Laverne Cox ~ Distinguished Speaker Series
2015-09-16 20:00 - 22:00 (America/New_York) | Alumni Arena, Alumni Arena, University at Buffalo, Buffalo, 14260
Laverne Cox
Free tickets are still available for graduate student at the Alumni Arena Box Office (1 per UB ID).
Transgender Advocate and Award-Winning Actress; One of TIME Magazine’s 100 Most Influential People of 2015
Laverne Cox is an Emmy-nominated actress who can be seen in the Netflix original series “Orange is The New Black” where she plays the ground breaking role of Sophia Burset. Cox is the first trans woman of color to have a leading role on a mainstream scripted television show. On the silver screen, she can be seen as ‘Deathy,’ a supporting role in the Lily Tomlin film “Grandma” from acclaimed writer and director Paul Weitz (release date: August 21, 2015). The film premiered at the 2015 Sundance Film Festival where it was acquired by Sony Picture Classics and it showed at the 2015 Tribeca Film Festival.
Cox was name one of TIME Magazine’s 100 Most Influential People of 2015. Her work as an actress and advocate landed her on the cover of TIME as well as an Emmy nomination for Outstanding Guest Actress in a Comedy Series. Cox continues to break boundaries and make history with accolades including a SAG Award for Outstanding Performance by an Ensemble in a Comedy Series, a Critic’s Choice nomination for Best Supporting Actress, and an NAACP Image Awards nomination for Outstanding Supporting Actress in a Comedy Series.

Cox has had stand out appearances on several TV shows including; the hit Fox comedy “The Mindy Project,” Bravo’s “Girlfriend’s Guide to Divorce” and MTV’s “Faking It.” She also appeared as a guest judge on “Project Runway All Stars” and hosted #GoBold brought to you by Revlon, an empowering web series celebrating bold, provocative women setting out to accomplish their goals. Her documentary “Laverne Cox Presents: The T Word” aired on MTV & Logo to impressive ratings. The hour-long documentary explored the lives of seven transgender youth from across the country and their determination to lead their lives as the people they are meant to be. Cox was the host and executive producer of the ground breaking documentary which was nominated for a GLAAD Media Award.
Cox is also producing another documentary (release: 2016) titled “Free CeCe” in order to heighten visibility and awareness surrounding CeCe McDonald, a transgender woman who was controversially sentenced to 41 months in prison for second degree manslaughter after allegedly defending herself against a racist and transphobic attack. The documentary will focus on McDonald’s case, her experiences while incarcerated in a men’s prison and the larger implications of her case for the transgender community.
In 2013 Cox won Best Supporting Actress at the Massachusetts Independent Film Festival for her work in the critically acclaimed film “Musical Chairs” directed by Susan Seidelman (“Desperately Seeking Susan”). Cox’s other acting credits include “Law and Order,” “Law and Order: SVU,” “Bored to Death,” and the independent films “Carla” and “The Exhibitionists.” Cox is the first trans woman of color to produce and star in her own television show, VH1’s “TRANSForm Me” which was nominated for a GLAAD Media Award. She is also the first trans woman of color to appear on an American reality television program, VH1’s “I Wanna Work for Diddy” for which she accepted the GLAAD media award for Outstanding Reality Program. She also received The Stephen F. Kolzak Award at the 2014 GLAAD Media Awards in Los Angeles.
In addition to her acting, Cox is a renowned speaker and has taken her empowering message of moving beyond gender expectations to live more authentically, all over the country. Her work as an advocate landed her a coveted spot as one of Glamour magazine’s 2014 Women of the Year. She is the recipient of the Dorian Rising Star Award for her work in “Orange is the New Black,” the Courage Award from the Anti-Violence Project and The Community Leader Award from the LGBT Center of New York City. She received the Reader’s Choice Award from “Out” Magazine, and was named one of The Grio’s 100 Most Influential African Americans, one of the Top 50 Trans Icons by the Huffington Post, and one of Out magazine’s Out 100. She made the Ebony Power 100 and was ranked number 5 on the 2014 Root 100 list.

For more information, please visit:

http://www.lavernecox.com/bio-2/

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BOGO Spamalot Thursday Nights at the Lancaster Opera House
2015-09-17 19:30 - 23:00 | Lancaster Opera House, 21 Central Ave., Lancaster, NY, 14086, United States
The Lancaster Opera House has a Buy One, Get On Free offer going for Thursday night performances of their current production of Monty Python’s Spamalot.
SPECIAL STUDENT OFFER: Buy One, Get One Free Spamalot Thursday Nights. Students can get two tickets for the price of one for the Thursday performances of Monty Python’s Spamalot (September 17 & 24). Tickets can be ordered in person or over the phone but you must present a valid student I.D. when picking up the tickets. Call 716-683-1776 to get your tickets. Prior sales excluded.

Free Pilot Screening of Why I Murdered My Roommate
2015-09-27 12:00 - 14:00 | North Park Theatre, 1428 Hertel Ave., Buffalo, NY, 14216, United States
The pilot screening of Why I Murdered My Roommate will take place on September 27 at 12 pm at The North Park Theatre. This is the pilot episode to a multi media series in that is set in Buffalo, created by Los Angeles natives and Buffalo natives. A 1/2 hour absurdist comedy series; It’s Always Sunny in Philadelphia meets How I Met Your Mother. A renegade street artist finds herself on the run from the law, uploading videos to the dark net in order to share her side of the story of a how a search for female friendship-led to MURDER!
Trailer- https://vimeo.com/136162793
Please go to www.whyimurderedmyroommate.com
There are 40 free tickets available for interested GSA students. Please email Tilke Hill (UB Theatre & Dance graduate student) with your contact information in order to be added to the guest list.

Spanish Conversation Table
2015-09-29 13:00 - 13:50 | 904 Clemens, Buffalo, NY, 14260, United States

Club Election and Activation Paperwork Deadline
2015-09-30 | Unnamed Venue, NY, United States
Deadline for updated Election and Club Activation Paperwork
Club packets with all required forms are available in the GSA office. All forms must be on file in the GSA office by 4:30pm on Wednesday, September 30th or your funds will be frozen.
For Departmental Clubs:
Club Data Form
Officer Election Verification Form
Senate Election Verification Form
Updated Constitution (must be approved by GSA Vice President)
New Student Orientation Sign-In Sheet
For Special Interest and International Clubs that were Early Recognized:
Club Data Form
Officer Election Verification Form
Senate Election Verification Form (International Clubs Only)
Updated Constitution (must be approved by GSA Vice President)
Copies of UB ID Cards for four (4) club officers
Copies of UB ID Cards for six (6) club members
List of Members

French Conversation Table
2015-09-30 14:30 - 15:30 | 317 Student Union, 317 Student union, University at Buffalo, Buffalo, NY, 14260, United States

Italian Conversation Table
2015-09-30 15:30 - 16:30 | 904 Clemens, Buffalo, NY, 14260, United States

UB Homecoming Kickoff Party
2015-10-02 19:00 - 21:00 | Santora’s, 7800 Transit Rd., Williamsville, NY, 14223, United States
An inaugural pre-homecoming bash. The event features tastings from 6 different UB owned breweries, wineries and distilleries. In addition to the tastings, registration includes appetizers, a complimentary beverage and sampling glass. Head football coach Lance Leipold will be on hand to meet and there will be live music! You’ll also get the chance to mix and mingle with fellow UB students and UB alumni.
Cost: $10
Registration link: http://bit.ly/1NBq7Yr

Discount AMC Movie Tickets Available
2015-10-05 | Unnamed Venue, NY, United States
MORE TICKETS WILL BE AVAILABLE NOVEMBER 2nd!!

GSA will have discount AMC Movie Tickets available for sale on October 5th at the SBI Ticket Offices (221 Student Union and 350 Harriman Hall) for $5 each. 1 per UB ID. Tickets can be used for most movies at AMC theatre locations. Limited quantity available. First come, first served.

Turkish Language Classes
2015-10-05 17:30 - 19:00 | 119 Baldy Hall, NY, United States
Turkish Language Classes
Turkish GSA is organizing Elementary Turkish 101 Classes for those who are interested in learning Turkish language as well as Turkish culture. Everybody is invited and participation is free!
Learn the Fifth Most Spoken Language in the World!
You can register via the registration form in the following link: http://goo.gl/forms/f1EkVQHZ0R
Dates: Every Monday
Time: 5:30PM – 7:00PM
Place: Baldy Hall 119, North Campus
For more information, contact Muhammed Kilinc at mkilinc2@buffalo.edu

Fellowships and Scholarships for Scientists, Engineers and Mathematicians
2015-10-07 15:00 - 16:30 | 107 Capen Hall, Buffalo, NY, United States
This workshop will introduce graduate fellowships and undergraduate scholarships specific to undergraduate and graduate students in math, science and engineering. These include the Goldwater, National Science Foundation Graduate Research Fellowship and others. This workshop will cover fellowships and scholarships only open to US Citizens. Not intended for International students.
Sessions will take place on:
Wednesday, October 7, 2015 at 3:00 in 107 Capen Hall

Francophone Film Series ~ Faat Kiné
2015-10-07 18:30 - 21:30 | Clemens 930, 930 Clemens Hall, University at Buffalo, Buffalo, NY, 14260, United States

Strategies to finding and winning Nationally Competitive Fellowships
2015-10-08 15:30 - 17:00 | 107 Capen Hall, Buffalo, NY, United States
This workshop will introduce various prestigious National and International Scholarships & Fellowships. These awards provide undergraduate and graduate funding to outstanding students. The session will begin to lay important groundwork for you by providing information and strategies to follow to maximize your success in pursuing these opportunities. This workshop will cover fellowships and scholarships only open to US Citizens. Not intended for International students.
Sessions will take place on:
Thursday, October 8, 2015 at 3:30 pm in 107 Capen

Francophone Film Series ~ Panique au Village
2015-10-14 18:30 - 21:30 | Clemens 930, 930 Clemens Hall, University at Buffalo, Buffalo, NY, 14260, United States

Liz Murray ~ Distinguished Speaker Series
2015-10-14 20:00 - 22:00 | Alumni Arena, Alumni Arena, University at Buffalo, Buffalo, 14260
Liz Murray
Free tickets are available now for graduate students at the SBI Ticket Offices (221 Student Union and 350 Harriman Hall). 1 per UB ID.
Bestselling Author of “Breaking Night: A Memoir of Forgiveness, Survival, and My Journey from Homeless to Harvard”
UB Reads Author
Liz Murray’s life is a triumph over adversity and a stunning example of the importance of dreaming big. Murray’s life as the child of cocaine-addicted parents in the Bronx was bitterly grim. There was never food in the house, everything was filthy, drugs were everywhere and the welfare checks were spent before they arrived. By age 15, Murray’s mom had died and she was homeless—living on the streets, riding the subway all night and eating from dumpsters. Amidst this pain, Murray always imagined her life could be much better than it was. Determined to take charge of her life, Murray finished high school in just two years while camping out in New York City parks and subway stations.
Lifetime Television produced a movie about Murray’s life story entitled “From Homeless to Harvard,” which premiered in April 2003. Her memoir, “Breaking Night,” was released in September 2010 and within a week landed on The New York Times bestseller list.
Murray received her B.S. in Psychology from Harvard University in June 2009. She is the recipient of Oprah Winfrey’s first ever Chutzpah Award.
For more information, please visit:

https://www.facebook.com/lizmurraybreakingnight

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Take Back the Night!
2015-10-15 18:00 - 22:00 | UB North Campus, NY, United States
Take Back the night is an event to raise awareness around sexual and domestic violence. It is a worldwide event and SBI has been the host for many years now at many different locations. For the past 3 years it has been held on North Campus to reach more students in the residence halls. Take Back The Night will be much bigger this year and we hope to break the record of attendance and hope to reach 1000 seats! In the past the attendance has been a few hundred. So this is the biggest yet!

South Campus Office Closed
2015-10-20 | Unnamed Venue, NY, United States
The GSA South Campus Office will be closed on Tuesday, October 20th. We apologize for any inconvenience.

Global Health Club Bi-Monthly Talk
2015-10-20 08:00 - 09:00, 2015-11-10 08:00 - 09:00 | 180 Farber Hall, Buffalo, NY, United States
UB Global Health Club (GHC) is a GSA-funded special interest club that aims to create a community interested in public health issues of global relevance. The club hosts two talks per month, given by people within and outside of the UB community who are involved in international public health and refugees-related issues. The talks present great opportunities for UB students to explore their areas of interest, find out more information on research and fieldwork opportunities, and become involved in local volunteer / fund-raising activities. Free breakfast and refreshments are available.

Francophone Film Series ~ Bon Cop, Bad Cop
2015-10-21 18:30 - 21:30 | Clemens 930, 930 Clemens Hall, University at Buffalo, Buffalo, NY, 14260, United States

Buffalo Sabres Hockey Game vs. New Jersey Devils
2015-10-24 19:00 - 22:00 | First Niagara Center
Buffalo Sabres Hockey Game vs. New Jersey Devils
Tickets on sale October 5th at the SBI Ticket Offices (221 Student Union and 350 Harriman Hall) for $20 each. 1 per UB ID.
Limited quantity available. First come, first served.

French Connection ~ Fall Feast
2015-10-27 19:00 - 21:00 | 904 Clemens, Buffalo, NY, 14260, United States

UB-SoFem ~ Breast Cancer Action Presentation: Breast Cancer, Racism and Classism
2015-10-29 17:00 - 18:45 | Student Union Theater, 201 Student Union, University at Buffalo, Buffalo, NY, 14260, United States
Breast cancer action presentation: Breast Cancer, Racism, and Classism – this program we’ll examine differences in how specific communities experience and are impacted by breast cancer. These disparities stem from a complex interplay of economics, power, racism, and discrimination that lead to a variety of social injustices including inequities in health care.
http://www.bcaction.org/
Pizza and soda will be served.
https://www.facebook.com/events/1074765655876777/

Trick or Eat Food Drive
2015-10-30 | GSA Office, 310 Student Union, University at Buffalo, Buffalo, NY, 14260-2100, United States
Trick or Eat is a HUGE annual food drive that helps contribute non-perishable food items to the Food Bank of WNY.
This year GSA will be participating by collecting items in the office throughout the month of October. Please bring donations in by Friday, October 30th at 2:00pm. Students in costume will be collecting all items at that time.
Suggestions for donations include: canned fruits and vegetables, dry whole grain pastas and cereals, etc. Personal care items and baby items are also needed, such as toothpaste, shampoo, diapers, baby food and formula.

GSA Wine Tour
2015-11-01 11:00 - 16:30 | Unnamed Venue, NY, United States
Transportation, wine tastings at three Lockport area wineries (Flight of Five Winery, Niagara Landing Wine Cellars, and A Gust of Sun Winery), and lunch are included (various subs and chips from SubDelicious). Tickets on sale October 12th at the SBI Ticket Offices (221 Student Union and 350 Harriman Hall) for $20 each. 2 per UB ID.
We will be meeting in the Alumni Arena Parking Lot at 11:00am and the bus will be leaving at 11:30am SHARP! Please note that the return time is approximate and may very. NO REFUNDS FOR LATE ARRIVALS!

Discount AMC Movie Tickets Available
2015-11-02 | Unnamed Venue, NY, United States
GSA will have discount AMC Movie Tickets available for sale on November 2nd at the SBI Ticket Offices (221 Student Union and 350 Harriman Hall) for $5 each. 1 per UB ID. Tickets can be used for most movies at AMC theatre locations. Limited quantity available. First come, first served.

Intellectual Property Law Workshop
2015-11-03 16:00 - 17:30 | 104 O’Brian Hall, NY, United States
Free workshop on Intellectual Property Law for students, engineers, and academics. The two presenters are practicing attorneys from the local IP firm Simpson & Simpson, one practicing trademark law and the other patent law.

Matilda the Musical
2015-11-06 20:00 - 23:30 | Shea’s Performing Arts Center, 646 Main Street, Buffalo, NY, 14202, United States
Tickets on sale October 12th at the SBI Ticket Offices (221 Student Union and 350 Harriman Hall) for $25 each. 2 per UB ID. Limited quantity available. First come, first served.

GSEU Member Meeting
2015-11-09 12:00 - 14:00 | 200-A Commons, NY, United States
All the GSEU members are encouraged to attend the meeting. You only have to attend one of them. Food will be provided.

Argentine Tango Practica
2015-11-09 19:30 - 22:00 | 105 Harriman Hall, 105 Harriman Hall, University at Buffalo, Buffalo, NY, 14260, United States
The Argentine Tango Club will be offering a Practica every Monday through the end of the semester in 105 Harriman Hall on South Campus from 7:30 – 10:00pm.
