While the Spring 2009 semester begins on Monday, January 12, 2009, Academic Advisors in Student Advising Services (SAS) will be available throughout the Winter Break to assist you.
The EXCEPTION will be Thursday, December 25, 2008 – Friday, January 2, 2009, when our office will be CLOSED for the holidays, but SAS will RE-OPEN again on Monday, January 5, 2009 at 8:30 am. Mark your calendars and be sure to contact us with any questions throughout the Winter Break!
Posted December 18, 2008 in General
UB’s Physics Department will be offering PHY 100 for the FIRST TIME as a summer course in Summer 2009. The course will be offered in both sessions.
Note: PHY 100 will NO LONGER be offered in a Fall or Spring semester.
The PHY 100 course is intended as a preparation for College Physics or General Physics courses (PHY 101-102 or PHY 107-108). Basic physics concepts, problem solving and basic mathematical skills are strongly emphasized. Since the course is taught at a relatively slower pace in a small classroom setting with lesser physics content than PHY101 or PHY107, it is strongly suggested for students requiring additional preparation before taking PHY101 or PHY107 in the Fall semester. Students who have not had a high school physics course are strongly encouraged to take this course.
After completing this course, one should be familiar with the nature of physics exemplified by Newtonian mechanics and its every day applications and would have acquired the basic math skills and reasoning strategies to solve problems and answer conceptual questions in mechanics. At the end, we are certain that you will appreciate the universal nature of physics laws and their applications in science and technology.
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More information about PHY 100 will be available from the Physics departmental web site. Additionally, for future questions, students can contact Olivia C. Emrich, Assistant to the Chairman, Physics Department, Room 235 Fronczak Hall, 716-645-2017.
Remember to use the Winter Break to your advantage! Benefit from one of these upcoming opportunities!
Career Conversations in NYC
Career Conversations: A Student-Alumni Career Networking Night is designed to link established UB alumni with current UB students and recent graduates who are interested in launching their careers in the metro New York area. As opposed to a more formal, job-oriented career fair, the event facilitates informal discussions, networking and career information gathering. This event takes places on January 6, 2009 from 6-8 p.m. A variety of career fields will be represented. To find out more information and to register for this event, visit http://www.student-affairs.buffalo.edu/career/careerconv.php.
Jobsapalooza Job & Internship Fair
UB’s Career Services also hosts Jobsapalooza and this year there are 3 events in 3 different cities across New York! Jobsapalooza will be held in Buffalo on Tuesday, January 6 from 4-7 pm, in Rochester on Thursday, January 8 from 4-7 pm, and in Long Island (more information to come). This event allows students to meet with employers from local areas who are looking for potential employees and interns. To view a listing of employers who will be at the event, floor plans, handouts and other information visit http://www.jobsapalooza.com/.
infoTECH Niagara Shadowing Program
Western New York’s leading IT Professional Association, infoTech Niagara, brings the fourth annual winter intersession Shadowing Program. Students will be able to shadow a staff member throughout the day on either January 8 or 9, 2009. Spend the entire day with a professional to get a more complete view of a day-in-the-life. If you are interested in this great opportunity visit http://www.infotechniagara.org/.
Meet a Mentor Program
Have you heard of the Meet-a-Mentor Program? For shadowing opportunities like the one listed above, as well as opportunities in various other fields, check out this program! The Meet-a-Mentor program is offered through UB’s Career Services. To learn more about this helpful resource and to begin finding someone to shadow visit http://www.ub-careers.buffalo.edu/stumentor.php.
Have questions? Contact UB’s Career Services - 259 Capen Hall, 716-645-2231, http://www.ub-careers.buffalo.edu/index.php.
Although you may realize the value and importance of a college education, have you ever thought about how your college grades could impact your future? We have provided a list of several articles that addresses the realities of college GPA’s as well as ways in which you can improve your GPA. Be sure that you read the following three articles in preparation for the upcoming Spring 2009 semester!
Reminder: GPA Does Matter!
Strive to obtain excellent, consistent grades and avoid the following possible negative consequences:
- Getting into your major of choice. Review UB’s Academic Programs in the Undergraduate Catalog to learn what GPA requirements you need.
- Opportunities to gain relevant, necessary experience outside the classroom, such as internships, co-op’s and volunteering.
- Obtaining quality letters of recommendation from instructors.
- Getting into graduate schools. Particularly your performance in your junior and senior years is important.
- Resume implications. Leaving off your GPA could raise doubts and have negative consequences.
- Finding employment opportunities. Hiring managers could screen applicants based on GPA’s, with 3.0 being the cutoff.
Need academic help? Have questions? Contact an Academic Advisor TODAY to assist you!
Would you like to make informed financial decisions throughout your college years and into your professional life?
Are you looking for information on a variety of financial topics, including budgeting and financial planning, overspending, and saving?
If so, check out the NEW financial literacy program called CashCourse from UB’s Student Response Center Web site! You will find information on CashCourse on the left hand side of the web page under Resources or you can link to it directly at www.cashcourse.org/buffalo/Default.aspx.
From learning the top reasons for overspending to utilizing an interactive budget wizard - the CashCourse has a wealth of financial information to help define your finances and your future! Take advantage of this excellent financial information TODAY!
Remember to use the Winter Break for more than just a vacation! Plan to do some new and interesting things, such as gaining experience by shadowing or volunteering, giving back to your community, or planning some academic review in preparation for your spring semester classes.
TAKE ADVANTAGE OF THESE VALUABLE RESOURCES OVER THE WINTER BREAK
Career Services - Utilize UB’s Career Services to gain valuable information regarding exploring careers, jobs, internships and so much more! If you are in the New York City metro area, don’t miss Career Conversations in NYC!
Community Engagement Opportunities - Get involved with direct service experience in the greater Buffalo community or at home. Be sure you learn more about Community Engagement Opportunities through UB’s Center for Student Leadership and Community Engagement!
Planning to Take Courses at Another School? - Be sure that you consult with an Academic Advisor and utilize TAURUS, UB’s Transfer and Articulation System, to help you find articulated courses that may help you to get ahead at UB.
Schedule Some Time for Academic Review! - Whether you are preparing to take the next course in a sequence this spring or you are looking ahead to your next semester classes, be sure and get your textbooks early and start to do some reading and review.
Stay Informed and Check Your UB E-Mail Often! - Students are urged to check their UB e-mail accounts regularly, including throughout the winter months. Important academic and financial communications, Be Advised web log updates, and other details that affect students’ statuses are communicated year-round.
Mark Your Calendars and Plan Ahead! - Be sure that you are informed of all UB Student Calendar listings of important academic, financial, and billing date information and plan ahead for the months of December ‘08, January ‘09 and beyond.
We hope you all have a safe and happy Winter Break!
Have questions? Contact an Academic Advisor TODAY for assistance!
If you are NOT returning to UB this Spring 2009 semester, be sure that you talk with an Academic Advisor to file the appropriate paperwork to let the University know of your change in status. If you are undecided about a major, remember to consult with an Academic Advisor from Student Advising Services. If you have an intended or approved major, utilize the Advising Directory for your appropriate advising unit.
Upon consulting with an Advisor, h/she will check to see if you qualify for an Undergraduate Leave of Absence. Note: Fall 2008 grades will be posted on Monday, December 29, 2008 and Advisors will need to check how these grades impact your overall UB GPA to determine eligibility for a Leave of Absence. If you are not eligible to file a Leave of Absence with the University, then you will be instructed to fill out the Not Returning to UB Form.
ALL STUDENTS who will not be returning to UB in the spring semester must also consult the When You’re Not Returning to UB Checklist, which provides a critical list of information you need to review before you leave.
Have questions? Be sure you talk with an Academic Advisor TODAY for assistance!
