The Burchfield Penney and the Roycrofters-At-Large Association have teamed up for what will be an exciting weekend celebrating arts and crafts in our region, October 16–17.

Los Angeles poet Wanda Coleman will read from her work and offer a book signing on Thursday, October 14, at 12:15 p.m. in the Campbell Student Union Assembly Hall.

The webinar will be facilitated by Dr. Kim Lonsway, director of research at End Violence Against Women International. It will focus on unfounded cases and false reporting of sexual assault. These cases present complex questions for communities responding to sexual assault. Dr. Lonsway will not only examine questions of response but will also consider the consequences of unfounded cases and false reports and review best practice recommendations.

The Performing Arts Center at Rockwell Hall is pleased to present Mike Randall in Mark Twain Live! on Saturday, November 20, at 7:00 p.m. Mark Twain, America's greatest author and humorist is brought to life through the considerable talents of actor Mike Randall. Since 1972 this nationally-acclaimed one-man Mark Twain stage production has charmed audiences throughout the United States and Canada. The show bursts forth with all the wit and wisdom that was the trade-mark of the "Great Man Himself."

This will be a class for those who are already familiar with the basics and want to see what else is available in Google Docs. We will focus on the word processor software, spreadsheet, and briefly review presentations, forms, and drawing. The last part of this session will show you how to create a basic survey using Google Docs. Presented by the Information Commons.

CDHS College Partnership Development is now accepting submissions for 2011 Partnership Projects. The request for proposals can be viewed online.  Printed copies will be available next week at our office in Bacon Hall. For more information, please contact Gail Daniels, director, at (716) 885-4309. We look forward to hearing from you!

Hallwalls is pleased and excited to welcome the iconoclastic saxophonist/composer/multi-instrumentalist Roscoe Mitchell and his Trio (featuring Jaribu Shahid and Vincent Davis) for a week-long artist residency in which he will lead a 10-piece ensemble (featuring seven Buffalo musicians) through his varied compositions, culminating in a concert at the Burchfield Penney Art Center on Friday, October 22, at 8:00 p.m.

The Small Grants program provides up to $400 to assist students in carrying out their research and creative activities during the academic year; up to $600 may be requested for single projects involving 2 or more students. The award is designed to help defray the cost of travel, supplies, and other materials necessary to conduct the project. It is not intended as salary for the student. For information on this and other programs to support undergraduate research, go to: www.buffalostate.edu/undergraduateresearch/x7.xml

Deadline for submitting applications: Midnight, October 15, 2010

Online applications found at: wwwu.buffalostate.edu/undergraduateresearch/forms/form.php?form_id=1

Enter to win a once-in-a-lifetime trip for two to Venice, Italy. One lucky couple will enjoy a rare opportunity to experience Venetian culture, tour wineries, and explore the scenic beauty of Italy. Winner will be drawn at the 2010 Art Auction & Gala on November 5.

Bill Nye the Science Guy will be appearing at Buffalo State College on Monday, November 8, at 7:30 p.m. in the Performing Arts Center at Rockwell Hall.