Computer Training, SkillSoft E-Learning, Web Templates, and Web Site Support
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 a USB flash drive (to save your work), 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.

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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

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September 2006 Workshops

Mac users - iLife Suite - iPhoto* (CyberQuad 315)	Tuesday, October 10	2:00–4:00 p.m.
Mac users - iLife Suite - iPhoto* (CyberQuad 315)	Thursday, October 12	9:00–11:00 a.m.
Webmaster Training: Using the Web Template System	Thursday, October 12	9:30–11:00 a.m.
SMRT Training for Account Managers	Friday, October 13	9:00 a.m.–noon
Mac users - iLife Suite - iPhoto* (CyberQuad 315)	Monday, October 16	2:00–4:00 p.m.
SMRT Training for Account Managers	Tuesday, October 17	1:00–4:00 p.m.
Webmaster Training: Using the Web Template System	Thursday, October 26	9:30–11:00 a.m.

*Class meets in CyberQuad 315.

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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 your home.

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Web Templates and Web Site Support
Web template training, service, and support are available for academic departments and administrative offices. TASC and the College Relations Office offer training especially for campus Web developers. Courses include Using the Web Template System, Introduction to HTML, Customizing Your Web Site for Search Engines, and Understanding Site Traffic Logs. Employees may review course descriptions and register at http://bscintra.buffalostate.edu/registration.

The College Relations Office offers full-service Web development support for academic departments and administrative offices. Please contact Melissa Meehan at ext. 3903 or meehanme@buffalostate.edu for more information.

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Flu Shots
Flu shots will be given in the Campbell Student Union lobby on Tuesday, October 17, from 11:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. and Thursday, October 26, from 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. No appointment is necessary.

There will be no cost to employees covered by Univera, Independent Health, Community Blue, Blue Choice, Preferred Care, and Medicare Part B who show valid health-insurance cards. Faculty and staff not covered by these plans will be charged a $25 co-pay for the flu shot.

If you have any questions regarding your health insurance coverage, please call the Human Resource Management Office at ext. 4821.

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College Telephone Use Policy
This policy describes the assignment, use, and management of desk and cellular telephones by employees of Buffalo State College.

Policy
Desk and cellular telephones are to be used for official business-related activities only. Personal use should be limited to emergency calls. Payment for reimbursement of personal desk or cellular telephone calls should be forwarded to the Accounting Office.

Cellular Telephones
Cellular telephones may be assigned only to employees whose duties and responsibilities require immediate or remote communications capabilities. The assignment of cellular telephones must be approved by the vice president for finance and management, who will review assignments annually to ensure compliance with this policy.

Each employee assigned a cellular telephone shall be primarily responsible for its security and maintenance and must immediately report any theft, loss, damage, or vandalism of the unit.

New York State law prohibits the use of handheld cellular phones while driving.

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University Policy on Fees, Charges, and Deposits
University policy prohibits the assessment of general science fees, laboratory fees, and fees for course materials, i.e., texts and/or supplies. These fees are prohibited, as university tuition guarantees students access to the facilities and supplies considered necessary for their courses. However, campuses may establish deposits in science courses requiring laboratory work as collateral against which replacement costs for damage may be assessed.

University policy also requires that students purchase supplies and materials necessary for credit-bearing courses at the campus store or other appropriate commercial outlet. When this is not feasible in terms of efficiency, cost containment, or method of distribution, a request may be submitted to establish a course-related fee if students will retain the end product of the laboratory course work, e.g., sculpture/ceramics, photography. Please review your department fee schedule for compliance with university fee policy. Fees not in accordance with the above directives should be discontinued.

Contact Gary Phillips, associate vice president and comptroller, at ext. 4312 with questions concerning this policy.

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Individual Development Awards
The State of New York/United University Professions Joint Labor-Management Committees have announced the allocation of funds for Individual Development Awards for July 1, 2006, through June 30, 2007. This program is intended to assist employees in the UUP bargaining unit in developing their full professional potential and in preparing for advancement by funding professional development activities. The maximum award is $1,000. Applications from those who have not been funded previously are encouraged.

The total amount to be distributed at Buffalo State is $32,257 for the year.

The Individual Development Award Committee will review applications, taking into consideration whether proposed activities will enable applicants to meet one or more of the criteria (a–e) specified in Article XII, Title A, B, or C, of the Policies of the Board of Trustees concerning employees' evaluation and promotion.

An employee may submit only one application for the year.

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Award Period
The award period covers professional development activities commenced on or after July 1, 2006, and completed on or before June 30, 2007.

Eligibility Requirements
Full-time employees must be in the UUP bargaining unit at the time of the award and during the dates of the proposed project. Full-time employees who accrue annual leave will not be required to charge credits for any activities funded by Individual Development Awards.

Part-time employees who meet the eligibility requirements for 26-week coverage for health benefits will have the same eligibility for Individual Development Awards. Part-time employees who are eligible for health benefits during the summer also are eligible for funding for activities that occur during the summer, whether or not they are on the payroll.

The Individual Development Award Committee will give preference for a minimum of 15 percent of the available funds to employees holding part-time appointments at the time of their activity if sufficient applications are received. Part-time employees who accrue annual leave will not be required to charge credits for any activities funded by Individual Development Awards.

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Types of Projects or Activities
Projects or activities must fall within the following categories:

• Basic, applied, or historical research.
• Curricular or instructional material development.
• Workshop, seminar, internship, or coursework not covered by Contract Article 46 or SUNY tuition waiver.
• Conference participation or attendance.
• Preparation of material for publication.
• Grant-proposal development.
• Artistic or creative endeavors.
• Professional reading or independent study.
• Other work-related professional development projects or activities.

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Funding Priorities

• Faculty or staff presenting research papers, posters, or juried exhibitions.
• Faculty in fields with rapidly changing technology attending workshops/conferences to keep skills current.
• Job-related skill-enhancement workshops or training institutes.
• Continuing education related to job responsibilities.
• Proportional distribution between faculty, professionals, and librarians.

Application Procedure
Applications must be received by the Individual Development Award Committee, in care of the Human Resource Management Office, Cleveland Hall 403, by 5:00 p.m. Friday, January 5, 2007. Applications and guidelines are available at www.buffalostate.edu/offices/hr/ida.asp or in the Human Resource Management Office. The committee strongly encourages the electronic submission of applications to fortunkm@buffalostate.edu. Questions regarding the application process should be directed to Kathleen Fortune at ext. 3042.

Along with the completed application, applicants must submit the following:

• A current curriculum vitae.
• A job description (if professional staff).
• A list of any other grant support for the project or activity, including the amount of such support.
• A brochure, announcement, or other relevant material describing the program and costs. (If material is not yet available, send as soon as possible.)
• If presenting, a notification of acceptance or invitation. (If notification is not yet available, send as soon as possible. Funding is contingent upon notification of acceptance.)
• Any other supporting documentation.

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Notification of Awards
Applicants will be notified of award decisions by Friday, February 23, 2007.

Reimbursement Procedure
Reimbursement of actual expenditures will be handled through the Accounting Office, Cleveland Hall 414, and must comply with the State Comptroller's Rules and Regulations and limitations contained therein. Questions regarding rates of reimbursement should be directed to the Accounting Office.

Award recipients must submit New York State vouchers and original receipts within 30 days of the completion of the project or activity, or within 30 days of award notification if the funded project or activity has already been completed. Award recipients who are unable to complete a project as planned must notify the Individual Development Award Committee as soon as possible. Failure to notify the committee may result in the applicant's ineligibility for future awards. Vouchers and receipts not submitted in a timely manner will result in forfeiture of entitlement to reimbursement.

All funds must be spent by June 30, 2007.

Individual Development Award Committee
Individual Development Award Committee members are Alex Ratkowski, Barbara Vaughan, and Gwen Veira representing UUP and Dolores Battle, Susan Earshen, and Ronald Rochon representing management.

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Graduate School Fair
The Career Development Center is proud to sponsor the Graduate School Fair on Thursday, October 19, from 11:00 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. in the Campbell Student Union Social Hall.

This event will give students the chance to meet with representatives from 60 local and national graduate and professional school programs, and to learn about the educational opportunities they have to offer. All students, freshmen to seniors, are encouraged to attend the Graduate School Fair.

For more information and a list of participating schools, please call the Career Development Center at ext. 5811 or check us out on the Web at www.buffalostate.edu/offices/cdc.

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