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Because of their expertise and reputations, members of the UB faculty and staff are sought out by reporters who quote them in print, broadcast and online publications around the world. Here is a sampling of recent media coverage in which UB is mentioned prominently.
"ERP implementations are difficult projects. Considering the cost of these projects, it's important to look at it."
Elias Eldayrie, associate vice president and chief information officer, in an article in The Wall Street Journal on the implementation of new payroll-management software at Arizona State University, and the glitches that came with the switch.
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"It works both ways. It can be good and useful, and then there are the frivolous uses."
Elayne Rapping, professor of American studies, in an article in the Hagerstown Herald-Mail on the pervasiveness of text messaging-both positive and negative.
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"The whole notion of this multiple representation and linked representation really does have power. These things are really important."
Douglas H. Clements, professor of learning and instruction, in an article in Education Week on computer software that shows students visual models of mathematical concepts.
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"The old guys are less likely to commit suicide than the guy fresh out of the academy."
John Violanti, research professor of social and preventive medicine, in an article in the Richmond Times-Dispatch about a young police officer who committed suicide following his girlfriend's death in a car accident.
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"History is happening as we speak...The unpredictable nature of the attacks in this war blurs the distinction between front-line and rear areas. Women who are assigned to support units find themselves in the thick of the battle."
Brenda Moore, professor of sociology, in a piece on NPR about the expanding role of women in the military operation in Iraq and Afghanistan.
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