The SUNY COIL Global Commons summer program is a 6-week/6-credit Collaborative International Online Learning (COIL) course based on the UN Sustainable Development Goals. This course will count towards either a GE requirement or a student’s major course of study, depending on the disciplinary lens with which the student approaches the particular SDG. Students will begin in a storytelling course on cultural competency, then be grouped with those who share a common interest in one of the United Nations’ Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).
There are two components to this course:
3 credits – Intercultural Story-telling
Storytelling is a powerful tool of communication. A challenge faced by organizations, which operate with few resources is accurately and effectively communicating about their work and the issues they are trying to address. When the issues are complex, stories can inform, entertain, educate, inspire, and create connections to influence change.
3 credits – United Nations’ Sustainable Development Goals
The world has problems. These problems- such as climate change, inequality, and elimination of poverty-require our attention and our action if we want a better future for our world. Framed by one of the six selected UN SDGs, students will work with people and organizations working on these problems all over the world, every day.
Course details
The SUNY COIL Global Commons program is a six-week, six-credit (undergraduate credit) program open to any student, from any higher education institution
Students are enrolled in two, 3-credit courses that culminate in storytelling projects completed in small groups in partnership with a community based non-governmental organization
The program cost is equivalent to six credits of tuition
A timeline of the course is illustrated below. Participants will learn about the partner organization and the final project. Students will work with their peers from other SUNY campuses as well as with contact from our international partner organizations around the world.
The first cohort of the SUNY COIL Global Commons completed the program in the summer of 2020 and their final storytelling projects are available to view. Check out their videos, podcasts, graphic novels, and more at the Project Showcase site! For a more in-depth explanation of the program description. If you have any questions, take a look at the Program FAQ’s.
Are you a strong, confident writer in your major? Do you enjoy helping and mentoring fellow students? If so, I invite you to take HMN 380: Writing Center Theory and Practice in the Fall of 2021. In addition to strengthening writing and teaching skills, this course is the pre-requisite for applying to work in the Center for Excellence in Writing as a peer writing consultant. This small, experiential seminar is fun, engaging and interactive. We need writing consultants across different disciplines and we value diversity. Email rhondare@buffalo.edu with any questions.
I am looking for students that have an interest in supporting high school students taking Regents Living Environment. We have a grant to fund a program which pairs UB students with Living Environment teachers in Buffalo Public Schools. The UB students will support the teacher and students by working together to develop strategies to increase the efficiency of teaching and students’ understandings.
This is a full academic year commitment. UB students will enroll in a 3 credit course during the fall semester. One hour each week will be spent in class, discussing science literacy strategies and planning lessons to bring into the classes. Students will spend 4 hours per week in the high school classroom. The same students will continue to work with their partner teachers during the spring semester, for 4 hours per week, in a paid position. Interested students should reach out to me, as approval is required to enroll.
Sandra K. Small, Ph.D. | Science Education Manager
University at Buffalo | Business & Entrepreneur Partnerships
University at Buffalo | GEM Community of Excellence
Are you a strong, confident writer in your major? Do you enjoy helping and mentoring fellow students? If so, I invite you to take HMN 380: Writing Center Theory and Practice in the Fall of 2021. In addition to strengthening writing and teaching skills, this course is the pre-requisite for applying to work in the Center for Excellence in Writing as a peer writing consultant. This small, experiential seminar is fun, engaging and interactive. We need writing consultants across different disciplines and we value diversity. Email rhondare@buffalo.edu with any questions.
The Experiential Learning Network is launching a Project Preparation Seminar (UE 201)—a new online, asynchronous course designed to help students get started with experiential learning.
During your advising appointments, if you discover a student who could use help finding and starting the right opportunity, please encourage them to register for this 7-week, 1-credit course during the fall 2021 semester.
Need a job this summer that will enhance your resume? The Hillel Summer Internship Program is an 8-week paid internship and cohort experience open to incoming Jewish sophomores, juniors and seniors who are either enrolled in a Buffalo area university or who are from Buffalo and attend schools out of town. Students will be placed in internships across Buffalo that match their professional goals and that will provide them with relevant, hands-on experience and mentorship. On Fridays students will participate in professional development and immersive learning experiences, such as a networking power lunch with local Jewish professionals, volunteering with local non-profits, and exploring Buffalo’s start-up scene. Internships are available in a variety of fields in both the non-profit and business sectors. Applications are due Wednesday, March 31st. Visit https://www.hillelofbuffalo.org/summer-internship-program for more info and to apply.
Do you love trivia? Join Student Engagement the third Tuesday of every month for a night of trivia and fun! Hosted by our Student Engagement Ambassadors, Trivia Tuesdays will focus on a new theme each month! Grab your popcorn, roommates, and friends and test your knowledge! Register on UBLinked
The Marcia C. Brogan Agency LLC is in need of a social media marketing person to advance the business social media presence of this small women-owned insurance agency. I am expecting to have someone that has experience in the social media field to help develop a social media strategic plan. The applicant will gain knowledge of various platforms and which platform is best to increase revenues. The strategic plan will include the following:
create a timeline using the platforms such as Facebook, linked in, Instagram, and Twitter for a social media campaign
knowledge of the various platforms to help develop a constructive and meaningful presence in the social marketplace to increase interactions and obtain followers
research on the effectiveness of posts, including days and times for the most interaction
what entices people to “follow” or “like” a business page
research on business topics that are most effective to gain insurance clients
suggestions of topic and length of posts
how to reach a diverse population to educate and empower them
how to answer their need by linking other groups to our page
ways to engage with other business groups interact with our page
research on age and gender of an audience of who responds to posts and how
what is the average viewer
ways to reach a wider range of client base
reach those that need it the most by removing the intimidation of insurance jargon
research which type of post offers the most action items such as comments, likes, shares
design a specific campaign for childcare providers to interact which can lead to a business opportunity
create a contest and find a way that will engage them to participate
provide opportunities to educate to help them become a successful entrepreneur
link them to other sites that can help them in their mission
research and implement a platform for registration on Brogan website to track emails track social media to a revenue increase
ways to market effectively to those acquired emails
Compare the various platforms to compare statistics on which is better for information placement
Compare and contrast the various platforms and their advanced marketing levels
To work remotely about 3-5 hours a week, flexible hours, with school breaks included
**The Korea University (KU) International Summer Campus (ISC) Course Catalogue can be viewed here. Additionally, existing KU-UB course articulations can be viewed here. Please note that this list is continually growing. If a student would like additional courses reviewed for UB equivalents and/or Global Pathway requirement(s), please contact our office for further assistance.
Additional virtual SUNY programs can be found on our Virtual Study Abroad Program webpage. We will continue to update this webpage as more remote opportunities become available through UB & SUNY.
Interested students are encouraged to contact our office by email (studyabroad@buffalo.edu) or during our Virtual Office Hours via Zoom M – F, 8:30AM – 4:30PM with any questions they may have regarding these programs!
