Check out some of the great events GSA has to offer this month!
*Paid for by your Mandatory Student Activity Fee*
UBIT is seeking graduate student representatives to participate in technology focus groups aimed to gauge awareness and collect feedback on technology offerings at the university. This is your chance to learn from and share your feedback with UB’s IT professionals.
We are considering three different times to host: (1) Tuesday, April 3, 3 – 4 p.m., (2) Thursday, April 5, at 5 – 6 p.m. or (3) Thursday, April 5, at 6 – 7 p.m. If you are interested in attending this event, please select which of these slots you prefer using this form: https://goo.gl/forms/YhgndnwB57s1HjfF2.
Depending on the interest we receive, we may hold a session during one or more of these times.
And if you can’t make it, but would still like to offer feedback, feel free to email me at blakecoo@buffalo.edu any time you have something to say.
All the best,
Blake Cooper
IT Communications Specialist
blakecoo@buffalo.edu
The UB Curriculum is now accepting applications for adjunct instructors for AY 2018-19 to teach the UB Capstone (UBC 399, the culminating course of the UB Curriculum program). The UB Capstone is a holistic reflection of a student’s learning experiences through the creation of the Capstone ePortfolio. Through completion of this requirement, students develop the skills to integrate, apply and synthesize knowledge. This integrative approach to learning encourages students to connect concepts across a broad range of disciplines and experiences, bringing it all together—with purpose.
The role of our Capstone Instructors is to mentor and guide students through the creation of the Capstone ePortfolio. UBC 399 is taught online through the Course Management System in Digication, UB’s ePortfolio platform. The detailed posting is attached. Application materials (cover letter and CV) should be sent to ubcurriculum@buffalo.edu, and these will be reviewed on a rolling basis through July 31, 2018.
Petitions for the University Council Representative are now available!
Petitions can be picked up at the following locations.
Completed petitions must contain the printed name, signature, school of enrollment and person numbers of 300 students currently registered at the University at Buffalo. Duplicate signatures on an individual candidate’s petition shall be considered invalid.
Information on the University Council
The University Council serves as the primary oversight and advisory board to the University at Buffalo and its president and senior officers. This student representative sits on a 10-member board (the other officers appointed by the governor of the State of New York) and serves as the voice for all UB students.
The regular duties of the University Council include reviewing the university’s major plans and activities in the areas of academics, student life, finances, building and grounds, and then making recommendations to benefit the university in matters of community and alumni relations. A more detailed description of the roles and responsibilities of the University Council and be found in the New York State Education Law, Section 356.
University Council Student Representative
Any full-time University at Buffalo student is eligible to run for the University Council Student Representative. Responsibilities of the position include:
Timeline for the 2018 University Council Elections
More information on the timeline can be found here.
Monday, March 12: Petitions made available at all locations; All Governmental Offices and Campus Life
Friday, April 6: Petitions are due by 1:00pm to Campus Life
Wednesday, April 11: Mandatory Candidate Meeting at 5:00pm in Campus Life, 150 Student Union
Wednesday, April 11: Campaigning begins following Mandatory Candidate Meeting
Thursday, April 12: Platforms due to Campus Life, 150 Student Union, by 5:00pm
Tuesday, April 17: Endorsements due to Luke Haumesser via email by 5:00pm
Tuesday, April 24: Elections held online beginning at 12:01am
Wednesday, April 25: Elections held online
Thursday, April 26: Elections held online and close at 5:00pm
Friday, April 27: Expenditure reports due no later than 5:00pm, when polling closes
Friday, April 27: Unofficial election results available
Monday, April 30: Official election results available
For any additional information please contact Luke Haumesser in the Campus Life office located in 150 Student Union or via email at lukehaum@buffalo.edu.
The Living Stipend Movement has created a survey to get a snapshot of grad student financial hardships/realities. Please provide us with your feedback! Here is the link: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/NGDR86Y