The Anne Frank Project announces a call for proposals for its 2011 conference, September 14-16. The AFP proposal review committee is seeking proposals from students, faculty, staff and community members that help to explore this year's conference theme, "Our Shared Humanity: Looking Inward." Complete proposal forms, directions, and focus stream explanations can be found at http://www.theannefrankproject.com/2011.html

The deadline for submissions is April 8, 2011.

The Anne Frank Project is an annual college-wide diversity conference where the words and wisdom of Anne Frank are used as a springboard for an intense examination of intolerance, bias, and genocide. For more information and past conferences, visit our website.

The campus community is invited to attend the 28th annual International Cultural Fiesta, Saturday, April 9, starting at 6:00 p.m. in Rockwell Hall Auditorium. A reception will follow in the Student Union Social Hall.

Special emphasis will be placed on Japan during the evening.

Student tickets are $3 for the performance and $6 for the performance and reception.

General admission tickets are $5 for the performance and $8 for the performance and the reception.

Tickets are available at the Rockwell Hall and Student Union Box Offices.
 

Study Skills: Testwiseness is the next session in the Workshops to Success series sponsored by the Academic Skills Center of University College and offered free to Buffalo State students. Instructor-tutor Lauren Copeland will show students that how they prepare for their exams is as important as what they know about the content of the course. Her tips on test-taking preparation will help all students develop confidence when going into a quiz or exam.

Note to Buffalo State instructors: Please encourage your students to attend, perhaps by giving them extra credit for participating. Students can sign an attendance sheet which we will forward to you. If you have any questions, call the ASC at 878-4041.

Date: Tuesday, March 1. Time: 12:15-1:30 p.m. (Bengal Pause).
Place: Classroom Bldg B118. Presenter: Lauren Copeland.

Walking to Wellness begins today! Meet colleagues each week to walk your way to
fitness. Leave your office at 1:00 p.m. and return by 2:00 p.m. refreshed and rejuvenated! Led by Ottilie Woodruff, the walking group will meet from 1:15 to 1:45 p.m. in the Ice Hockey Rink.

Take Back The Night 2011, an event to empower students in taking a stand against sexual violence, will be held Wednesday, April 13, from 7:00 to 8:30 p.m. in Rockwell Hall.

This event brings in hundreds of students, faculty, and staff every year showing support for this important issue. Take Back The Night performances include music, poetry, survivor stories, dance, and professional keynotes.

To volunteer, perform, or be a part of this event, please contact Tammy Kresge.

This workshop will demonstrate how a large number of observed variables can be summarized in terms of a smaller set of latent variables that reflect underlying constructs of interest. Presented by Sheldon Tetewsky, Thursday, March 3, from 12:15 to 1:30 p.m., in E. H. Butler Library 318.

Register at http://bscintra.buffalostate.edu/registration/classdetails.asp?class=2425

The Networking In Higher Education: Building Bridges for a Better Tomorrow conference will be held Friday, June 3, at the Holiday Inn on Niagara Falls Boulevard. This one-day conference will feature morning and afternoon workshop sessions including a luncheon keynote speaker (TBA).

This year's theme is "Core Competencies for Success: Tapping Our Potential."

A call for proposals is forthcoming. We invite those interested in presenting to submit a synopsis involving research, special projects, best practices, etc., as they pertain to noted categories.

The event is sponsored by the Association of Faculty and Staff of African Descent at Buffalo State College, UB's Minority Faculty and Staff Association, and Niagara University's Office of Multicultural and International Student Affairs.

Consider joining us!

Regards,
Ottilie M. Woodruff
Co-Chair
Networking Conference

Zumba with Nedra Bashira, today, February 23, at noon in the Houston Gym Dance Studio, Room 213 (follow the signs). Open to faculty and staff.

A Latin-inspired dance suitable for every age and every body type, Zumba is easy to follow. Not only will the cardio get your blood pumping and the calories melting, but the exhilarating music will enliven your spirit! No registration required. Contact Tamara at horstmath@buffalostate.edu with questions.

Belly dance with Nedra Bashira, today, February 23, at 11:00 a.m. in the Houston Gym Dance Studio, Room 213 (follow the signs). Open to faculty and staff.

Often misinterpreted as a dance of seduction, belly dance was actually one of the earliest fitness regimens to prepare a woman’s body for childbirth. But you don’t need to be pregnant—or a woman—to enjoy this class! No registration required. Contact Tamara at horstmath@buffalostate.edu with questions.

In honor of Black History Month, Resident Dining is serving Creole/Bayou favorites: chicken and sausage gumbo; maque choux soup; Creole jambalaya; vegetarian/vegan Creole jambalaya; Bayou red beans and rice; Creole tomato and artichoke salad; bananas Foster; and beignets with sauce. Open to all. $7.99. All-you-can-eat. Bengal Bucks, cash, or credit are taxable. Meal swipes and flex dollars are also accepted.