Mascots and nicknames deemed offensive, particularly by Native American groups, have been dropped and replaced in recent years at several colleges and universities. But controversy persists on some campuses.
UB Tech® 2020 highlights include the Women in Technology pre-conference, during which attendees will come to better understand unconscious bias, recognize gender barriers contributing to bias for women in the workplace, share experiences of bias, and learn strategies to mitigate bias.
With growing on-campus housing demands, larger living and learning communities are being designed. These larger communities create neighborhoods within the greater campus. UB guest columnists Luis Bernardo and Jessica Pagan Aello say it is vital that the communities have a sense of identity and are easily navigable.
Colleges expand programs for former service members who have a hard time transitioning from the mission-oriented military to a more open, less rigid world of campus choices.
At UB Tech® 2019, Nassar Nizami, senior vice president and CIO of Thomas Jefferson University in Philadelphia, discussed the process of merging with Philadelphia University, including how to retain staff and communicate strategically.
The new 7,500-square-foot esports area will feature 16 gaming computers, consoles and a broadcast space, as well as a spot for the potential for training, youth STEM programs and sports camps.
The University of Kentucky announced it is starting an esports program and partnering with company Gen.G, a pro sports franchise and global company that connects gamers.
