Globalization is a hot topic on college campuses and in America today. Citizens who understand how people of the world interact and function have a leg up in the job market. UB is now offering 3 workshops to help students achieve this goal. Check them out!
For more information click here.
Every year UB welcomes unique individuals to share their stories, experiences, thoughts and even humor with the UB community. Take advantage of the opportunity to see and hear these amazing and influential people! Here is an overview of the presenters of this year’s Distinguished Speakers Series:
For more information regarding the Distinguished Speakers Series visit:
http://www.student-affairs.buffalo.edu/special/distinguishedspeakers.php
Welcome back everyone! Classes begin Monday, August 31st so be sure to mark your calendars NOW with these important semester dates and deadlines:
· Monday, August 31, 2009 - UB fall classes begin.
· Friday, September 4, 2009 - LAST day to drop a Fall 2009 course without financial liability.
· Monday, September 7, 2009 – Labor Day. UB is closed.
· Friday, September 11, 2009 - LAST day (by 11 pm) to drop/add a Fall 2009 course. Resigning with a grade of “R” begins Saturday, September 12, 2009.
· Friday, September 18, 2009 – Rosh Hashanah. Classes canceled after 6 pm.
· Saturday, September 19, 2009 – Classes resume at 6 pm.
· Sunday, September 27, 2009 – Yom Kippur. Classes canceled after 6 pm.
· Monday , September 28, 2009 – Classes resume at 6 pm.
· Tuesday, September 29, 2009 – Tentative date Spring 2010 Class Schedule will be available on the web.
· Friday, November 13, 2009 - LAST day (by 11 pm) for ALL UB students to resign a Fall 2009 semester course(s) with a grade of “R”.
· Wednesday, November 25, 2009 – Sunday, November 29, 2009 – Fall Recess. No classes.
· Friday, December 11, 2009 – Last day of Fall 2009 classes.
· Monday, December 14, 2009 - Monday, December 21, 2009 – Final Exams week.
And many more important dates . . . Be sure that you visit the Be Advised weblog for other important dates you need to know this fall semester!
The Library Skills Workbook is an online tutorial designed to introduce students to the basic research skills and resources available at the UB Libraries and on the Web. This is a general education program requirement for all UB undergraduates, including transfer students. We recommend that you complete it as soon as possible. You may access the Workbook at any time. If you have not done so already, complete your Library Skills Workbook today!
Click on the link below to access the Library Skills Workbook:
http://library.buffalo.edu/libraries/gethelp/libraryskillsworkbook/
Have Questions? E-mail ub-library-skills@buffalo.edu
Attendthis job fair right here on campus!
Part-time Jobs Fair
Date: Thursday, Sept. 3, 2009
Time: 11:30 – 1:30 p.m.
Location: Student Union Lobby
Are you wondering how job fairs can be beneficial? Read this article How to Get Results… at job fairs and conferences by Jonie Watanabe Tsuji before you attend!
Questions?
Contact: UB Career Services
Location: 259 Capen Hall
Phone: (716) 645-2231
E-mail: jobs@buffalo.edu
Web: http://ub-careers.buffalo.edu
Are you planning on taking the French or Spanish Proficiency Exams? This is NOT a placement exam but rather a test intended for students with 3 or more years of high school French or Spanish. It tests elementary and intermediate level proficiency. By passing one of these exams, students will be waived of the Foreign Language General Education Requirement. The dates that these exams will be offered for the Fall 2008 semester are listed below:
Friday, September 19 – 4:45-6:50 p.m.
Location: Clemens 322, North Campus
Friday, October 24 – 4:45-6:50 p.m.
Location: Clemens 322, North Campus
For more information and to register for these exams:
http://rll.buffalo.edu/applications/language_proficiency_exam/
All first-year students must complete AlcoholEDU for College – an online, non-opinionated alcohol prevention program. Whether or not you drink, AlcoholEDU is designed to help you make healthier decisions and balance your social life. Complete it today!
For more information and to begin AlcoholEDU click on the link below:
http://wellness.buffalo.edu/wes/alcoholedu.php
Remember these important due dates:
Part I of AlcoholEDU is due Wednesday, August 20, 2008
Part II of AlcoholEDU is due Wednesday, October 1, 2008
Questions?
Contact: UB’s Wellness Education Services
Location: 114 Student Union
Phone: 716.645.2837
E-mail: alcoholedu@vpsa.buffalo.edu
Website: http://wellness.buffalo.edu/
With less than 3 weeks until classes begin, NOW is a great time to read this year’s UB Reads book, The Kite Runner by Khaled Hosseini!
UB Reads was designed to give the UB community - faculty, staff and students - a chance to explore and discuss topics of global impact through a shared reading experience. Each year, a new book is chosen by the UB community that reflects topics and issues of global importance.
Stop by Student Life at 150 Student Union to pick up your FREE copy of The Kite Runner!
Did you think your part-time job this summer was just a means to making some extra cash? While that may be very true, there are also some benefits to consider when thinking about your previous work experiences. Read this insightful article, 5 Ways a Part-Time Job Can Lead to a Full-Time Career by Erin Smith to discover how your summer job is helpful for your future career. Next time you go into work keep these things in mind as you are longing for your 8-hour shift to be over!
Did you take any classes at another college or university this summer? If so, make sure you request your official transcripts to be sent to UB. For information on having official transcripts sent to you UB visit http://taurus.buffalo.edu/caspages/transcripts.shtml.
You may also want to sign on to TAURUS to see if your transfer courses match UB classes and degree requirements.
