Curricular Approvals
I have approved the following new courses and course revisions, which have been
recommended by the appropriate dean, the College Senate, and the provost and vice
president for academic affairs:
New Courses:
FLE 520 Teaching a Second Language at the Elementary Level
GEG 120 Cavern Studies
GEG 384 Atmospheric Science
GEG 386 Applied Climatology
GEG 406 Geography of Retailing
GEG 421 Watershed Analysis
GEG 480 Air Pollution Modeling
HTR 400 Catering Management
MAT 325 Probability and Statistics
PLN 420 Health Planning
PLN 422 Strategic Planning for Public-Sector Organizations
Course Revisions:
EDU 120 College Reading and Study Strategies I
EDU 150 College Reading and Study Strategies II
FAR 322 Intermediate Photography II
FAR 323 Advanced Photography
FAR 420 Senior Studio in Photography
GEG 303 World Climatology
GEG 382 Weather Forecasting
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CDHS Sabbaticals
I am pleased to announce the continuation of the Center for Development of
Human Services (CDHS) sabbaticals, one for each of the three faculties. This
opportunity allows faculty to engage in research or other scholarly activity that
links personal areas of interest with key CDHS research or development
priorities.
CDHS is a nationally recognized training organization at Buffalo State, with a
comprehensive menu of training programs that address important issues such as
child abuse, foster care and adoption, HIV/AIDS, management and leadership,
independent living, managed health care/Medicaid, parenting skills, the impact of
substance abuse on families, and welfare reform. For more information, visit
www.bsc-cdhs.org.
Each sabbatical recipient will be paired with a CDHS staff partner who will ensure
that the sabbatical project meets the research and development needs of CDHS.
The recipient will have access to CHDS staff, training, and other resources in
support of the project, including the option for a graduate assistant from the
human services administration option in the M.S. in multidisciplinary studies
program at Buffalo State.
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Current CDHS research and development needs include:
- Research in support of CDHS training in child welfare, management and
leadership, medical assistance, and children with AIDS.
- Research on the impact of welfare-to-work initiatives in New York State,
as well as successful program models of welfare-reform and welfare-to-work
initiatives in local districts in other states. Specific examination of
client programs that focus on family support systems that have proved to
enhance self-sufficiency, as well as collaborative models between local
districts, community agencies, colleges/universities, and businesses.
Following the assessment, recommendations could be made to the New
York State Office of Children and Family Services on the effectiveness
and cost-benefit ratio of these programs in reducing welfare rolls and their
impact on former welfare recipients.
- Research on the impact of the competency-based training (CBT) system
at the Erie County Department of Social Services on CDHS training
delivery. (The introduction of CBT has significantly changed the way
CDHS plans for, budgets, and delivers training.)
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Investigation and development of Web-based, long-distance, multimedia,
and technology-based training and education alternatives for CDHS-sponsored
training and academic courses at the college.
Review of current CDHS training, examining the possibility of awarding
graduate credit for training completion.
Research on the human-resource needs of public-welfare agencies in
New York State. Following the assessment, recommendations could be
made to better serve the needs of public-welfare employees.
Development of training materials on human service administration,
strategic planning, program evaluation, budgeting, and leadership in the
human-service sector. Materials and texts would be used to enhance
CDHS human resource management training.
Research on long-term care and elder care alternatives and their effect on
quality-of-life issues and access to health care.
Research on Medicaid transportation and health care access for clients.
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Development of curricula, instructional guides, and desk aids to assist
health care programs such as New York State's Child Health Plus in
enrolling uninsured children and addressing managed-care issues related
to low-income families and individuals.
Research on the relationship between public- and voluntary-sector human
services and colleges and universities. Research would include the scope
of activities, assessment of the impact, and the nature and character of
the relationships between human service agencies and the academic
community.
Research on alternatives to third-party training such as the "corporate
university" model. Recommendations for improving the integration of
training into public welfare agency administration, including successful
alternatives to stand-up training, especially coaching models and
training/coaching for supervisors.
Faculty members must complete a sabbatical leave proposal following regular
Buffalo State guidelines, timelines, and procedures. In addition to the usual
approvals, CDHS sabbatical proposals must be approved by Robert Spaner,
chief administrative officer for CDHS, before advancing to the dean and provost.
For more information, contact Angelo Conorozzo at 885-4309 or
angeloc@bsc-cdhs.org.
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Tree Rededication Ceremony
The campus community is invited to a tree-planting and rededication ceremony at
3:00 p.m. Friday, October 25 to celebrate and reaffirm Buffalo State's relationship
with the Western New York State Nursery and Landscape Association and the
ongoing support of its members. This year, the college also celebrates the 40th
anniversary of the Maud Gordon Holmes Arboretum on campus.
A Gray Dogwood (Cornus racemosa) will be planted just north of Campus
House, near parking lot Y, the original site of a Gray Dogwood planted on
October 25, 1967—exactly 35 years earlier. The first tree died in 1997.
In case of inclement weather, the ceremony will be held inside Campus House.
For more information, contact Lisa Krieger at ext. 6651 or
kriegelh@buffalostate.edu.
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Appointment
Jerome Moss has been appointed women's basketball coach, the fifth head coach since the varsity program's inception in 1965. Moss inherits the program following the resignation of Fred Batchelor, who left to take the head coaching position at Division II Elizabeth City State University in North Carolina. The Bengals won their ninth SUNYAC championship last season, and made their 11th appearance in the NCAA playoffs while posting a 25-4 record.
Moss, a native of Elmira, comes to Buffalo State with 18 years of basketball coaching experience, most recently as the first assistant coach with SUNYAC-rival Fredonia State for the past two seasons, where his duties included assisting with the planning and running of practices, recruiting, and game-day coaching. In his first season with the team, he helped lead the Blue Devils to the conference semifinals for the first time in the program's history and a 16-10 record, one win shy of a school best.
From 1995 through 2000, Moss served as the head coach for the Forestville Central High School boys' varsity team and was named the Chautauqua County Division III Coach of the Year in his first season. He also has served as an assistant with Fredonia State's and Elmira College's men's teams, and has worked as a basketball referee and instructor for several summer camps.
Moss holds a bachelor's degree in sociology and a master's degree in special studies from Fredonia State. He also will serve as the academic coordinator for Buffalo State's Intercollegiate Athletics Department. He assumes his duties immediately.
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Professional SPA Conference
The sixth annual Professional SPA Conference will be held from 7:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Saturday, November 9 in the Campbell Student Union. The conference is designed for anyone interested in the field of student affairs, including graduate and undergraduate students, faculty, and new and practiced professionals. This powerful one-day symposium will stimulate professional interests and provide opportunities for dialogue and exchange of ideas.
This year's theme, "The Developing Professional: Networking, Partnerships, and Collaboration," will highlight an array of exciting and innovative ideas taking place in the student affairs field. William J. Young, director of Off-Campus Student Services at the Ohio State University, will deliver the keynote address. Young is noted for his contributions to the profession, his commitment to developing professionals, and his inspiring nature.
For registration information, contact Rene Kauder at ext. 4631 or kauderra@buffalostate.edu.
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Government Jobs Week
Government Jobs Week, featuring the Criminal Justice/Law/Government Career Fair, will be held the week of October 21. Students from all majors are welcome to attend the events to learn about opportunities in
federal, state, and municipal government.
Everything You Need to Know about Government Jobs and Civil Service Tests
Mike Golebiewski, Erie Community College
Monday, October 21
5:00–8:00 p.m.
Campbell Student Union Assembly Hall
Pre-Law Forum
Tuesday, October 22
12:15–1:30 p.m. (Bengal Pause)
Classroom Building A109
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Government/Law/Criminal Justice Career Fair
Thursday, October 24
11:00 a.m.–1:30 p.m.
Campbell Student Union Social Hall
Introduction to Civil Service in New York State
Archie Amos and Barbara Schwind, New York State Civil Service Outreach
Thursday, October 24
3:00–4:30 p.m.
Campbell Student Union Assembly Hall
For more information, contact the Career Development Center at ext. 5811, Cleveland Hall 306, or www.buffalostate.edu/offices/cdc.
This event was organized by the Career Development Center, the Criminal Justice and Political Science Departments, the Criminal Justice Student Club, and the Pre-Law Committee. Funding was provided by the Auxiliary Services Grant Allocation Committee.
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Women's Volleyball Team Wins Championship
Buffalo State's women's volleyball team claimed the Hiram Invitational championship for the second straight year last weekend, with wins over Medaille, Pitt-Bradford, and Hiram College. Monica Polka was named Most Valuable Player of the Tournament, and Vicky Manos was selected for the All-Tournament Team.
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Athletic Events
Men's Soccer
Buffalo State vs. Oswego
Friday, October 18
3:00 p.m.
Coyer Field
Buffalo State vs. Cortland
Saturday, October 19
1:00 p.m.
Coyer Field
Buffalo State vs. Fredonia
Wednesday, October 23
3:00 p.m.
Coyer Field
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Project Success: First Friday Dialogs for Disabilities
Uncovering Hidden Disabilities
Friday, November 1
E. H. Butler Library 210
Noon–2:00 p.m.
The number of college students with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder, psychiatric disabilities,
and other hidden disabilities is second only to that of those with learning disabilities. The needs of college students
with hidden disabilities are often misunderstood by faculty and staff members. This First Friday Dialog will
include a brief presentation by Joan McCool, director of the Buffalo State Counseling Center, and
Stephen Chris, senior counselor. A discussion of the implications of students with hidden disabilities on a college campus will follow the presentation. Lunch will be served; R.S.V.P. to Peggy Bristol, Project Success coordinator, at ext. 3515 or bristopa@buffalostate.edu by Wednesday, October 30.
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College Senate Meetings
College Senate meetings for fall 2002 will be held at 3:00 p.m. in E. H. Butler
Library 210 on October 18, November 8, and December 13.
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Curricular Item
The following course has been received in the College Senate Office and will be forwarded to the Curriculum Committee for review and approval:
New Course:
HUM 311 Cinema and Culture. Course focuses on international film and three dimensions of culture: literature, art, and music. Students study film adaptations from literature; view and discuss films representing an artistic style or depicting an artist; listen to and analyze film scores; and view and analyze films about composers or musicians.
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