College Council Meeting
The next meeting of the Buffalo State
College Council will be held at 4:00 p.m. Tuesday, April 19, in Cleveland Hall 518.
Agenda
- Call to Order
- Action Items
Approval of Minutes: March 15, 2005
- Council Chair's Report
- President's Report
- Reports by College Council Committees
- Announcements
- Adjournment
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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:
New Courses:
ENG 346 Non-Western Literature after 1945
GEG 565 Soil Science Management
PLN 560 Environmental Impact Assessment
Course Revisions:
DES 316 Design in the Nineteenth Century
DES 317 Design in the Twentieth Century
ENG 260 Children's Literature
ENG 461 Young Adult Literature
Trustees' Designations:
Social Sciences: ANT 303 Anthropology of Europe and ANT 305 Peoples of Africa
Western Civilization: ANT 303 Anthropology of Europe
Other World Civilizations: ANT 305 Peoples of Africa
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Scholarship of Teaching and Learning Fellowships
Buffalo State's Carnegie Academy for the Scholarship of Teaching and Learning (CASTL) Advisory Committee announces three one-year, $3,000 faculty development fellowships to promote the scholarship of teaching and learning on campus. All tenured and tenure-track Buffalo State faculty members are eligible to apply. Research studies may be empirical (quantitative or qualitative studies, measurement of student learning or teaching effectiveness, etc.) or conceptual (design of educational innovations, curriculum development, pedagogical problem analysis, etc.). The advisory committee welcomes all proposals that represent the scholarship of teaching and learning; however, the committee will prioritize projects that focus on the following subject areas:
- Integrating Inquiry and Action—This fellowship is focused on the interplay between theory and practice. Faculty across the disciplines create learning environments grounded in the belief that understanding an issue, problem, situation, or phenomenon leads to plans for action, and similarly, that engaging in action inevitably raises new questions and ideas that require further investigation. Studies in this area will identify and promote learning strategies or curriculum, such as problem based or service learning, that exemplify the cyclical and ongoing integration of inquiry and action.
- Supporting the Learning of First-Year Students—This fellowship is focused on contributing to our understanding of ways to support students' successful transition from high school to college. Studies in this area might focus on the development or evaluation of programs or strategies that facilitate integration of students into the values and ethics of academic culture. Specific programs such as learning communities or curriculum reforms such as Intellectual Foundations, an Introduction to College course, or departmental initiatives are examples of first-year-student initiatives.
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Intellectual Foundations: Understanding the Liberal Arts—This fellowship is focused on the impact of liberal arts on the student experience. These projects can examine the effect of the liberal arts on learning and/or thinking in a major. Projects in this area can also focus on pedagogical strategies for maximizing learning in general education, particularly critical thinking, writing across the curriculum, or integrative learning.
Assessment—This fellowship is focused on promoting effective student and teacher assessment. It encompasses both the criteria applied to determining the quality of instruction, as well as a description of the process through which such determinations are made. Scholarship in this area might involve designing effective course and student assessment, or working with departments to institute guidelines for promoting and evaluating faculty's teaching and learning scholarship.
Research as Pedagogy—This area is focused on effective ways to maximize learning by engaging students in original research or creative projects. Student projects should transcend assigning the traditional library paper. The outcome of this fellowship is analysis and dissemination of the impact of research as a teaching tool, not merely the outcomes of the students' projects.
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CASTL fellows will conduct research related to their specialty areas during the 2005–2006 academic year. They also will work closely with Janet Ramsey, associate vice president for undergraduate education and dean of University College, to promote faculty-development efforts related to their fellowship. In addition, fellows are required to serve as members of the CASTL Advisory Committee.
Application instructions can be picked up at University College, 100 Twin Rise, or received electronically by calling ext. 5906. Applications will be accepted until Friday, May 6. Questions about applications should be directed to Scott L. Johnson, interim coordinator for the campus programs for the Carnegie Academy for the Scholarship of Teaching and Learning (CASTL), at ext. 5906 or johnsosl@buffalostate.edu.
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Card Catalog Poetry Project
Call for poets! In celebration of National Poetry Month in April, E. H. Butler Library invites students, faculty, and staff to participate in the Card Catalog Poetry Project by writing a poem on a catalog card for display in the library's exhibit case. Interested? Stop by the Reference Desk to pick up a card and instructions. For more information, visit the Web site of the original project by Buffalo State librarian and poet Lisa Forrest, www.geocities.com/karenchopra/about.htm, or the E. H. Butler Library Web site, www.buffalostate.edu/library/news/poets.html, or contact Forrest at forresla@buffalostate.edu or ext. 6312.
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Position Announcement: Programmer Analysts, Computing and Technology Services
Applications are now being accepted for three programmer analysts in Computing and Technology Services. Details may be found at www.buffalostate.edu/offices/hr/jobs.asp#professional.
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Fire Evacuation Drill Schedule
In compliance with New York State Education Law 807, fire evacuation drills will be
held in various buildings throughout the campus April 18–22. Department heads and/or
faculty chairs are responsible for complete evacuation of areas under their control.
Procedure for Occupants
- When alarm sounds, proceed by the most direct means, in keeping with equitable
distribution of traffic, to the nearest exit and stand at least 25 yards outside the building.
- Leave lights on.
- Close all doors.
- Turn off room fans; leave hood fans on.
- Turn off all electrical and gas appliances.
- Close doors to corridors; in the event of actual fire, leave doors in immediate areas unlocked.
- Reenter building when "all clear" is announced by college personnel conducting the drill.
Exceptions to Evacuation during Drills Only
- Those involved in critical experiments or lab processes that cannot be left unattended may remain in the building.
- Those using wheelchairs or crutches may remain in the building; however, one able-bodied person who would be responsible for those people is also required to remain should evacuation become necessary.
A minimum amount of extra time will be needed during drills to examine all fire-safety equipment for proper operation.
Call David N. Miller, director of environmental health and safety, at ext. 6113 with
questions. Thank you for your cooperation.
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Computer Training, SkillSoft E-Learning, Webmaster Training, and Web Templates
Computing and Technology Services and the Technology and Application Support Collaboration (TASC) offer monthly computer training classes. Unless otherwise stated, classes are held in CyberQuad, E. H. Butler Library 318. Please bring an IBM-formatted 3.5" disk, a pen, and paper. For a complete list of courses and registration information, visit http://bscintra.buffalostate.edu/registration. Contact Paul Reynolds at ext. 3361 or reynolap@buffalostate.edu with questions.
Student Workshops
All computer training classes are now open to students. In addition, TASC offers student-only workshops on certain Tuesdays during Bengal Pause, from 12:30 to 1:30 p.m. Announcements for these classes are made through student e-mail and/or flyers distributed on campus.
To register, students should contact Paul Reynolds at reynolap@buffalostate.edu or ext. 3361 with the following information: name, e-mail address, telephone number, and name(s) and date(s) of desired workshops.
Class Registration
Internet Explorer 5.0 (or higher) is necessary for online registration. Enter the following information in the required fields:
PC Users
User Name: bsclogon\your user name (e.g., bsclogon\publicjq)
Password: your password
Mac Users
User ID: your user name (e.g., publicjq)
Password: your password
Domain: bsclogon
April Workshops
Advance registration is required. Student assistants, work-study students, and graduate assistants also may attend these workshops. Please inform students that TASC is offering "Basic PowerPoint for Students" this month.
| SABRE for Students |
Thursday, April 7 |
12:30–1:30 p.m. |
| Adobe GoLive |
Friday, April 8 |
9:00–11:00 a.m. |
| SABRE for Students |
Monday, April 11 |
1:00–2:00 p.m. |
| SABRE: Upgraded |
Monday, April 11 |
2:00–3:00 p.m. |
| Hardware 101 |
Tuesday, April 12 |
9:00–11:00 a.m. |
| Writing for Your Office's Web Site* (Note: Meets in CyberQuad 316) |
Tuesday, April 12 |
10:00–11:30 a.m. |
| Using the Web Template System: Administrative Offices* |
Wednesday, April 13 |
9:30–11:00 a.m. |
| Introduction to Outlook 2003 |
Thursday, April 14 |
1:00–3:00 p.m. |
| SABRE: Upgraded |
Tuesday, April 19 |
12:30–1:30 p.m. |
| Getting More Out of Life |
Thursday, April 21 |
noon–3:00 p.m. |
| Creating Macros |
Tuesday, April 26 |
1:00–3:00 p.m. |
| SABRE: Upgraded |
Thursday, April 28 |
12:30–1:30 p.m. |
| Creating Forms with Word |
Thursday, April 28 |
9:00–11:00 a.m. |
*Webmaster Certification course
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SkillSoft E-Learning
Faculty, staff, and students also may participate in SkillSoft, an online learning program of more than 800 courses and a variety of certificate programs that allow participants to demonstrate mastery of a set of skills.
More information about the SkillSoft E-Learning Program is available from the Human Resource Management Web site, www.buffalostate.edu/offices/hr. Employees also may register for courses on the site.
This month's SkillSoft courses may be taken in CyberQuad's Faculty/Staff Workroom, E. H. Butler Library 310, by appointment only; call Paul Reynolds at ext. 3361 for an appointment. Please check in at E. H. Butler Library 315 (CyberQuad) before starting. SkillSoft courses also are accessible from home.
Webmaster Training and Web Templates
Web templates are now available for office and department use. TASC and the College Relations Office offer a five-course sequential training program especially for Web template users. The course lineup consists of Writing for the Web, Using the Web Template System, Introduction to HTML, Customizing Your Web Site for Search Engines, and Understanding Site Traffic Logs. Faculty and staff are welcome to take any or all of the five courses offered. Employees may review course descriptions and register at http://bscintra.buffalostate.edu/registration. Those who complete all five workshops will receive Webmaster Certification.
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Students' Awards for the Promotion of Respect for Diversity and Individual Differences
The President's Council on Equity and Campus Diversity is pleased to announce the recipients of the 2004–2005 Students' Awards for the Promotion of Respect for Diversity and Individual Differences. The award recognizes faculty and staff who have gone beyond their usual duties to promote respect for diversity and individual differences in the classroom or through extracurricular activities. Awards will be presented to the following individuals at a special recognition luncheon during Bengal Pause on Tuesday, April 12, in E. H. Butler Library 210:
James R. Maxwell, Professor, Business
Carol L. Patitu, Associate Professor, Educational Foundations
Tia Peters, Residence Hall Director
Amy L. Reynolds, Staff Psychologist, Counseling Center
Lynne C. Sommerstein, Lecturer, Exceptional Education
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Spring 2005 Equity and Campus Diversity Minigrant Recipients
The following programs have been awarded support from the Equity and Campus Diversity Minigrant Program. The program provides awards of up to $1,500 to assist with projects, workshops, and activities that strengthen excellence in diversity as described in the college mission, strategic directions, initiatives, and priorities.
Successful Women's Empowerment Forum: Self-Empowerment for Women
Recipients: Yanick Jenkins, director, Educational Opportunity Program; Maria Brickhouse, coordinator, Academic Resource Center, Educational Opportunity Program; Tami Heflin, counselor, Educational Opportunity Program; Heather Maldonado, assistant to the dean, Academic Standards; Eileen Merberg, director, Orientation Office; Amitra Hodge, assistant professor, Sociology; and Beth Holleran, lecturer, Sociology.
The program will provide students with opportunities to develop mentoring relationships with women leaders on the campus and the community.
Women in Science and Mathematics Speakers Forum and Program
Recipient: Karen O'Quin, associate dean, Natural and Social Sciences.
The project will bring three women scientists to campus to present workshops on opportunities for women in science and mathematics careers: Dr. Maria González, assistant professor of zoology, Miami University; Dr. Norma Nowak, director of the DNA Microarray and Genomics Facility, Roswell Park Cancer Institute; and Dr. Jill Schneiderman, professor of geology, Vassar College.
During 2004–2005, the Equity and Campus Diversity Minigrant Program has provided $5,000 to support five programs that addressed strategic direction 4.2, strengthen excellence in diversity. Applications for summer and fall 2005 programs are available from Cleveland Hall 415 or www.buffalostate.edu/equity/x557.xml.
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College Senate Elections
College Senate elections will be conducted April 8–22 using paper and electronic ballots. Those who wish to use a paper ballot must request one by April 7 from the College Senate Office, ext. 5139 or janusjl@buffalostate.edu.
Those who wish to vote electronically must have an NT account (the account used for Outlook). If you do not have an NT account or have not used your NT account in some time, call the Computing Support Center at ext. 4357. Paper ballots will be tallied after electronic ballots; thus, if a member should accidentally vote twice, only the electronic vote will be recorded.
Contact Mark Warford, ext. 4814 or warfordmk@buffalostate.edu, or Judy Janus, ext. 5139 or janusjl@buffalostate.edu, with questions. We look forward to your participation in this vital process of campus governance.
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Clarification: May College Senate Meeting
The final College Senate meeting for the spring semester is scheduled from 1:00 to 5:00 p.m. Friday, May 13. Please note that there will be a caucus from 1:00 to 2:00 p.m., and the business meeting will be held from 2:00 to 4:00 p.m. so that meeting attendees may also attend departmental graduation receptions held that day.
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Curricular Items
The following have been received in the College Senate Office and will be forwarded to the Senate Curriculum Committee for review and approval:
New Program:
M.S. Foreign Language Teaching K–12 (1199)
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New Courses:
FLE 500 Teaching a Second Language in Middle and High Schools. Study of advanced pedagogical approaches, methodologies, and techniques that apply the findings of current research to teaching practices in order to incorporate present standards for second language learning into the classroom; emphasis on practical application and focus on the learner.
FLE 540 Second Language Acquisition. Important trends in second language acquisition research and their implications for foreign language teaching.
FLE 600 Integrating Technology in the Second Language Classroom. Survey of innovations in computer-assisted foreign language learning. Students gain the knowledge and skills of accomplished foreign language teachers to integrate technology into the classroom and to manage educational innovation in general.
FLE 680 Seminar: Special Topics in Research on Foreign Language Learning. Survey of current research on foreign language learning. Students gain the knowledge and skills of accomplished foreign language teachers to accommodate language learners.
FLE 690 Master's Project. Development and implementation of an applied project that requires problem solving and that builds on foundations constructed in EDF 689. Production of a curriculum- or research-based project on a topic of special interest to the student, under the guidance of a graduate adviser. The graduate adviser must approve the topic and methodology prior to execution. The student is required to successfully defend the project upon completion.
FLE 695 Master's Thesis. Individual investigation of an original problem under the guidance of a graduate adviser. The graduate adviser must approve the topic and methodology prior to execution. The student is required to successfully defend the thesis upon completion.
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FRE 610 The Age of Enlightenment. Detailed text-based study of works by Montesquieu, Voltaire, Diderot, and Rousseau that characterized and shaped the Age of Enlightenment.
FRE 620 George Sand Seminar. Detailed study of a selection of George Sand's romantic, feminist, pastoral, and socialist novels; excerpts from Sand's autobiography and correspondence; major critics of her works.
FRE 630 French and Francophone Popular Novel since the Nineteenth Century. Extensive reading of selected French and/or Francophone popular novels; in-depth study of how they reflect their society, epoch, and author.
FRE 640 Experimental Literature of the Twentieth Century. Detailed study of experimental literature of the twentieth century, especially surrealism, the theater of the absurd, and the nouveau roman.
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SPA 606 Contemporary Civilization and Cultures of Spain. Development of cultures in Spain since the country's emergence as a modern nation state; their implications for Spain's future within the European community.
SPA 609 Civilizations and Cultures of Latin America. Challenges faced by the emerging nations of Latin America from the nineteenth century to the present; emphasis on the relationships between these diverse cultures and the rest of the world.
SPA 617 Don Quixote. Cervantes's Don Quixote in its historical context; multiple levels of interpretive reading; questions of genre relationships.
SPA 631 Cinema of Spain. Aspects of the cinema of Spain as a reflection of Spanish cultures; individual directors, periods of film production; influence of politics and culture on the cinema.
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