Interested in studying away but not sure where to start? Please join us for a virtual study-away information session on Tuesday, October 27, from 12:30 to 1:30 p.m.

By attending this session, you will learn the answers to these questions:

• What exactly is study abroad?
• Why should I study abroad?
• What types of programs are available?
• Where can I study abroad?
• How much does it cost?
• What kind of classes can I take abroad?

Blackboard Collaborate session link

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Future virtual study-away information sessions:

• Thursday, November 12; 12:30–1:30 p.m.
• Monday, November 23; 2:00–3:00 p.m.

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If you are unable to attend one of our fall information sessions, we encourage you to e-mail studyaway@buffalostate.edu to request a virtual appointment.

Interested in studying away but not sure where to start? Please join us for a virtual study-away information session on Thursday, October 22, from 12:30 to 1:30 p.m.

Blackboard Collaborate session link.

By attending this session, you will learn the answers to these questions:

• What exactly is study abroad?
• Why should I study abroad?
• What types of programs are available?
• Where can I study abroad?
• How much does it cost?
• What kind of classes can I take abroad?

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Future virtual study-away information sessions:

• Tuesday, October 27; 12:30–1:30 p.m.
• Thursday, November 12; 12:30–1:30 p.m.
• Monday, November 23; 2:00–3:00 p.m.

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If you are unable to attend one of our fall information sessions, we encourage you to e-mail studyaway@buffalostate.edu to request a virtual appointment.

Interested in studying away but not sure where to start? Please join us for a virtual study-away information session on Wednesday, October 7, from 12:30 to 1:30 p.m.

Blackboard Collaborate session link

By attending this session, you will learn the answers to these questions:

• What exactly is study abroad?
• Why should I study abroad?
• What types of programs are available?
• Where can I study abroad?
• How much does it cost?
• What kind of classes can I take abroad?

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Future virtual study-away information sessions:

• Thursday, October 22; 12:30–1:30 p.m.
• Tuesday, October 27; 12:30–1:30 p.m.
• Thursday, November 12; 12:30–1:30 p.m.
• Monday, November 23; 2:00–3:00 p.m.

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If you are unable to attend one of our fall information sessions, we encourage you to e-mail studyaway@buffalostate.edu to request a virtual appointment.

Buffalo State College staff members, especially those who interact often with students, are invited to participate in the SUNY Virtual Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Discussion Forum, which will take place from October 15 to November 20.

The goal of the program is to give SUNY staff members an opportunity to discuss diversity, equity, and inclusion issues in higher education in a supportive environment to help them create the inclusive mindset and competencies they need to serve a diverse population of students and others on their campuses. The forum will take place over five weeks and will feature a mix of asynchronous (not in real time) online discussions on Workplace as well as webinars in Zoom.

Sign in to Workplace using your Buffalo State username and password. Those who sign up will be added to the Workplace group but are not obligated to participate. If the fall discussion forum is a success, it will be continued in spring 2021.

Please register online and contact Christopher Price, academic programs manager, SUNY Center for Professional Development, with questions.

Please note that as of July 2020, Adobe Sign is no longer bundled as part of Adobe Acrobat DC and is no longer covered under the SUNY license agreement with Adobe. Adobe Sign was made available through Acrobat DC for a short time only. Adobe now provides Sign as a separate enterprise tool with an additional cost and a separate contract.

If you previously used Sign to insert signatures into an existing PDF, you can find instructions on how to sign an existing PDF using Acrobat Reader DC, Mac OS Preview App, or Acrobat Reader DC (iOS and iPad OS) in this guide from Boston College. Information Technology will continue to explore other viable options.

Episode 3 of the Data Science and Analytics program podcast Buffalo State Data Talk is now available.

This podcast will introduce you to data and explore careers that involve data. This episode features Jeff Rathmann, the CEO of Silo City IT, a cybersecurity and pen-testing firm located in Buffalo. Mr. Rathmann will discuss his job as a cybersecurity expert, the skills needed to excel in the industry, and his favorite resources for becoming a better cybersecurity specialist.

Available wherever you listen to podcasts.

The Buffalo State College community is saddened by the death of Jean F. Gounard, the former director of international student affairs, who died October 1, 2020. Dr. Gounard joined the college in 1978 and retired in 2018. He is survived by his wife, Ruth Iten; two children; and three grandchildren. A local memorial service will be held next year. More information is available online.

The Great Lakes Center is pleased to present its 2019-2020 Annual Report (PDF, 10.5 MB) to the Buffalo State College community. We hope you will take a few moments to see what we have been up to this past year.

Now that the Butler Library renovation project is complete, the IT Help Desk will move into its new space at the "Ask Us" desk on the first floor of the library on Thursday, October 8, and Friday, October 9. There will be limited appointments and telephone service on these days. For the quickest response time during the move, we encourage faculty, staff, and students to request services and report issues using the self-service portal. Full-service operations are expected to resume Monday, October 12.

Throughout the academic year, the Civic and Community Engagement Office will highlight the efforts of our community-engaged and service-learning faculty members and community partners. We are grateful to all our faculty members who are engaged in this important work.

This semester, Habitat for Humanity Buffalo has partnered with SPC 307: Group Communication, taught by Ann Liao, associate professor of communication. This amazing organization is working toward positive change in the community by addressing affordable housing needs. Buffalo State College students in this course will develop a survey that will evaluate Habitat home-buyer experiences. Students will work in small groups and apply their knowledge and skills to this community issue and need.

Did you know October 5 is World Habitat Day? Habitat for Humanity joins partners from around the world to promote the United Nations' annual day recognizing the importance of shelter. Habitat for Humanity believes adequate shelter is a basic human right.

There are many ways to give support. You can volunteer your time and talents by building homes, providing administrative support, serving on support committees, or becoming a family liaison. You can also donate in-kind or shop at a Habitat ReStore. Monetary donations are also greatly appreciated. You can follow Habitat for Humanity Buffalo on social media and share information on Facebook and Twitter.  

Please consider giving your support to Habitat for Humanity during World Habitat Day. We greatly appreciate your kindness and support. For more information about Habitat for Humanity Buffalo, please visit the organization's website.