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03/13/2020

As you know, due to the coronavirus (COVID-19) outbreak, colleges and universities are moving from in-person classes to online education. Following their lead, NYPIRG will continue to offer a full array of educational, service and civic projects for college students through online activities. We are creating an interactive, internet-based program to continue to engage students in civic life, offer educational experiences, and contribute to public policy discourse -- as we have for the last 46 years. To stay updated, please check our social media platform, nypirgstudents.org or contact us at [email protected]

01/02/2020

NYPIRG

Resolve to get active in #Census2020 this year! One of the most important ways to exercise your civic power and stand up for your city and state this year

DM us if you're interested in learning more about getting out the count

#NYCCensus2020 #CompleteCount #NYCensus2020

11/06/2019

Buff State Chapter Members gearing up for the first part of our Trick or Eat community food drive!

To join us on Thursday afternoon to help us collect food for the Buffalo State Food Drive, or to learn more about what we've got planned for the semester, email us at [email protected]!

10/30/2019

10/29/2019

NYPIRG

New Yorkers - Early voting is here! For the first time, you have the option of voting on a day and time that works for your schedule! Vote between now and Election Day, Tuesday November 5th!

For information about early polling sites in your area, please visit https://www.elections.ny.gov/CountyBoards.html

NYC residents, you can look up your early poll site here https://nyc.pollsitelocator.com/search

10/04/2019

NASA's Earth Minute

Check out our "Earth Minute" whiteboard animation series, which explains Earth science to the science-curious.

NASA isn't all about interplanetary exploration; in fact, the agency spends much of its time studying our home planet. This fun whiteboard animation series explains Earth science to the science-curious.

10/03/2019

Will Work When Drunk: Fake Subway Ad Savages Local Lawyer ‘Crazy Rudy’ Giuliani

“I will appear on all cable news networks on behalf of my clients. I promise that each appearance will be three things: unhinged, combative and fun.

Brilliant.

10/02/2019

SNL parodies upstate NY apple-picking tradition; "Maybe just go to the store"

"For just $45, you can bring home $10 worth of apples."

Saturday Night Live parodied the Upstate NY tradition of apple-picking during a skit on the show's season premiere over the weekend. The skit features a commercial for Chickham's Farms, a fictitious apple-picking destination located in the part of New York that "has confederate flags. " "For just $4...

09/30/2019

California Governor Signs Bill Allowing College Athletes To Profit From Endorsements

California Gov. Gavin Newsom has signed a bill effectively allowing college athletes in the state to earn money off their name and image, sign endorsement deals and hire agents.

Gov. Gavin Newsom said the measure he signed is "the beginning of a national movement." It's also sure to irk the NCAA, which has banned athletes from hiring agents and signing endorsement deals.

09/28/2019

09/28/2019

Apples, leaves, football and pumpkin fiestas: The best Buffalo is found in fall

You never quite know when fall is going to end in Western New York, so it’s important to take advantage of the region’s offerings.

It’s easy to get sad about the departure of Buffalo’s summer. The short sleeves. The patio drinks. The daily schedule of outdoor concerts...

09/28/2019

09/27/2019

‪It’s the first day of #autumn, so here’s your annual reminder of the chemistry behind leaf colour changes 🍃 🍁 🍂 https://www.compoundchem.com/2014/09/11/autumnleaves/ #AutumnEquinox ‬

‪It’s the first day of #autumn, so here’s your annual reminder of the chemistry behind leaf colour changes 🍃 🍁 🍂 https://www.compoundchem.com/2014/09/11/autumnleaves/ #AutumnEquinox ‬

09/26/2019

The School-to-Prison Pipeline, Part I: An introduction

What is the school-to-prison pipeline? What does it look like in Western New York, and what’s being done about it? We're examining those questions this week in a series produced by WBFO’s Education and Racial Equity desks. Today, Kyle Mackie begins with an introduction to the issue.

What is the school-to-prison pipeline? What does it look like in Western New York, and what’s being done about it? A joint series from WBFO’s Education and

09/26/2019

They never read the papers.

09/25/2019

09/24/2019

It's national voter registration day! If your still missing the party come to the student union and register now!

09/24/2019

We Resist

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09/23/2019

If world leaders choose to fail us, my generation will never forgive them | Greta Thunberg

.Greta Thunberg's full speech at the UN: “People are suffering. People are dying. Entire ecosystems are collapsing. We are in the beginning of a mass extinction. And all you can talk about is money and fairytales of eternal economic growth. How dare you!”

We are in the middle of a climate breakdown, and all they can talk about is money and fairytales of eternal economic growth, says climate activist Greta Thunberg

09/22/2019

Stephanie McMillan

I added color to my drawing from yesterday. I'm making this available as a free/pay-what-you-choose poster (various sizes) that you can print yourself (or download it and have it printed somewhere). Maybe you'd like to bring it to the upcoming climate change protests, if you're going. I'm also selling a print if you'd rather get a physical print. I'll add the links in the comments.

09/21/2019

Climate rally held in New Paltz - Mid Hudson News

Climate rally held in New Paltz - Mid Hudson News

NEW PALTZ – Several hundred students from local public schools and the SUNY New Paltz gathered at Elting Memorial Library on Main Street in New Paltz to voice their concern about threats they believe come along with climate change. This was one of thousands of climate strikes happening around the ...

09/20/2019

NYPIRG

Young people came out IN FORCE for the #ClimateStrike today. Our elected leaders better listen up! "We mean business about our CLIMATE SICKNESS"

Young people came out IN FORCE for the #ClimateStrike today. Our elected leaders better listen up! "We mean business about our CLIMATE SICKNESS"

09/20/2019

NYPIRG's Liz Moran On Independent Power Producers - The Sanctuary for Independent Media

Hudson Mohawk magazine correspondent Steve Pierce spoke with Liz Moran of the New York Public Interest Group about her experience speaking at the annual conference of Independent Power Producers in NY, which represents the people who actually run plants that produce electricity in New York.

Hudson Mohawk magazine correspondent Steve Pierce spoke with Liz Moran of the New York ...

09/19/2019

What a Difference a Day Makes: Bengals Dare to Care Draws Hundreds to Community Service

Hundreds of Buffalo State faculty, staff, and students will spend the morning of Saturday, September 21, serving the community during Bengals Dare to Care Day! Are you signed up yet? There is still time!

Hundreds of Buffalo State faculty, staff, and students will spend the morning of Saturday, September 21, serving the community during Bengals Dare to Care Day.

04/22/2019

Wegmans to reduce in-store plastic use

Wegmans says that they will eliminate some current plastic packaging and they will replace it with packaging made from plant-based renewable fiber material.

The company also says they plan to eliminate all plastic bags ahead of the state ban which will take effect in March 2020.

04/21/2019

Reach Out: Ways To Help A Loved One At Risk Of Suicide

If you know someone who is struggling with depression or thoughts of suicide, you may be wondering how to help.

Experts say to start with reaching out.

Here are 9 things you can do to make a difference for someone who is struggling:

What can you do when you fear someone you know may be considering suicide? It can feel daunting, but suicide prevention experts say we all can help someone at risk by reaching out and showing we care.

04/08/2019

Put A Cup In It

Right on NY!!! 👏👏👏

03/05/2019

This week, students and faculty are sharing their higher education stories.

What students face on the daily is the reason we need a #NewDeal4CUNYandSUNY. @NYGovCuomo #FundSUNYandCUNY

Reason # 1: Tuition has gone up nearly every year since 2011 -- almost a 40% hike in price.

This week, students and faculty are sharing their higher education stories.

What students face on the daily is the reason we need a #NewDeal4CUNYandSUNY. @NYGovCuomo #FundSUNYandCUNY

Reason # 1: Tuition has gone up nearly every year since 2011 -- almost a 40% hike in price.

03/03/2019

CODE BLUE 32 issued for Buffalo

A Code Blue 32 has been issued for the City of Buffalo. Three warming centers will be open tonight.

A CODE BLUE 32 has been issued for the City of Buffalo.

02/25/2019

Starting Monday, restrooms in court buildings to be based on gender expression

The state's new GENDA law applies to restroom selection in all buildings used by state, county and city courts.

A new state gender nondiscrimination law applies to restroom selection, according to a new policy that goes into effect Monday in all buildings used by state, county a...

02/24/2019

WGRZ - Channel 2, Buffalo

There is a travel advisory in Erie county tonight. The windstorm is dangerous please seek shelter and avoid the roads tonight.

The high winds have blown off the roof of the bookstore at the University at Buffalo. wgrz.com/weather

Video Credit: The Spectrum/UB

02/20/2019

Supreme Court Limits Civil Asset Forfeiture, Rules Excessive Fines Apply To States

In the Court's decision, Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg wrote the ban on excessive fines is in the bill of rights as a "constant shield" against fines being used to retaliate against political enemies or as a source of revenue.

Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg wrote the opinion and announced it on just her second day back at court after surgery for lung cancer late last year.

02/19/2019

Buffalo State will ask Common Council to buy city impound lot

Buffalo State will be asking the Common Council to buy the city's impound lot on Dart Street.

The school did not say how exactly it plans on using the property.

02/19/2019

Why You Should Not Lie on Your College Application - Artvoice

Why You Should Not Lie on Your College Application - Artvoice

College admissions is competitive enough as it is and if kids start lying, it just messes up the entire process, not to mention if you don’t get caught during the application review, you can still get kicked out of your university even after acceptance and even years later if you’re implicated. ...

02/15/2019

Colorado Senate passes bill to essentially eliminate Electoral College

Colorado Senate passes bill to essentially eliminate Electoral College

It would require Colorado Electors to the Electoral College to cast their vote for the winner of the national popular vote. Currently, Colorado electors vote for the candidate who wins in Colorado.