“What is the definition of a good wine? It should start and end with a smile.”

Scott Johnson is appointed interim dean of University College and associate vice president for undergraduate education effective June 1, 2008. A faculty member in Criminal Justice, Johnson is currently serving as assistant dean for first year and academic programs in University College.

An internal search to fill the position on a permanent basis will be undertaken in the coming weeks.

This workshop covers the basics of digital imaging and digital photography and attempts to provide practical information that simplifies and demystifies working with digital images. Course will include digital imaging basics, digital photography tips, and how to best utilize digital images for print and Web uses.

The Buffalo State Alumni Association invites you to enjoy a Niagara Wine Trail Tour, on Saturday, June 7, from 10:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Meet the bus at Cleveland Circle on the Buffalo State campus. Free parking is available in Lot C and along Rockwell Road.

The Rooftop Poetry Club has announced its reading schedule for the spring/summer. Readings take place on Wednesdays at 7:00 p.m. in E. H. Butler Library's Rooftop Garden. In case of inclement weather, readings are moved inside.

The American Red Cross will host a blood drive on Wednesday, September 10, from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. in the Campbell Student Union Assembly Hall. Walk-ins welcome, or call 1-800-GIVE-LIFE to make an appointment.

The Buffalo State College Alumni Association invites you to Wine Weekend, Friday and Saturday, June 6 and 7. Join us on Friday, June 6, for the Third annual "A Toast to the City" Wine Tasting, from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. at the Marcy Casino in Delaware Park. Taste wines from Chateau Buffalo and Southern Wine, and food provided by the Seneca Niagara Casino, Vino's, and more. Proceeds benefit the Burchfield-Penney New Museum Project. The cost is $30 presale and at the door. Reservations are recommended.

We are celebrating Eunice's retirement today! Please join us for a reception in Moot Hall 110, between 1:00 and 3:00 p.m. Eunice has been in state service for 38 years, 27 of which have been with us in the Financial Aid Office. We will miss her tremendously, but are still very excited to share this moment with her. Our invitation is extended to the entire Buffalo State community and we hope you will stop by.

Father Patrick Zengierski invites you all to support the Newman Center at Buffalo State College. Join us on Friday, June 13, from 7:00 to 10:00 p.m. and celebrate summer at our Fifth annual "Savor the Summer Wine Tasting Party" in the foyer of Bulger Communication Center. Enjoy a delightful evening of wine tasting, delicious hors d'oeuvres, sumptuous desserts, live music, a raffle drawing of fabulous grand prizes, and an auction of unique gift baskets. To purchase event tickets ($30/each), and/or grand prize raffle Tickets ($5/each), contact the Newman Center, 1219 Elmwood Ave., Buffalo, (716) 882-1080. Tickets for the gift basket auction will be available the night of the event only.

Are you looking for students to work within your offices this summer at no cost to you? The Summer Youth Employment Program run by the City of Buffalo is currently placing students at work sites for summer employment. Salaries for students under 21 are subsidized by the Division for Youth. Buffalo State departments interested in hiring paid "college interns" or other students through this program to work within their offices may do so by contacting 851-JOBS for information.