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Vol. XLV, No. 20 |
President's Awards for Excellence
Nominations and supporting materials for President's Awards for Excellence in teaching; research, scholarship, and creativity; librarianship; academic advisement; service to the college; or equity and diversity for the academic year 1999–2000 must be submitted to the provost, Cleveland Hall 519, by Monday, March 6. Guidelines may be obtained from the Academic Affairs Office, Cleveland Hall 519, ext. 5903.
Call for Applications: Academic Director of Siena Program
Daniela Perozzi, a program faculty member for 12 years, has been selected as site director and provides continuity in administrative functions and community relations.
Applications are invited for the position of academic director. The individual will serve for one semester, from September 11 through December 15, 2000. Responsibilities include accompanying students on the flight to Italy and on required field trips; teaching one course; collaborating with the site director in meeting program participants' needs, particularly adapting to life in Italy; and assisting with student recruitment before and after the semester in Siena.
Requirements
Applicants should submit a letter of interest, a current curriculum vitae, and brief descriptions of two courses they might teach in Siena to Lee Ann Grace, Director of International Education, Cleveland Hall 416, by Wednesday, February 9.
An informal information session will be held from 2:00 to 4:00 p.m. Friday, February 4 in Cleveland Hall 519. Faculty who are considering applying for the position may drop in any time during the two-hour period to learn more about this opportunity.
The leadership of the Siena Program has been reorganized, creating two positions: site director and academic director.
1. Full-time faculty status at Buffalo State
2. Working proficiency in Italian
3. Ability to teach one course relevant to the program
4. Experience with student organizations/activities outside the classroom (preferably travel)
5. Demonstrated success in working with people from other cultures
6. Flexibility/adaptability
Black History Month Exhibit and Reception
Before the Book, There Was the Word: Orature and Music of the Manding Jeliw (griots), an exhibit by Musa Abdul Hakim, senior assistant librarian, will be displayed in the lobby of E. H. Butler Library through the end of February, in observance of Black History Month.
New York City musicians Cheick Hamala Diabate, Bruce Penner, and Khalid Saleem will perform on the koni (lute) at the exhibit's grand opening and reception from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. Friday, February 4 in the library lobby. The reception also will feature recorded music, video, and commentary. Join us in celebration of the oral traditions of Africa. Refreshments will be served.
Signature Café at Butler Library
Offering gourmet coffees, teas, hot chocolate, pastries, soft drinks, fruit juices, and bottled water, Signature Café is open during all scheduled library hours-including evenings, weekends, and most holidays. Don Murcko and his staff of student employees will be delighted to serve you or to answer your questions about the café's menu or catering services.
E. H. Butler Library invites you to the grand opening of the new Signature Café in the library lobby at 11:00 a.m. Tuesday, February 8. Everyone is welcome!
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McNair Scholars Program Reception
The Graduate Studies and Research Office cordially invites all faculty and staff to an informational reception for the McNair Scholars Program Thursday, February 10 during Bengal Pause (12:15–1:30 p.m.) in the Margaret Grant Lounge, Caudell Hall.
This is a very exiting initiative for our campus, and we look forward to your participation.
Videoconferences Highlight Student Services, Accreditation
Instructional resources (IR) and academic affairs are sponsoring the following videoconferences. The programs can be viewed in the Teaching, Learning, and Assessment Center conference room, Bulger Communication Center 104, or via the campus cable system, channel 6. IR will tape both programs for viewing at a later date.
Please call ext. 4104 if you plan to attend so that we may prepare enough handouts. For more detailed information on these programs, visit the PBS/ALS Web site at www.pbs.org/als/programs. Click on "live satellite events," and click on the appropriate date. Call Paul Andruczyk at ext. 6931 with questions.
Planning for Student Services: Best Practices for the Twenty-First Century
Thursday, February 10, 12:30–2:00 p.m.
The most innovative colleges are transforming their student services to learner-centered models. This new model breaks down the traditional "silo" structure in which student services were organized by functions, such as admissions, financial aid, registration, billing, and advising, and replaces it with an integrated, cross-disciplinary model that requires teamwork and communication. Participants will examine case studies from several institutions that have made the transition to the learner-centered model and gain insight on how to adopt the model on their own campuses.
Emerging Issues in Accreditation: Moving toward a Culture of Evidence
Thursday, February 24, 2:00–4:00 p.m.
In the world of accreditation, traditional rules and criteria are changing rapidly. National experts will discuss the following topics:
The program also includes an implementation segment to help participants develop strategies for their own campuses.
Resurgent City Center Minigrants
In its effort to foster collaboration between Buffalo State and the local community, the Resurgent City Center (RCC) is awarding faculty/staff minigrants of up to $1,500 for applied research focusing on community development and empowerment. The grants may be applied to community-based projects that faculty or staff are involved with currently.
The RCC plans to hold a conference, "Building a Strong and Healthy Community-Based Organization," February 22 and 23 at the Mount Olive Baptist Church. The conference is aimed at small, nonprofit organizations, and will provide educational workshops and seminars ranging from staff development to budgeting.
The center also has been aggressively recruiting student volunteers and interns for service-learning experiences in the community. Habeeba Pasha, internship coordinator, already has recruited some 30 students. The program offers Buffalo State students the chance to gain valuable work experience in community-development projects. Students have worked in a wide range of community agencies, including Planned Parenthood and the Western New York Council on Occupational Health and Safety. The program is open to all Buffalo State juniors and seniors.
The RCC is located in the Science Building, room 253 (first floor), and is open from 9:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Monday through Friday. Please contact Andre White, program assistant, or Nancy Johnson, executive director, at ext. 5210 for more information.
Audit System Workshops
Seating is limited; please call Nancy Babb at ext. 3412 or send e-mail to admaudit@buffalostate.edu to reserve a spot.
Individual or departmental training also is available upon request.
For Faculty and Staff
Beginners: An Introduction to Accessing the Audit System and Understanding the Audit Sheet
Intermediate: Audit System Reports and Modeling Changes to Student Audits
Open: Addressing Your Audit System Questions
For ADM Departmental Caretakers STARS Training STARS is a database of past and current student biographical and course information. It allows users to view student records and schedules, class rosters, master schedules, and catalog files. It is available to any faculty or staff member. New users and current users who have not had formal training or who need a refresher course will benefit from attending one of these sessions.
The Registrar's Office will host audit system training workshops for faculty, staff, and departmental caretakers. Each hour-long workshop will be devoted to hands-on training, and an additional half hour will be allotted for individual help and questions. All will be held in Cyberquad 318.
Faculty and staff must have access to a Buffalo State faculty/staff account on the campus mainframe to participate. It also is recommended that participants obtain a copy of The Buffalo State Audit System: A Guide for Faculty and Staff prior to training. Contact Babb if you have questions about account access or need a copy of the guide.
Wednesday, February 16, 2:00–3:00/3:30 p.m.
Tuesday, February 22, 8:30–9:30/10:00 a.m.
Tuesday, March 7, 8:30–9:30/10:00 a.m.
Wednesday, March 15, 2:00–3:00/3:30 p.m.
Tuesday, April 4, 8:30–9:30/10:00 a.m.
Wednesday, April 19, 2:00–3:00/3:30 p.m.
The following are open sessions, with a particular focus on regular account processing and maintenance. Contact Babb for a copy of the current departmental caretaker's audit system documentation.
Wednesday, February 9, 2:00–3:00/3:30 p.m.
Tuesday, February 29, 8:30–9:30/10:00 a.m.
Wednesday, March 8, 2:00–3:00/3:30 p.m.
Tuesday, March 28, 8:30–9:30/10:00 a.m.
Wednesday, April 12, 2:00–3:00/3:30 p.m.
STARS (Student Transcript and Registration System) training workshops will be held from 1:30 to 3:30 p.m. Monday, February 14 and from 9:30 to 11:30 a.m. Thursday, February 17 in CyberQuad, E. H. Butler Library 318. Call ext. 3436 or send e-mail to zulawsma@buffalostate.edu by Friday, February 12 to register for either session. If you use e-mail, you must include your full name, username, department, and telephone number.
Appointments
Charles B. Kenyon has been named associate vice president for student affairs. He will oversee the college's precollegiate programs, while continuing to assist the vice president with oversight of student affairs personnel, budget, and planning.
Diane Townsend, director of Liberty Partnerships, will serve as the on-site coordinator for the precollegiate programs, located in the E-Wing of the Buckham Campus School. She will assist with the integration of these programs in local schools and the community.
Cheryl McCarthy has joined the Vice President for Student Affairs Office as a staff assistant to the vice president. She comes to Buffalo State from Lucas Varity Inc.
Robin Hodges Sampson has accepted appointment as the secretary 2 in the vice president's office. She was employed with Westwood-Squibb.
President's Medal Nominations
The college will award the President's Medal to an outstanding senior at this year's commencement ceremony on Saturday, May 13. This award recognizes an outstanding member of the senior class who has demonstrated excellence in the areas of achievement, citizenship, leadership, and community service.
Faculty and staff may nominate one graduating senior for consideration. Nomination forms are available from department chairs and directors. Supporting documentation must accompany recommendations. Nominations must be forwarded to Phillip Santa Maria, dean of students, Campbell Student Union 306 by Friday, February 11.
Great Decisions Lecture Series
Buffalo State, in cooperation with the Foreign Policy Association, is sponsoring the following Great Decisions lectures for spring 2000. All will take place on Thursdays in the Campbell Student Union Assembly Hall from 12:15 to 1:30 p.m.
February 24
"Indonesia: Southeast Asia Role Model?"
by I. Gusti Ngurah Swetja, counsel general/ambassador to the United States
March 9
"Humanitarian Intervention"
(panel presentation)
March 16
"Humanitarian Intervention: The Caucasus and Chechnya"
by Dr. Davitashvili Zurab, chair, Department of International Law and International Relations, Tbilisi State University, Tbilisi, Georgia
April 13
"Middle East Realignment"
by Dr. Abdul H. Raoof, professor of political science, Buffalo State
Those planning to attend are encouraged to read, in advance, related articles from the 1999 edition of Great Decisions, the Foreign Policy Association's annual nonpartisan briefing book on critical U.S. foreign policy issues.
The series is sponsored by the dean of students; the History and Social Studies Education and Political Science Departments; and the International Education, International Student Affairs, and Residence Life Offices.
For further information or copies of the articles, contact the Dean of Students Office at ext. 4618.
World Quest 2000
Did you know that...
If you did, you should consider playing World Quest 2000; if you didn't, that's even more reason to be a part of this educational and fun evening. Biac's will cater the event, and a variety of Buffalo businesses have donated prizes for the winners. Event proceeds will support educational programs of the Buffalo Council on World Affairs. If you would like to join the Buffalo State table, please contact the Dean of Students Office at ext. 4618.
The Vice President for Student Affairs Office will sponsor a table at the Buffalo Council on World Affairs World Quest 2000, Buffalo's international trivia competition, where Western New Yorkers test their knowledge of interesting international facts. The competition takes place at 6:00 p.m. Tuesday, February 22 at the Erie Community College city campus.
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Shattering the Silences: The Case for Minority Faculty The 50-minute video has been described as one of the most important films to be produced about higher education or race in this decade. Minority scholars demonstrate how a more diverse faculty enriches traditional scholarship and contributes to a more inclusive campus. A panel will address issues presented in the video as they relate to Buffalo State. Panel members are Joaquin Carbonara, associate professor, mathematics; Lin Xia Jiang, associate professor, fine arts; Scott Johnson, assistant professor, criminal justice; and Bahati Kuumba, associate professor, sociology. Provost and Vice President for Academic Affairs Gary Marotta will moderate the panel.
Staff from the New York State Department of Health will offer free, anonymous HIV testing to students, faculty, and staff Thursday, February 10 on the second floor of the Weigel Health Center.
The Academic Affairs and Equity and Campus Diversity Offices, the President's Council on Equity and Campus Diversity, and the Association of Faculty and Staff of African Descent will present a video and panel discussion titled Shattering the Silences: The Case for Minority Faculty from 12:05 to 1:30 p.m. Tuesday, February 8 in Bulger Communication Center West.
Black History Month
February has traditionally been set aside to recognize the accomplishments and contributions of African Americans to American culture. Faculty are encouraged this month to recognize the contribution of African American scholars to their disciplines.
Equity and Campus Diversity Minigrants
Applications for equity and campus diversity minigrants are available in Cleveland Hall 415 or from the academic deans. Information about the minigrant program appeared in the January 21 issue of the college Bulletin. Application deadline is Friday, February 11.
Sexual Harassment Prevention Workshop
The prevention of sexual harassment will be addressed during a workshop for faculty, administrators, and supervisors from 12:15 to 1:30 p.m. Thursday, February 17 in E. H. Butler Library 210. Participants will be reminded of their responsibilities to address sexual harassment in the workplace, based on recent Supreme Court rulings. Attendees also will view and discuss the video No Real Winners: Sexual Harassment in Academe.
Lunar New Year and Tet
February 5 marks the Lunar New Year and Tet. The Lunar New Year, the first three days of the first lunar month, is an important day in China, Korea, and Taiwan. In these countries, people dress in costumes, exchange food and gifts, visit family members, and remember ancestors.
Tet is the most important festival day in Vietnam. It is a time for family reunions and feasting, repainting homes, and paying debts. The first night is usually marked with fireworks and begins four days of festivities. We wish all our Chinese, Korean, Taiwanese, and Vietnamese students, faculty, and staff a happy new year.
Curricular Items
Social Studies Education
The following courses have been received in the College Senate Office and will be forwarded to the College Senate Curriculum Committee for review and approval:
New Courses:
EDU 211 Introduction to Literacy Instruction. Introduces students interested in teaching in elementary school settings to current literary theories and practices supportive of diverse populations and congruent with New York State learning standards. School-based activities that support course objectives are required.
EDU 310 Teaching Social Studies in the Elementary School. Critically examines current trends and pedagogical issues in social studies standards-based education. Students will develop and implement creative extensions of social studies through the visual and performing arts.
EDU 312 (formerly 315) The Teaching of Mathematics and Science. This is a basic curriculum course for elementary teachers that explores in-depth curricular, theoretical, and practical educational frameworks. Students will plan, implement, and evaluate lessons incorporating the New York State standards for mathematics, science, and technology; practice and evaluate assessment tools and processes; become reflective practitioners; and demonstrate effective techniques for instructional organization.
EXE 362 Behavior Management. The focus of this course is on managing the classroom environment in order to facilitate effective instruction. Various models of behavior management are discussed. Exceptional education majors must take this course concurrently with EXE 363 Field Experience in Behavior Management.
EXE 371 Foundations of Teaching Children with Disabilities. This course focuses on adaptations, procedures, and management systems necessary for effective instruction of children with disabilities in general-education settings. It is required for elementary education majors.
The following final education revisions slated for reregistration have been received by the College Senate Office and forwarded to the College Senate Curriculum Committee:
Science Secondary Education
English
EDU/EDF 201 Introduction to Elementary Education. Introduces students interested in the education profession to elementary school teaching. Applications of major theories, consideration of developmentally appropriate practices relative to New York State learning standards, an introduction to classroom organization, classroom management and discipline, and participation in the reflective writing process are emphasized. A field experience is required.
Course Revisions:
EDU 311 (formerly EDU 314) Teaching Reading and other Language Arts in the Elementary School. Builds and supports pedagogical content knowledge developed in EDU/EDF 201 and EDU 211. In-depth curricular, theoretical, and practical educational frameworks are explored through field-based teaching in school settings. Students will plan, implement, and evaluate language arts lessons incorporating the New York State standards for English language arts; practice and evaluate assessment tools and processes; become reflective practitioners; and demonstrate effective teaching abilities.
Proposal Submission Proposals received by the committee chair after Wednesday, March 22, 2000, will be considered business of the 2000–2001 College Senate Curriculum Committee.
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.
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