, 1968"

Apparently, many more than just students violate campus regulations against drinking. Alcoholic beverages were served at a meeting Monday evening to seven members of the faculty, a Buffalo city councilman, and a visiting high State official from Albany. The meeting was called by Dr. John E.

Update on University Honors College Relocation

The construction of the new University Honors College within Capen Library is expected to be finished by June 1, and the modern addition will bring an update to Capen Library. The Honors College, formerly in 214 Talbert Hall, will bring an abundance versatile space for its members and other students alike, according to Krista Hanypsiak, administrative director of the University Honors College. Representatives from the Honors College would make no comment on the cost of either the expansion or the grant that is said to have funded a lounge within the new facility. "It is important for students to have an area to meet together," Hanypsiak said.

UB Prizes Student Research

Amid the numerous state budget cuts affecting UB, one student still gets to research a topic of his choice, invite other students to a presentation at a Celebration of Academic Excellence, and receive a $500 Undergraduate Research Prize. The prize is given out every year in the spring to honor .an undergraduate student who has shown exceptional proficiency with library resources, services, and collections to produce noteworthy academic investigations.

Study: Girls Not as Sensitive to Caffeine as Boys

Sorry, ladies; it appears that gulping down all that caffeine during high school might not have been as effective as once thought. Boys are more sensitive than girls to the effects of caffeine, according to results of a study conducted by Jennifer L.