Leading the Way to a New Economy
“The life-sciences industry is transforming the Western New York economy and the University at Buffalo is providing the research, knowledge and expertise that powers this expansion.”
Kevin Murphy, Buffalo market president, Bank of America
Picture a time in the not too distant future when the Buffalo Niagara economy is flourishing. Well-paying jobs and prosperity abound. World class arts, culture and college sports enliven the region as never before. Population growth is consistent, property values are up and quality of life is on par with other leading cities in our nation. In short, Buffalo Niagara is a desired destination to live and work.
Investing in the University at Buffalo is key to achieving this vision.
Studies show that a strong university can improve the economy and quality of life in the area it resides. For our region, the University at Buffalo is that university:
- Providing a strategic “leg up” to local businesses, educating tomorrow’s workforce, promoting development of new technologies and attracting visitors and students to the region, UB drives area economic development.
- Bolstering the quality of our area’s public schools and the educational opportunities afforded to those students that attend them, the university is an important partner in the education of Buffalo Niagara’s young people.
- By attracting increasing research dollars and generating hundreds of inventions, patents and start-up companies, UB is a center of innovation and the foundation for the region’s competitive workforce.
- Civic engagement programs, libraries and lectures, cultural offerings, recreational facilities and charitable activities that stem from the university demonstrate UB’s integral role in regional quality of life.
To continue UB’s growth and the corresponding benefits it provides for our region, consistent support from individuals and New York State is imperative. Join the UB Believers and add your voice to a campaign advocating for a brighter future for the next generation. And all of us.
Meet Our UB Believers
Clotilde Perez-Bode Dedecker
President and CEO, Program Department, Community Foundation for Greater Buffalo
“I think UB is the key supplier of a 21st century workforce for our region.”
Legislation proposed
by WNY’s state legislators will promote UB 2020, regional economic growth.
