two students conduct research in a lab.

We provide support for a growing number of faculty and staff initiatives that promote an environment of justice, equity, diversity and inclusion—and we are committed to increasing diverse faculty and women faculty in SEAS to enhance our research and teaching impacts. 

A student presenting as female discusses her research poster while holding a 3-D printed model of her research in one hand.

Engineering Justice Across the Curriculum

Our Engineering Justice Across the Curriculum initiative, led by a cross-disciplinary team of faculty in the School of Engineering and Applied Sciences, connects students from computer science, engineering science, and engineering design to their social settings. 

A student presenting as female discusses her research poster while holding a 3-D printed model of her research in one hand.

Faculty Launch Mentoring Program

The Faculty Launch Mentoring Program supports pre-tenure faculty members from marginalized and underrepresented populations as they begin their journey as research faculty at the University at Buffalo.

A student presenting as female discusses her research poster while holding a 3-D printed model of her research in one hand.

Volunteer/Mentoring Opportunities

Faculty and staff members are invited to volunteer and help lead elementary-age students through hands-on STEM activities at local schools under the guidance of a classroom leader and teachers.

Student kneels next to robot dog.

SUNY PRODiG+ Program

SUNY PRODiG+ focuses on two goals: (1) increasing the number and share of excellent diverse faculty committed to advancing the ideals of diversity, equity, and inclusion; and (2) strengthening the pipeline for retention and support of these candidates.