Study Break from Finals

Posted by Tim on December 11, 2023 in Honors Student Council

Call for Proposals by January 22, 2024

Posted by Tim on December 4, 2023 in Academics

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSendiNEx3zwpjm7W3wM-3_cP1jIcKQhdZXYPVSs9goiS9ziqw/viewform

The Division of Behavioral Medicine is looking for research assistants (for research credits) in the Spring 2024 semester. 

Posted by Tim on November 21, 2023 in Academics

The Division of Behavioral Medicine is looking for 4-6 highly motivated undergraduates to work as research assistants (for research credits) in the Spring 2024 semester.

We have several exciting projects that are looking for students to help with laboratory experiments. Projects include:

Food insecurity-Obesity Paradox is a project that looks at the underlying psychological (i.e. delay discounting, behavioral demand for food, stress) and biological (i.e. thermic effect of food and substrate oxidation) mechanisms that explains the relationship between food insecurity and obesity in first generation college students. This project will also explore at the correlation between food insecurity and academic performances in first generation college students. Students working on this project would help with recruitment, scheduling and data collection with first generation college students. Students are also expected to attend weekly research meetings.

EFT and Meal Planning on Food Insecurity is an experimental research study that looks at how Episodic Future Thinking (EFT) can improve delay discounting and meal planning can improve unpredictability of meals that can combinedly lower food insecurity in low-income families. Students working on this project would help with recruitment, scheduling and data collection with low income families including parents and children.

We are looking for individuals with the following qualifications:  Organized and detail oriented, highly motivated, independent, strong GPA, good communication skills, ability to interact with college students, families and the ability to solve problems independently. Students will be asked to do a variety of tasks including prepping materials, recruiting college students and families for studies, entering data (excel) and there is a possibility of working with college students and families to collect data. Students will gain the skills to help run an independent study, working effectively in a research environment.

To apply: please send your resume and the attached questionnaire to dbmstudentapply@gmail.com. We are hoping to quickly fill our positions and will interview students on a first come, first served basis.

WNY Prosperity Fellowship Program

Posted by Tim on November 13, 2023 in Uncategorized

Calling All Disciplines

Posted by Tim on November 10, 2023 in Uncategorized

SUNY Chancellor Award for Student Excellence Self Nomination Process Deadline is December 1st

Posted by Tim on November 6, 2023 in Uncategorized

Narcan Training/Overdose Prevention On-campus

Posted by Tim on November 6, 2023 in Event, Workshops

NARCAN Training/Overdose Prevention

When: Thursday, November 9, 2023 at 6-8 pm

Where: SU 106/201

UB Rotaract, in conjunction with The Erie County Department of Health, is providing a FREE Narcan training and harm reduction event. This event is open to all and any interested students who want to learn about Narcan and how to reverse an opioid overdose. NARCAN is a nasal spray medication that treats narcotic overdoses. You will be given free Narcan and a completion certificate! 

Fill out this form to register:

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeQITIb_fmT68NzjPwxXT2HztWap_HiI6EN_RJsM6Bi7QaKfQ/viewform?vc=0&c=0&w=1&flr=0

Volunteers Needed at Seneca Babcock Community Center

Posted by Tim on October 16, 2023 in Event, Volunteering, Volunteers Needed

Seneca Babcock Community center hosts a costume drive for kids in the Seneca Babcock community. Volunteers are needed for the event on October 25, 2023 from 5:30-8:30pm. Additionally, if anyone is willing to donate costumes, a wishlist on amazon can be found here:

https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/1OUBT0J0KALY8?ref_=wl_share

If interested in available to volunteer, please contact MaryAnne McMahon and her contact information is (716) 860-8038 and Maryanne236@hotmail.com or Honors scholar Mia Mychajliw: miamycha@buffalo.edu

Alternative Break Opportunities to Toronto, Washington, D.C., Buffalo and Philadelphia

Posted by Tim on October 9, 2023 in Community Announcements, Honors Experiences, Volunteering, Volunteers Needed

• Winter Break – Healthcare Reform, Toronto, Canada (January 15 – 22, 2024)
  • Canada and the United States have taken distinct paths in healthcare reform. Canada has embraced a publicly funded, single-payer system, while the US employs a mixed system with a blend of private and public elements. Join this team to learn about healthcare systems in the US and Canada and volunteer with various non-profit organizations that provide support and resources to reduce health inequity in Canada.

• Spring Break – Civic Engagement, Washington, D.C. (March 17- 23, 2024)
  • On this alternative break trip, students will explore how they can be and what it means to be more civically engaged. Participants will learn about critical challenges facing our nation, interact with community leaders, and perform short-term projects with community agencies that work to enact positive social change. Join this team to develop the skills and connections necessary to become lifelong active citizens.

• Spring Break – LGBTQIA+ Rights, Buffalo, NY (March 18 – 22, 2024) *Free*
  • The LGBTQIA+ rights movement in the USA has encountered numerous challenges in its quest for fundamental human rights. Transgender and non-binary individuals, especially those from marginalized communities, still experience higher levels of violence and bias. During this trip, participants will gain insight into the inequalities faced by LGBTQIA+ community members, and explore how legal changes, extensive education, cultural transformation, and advocacy, contribute to a global environment where every individual is treated equitably.

• Spring Break – Criminal Justice Reform, Philadelphia, PA (March 17- 23, 2024)
  • The United States has the highest prison and jail population and the highest incarceration rate in the world. Participants on this trip will learn about the U.S. criminal justice system and areas in need of reform within the system. Team members will volunteer with and learn from community organizations in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, and learn about disability rights, voting rights, and reentry, as well as racial, gender, and socio-economic disparities within the justice system. 

We would love to have this shared with any students that you feel might be interested in attending this immersive experience. We are currently accepting applications and student can apply on UBLinked here: https://buffalo.campuslabs.com/engage/submitter/form/start/602219

Destination Discovery: Major and Career Exploration Night Open to All Majors

Posted by Tim on October 4, 2023 in Academics, Career Oportunities, Event, Networking, Workshops

Destination Discovery: Major and Career Exploration

EPAC and Career Design Center

Thursday, October 19^th

4:00-6:00pm

Student Union- Second Floor

Interested in exploring Majors at UB? Or connecting with UB Alumni to learn more about what you can do with your major? Come mingle through our career connection stations and talk to all the UB advising units regarding your major of choice. The event will start at 4:00pm with a welcome in the SU Theater.

Please register using the following link. Open to all UB students.

https://buffalo.joinhandshake.com/stu/events/1390953

Please contact Noelle Matthews- noellehi@buffalo.edu with any questions.