The Buffalo State College Alumni Association welcomes nominations from faculty and staff for the 2007 Distinguished Alumnus Award, presented annually at Commencement. This prestigious honor is awarded to alumni who have distinguished themselves professionally, within their communities, and in support of the mission of Buffalo State College.
The Buffalo State Alumni Association will host an Armed Services Reunion on Saturday, November 4, at noon in the Burchfield-Penney Art Center. This reunion will honor all Buffalo State graduates, students, emeriti, faculty, and staff who have served or are serving in any branch of the United States or Allied military services.
The New Media Consortium (NMC) has invited Buffalo State to become a member following a peer-reviewed application process. The successful application was a collaborative effort.
The Performing Arts Center at Rockwell Hall proudly presents country superstar Kathy Mattea this Friday, November 3, at 8:00 p.m. This concert is part of the Performing Arts Center’s 2006–2007 Great Performers Series, presented by M&T Bank. Tickets are $27 each for Buffalo State faculty and staff. Tickets are on sale now and can be purchased at the Rockwell Hall Box Office (Monday–Friday, 9:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.) or the Student Union Box Office (Monday–Friday, 11:00 a.m.–3:00 p.m.).
"The Great Debate" is a forum designed for our first-year students where professors representing different areas of the liberal arts explain the contributions and value of their disciplines. The panel will consist of representatives from the humanities, the natural sciences, and the social sciences. The discussion is intended to inspire in our students an appreciation and understanding of the value of all the liberal arts. The debate will be lively and fun. The event is open to the entire campus community. The program will be held Thursday, November 2, during Bengal Pause in Bulger Communication Center South. Join us for this entertaining and enlightening discussion.
The Elementary Education and Reading Department at Buffalo State College is seeking a Native American services graduate assistant for the 2006–2007 academic year. Successful candidates may be reappointed for additional semesters.
Please join the Burchfield-Penney Art Center in a celebration of the legacy of Dr. Edna M. Lindemann, director emerita of the museum, on Saturday, November 11, at 2:00 p.m. in the Performing Arts Center at Rockwell Hall. A reception will follow in the Burchfield-Penney. Dr. Lindemann passed away on September 15, 2006.
Flock of Dodos is a new documentary film that delves into the Evolution vs. Intelligent Design “circus.” This film was featured at the Tribeca and Maui Film Festivals. The film takes a witty and sometimes hilarious approach to understanding how the intelligent design movement has successfully promoted “teaching the controversy” and how scientists have sometimes unsuccessfully communicated the evidence of evolution. Randy Olson, evolutionary biologist turned filmmaker, pokes fun at both sides of the issue while putting across the message that communication is a key factor in how science is perceived by the general public. Flock of Dodos will be released for limited screenings around the world this fall and will be at Buffalo State College on November 3, 2006. Randy Olson, film director and writer, will answer questions about the film immediately following the screening. The film is free and open to the public. The film covers topics that will be of interest to educators, politicians, scientists, philosophers, journalists, and many others.
Congratulations to Anthony Pastore of Campus Services and Facilities, the lucky winner of the SEFA/United Way reserved parking place. And thanks to all the generous donors this year. The final tally is being completed, but it looks as if we have topped $165,000—$15,000 above our goal!
Kent Keating will be the featured speaker at the Fall Colloquial Speaker Series, sponsored by the School of the Professions and the Continuing Professional Studies Office. This event is free and will take place on Tuesday, November 7. The event will begin with a reception at 6:30 p.m. in the Rockwell Hall lobby, followed by a conversation with Keating in Rockwell Hall Auditorium at 7:30 p.m. Please call ext. 5115 by Thursday, November 2, to confirm your attendance.