Graduate Student Association

Office Closed
2019-07-26, 2019-08-02, 2019-08-09, 2019-08-16, 2019-08-23 | Buffalo, United States
GSA Summer Office Hours: Monday – Thursday 8:30am – 4:00pm, closed on Fridays.

Office Closed
2019-07-29 | GSA Office, 310 Student Union, University at Buffalo, Buffalo, NY, 14260-2100, United States
The GSA office will be closed on Monday, July 29th. We apologize for any inconvenience.

GSA South Campus Office Closed
2019-07-30 | GSA South Campus Satellite Office, 302 Abbott Hall, University at Buffalo, Buffalo, 14260
The GSA South Campus Office will be closed on Tuesday, July 30th. We apologize for any inconvenience.

Fellowships and Scholarships Boot Camp for PhD Students
2019-08-13 09:00 - 11:00, 2019-08-14 09:00 - 11:00 (America/New_York) | 215 Natural Science Complex, Buffalo, NY, 14260, United States
Fellowships and Scholarships Boot Camp for PhD Students
Do you have an interest in learning more about funding opportunities for graduate-level work, research or dissertation funding? This boot camp will help you prepare competitive applications. You will learn more about how to apply for funding and what review panels are looking for.
Dates: August 13 and 14
Time: 9-11 a.m.
Place: 215 Natural Science Complex
RSVP to attend the Boot Camp for PhD Students

Deadline for September Conference Funding Applications
2019-08-15 | GSA Office, 310 Student Union, University at Buffalo, Buffalo, NY, 14260-2100, United States
All applications for Conference Funding for conferences during the month of September are due in the GSA office (310 Student Union) by the close of business at 4:00pm.

Summer Paperwork Deadline
2019-08-15 | GSA Office, 310 Student Union, University at Buffalo, Buffalo, NY, 14260-2100, United States
All paperwork for pre-encumbered Summer expenditures (June – July) are due by this date, or the requests will be voided as of August 15, 2019!

National Science Foundation Graduate Research Fellowship Program (NSF GRFP) Workshops for First Year PhD Students and Rising Seniors
2019-08-15 09:00 - 11:00, 2019-08-16 09:00 - 11:00 | 107 Capen Hall, Buffalo, NY, United States
National Science Foundation Graduate Research Fellowship Program (NSF GRFP) Workshops for First Year PhD Students and Rising Seniors
The NSF Graduate Research Fellowship Program awards three-year scholarships for graduate study in mathematical, physical, biological, engineering, and behavioral and social sciences, including the history of science. This fellowship carries a stipend of $32,000 per year plus a cost of education allowance to cover tuition and fees for three years. This is a significant graduate fellowship that affords students the freedom to focus on their research and lessen the time to degree completion.
To qualify, applicants must be U.S. citizens, have U.S. national status or be permanent residents, and intend to pursue a research-based master’s or PhD program in an NSF-supported field. Applications become available in August and the deadlines vary by discipline but are generally in late October and early November.
You will learn about review criteria for the NSF GRFP and other awards, what the review panels are looking for and how to write a strong research proposal.
Dates: August 15 and 16
Time: 9-11 a.m.
Place: 107 Capen Hall
RSVP to attend the National Science Foundation Graduate Research Fellowship Program Workshops

Shakespeare in Delaware Park ~ Love's Labour's Lost
2019-08-16 18:30 - 23:00 | Delaware Park, 199 Lincoln Pkwy., Buffalo, NY, 14222, United States
GSA will be the corporate sponsor of the August 16th presentation of Love’s Labour’s Lost, 6:45pm at Delaware Park (by the Rose Garden).
Free tickets available July 15th at the SBI Ticket Office (221 Student Union).* 2 max. per UB ID. Limited quantity available. First come, first served.
Tickets include VIP seating, complimentary champagne and light hors d’oeuvres in the tent before the show.
*Until further notice, free tickets will be distributed in the GSA office (310 Student Union).
SBI Ticket Office Summer Hours (starting Monday, May 20th)
North Campus Only (221 Student Union): Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday 11:30am – 3:30pm

GSA South Campus Office Closed
2019-08-20 | GSA South Campus Satellite Office, 302 Abbott Hall, University at Buffalo, Buffalo, 14260
The GSA South Campus Office will be closed on Tuesday, July 23rd. We apologize for any inconvenience.

2019 Conference for Graduate Teaching Assistants
2019-08-23 08:30 - 12:00 | CFA Screening Room, Buffalo, NY, 14260, United States
2019 Conference for Graduate Teaching Assistants
Friday, Aug. 23, 2019 • 8:30 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
Center for the Arts, Screening Room
University at Buffalo, North Campus • 112 Center for the Arts, Buffalo, NY, 14260
Directions to the Center for the Arts
About
This FREE half-day event will provide you with valuable knowledge to further your teaching skills. Whether you are new to teaching or already have some experience, you will benefit from participating! Morning refreshments will be provided.
Sponsored by the Graduate School, in partnership with the Center for Educational Innovation.
LEARN MORE
Registration
Registration is free to the UB community.
The last day to register is Tuesday, Aug. 20, 2019 at 11:59 p.m. EST.
REGISTER NOW!
Questions? Visit the conference website for more information, or contact the CIRTL@UB Team ubcirtl@buffalo.edu, 716-645-2366.

Whirlpool Jet Boat Tour
2019-08-24 14:00 - 16:30 | Whirlpool Jet Boat Tours, 115 South Water St. , Lewiston, NY, 14092, United States
Join the GSA for a wild and wet adventure on the Niagara River!
Boat ride departs at 3:00pm, but all riders must arrive at least 45 minutes early in order to complete the liability waiver form and receive the safety training. There will be NO REFUNDS for late arrivals!
Tickets on sale August 5th at the SBI Main Office (341 Student Union) for $20 each.* 2 per UB ID.
*Purchases will have to be made with cash only, as there will not be a credit card machine available for transactions. We apologize for any inconvenience.
Limited quantity available. First come, first served.
*PLEASE NOTE* Transportation is NOT provided for this event. It is your own responsibility!
Tour leaves from 115 South Water St. Lewiston, NY 14092
Make sure to bring a towel and a change of clothes, YOU WILL GET WET!

Fall Classes Begin
2019-08-26 | Buffalo, NY, United States

MDRF Grant Application Workshop
2019-08-26 11:00 - 12:00, 2019-08-27 11:00 - 12:00, 2019-08-28 14:00 - 15:00, 2019-08-29 14:00 - 15:30 | 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 20, 2019. Grant applications are for research to be conducted November 1, 2019 to October 31, 2020. 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:
Monday, August 26, 2019 at 11:00am – 12:00pm in 310 Student Union
Tuesday, August 27 2019 at 11:00am – 12:00pm in 310 Student Union
Wednesday, August 28, 2019 at 2:00 – 3:00pm in 310 Student Union
Thursday, August 29, 2019 at 2:00 – 3:00pm in 310 Student Union
Please register for the session you plan to attend, as space is limited. *More dates may be added as necessary.*
*PLEASE NOTE* The last day to submit your application for review by the MDRF Director before submission is Wednesday, September 11, 2019 (by 4:30pm).

September Group Funding Applications Deadline
2019-08-28 | GSA Office, 310 Student Union, University at Buffalo, Buffalo, NY, 14260-2100, United States
Application materials are due for Special Activities, Interdepartmental Activities, Symposium, Community Outreach and Scholarly Publication funding for events occurring after the September Senate meeting. All application materials due in the GSA office by the close of business at 4:30pm.

Club Recognition Application Deadline
2019-08-28 | GSA Office, 310 Student Union, University at Buffalo, Buffalo, NY, 14260-2100, United States
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 4, October 2, November 6 or December 4).
All application materials are due in the GSA office before the close of business at 4:30pm to have your club’s recognition considered at the September 4th Senate Meeting.

Finance Committee Meeting
2019-08-28 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 September or later.

Office Closed
2019-09-02 | Buffalo, United States
The GSA office will be closed for Labor Day observance.

September Senate Meeting
2019-09-04 18:00 - 21:00 | 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 6:00pm so that the meeting can begin promptly at 6:30pm.

DifCon ~ Yoga, Meditation & Cultural Appropriation
2019-09-12 12:00 - 13:30 | 210 Student Union, 210 Student Union, University at Buffalo, Buffalo, NY, 14260, United States

Deadline for October Conference Funding Applications
2019-09-16 | Buffalo, NY, United States
All applications for Conference Funding for conferences during the month of October are due in the GSA office (310 Student Union) by the close of business at 4:30pm.

Discount Corn Maize Tickets Available
2019-09-16 | The Maize, 3901 Niagara Falls Blvd., North Tonawanda, NY, 14120, United States
GSA will have discount tickets available for “The Maize” Corn Maze on sale starting September 16th at the Ticket Office (online or at 221 Student Union) for $5 each. 2 per UB ID. Tickets can be used for admission on any date through October 31st. Limited quantity available. First come, first served.
