Need to Know

The UB student chapter of the American Academy of Developmental Medicine and Dentistry (AADMD) is highlighting the fashion flair and creative talents of individuals of all abilities on Jan. 27 during the UB Dental Inclusive Fashion and Talent Show.

IRS-certified accounting students from the School of Management will once again provide free tax-preparation services to individuals and families with annual income of $73,000 or less.

Christopher Connor, senior assistant dean for enrollment management in the School of Engineering and Applied Sciences (SEAS), has been named interim vice provost for enrollment management. The appointment was effective Jan 1.

Rose Luckin, a British researcher renowned for investigating the design and evaluation of educational technology — especially AI — will deliver the keynote address at the annual Genteels’ Excellence in Teaching Conference, being held from 10 a.m. to noon Jan. 22 on Zoom.

J. Brice Bible is stepping down as vice president and chief information officer to take on the same role at the University of South Carolina.

Kathleen S. Heckman, associate vice president for advancement administration, has been named interim vice president for university advancement, effective Feb. 1.

UB has announced the fourth annual UB Fast 46 competition, open to alumni and former students who own or lead businesses.

Jason Diffenderfer is stepping down as UB’s vice president for university advancement to take on the same role at Baylor University.

Ryan Krzyzanowicz, director of UB’s Athletic Training Program, has received the Bob and Lynn Caruthers Service Award recognizing significant and distinguished service to professional and specialized accreditation.

The American Culinary Federation (ACF) has awarded the certification of Certified Executive Chef (CEC) to Amelia Ruiz, an assistant executive chef with Campus Dining and Shops, after she passed her Practical Exam in September.