The Counseling Center and Residence Life have funded E-Chug and E-Toke, Web-based tools that allow students to assess their alcohol and drug use online. The two programs are on the Counseling Center's Web site and are free and confidential for all students. The program takes 10 to 15 minutes, and students can print out individual feedback and a list of available resources. For classroom use, students can print a Certification of Completion that will show they completed the assessment for class, but keep all their information private. Instructors who would like to take the tests to see the information that’s provided should call or e-mail Ron George, substance-abuse counselor, at ext. 4436 or georgera@buffaloste.edu to get the administrator’s code for both programs. All individual data collected is confidential, but cumulative data will be available at the end of each semester. For more information, contact George.

Join other members of the Buffalo State community and friends on this trip to Las Vegas, Saturday, January 21–Tuesday, January 24, 2006. Reservations with deposit are due October 25.

With Halloween in the air, it's time to get ready for the horror, sci-fi, rock 'n' roll spoof that started the cult, The Rocky Horror Show. Get your tickets now to "Time Warp" and "Hot Patootie" with a "Sweet Transvestite from Transsexual Transylvania!" The Theater Department and Casting Hall production runs November 2–5, 9, and 10 at 8:00 p.m.; November 6 at 7:00 p.m.; and a special midnight show November 11. All performances will be in the Warren Enters Theatre in Upton Hall. Tickets available now at the Rockwell Hall Box Office, ext. 3005, $6–$10. Group rates are available. "It's Just a Jump to the Left...."

All faculty and staff are invited to attend a leadership workshop, Negotiating Conflict: Tools for Leaders, on October 25, from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. in E. H. Butler Library 210.

The Buffalo State Coalition for Katrina Relief Efforts announces a fund-raising banquet, “Tribute to New Orleans,” on Sunday, November 6, at 5:00 p.m. in the Campbell Student Union Social Hall.

The Buffalo State College Student Union Board and United Students Government present comedian Carlos Mencia and a special guest on Thursday, October 20, in the Sports Arena. Show starts at 9:00 p.m. Doors open at 8:30 p.m. Tickets are $15 for the general public. Tickets are on sale now and can be purchased in person at the Rockwell Hall Box Office or by phone at ext. 3005. Box Office hours are 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Monday to Friday.

When: Thursday, October 20, 9:00 p.m.

EarthLinks, a Buffalo-based environmental consulting group, has been working with various members of the community to heighten recycling awareness in Buffalo. The group is in the process of involving more community members, civic organizations, and politicians from the Buffalo area to assist in increasing the recycling rate. Over time, EarthLinks’ vision is to apply the tools of creative problem solving to national and international environmental issues.

Our Fall Open House for prospective students is on Saturday, October 29, from 9:00 a.m. to noon. Guests should check in at the Sports Arena. Detailed information is available at www.buffalostate.edu.

Be prepared to be amazed…with illusionist Kevin Hurley!