Erratum
The course number for Biochemistry II, which appeared as a curricular approval from the president in the August 12 issue of the Bulletin, was erroneously listed as CHE 471. The correct course number is CHE 472 Biochemistry II.
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Honoraria Reporting
To comply with the New York State Ethics Commission regulations (Title 19 NYCRR Part 930 of the Public Officers Law), the college is required to annually report honoraria received by full-time faculty and professional and management/confidential employees. An honorarium is defined as "a payment, fee, or other compensation given to an individual for services rendered not related to the individual's official state duties." It also includes payment for travel expenses when the expenses incurred are unrelated to the employee's duties.
Examples of honoraria include compensation for delivering a speech, writing an article, or attending a meeting. Salary, wages, or fees earned from outside employment are not considered honoraria. Faculty members are not required to declare honoraria received within their academic disciplines.
Reporting honoraria is required. Obtaining prior approval of requests to receive honoraria is optional; however, the college encourages employees to seek prior approval from their respective vice presidents (who act as the president's designees) before engaging in activities that lead to the receipt of honoraria.
Faculty and staff members who receive honoraria from April 1, 2004, through March 31, 2005, and do not request prior approval from their vice presidents will be required to report the source, date, and amount of honoraria received to their vice presidents by May 15, 2005.
More information regarding honoraria reporting can be found at www.dos.state.ny.us/ethc/rules/Part930.htm. Questions should be directed to Susan Earshen, director of Human Resource Management, at ext. 3042.
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SUNY B-140W Tuition Assistance Deadline
The deadline to submit applications for the SUNY B-140W Tuition Assistance Program for the fall 2004 semester is Thursday, September 30.
Staff members may apply for tuition assistance after six months of service; faculty members may apply after one semester of service. The following employees are eligible:
- Full-time Buffalo State faculty and professional or classified employees.
- Part-time and/or temporary Buffalo State faculty and professional or classified employees who are employed at least half time (faculty must teach at least two courses in the semester).
- Full-time Research Foundation employees, provided they work on the Buffalo State campus.
Program funds may be used for courses at SUNY campuses only.
Eligible employees may apply for a 50 percent waiver of SUNY tuition for up to two courses per semester, to a maximum of 15 credit hours per academic year. Tuition assistance is limited to regular in-state undergraduate or graduate tuition rates. The level of support may be adjusted when necessary if funding is not adequate to cover applications received.
Contact the Human Resource Management Office, Cleveland Hall 410, ext. 4821, for applications, program guidelines, or information about other tuition assistance programs.
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Fire Evacuation Drills
In compliance with New York State Education Law 807, fire evacuation drills will be
held in various buildings throughout the campus September 27–October 1. 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 also is 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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2004 SEFA/United Way Campaign
The Buffalo State SEFA/United Way Campaign began September 16 and continues through October 15. A SEFA Campaign volunteer in your department will soon ask you to give to this worthwhile community effort. When you contribute to the SEFA Campaign, your dollars help people in our community, across the nation, and around the world.
Consider the impact of the following gifts:
- $1 per pay period will provide 16 hours of shelter, counseling, and other supportive services for a homeless family or victims of domestic violence.
- $3 per pay period will provide 44 pounds of food from a local food pantry.
- $5 per pay period will provide a replacement battery for a powered wheelchair.
- $10 per pay period will provide a week of summer camp for a child with muscular dystrophy.
Visit www.buffalostate.edu/sefa for more information about the Buffalo State SEFA/United Way Campaign.
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Young Alumnus Achievement Awards Reception
The Buffalo State Alumni Association cordially invites the campus community to attend the Young Alumnus Achievement Awards Reception at 6:00 p.m. Friday, October 1, in the Rockwell Hall lobby. This prestigious award, recognizing the achievements of graduates over the last 20 years, will be presented to the following individuals for their professional advancement, dedication to the community, and commitment to the college and its mission:
Anthony Capece Jr., '87
Executive Director
Central District Management Association Inc.
Claudine Ewing, '92
News Reporter
WGRZ-TV 2
Robert Gonzalez, '86
Men's Basketball Head Coach
Manhattan College
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Brian Higgins, '85
New York State Assemblyman
145th District
Aileen Hoffman, '88
Director, Family Services
Federated Employment and Guidance Services
Uchenna Smith, '99
Principal
KIPP Sankofa Charter School
Arrive early and tour the New York Collects Buffalo State exhibition at the Burchfield-Penney Art Center from 5:00 to 5:45 p.m. This outstanding exhibition of artwork by Buffalo State alumni closes October 3.
The cost of $15 per person includes a champagne toast, hors d'oeuvre and dessert reception, and special memento. For reservations, contact the Alumni Affairs Office at ext. 6001 or alumni@buffalostate.edu.
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2005 Entertainment Books
The Buffalo State Alumni Association is selling 2005 Entertainment Books at a discounted price of $23. After December 5, the books will be $28. Contact the Alumni Affairs Office, Cleveland Hall 214, ext. 6001, to purchase. Thank you for your support.
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Men's Soccer
Buffalo State's men's soccer team is off to its best start since 1970 with a 7-0-1 record. Looking for its first winning season since 1984, and its first playoff appearance since 1998, Buffalo State has been led by timely offense and steady defense. Richard Namulala leads the team with six goals, and Shawn McDonell has seen all but 40 minutes in goal, recording a 0.77 goals-against-average, and a .854 save percentage. The Bengals have outscored their opponents 18-6 overall, and 11-3 in the first half of games.
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Home Athletic Events
Football
Buffalo State vs. Cortland
Saturday, September 25
1:00 p.m.
Coyer Field
Women's Soccer
Buffalo State vs. SUNYIT
Saturday, September 25
1:00 p.m.
Towers Field
Men's Soccer
Buffalo State vs. RIT
Tuesday, September 28
4:00 p.m.
Coyer Field
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Curricular Items
Correction:
The following courses were erroneously listed in the August 26 Bulletin as new courses. They are course revisions:
EDF 302 Educational Psychology (Elementary)
EDF 303 Educational Psychology (Secondary)
The following courses have been approved by the College Senate Curriculum Committee and will be forwarded to the president for final review and approval:
New Courses:
GEG 516 Watershed Pollution
GEG 616 Atmospheric Deposition Monitoring and Modeling
GEG 617 Hydrologic Modeling
GEG 618 Fluid Dynamics and Sediment Transport
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