Office Closed
2016-09-05 | NY
The GSA office will be closed for Labor Day observance.

Discount AMC Movie Tickets Available
2016-09-06, 2016-10-03 | NY
GSA will have discount AMC Movie Tickets available for sale on September 6th at the SBI Ticket Offices (221 Student Union and 350 Harriman Hall) for $6 each. 1 per UB ID. Tickets can be used for all movies at AMC theatre locations. Limited quantity available. First come, first served.

MDRF Grant Application Workshop
2016-09-06 11:00 - 12:30, 2016-09-07 17:00 - 18:30 (America/New_York) | GSA Conference Room, 310A Student Union, University at Buffalo, Buffalo, NY, 14260, United States
The Fall deadline for Mark Diamond Research Fund (MDRF) applications is Friday, September 23, 2016. Grant applications are for research to be conducted November 1, 2016 to October 31, 2017. The MDRF Director will be holding grant writing workshops on the dates below to go over the application, instructions, the review process and to answer any questions:
Tuesday, September 6th at 11:00am in 310 Student Union
Wednesday, September 7th at 5:00pm in 310 Student Union
Attendees should bring a copy of the most recent application and instructions.
If you have any questions, please contact Jennifer at gsa-mdrf@buffalo.edu.

September Senate Meeting
2016-09-07 18:30 - 21:30 | 330 Student Union, 330 Student Union, University at Buffalo, Buffalo, NY, 14260, United States
GSA Senate meetings are open to the public, but only designated representatives from Departmental and International clubs may vote. Sign-in begins at 6:00 pm so that the meeting can begin promptly at 6:30 pm.

Deadline for October Conference Funding Applications
2016-09-15 | NY
All applications for Conference Funding for conferences during the month of October are due in the GSA office by the close of business.

South Campus Siesta
2016-09-16 16:00 - 18:00 | 105 Harriman Hall, 105 Harriman Hall, University at Buffalo, Buffalo, NY, 14260, United States
Free food and beverages for graduate students at South Campus.

Brewery Tour and Beer Tasting
2016-09-17 12:00 - 15:00 | Big Ditch Brewery, 55 E. Huron St., Buffalo, NY, 14203, United States
Tickets include a tour of the facility, 4 beer samplings, and snacks.
Tickets on sale August 29th at the SBI Ticket Offices (221 Student Union and 350 Harriman Hall) for $12 each. 2 per UB ID.
Limited quantity available. First come, first served.
*PLEASE NOTE THAT YOU WILL NEED PHOTO ID FOR PROOF OF AGE FOR SAMPLES*

October Group Funding Applications Deadline
2016-09-21 | NY
Application materials are due for Special Activities, Interdepartmental Activities, Symposium, Community Outreach and Scholarly Publication funding for events occurring after the October Senate meeting. All application materials due in the GSA office by the close of business.

Captains Mark and Scott Kelly ~ Distinguished Speaker Series
2016-09-22 20:00 - 22:30 | Alumni Arena, Alumni Arena, University at Buffalo, Buffalo, 14260
Free tickets available now for graduate students at the Alumni Arena Box Office. 1 per UB ID.
Captains Mark & Scott Kelly | Sept. 22, 2016

Mark Kelly, Commander of the Space Shuttle Endeavor’s Final Mission and Retired U.S. Navy Captain

About Captain Mark Kelly

Already an experienced aviator and retired U.S. Navy Captain, Mark Kelly began his career as an astronaut in 1996. During his illustrious career with NASA, he spent more than 50 days in space and commanded both the Space Shuttle Endeavour, including its final flight in May 2011, and Space Shuttle Discovery, and is one of only two individuals who have visited the International Space Station on four different occasions.
Mark Kelly is also a #1 New York Times best-selling author and a founder of World View Enterprises, a company pioneering a new frontier at the edge of space.
In January 2011, Mark Kelly became the center of international attention after the assassination attempt on his wife, former U.S. Congresswoman Gabrielle Giffords. Their story captivated the nation and resulted in the couple becoming an unequivocal symbol of strength and perseverance.

For source or more information, please visit:

Agency Listing

NASA Bio

Personal Website

Scott Kelly, History-Making Astronaut and Retired U.S. Navy Captain

About Captain Scott Kelly

Back from his historic record-breaking “Year In Space,” NASA astronaut Captain Scott Kelly has laid the groundwork for the future of space travel and exploration.
An astronaut since 1996, Scott Kelly’s achievements over his illustrious 20-year career with NASA earned him the coveted position as America’s first year-round astronaut. On his historic mission that spanned from March 2015 to March 2016, Kelly and Russian cosmonaut Mikhail Kornienko conducted experiments, reconfigured station modules, and captivated the world with live interviews and never-seen-before photos from the International Space Station.
The historic mission also included NASA’s groundbreaking Twins Study, in which Scott Kelly’s identical twin brother, retired NASA astronaut Captain Mark Kelly served on the ground as a control model in an unprecedented experiment to understand how space affects the human body.
Prior to his career with NASA, Scott Kelly served 25 years in the U.S. Navy, retiring as an experienced aviator and decorated Captain.

For source or more information, please visit:

Agency Listing

NASA Biography

News Feature

Lecture Sponsor(s)

School of Engineering and Applied Sciences

MDRF Fall Application Deadline
2016-09-23 | NY
Deadline for MDRF grant applications for research to be conducted between November 1, 2016 and October 31, 2017.
All application materials are due to the GSA office by 3pm.

Chemical & Biological Engineering Research Symposium
2016-09-23 11:00 - 17:00 | Center for the Arts, Buffalo, NY, United States
The Chemical and Biological Engineering Department’s annual research symposium is an event where the department’s graduate students present a poster on their current research and two students, in the final year of their dissertation, give an oral presentation. The event’s keynote address is given each year by a distinguished guest lecturer. This year’s guest speaker will be: Mehmet Toner, the Helen Andrus Benedict Professor of Biomedical Engineering, Harvard Medical School and Founding Co-Director of the Institute for Bioengineering and Biotechnology, a division of Surgery at the Massachusetts General Hospital.
The department is also hosting an alumni mixer/social after the symposium to give current students a chance to discuss research interests and careers with alumni. We are expecting around 300 attendees at the event. There is significant student involvement in the event planning. Specifically, the student poster competition is run by the CBE-GSA officers, who instruct the judges, manage the viewing times, review the scores, and award the winners. The officers are also involved with the symposium preparatory work and share a role in advertising.
Sponsored by the Graduate Student Association

Mid-Autumn Festival
2016-09-25 19:00 - 22:00 | Student Union Theater, 201 Student Union, University at Buffalo, Buffalo, NY, 14260, United States
Mid-Autumn Festival is one of the activities Chinese Students & Scholars Association (CSSA) hosts every year. The purpose is to help students from other cultural backgrounds to better understand Chinese culture through this traditional festival. A ticket is required for dinner and released in advance for free. (1 ticket per UB card). Ticket is not required for culture show.
Free tickets will be distributed at the SBI Ticket Office (221 Student Union and 350 Harriman Hall) from September 21st to September 23rd. Limited quantity available. First come, first served.
Sponsored by the Graduate Student Association

Mandatory Officer Training Meeting
2016-09-26 12:00 - 14:00, 2016-10-12 10:00 - 12:00, 2016-10-13 19:00 - 21:00 | 330 Student Union, 330 Student Union, University at Buffalo, Buffalo, NY, 14260, United States
In order to ensure that all club officers understand the system of encumbrances, reimbursements, special funding requests, etc., the GSA Executive Committee sets up a series of special meetings for GSA club officers.
These meetings will review GSA club policies and guidelines, and will outline your duties as officers. Please be advised that your attendance at one of these meetings is MANDATORY, for club Presidents and Treasurers. Your other club officers and club members are welcome, but this is a meeting for you. If you fail to attend, your club’s budget for the year will be frozen.
Each meeting will be about an hour and a half. Choose the meeting with the most convenient date and time from the following list:
Sept. 26 (Monday) 12:00 p.m. – 330 Student Union, North Campus
Oct. 12 (Wednesday) 10:00 a.m. – 330 Student Union, North Campus
Oct. 13 (Thursday) 7:00 p.m. – 330 Student Union, North Campus
Oct. 14 (Friday) 4:00 p.m. – 105 Harriman Hall, South Campus

Club Recognition Application Deadline
2016-09-28 | NY
According to the mandate of the Graduate Student Association (GSA) Senate, Special Interest and International Clubs must apply for annual recognition. Recognition must take place at one of the FALL GSA Senate Meetings (September 7, October 5, November 2 or December 7).
All application materials are due in the GSA office before the close of business to have your club’s recognition considered at the October 5th Senate Meeting.

Finance Committee Meeting
2016-09-28 19:00 - 21:00 | GSA Conference Room, 310A Student Union, University at Buffalo, Buffalo, NY, 14260, United States
Finance Committee meeting to review group funding requests for events to take place in October or later.

Club Election and Activation Paperwork Deadline
2016-09-30 | NY
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 Friday, September 30th or your funds will be frozen.
For Departmental Clubs:
Club Data Form
Officer Election Verification Form
Senate Election Verification Form
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)
Copies of UB ID Cards for four (4) club officers
Copies of UB ID Cards for six (6) club members
List of Members

Rising Up: Resurgences and Revivals in the Ancient World Conference
2016-10-01 09:00 - 17:00 | 112 O’Brian Hall, Buffalo, NY, 14260, United States
Conference Title: Rising Up: Resurgences and Revivals in the Ancient World
Keynote Speaker: Steven Tuck, Miami University
Just as the city of Buffalo is currently undergoing a resurgence, so do many aspects of the ancient world. The trope of the rise and fall of civilizations is a popular one in studies of antiquity, but the idea of a resurgence and revival is also prevalent. From individuals returning to power from a period of exile to the revival of a particular artistic or literary style, resurgences were crucial developments in the study of ancient societies, affecting the archaeological, historical and literary traditions. By examining resurgences and revivals, one can better grasp the preferences and desires of individuals and communities. Even in current scholarship, Classics has often faced a decline and subsequent renaissance in interest among both scholars and the general public. This conference aims to explore the numerous dimensions and complexities of resurgences and revivals in both antiquity and its impact on scholarship within modern academia.
Questions to be considered include: What are the circumstances needed for a resurgence of a civilization to occur? Why would one choose to revive a particular style, whether in art, architecture, or literature? Who could ignite a resurgence or how could an individual impact a resurgence? How can these trends be seen in material culture? What literary styles and traditions see a revival and how do they come into being? Does the meaning of a resurgence change depending on contemporary political, economic, social or geographical framework?
There is a wide array of evidence that can be used to address such inquiries, spanning the Classical sub-disciplines. Examples of these types of evidence include ancient prose and poetry, monuments, pottery, sculpture, epigraphy, numismatics, burial customs and modern reception studies.
Possible paper topics include but are not limited to the following:

historical figures and families who made a comeback or return to power
revival of a particular artistic or architectural style
reuse of particular literary styles
reuse of certain myths or historical stories in both text and material culture
revival of the study of Classics and archaeology throughout history
individuals who facilitated resurgence in the ancient world
scholars who transformed the discipline of Classics and archaeology
effects of resurgence on elite and non-elite populations
effects of resurgence on economy and population growth
fluctuations in activity at religious cults or temples
revival of ancient customs in later periods
revitalization of cities
revival in burial practices
resurgences of ideas and beliefs

The presenters for this conference were chosen as follows: they sent in anoynomous abstracts, which were then lettered (A-H) and sent out to the members of the Classics Graduate Student Association. Then, the CGSA members were asked to number the abstracts in order of their preference (1-8). The keynote speaker was chosen in the same manner.
Sponsored by the Graduate Student Association

Silo City Grain Elevator Tour
2016-10-01 13:00 - 15:30 | Silo City, 120 Silo City Row, Buffalo, NY, 14203
Tickets on sale September 6th at the SBI Ticket Offices (221 Student Union and 350 Harriman Hall) for $15 each. 2 per UB ID.
Limited quantity available. First come, first served.
*PLEASE NOTE THAT THIS IS A WALKING TOUR TO THE TOP OF THE GRAIN ELEVATORS. NOT FOR PEOPLE WITH A FEAR OF HEIGHTS.*

Fall Fee Waiver Deadline
2016-10-03 | NY
Applications for a waiver of any applicable Fall semester student activity fees ($64) are due in GSA office by close of business.
Fee waivers may be granted to students who are located at least 75 miles from Buffalo, or who suffer unusual financial hardship. Graduate students who have their fees waived will be ineligible for all GSA services.

October Senate Meeting
2016-10-05 18:30 - 21:30 | Student Union Theater, 201 Student Union, University at Buffalo, Buffalo, NY, 14260, United States
*PLEASE NOTE THE VENUE CHANGE FOR THE OCTOBER SENATE MEETING*
STUDENT UNION THEATER
GSA Senate meetings are open to the public, but only designated representatives from Departmental and International clubs may vote. Sign-in begins at 6:00 pm so that the meeting can begin promptly at 6:30 pm.

Career Perspectives and Networking Conference
2016-10-06 13:00 - 18:00 | Davis Hall, Buffalo, NY, 14260, United States
The mission of the annual Career Perspectives and Networking Conference (CPNC) is to forge lasting connections between industry leaders and the brightest minds coming out of UB. It is the goal of this event to promote the true excellence of graduate students in UB’s School of Engineering and Applied Sciences and to give companies who have shown their commitment to the School prime access to these distinguished students. This one-day event provides a platform for our talented graduate students to actively engage with career and networking experts from industry as well as the office of career services at UB. SEAS gruaduate students are primairly responsible for putting this event together, with support and guidance by administrators in the SEAS graduate office.
Sponsored by the Graduate Student Association

Java Junction
2016-10-07 11:00 - 13:00 | GSA Conference Room, 310A Student Union, University at Buffalo, Buffalo, NY, 14260, United States
Free Tim Horton’s coffee and doughnuts for graduate students in the GSA office.

Argentine Tango Practica
2016-10-10 18:30 - 22:00 | 105 Harriman Hall, 105 Harriman Hall, University at Buffalo, Buffalo, NY, 14260, United States
The Argentine Tango Club will be offering Tango Lessons and a Practica every Monday through the end of the Fall semester in 105 Harriman Hall on South Campus from 6:30 – 10:00pm. The events are free for UB students and $5 for the general public.
Schedule of Events:
Monday, October 10 2016, 6:30 PM to 10:00 PM – Practica
Monday, October 17 2016, 6:30 PM to 10:00 PM – Lesson 1 (6:30pm to 7:30pm) + Practica (7:30pm to 10:00pm)
Monday, October 24 2016, 6:30 PM to 10:00 PM – Lesson 2 (6:30pm to 7:30pm) + Practica (7:30pm to 10:00pm)
Monday, October 31 2016, 6:30 PM to 10:00 PM – Lesson 3 (6:30pm to 7:30pm) + Guided Practica (7:30pm to 8:30pm) + Regular Practica (8:30 to 10:00pm)
Monday, November 14 2016, 6:30 PM to 10:00 PM – Lesson 4 (6:30pm to 7:30pm) + Practica (7:30pm to 10:00pm)
Monday, November 21 2016, 6:30 PM to 10:00 PM – Lesson 5 (6:30pm to 7:30pm) + Practica (7:30pm to 10:00pm)
Monday, November 28 2016, 6:30 PM to 10:00 PM – Lesson 6 (6:30pm to 7:30pm) + Guided Practica (7:30pm to 8:30pm) + Regular Practica (8:30 to 10:00pm)
Monday, December 5 2016, 6:30 PM to 10:00 PM – Practica

Mandatory Officer Training Meeting
2016-10-14 16:00 - 18:00 | 105 Harriman Hall, 105 Harriman Hall, University at Buffalo, Buffalo, NY, 14260, United States

GSA Wine Tour
2016-10-16 11:00 - 16:30 | NY
Tickets include transportation to and from UB, wine tastings at three Lockport area wineries (Victorianbourg Wine Estate, Schulze Vineyards, and Black Willow Winery), and lunch (various subs and snacks from Wegman’s). Tickets on sale September 19th 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 10:30am and the bus will be leaving at 11:00am SHARP! Please note that the return time (4:30pm) is approximate and may vary. NO REFUNDS FOR LATE ARRIVALS!

Deadline for November Conference Funding Applications
2016-10-17 | NY
All applications for Conference Funding for conferences during the month of November are due in the GSA office by the close of business.
