The collective bargaining agreements between the State of New York and CSEA, PBANYS, NYSCOPBA, PEF, and UUP allow for waiver of holiday compensation.

Employees may notify the Payroll Office in writing between April 2, 2025, and May 15, 2025, of their selection to waive holiday pay in favor of compensatory time off for holidays worked. The waiver will be in effect until at least April 1, 2026. Conversely, employees may also elect to revoke any waiver of holiday pay now in effect by filing the election form with the Payroll Office by close of business on May 15, 2025.

• Classified
• UUP

A form only needs to be submitted if making a change to the election currently in effect.

For questions and to submit the form, please contact the Payroll Office at payroll@buffalostate.edu.

Comedian Matt Mathews brings his Boujee on a Budget Tour to the Performing Arts Center this Friday, April 4, at 7:00 p.m. More than 850 people are expected to attend this sold-out performance, so expect large crowds in and around Rockwell Hall during this time. Please plan accordingly and avoid entering Rockwell Hall on Friday evening if you do not have tickets to this show. 

The Dr. Katherine S. Conway-Turner Civic and Community Engagement Office (CCE) wants to recognize your students’ achievements and the positive impact they have left on the community. Please encourage students who have completed between 200 and 1,000 hours of community service, especially those graduating in December, to apply for the President’s Certificate of Recognition for Community Engagement now!

This award covers a student’s entire college career, so transfer students can also use community service they completed while attending a former college or university as well.

Recipients will be recognized at the 2025 Buffalo State Celebration of Community Engagement on Tuesday, May 6. Students can find more information and a link to apply on the President’s Certificate section of the CCE website. Applications are due by Friday, April 18.

Friday, April 11, is the last day faculty members and professional staff may register to march in the processional at Honors Convocation on Friday, April 25. Please complete the Marcher Registration Form to participate. Academic regalia is required.

If you have been invited to attend the Honors Convocation by a student (honoree) as their guest faculty, we ask that you sit and participate in the ceremony with your student. Do not register to march in the processional. Academic regalia is optional for guest faculty.

Regalia rentals are available to order through the Barnes & Noble at Buffalo State Bookstore until Thursday, April 3. Marchers’ regalia rental pricing and loan request information are provided in the Regalia Section of the Marchers web page. Contact Marybeth Keller general merchandise manager, or call (716) 878-5509 for more information. If you are also planning to march in Commencement, you will not be required to return the rented regalia until Friday, May 23, after Commencement. If you are not participating in Commencement, rented regalia must be returned by Friday, May 2.

A limited inventory of doctoral and master’s gowns, caps, and hoods may be available for loan through the Academic Affairs Office until Monday, April 21. Please contact Cathy Cook, administrative assistant 2, for more information or to place your order.

We look forward to seeing you at Honors Convocation on April 25.

The Buffalo State community is cordially invited to attend the 29th annual Hospitality Ambassador Awards event on Wednesday, April 16, beginning with a student awards ceremony at 5:30 p.m. in Caudell Hall’s Statler Room on the first floor. This year’s theme is “Shaping Students Today for Tomorrow.”

All faculty, staff, and students are welcome! The event is free for students. A $25 donation is requested for our faculty, staff, and friends of the Hospitality and Tourism program who plan to attend.

All guests will enjoy a brief program to honor the achievements of our hospitality students, followed by a reception with light fare and refreshments prepared by Chef Don's Catering Management Class.
Tours of Caudell Culinary Labs are part of the evening's activities.

Guests should register for the event using this link:
https://quikpayasp.com/buffalostate/commerce_manager/payer.do?orderType=CM_AnnualHospitalityAwards 

Students should register by emailing Rebecca Tate or calling the Hospitality and Tourism Department office at (716) 878-6501.

The Buffalo State University community is saddened by the death of Gerhard Falk, professor emeritus of sociology, who died March 17, 2025. Dr. Falk joined the campus in 1957 and retired in 2016. He is survived by his wife, Ursula; three children, Cyndi, Daniel, and Clifford; six grandchildren; and 11 great-grandchildren. Private services were held in March.

Join us for a conversation on Priya Parker's "The Art of Gathering: How We Meet and Why It Matters." We will be discussing chapters 5 and 6 on Friday, April 11, from 10:00 to 11:30 a.m. in Butler Library 318. Coffee, tea, and a light breakfast will be served. (A limited number of books are available for participants. If interested, please contact Natalie Wills at willsnl@buffalostate.edu).

Please register through the Workshop Registration System. 

Please join us for "Using Augmented and Virtual Reality to Enhance Pedagogy: Western New York’s Panoramic Images Repository, Empire State Immersive Experiences (ESIE)," a brief workshop in Butler Library 318 on Tuesday, April 15, at 12:15 p.m.

Learn how technology can enhance learning experiences through augmenting reality and placing students in spaces they otherwise could not visit. There is a plethora of proprietary AR/VR platforms that can provide supplemental learning materials. Through the Western New York Library Resources Council (WNYLRC), Buffalo State has access to an open-source repository of 360-degree images. We will discuss ways you can add your own educational material to the site and how your students can benefit from interacting with this platform.

Please register through the Workshop Registration System. 

Call for short tutorial presenters—share your AI experience at our upcoming workshop.

Workshop Title: Augmented Human Intelligence in the Age of AI
Date: Saturday, April 19
Time: 2:00–6:00 p.m.
Location: LoRusso Alumni and Visitor Center

We are excited to announce an upcoming event that explores how human and artificial intelligence can work together to enhance learning, creativity, and innovation—and we want you to be part of it!

As part of the program, we are inviting members of the Buffalo State community to give a 15-minute tutorial sharing their personal or professional experience with AI. Whether you have used AI in your teaching, research, creative work, or daily life, we’d love to hear your story.

This is a great opportunity to:

• Inspire others by sharing how AI has impacted your work or thinking
• Join a dynamic lineup that includes a keynote presentation and hands-on workshops
• Connect with students, alumni, faculty, and community partners
• Help shape the conversation about AI’s role in the future of human intelligence

This workshop is sponsored by the Buffalo State University GAC, Provost’s Office, DSA Students and Alumni, School of Education, Independent Health, and M&T Bank.

Interested in speaking? Please contact carbonjo@buffalostate.edu, therinac@buffalostate.edu, liuz@buffalostate.edu, or ansarinh@buffalostate.edu by Sunday, April 6.

Let’s explore the future of augmented intelligence—together.

Workshop Title: Augmented Human Intelligence in the Age of AI

Date: Saturday, April 19
Time: 2:00–6:00 p.m.
Location: LoRusso Alumni and Visitor Center
Sponsor: Buffalo State University GAC, Provost's Office, DSA Students and Alumni, School of Education, Independent Health, and M&T Bank

Join us for an insightful and interactive event exploring the intersection of human intelligence and artificial intelligence. This event will feature a keynote presentation and hands-on workshops designed to increase awareness, develop practical AI skills, foster networking, and promote continued engagement with AI.

Why Attend?

• Expand Your Understanding: Gain a deeper insight into AI's impact on various fields.
• Gain Hands-On Experience: Participate in practical workshops designed to help you apply AI skills in your professional context.
• Build Meaningful Connections: Engage with professionals and like-minded individuals to expand your network.
• Stay Engaged with AI: Discover future opportunities to continue learning and applying AI in your work.

UPDATED INFORMATION (Workshop flyer) 

REGISTRATION

For inquiries, write to carbonjo@buffalostate.edu, therinac@buffalostate.edu, liuz@buffalostate.edu, or ansarinh@buffalostate.edu.