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Vol. XLV, No. 28 April 6, 2000 |
Promotions
Promotions to professor effective September 1: Dr. R. Bruce Baum (exceptional education); Dr. David A. Carson (history and social studies education); Dr. Douglas P. Easton (biology); Dr. Gary W. Pettibone (biology); Dr. Katherine C. Sacca (exceptional education); Dr. Sarita C. Samora (exceptional education); Dr. Eileen M. Schoaff (mathematics).
Appeals
Position Announcements
Dean, Graduate Studies and Research
The dean coordinates the college's vision for graduate education and advances a climate of intellectualism, scholarly concern, and academic achievement among faculty and students. The dean also guides institutional efforts to offer an attractive summer session program that generates both tuition and nontuition revenue and advances initiatives to expand the college's research base and external support. College units reporting to the dean include the Research Foundation, the Center for Development of Human Services, and the Small Business Development Center.
Qualifications
Applicants should submit a letter highlighting areas of experience and interests relevant to the position description; a current curriculum vitae; and the names, addresses, and telephone numbers of three current, professional references. The position is expected to be filled by August 2000. The review of nominations and applications will begin Monday, April 10 and will continue until the position is filled. Salary and benefits are competitive.
Address correspondence to: Coordinator, Women's Studies Interdisciplinary Unit
The coordinator must be a full-time faculty member on a tenure-track line or with continuing appointment. The appointee must be granted release time or extra service to coordinate the unit. Please submit a letter of interest and vita to the Academic Affairs Office, Cleveland Hall 519, by Friday, April 28.
Buffalo State is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer. Women and minorities are strongly encouraged to apply.
Commencement Volunteers
A hospitality room will be available throughout the day for the convenience of all volunteers.
Volunteer using the invitation you received through campus mail several weeks ago (return it to Academic Affairs, Cleveland Hall 519), or online at http://bscintra.buffalostate.edu/apps/commencereg.asp. All faculty and staff who march or usher will be recognized in several Buffalo State publications and on the commencement Web site. The deadline to register is Monday, April 17.
Academic regalia is optional for marchers, and ushers do not wear caps and gowns. Marchers may rent academic regalia through the Buffalo State Bookstore, lower level of the Campbell Student Union. The deadline for placing orders with guaranteed hood colors and standard charges was March 17, but orders will be accommodated until Monday, April 17. Contact Susan Orr at ext. 5509 or orrsf@buffalostate.edu.
Academic Regalia Rental Costs (tax included)
Additional commencement information is available at www.buffalostate.edu/commence.
The 128th Commencement Committee thanks you for taking a few hours on May 13 to volunteer in celebration of the Buffalo State Class of 2000.
Videoconference
Designing Classrooms for Technology Integration and Accessibility
This videoconference will examine the newest approaches to classroom design from St. Joseph's (Philadelphia), Colorado University, and the University of Wisconsin, Madison, focusing on four key elements of technology-friendly, learner-accessible classroom design: layout, lighting and light control, acoustics and sound control, and ADA guidelines.
Please call ext. 4104 if you plan to attend so that we may prepare enough handouts. More information is available at www.pbs.org/als/programs. Click on "live satellite events," then on "April 13." Call Paul Andruczyk at ext. 6931 with questions.
Alive & Well: Faculty/Staff Wellness Program
Cholesterol Screening
Weight Watchers at Work
Spring into Health 2000
Monday, April 17
Safe Fun in the Sun
Tuesday, April 18
Caring for Seniors Lunch Group
Aromatherapy
Thursday, April 20
Get Hip to "Hep" State-Mandated Class
FAST Center Computer Classes
KimMarie Markel is available to assist with Web pages Tuesdays from 9:00 a.m. to noon and Thursdays from 1:00 to 4:00 p.m.; call ext. 6676. Paul Reynolds is available Mondays from 1:00 to 4:00 p.m. and Fridays from 9:00 a.m. to noon; call ext. 3361. Please make an appointment.
Introduction to Windows
Introduction to Excel
Introduction to Outlook
Introduction to Access
Introduction to Web Page Design
Intermediate Access Career Fairs
The SUNY Job Fair will be held from 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Saturday, April 8 at Carousel Center in Syracuse, New York, on the Skydeck (fifth and sixth floors). This free event is open to all SUNY students and alumni. Visit the Web site at www.sunyjobfairs.org.
Virtual Job Fairs 2000 will connect students and recruiters through two convenient events: the NYJOBS Virtual Job Fair 2000, April 1–May 30 (www.collegecentral.com/nyjobs) and the SUNY Virtual Job Fair, April 8–30 (www.sunyjobfairs.org).
Virtual job fairs use the Internet to intoduce students to employers from around the state. Full-time, part-time, internship, and summer positions are available. All positions remain posted for the duration of the events. Candidates are able to access information about employers and their hiring needs, including application information. Applications are completed by mail, fax, e-mail, or online. Buffalo State students and alumni from all majors are invited to participate.
For more information about the fairs or for assistance in preparing an e-résumé, contact the Career Development Center, Cleveland Hall 306, ext. 5811, or askcdc@bscmail.buffalostate.edu or visit the CDC Web site at www.buffalostate.edu/offices/cdc. Equity and Campus Diversity Minigrants: Round II
Race, Culture, and Identity in Cuba 2000: Unraveling the Myth—Lessons to Be Learned
Promoting Diversity in Our Schools and Community through Storytelling
Equity and campus diversity minigrants are anticipated for the fall 2000 and spring 2001 semesters. Faculty, staff, and student groups are urged to begin planning now for fall programs. Additional information will be provided in future editions of the college Bulletin. Shattering the Silences: Part II
Any faculty or staff member who did not attend the video session but wishes to join the discussion is welcome on a space-available basis. Please view the videotape, available in the E. H. Butler Library media center or from any of the panelists, prior to the meeting. Call the Equity and Campus Diversity Office at ext. 6210 by Friday, April 14 to request participation or anytime for additional information.
College Senate Meeting Call for Nominations
*Please note the correction to the March 30 Bulletin: Four at-large senate positions are available.
Contact Sharon Cramer at ext. 4334 or cramersf@buffalostate.edu or Lisa D'Addieco at ext. 5139 or daddielm@buffalostate.edu with questions. We encourage your participation in this vital process.
Curricular Items
Course Revisions:
COM 519 Communication for Managers and Leaders.Designed for graduate students interested in improving their communication skills in the workplace. Course content includes the theories of effective communication as they apply to face-to-face communication, group problem solving, public speaking, power and leadership in organizational settings, and the persuasive messages and campaigns that public relations practitioners design for a variety of publics.
ENG 101 College Writing I. Initiation into all phases of the writing process. The study and writing of expository and analytical prose, patterns of organization, and features of good writing. Writing assignments emphasize rhetorical strategies and essay structure.
ENG 102 College Writing II. Writing assignments emphasize argument and persuasion, advanced rhetorical strategies, analysis/synthesis, and research methods.
ENT 441 Communication Transmission Technology. Introduction to the development and technology of digital, RF, microwave, and optical fiber communications, including transmission line types and characteristics, components, measurement of reflections, power, impedance, and wavelength. Signal structure and protocols used in data communications are presented. Computer analysis and design of digital and carrier communication circuits are emphasized. Required for electrical engineering technology (electronics) majors.
ENT 442 RF and Microwave Communications. Introduction to wireless communication technology. Free-space and near-earth propagation effects including RF safety, multipath, and antennas are covered. Receiver and transmitter design, components, and performance are included. Emphasis is on digital representation of signals and transmission of digital data, types of modulation, and channel capacity. Systems and applications are emphasized. Required for electrical engineering technology (electronics) majors.
From SED 307 Techniques for Teaching Laboratory Activities in the Secondary School to SED 401 Techniques for Teaching Laboratory Activities in the Secondary Science Classroom. Science education majors will learn selected laboratory techniques necessary to teach New York State Regents secondary science classes. Topics for each content area include designing cognate science-area lab activities; ordering and maintaining supplies and equipment; storage, safety, and preparation of materials; lab setup; and measurement techniques. Exploration of external influences and pressures in education. A field component of 30 science laboratory contact hours per student is required.
From SED 308 Methods and Materials in Teaching Secondary School Science to SED 405 Methods and Materials in Teaching Secondary School Science. The components of an effective teaching-learning situation in a science (grades 7–12) classroom. The interrelationships of secondary science programs. Includes microteaching experience and 20 hours of fieldwork. Prerequisites: minimum cumulative GPA of 2.75 in science major (3.0 in earth sciences); SED 401; EDU 416 (may be concurrent).
From SED 408 Practice Teaching Science in the Secondary School to SED 407 Practice Teaching Science in the Secondary School I. Supervised teaching at least five days per week for one quarter in a middle-school science classroom; individual and group instruction; planning unit teaching; classroom management and routine classroom procedures; audiovisual aids, computer technology, and evaluation and assessment of student progress; participation in total school program. Students also will attend a series of student-teaching seminars. Prerequisites: SED 405 with a grade of B or better; minimum cumulative GPA of 2.75 in the student's major field of study (3.0 in earth sciences); successful completion of the last NYSTCE; successful completion of English and mathematics basic skills competency, if referred.
Upon the completion of review procedures at the department, dean, and vice president levels, I am pleased to announce the following promotions:
As in the past, negative decisions on promotions may be appealed. Appeals are probably best suited to instances in which an individual believes that his or her case was misunderstood or inadequately advocated. If an appeal seems warranted, the President's Office should be notified in writing of the intent to appeal by Monday, April 17.
Nominations and applications are invited for the following administrative positions in academic affairs:
The dean of graduate studies and research is responsible for campus leadership in the areas of graduate education, research development, and research administration. As one of four deans reporting to the provost and vice president for academic affairs, the appointee collaborates with faculty and deans to evaluate and promote graduate education, stimulate innovative program development, and expand technological applications to support instruction.
Candidates for the position must have an earned doctorate and a distinguished record of teaching, scholarship, and service permitting appointment as a tenured professor in one of the college's academic departments. The successful candidate will have substantial experience teaching and advising at the graduate level and must provide evidence of leadership in administrative responsibilities. Involvement with both program accreditation and the use of emerging technologies to support instruction is expected. A record of ongoing quality scholarship, involvement with organized and sponsored research, and success in obtaining and administering funded projects is required.
Search Committee/Dean, Graduate Studies and Research
Academic Affairs Office
Cleveland Hall 519
Buffalo State College
1300 Elmwood Avenue
Buffalo, NY 14222-1095
Academic affairs seeks a coordinator for the Women's Studies Interdisciplinary Unit to oversee all aspects of the WSIU and preside at all meetings of the core committee. The coordinator develops programming for the unit and works with department chairs to ensure course offerings in the women studies minor. The coordinator also represents the WSIU at meetings and events on campus and in the community.
The 128th Buffalo State College commencement will be held Saturday, May 13 in the Sports Arena. In recognition of the Class of 2000, faculty and staff are encouraged to march in the processionals, greet and direct graduates and their families, or assist with the graduate lineup. Baccalaureate ceremonies will be held at 10:00 a.m. and 2:00 p.m., and the master's and certificate of advanced study ceremony will be held at 6:00 p.m. A festive reception in the Campbell Student Union Quad will immediately follow each ceremony.
Bachelor's unit: $42.08
Master's unit: $45.32
Doctoral unit: $51.80
Units include cap, gown, hood, and tassel.
As part of the Buffalo State Technology Celebration, instructional resources (IR) and academic affairs are sponsoring the following satellite videoconference from noon to 2:00 p.m. on Thursday, April 13. The videoconference may be viewed in the Teaching, Learning, and Assessment Center conference room, Bulger Communication Center 104, or via the campuswide cable system, channel 6. IR will tape the program for viewing at a later date.
Technology, the Internet, and the Americans with Disabilities Act are relatively new developments that impact classroom design. Coupled with expanding enrollments and decaying campus infrastructures, these phenomena help explain why so many colleges face challenges when designing and building new classroom space.
What's Happening for Your Health!
Contact Linda O'Donnell at ext. 5109 or odonnelj@buffalostate.edu to register for any of the following sessions:
Tuesday, April 11
11:30 a.m.–2:00 p.m.
Houston gym, second-floor lobby
Univera Healthcare will conduct this screening-free to all Univera Healthcare subscribers, $7 for others. No fasting is required. Please arrive five minutes before your appointment. Alive & Well will host another cholesterol screening in June.
Friday, April 14
noon–1:00 p.m.
Houston Gym 223
This is the last session before the summer! Weight Watchers is a sound nutrition program that has helped more than 75 faculty and staff members lose extra weight and learn to eat right. The 10-week program costs $89.50.
Employee Wellness Week—April 17–20
Alive & Well will host its third employee wellness week to highlight important topics for your health and well-being. All sessions are free and open to all college employees. Watch your mail for complete details and registration forms. Registration is requested for all sessions.
Balancing Work and Family
noon–1:00 p.m.
Houston Gym 208
Juggling work and family is often a challenging and stressful task. Many men and women struggle to meet employers' expectations and their children's needs with little attention to their own feelings. Dr. Amy Reynolds, senior psychologist in the Counseling Center, will help participants better understand how to manage the multiple roles in their lives.
1:00–2:00 p.m.
Houston Gym 206
Cathy Guindon, R.N., will host this session to get you ready for safe fun in the sun. Melanoma is the fastest-growing form of cancer today, and it starts with overexposure to the sun's ultraviolet rays. Learn important facts about preventing skin cancer and the warning signs to detect it.
Cardiac Health Issues—For Men Only!
12:15–1:00 p.m.
Houston Gym 208
Dr. Michael Wilson, cardiologist at Millard Fillmore Hospital, Gates Circle, will conduct this heart-health session. Learn how to take preventive steps now to keep your heart healthy for years to come.
1:00–2:00 p.m.
Sports Arena 226
Caring for an aging parent or older adult can be extremely difficult. Bring your lunch and join co-workers to share experiences and explore community resources available to assist you. Elaine Henzler, Employee Assistance Program coordinator, will moderate the group. Call ext. 6110 to register or for more information.
Sleep Matters
noon–1:00 p.m.
Houston Gym 206
Dr. Steven Chris, senior psychologist in the Counseling Center, knows that quality sleep is essential to optimal functioning. This session will focus on the causes of and remedial strategies for disturbed sleep.
1:00–2:00 p.m.
Houston Gym 223
Joanne Tomasulo returns with a wonderful, stress-reducing session on the positive health value of certain herbal scents. Smell is a powerful recognition tool, and aromatherapy has been used for hundreds of years to help relieve many symptoms of illness and stress.
Joy of Soy
12:15–1:30 p.m.
Houston Gym 223
Nan Simpson, R.N., is a long-time vegetarian who works with people who want to change to a plant-based diet. Soy is one of the best meat-protein substitutes; however, people are often unfamiliar with the many ways soy can be incorporated into meals. This session will cover different vegetarian diets and the use of soy products.
1:00–2:00 p.m.
Houston Gym 208
Hepatitis C is an incurable liver infection that is spreading at a rapid pace in the United States. Do you know how to protect yourself and your family? Cathy Guindon, R.N., will share important information about this growing problem.
"Identifying and Reporting Child Abuse/Maltreatment," a state-mandated, two-hour class, will be offered by the Center for Development of Human Services for educators, health care professionals, and school administrators from 7:00 to 9:30 p.m. Thursday, April 13 in Rockwell Hall 202. For preregistration, applicable fee, additional information, and a schedule of future offerings, please call 876-7600.
Training Schedule for April
Computing Services offers monthly computer training classes. Unless otherwise noted, all classes will be held in CyberQuad, E. H. Butler Library 318. Please bring an IBM-formatted, 3.5" disk. Contact Paul Reynolds at ext. 3361 or reynolap@bscmail.buffalostate.edu to register for any of these classes. If you use e-mail, you must include your full name, e-mail username, title, department, and telephone number. Incomplete messages will not be accepted. You also may register online at www.buffalostate.edu/offices/cyber. You will receive a reply only if there is a problem with your request.
Friday, April 7
9:00 a.m.–noon
Learn how to navigate Windows; create and find files; create, edit, and rename folders; copy and move files; and customize desktop settings. (Disk does not need to be formatted.)
Monday, April 10
9:00 a.m.–noon
Excel is the worksheet application that comes with Office 97. Learn how to set up a basic worksheet, use the built-in functions, format data, and use data to create charts and graphs.
Wednesday, April 12
9:00 a.m.–noon
Outlook and Exchange Server are the new campus standards for e-mail and group activities. Learn how to set up Outlook, use e-mail, set up personal address books and mailboxes, and use the calendar. You must have an NT account and an Exchange Server account to attend this class.
Monday, April 17
9:00 a.m.–noon
This class covers the basic concepts of database design and discusses things to consider when creating a database. Learn how to create tables, forms, queries, reports, and labels.
Tuesday, April 18
1:00–4:00 p.m.
Learn the basic dos and don'ts of Web page design and how to create and link Web pages using Claris Home Page.
Wednesday, April 19
9:00 a.m.–noon
This hands-on session will show how to link multiple tables, use referential integrity when creating joins, and create forms within forms to facilitate accessing data. You must have attended Introduction to Access to attend this class.
The Career Development Center can assist students and alumni participate in three upcoming career fairs: the ninth annual SUNY Job Fair and two virtual job fairs.
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The President's Council on Equity and Campus Diversity has approved two additional programs for support under the minigrant program. The programs were chosen for their support of the college mission to empower a diverse population of students to succeed as citizens of a challenging world.
Sponsor: Gail Wells, Minority Student Services Office
Afro-Cuban scholar, journalist, and author Pedro Perez-Sarduy will provide a multimedia lecture on Cuban culture and history with an emphasis on the Afro-Cuban experience.
Sponsor: Charmayne Zieziula and Kathleen Kilcullen Palumbo, Exceptional Education Department
Karima Amin, African American storyteller, will provide a series of lectures and interactive workshops to discuss the dynamics of storytelling in the classroom and the development of cultural awareness through storytelling.
The video and panel discussion Shattering the Silences: The Case for Minority Faculty was well attended, and a very lively discussion on the topic ensued. Unfortunately, time restraints prohibited a complete exploration of possible solutions to problems identified. Provost Marotta and I invited all who attended the session to continue the dialogue at a dinner meeting from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m. Tuesday, April 18.
The next College Senate meeting will be 3:00 p.m. Friday, April 14 in E. H. Butler Library 210.
From the Chair of the Bylaws and Elections Committee
The call for nominations for four at-large senate positions* was distributed by campus mail to eligible voters. Full-time faculty, professional staff, and librarians are eligible to run for three-year terms. Nominations and self-nominations are due in the College Senate Office, Cleveland Hall 417C, by noon Friday, April 7.
The following courses have been received in the College Senate Office and will be forwarded to the Curriculum Committee for review and approval:
COM 302 Information Gathering. Students learn information-gathering techniques, including interviewing, online research, and survey research methodology for journalism, broadcast news, and public communication students.
