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Free American Sign Language Class for Faculty, Staff, and Graduate Students Spring 2020

The PCDI Committee on Accessibility is extremely pleased to announce a FREE American Sign Language (ASL) class for faculty, staff, and graduate students to be held Tuesday mornings from 10 – 11:30 am beginning in February 2020. [posted 2019-12-04]

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Collections Being Taken for Tuttle North Cleaner, Holley Fire Victim

We are taking collections for one of our cleaners, Koreena Couch, who was affected by the Holley Fire [posted 2020-01-17]

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Winter Session Office Hours Ending

The observance of winter office hours (8 am - 4 pm) ends on Wednesday, January 22. [posted 2020-01-17]

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2020 Jobs and Internships Fair

March 4, 2020

1:00 pm–04:00 pm

Helping students prepare for life after Brockport!
[posted 2020-01-20]

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Nominate Your Student for the National Student Employee of the Year Award!

February 15, 2020

If you supervise undergraduate or graduate students, please consider nominating one who you believe goes above and beyond and deserves recognition for the Student Employee of the Year Award.
[posted 2020-01-10]

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Polar Plunge 2020

February 9, 2020

12:00 pm–02:00 pm

Polar Plunge is Sunday, February 9, and we would love to have your participation to help raise awareness and money for the Special Olympics! Join us as we go on our journey where we will be “Freezin’ For A Reason!”
[posted 2020-01-10]

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Ying-Freer Duo (Including One-Quarter of the Ying Quartet) to Play Concert on February 7

February 7, 2020

7:30 pm–09:00 pm

Concert program is entitled “di•vers•it•y,” celebrating composers from various cultures.
[posted 2020-01-21]

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Donation baskets for Western New York School Counselor Conference

February 5, 2020

8:00 am–04:00 pm

This is a call to all faculty, staff, departments, and community members to donate raffle baskets to benefit the M.K. Gandhi Institute for Nonviolence at the annual WNYSCC conference.
[posted 2019-09-24]

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We Back Pat - Alzheimer's Awareness Game(s)

January 31, 2020

4:30 pm–09:30 pm

Be a part of "A Great Place to Work" - help raise awareness for Alzheimer's by participating in "We Back Pat" and support Brockport's men and women as they battle Potsdam on the basketball court, Friday, January 31.
[posted 2020-01-14]

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"Restorative Justice as a Response to Campus Misconduct" Webinar

January 28, 2020

1:00 pm–02:00 pm

Please join the Office of Residential Life/Learning Communities and the Office of Student Conduct to learn more about "Restorative Justice as a Response to Campus Misconduct" in the Thompson Smart Classroom.
[posted 2020-01-14]

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Open Office Hours with President Macpherson

January 27, 2020

1:25 pm–02:15 pm

President Macpherson is holding open office hours on Monday, January 27, from 1:25 - 2:15 pm, in the Seymour College Union, room 187.
[posted 2020-01-21]

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Interested in teaching a 100% online course or using Blackboard in your face-to-face class?

January 27, 2020

Register for the Spring 2020 Introduction to Online Teaching program. Orientation Week is January 27 - 31. The course is February 3 - 28.
[posted 2020-01-13]

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New Year, New Location!

January 23, 2020

12:00 am

The Office of Career Services is moving to the second floor of Dailey Hall! The office will be closed January 21 and 22 as a result.
[posted 2020-01-15]

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Blackboard Support at Jitterbugs – Today (January 21) and Tomorrow (January 22)

January 21, 2020

9:00 am–11:00 am

Meet our team for coffee and Blackboard support.
[posted 2020-01-21]

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Sign up for New! MachForm Version 12 Workshops in January and February

January 16, 2020

10:30 am–12:00 pm

Our UPDATED MachForm workshop series reflects all the changes and new features in MachForm v12.
[posted 2020-01-10]

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The Douglas A. Feldman LGBTQ Paper Award is accepting applications until May 15

November 15, 2019

12:00 am–11:59 pm

Please promote this opportunity to students. This paper competition (see full criteria) encourages undergraduate students to submit an academic research paper that focus on the social and cultural aspects of LGBTQ life and experiences. $1,000 prize!
[posted 2019-11-15]

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Foundation Scholarships Applications Accepted November 15 through February 15: Classroom Resources & Promotional Materials

November 15, 2019

12:00 am–11:59 pm

Help is needed in promoting Brockport Foundation Scholarship opportunities, which provide recognition and financial assistance for students. Thank you for your support!
[posted 2019-11-14]

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Nicole Nabors: addictions therapist, veteran, and person living a disability

November 4, 2019

6:30 pm–08:00 pm

Nicole will be sharing her personal experiences and providing education about working with people with disabilities and encouraging inclusion.
[posted 2019-11-04]

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Questions for the Keynote - Community Reading/Diversity Conference 2019

October 17, 2019

7:00 pm–09:00 pm

We are collecting questions for the community to ask our keynote speaker, Francisco Cantu, during his address that closes out the 2019 Diversity Conference.
[posted 2019-10-10]

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EagleSUCCESS Thank You & Faculty/Staff Training

October 2, 2019

11:00 am–12:00 pm

EagleSUCCESS is designed to make our lives easier. Come learn how to maximize your usage of EagleSUCCESS including setting up advisement appointments!
[posted 2019-09-30]

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Where to Eat This Week

The Square at The Union reopens Tuesday, January 21 with serving hours of 8 am – 3 pm. View the complete schedule of dining hours using the link below.
[posted 2020-01-21]

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No More Open Office Hours! New Blackboard Support Model

In an effort to better support all faculty in the design, development, delivery and maintenance of pedagogically sound course content using Blackboard, ASIS is continuing to evolve its support model.
[posted 2020-01-21]

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Dr. Jacques Rinchard Received a $3,000 Grant from U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service

Dr. Jacques Rinchard, associate professor in the Department of Environmental Science and Ecology, received a research grant for $3,000 from the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (Vermont) for thiamine concentration determination.
[posted 2020-01-21]

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Dr. Melissa Kowalski Co-Authors a Paper

Dr. Melissa Kowalski, assistant professor in the Department of Criminal Justice, co-authored a paper regarding the effects of solitary confinement on inmates. The paper was published in The Prison Journal.
[posted 2020-01-21]

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Dr. Cody Miller Publishes Article on Young Adult Literature

Dr. Cody Miller and co-authors Mario Worlds and Tianna Dowie-Chin publish article, "From Pages to Pedagogy: Studying Fictional Social Justice English Teachers in Young Adult Literature."
[posted 2020-01-21]

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Volunteers to Evaluate the PACS System

The IRB office is asking for volunteers to evaluate the PACS system. Please note: volunteers should have experience using and navigating the PACS system and be familiar with submitting proposals.
[posted 2020-01-20]

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TAPS - An Excellent Resource for New Transfers

The College is offering four sections of the Transfer Academic Planning Seminar this spring. Students will earn one upper-division credit while connecting with various resources on campus. Please encourage new transfers to register for TAPS, GEP 300.
[posted 2020-01-20]

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IT Tech Tip: Reboot your computer regularly

It is best practice to reboot your computer regularly. Please be sure to restart your computer upon returning to campus after winter break.
[posted 2020-01-20]

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Environmental Science and Ecology faculty presented their research

Dr. Rachel Schultz and Dr. Jacques Rinchard from the Department of Environmental Science and Ecology presented their research work at the 2020 Finger Lakes Research Conference held in Geneva, NY on January 15.
[posted 2020-01-17]

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Director of Human Resources Employment Opportunity

Internal Posting
[posted 2020-01-16]

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Dr. Robert C. Schneider, Sport Management, KSSPE, & EHHS Delivers Invited Keynote Speech and Panel Member Presentation at International Conference in Jaipur, India

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[posted 2020-01-16]

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Faculty Guild Opportunity for Instructors Using OER

SUNY faculty (both full and part time) who use Open Educational Resources (OER) in their courses are eligible to participate in an online Faculty Guild fellow program starting in Spring 2020,
[posted 2020-01-16]

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Using OER in Your Courses

Faculty are encouraged to adopt Open Educational Resources (OER) this year as part of the SUNY-wide initiative to keep textbook costs affordable.
[posted 2020-01-16]

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Undergraduate Admissions Accepted Student Days

Save the dates! Undergraduate Admissions spring Accepted Student Days: March 28 and April 25.
[posted 2020-01-15]

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Dr. Eugeniya Iskrenova-Ekiert presents and publishes paper

Dr. Eugeniya Iskrenova-Ekiert, an adjunct faculty member in the Department of Computing Sciences, presented a research talk at the AIAA SciTech 2020 Forum in Orlando, FL, on January 10 and published the paper in the meeting proceedings volume.
[posted 2020-01-15]

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NETA Certifications for Group Exercise, Indoor Cycling, and Personal Training

NETA will be hosting three trainings at the SERC for those interested in becoming certified in group exercise, indoor cycling, and personal training.
[posted 2020-01-15]

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New Benefit for UUP Members: Trupanion pet insurance!

Find information regarding the new Trupanion Pet insurance for UUP members only.
[posted 2020-01-15]

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Attention: Employees who are Management Confidential, APSU, NYSCOPBA

The Employee Benefits Division of Civil Service is working with Emblem Health (GHI) to confirm dependent eligibility.
[posted 2020-01-15]

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Assistant Vice President for Human Resources

The Offices of Affirmative Action, Human Resources and Payroll
[posted 2020-01-15]

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Campus Recreation Graduate Assistant Opportunities

Campus Recreation will have two open graduate assistant positions for the Fall 2020 semester.
[posted 2020-01-14]

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Online Course Availability 1/16/2020 – What Does This Mean?

There may be some confusion as to what opening your classes are in Blackboard, what being fully developed means, and the requirements of teaching online. See below for some direction.
[posted 2020-01-14]

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Opening 100% Online Courses in Blackboard on January 16

Making courses available to students has become a simple process — one click!
[posted 2020-01-13]

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Civil Service Exam Announcements

Supervising Janitor, Head Janitor and Chief Janitor Promotion Examination Announcements and Supervising Janitor Open-Competitive Examination
[posted 2020-01-13]

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Dr. Mehruz Kamal (Computing Sciences) presents research at leading International Information Systems Conference

Dr. Mehruz Kamal (Computing Sciences) presented research at the 53rd Hawaii International Conference on System Sciences in Mauai, HI on January 8. The research is titled, "An Approach to Building ICT Capabilities in Nonprofits."
[posted 2020-01-10]

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Inaugural Washington DC Alumni-Student Trip 2020 – Please Nominate Outstanding Students

Please help identify outstanding students to join us for our first annual trip to Washington DC for a three-day and two-night excursion to connect with Brockport alumni in their places of work and gain invaluable networking experience.
[posted 2020-01-10]

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Vanessa Taylor is the successful Assistant Director of Residential Life/Learning Communities!

Following a national search, Vanessa Taylor is the successful candidate for the Assistant Director of Residential Life/Learning Communities position!
[posted 2020-01-09]

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Nominations Sought for Joint Planning & Budget Committee

Nominations are being accepted through February 17 for four position on the Joint Planning & Budget Committee.
[posted 2020-01-09]

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Reminder: Separation from Employment Policy – Days of Notice

Per College-Wide Policies, classified employees must provide a minimum of two weeks written notice for resignation, and unclassified employees must provide a minimum of 30 days written notice for resignation.
[posted 2020-01-08]

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Apply for 2020 SUNY Innovative Instruction Technology Grants (IITG)

SUNY IITG grant proposals are being accepted through February 23, 2020. Three tiers of funding will provide up to $60,000 for innovative instruction technology projects.
[posted 2020-01-08]

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Fall Parking Permits are Expiring Soon/Guest Services/Eagle Run Shuttle

Plan for your parking and transportation needs now.
[posted 2020-01-06]

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Presents for Residents

Each of the 120 Elderwood at Lakeside Nursing Home residents in Brockport received a gift this holiday season courtesy of Brockport Auxiliary Service Corporation employees.
[posted 2020-01-06]

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Automobile Mileage Rate Change

The Internal Revenue Service has announced that the personal automobile mileage rate will be $0.575 per mile effective January 1, 2020.
[posted 2020-01-06]

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New College-Wide Policy Adopted

Employee Computer Replacement Policy.
[posted 2020-01-02]

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Brockport Learn to Swim

Brockport Learn to Swim Lessons - Ages 4 and up! Registration will be online, payment is required on the first day of the session. $50 per child for the 5-week session. Checks made out to Brockport athletics (we do not accept credit cards)
[posted 2020-01-01]

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Students in Dr. Jerry Ajay's Web Application Development class present their real-world projects

This fall, students in Dr. Jerry Ajay's class presented their web development projects conducted in tandem with a non-profit, ‘Measures for Justice’, in the city of Rochester.
[posted 2019-12-11]

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Computing Sciences Students Carry Out Service Learning Projects

This fall, CIS students carried out technology interventions at local community organizations. Interventions ranged from technology training to more complex tasks, such as website development and hardware setups.
[posted 2019-12-10]

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Student Employees and Supervisors — Time Sheet Reminder

All student time sheets for hours worked during the fall semester must be submitted before students leave for winter break. Supervisors should be checking their student rosters to make sure all time sheets have been submitted.
[posted 2019-12-06]

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Chancellor’s Award for Excellence in Classified Service 2019-2020

The Chancellor’s Award for Excellence in the Classified Service has been established to recognize classified employees in SUNY for their excellence and superior service to our students and the community at large.
[posted 2019-12-06]

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Department of Women and Gender Studies to be part of the 2020 Quilt Project

The College at Brockport's Department of Women and Gender Studies faculty and students collaborated in creating a quilt square that will be on display as part of the Susan B. Anthony House 2020 Quilt Project.
[posted 2019-12-04]

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The Spectrum Calls for Completed Undergraduate Papers

The Spring 2020 deadline for paper submission is February 5, 2020.
[posted 2019-12-04]

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COSAC Scholarship Available

A scholarship for a student who is a child or grandchild of a current or retired COSAC (office support staff) member
[posted 2019-12-02]

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Closing State Offices/Directing Early Departures (Severe Weather or Other Extraordinary Circumstances)

Per the statewide policy, only the governor has the authority to close state buildings and allow employees to be absent without charge to leave credits.
[posted 2019-12-02]

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Recommend a student to be a 2020 Orientation Leader!

Do you know a student who would be a great fit for our Orientation Leader team? Please submit a referral form!
[posted 2019-12-02]

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2020 Clothesline Project

Please save the date to join us at this year’s Clothesline Project to learn more about the prevalence of violence against women and how you can help address the issue.
[posted 2019-11-27]

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Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion Champion Award Nominations Being Accepted

The Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion (EDI) Champion Award recognizes a faculty, staff, student, and alumni who have made outstanding contributions toward advancing the goals of the College’s inclusive mission and purpose. Deadline: February 14.
[posted 2019-11-19]

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Adele Catlin Memorial Award Nominations

Now accepting nominations for the Adele Catlin Memorial Award. Nominate a colleague today! Deadline: February 12, 2020.
[posted 2019-11-14]

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Outstanding Service Award Nominations Being Accepted

Eight recipients are being sought for Outstanding Service awards that accompany a $200 prize and honors at the College Recognition Dinner. Nominate a colleague today! Deadline: February 12, 2020!
[posted 2019-11-14]

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WBSU Hall of Fame Inductions

The WBSU Hall of Fame Selection Committee is proud to present the 2020 class of six to be inducted on April 4, 2019.
[posted 2019-11-11]

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Dr. Rongkun Shen Publishes a Peer-Reviewed Article

Dr. Rongkun Shen publishes a peer-reviewed article titled “Identification of Long Non-coding RNAs Expressed During Early Adipogenesis” in the Online Journal of Biological Sciences.
[posted 2019-01-03]

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