Academic advisors are available in person for drop-in advising in the Academic Advising Center located on the first floor of Butler Library, near Starbucks. We are here to assist any student at the times listed below. Although students are expected to meet with their assigned advisors regarding course selection, drop-in advisors are well equipped to offer general guidance, triage academic and personal issues, and assist students with administrative and technical processes (e.g., guiding students through using Banner or Degree Works, facilitating connections to campus resources for immediate concerns).

General Office Hours
Monday-Friday, 8:30 a.m.-5:00 p.m.

Drop-in Advising Hours
Monday, Tuesday, and Thursday, 10:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m.
Wednesday, Noon-2:00 p.m.
Friday, by appointment only

Contact Information
Location: Butler Library 149, Academic Advising General Reception
Text: (716) 687-0483
Email: advise@buffalostate.edu

The Teacher Education Council, a representative body for education programs across the university, will hold its first meeting of the semester on Friday, September 13. Please join us to hear updates on campuswide programs, projects, initiatives, and certification issues. All education faculty and staff are welcome to attend. The agenda will be distributed via email next week.

Teacher Education Council meetings will be held monthly in Cleveland Hall 418 on the following dates:

September 13, 2024 (1:00 p.m.)

October 11, 2024  (1:00 p.m.)

November 8, 2024  (1:00 p.m.)

December 13, 2024 (Noon)

January 2025 (NO MEETING)

February 14, 2025  (1:00 p.m.)

March 14, 2025  (1:00 p.m.)

April 11, 2025  (1:00 p.m.)

May 9, 2025 (Noon)

Please contact Joseph Zawicki, TEC chair and associate professor of career, technical, and science education, for additional information.

Please join the Biology Department and the Great Lakes Center today, September 9, for the seminar "Exploring Mite-y Symbioses through Genomic and Ecological Lenses," presented by Alix Matthews, postdoctoral research associate in the Department of Biological Sciences at the University at Buffalo, at 3:00 p.m. in Science and Mathematics Complex 151. Attendees are welcome to enjoy coffee and cookies during the seminar.

Abstract
Despite a long shared evolutionary history with birds, feather mites are still one of the most mysterious groups of avian symbionts. This presentation will highlight recent discoveries regarding the biodiversity, (co)evolutionary history, and functional nature of feather mites associated with a colorful group of migrants the parulid warblers. It will demonstrate how studying these tiny mites can provide significant insights into the ecology and evolution of species interactions.

Please join the Biology Department and the Great Lakes Center for the seminar "Exploring Mite-y Symbioses through Genomic and Ecological Lenses," presented by Alix Matthews, postdoctoral research associate in the Department of Biological Sciences at the University at Buffalo, on Monday, September 9, at 3:00 p.m. in Science and Mathematics Complex 151. Attendees are welcome to enjoy coffee and cookies during the seminar.

Abstract
Despite a long shared evolutionary history with birds, feather mites are still one of the most mysterious groups of avian symbionts. This presentation will highlight recent discoveries regarding the biodiversity, (co)evolutionary history, and functional nature of feather mites associated with a colorful group of migrants the parulid warblers. It will demonstrate how studying these tiny mites can provide significant insights into the ecology and evolution of species interactions.

Buffalo State University's Anne Frank Project is thrilled to announce its third Donn Youngstrom featured speaker for AFP 2024 two-time Chopped winner, psychotherapist, and social worker Lazarus Lynch, '16, who will deliver the keynote address on Tuesday, September 24, from 7:00 to 9:00 p.m. in the LoRusso Alumni and Visitor Center. Mr. Lynch will also open the festival with a workshop the following morning. AFP 2024: Home: Building Our Collective Story the 16th annual social justice festival takes place on campus September 25 and 26.

During this year's festival, we challenge our university students, faculty, staff, alumni, and off-campus audiences to define Home. Buffalo State University is a campus that welcomes students from all over the world to immerse themselves in education, diversity, and social justice. How can we bring our different stories together to build our collective story, our Home? A Home where our stories are protected, honored, and shared without fear?

At AFP 2024 - Home: Building Our Collective Story, we have the opportunity to achieve Anne Frank's wish to "repair the world" by deconstructing and rebuilding what we call Home.

View the schedule of events and register on our website today!

Questions about the festival? Please contact AFP's assistant director, Jonise Hall.

Please join us for Noche Borinqueña: An Evening of Puerto Rican Song on Thursday, October 10, from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. in Ciminelli Recital Hall. This event is part of National Hispanic Heritage Month, a monthlong celebration of the contributions of Hispanic Americans to the history, culture, and achievements of the United States. Hope to see you there.

Please join us for Mayan Astronomy on Tuesday, October 8, from 12:15 to 1:30 p.m. in the Whitworth Ferguson Planetarium. This event is part of National Hispanic Heritage Month, a monthlong celebration of the contributions of Hispanic Americans to the history, culture, and achievements of the United States. Hope to see you there.

Please join us for a Latin Dance Demonstration on Thursday, October 3, from 12:15 to 1:30 p.m. in the Campbell Student Union Assembly Hall. This event is part of National Hispanic Heritage Month, a monthlong celebration of the contributions of Hispanic Americans to the history, culture, and achievements of the United States. Hope to see you there.

Please join us for Mayan Astronomy on Tuesday, October 1, from 12:15 to 1:30 p.m. in the Whitworth Ferguson Planetarium. This event is part of National Hispanic Heritage Month, a monthlong celebration of the contributions of Hispanic Americans to the history, culture, and achievements of the United States. Hope to see you there.

Please join us for a Modern and Classical Languages Mixer on Thursday, September 26, from 12:15 to 1:30 p.m. in Buckham Hall B234. This event is part of National Hispanic Heritage Month, a monthlong celebration of the contributions of Hispanic Americans to the history, culture, and achievements of the United States. Hope to see you there.