Presentation Archive

Presenter(s): June Sokolowski, Ryan Lysarz, Nina Johnson; Purchasing and Contract Services

Guidance on how to purchase your scientific needs for Research & Clinical Activities and Economic Development Initiatives. Learn about strategic sourcing for specialized scientific systems, basic equipment, consumables, analysis, maintenance agreements and repairs.

Presenter(s): Brian O'Connor, Office of Institutional Analysis

Higher education, like many industries, is drowning in data and starving for information. UB’s Office of Institutional Analysis (OIA) has attempted to remedy that situation through the development of self-service dashboards that give wide-ranging audiences access to actionable intelligence to inform their decision-making. This session explores some key components in the evolution of a more data literate campus, and specific steps taken in this journey to date. See demonstrations of select dashboards with examples of their specific use to inform decisions for various audiences.

Presenter(s): Joe Raab, Robert Adams, Justin Miller, Karen Peissinger; Environment, Health and Safety

This session addresses concerns people often have with hazards in the office setting. It focuses on three main hazard areas: asbestos in building materials, electrical hazards and indoor mold growth. Environmental Health and Safety provides an overview of concerns associated with hazards, identifies where they are found on campus and discusses how they are controlled. Learn how to recognize if problems exist and how to get assistance.

Presenter(s): Tina Rimbeck, Information Technology

This presentation highlights the critical role of IT policies in safeguarding university resources, detailing the structure and update strategies of IT policies at UB. It covers the steps for advancing and approving policies, recent changes and upcoming standards.

Presenter(s): Anne Reed, Janeen Wilder; Office of Micro-Credentials

Learn more about micro-credential programs and digital badges offered through the Office of Micro-Credentials at UB. We will define common terminology and identify programs available to UB staff to take you to the next level of your career.