- The Global Film Minor in the Department of English offers UB undergraduates the opportunity to discover vibrant cinematic traditions and innovations from around the globe. There is no requirement that Global Film minors be English majors; our minors come from all departments across UB.
- Courses in this minor will introduce students to audiovisual analysis, artistic forms, and cultural practices in a range of countries, and novel forms of cinematic storytelling. Students will gauge the impact of new and emerging technologies on contemporary cinema and explore developments in international film production, reception, exhibition, and distribution.
- The Minor will also provide students with a unique perspective on contemporary social and political issues, such as immigration, gender and sexuality, disability, human rights, and climate change. An understanding of global issues and exposure to different cultures through the medium of film will strengthen students’ intercultural communication competence and enhance their ability to participate in our increasingly networked world, thus facilitating the development of their careers in the international marketplace.
- The minor consists of two required courses at the 200 level (6 credits) and four courses (12 credits) at the 300-400 level. Students may also take one course in film production to fulfill the upper division credits for the minor (see the list below).
ENG: 256 Film; 378 National Cinemas; 379 Film Genres; 381 Film Directors (Buffalo Film Seminar); 382 & 384 Shakespeare in Film 1 and 2; 440 Film Theory; 441 Contemporary Cinema; 442 Modernism and Film
DMS: 213 Immigration and Film; 305/306 Film Analysis; 333 World Cinema; 341 Intermediate Video; 388 Screenwriting; 403/404 Advanced Documentary Production; 405/406 Ethnographic Film and Media; 409 & 410 Non Fiction Film; 441/442 Advanced Video Production
RLL: FR 341 Topics in French Film; ITA 429 Italian Cinema; SPA 408 History of Spanish Cinema; SPA 435 Mexican Cinema; ITA 430 Italian Directors; SPA 221 Spanish Conversation through Film
TNS: AAS 253 Blacks in Film 1; AAS 254 Blacks in Film 2; AAS 417 Black Aesthetics
For more information, please contact the Global Film Minor Coordinator, Assistant Professor Tanya Shilina-Conte at tshilina@buffalo.edu or the English Undergraduate Secretary, Nicole Lazaro at nmlazaro@buffalo.edu
Dear Potential Mentor,
At Cornell Cooperative Extension of Erie County (CCE-EC) and through its 4-H Youth Development
program, we strive to engage youth in programming that encourage them to build life skills that prepare
them to contribute in meaningful ways in their communities, now and in the future. A major part of
their growth is having caring adults serving as mentors to help support their development. Mentors
gain real-life experience by addressing community needs and broadening their exposure to public
service issues.
CCE-EC, in collaboration with National 4-H and the Office of Juvenile Justice and Delinquency
Prevention, will be running a mentoring program, entitled Tech Wizards, which will utilize science,
engineering, and technology to engage youth and address issues in their communities. We are currently
recruiting mentors (unpaid) to volunteer their time to work with a group of 4 students (collectively) for
a 1-hour session, once a week. Mentors that work during this period will have the opportunity to work
with youth (ages 8-17; most are under 12) on Monday and/or Wednesday between 4:30 – 5:30 PM at
the Seneca Babcock Community Center (1168 Seneca Street, Buffalo 14210). Sessions will be at this
site as opposed to mentees and mentors arranging to meet at outside locations. However, there will be
occasional outings where all mentors and mentees will come together for group events. We are open to
exploring how this timing can work with your schedule.
Although it could be beneficial for our mentors to have some knowledge of science, engineering, and
technology topics, it is not required since we will be providing training in both mentoring and the
programming topics we will explore. In fact, a willingness to learn alongside the youth is more
important than being an expert on the topics.
An initial Mentor Orientation and ongoing training opportunities will be provided for the volunteer
mentors who support students through this program. The orientation will be arranged to work at a
time and location suitable for our mentors. Please contact me for details.
If you or someone you know would like to seize upon this opportunity to positively impact the lives of
several Buffalo youth in the 4-H Tech Wizards Program, I can be contacted at 716-773-4654 (Tuesday-
Friday) or 716-652-5400 x 140 (Mondays) or via e-mail at asn9@cornell.edu
Volunteer Job Description
4-H Tech Wizards Mentor
Purpose: To create supportive learning environments in which diverse youth and adults reach
their fullest potential as capable, competent, and caring citizens. Provide positive mentoring to a
4-H program participant while enhancing his/her knowledge in the area of Science, Technology,
Engineering and/or Mathematics (STEM).
Responsibilities:
Act as a positive role model for the young people you work with, setting high expectations
for those youth
Empower youth to find their voice, get involved in STEM and future projects
Help youth find solutions to community problems
Be sensitive to the needs of the youth you work with
Become familiar with families, program manager, other mentors and supporters
Communicate concerns, challenges and solutions with program manager and families
Help kids connect with new opportunities
Be knowledgeable of and aware of the resources available for STEM
Lead project activities and teach related skills in the area of STEM
Follow all Cornell Cooperative Extension-Erie County (CCE-EC) youth protection and risk
management policies, emergency procedures, youth and adult Code of Conduct
Expected Results: 4-H program participants will be matched with a fully-trained mentor who will
work with them one-on-one or in small groups during program time to help them develop STEM
and life skills. Participants will report feeling supported by their mentor and will continue to take
part in programs for at least 1 year.
Training and Support:
Mentors skills will be assessed and utilized
On-going support from program manager and lead volunteers (debriefs, email groups, list
serves, advisory boards and/or one-on-one meetings with staff)
Mentor training series
Access to materials, resources and equipment to conduct programming
Leadership opportunities and ability to learn from others
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Helping You Put Knowledge to Work
Cornell Cooperative Extension in Erie County provides equal program and employment opportunities.
21 South Grove St.
East Aurora, NY 14052
(716)652-5400
Reporting:
To be determined by site
Time Commitment: A minimum commitment of 1 year to work with at least 1 afterschool
program group per week (sessions are 1 hour each).
Qualifications:
Enjoys working with youth Sincere interest in the growth and development of the youth in the program Interest in the designated subject area Willingness to learn Ability to work with other adults and to organize and coordinate with other people Effective communication, organization, and interpersonal skills Commitment to follow-through on program schedule Ability to understand and implement Cornell Cooperative Extension 4-H Youth Development policies, procedures, risk management guidelines, youth and adult Code of
Conduct
Act as a positive role model for youth, practicing appropriate behavior (including dress) Ability to recognize youth for their abilities, skills and personal accomplishments Ability to show sensitivity to the needs of the youth and families involved in the program Willingness and availability to attend trainings Interest in developing community partnerships
Benefits:
Opportunity to share a passion and skill with others Enhance personal leadership and organizational skills Build friendships with other volunteers and staff Derive satisfaction from helping youth reach their greatest potential
Level of Background Screening Required:
Application form Criminal Background Check and NYS Sex Offender Check (note: this is required for all enrolled volunteers when responsibilities include unsupervised work with minors, individuals over 65, or individuals with disabilities)
Want to earn a 4.0 this semester?
Dr. Donna O. Johnson from Dallas, TX will be on campus on Wednesday, February 8, 2017 at 4:00pm in the Student Union Theatre to present her “Guaranteed 4.0 Seminar”. This interactive and session is open to all UB students. We encourage you to get there early; the first 100 students will receive a free 4.0 workbook.
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“Guaranteed 4.0” does just what the title implies. This seminar details a unique learning method that is guaranteed to deliver a 4.0 GPA. The focus of this seminar is not “how to study”. Rather, we want students to achieve a mindset of academic excellence and success. Students learn simple techniques for long-term information retention, as well as advanced strategies of critical thinking and metacognition. Students will leave the seminar empowered and motivated to achieve their 4.0!
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