UB students had the opportunity to “drop” courses at any time before the end of the second week of classes. The last day to drop (or add) UB courses for the Spring 2007 semester was by Friday, January 26, 2007.
From the beginning of the third week of classes until the end of the 11th week of classes, students may call BIRD or visit MyUB and “resign” from one or more of their classes. The last day to resign a spring 2007 semester course with the grade of “R” is by Friday, March 30, 2007 (by 11 pm). While students do not need the permission of an instructor to resign, if a student is planning on resigning a course, it is strongly recommended that they speak with an academic and financial aid advisor regarding the possible impact. The action of resigning a course means that an “R” remains on a student’s transcript as a neutral indicator of the action.
Be sure and learn more about other student calendar listings of important academic, financial, and billing date information.
Taking summer courses can be an excellent strategy to help students get back on track academically or to help students move ahead.
All undergraduate UB students can begin registering for UB Summer Sessions starting on Wednesday, March 7, 2007. Please note that set registration windows do NOT apply for UB summer registration.
Browse the UB Summer Sessions Class Schedule and plan ahead for your summer courses. Also, visit the Summer 2007 Registration web page through the Student Response Center and learn about UB’s summer tuition and fees, maximum credit hours allowed per summer sessions, add/drop/resign dates, and so much more.
And if you plan to attend another school this summer, be sure you consult with an academic advisor and utilize TAURUS, which is UB’s transfer and articulation web site.
All in a Day’s Work:Careers Using Science, by Megan Sullivan, is a book aimed at giving students a taste of the diversity of careers in which science is used. If you are interested in the sciences, have you considered some of the following possible careers?
. . . The Expected
High School Science Teacher * * * Microbiologist * * * Forensics Technician
. . . The Unexpected
Firefighter * * * Landscape Architect * * * Historical Archaeologist
. . . The Adventurous
Astronaut * * * Deep-Cave Explorer * * * Oceanographer
. . . The Offbeat
Scientific Illustrator * * * Roller Coaster Designer * * * Perfumer * * * Sport Biomechanist
If you are interested in the sciences, consider exploring the various science majors available at UB through the Undergraduate Catalog and the UB Programs At-A-Glance sites.
Also seek science career advice from UB’s Career Services. Contact them today at 716-645-2231 or visit 259 Capen Hall.
. . . Peruse a List of Job Vacancy Web Sites in the Sciences:
General
Biological Sciences
Chemistry
Physics
Posted January 30, 2007 in General
UB is reaching out to students seeking on-campus activities on Friday nights with its new Late Night UB program. For most students, the hours from 10 pm - 2 am are prime entertainment times. UB Late Night was designed to give UB students a chance to unwind after their busy weeks with fun student-generated events in an alcohol-free environment.
UB Late Night is open to all UB students whether they live on- or off-campus. Programs take place 10 pm - 2 am every Friday night during the semester ON CAMPUS. In addition, there are other alcohol-free events most Thursdays and Saturday nights. Most events are free to UB students.
Dance parties * * * poker * * * New Year’s parties * * * movies * * * there’s something for everyone after 10 pm!
Programs are hosted by students groups and university departments. Student groups may apply for late-night programming grants of up to $300 to host late night events. And students may join the late night listserv to learn about new programs.
Late Night UB is sponsored by the Division of Student Affairs and the UB Undergraduate Association. There’s always something to do at Late Night UB.
Posted January 22, 2007 in General
Plan ahead! The UB Summer 2007 Class Schedule is now available on-line at: http://src.buffalo.edu/schedule/summer.shtml.
The Student Response Center will be posting more summer 2007 information soon, but be sure you don’t miss this opportunity to start planning ahead for your summer courses.
Posted January 22, 2007 in General
UB’s Department of Romance Languages and Literatures is offering proficiency exams in Spanish and French this spring. These exams are NOT placement exams. They are intended for students with 3 or more years of high school Spanish or French and they test a student’s elementary and intermediate level proficiency. If students pass the Spanish or French exam, they are exempt from UB’s Foreign Language General Education Requirement.
Friday, January 26, 2007
4:45 - 6:50 PM, Room 322 Clemens Hall
Friday, February 16, 2007
4:45 – 6:50 PM, Room 322 Clemens Hall
For more information on these tests and to register contact Romance Languages and Literatures.
Posted January 22, 2007 in General
The Office of New Student Programs is looking for students to work the Summer 2007 Orientation for new freshmen and transfers. If you are motivated and excited about UB and would enjoy welcoming new students and their families to the UB community, then this opportunity is for you. Learn how you can play an integral role by serving as a mentor and sharing your personal experiences as a successful student.
For more details about this paid opportunity and for application guidelines and deadlines, visit the New Student Programs web site.
Posted January 22, 2007 in General
A special congratulations goes out to UB’s Jennifer Rahman. For completing a survey following her academic advising appointment with Student Advising Services, Jennifer is the first monthly winner to receive a gift certificate to UB’s bookstore. Congratulations Jennifer!
Posted January 8, 2007 in General
The Be Advised web log is moving. . .
As of this afternoon, be sure that you bookmark our new Be Advised web log address at advising.buffalo.edu/beadvised and that you visit us frequently throughout the semester and year to receive vital academic reminders and tips to enable you to be successful at UB.
Monday, January 15, 2007 - Martin Luther King, Jr. Holiday. UB is closed. Last day for “new” students to register for Spring 2007 classes without a $40 administrative fee.
Tuesday, January 16, 2007 - Spring 2007 classes begin.
Friday, January 19, 2007 - Last day to drop Spring 2007 courses without financial penalty.
Friday, January 26, 2007 - Last day to drop/add Spring 2007 courses without a grade of “R” (resign). And Undergraduate S/U grading and audit deadline.
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Take Note of these Important Workshops Being Offered by Student Advising Services in January
BEFORE the Spring Semester Begins . . .
• Managing Your GPA
Need to refine your academic plan? Not satisfied with the grades that you earned last semester? This workshop will focus on revising schedules and encouraging students to enroll in GSE 155: Methods of Inquiry.
Wednesday, January 10 - 2:00 - 2:50 p.m., Room Norton 111
Thursday, January 11 - 2:00 - 2:50 p.m., Room Norton 111
Friday, January 12 - 2:00 - 2:50 p.m., Room Norton 111
AS the Spring Semester Begins . . .
• Time Management
This workshop focuses on understanding academic tools and resources that will help you develop and manage your academic plan.
Wednesday, January 17 - 2:00 - 2:50 p.m., Room Norton 111
Thursday, January 18 - 2:00 - 2:50 p.m., Room Norton 111
Friday, January 19 - 2:00 - 2:50 p.m., Room Norton 111
• Study Skills
This workshop will teach helpful study techniques and strategies in the areas of reading, note-taking, preparing for tests, and retention of material.
Tuesday, January 23 - 1:00 - 1:50 p.m., Room Norton 111
Wednesday, January 24 - 1:00 - 1:50 p.m., Room Norton 111
Thursday, January 25 - 1:00 - 1:50 p.m., Room Norton 111
Learn more about other student calendar listings of important academic, financial, and billing date information.
