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Vol. XLV, No. 22 February 17, 2000

In this Issue: From the President Response to Senate Recommendation From the Provost and Vice President for Academic Affairs Sabbatical Leaves for 2000–2001 Alive & Well Faculty/Staff Wellness Program From the Vice President for Finance and Management SABRE Web site Lecture and Book Signing Buffalo State Bookstore Hours Evening Student Reception Computing Services Training Schedule From the Vice President for Institutional Advancement and Development "A Night in New York" Bengal 5K Run—Volunteers Needed From the Vice President for Student Affairs Summer and Part-Time-Job Fair From the Senior Adviser to the President for Equity and Campus Diversity Diversity Video, Panel Discussion Rescheduled From the Chair of the College Senate College Senate Meeting Curricular Item Proposal Submission

Response to Senate Recommendation
I hereby accept the recommendation of the College Senate regarding the possible request of a waiver for the full implementation of General Education, dated December 10, 1999. I further appoint Provost Gary Marotta as my liaison to the College Senate on General Education.

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Sabbatical Leaves for 2000–2001
It is my pleasure to announce the following sabbatical leaves for 2000–2001.

Fall 2000: Sylvia D. Bakos (fine arts), Katherine B. Hartman (art education), Frederick C. Howe (educational foundations), Thomas J. Morrisey (business), Lansing R. Pollock (philosophy and religious studies), John J. Slivka (mathematics), Carol A. Stevens (elementary education and reading), Lori L. Till (nutrition, hospitality, and fashion)

Spring 2001: R. Bruce Baum (exceptional education), Joaquin O. Carbonara (mathematics), Lydia M. Fish (anthropology), George T. Hole (philosophy and religious studies), Deborah L. Hovland (foreign language), David L. Karnath (English), Francis R. Kowsky (fine arts), M. Bahati Kuumba (sociology), William I. Mitchell (history and social studies education), John S. Montague (technology), Benjamin D. Sackmary (business), Lynne M. Scalia (business), W. Richard Whitaker (communication)

2000–2001 Academic Year: Daniel W. Cunningham (mathematics), Ralph J. Raico (history and social studies education)

Spring 2001–Fall 2001: Nancy B. Deal (English), Constance L. Payne (fine arts)

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Alive & Well Faculty/Staff Wellness Program
To register for any of the following classes, contact Alive & Well at ext. 5109 or odonnelj@buffalostate.edu

Be Fit and Walk
Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays
Noon–1:00 p.m.
Sports Arena
February is a great month to start walking. Class is held in our beautiful, climate-controlled Sports Arena. Walkers improve cardiovascular health through a paced, 45-minute music program designed to elevate the heart rate. Those who want a more vigorous workout may carry light hand weights and move through a series of upper-body exercises (optional).

Stretch and Tone
Tuesdays and Thursdays
1:00–1:45 p.m
Houston Gym Dance Studio
This class is perfect for the busy employee who can never find time to exercise. Wear comfortable clothing that allows you to sit on floor mats and stretch. We start with a short cardiovascular warm-up, followed by three to four minutes of abdominal strengthening, and finish with 20 minutes of stretching that relaxes and tones the entire body. You will feel fantastic!

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Relax...It's Friday
Fridays
Noon–1:00 p.m.
Houston Gym Dance Studio
Stress is a risk factor that can have a very negative effect on your health. Take 40 minutes at lunch to clear your mind, gently stretch your body, and rejuvenate your spirit. This program will end your week on a positive note. Wear comfortable clothes that allow for easy movement.

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Let's Do Yoga
Friday, February 25
Noon–1:00 p.m.
Houston Gym Dance Studio
Mary Gail, long-time yoga instructor from the Himalayan Institute, will conduct a beginner yoga session to demonstrate the benefits and enjoyment of yoga. Everyone is welcome to try this meditative exercise program.

Weight Watch at Work 2000
Fridays January 28–April 7
Noon–1:00 p.m.
Houston Gym 223
The first session of the year is under way, but it's not too late to jump on board. The cost is $89.00. More than 60 faculty and staff members have successfully lost weight and kept it off.

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SABRE Web site
The SABRE Project team recently has updated and renamed its project Web site. Please take a few minutes to visit www.buffalostate.edu/~sabre. You will find

• Highlights of the information-gathering sessions with academic departments (Highlights of meetings with members of nonacademic units, clerical members of academic departments, members of enrollment management units, and students will be added in the next few weeks.)
• Glossary of terms used by SABRE
• Frequently asked questions related to the SABRE project Minutes of SABRE team meetings
• Minutes of SABRE team meetings

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Lecture and Book Signing
Alexandria LaFaye, author of Year of the Sawdust Man and other books for young adults, will present a lecture and reading from 4:30 to 6:00 p.m. Thursday, February 17 in E. H. Butler Library 210. A book signing sponsored by the Buffalo State Bookstore will begin at 6:00 p.m. LaFaye's other books, Nissa's Place and Strawberry Hill, also will be available. LaFaye is a guest of Karen Sands-O'Connor of the English Department.

Buffalo State Bookstore Hours
Please note the following bookstore hours for the Presidents Day holiday:

Saturday, February 19	Closed
Monday, February 21	10:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m.
Tuesday, February 22	9:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m.

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Evening Student Reception
The Adult and Evening Student Programs Office and the Buffalo State Bookstore will hold a reception for evening students from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. Wednesday, February 23 in the Buffalo State Bookstore. Visitors can enjoy refreshments and a 20 percent discount on any purchase (excluding textbooks and software).

Computing Services/FAST Development Center
Training Schedule for March
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. Call Paul Reynolds at ext. 3361 or send e-mail to 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 can register online at www.buffalostate.edu/offices/cyber. You will receive a reply only if there is a problem with your request.

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Introduction to Outlook

Session 1	Wednesday, March	9:00 a.m.–noon
Session 2	Thursday, March 9	1:00–4:00 p.m.
Session 3	Friday, March 17	1:00–4:00 p.m.

Outlook and Exchange server are the campus standards for e-mail and group activities. Learn how to set up and use Outlook, calendars, your personal mailbox, and your address book. Please attend only one of these sessions. You must have an NT account and an Exchange server account to attend this class.

Introduction to PowerPoint
Thursday, March 2
1:00–4:00 p.m.
Learn the many features of PowerPoint to create interesting and lively presentations. Learn how to augment your slides with transitions and animations.

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Introduction to Access
Friday, March 3
1:00–4:00 p.m.
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.

Introduction to Web Page Design
Monday, March 6
9:00 a.m.–noon
Learn how to create and link Web pages using Claris Home Page. This class also will cover the basic dos and don'ts of Web page design.

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Introduction to Dreamweaver
Wednesday, March 8
9:00 a.m.–noon
This hands-on class will introduce the Web page editing software package Dreamweaver. Learn the basics of creating Web pages, page layout, and design using this Windows-based software application. This class will be taught by KimMarie Markel.

Introduction to Excel
Friday, March 10
1:00–4:00 p.m.
Excel is the spreadsheet application that comes with Microsoft Office 95 and 97. Learn how to set up a basic worksheet, use the built-in functions, and format and use data to create charts and graphs.

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Intermediate Web Page Design
Monday, March 13
9:00 a.m.–noon
This class shows how to use Claris Home Page to create and use tables, image maps, and forms. Learn how to edit HTLM code to add/edit the necessary tags.You must have attended Introduction to Web Page Design to attend this class.

Introduction to Fireworks
Monday, March 13
1:00–4:00 p.m.
This hands-on session introduces Fireworks, a graphics editing application from Macromedia. Learn how to create customized logos, 3-D text images, and much more. This class will be taught by KimMarie Markel.

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Introduction to Word
Tuesday, March 14
1:00–4:00 p.m.
This basic word-processing class covers creating and editing Word documents. Learn how to move around a document, create tables, set up tabs, and use other formatting features of Microsoft Word.

Advanced Web Page Design
Monday, March 20
9:00 a.m.–noon
This session will show how to use FTP software to upload Web pages to a server. Participants will be given "space" on the academics server. To allow time for the creation of server space, no enrollments will be accepted after March 15. You must have attended the introductory and intermediate Web page design classes to attend this class.

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Intermediate Word
Tuesday, March 21
1:00–4:00 p.m.
Learn how to create headers, footers, tables of contents, and columns. This class will discuss the use of graphics; other topics will be covered as time allows. You must have attended Introduction to Word or have been using Word for at least six months to attend this class.

Outlook Calendar
Wednesday, March 22
9:00 a.m.–noon
This session will focus solely on Outlook's calendar feature. Learn how to schedule appointments and meetings and how to assign delegates to your folders. You must have attended Introduction to Outlook to attend this class.

Intermediate Access
Friday, March 24
1:00–4:00 p.m.
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.

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"A Night in New York"
Dance the night away under the bright lights of the New York City skyline at the Buffalo State College Foundation's third annual Scholarship Gala, "A Night in New York." Set for Saturday, April 8 in the Mildred Campbell Social Hall on campus, this elegant event also will feature fine dining, a live auction, a variety of surprises, and plenty of fun!

Kevin O'Connell, chief weather anchor for WGRZ-TV Channel 2, will serve as the master of ceremonies for this exciting event, hosted by Buffalo State President Muriel A. Howard.

Proceeds will fund scholarships for deserving Buffalo State students. Last year's black-tie gala, "A Night on the Nile," raised more than $60,000 for the Buffalo State College Scholarship Fund.

Early-bird discounts, along with payroll deduction and installment-plan payment options, are available to faculty and staff until Monday, March 13. This limited-time offer discounts the regularly priced $150 tickets to $125. Submit a check or sign a payroll deduction form by March 13 and save $25 per ticket (limited to two tickets per person). Under the installment plan, tickets must be paid in full by Monday, April 3.

For more information about the gala and the payment options, contact the External Development Office at ext. 4318.

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Bengal 5K Run—Volunteers Needed
The Alumni Association needs volunteers for the third annual Bengal 5K Run & Fun Walk Saturday, March 25. Volunteers will report to the Buckham Campus School auditorium by 7:30 a.m. and should expect to work until 12:30 or 1:00 p.m.

All volunteers will receive a Bengal 5K Run long-sleeve T-shirt for their support and dedication. Volunteers are needed to help with:

• greeting
• registration
• merchandise table
• split-club ticket sales
• start/finish lines
• race markers
• handing out water
• post-race party

To volunteer, please contact the Alumni Affairs Office at ext. 6001 or send e-mail to smitcw35@buffalostate.edu. by Friday, March 3.

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Summer and Part-Time-Job Fair
The 18th annual Summer and Part-Time-Job Fair will be held from 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. Tuesday, February 29 in the Campbell Student Union Social Hall.

Representatives from summer camps in New York and surrounding states, as well as local businesses and community agencies, will discuss summer and part-time employment opportunities with interested Buffalo State students. Employers will accept applications and conduct informal interviews.

For more information about the job fair or other summer/part-time employment opportunities, visit the Career Development Center, Cleveland Hall 306.

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Diversity Video, Panel Discussion Rescheduled
The video and panel discussion, Shattering the Silences: The Case for Minority Faculty, has been rescheduled for Tuesday, March 28 from 12:05 to 1:30 p.m. The location will be announced at a later date.

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College Senate Meeting
The next College Senate meeting will be 3:00 p.m. Friday, March10 in E. H. Butler Library 210.

Curricular Item
The following item has been received in the College Senate Office and will be forwarded to the Senate Curriculum Committee for review and approval:

Course Revision:
GEG 300 (previously GEG 200) World Regional Geography (previously Introduction to Regional Geography). National and state geography standards; the concept of region; map essentials; physical, cultural, economic, and political geography fundamentals within selected regions.

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Proposal Submission
The College Senate Curriculum Committee will not set a due date for curricular proposals during the
1999–2000 academic year. Instead, the committee will consider proposals on a continuing basis and do its best to provide a six-week turnaround. Proposals will be processed in the order received.

Proposals received by the committee chair after Wednesday, March 22, 2000, will be considered business of the 2000–2001 College Senate Curriculum Committee.

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