UB provides a variety of tutoring assistance for undergraduate students. If you are experiencing academic difficulty, don’t wait! Take advantage of these FREE tutorial services TODAY!
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The Thomas J. Edwards Learning Center offers FREE tutoring in Math and Writing.
The Math Place – 209 Baldy Hall, North Campus
FREE drop-in tutoring service for students where you can bring your problems or questions and the tutors will be happy to help you. Bring your textbook, calculator, and notes. Only students enrolled in the following courses are eligible: ULC147, ULC148, MTH115, MTH121, MTH122, MTH131, MTH141, and MTH142.
The Writing Place - 209-A Baldy Hall, North Campus
FREE tutoring for students who need help with paper organization, perfecting grammar, or receiving feedback on writing. Bring papers, essays, projects, etc., and tutors will assist you.
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The Academic Success Centers offers FREE tutoring in various subject areas with emphasis on classes first-year students take, including chemistry, biology, English, physics, accounting, math and economics. Check out one of these Academic Success Centers TODAY! You do not have to live on campus to use these services:
Blake Center – 167 Millard Fillmore Academic Center, Ellicott Complex
Jones Center – Clinton Hall basement, Governer’s Complex
Clement Study Lounge – Clement Hall 1st floor, South Campus
For more information on the Academic Success Centers visit: www.student-affairs.buffalo.edu/housing/academic.php.
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If Free Tutoring is Not Available - Try These Recommendations!
1. Ask your Instructor/TA for extra assistance and regularly attend their office hours.
2. Ask your Instructor/Department for contacts in the major (successful students) who may be able to offer tutoring assistance.
3. Speak with your classmates and form a study group. Especially look for students who love the class.
4. Post signs around the department indicating you are looking for tutoring support.
5. Find a private paid tutor. Contact the academic department where you need assistance and inquire if there is a list of paid tutors to choose from.
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For more information on other tutoring services at UB, visit the UB Libraries at: ublib.buffalo.edu/libraries/helpAZ/tutoring.
Do you have pride in UB? Do you want to help recruit students to our University? Do you need public relations experience?
UB STARS, a highly selective volunteer organization, is currently recruiting for next year!
STudent Admissions Recruitment Specialists are a select group of approximately 50 students who assist the Office of Admissions in the promotion of UB to prospective students, their parents and the high school guidance community. The UB STARS return to their high schools to give presentations about UB, help UB at important admissions events such as Open House, and staff the Office of Admissions screen name, UBADMIT, answering questions potential students and their parents have about UB. A dynamic public relations organization, UB STARS is a vitally important aspect in UB’s recruitment efforts.
There are many benefits and opportunities available to you by joining this organization. Stop by the Office of Admissions located in 12 Capen Hall to pick up a paper copy of the application. If you have questions, contact Amanda Schieber, UB STARS Coordinator, at 645-6414 or email prov.acs22@provost.buffalo.edu.
Also, if you’d like more information and to talk to a current STAR about the program, there will table days in the Student Union on February 18, 23, and 26, or you can IM them at their screen name UBADMIT anytime between 9 am and 5 pm. The deadline to turn in your application is Friday, March 6th, so fill yours out and drop it off at the reception desk in 12 Capen Hall or e-mail Amanda Schieber!
UB’s Office of Career Services is offering several workshops and resources to help you look for a job, write your resume, and much more! Be sure that you attend one or more of the following workshops to help you exceed at UB and beyond!
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Job Searching in Today’s Tough Economy
Thurs., Jan. 22, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
330 Student Union
Looking for a job? Don’t be discouraged by the state of the economy! Learn how to effectively use networking strategies as well as BullsEye, your on-line Career Services account. To register to attend, visit Life & Learning Workshops at: www.workshops.buffalo.edu.
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For a list of Spring ‘09 Career Fairs, Workshops, and Employer Visits offered by Career Services, go to: www.student-affairs.buffalo.edu/career/calendar.php.
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Resume Writing
Mon., Jan. 26, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
259 Capen Hall (UB Career Services)
Learn how to construct and tailor your resume to that specific position you want to land. We’ll focus on how you can best market yourself and get your foot in the door for a job or internship interview.
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On Campus Interviewing
Tues., Jan. 27, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
259 Capen Hall (UB Career Services)
Career Services’ on-campus interviewing program features career-launching opportunities for ALL majors! Learn how you can meet, right on campus, with some of the country’s top employers, as well as some hidden gems. Find out how to participate in this valuable service. If possible, log into your BullsEye on-line Career Services account at www.ub-careers.buffalo.edu, prior to attending.
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Can’t Make these Workshops?
See a complete list of Spring ‘09 Career Services - Life & Learning Workshops at: www.workshops.buffalo.edu.
Search for a Job or Internship at: www.ub-careers.buffalo.edu/stufind.php.
Find a Mentor: www.student-affairs.buffalo.edu/career/stumentor.php.
Explore Majors and Careers: www.student-affairs.buffalo.edu/career/stuexplore.php
Upcoming Events: www.student-affairs.buffalo.edu/career/calendar.php.
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For more information contact UB’s Career Services at: 716-645-2231, go to 259 Capen Hall or visit www.student-affairs.buffalo.edu/career/index.php.
Posted January 20, 2009 in General
The office of New Student Programs is looking for students to work with new freshmen, transfer students, and parents this summer.
If you are motivated and excited about UB and would enjoy welcoming new students and their families to the UB community, then don’t miss this opportunity! Learn how you can play an integral role by serving as a mentor and sharing your personal experiences as a successful student.
Interested to Join the Parent Orientation Team this Summer?
Responsibilities Include
* Help implement eight, two-day Freshman Parent Orientation conferences and six, one-day Transfer Parent Orientation sessions
* Speak with parents in small- and large-group settings
* Interact with UB staff and faculty
Benefits
* Friendly, cohesive work environment and a great summer experience
* Lasting relationships with UB students, staff and faculty
* Enhanced communication and leadership skills
* Résumé development
* Can take summer classes and/or have a part-time job when not working for Parent Orientation
* Do not have to live in the residence halls
Qualifications
* Undergraduate student at UB: currently and for the fall 2009 semester
* Successful completion of at least 12 credit hours with a minimum 2.5 grade point average
* Good academic and disciplinary standing
* Strong communication and organizational skills
* Ability to problem solve
* Energy, enthusiasm and pride in UB
* Must have summer housing in Buffalo
For more details about becoming an Orientation Aide, including joining the Parent Orientation Team contact: New Student Programs or visit http://www.student-affairs.buffalo.edu/nsp/experience.php.
Undecided on a major? Confused about the degree programs that UB offers? Thinking about changing your major? Looking to add another major or minor that compliments your current program? No clue where to find answers to your academic questions? If you answer yes to any of these questions you should consider joining READY @ UB! READY @ UB is an in-person discussion group and an online Facebook community for students who are exploring academic options. This group provides a unique opportunity for undergraduate students to engage in conversations with other UB students who are undecided or confused about majors and degree programs at UB. READY @ UB is sponsored by Student Advising Services (SAS) and officially sanctioned by the University at Buffalo. The Facebook and discussion groups are led by Caitlin Haskell and Jillian Reading, SAS Graduate Assistants.
Are you on Facebook? READY @ UB is! Join the group page and start exploring your academic options. This page is utilized in addition to the meetings, and is great for students who cannot attend the in-person discussions due to other time commitments. Check out the Facebook Group Page by logging into Facebook and searching for “READY @ UB.”
If you haven’t joined READY @ UB yet, now is the time to get involved!
Questions?
Contact: Caitlin Haskell and Jillian Reading
Location: 107B Norton Hall
Phone: 716.645.6484
E-mail: sas-peer@buffalo.edu
Web: http://sas.buffalo.edu/ready
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.
Proficiency Exam Test Dates:
Friday, January 30, 2009 - 4:45 - 6:50 PM, Room 322 Clemens Hall
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Friday, February 13, 2009 - 4:45 – 6:50 PM, Room 322 Clemens Hall
*For more information on these tests and to register contact Romance Languages and Literatures.
There are still seats available in the Discovery Seminar Program this spring!
Discovery Seminars are open to all undergraduate students, but if you are a freshman or sophomore and you want to explore an exciting topic in a small group environment with a UB faculty member then UE 141 - the Discovery Seminar Program is for you!
For Spring 2009 there are a variety of seminars being offered and the many BENEFITS include:
- Be able to explore possible majors or areas of interest;
- Broaden your academic horizons;
- Engage more closely with faculty;
- Be exposed to new or unfamiliar fields of study and research; and
- Add an additional credit hour to your record in order to qualify for Dean’s List (15 credit hours per semester) or full-time status (12 credit hours per semester).
Spring 2009 topics include:
- Studies in Gothic Imagination
- Ecosystem Restoration in the Lower Great Lakes
- Animals in our Past and Present
- Globalization, Democracy, and Gender
- Scientific Methods: Science, Technology, and Human Values
- The Intelligent Design Controversy
- Solving Crimes Using Referent Tracking . . . and more!
For more information, including a complete list of all spring semester’s topics, visit the Discovery Seminar Program.
To participate, simply register for the appropriate section of UE 141 when you register for your courses. You can find these seminars in the Class Schedule under “Undergraduate Education.”
Be reminded, that students can take a maximum of 6 credits of UE 141 credits toward graduation.
UB’s Graduate School of Education is having a number of information sessions EARLY this semester. Consider attending a session if you are interested in the following:
Mental Health Counseling
Wed, 1/14/09, 6pm, 425 Baldy Hall
Sat, 1/17/09, 1pm, 415 Baldy Hall
School Counseling
Wed, 1/14/09, 4pm, 425 Baldy Hall
Teacher Education
Thurs, 1/15/09, 3pm, 218 Baldy Hall
General - All Programs
Thurs, 1/22/09, 5pm, 218 Baldy Hall
Library Science
Mon, 2/9/09, 5pm, 553 Baldy Hall
If you are unable to attend an information session, contact Sarah Watson, Admissions Advisor.
Please note that deadlines for Fall 2009 are fast approaching (many are February 1st) and online applications are being accepted.
Questions?
Contact: Sarah Watson, Admissions Advisor
Location: 366 Baldy Hall
Phone: 716.645.2110 x1254
E-mail: sjwatson@buffalo.edu
Web: http://www.gse.buffalo.edu/
For those of you who are new to UB and as a reminder to those of you who are returning, welcome to UB and the Be Advised weblog! Important academic information critical to students’ success will be posted year round so be sure that you visit us frequently and that you stay informed.
If you have questions, comments or suggestions regarding the Be Advised weblog, feel free to contact Student Advising Services at sas-advisor@buffalo.edu.
Mark your calendars for these very important Spring 2009 semester dates.
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• Sunday, January 11, 2009 - Last day for “new” students to register for Spring 2009 classes without a $40 administrative fee.
• Monday, January 12, 2009 - UB spring classes begin.
• Friday, January 16, 2009 - LAST day to drop a Spring 2009 course without financial liability.
• Monday, January 19, 2009 – Martin Luther King, Jr. Holiday. UB is closed.
• Friday, January 23, 2009 - LAST day (by 11 pm) to drop/add a Spring 2009 course. Resigning with a grade of “R” begins Saturday, January 24, 2009.
• Monday, January 26, 2009 – Tentative date Summer 2009 class schedule will be available on the web.
• Monday, March 9 - Sunday, March 15, 2009 - Spring Recess.
• Monday, March, 16, 2009 - Classes resume.
• Friday, March 27, 2009 - LAST day (by 11 pm) for ALL UB students to resign a Spring 2009 semester course(s) with a grade of “R”.
• Monday, April 27, 2009 – Last day of Spring 2009 classes.
• Thursday, April 30 - Thursday, May 7, 2009 – Final Exams week.
• Monday, May 18, 2009 - Spring 2009 grades available on transcripts.
Learn more about other Student Calendar Listings of important academic, financial, and billing date information. Also, for a list of academic and other workshops offered this spring semester, be sure and consult the Life and Learning Workshops program.
