The Study Abroad Programs office is hosting their annual Study Abroad Fair on Wednesday, September 19th, from 10 a.m. until 2 p.m. The event will be hosted at the Center for the Arts Atrium, which can be found just past the main entrance of the building. Over 240 different study abroad programs will be presented by representatives from 13 different SUNY universities including UB. These programs stretch across the globe, ranging in regions on 6 continents and over 30 different counties. Representatives at the fair will be happy to answer any questions you may have about their programs, various countries, financing, scholarships, or any other inquiries you may have. Whether you have been abroad already, currently researching countries and/or programs that interest you, or are new to the study abroad concept, all are welcome. So let your imagination go wild, ponder the global possibilities, and bring your curiosity with you on Wednesday, September 19th at the Center for the Arts Atrium.
Please do not hesitate to contact our office if you have any questions regarding Study Abroad Programs or the upcoming fair.
We hope to see you soon!
Sincerely,
Will Schenk
Graduate Assistant
Study Abroad Programs
University at Buffalo
210 Talbert Hall
Buffalo, New York 14260-1604
Tel: 716-645-3912
Fax: 716-645-6197
studyabroad@buffalo.edu
www.buffalo.edu/studyabroad
Posted by jdudek on August 31, 2007 in Internships
Special Event/Corporate Relations Internship
Position Summary:Â Â
Responsible for successful market analysis, market penetration and development of relationships with large corporations to achieve cancer control, income development and volunteer recruitment outcomes.
Will collaborate with Director of Special Events and Director of Corporate Relations to deliver American Cancer Society programs and services to major worksites; mobilizes volunteers and corporate participation in American Cancer Society’s premier events of Daffodil Days, and Making Strides Against Breast Cancer.
Making Strides Against Breast Cancer (MSABC) is the largest breast cancer walk in Western New York, with a $500,000.00 expected income and 10,000 walker participation.
Daffodil Days (DAFF) event, a high-profile large-scale fund- and awareness-raising campaign in the seven counties of Western New York with $260,000.00 expected income and 20,000 projected product sales. Daffodils Days involves the active participation of more than 1000 corporations, hospitals, schools, and government agencies in addition to 150+ volunteers.
Working with the Director of Special Events create pre-event county penetration analysis, update database, assist in the recruitment of volunteers and coordinate corporate participation building larger market penetration, as well as coordinating the delivery of product. Sales, Communication and Public Relations majors desired but not limited too.
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Essential Functions:
• Successfully implement a special event action plan, which include Making Strides Against Breast Cancer and Daffodil Days.
• Build relationships with worksites to identify, develop and promote effective cancer control policies and wellness activities as well as sponsorships and underwriting.
• Ensure implementation of data collection for each income activity, including income/expense information and donor/volunteer records.
• Prepare pre-event and post event market analysis reports
• Create event Press Releases to entice new participation
• Work in a team environment to effectively represent the Society and its mission in the community.
Required Skills:
Proven success in sales, marketing and/or new business cultivation
Project oriented, dynamic, energetic, with demonstrated time management and multi-tasking ability
Strong knowledge of the Corporate environment
Proven interpersonal, verbal & communication skills, including telephone prospecting
Must be able to think strategically and execute detailed plans to completion
Strong constituent relationship management experience (build and leverage strategic relationships)
Computer literacy
Commitment to the mission of the American Cancer Society and help to make a difference in the lives of cancer patients
Reports to the Director of Special Events.
Sept 10th to December 5th - Flexible hours
Work location:
101 John James Audubon Parkway
Amherst, NY 14228
Flexible hours
Posted by jdudek on August 31, 2007 in Internships
Daffodil Days
Position Summary:Â (150 hour commitment)Â
Looking for individuals who aspire to be their own boss. This internship will give you experience with a proven model of Sales, Communications and Public Relations.
Responsible for successful market analysis and growth of annual American Cancer Society’s Daffodil Days (DAFF) event, a high-profile large-scale fund- and awareness-raising campaign in the seven counties of Western New York with $240,000.00 expected income. Daffodils Days involves the active participation of more than 1000 corporations, hospitals, schools, and government agencies in addition to 150+ volunteers.
Each county manager will analyze previous years sales to determine what companies/markets to concentrate the sales efforts, assist in the recruitment of volunteers and coordinate corporate participation building larger market penetration. Great for anyone who is looking to a future in Sales, Communications or Public Relations.
¼br> Essential Functions:
Increase market penetration in the county by at least 20% through Press Releases, Web-Promotions and direct communication with past participants
Identifies and assists in securing corporations for participation and donations and underwriting
Ensures implementation of data collection for each county record
Works in a team environment to effectively represent the Society and its mission in the community
Some evening and weekend event participation required the week of March 10, 2008
Required Skills:
Proven success in sales, marketing and/or new business cultivation
Project oriented, dynamic, energetic, with demonstrated time management and multi-tasking ability
Experience recruiting
Strong knowledge of and relationships with large employers in the area
Proven interpersonal, verbal & communication skills, including telephone prospecting
Must be able to think strategically and execute detailed plans to completion
Strong constituent relationship management experience (build and leverage strategic relationships)
Computer literacy
Commitment to the mission of the ACSÂ
Education:
Reports to the Director of Special Events.
Work location:
101 John James Audubon Parkway
Amherst, NY 14228
Flexible hours
Posted by jdudek on August 31, 2007 in Academics
Department of Romance Languages and Literatures
Fall 2007 French and Spanish Proficiency Exams*
Friday, September 14 4:45-6:50 PM
Clemens 322
Friday, October 5 4:45-6:50 PM
Clemens 322
For information on the tests and to Register:
http://rll.buffalo.edu/applications/language_proficiency_exam/
*This is NOT a placement exam. The exam is intended for students with 3
or more years of high school French or Spanish. It tests elementary and
intermediate level proficiency.
#Please note there is no November test.
As a way to build community and to provide additional intellectual opportunities, the Honors College has recently created the Honors College Student Association (HCSA). The primary purpose of this group will be to provide student based, student initiated academic endeavours. This is a brand new initiative and we are looking for students interested in participating. This would be a great way to build your leadership skills, get involved more fully in the Honors experience and to meet other members of the Honors community.
For additional details open the following pdf.hcsa-blog-posting.pdf
If you are interested in joining this group please email Nigel at nmarrine@buffalo.edu
Posted by Nigel Marriner on August 30, 2007 in Uncategorized
The North Campus Farmers Market is again being held this fall. The market is every Wednesday from 10 AM to 2 PM at Founders Plaza, directly outside of Capen Hall. Vendor selection includes a variety of fruits, veggies, jams, plants, desserts, etc.
Posted by Nigel Marriner on August 28, 2007 in Academics
Do you suffer from stage fright, jitters, or anxiety when you have to present in front of a group, either as part of a performance or public speaking event? If so, then MUS 340 “On The Edge” is for you. This course comes highly recommended by other Honors students.
The course meets Tuesday and Thursday from 3:00 to 4:50 p.m. and is open to anyone wanting to get comfortable on stage. The course is taught by Jean Kopperud, who has been teaching at the Julliard School for over a decade.
To sign up for the course you must go to the Music Office in 226 Baird Hall, North Campus.
This course would also meet your Gen Ed “Art” requirement.
Posted by Nigel Marriner on August 24, 2007 in Internships
 College students will serve as citizen journalists at Buffalo.comfYourHub and Buffalo.com/Spotted. As community reporters and photographers, the students would be asked to share news, thoughts and photographs regarding issues and events in their schools, neighborhoods and daily lives.
More information can be found here: Internship Info.PDF
Sick of flipping burgers? Obtain real-world job skills and enhance your résumé! The Graduate School’s fast-paced Office of Student Services has an immediate opening for a student assistant to work approximately 10 hours per week (between the hours of 9:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m.) performing general office duties. Tasks include data-entry, preparing memos, filing, photocopying, distributing mail and answering phones. Skills required for the position: familiarity with student services at UB, ability to type 40 words a minute, excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Starting salary: $7.50 per hour.
Stop by our office in 408 Capen Hall to submit an application, along with a copy of your fall class schedule. Don’t delay, interviews start immediately!
The Graduate School: 645-2939.
The University Honors College is looking for a work study student who can work between 10-15 per week particularly between 10-2, to perform general office duties including answering the phone. Please provide your resume to Chris Mast at cmast@buffalo.edu.
Applications for this position close on Friday, September 7th.
