Fall 2009 hours of operation for the Math Place and Writing Place at the University at Buffalo, North Campus.
These free peer tutoring services are for undergraduate students.
The Math Place (209 Baldy) is open on Mondays and Wednesdays from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. and on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 12 p.m. to 6 p.m. We offer mathematics tutoring for students enrolled in the following undergraduate courses: ULC 147, ULC 148, MTH 115, 121, 122, 131, 141, 142.
The Writing Place (209A Baldy) is open on Mondays through Thursdays from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. We offer tutoring for undergraduate students in any course in which essays or other writing assignments are given.
Posted September 23, 2009 in Academics
The Thomas R. Pickering Foreign Affairs Fellowship Program provides undergraduate and graduate funding to participants as they are prepared academically and professionally to enter the United States Department of State Foreign Service. Fellowships fund up to two years of college and a year of graduate school, including tuition, room, board, books and fees. Fellows must commit to pursuing a graduate degree in international studies at an approved institution. Second-year college students who are US citizens with minimum grade point averages of 3.2 are eligible to apply. Fourth-year students may be interested in the Graduate Foreign Affairs Fellowship also sponsored by the Department of State. For more information visit: http://www.woodrow.org/fellowships/foreign_affairs/pickering_undergrad/index.php
National deadline to apply is February 2010. Institutional nomination is required and self-nominations are due by October 1st.
Are you a born leader? If so, you may qualify for the J. Scott Fleming Scholarship, the only student-to-student scholarship at UB.
Deadline is Friday, October 16, 2009 at noon.
Please visit the UB alumni website for additional information.
Attend this fair!
Graduate and Professional School Fair
Date: Tuesday, September 29, 2009
Time: 11:00am - 1:00 pm
Location: Student Union
Questions?
Contact: UB Career Services
Location: 259 Capen Hall
Phone: (716) 645-2231
Email: jobs@buffalo.edu
Web: http://ub-careers.buffalo.edu
Posted September 22, 2009 in Academics, Fair
Welcome to UB! If you have questions or concerns regarding your Fall 2009 semester schedule be sure to contact your Academic Advisor. If you have GENERAL academic questions you can see a University Scholars staff member in Student Advising Services at 109 Norton Hall. University Scholars drop-in hours are every week on Mondays from 1-2 p.m. and Tuesdays from 3-4 p.m in 107B Norton Hall. You can also e-mail academic questions or concerns to us throughout the semester by sending a message to university-scholars@buffalo.edu.
Mark Your Calendars for These Very Important Fall 2009 Semester Dates:
· 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!
Be sure to click on the links below for important semester information!
We Have Provided Critical Academic Tips for the Start of the Fall Semester
From planning your semester schedules most efficiently to making sure you know important campus resources as the semester begins, don’t miss these important academic tips to help you succeed!
Posted September 4, 2009 in Uncategorized
Volunteering: How, What, Where, Why
Interested in volunteering, but not sure how to get started? We will look at how to find and choose the best volunteer opportunities to fit your needs and wants.
Location : 235 Student Union
Date / Time :
Sep 21, 2009 - 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Resume Writing for a Job or Internship
Learn how to construct and tailor your resume to that specific position that you want to land. We’ll focus on how you can best market yourself and get your foot in the door for an interview.
Location : 259 Capen Hall
Date / Time :
Sep 14, 2009 - 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Sep 29, 2009 -
2:00 pm - 3:00 pm
Nov 17, 2009 -
5:30 pm - 6:30 pm
Internships for Any Major
Internships are the key to exploring your career interests, gaining real-world experience and achieving success in your future career program. This panel discussion will answer your questions about how to find internship opportunities (both paid and unpaid), how to get credit, and where to go for more information about internships for all majors.
Location : 17 Norton Hall
Date / Time :
Oct 26, 2009 - 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm
For more information or to register:
https://www.ubevents.org/regengine/event_page.php
Getting Started in Undergraduate Research
Learn about UB’s Center for Undergraduate Research & Creative Activities (CURCA) and discover the opportunities that await UB students who want to take classroom learning and apply it to “real” research and creative studies. CURCA
Location : 12 Capen Hall
Date / Time :
Sep 10, 2009 - 3:30 pm - 4:20 pm
Funding Your Research
Money is available to students wishing to fund their research projects and creative endeavors, come and learn the in’s and out’s of grant proposals-federal funding and UB support for your project. CURCA
Location : 12 Capen Hall
Date / Time :
Sep 17, 2009 - 3:30 pm - 4:20 pm
Oct 1, 2009 -
3:30 pm - 4:20 pm
Strategies to Finding Nationally Competitive Scholarship and Fellowship Opportunities
We’ll introduce you to various national and international scholarships and fellowships. These awards provide undergraduate and graduate funding to outstanding students. Learn about strategies you can follow to maximize your success in pursuing these opportunities. Undergraduate Academies
Location : 17 Norton Hall
Date / Time :
Sep 17, 2009 - 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Oct 9, 2009 -
3:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Nov 11, 2009 -
4:00 pm - 5:00 pm
For more information or to register:
https://www.ubevents.org/regengine/category_function.php?categoryid=247
Strategies for Interacting With Faculty
Thursday, September 17, 2009
1 – 2 p.m.; location 210 Student Union
Faculty can be one of your greatest allies whether it is for getting extra help in a course, writing a letter of recommendation, securing an internship or independent study or just learning more about a particular topic. The sooner you become comfortable approaching faculty, the better off you’ll be. This session will offer tips and suggestions on how to approach and communicate effectively with faculty members.
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:
- Kofi Annan - Wed., 9/16/09, 8 p.m., Alumni Arena
- Tony Blair - Wed., 10/7/09, 8 p.m., Alumni Arena
- Steve Lopez- Wed., 10/28/09, 8 p.m., Alumni Arena
- Cornel West - Fri., 2/05/10, 8 p.m., Center for the Arts
- Margaret Atwood - Wed., 3/3/10, 8 p.m., Center for the Arts
- Neil deGrasse Tyson- Wed., 3/31/10, 8 p.m., Alumni Arena
- Bill Maher- Sat., 4/24/10, 8 p.m., Alumni Arena
For more information regarding the Distinguished Speakers Series visit:
http://www.student-affairs.buffalo.edu/special/distinguishedspeakers.php
Looking for something to do on campus at night? Check out Late Night UB! Late Night UB is a series of fun activities for UB students who live on- or off-campus. Programs include movies, poker tournaments, bingo, deal or no deal game and much more! These events begin after 9 p.m. - check it out today!
Find out more information about Late Night UB by visiting:
http://www.student-affairs.buffalo.edu/studentlife/latenight/
