School of Management Dean’s Innovation Fund

Students of the University at Buffalo's School of Management.

This versatile fund supports identified priorities, student programming and faculty initiatives in the UB School of Management.

In an ever-changing world, the School of Management Dean’s Innovation Fund is used at the Dean’s discretion to drive the school forward, and support a range of enhancements that benefit students, faculty and the business community.

Innovation plays a critical role in helping us achieve our mission, vision and goals, including creating a school with world-class capabilities, and making a positive impact on business—and society. The Innovation Fund was established by various donors, namely members of the School of Management’s Dean’s Advisory Council.

The UB School of Management: Bullish on brainpower. Invested in Buffalo. Committed to leveraging our leadership. Now, we seek visionary donors who recognize that investing in knowledge, leadership and skills yield immense returns—for UB, our graduates, our community and our world. We proudly invite you to partner with us as we build a future for business that is world-changing.

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Other School of Management Funds

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School of Management Dean’s Innovation Fund
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WOW Fund
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Social Impact Fellowship Fund
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Provide support for a vibrant, diverse and inclusive School of Management through this fund.
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Faculty innovation and academic creativity in the School of Management are promoted and encouraged through this fund.

News from the School of Management

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This investment pays dividends
5/10/20
This past year, thanks to a gift from Gregg Fisher, BS ’92, the School of Management added four additional terminals to the center.
Opening Doors to Talent
2/26/21
During his career, Jeff says he has always wanted to hire the best person because it added value to his business. But he knows that barriers to career advancement continue to exist.
The Backbone for Success
4/21/22
Dick Osborne is a firm believer in the power of education—so much so, he's created two substantial legacies at UB to support others' education.
Helping Women Climb the Academic Ladder
8/3/22
Through her own experiences, Mirdza Neiders, PMCert '74 knew the importance of women receiving a college education. Now, she's giving back to elevate women in academics even further.
A family account: the Victor and Joan Brown MS Accounting Fellowship
8/3/22
Top accounting students will have even more reason to attend UB, thanks to an endowment created on behalf of Victor and Joan Brown.
Honoring Lifelong Friendship
5/10/20
The University at Buffalo School of Management announces one of the largest cash gifts in the school’s history that will create the Kenneth W. Colwell Chair in Accounting and Law.
Fond Memories of UB
5/10/20
Linda Edelman, BS ’66, PharmD, leaves a generous bequest.
Finding a Center
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Tyler Orlando found happiness in the new Undergraduate Learning and Community Center at the UB School of Management. A lot of happiness.
Network—A story for Buffalo
5/10/20
Larry and Leslie Zielinski started the fund with an endowment gift and add to it every year. Now they’ve committed to further funding through their estate plan.
How one gift left a legacy with three local businesswomen
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UB entrepreneurs will make a lasting impact, thanks to the Huppuch bequest and their Core experience.
Close Family, Bold Legacy
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For David Herer, CEL ’90, family is everything—it’s in the history of his company, the inspiration for his community involvement and the legacy he’s leaving at the UB School of Management.
Combining Forces for Good
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Social work and management students collaborate to tackle pressing social problems.

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