Senior psychology majors will demonstrate the basics of writing a paper in APA style on Tuesday, November 17, from 12:15 to 1:30 p.m. in Classroom Building C104.

Many upper-level courses have writing assignments, ranging from article summaries or critiques to 15-source literature reviews. This workshop will focus on literature reviews and basic formatting requirements for APA style, including reference lists and citation of sources. We can help with searching for appropriate sources, choosing key words, and using Google scholar. We can also take specific questions about empirical report papers (e.g., Research Methods). Bring your draft or outline with you, or just come and set up a basic template for the assignment you need to write. We will meet in a computer lab. All majors welcome.

Butler Library is seeking panelists for its Game as Culture panel on Thursday, November 19, from 12:15 to 1:30 p.m. (Bengal Pause). The panel is part of a weeklong event, Gaming as Culture and Career, that will include panel discussions, game demonstrations, and open gaming events.

Gaming has influenced our culture in many ways, some obvious and some subtle. The video gamers’ lexicon has influenced our language; video game elements have opened up discussions about sexism and racism; role-playing games offer an escape from reality by allowing players to create an alternative reality. How do you see the impact of gaming on our culture? We encourage faculty members with an interest or research focus on the culture of gaming to share their views and expertise with the campus community.

More details on Gaming as Culture and Career will be forthcoming. If you're interested in being a panelist or to learn more, please contact Leah Galka, academic outreach and engagement librarian, 878-3291.

The Professional Development Center is accepting nominations for its 2016 Creative Leadership program, an individualized program of self-awareness, personal growth, and professional development designed to enhance individual leadership potential. The Creative Leadership program (formerly known as Achieving Success through Leadership, or ASTL) is designed for individuals who currently hold leadership positions at Buffalo State and are interested in enhancing their leadership effectiveness, including directors, department chairs, associate vice presidents, and others who have significant leadership roles on campus.

The Creative Leadership program has been offered for the past 10 years with very high levels of participant satisfaction. The program has been revised this year in response to evaluation outcomes and suggestions from program alumni.

Highlights of changes:

• The program will be five months long and will include eight half-day workshops along with monthly coaching sessions.
• Several 90-minute cohort meetings will be held during the final weeks of the program.
• Participants will form several Action Teams designed to formulate creative solutions to a current campus challenge.

Nominations must be endorsed and submitted by the applicant’s respective vice president or chief officer. In addition to the commitment required of participants, supervisors must commit to completing a multi-rater assessment to provide feedback.

Download the flier (PDF) for an overview of this year’s program. Please contact Timothy Switalski, director of leadership development, 878-4432, to nominate a participant for the program or if you have questions or comments. Nominations close Tuesday, December 15. 

Thank you for your support of leadership development at Buffalo State.

Flu vaccines will be available today from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. in Butler Library 210 during the Employee Health Benefits Fair. No appointment is necessary.

The following health insurance plans will be accepted: Blue Cross Blue Shield of WNY, Independent Health, Blue Choice, MVP, and Medicare Part B. Employees must present a valid health insurance ID card. Employees without a participating insurance plan will be charged $30 for the flu shot. Empire Plan enrollees may obtain their flu shots from an Empire Plan participating pharmacy without co-pay or at their doctor’s office (participating provider) for their usual co-pay should they wish to do so.

Participation and acceptance of any insurance is not a guarantee of benefits or payment in full. Co-payments or a deductible may apply. Please call Employee Benefits at 878-4821 or the member services department of your insurance company with questions regarding your health insurance coverage. The phone number should be on your insurance card.

Flu vaccines will be available during the Employee Health Benefits Fair tomorrow, December 3, from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. in Butler Library 210. No appointment is necessary.

The following health insurance plans will be accepted: Blue Cross Blue Shield of WNY, Independent Health, Blue Choice, MVP, and Medicare Part B. Employees must present a valid health insurance ID card. Employees without a participating insurance plan will be charged $30 for the flu shot. Empire Plan enrollees may obtain their flu shots from an Empire Plan participating pharmacy without co-pay or at their doctor’s office (participating provider) for their usual co-pay should they wish to do so.

Participation and acceptance of any insurance is not a guarantee of benefits or payment in full. Co-payments or a deductible may apply. Please call Employee Benefits at 878-4821 or the member services department of your insurance company with questions regarding your health insurance coverage. The phone number should be on your insurance card.

Flu vaccines will be available during the Employee Health Benefits Fair on Thursday, December 3, from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. in Butler Library 210. No appointment is necessary.

The following health insurance plans will be accepted: Blue Cross Blue Shield of WNY, Independent Health, Blue Choice, MVP, and Medicare Part B. Employees must present a valid health insurance ID card. Employees without a participating insurance plan will be charged $30 for the flu shot.

Participation and acceptance of any insurance is not a guarantee of benefits or payment in full. Co-payments or a deductible may apply. Empire Plan enrollees may obtain their flu shots from an Empire Plan participating pharmacy without co-pay or at their doctor’s office (participating provider) for their usual co-pay should they wish to do so.

Please call Employee Benefits at 878-4821 or the member services department of your insurance company with questions regarding your health insurance coverage. The phone number should be on your insurance card.

Representatives from BlueCross BlueShield, Independent Health, and the Empire Plan will be on campus today from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. in Butler Library 210 to answer questions about current health insurance plans and anticipated changes in coverage for 2016.

Staff members from the Employee Benefits Office will also be on hand to assist employees in making changes to their health insurance coverage. Attendees may have their blood pressure checked, learn about the benefits of and sample massage therapy, and get a flu shot. Learn how to maximize dental and vision care benefits from representatives of the CSEA and UUP Benefit Trust Funds, and representatives from Emblem Health Dental and Davis Vision for PEF, PBANYS, NYSCOPBA, and M/C employees. Also get ideas on how to balance work, home, and life from NYS Balance; obtain information about the Employee Assistance Program and meet EAP coordinators; and consult with specialists on smoking cessation and weight loss. Please call Human Resource Management at 878-4821 with questions.

Representatives from BlueCross BlueShield, Independent Health, and the Empire Plan will be on campus tomorrow, December 3, from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. in Butler Library 210 to answer questions about current health insurance plans and anticipated changes in coverage for 2016.

Staff members from the Employee Benefits Office will also be on hand to assist employees in making changes to their health insurance coverage. Attendees may have their blood pressure checked, learn about the benefits of and sample massage therapy, and get a flu shot. Learn how to maximize dental and vision care benefits from representatives of the CSEA and UUP Benefit Trust Funds, and representatives from Emblem Health Dental and Davis Vision for PEF, PBANYS, NYSCOPBA, and M/C employees. Also get ideas on how to balance work, home, and life from NYS Balance; obtain information about the Employee Assistance Program and meet EAP coordinators; and consult with specialists on smoking cessation and weight loss. Please call Human Resource Management at 878-4821 with questions.

Representatives from BlueCross BlueShield, Independent Health, and the Empire Plan will be on campus to answer questions about current health insurance plans and anticipated changes in coverage for 2016 on Thursday, December 3, from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. in Butler Library 210.

Staff members from the Employee Benefits Office will also be on hand to assist employees in making changes to their health insurance coverage. Attendees may have their blood pressure checked, learn about the benefits of and sample massage therapy, and get a flu shot. Learn how to maximize dental and vision care benefits from representatives of the CSEA and UUP Benefit Trust Funds, and representatives from Emblem Health Dental and Davis Vision for PEF, PBANYS, NYSCOPBA, and M/C employees. Also get ideas on how to balance work, home, and life from NYS Balance; obtain information about the Employee Assistance Program and meet EAP coordinators; and consult with specialists on smoking cessation and weight loss. Please call Human Resource Management at 878-4821 with questions.

Representatives from BlueCross BlueShield, Independent Health, and the Empire Plan will be on campus on Thursday, December 3, from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. in Butler Library 210 to answer questions about current health insurance plans and anticipated changes in coverage for 2016.

Staff members from the Employee Benefits Office will also be on hand to assist employees in making changes to their health insurance coverage. Attendees may have their blood pressure checked, learn about the benefits of and sample massage therapy, and get a flu shot. Learn how to maximize dental and vision care benefits from representatives of the CSEA and UUP Benefit Trust Funds, and representatives from Emblem Health Dental and Davis Vision for PEF, PBANYS, NYSCOPBA, and M/C employees. Also get ideas on how to balance work, home, and life from NYS Balance; obtain information about the Employee Assistance Program and meet EAP coordinators; and consult with specialists on smoking cessation and weight loss. Please call Human Resource Management at 878-4821 with questions.