Graduate Student Association

Graduate Student Workshops on Fellowships and Scholarships
Fall Semester 2014

National Science Foundation Graduate Research Fellowship – NSF GRFP
This workshop will cover important information about applying for the National Science Foundation Graduate Research Fellowship Program. The NSF awards three-year scholarships for graduate study in mathematical, physical, biological, engineering and behavioral and social sciences, including the history of science. Applications are now available online and the deadlines vary by discipline but are generally due in late October and early November 2014. 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 workshop will cover fellowships and scholarships only open to US Citizens. Not intended for International students. For more information http://www.nsfgrfp.org/and http://www.nsf.gov/grfp.

The workshop will be held on Friday, August 29th from 9-10:30 in 107 Capen Hall, inside the Silverman Library.

Strategies to finding and winning Nationally Competitive Fellowships

This workshop will introduce various prestigious National and International Scholarships & Fellowships. These awards provide 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.

The workshop will take place on Thursday, September 4th from 12:00-1:00 pm in 107 Capen Hall, inside the Silverman Library.

Fellowships and Scholarships for Scientists, Engineers and Mathematicians

This workshop will introduce graduate fellowships specific to 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.

The workshop will take place on Friday, September 5th from 9:00-10:00 am in 107 Capen Hall, inside the Silverman Library.

Visit the National Fellowships and Scholarships website to learn more about these opportunities at www.fellowships.buffalo.edu

Check out some of the great events GSA has to offer this month!

All paperwork for pre-encumbered Summer expenditures (June – July) are due by this date, or the requests will be voided as of September 8, 2014!

The Graduate Student Association is currently seeking an Assistant Programming Coordinator. Please see the attached job description for more details about the position. We will be accepting applications now through the close of business on Friday, August 29th in the GSA Office (310 Student Union). Late or incomplete applications will not be considered.

Please note that international students holding other positions will be restricted by INS work requirements and may not be eligible to apply.

Paid participants needed for a research study. Participants will complete a 30 minute study of social relationships and cognitive processes at UB North Campus. Participants will be paid $5. Call 645-0246 for more information. Reference the Cognition & Social Relationships Study.

The University at Buffalo has a mandatory medical insurance requirement for all students attending the University.
All International students and any 9 credit hour or more domestic graduate students will be billed for medical insurance on their
HUB student account. This fee can be waivered if you have your own private health insurance that covers for more than emergencies in the
Buffalo, New York area. If you would like more information on this requirement, please visit healthinsurance.buffalo.edu.

Calling all Gay and Bisexual Men and their Allies to Buffalo’s first National Gay Blood Drive!

Hello all:

As you may know, the US Food and Drug Administration has a life-time ban on men who have had sex with men from donating blood. At the same time, there is a constant need for blood donations.

On July 11th, there will be a nationwide blood drive to bring attention to this problematic ban. and this year, for the first time, we will be holding a gay blood drive here in Buffalo. We ask gay and bisexual men to bring allies to donate in their place. The drive will be taking place on Friday, July 11, at the American Red Cross location on 786 Delaware Ave. in Buffalo. Attached please find an electronic poster with the event’s details. For more information about participating, volunteer, or to RSVP, please go to the drive’s Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/events/482218258575593/?ref_dashboard_filter=upcoming or e-mail Inbal Fischer at inbalfis@buffalo.edu.

Thanks in advance!

Best,

Inbal Fischer

Student Assistant, LGBTQ Wellness Team

U.B. Wellnes Education Services

Check out some of the great events GSA has to offer this Summer!  Keep an eye on the website and listservs for additional programs as they become available.

All paperwork for pre-encumbered Spring expenditures (January – May) are due by this date, or the requests will be voided as of July 14, 2014!

Volunteers needed for some Park Cleanup!

Location: Linear Park in South Campus Neighborhoods (Intersection of Tyler street and Angle street)

Date: Saturday, June 28

Time: 10 – 2 pm.

Come out to help and get a little dirty and work alongside residents to help show the city that the community cares about this park! Even if you/your club can only come for an hour or two – we need you!

Water and gloves/bags will be available on site – only need to bring yourself!

Please let Matt Kopalek know if you have any questions or concerns at kopalek@buffalo.edu or 829-6147.

If you need volunteer hours/community hours or just want to help around the city, this is a great opportunity.