From the Center for Student Leadership and Community Engagement:
REALM, a one-day leadership-mentoring program, scheduled for Wednesday, October 14th, will help broaden your leadership perspective and knowledge of the skills needed to succeed. Students who are accepted into the program will be matched with a successful local business, non-profit or government leader to learn about leadership in the real world. Deadline to apply for the Fall 2009 REALM program is Friday, September 18th.
The 2009-2010 Distinguished Speakers Series line-up has been announced!
If you attended orientation this summer, you should have received a copy of Steve Lopezs’ book The Soloist as part of the UBReads Program. Mr. Lopez is part of this years Speaker Series and will provide students, faculty, and staff a fantastic opportunity to discuss his work.
Students have the opportunity to obtain free tickets so watch the Spectrum in the fall for distribution dates.
If you are wondering what major may be right for you or how you can go about making your major choice, then be sure you read the article, Choosing a College Major is Nothing to Take Lightly. It’s a Major Undertaking, by Mark Rowh of Career World. The article provides an overview of factors you might want to consider in making this important decision.
While it is normal to be undecided about a major (especially if you are just entering college) it is important to gather as much information as possible and to know you still have room to change. Don’t miss reading Rowh’s insightful and encouraging article on choosing a college major and remember to use the following additional UB resources to assist you:
Are you undecided or confused about majors? Do you want to explore careers and network with University at Buffalo alumni? If so, please mark your calendars and plan to attend:
The 2009 Majors and Careers Night
Thursday October 22, 2009
5-7 PM
Student Union Lobby and Social Hall (Flag Room)
An event for freshmen, sophomores, and juniors who want to explore how UB's academic choices relate to future career plans.
Meet with advisors from 80+ academic majors and UB Alumni in a variety of professions. Join us for food, prizes, and great networking opportunities with UB faculty, staff, and alumni!
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
- UBThisSummer - Offers a variety of experiences, including an opportunity to take UB Summer Courses as well as to partake in the internationally-recognized faculty Summer Lecture Series. Visit UBThisSummer for more information.
- Explore Study Abroad - Study Abroad provides the opportunity to experience people, places and cultures that will enhance your education as well as enrich your life. SUNY offers approximately 400 study abroad options. Possibilities also exist to study abroad through a private school’s program, but SUNY programs are a first rate educational experience where students pay SUNY tuition!
- Career Services - Utilize Career Services and gain valuable information regarding exploring careers, jobs, internships and so much more! In terms of career advice and networking, utilize the Meet-A-Mentor Program for job shadowing experiences, job and internship search help, inspiration, and more!
STAY INFORMED THROUGHOUT THE SUMMER MONTHS!
- Students are urged to check their UB e-mail accounts regularly, including throughout the summer months. Important academic and financial communications, Be Advised web log updates, and other details that affect students’ statuses are communicated year-round. Be sure that you check your UB e-mail and that you stay informed!
- Be sure you are up-to-date on all student calendar listings of important UB academic, financial, and billing date information.
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:
- The Buffalo Niagara Green Expo - Saturday, May 9th, 10 am to 4 pm - Main Place Mall in downtown Buffalo - http://www4.bfn.org/wnysea/expo.html. Checkout business and organizations with green products, services, ideas or concepts. Bring 20 copies of your resume.
- Solar 2009 American Solar Energy Conference - May 12-16th - Buffalo Niagara Convention Center - Convention Center Plaza (153 Franklin Street) - http://www.ases.org/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=479&Itemid=45. SOLAR 2009 is America’s leading conference on the emerging trends, technology, and opportunities in the new energy economy. Public Day Event Option - Public Events take place beginning at 4pm on Friday, May 15 and continuing through Saturday, May 16. Events will include a General Session on Friday and presentations by exhibitors and local environmental organizations, educational activities on Saturday, and a ticket to the Renewable Energy Products and Services Exhibit Hall. Your Exhibit Hall and Public Events ticket will admit you to the Exhibit Hall during any open hours - Thursday - Saturday, 10 am to 5 pm, to the general session beginning at 4 pm on Friday, May 15 and to any dealer/installer trainings that do not require separate registration. If you register on line before the event, admission will be $5 per person, with free admission for children 18 and under accompanied by an adult. The on-site admission fee will be $10 per person.
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.
Take advantage of the Cora P. Maloney College Public Service Internship Program today!
Professional staff in Cora P. Maloney College work with students to identify their needs and to identify the skills and knowledge they would like to develop. They additionally will help students utilize a number of resources to find the perfect fit. This is an opportunity for students to gain direct exposure to and practical experience from a diverse range of public, private, government or community service agencies and businesses locally, nationally and internationally in an effort to improve the community we live in.
The following organizations are currently looking for interns for the Summer and/or Fall 2009 semesters (this is only a sample):
- Senator Antoine Thompson’s District Office: Office Interns, including shadowing Senator to events
- Buffalo Niagara Riverkeeper: Multiple positions, including communications, EcoTeam and Riverwatch
- Basil Resale Center—Sheridan Drive: Marketing and PR
- Associates Interactive: Assistant Web Developer
- Northwestern Mutual Financial Network: Finance Intern
- International Institute of Buffalo, Inc.: Multiple positions
- Fisher Price: Multiple positions
For more information and assistance with your internship search contact the Public Service Internship Program by calling 716.645.5593, stopping by 255 Capen Hall or you may e-mail Cathleen M. Morreale, Program Coordinator at cwalther@buffalo.edu.
For Additional Resources/Assistance:
Be sure that you check out a Discovery Seminar TODAY!
While Discovery Seminars are open to all undergraduate students, 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 Fall 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).
Check out the following exciting Fall 2009 TOPICS:
*Stereotypes, Emotions & Quality of Life
*History of the Human Experience
*Pirates!
*Lawyers in Movies
*Electronic Portfilios
*America’s Amusement Parks—Historical & Cultural Messages
*Introduction to Birdwatching
*New Product Innovations
*Teachings of the Ancients: Vintage Truth Meets Modern Life
*Global Warming—Fact or Myth?
*Solving Crimes through Referent Tracking
*The Biology of Gender
*Epidemiology: What is it and who does it?
*Through the Storm, Grief, Loss and Coping
For more information, including a complete list of all fall 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 Academic Services.”
Be reminded, that students can take a maximum of 6 credits of UE 141 credits toward graduation.
Student Advising Services is offering several Student Success Workshops over the next few weeks to help YOU! Be sure you take advantage of one (or more) of these important workshops offered this spring 2009 semester.
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Financial “Cents” for College Students
Do you know about the practical realities of managing money? Consider coming to this workshop to learn about the important facts about money (everything from buying a car to credit cards) you may not know. Find out about simple strategies you can be using now in your daily life to help you reach those goals you have for your future. This workshop, developed in part from the NY Times bestselling book The Millionaire Next Door and various articles written by financial planners, will provide you with information about money and may challenge the ideas you have about individuals you think are “wealthy.”
Wednesday, 3/18/09, 12 - 12:50 pm, Room 330 Student Union
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Winning Through Connecting
This workshop will help first year students enhance their chances of success by connecting them with key people and places on campus. Students will become aware of how to: establish working relationships with faculty/staff; access on campus employment; identify tutorial resources and connect with peers.
Thursday, 3/19/09, 1-1:50 pm, Room 111 Norton Hall
OR
Friday, 3/20/09, 3-3:50 pm, Room 111 Norton Hall
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“MAJOR” Decisions: Choosing an Academic Program that’s Right for You
Are you feeling undecided about a major or thinking of changing your major? Do you want to learn common myths and realities that often shape students’ decisions when choosing a major? Do you think that once you choose a major you’re locked into a specific career for life? Come and gain valuable tips on navigating the choosing a major process and discover the information you need to make good choices regarding majors, minors, and other academic opportunities at UB?
Wednesday, 3/25/09, 4-5 pm, Room 145A Student Union
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Looking to attend other workshops this spring 2009 semester? Be sure and consult the complete list of workshops offered through the Life and Learning Workshops program.
If you would like to gain experience and want to make some money - here’s your chance to interact with employers seeking summer help at campus, not-for-profits, in restaurants/hospitality, retail and more!
Don’t Miss . . . The Summer Jobs Fair!
Date: March 18, 2009
Time: 11:30 am - 1:30 pm
Location: Student Union Lobby
For more information contact: UB’s Career Services - 259 Capen Hall, 716-645-2231, http://www.student-affairs.buffalo.edu/career/summer.php.
UB’s Career Services has a number of other events and services to help you this semester. Contact their office TODAY!
