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«  October 2008  »

Cornel West Speaks Nov. 6; Sold Out
Friday, October 31, 2008

The United Students Government is proud to present Cornel West, one of America's most provocative public intellectuals, on Thursday, Nov. 6, at 7 p.m. in the Performing Arts Center at Rockwell Hall. [more…] 

Armed Services Reunion 2008
Friday, October 31, 2008

Faculty, staff, and students are cordially invited to join alumni at the fourth annual Armed Services Reunion honoring Buffalo State alumni, emeriti, students, faculty, and staff who have served or are serving in any branch of the United States or Allied military services. [more…] 

Famed Irish Fiddler Eileen Ivers Celebrates the Holidays at Rockwell Hall
Thursday, October 30, 2008

Eileen Ivers captures the spirit and magic of the season in her heartwarming holiday show "An Nollaig: An Irish Christmas" on Saturday, December 20, at 8:00 p.m. at the Performing Arts Center. [more…] 

Ahoy Mates!
Wednesday, October 29, 2008

The Buffalo State Food and Thought Luncheon Series continues with lunch and a tour of the Buffalo State College Maritime Center, on Friday, November 7, 2008, at 12:00 p.m. The Maritime Center is located at 901 Furhmann Boulevard in Buffalo and transportation is being provided (if needed). [more…] 

Kissing Bridge Ski Packages Available through the Alumni Office!
Wednesday, October 22, 2008

The Buffalo State Alumni Association has partnered with Kissing Bridge and is proud to offer members of the Buffalo State College Community an opportunity to save money when they ski/snowboard at Kissing Bridge Ski Area this winter.  [more…] 

Bayou Soul Troubadour Marc Broussard Debuts New Album at Rockwell Hall Show
Friday, October 17, 2008

Marc Broussard is a self-proclaimed "white boy singing soul music," but that playfully dismissive tag doesn't do him justice. His music radiates soulful Louisiana blues, but his songs blend those influences with raucous rock 'n' roll to create unique and infectious music. Marc Broussard celebrates the release of his latest recording with a concert at Rockwell Hall on Saturday, November 15 at 8:00 p.m. Josh Hoge and the Gabe Dixon Band will open the show. This concert is part of the Performing Arts Center's 2008-2009 Great Performers Series, presented by M&T Bank. [more…] 

Buffalo State College Chosen for U.S. Marshals Service Co-op Program
Tuesday, October 14, 2008

Buffalo State College has been selected to participate in the prestigious U.S. Marshals Service (USMS) Centralized Student Career Experience Program (CSCEP). This honor makes Buffalo State one of only two colleges in New York State and the only SUNY institution to offer this prized opportunity to its students. [more…] 

Casino Night
Wednesday, October 08, 2008

The Buffalo State Alumni Association invites you to our second annual Casino Night, Friday, October 17, 2008, from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. in the Hawk Room at the Seneca Niagara Casino and Hotel, Niagara Falls. The odds of having a great evening at this event are in your favor.  [more…] 

Defensive Driving Classes Being Offered!
Tuesday, October 07, 2008

The Buffalo State Alumni Association has teamed up with Liberty Mutual to offer defensive driving classes to Buffalo State faculty, staff, alumni and students on Saturday, October 18, and Saturday, December 6,2008, from 9:00 a.m. – 3:30 p.m., in Ketchum Hall 219. Save money on your auto insurance by taking this class offered through Liberty Mutual Insurance Group.  [more…] 

4th Annual Armed Services Reunion
Sunday, October 05, 2008

Join Buffalo State graduates, students, emeriti, faculty and staff who have served or are serving in any branch of the United States or Allied military services at a special Armed Services Reunion on Sunday, November 16. This event is taking place at 1:00 p.m. in Butler Library 210. The program includes lunch and a performance by the Silas L. Boyd Memorial A Cappella Alumni Choir. Following lunch, a brief ceremony will be held at the monument, which was dedicated in 2005 at the first reunion. All participants are also encouraged to attend a free concert by the Rampart Winds Air Force Academy Woodwind Quartet at the Performing Arts Center at Rockwell Hall (http://www.buffalostate.edu/pac/season/rampart.asp).  [more…] 

Jazz Ensemble Reception/Concert
Friday, October 03, 2008

The Buffalo State Alumni Association invites you to attend a special reception preceding the Jazz Ensemble concert at the Performing Arts Center at Rockwell Hall on Thursday, November 20, 2008. Stop by the Metcalfe Room in Rockwell Hall for refreshments followed by an opportunity to hear our accomplished student musicians. The reception starts at 7:00 p.m., and the concert starts at 8:00 p.m. For reservations, call the Alumni Affairs Office at (716) 878-6001. [more…] 

Asarese Youth Center Holiday Clothing Drive
Friday, October 03, 2008

The Office of College and Community Partnerships and the Buffalo State College Alumni Association are collecting toiletry items for the Asarese Youth Center. The items will be placed in 2008 holiday bags and distributed to the 100 children who attend the center. Many of these youth live in poverty and often do not have items that we take for granted like shampoo, deodorant, toothpaste, toothbrushes, lotion, combs, soap, etc.  [more…] 

Old School Greek Reunion
Thursday, October 02, 2008

On October 2-5, 2008, alumni from local area colleges and universities will be hosting a reunion in Buffalo, New York. This coalition is comprised of individuals who pledged international Greek letter organizations in the '70s and '80s which include Alpha Phi Alpha fraternity, Alpha Kappa Alpha sorority, Kappa Alpha Psi fraternity, Delta Sigma Theta sorority, Omega Psi Phi fraternity, Phi Beta Sigma fraternity, Zeta Phi Beta sorority and Sigma Gamma Rho sorority. [more…] 

12th Annual Bengal 5K Run & Fun Walk
Thursday, October 02, 2008

On your mark, get set, go – sign up for the annual Bengal 5K Run & Fun Walk, on Saturday, March 14, 2009, at 9:30 a.m., on the Buffalo State College campus. Proceeds benefit the Buffalo State Alumni Association’s Legacy Scholarship Fund. Legacy scholarships are awarded annually to Buffalo State students who are children and grandchildren of alumni. Pre-registration fee: $16 – Buffalo State Alumni/Faculty/Staff; $10 Student (pre-registration by March 11); $18 and $12 respectively (after March 11). [more…] 

Casting Hall Reunion and Cast Party
Wednesday, October 01, 2008

Reunite with Casting Hall alumni at a Casting Hall Reunion, March 20-21, 2009. On Friday, March 20, meet today’s students and network with other Casting Hall alumni. Enjoy a reception and a performance of The Grapes of Wrath on March 21. Save the Dates and stay tuned for more details. To add your name to the mailing list for this special reunion weekend, contact the Alumni Affairs Office at (716) 878-6001. [more…]