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Hadar Borden

Undergraduate Academies Fall 2009 Themes

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Time: August 27, 2009 at 6pm to December 31, 2009 at 7pm
Location: Event Specific - please refer to event details.
Website or Map: http://ubacademies.ning.com...
Phone: 645-8177
Event Type: academies, events
Organized By: Hadar Borden
Latest Activity: Aug 17

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Event Description

UB hosts three interdisciplinary Undergraduate Academies: Civic Engagement, Global Perspectives and Research Exploration. The Academies are open to all UB undergraduate students.

Academies weekly themed programming is designed to introduce students to various topics while providing opportunities outside of the classroom to further explore these themes. Students may get involved in a lot of Academy offerings or just sample a little.

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Derek Nichols

How was your Thanksgiving Break?

Hey guys,

We're curious about the fun you had back home on break!

I had a nice relaxing time not being seeing the inside of Hayes Hall and definitely ate too much food. It was my first Thanksgiving as a vegetarian which made my mom real nervous, but she handled the stuffed squash well! I also saw my friend who is living in NYC. We haven't hung out in two years- it was an awesome time!

Your stories?


~Derek

Posted by Derek Nichols on December 1, 2009 at 10:13am

Academy Events

Bingo!

Shared Interest Housing Leaders Shannon and Aubrey hosted a bingo game last night on the 7th floor lounge in Red Jacket. We played until everyone won- Bingo apparently does take skill!


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Posted by Academy Events on November 24, 2009 at 10:52am

Derek Nichols

Shared Interest Housing Informational Meeting

UA first year residents attended an informational meeting about living on the Shared Interest Housing (SIH) Floors next year. Eric Streeter, Assistant Director of Residential Education, explained the benefits of living in SIH, as well as answered questions on the lay out of rooms. Next year, UA SIH will be on floors 5, 6, and 7 in Red Jacket building 6. There are 36 spots available. You can pick up applications now in 17 Norton. They are due by February 10. Come pick up an information packet, re… Continue

Posted by Derek Nichols on November 19, 2009 at 9:19am

Janet C Fehskens

Why do you like to frequent the Academies Office in 17 Norton?

Is it the free usage of laptops? Hot chocolate or tea? The tables, comfy chairs, relaxed atmosphere among your friends? I surely do like seeing you; you're the highlight of my job!

Posted by Janet C Fehskens on November 11, 2009 at 9:24am — 2 Comments

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