It's not too late to submit a nomination for the 2005 Distinguished Alumnus Award, presented annually at commencement. Established in 1965, this prestigious award is given to graduates who meet the following criteria: (1) Significant professional achievement or recognition in his/her field; (2) Dedication to community service and volunteerism; (3) Demonstrated ongoing support for and loyalty to the college.

For a nomination form or more information, contact Kate Ward at 878-6001 or wardka@buffalostate.edu. The deadline for nominations is Monday, November 29, 2004.

The Buffalo State College Employee Assistance Program (EAP) needs volunteers to serve as EAP coordinators or EAP Committee members. Please see the college Bulletin announcement at http://bscintra.buffalostate.edu/bulletin/archives/04_05/october28_04.ht... for details. Contact Sam Lunetta, EAP chair, at ext. 6333 or lunetts@buffalostate.edu by Friday, November 19, to apply or for more information. And look for the EAP table at the New York State Employee Health Benefits Fair from 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. Thursday, December 2, in E. H. Butler Library 210.

Sport Collectibles, Crafts & Toys, For ALL Ages of Girls and Boys! Join us as we celebrate the holidays early with fun and activity for the entire family. The event features over 200 vendor tables, food stations, special guests and prizes. This special event will benefit the Team Houston Scholarship Fund for the academic and professional development of BSC students. Sunday, November 14th, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. BSC Sports Arena. Admission is $4/adult, $3/kids & students; $10 maximum per family. Every ticket purchased enters you to win a prize!

Just a reminder for everyone. Still collecting clothes in good clean condition for Friends of Night People. Feel free to stop by with them at Financial Aid in Moot Hall or call me at ext. 5606 if other arrangements need to be made. Thank you in advance for your generosity. Being so close to the Thanksgiving, food donations for Friends of Night People will also be accepted and dropped off with the clothing. If donating perishables, please call first.

This Friday, Nov. 12 is the deadline for submitting proposals for the 2005 6th Annual Faculty/Staff Scholarship and Creativity Celebration. To present, complete and return this form: http://www.buffalostate.edu/graduatestudies/appl/call_for_papers.doc. This is an excellent opportunity to network with colleagues. Questions: Gina Game, gameg@rf.buffalostate.edu or 878-6700.

How to Purchase a Digital Camera - Tues. Nov. 30th, 12:15-1:30 BC104 - Steve Mangione from IR will be presenting this workshop. He will offer a brief look at what you need to know before you purchase a digital camera. He will discuss features, megapixel needs (and what a megapixel is), what to look for and what else you will need when you purchase a digital camera. Class size is limited so please register for this workshop at http://bscintra.buffalostate.edu/registration

Challenging self-imposed constraints: Getting outside of the box by transforming leadership through creativity. Topics include: Understanding leadership practices that facilitate change; developing work environments that foster creative ideas; examining attitudes and behaviors that limit our own ability to lead and positively influence others. Wednesday, Nov. 17th 8:30 a.m. - noon, Butler Library 210. Presented by Sharon Cramer and Gerard Puccio. RSVP by Friday, Nov. 12th to Strategic Planning,
troutmjl@buffalostate.edu or call X3841

Thanks to everyone who supported the Health and Wellness Student's Association Pie and Poinsettia Sale - we appreciate your help in our success!
Pies will be available for pick up in HGYM 217 after NOON, and until 4 p.m., on Friday, 11/19. Pies NOT picked up will be donated to the WNY Food Bank.

Kathleen O'Brien of the Hospitality and Tourism Department will present the outcomes of her CASTL fellowship on applied learning today at Campus House. She will display her findings from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. and do a formal presentation at 12:15 (Bengal Pause). The campus community is invited to attend.

Hospitality students will host newcomers to the United States at a Buffalo State hockey game on Friday, November 5 at 7 pm in the Sports Arena. This service learning project aims to connect people who have been resettled to the Western New York region (especially the West Side of Buffalo) with the Buffalo State community. Students will kick off a warm clothing drive as part of the project. New hats, mittens, scarves, and thermal undergarments will be collected from November 5 to December 3. Contact obrienkm@buffalostate.edu to arrange for clothing pickup or bring your articles to the game.