Engage in an exploration of six characteristics that make ideas more likely to be remembered by students. Reflect on how to integrate these traits into your teaching to make it both more memorable and more engaging. Presented by Sue McMillen on Tuesday, April 17, from 12:15 to 1:30 p.m. in E. H. Butler Library 181B. A light lunch will be provided.

Register at http://bscintra.buffalostate.edu/registration/classdetails.asp?class=2754.

Have you heard the buzz surrounding the Khan Academy? What about other open educational resources (OERs)? Here’s your chance to explore some of the open educational platforms that seem to be popping up all over. This workshop will be offered in E. H. Butler Library 316 on Friday, April 13, from 10:00 to 11:15 a.m. Presented by Mark McBride and Andy Chambers.

Register at http://bscintra.buffalostate.edu/registration/classdetails.asp?class=2750.

Explore the process of aligning online instructional materials and learner engagement to foster different types of meaningful interactions. Learn to apply these concepts to developing your own online instructional materials as they relate to supporting learner engagement. Presented by Mark Warford on Thursday, April 12, from 12:15 to 1:30 in E. H. Butler Library 316.

Register at http://bscintra.buffalostate.edu/registration/classdetails.asp?class=2739.

The meteorology and climatology program's fourth annual Weather Photo Contest is on again this semester. Submit your best weather-related photos. The photos must be in a digital format and taken by you. You may submit up to three photos. This contest is open to students, staff, and faculty. Three prizes will be awarded (one prize per person): a Midland weather/hazard-alert radio, an electronic weather station key chain, and a wireless rain gage. The deadline for submissions is Friday, April 27. Please submit your photos via e-mail to Stephen Vermette, professor of geography and planning. Submission of photos allows us unrestricted use. So dust off an old digital image of yours or snap something new, and join in on the contest.

On March 8, 2012, the president approved the suspension of the BSC 101 requirement effective with the fall 2012 semester.

As of March 28, 2012, suspension of the BSC 101 requirement has been implemented. The BSC 101 requirement has been waived for all students who (1) have not taken BSC 101 or (2) are not currently enrolled in BSC 101. The waiver has been applied to the audits of all appropriate students in Degree Navigator. New students entering for summer, fall, and future semesters will have the waiver automatically applied to their audit. Students are being notified.

FAQs:

1. Will incoming students be required to take the course? No.
2. Will current students who have not yet taken the course need to take it before they graduate? No. The suspension is effective for all current students who have not taken the course. 
3. What happens to a student who withdraws from, or fails BSC 101 during spring 2012? The student will receive a waiver of the BSC 101 requirement after grading is completed for spring 2012. The W or failing grade will remain as part of the student’s academic record.
4. If a student received an E, will he or she have the option to retake the course? Yes, it is recommended that students in this situation retake it either this summer or in fall 2012.
5. Will any sections of BSC 101 be offered during summer/fall 2012? A few sections of the course will be offered for current students who need to retake the course or wish to take the course as an elective. Departments that wish to use BSC 101 in their freshman registration block should contact Lisa Hunter, assistant dean for intellectual foundations, to make appropriate arrangements.

Stop by Bengal Hall, resident dining located in the Campbell Student Union, today for a Taste of Jamaica! Try classic Jamaican dishes including jerk chicken, Caribbean chicken sandwich, jerk shrimp salad, cinnamon-grilled pineapple, and plantains.

Lunch hours of operation: 11:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Enter with a meal swipe or lunch door price of $8.39.

For more information on Buffalo State Dining, please visit our website.

The Small Business Development Center presents "Survive and Thrive: Essentials for Starting Your Own Business," a workshop covering all the essential information needed to start a business, on Wednesday, April 11, from 8:30 a.m. to noon in the Burchfield Penney Art Center (second floor). Specific topics will include creating a business plan; competition analysis; and tax, legal, and insurance issues. The workshop is free for faculty, staff, students, alumni, and U.S. military veterans and $20 for all others.

Registration will take place immediately before the workshop from 8:00 to 8:30 a.m. To register in advance, please visit the SBDC website or call ext. 4030.

Buffalo State Dining is now offering a WOW Deal of the Week every day at a select location in the Campbell Student Union Food Court from 1:00 to 3:00 p.m. This week's WOW Deal will be offered at Smashed Burger. Enjoy a fresh, never-frozen single smashed burger, small fries, and a fountain beverage for $4.99.

Check back every Monday to see what the new WOW Deal of the Week will be!

Buffalo State Dining is now offering a WOW Deal of the Week every day at a select location in the Campbell Student Union Food Court from 1:00 to 3:00 p.m. This week's WOW Deal will be offered at Bluw. Try a noodle bowl, egg roll, and fountain beverage for $3.99.

Check back every Monday to see what the new WOW Deal of the Week will be!

Buffalo State Dining is now offering a WOW Deal of the Week every day at a select location in the Campbell Student Union Food Court from 1:00 to 3:00 p.m. This week's WOW Deal will be offered at Sub Generation. Enjoy any 6-inch sub and a fountain beverage for $4.99.

Check back every Monday to see what the new WOW Deal of the Week will be!