Changes to the Honors College Greiner Shared Interest Housing Program effective 2019-2020
The Honors College is suspending the sophomore Greiner Special Interest Housing program effective for the 2019-2020 academic year. We support participation in all University at Buffalo Living Learning Communities and encourage our students to consider a variety of options detailed here: https://www.buffalo.edu/campusliving/find-your-home/living-learning-communities.html (note: while the Honors College Greiner program may still be listed on this site, it will not be offered for 2019-2020).
Get Real: Real-World Professional Secrets UB Honors Lecture Series
Do you ever wonder what it really takes to be successful in life? Ever wanted someone to “Get Real” and tell you the secret? Join us for a unique speaker series where professionals with a diversity of experiences from across campus and beyond share their stories of success and offer helpful advice that can help you prepare for your future.
All Held in the Colloquium Room (107 Capen Hall)
Thursday, September 13, 2018
3:00-3:50 p.m.
Not All Those Who Wander are Lost
Dr. Charles F. Zukoski, UB Provost
Thursday, October 4, 2018
3:00-3:50 p.m.
Throwing Shade: Surviving and Thriving in Academia
Dr. Raechele Pope, GSE Associate Dean and Associate Professor, Department of Educational Leadership and Policy
Thursday, October 18, 2018
3:00-3:50 p.m.
From Penniless Refugee to Distinguished UB Philosophy Professor
Dr. Jorge Gracia, Distinguished Professor, Capen Chair in Philosophy and Comparative Literature
Thursday, November 8, 2018
3:00-3:50 p.m.
Just Say Yes
Dr. Liesl Folks, Dean, School of Engineering and Applied Sciences
Honors College International Cafe
Don Schack Student Lounge
12 noon to 1:00 p.m.
Thursday, September 27, 2018
Wednesday, October 24, 2018
Tuesday, November 13, 2018
Tuesday, December 4, 2018
Enjoy snacks, music, dancing, culture and open mic. This year we will be “traveling” to Japan, Ghana, Tibet and Spain.
Dr. Marie Dellas,’70 PhD (GSE) and ’67 MS (CAS), in order to pay tribute to her parents, Theodore A. and Katherine C. Dellas, has created a $4,000 scholarship to be awarded to an Honors Scholar matriculated in the Department of Biological Sciences and pursing a Bachelor of Science degree program or the Bachelor of Science in Bioinformatics and Computational Biology degree program.
Creative thinking and behavior have always interested Dr. Dellas since she was a graduate student working towards her PhD at UB. Dr. Dellas’ intention when creating this scholarship was to reward students who practice and apply creative thinking.
The scholarship will enable the recipients to continue their education and perhaps address new concepts or ideas in the biological area that may eventually lead to outcomes beneficial to society.
Guidelines for applicants:
The recipient must be a junior or senior majoring in Biological Sciences or Bioinformatics and Computational Biology. The recipient must also be a US citizen and preference will be given to a student of Greek descent. Preference will also be given to a student working on an innovative and novel research project.
Candidates must submit three letters of recommendation. Applicants must also include an original essay in support of their expertise or knowledge and how they aspire to make an impact in that particular substantive area. The essay should describe the student’s goals and how they may expect to contribute to their chosen field in a substantive way and cite relevant or specific examples of situations in which the recipient succeeded in reaching a significant goal(s) in the past.
This scholarship may be renewable for a junior awardee if the recipient meets all the above mentioned criteria.
All submissions must be in electronic format, preferably Microsoft Word documents and/or PDF files.
Deadline for applications is Friday, April 13, 2018. Applications and letters of recommendation with the scholarship name included in the subject line should be emailed to: honors@buffalo.edu.
Honors Teaching Assistants (TA) facilitate HON 102: Freshmen Honors Colloquium sections in the spring semester. Freshmen Honors Colloquium is a required two-credit service learning course that provides first-year Honors students an opportunity to participate in civic engagement opportunities in the city of Buffalo. In addition to leading course discussions, grading assignments, providing feedback and assistance to the course instructor, maintaining office hours, serving as a mentor to students, TA’s will act as a liaison between the students and community partners.
Join us for an information session on Friday, February 23, 2018 at 3 p.m. in 108 Capen Hall to learn more!
Congratulations to Dr. Muller on her new books Cuban Emigrés and Independence in the Nineteenth-Century Gulf World!
Check out the great reviews too!
http://www.tandfonline.com/eprint/pTt5RWexI8EM4DGGmDnW/full
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Please join the Honors College for an Honors Alumni Coffee Chat featuring Dr. Robert Daly, SUNY Distinguished Teaching Professor, English
Coffee, tea and light refreshments will be served.
Wednesday, December 6, 2017
5:00 p.m. to 6:30 p.m.
Don Schack Student Lounge, 106 Capen Hall
RSVP to honors@buffalo.edu by Thursday, November 30, 2017.
Women in STEM Cooperative (UB WISC)
After the success from Spring 2017, the Women in STEM Cooperative (WISC) will be hosting another STEM for Everyone presentation lunch and learn on November 9 from 12-1pm. They are currently recruiting students (undergraduate and graduate) to submit a program proposal to provide 5-minute presentations about STEM. Presentations are being sought about a STEM topic, or an existing research project, provided in language that is easily understandable by the general public. Presentations that address inclusivity of women and other underrepresented groups will be given priority during submission reviews. Creativity is encouraged!
This is a great opportunity for students to practice presentation skills, network with others from the UB community and regional corporate sponsors, and to begin to build their professional footprint.
Presentations will be held:
Date: Nov. 9, 2017
Time: Noon to 1:00 p.m.
Location: 210 Student Union
Faculty and staff are encouraged to sponsor students from science, technology, engineering, mathematics, or related fields. Students are responsible to prepare and share a 5 minute presentation.
Submission Criteria:
- Undergraduate or graduate students at the University at Buffalo.
- Presentations should represent a STEM topic that would be of interest to a general audience.
Proposals should include:
- Name of Presenter(s)
- Contact Information
- UB Department
- Gender
- Title of Presentation
- Abstract (100 words or less)
- Name of faculty sponsor (if applicable)
To submit, please visit: http://bit.ly/stem4all-fall2017
If you have any questions, please contact: ub-wisc@buffalo.edu
Deadline for Abstract Submission: Oct. 25, 2017
The proposal committee will respond to all submissions by: Oct. 30, 2017
Related resources about inclusivity and making STEM topics understandable. http://bit.ly/stem4allresources
Alternative Break Program: The Alternative Break program lets you volunteer, perform community service and have unique learning opportunities during your fall break (Thanksgiving), winter break or spring break. By spending time immersed in a new community, you’ll learn about your role as a global citizen, make new friends and connections, and discover how you can become an agent of change.
2017-18 Trip Descriptions:
Alternative Fall Break – Working with the Cleveland Leadership Center in Cleveland, OH (Nov 24-26)
The Cleveland Leadership Center is the premier center in the Cleveland community for building and engaging civic leadership capital. They offer a variety of civic leadership programs and engagement opportunities designed to foster civic responsibility; create a culture of leadership that is inclusive, collaborative, and progressive; and make a dynamic impact on the community. Participants on this trip will be working with a variety of community organizations. (Estimated Trip Cost for Students – $250)
Alternative Winter Break – Environmental Sustainability in the Louisiana Wetlands (Jan 21-27)
Participants of this trip will travel to the Louisiana wetlands to discover the beauty of the bayou and the rich and vibrant culture of those that call it home. The group will learn about the cultural and ecological history of southern Louisiana and complete community service projects that will increase the long-term sustainability of this important region. (Estimated Trip Cost for Students – $825)
Alternative Spring Break – Women’s Rights History in Seneca Falls (March 17-19)
On this exciting alternative break trip, students will explore the rich history of the women’s rights movement. Participants will travel to Seneca Falls, NY and visit several of the sites that are integral to this movement. They will also perform dynamic service, making an impact within the visited communities. (Estimated Trip Cost For Students – TBD)
Alternative Spring Break – Give Where You Live in Buffalo, NY (March 19-23)
While staying in Buffalo, students participating in this trip will explore a variety of social issues affecting the Buffalo area. Students will volunteer with various community organizations and get a broader sense of the city. It is our hope that students will be left with an appreciation of our city and a passion to continue to volunteer and make change in our own backyard. (Estimated Trip Cost for Students – $155)
Alternative Spring Break – Educational Programs in the Dominican Republic (March 17-24)
Working with Outreach360, students will help teach English to the kids in Santiago, DR. Students will live out Outreach 360’s vision (to transform the world in which every child is able to pursue a college degree or to be gainfully employed upon reaching adulthood, enabling them to live a life of choice) while learning about the history of the Dominican Republic, exploring the culture and discuss what it really means to “make change” happen in a community. (Estimated Trip Cost for Students- $1600)
Application Link for Students: https://buffalo.campuslabs.com/engage/submitter/form/start/137435
The Honors College seeks an intern for the fall 2017 and spring 2018 semester to work on social media outreach and marketing efforts. The internship will earn 2 to 3 credits of HON 496 each semester which will count towards Honors experience credit. The schedule is flexible, but the intern will be expected to work 6-10 hours per week (depending on the desired credit).
Learning Opportunities:
- Learn how the Honors College utilizes the following social media: Facebook, Twitter, YouTube, Instagram, LinkedIn, Snap Chat.
- Participate in the planning and preparation for special events: Open House, Discovery Day, Life Raft Debate, Colloquium Kick-off, Elevenses, Graduation and other campus or Honors events as your class schedule permits. This may include creation of marketing/promotional materials, website updates, photography, and more.
- Creating and Editing Videos.
- Knowledge of Helpful Smartphone Apps and Shortcuts.
- Editing and revising documents/marketing brochures for prospective students.
- Running queries, creating documents and presentations utilizing Microsoft Office tools.
- Researching Buffalo events to include in Buffalo Bits in the Honors Highlights email.
The intern will provide a presentation to the Honors College staff on Honors College social media and marketing outreach results from the semester.
To apply, please email a copy of your resume and a brief statement about why you are interested in the internship to Tim Matthews: trm7@buffalo.edu. The deadline to apply is Thursday, May 4, 2017 by 5:00 p.m.
If selected for an interview, those will take place between May 8, 2017 and May 12, 2017.
