University Honors College - The Honorable mention
Tuesday
09/20/22

Take a tour of the GRoW Clean Energy Center!

Posted by Tim on September 20, 2022 in Event, Student experience, Uncategorized

Take a tour of the GRoW Clean Energy Center, and learn the story and stats behind the award-winning, energy-positive building designed and built by UB students!

Come visit the center Vice President Kamala Harris spoke so highly of! After visiting GRoW on 9/14 she said how “the work that is being done here is very exciting and really a model for our country. When we chose to invest in the natural talent and invest in our future through young leaders, what we will be able to accomplish in terms of getting in front of the challenges we need to face, but also leading as a nation.”

Tours will be led by Martha Bohm, Assoc Prof in the Department of Architecture Honors College Fellow, and faculty lead on the GRoW Home project. They will begin at their assigned time at the GRoW home directly across the Center for Tomorrow (walkable from Capen Hall, near the Maple Road entrance to campus)


This event will be held SATURDAY, Oct 8th at 1:30pm or 2:30pm

Link to register for the 1:30pm tour: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfzI7Du3_viczfsmr84XEYedUJ32d1-aJK1TTBHKLzmM6Ctrg/viewform?usp=sf_link

Link to register for the 2:30pm tour: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfKv-TG8Z-pPDL07tNOMS-m8eMbysjwqdLsBJIRkWekNHVvkg/viewform?usp=sf_link

*Students who RSVP for this event will be sent the location details the evening prior to their tour *

Monday
09/19/22

Fall 2022 TASS Drop In Tutoring

Posted by Tim on September 19, 2022 in Tutoring

TASS DROP-IN TUTORING
SUNDAYS
7PM-10PM
JONES Center,
Governors
Complex
BIO-200, CHE-101, CHE-102, CHE-105, CHE-251, CHE-252

Blake Center, 167
Ellicott
Complex
CHE-101, CHE-102, MTH-141, MTH-142, MTH-241, PHY-107, PHY-108, PHY-208
ES-207

MONDAYS
(7PM-10PM)
TUESDAYS
(7PM-10PM)
WEDNESDAYS
(7PM-10PM)
THURSDAYS
(7PM-10PM)
BLAKE
(ELLICOTT)
CHE101, CHE102, CPHY101, CHE-203, CHE-251, PHY102,
MTH-141, MTH-142, MTH-241, MTH-306,
BIO200, STA-119
BIO-200, CHE-101, CHE-102, MTH-141, MTH-142, MTH-241, MTH-306, PHY-101, PHY-102
ES-207
BIO-200, CHE-101, CHE-102, MTH-141, MTH-142, MTH-241, MTH-306, PHY-107, PHY-108, PHY-208,
ES-207
CHE-101, CHE-102, CHE-105, CHE-251, CHE-252, PHY-1-7, PHY-108, PHY-208, STA-119

NEED HELP AT OTHER TIMES, OR FOR OTHER COURSES?
Make an appointment! Tutoring appointments are available both in-person or online at the TASS center in Capen Hall.
Visit Navigate or MYUB to make one today!
Try STAR-NY! Try this additional online tutoring resource. Offered 7pm-12am Sunday through Thursday and offers a wider range of subjects from tutors across the SUNY system. Visit starny.org/tutoring schedule to see what is offered and to access tutoring.
VISIT OUR WEBSITE FOR MORE INFORMATION AT buffalo.edu/studentsuccess/tutoring.html
QUESTIONS? asktutoring@buffalo.edu

Monday
09/19/22

TASS Fall 2022 Success Workshops

Posted by Tim on September 19, 2022 in Tutoring, Workshops

Connecting with Professors
Presented by: Dr. DeMarree, Psychology & Dr. Burke, School of Engineering
Thursday, September 15th 5pm
Stop by the TASS center to learn how to effectively communicate with your instructors. They will also discuss the benefits of office hours and more!!
Midterm Madness
Thursday, October 13rd 12-4pm
Stop by the TASS center to pick up your inspirational quote, a highlighter to help you get through your finals. We will also have some study tips available.
Giving your Education a Financial Workout
Presented by: TBA
Thursday, October 20th 5pm
Learn about other opportunities at UB (loans, fellowships, scholarships, grants, and more!!)
Mental Health and Self Care
Presented by: UB Health Promotions
Thursday, November 17th 5pm
Take some time to step back and mentally reset before finals. Learn successful strategies for self-care!
Finals Stretch
Wednesday December 7th 12-4pm
Stop by the TASS center to pick up some post-it notes and your five-day study plan. We will also have some tips to help you to finish off the semester strong.
TASS Fall 2022 Workshops/Event

Location: 130 Capen Hall, North Campus
Phone: 716-645-6693
TASS Email: asktutoring@buffalo.edu
Website: https://www.buffalo.edu/studentsuccess/tutoring.html
First Generation Email: firstgeneration@buffalo.edu
Website: https://www.buffalo.edu/studentsuccess/succeed/firstgen.html

Friday
09/16/22

Fellowships and Scholarships for STEM Majors

Posted by Tim on September 16, 2022 in Fellowships, Scholarship Opportunities

Fellowships and Scholarships Roundup: STEM Edition
Undergraduate Opportunities
Barry M. Goldwater Scholarship What: This scholarship is for students who have outstanding potential and intend to pursue advanced degrees in mathematics, the natural sciences and engineering.
Who: Sophomores and juniors planning to pursue a PhD in STEM, have research experience, and a 3.0 or higher GPA. Students must be a U.S. citizen, national or permanent resident. 
Deadline: November Learn more about the Barry M. Goldwater Scholarship.
The Udall Undergraduate Scholarship What: This scholarship is for students who intend to become leaders in environment-related fields, including policy, engineering, science, education, urban planning and renewal, business, health, justice and economics. The foundation also seeks future Native American and Alaskan Native leaders in public and community health care, tribal government and public policy affecting Native American communities.
Who: Full-time sophomore or junior with at least a 3.0 GPA and is involved in an area of study related to the Udall Scholarship. Deadline: December
Learn more about the Udall Undergraduate Scholarship.
Open to Undergraduates and Graduates
National Science Foundation Graduate Research Fellowship Program (NSF GRFP) What: Three-year fellowships for graduate study in mathematical, physical, biological, engineering and behavioral and social sciences, including the history of science.
Who: Graduating seniors or students in their first or second year of graduate school. Applicants must also have a high GPA and past research experience. 
Deadline: October Learn more about NSF GRFP.
Other STEM Funding Opportunities

Department of Energy Computational Science Graduate Fellow

Hertz Foundation

NASA Space Technology Graduate Research Opportunities

National Defense Science and Engineering Graduate Fellowships

Science, Mathematics and Research for Transformation (SMART) Scholarship for Service Program

Friday
09/16/22

Tour the UB GRoW Clean Energy Center on North Campus October 8th

Posted by Tim on September 16, 2022 in Community Announcements, Event

Take a tour of the GRow Clean Energy Center, and learn the story and stats behind the awardwinning,
energy-positive building designed and built by UB students!

Come visit the center Vice President Kamala Harris spoke so highly of! After visiting GRoW on September 14, she said “the work
that is being done here is very exciting and really a model for our country. When we chose to
invest in the natural talent and invest in our future through young leaders, what we will be able
to accomplish in terms of getting in front of the challenges we need to face, but also leading as a
nation.”
Tours will be led by Martha Bohm, Assoc Prof in the Department of Architecture, Honors College Faculty Fellow and faculty
lead on the GRoW Home project. Tours will be led SATURDAY, Oct 8th at 1:30pm or 2:30pm. Meet at the GRoW home located across from the Center for Tomorrow near the Maple Road entrance to campus.

Please sign up in advance:

RSVP for 1:30pm tour on October 8th: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfzI7Du3_viczfsmr84XEYedUJ32d1-aJK1TTBHKLzmM6Ctrg/viewform?usp=sf_link

RSVP for 2:30pm tour on October 8th: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfKv-TG8Z-pPDL07tNOMS-m8eMbysjwqdLsBJIRkWekNHVvkg/viewform?usp=sf_link

Friday
09/16/22

Honors College Undergraduate Research Workshop September 21st and September 22nd

Posted by Tim on September 16, 2022 in Academics, Honors Experiences, Research Information and Opportunities, Summer Research, Workshops

Interested in working on a research or creative project? Come learn about
undergraduate level research and creative opportunities at UB.
Mentored research or creative projects WILL EARN you Honors Experience
Credits and add to your resume and knowledge base no matter your major or
academic program. Research is for all majors.
Workshop will cover:
-HOW TO FIND A PROJECT or OPPORTUNITY
-How to turn your work into HONORS EXPERIENCE CREDITS
-DISCUSS FUNDING $$
-Honors College Research and Creativity fund application overview and
deadlines
-ELN Research work and conference funding application overview and
deadlines
Join UB Honors and UB’s Experiential Learning Network (ELN)
on either Wednesday September 21st, 1-2pm in 128 Capen Hall or
Thursday September 22nd, 2-3pm in128 Capen Hall

Monday
09/12/22

UB Alternative Spring Break Opportunities Information Session Monday, September 19

Posted by Tim on September 12, 2022 in Community Announcements, Event, Honors Experiences, Workshops

Interested in social justice? Leadership development? Immersive experiences? Earning Honors Experience credits?

Come meet Rachel DiDomizio, and Honors alumna and currently Assistant Director of Community & Civic Engagement at UB. Rachel will be giving a presentation to the Honors College about Alternative Break Programs, including:

·         Poverty Alleviation – Toronto, Canada

  • Refugee Resettlement – Buffalo, NY
  • Civic Engagement – Buffalo, NY
  • Criminal Justice Reform – Philadelphia, PA

When: Monday September 19, 2022 @ 1:00 PM

Where: Capen 107

Bring your friends!

Monday
09/12/22

What’s Trending This Fall in the Career Design Center…Resume support, Internship Fairs and More!

Posted by Tim on September 12, 2022 in Career Oportunities, Internships, Job Opportunity, Networking, Workshops

What’s Trending this FALL

Start marking your calendars. Here’s your fall lineup of all our upcoming events from the Career Design Center.

Pop-ups – Keep an eye out ? for the blue and white tricycle around campus.

? Resumade Pop-up | September 13 | Student Union Lobby
? Live + Work, Buffalo | September 22 | Student Union Lobby⁠
? Live + Work, California | November 1 | Student Union Lobby⁠

Career Building Skillshops – Start building top skills that employers want in today’s job market. Here are some of our most popular skillshops.

>>See all upcoming skillshops

+PLUS: STEAM Job + Internship Fair | October 4 – 5, 11am – 3 p.m.

GloBULL Navigation – Introducing a weekly session that helps international students navigate every step in the American job or internship search.

Here are our top picks to help you throughout the semester.

  • Career Communities. We know figuring out what you want to do with your life can be overwhelming. So we’ve created a less stressful way to design what’s next for you. Check out Career Communities.
  • In Career Design Studio, you’ll find inspiration, resources and tools all together to help you design your life after college. It doesn’t matter where you are in the design process, there’s likely a collection that’s right for you.
  • See Who’s Hiring. Use the filters in Bullseye powered by Handshake to search for internships, on-campus, part-time and full-time jobs. 80% of students who complete their profiles get messaged by employers that want to hire them.
  • Virtual Vic.Vic is your virtual assistant who can guide and answer your questions 24/7 about designing your career and life.
  • 24/7 instant resume + LinkedIn profile review.With VMock, get personalized feedback on your resume and LinkedIn profile using algorithms to help maximize your resume and profile in 15-seconds or less.
  • Talk to a Career Expert. Start where you are. Searching for your major, a job/internship, skills to build or trying to imagine your life after college? You Talk. We Listen. Book Online.
Wednesday
09/07/22

Alternative Spring Break

Posted by Tim on September 7, 2022 in Honors Experiences

Interested in social justice? Leadership development? Immersive experiences? Earning Honors Experience credits? 

Come meet Rachel DiDomizio, and Honors alumna and currently Assistant Director of Community & Civic Engagement at UB. Rachel will be giving a presentation to the Honors College about Alternative Break Programs, including: 

  • Poverty Alleviation – Toronto, Canada
  • Refugee Resettlement – Buffalo, NY
  • Civic Engagement – Buffalo, NY
  • Criminal Justice Reform – Philadelphia, PA

When: Monday September 19, 2022 @ 1:00 PM

Where: Capen 107 

Bring your friends!

Wednesday
09/07/22

Interested in running to be a HSC Class Representative?

Posted by Tim on September 7, 2022 in Honors Student Council

Interested in getting involved in the Honors College Student Council? Want to learn more about the University community and collaborate with your fellow Honors Scholars?

The positions of Freshman, Junior, and Senior Class Representatives are open for nominations for the election later this month!

If you are a freshman, click here for the Freshman Representative Nomination Form!

If you are a junior, click here for the Junior Representative Nomination Form!

If you are a senior, click here for the Senior Representative Nomination Form!

Elections will run from Monday, September 19th, through Friday, September 23rd, with nominations ending September 16th at 12:00pm.

Please direct any questions to Will Eaton, Honors Student Council President, at willeato@buffalo.edu.