If you are taking a UB course(s) this summer 2009, be sure that you know all of the Summer 2009 Registration, Add, Drop, and Resign Dates.
Looking for More Information on UB Summer Registration?
Visit the Student Response Center’s Summer 2009 Registration page and be sure to contact an Academic Advisor to help you.
Good luck with your summer classes!
Monday, April 27, 2009 - Last day of Spring 2009 classes. While spring semester classes are ending, remember that Academic Advisors are available throughout the summer months to assist you.
Friday, May 1 - Thursday, May 7, 2009 - Final Exams week. Be sure that you have logged on to MyUB and viewed your Final Exam Schedule. Also, consult with your instructors for any updated information regarding your exams. If you have procedural questions regarding the Final Exam Schedule or if you have an Exam Conflict, consult the Student Response Center for more information. If you are looking for helpful study and test-taking tips, be sure to visit Study Guides and Strategies for information on preparing for exams, taking tests and so much more!
Monday, May 18, 2009 - Spring 2009 grades available on UB transcripts. Also, UB Summer Sessions J, L, A, and I begin. If you are taking a UB summer course, be sure that you know all of the Add, Drop, and Resign Dates for UB Summer 2009 Registration.
Monday, May 25, 2009 - Memorial Day. UB is closed. BIRD and online services not available.
Saturday, July 4, 2009 - Independence Day. UB is closed. BIRD and online services not available.
Friday, July 24, 2009 - Last day for continuing students to register for Fall 2009 courses without a $40 late processing fee and a late payment fee.
Saturday, August, 1, 2009 - Fall registration for non-matriculated students begins.
Monday, August 17, 2009 - Summer 2009 grades available on UB transcripts.
Sunday, August 30, 2009 - Last day for all “new” students to register for fall classes without a $40 administrative fee.
Monday, August 31, 2009 - Fall 2009 classes begin.
Learn more about other student calendar listings of important academic, financial, and billing date information!
Remember to use the summertime for more than just a vacation! Often what students do in the summer provides excellent insight into their personality. Plan to do new and interesting things, such as taking additional coursework, gaining experience by shadowing, volunteering or interning, studying abroad or giving back to your community.
TAKE ADVANTAGE OF A NUMBER OF VALUABLE RESOURCES AVAILABLE THIS SUMMER AT UB
STAY INFORMED THROUGHOUT THE SUMMER MONTHS!
If you are NOT returning to UB this Fall 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.
Upon consulting with an Advisor, h/she will check to see if you qualify for an Undergraduate Leave of Absence. Note: Spring 2009 grades will be posted on Monday, May 18, 2009 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, you will be instructed to fill out the Not Returning to UB Form.
ALL STUDENTS who will not be returning to UB in the fall 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!
Be sure you register for UB’s Methods of Inquiry (GSE 155) course this coming fall semester! GSE 155 is an excellent class about how to approach learning and thinking. Don’t miss this opportunity to take an extremely informative course that will help you approach your studies and improve your grades!
As final exams are approaching, the Methods of Inquiry course asserts that successful students recommend 3 study techniques when preparing for exams. Remember to begin your test preparation early and be sure to utilize these successful techniques and tips.
1. Generate Questions – Turn information that you have to learn from lecture notes, readings, supplementary assignments, and previous tests and quizzes into questions that you need to answer. If you can’t generate questions, you most likely don’t understand the material.
2. Concept Mapping – Take the information that you need to learn and put it into a picture format instead of simply reading the material. You want to be able to SEE the whole picture, how it all fits together, and not see things as random.
3. Create Mock Exams – You need to predict the questions the teacher is trying to ask you. You therefore want to use test preparation that will allow you to practice the kind of questions that you will see on the test.
Ideas for creating Mock Exams:
Source: Ahuna, Kelly H. and Tinnesz, Christine G. (2003). Methods of Inquiry: Applied Critical Thinking. Dubuque, IA: Kendall/Hunt Publishing Company.
Are you interested in exploring careers that deal with the environment? Industries such as energy, recycling, conservation, ecology and environmental education offer a variety of career and internship opportunities for students of ALL MAJORS. This panel discussion will feature professionals working in these fields and will help you learn how to prepare now for your future.
Green Careers Panel Discussion
Date: Monday, April 20, 2009 Time: 5:30pm-6:30pm
Location: 145 A Student Union
Panelists include:
Mark Casell - CEM, LEED-AP, Manager, Green Building Services, Ecology and Environment, Inc.
David S. Denk - Deputy Regional Permit Administrator with the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation
Andrew McLellan - President, Environmental Education Associates
Brian Smith - Program Director for Citizens Campaign for the Environment in Buffalo
Tiffany Vanderwerf - Curator of Education, Buffalo Zoo
TBA – Solar Liberty
Walk-ins are welcome or register at: workshops.buffalo.edu.
Can’t make it to this workshop but interested in Green Careers?
1. Go to www.ub-careers.buffalo.edu/green.php.
2. Make an appointment with Ed Brodka, a UB Career Counselor or any other Counselor by calling 716-645-2231.
3. Stop by the UB Career Services Brent D. Arcangel Career Library (259 Capen Hall) to see new books about Green Careers.
4. Network with professionals in industries such as energy, recycling, conservation, ecology and environmental education by attending these upcoming local Green Career Events:
For more information on any of the following contact: RJ Multari, Director of Advisement, UB School of Architecture and Planning, 829-3484 or ap-advising@buffalo.edu.
Spring 2009 FINAL EXAMS are just around the corner! Are you prepared? Be sure that you have consulted the Final Exam Schedule and you have spoken with your instructors for any updated information regarding your exams.
HAVE A FINAL EXAM CONFLICT?
According to UB’s Student Response Center, if you observe that you are scheduled for TWO exams during the same examination period or you have THREE exams scheduled on one day, then you have an “EXAM CONFLICT.”
Contact the instructors of the courses and explain the conflict in exams. Usually, one instructor will be able to schedule an alternate time for you to take his/her exam. If you are unable to arrange the re-scheduling of your examination with faculty, then contact the appropriate Dean’s Office for assistance.
If your final exam is assigned to more than one classroom, contact the instructor during the last week of classes to determine to which room you are to report for the exam.
GOOD LUCK WITH YOUR FINAL EXAMS!
