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Vol. L, No. 32 April 21, 2005

In this issue: From the President Promotions Curricular Actions From the Provost and Vice President for Academic Affairs Reorganization Update School of the Professions Interim Dean, School of the Professions Dean of Graduate Studies and Research Women in Science Lecture From the Vice President for Student Affairs Student Employee of the Year Home Athletics Events From the Senior Adviser to the President for Equity and Campus Diversity Dr. Nuala McGann Drescher Affirmative Action/Diversity Leave Program From the Chair of the College Senate College Senate Meeting College Senate Elections Curricular Items

Promotions Upon completion of the review procedures at the department, dean, and vice presidential levels, I am pleased to announce the following promotions: Promotion to professor, effective September 1, 2005: James Hamm (Art Conservation) Donna McCarthy (Performing Arts) Carol Patitu (Educational Foundations) Elaine Polvinen (Technology) Crystal Hearne Reinoso (Performing Arts) back to top Curricular Actions I have approved the following curricular items, which have been recommended by the appropriate dean, the College Senate, and the provost and vice president for academic affairs: Program Revision: B.S. in Mathematics Education with Adolescent Certification (0721) New Course: MED 300 Field Experience: Methods in the Teaching of Secondary Mathematics back to top   Reorganization Update School of the Professions The School of the Professions will be fully operational by September 2005. The following departments and centers will compose the school: Business Computer Information Systems Creative Studies Criminal Justice Dietetics and Nutrition Health and Wellness Hospitality and Tourism Social Work Speech-Language Pathology Technology The Small Business Development Center The master's degree program in student personnel administration, now assigned to the Educational Foundations Department, will also be affiliated with the School of the Professions pending clarification of the administrative structure. back to top Interim Dean, School of the Professions I'm pleased to announce that, following extensive consultation with department chairs in the School of the Professions, Gary Jones, associate professor of speech-language pathology, will be appointed interim dean of the School of the Professions, effective June 1. Jones has been a member of the Buffalo State community since 1992 and is the current chair of the Speech-Language Pathology Department. The June 1 appointment date will provide time to work with department chairs to ensure that all arrangements are made for operation of the School of the Professions in September. A national search for a permanent dean will be implemented in fall 2005. back to top Dean of Graduate Studies and Research Richard Podemski, dean of graduate studies and research, announced that he has accepted an administrative appointment at the University of West Florida. He will be associate vice president for research and dean of graduate study at the Pensacola campus. His appointment is effective July 1. Dean Podemski's leadership in research and graduate affairs in the five years he has served at Buffalo State advanced many campus strategic initiatives. Sponsored-program funding has continually increased. Numerous new programs were implemented to support and provide incentives to expand research. As operations manager for the Research Foundation, Podemski facilitated decentralization of research program management and resolved numerous problematic operational issues. His accomplishments in advancing graduate study include renewing the Graduate Advisory Council, updating graduate student policies, strengthening recognition for graduate students and graduate faculty, and collaborating with other deans and faculty to further graduate education at Buffalo State. A plan will be implemented to ensure continuation of our many successful efforts during this time of transition of leadership to our research and graduate efforts. I thank Dean Podemski for his extensive contributions to Buffalo State and wish him the best for continued success in his new appointment. back to top Women in Science Lecture Dr. Jill Schneiderman, chair and professor of geology at Vassar College, will present a lecture titled "Justice, Leadership, and Integrated Science" at 12:15 p.m. Thursday, April 28, in Science Building 213. A reception will follow; all faculty, staff, and students are welcome and encouraged to attend. Schneiderman was a Fulbright fellow at the Centre for Gender and Development Studies, University of the West Indies in Trinidad and Tobago, where she pursued research on women and water resources on the islands. Her interests include geology and environmental issues, feminism, and the history of science. This event is sponsored by the Women in Science and Mathematics Committee, with grants from the Auxiliary Services Grant Allocation Committee and the Equity and Campus Diversity Minigrant Program. back to top   Student Employee of the Year In recognition of the contributions and accomplishments of students who work while they attend college, the Career Development Center and the Financial Aid Office are pleased to announce Buffalo State's 14th annual Student Employee of the Year celebration. This year's winner is Amy Chase, an English education major. Chase is the program manager of the Campus-Based Transition Program/Young Adult Life Transitions at Buffalo State. The CBTP/YALT program allows young people ages 18–23 with significant disabilities to participate in an inclusive, age-appropriate learning environment. The program is a partnership between the Buffalo Public Schools, People Inc., Parents for Public Schools, and Buffalo State College. As program manger, Chase oversees the day-to-day operations of the Buffalo State YALT site, supervises all program staff, and is responsible for the safety and educational needs of all participants. She was recognized April 6 at the annual Student Employee of the Year Luncheon given by the Niagara Frontier College Placement Association (NFCPA), along with recipients from 11 other local colleges and universities. back to top The following students also were nominated for the Student Employee of the Year award by their supervisors for the excellent work they perform both on and off campus. The award winner and all nominees will be honored at a campus reception on Thursday, April 28, in E. H. Butler Library 210 during Bengal Pause. All members of the campus community are welcome to attend; R.S.V.P. to the Career Development Center at ext. 5811 by Thursday, April 21. Cara Angie (design, interior design concentration), employed by the Design Department Starlynn Ferguson (student personnel administration), employed by the Equity and Campus Diversity Office Lakeia Gooley (hospitality administration), employed by the Holiday Inn downtown Ashley Melendez (pre-forensic chemistry), employed by the Equity and Campus Diversity Office Yakima Melton (criminal justice), employed by the Campbell Student Union/Student Life Office Erica Newton (social work), employed by People Inc. Individual Residential Alternatives Meagan Sabatini (exceptional education and elementary education), employed by the Center for Health and Social Research Ellen Segool (music), employed by People Inc. Service Coordination Lianna Zullich (social work), employed by People Inc. At-Home Respite Habilitation The Student Employee of the Year award is also sponsored by the Northeast Association of Student Employment Administrators (NEASEA). back to top Home Athletics Events Friday, April 22 Softball Buffalo State vs. Potsdam 3:00 and 5:00 p.m. Bengal Field Saturday, April 23 Softball Buffalo State vs. Plattsburgh 1:00 and 3:00 p.m. Bengal Field Tuesday, April 26 Lacrosse Buffalo State vs. Geneseo 4:00 p.m. Coyer Field back to top   Dr. Nuala McGann Drescher Affirmative Action/Diversity Leave Program The State of New York/United University Professions Affirmative Action/Diversity Committee is accepting applications for the Dr. Nuala McGann Drescher Affirmative Action/Diversity Leave Program for leaves commencing spring 2006. The deadline for applications is Monday, August 1. The program is designed to enhance employment opportunities for minorities, women, persons with disabilities, and Vietnam-era veterans who are full-time employees preparing for permanent or continuing appointments. The types of support available include payment of an employee's regular salary by the campus, salary for a replacement, tuition and fees for coursework, research support, and other expenses necessary to support an eligible project. Funds are used to support a proposed project or activity that assists the employee in meeting one or more of the criteria established in Article XII, Evaluation and Promotion of Academic and Professional Employees, of the Policies of the Board of Trustees. Consideration will be given to areas of scholarship and mastery of specialization, including but not limited to pure, applied, and historical research; preparation of manuscripts or other materials for publication; invention or innovation in professional, scientific, or technical areas; coursework not covered by Article 46 Program for Tuition Assistance; curriculum development; grant proposal development; or internships, workshops, and conferences specifically related to the applicant's approved activity. More information about the award, including guidelines and application, can be obtained from the UUP Web site at www.nysuup.lmc.state.ny.us/diversity/drescher.html. Contact Kathy Seney, UUP staff assistant, at (518) 457-1198 or nysuuplmc@goer.state.ny.us. back to top   College Senate Meeting The final College Senate meeting for the academic year will be held at 2:00 p.m. Friday, May 13, in E. H. Butler Library 210. back to top College Senate Elections The deadline for voting in the 2005–2006 College Senate elections is Friday, April 22. Please vote electronically at http://bscintra.buffalostate.edu/vote. In the "User name" field, enter bsclogon\your user name; in the "Password" field, enter your NT (Outlook) password. Do not select "Remember my password." Click OK. Those who do not wish to vote electronically may pick up a paper ballot from the College Senate Office, Cleveland Hall 211. Your participation in this important process is appreciated. back to top Curricular Items The following have been approved by the College Senate Curriculum Committee and have been forwarded to the president for review and approval: New Course: CHE 530 Advanced Environmental Chemistry Course Revision: EDU 626 Integrating the Content Areas in the Teaching of Young Children back to top

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