SPOTLIGHT - Free Faculty & Staff Photo Shoot Scheduled for Sept. 7 & 8
Breakfast Conversation Regarding Student Success and Retention
Deadline to Change Meal Plans is Friday, Sept. 9
Registration Open for Family Weekend 5K
Accounts Payable Procedures Reminder
2.5 Hour Weekly Cardio Challenge
BonaFit WalkingWorks Challenge
REPEAT ANNOUNCEMENTS
Rock Wall Now Open in Richter Center
Richter Center Group Exercise Classes Start Today
Australia/New Zealand Info Session
'Child Soldiers' to Kick Off All Bonaventure Views Festival
Sept. 11, 2011, Statement from Franciscan Community
Shay-Lo to Host Two-Day Blood Drive
Fr. Mychal Judge Memorabilia Missing
FREE FACULTY & STAFF PHOTO SHOOT SCHEDULED FOR SEPT. 7 & 8
Photographer Craig Melvin, the
official photographer for the Buffalo Bills and an SBU adjunct for J/MC
this semester, will be on campus Sept. 7 and 8 for a free photo shoot
for faculty and staff. The head-and-shoulders photos will be used by the
Communications Office for web and print applications. This is a great
opportunity for new University employees to have a high-quality photo
taken by an exceptional photographer.
The photo shoot will be held in the Reilly Center’s Athletics Hall of Fame on:
•
Wednesday, Sept. 7, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.
• Thursday, Sept. 8, from noon to 4 p.m.
There is no fee and no appointment is necessary. There may be a small wait, but each session will take only minutes.
The photo shoot is open to all University employees, not just new hires. If it’s time to update your old photo, this is your chance.
Tom
Donahue
Office of Communications
Quick Center for the Arts
Notice Board Guidelines
BREAKFAST CONVERSATION REGARDING STUDENT SUCCESS AND RETENTION
The Student Success and Retention Committee will offer
a series of professional development breakfast conversations this year
focusing on issues related to student success and engagement at St. Bonaventure
University. The first conversation -- scheduled for Thursday, September
22, at 8 a.m. in the Doyle Dining Room -- will focus on academic advising
and is designed to help academic advisers explore some new ways to interact
effectively with their advisees. The workshop will end in time for faculty
to meet
10 a.m. classes. The committee has asked several undergraduate academic
advisers to speak, highlighting their roles as academic mentors, techniques
used to engage a reluctant advisee, etc. There will be a brief update
of advising-related information sources and a representative from financial
aid will also provide a brief update on new financial aid regulations.
Future breakfast programs will focus on integration of transfer students into the fabric of the University, academic policies and procedures that advisers need to know and understanding the academic experiences of our students before they arrive here.
If you plan to attend the breakfast on 9/22 please RSVP to Barb O'Keefe (bokeefe@sbu.edu) no later than 9/15.
Mike Fischer
Provost and VP for Academic Affairs
Zumba class will begin this Thursday at 5:15 p.m.
Rob DeFazio
DEADLINE TO CHANGE MEAL PLANS IS FRIDAY, SEPT. 9
If you would like to change your meal plan, you must do so by Friday, Sept 9, 2011. Please come to the Bona Express / ID Office in RC 202 in order to change your plan. If you have questions, please contact Yvonne Peace (ypeace@sbu.edu or 716-375-2675).
REGISTRATION OPEN FOR FAMILY WEEKEND 5K
Join the BonaFit program for the 2nd Annual Family Weekend 5K run/walk on Saturday, Sept. 24, 2011. Spend National Family Health & Fitness Day on the Allegheny River Valley Trail. There is no registration fee for this event. The run/walk is open to the St. Bonaventure community and is sponsored by the BonaFit employee wellness program.
For those interested in joining us, please visit http://www.sbu.edu/campus-life.aspx?id=31370 to register for this event.
We look forward to seeing you out there on Saturday morning of Family Weekend.
Keep Striving for the Best U.
The BonaFit Employee Wellness Committee
ACCOUNTS PAYABLE PROCEDURES REMINDER
Please be advised of the following issues relating to accounts payable. Accounts payable disbursements for employees (e.g. travel advances and reimbursement) and outside vendors must be received in the Business Office by 5 p.m. Tuesday in order to be paid the same week. Please provide supporting documents with disbursement request with the proper budget officer authorization/signatures and an extra copy of the invoice if the vendor needs a copy with payment. See purchasing policy for invoices that are acceptable to submit with a check request at my sbu.edu under purchasing. Please direct all questions regarding accounts payable to Linda Butler at 375-2029 or lbutler@sbu.edu.
In addition, we are currently requesting Form W-9 “Request for Taxpayer Identification Number and Certification” from all vendors. To be in compliance with the Internal Revenue Service, our auditors require that we maintain a current file of taxpayer identification numbers for all vendors that provide goods and services for St Bonaventure University. Please direct all questions regarding Form W-9 to Lynn Brown at 375-2030 or lbrown@sbu.edu.
Thank you.
2.5 HOUR WEEKLY CARDIO CHALLENGE
The Richter Center is rolling out a new physical challenge this semester, the 2.5 Hour Weekly Cardio Challenge. We are challenging you to do 2.5 hours of cardio exercise a week for 10 weeks. When you break that down, it’s really only a half hour a day, 5 days a week. This is something that everyone can do--Run, Bike, Walk, Basketball, Racquetball, Group Exercise…any cardio exercise!
The challenge begins on Monday, September 12 and will end on Sunday, November 20. The end of each week will be 11:59 p.m. on Sundays and the start of each week following the first week will be 12 a.m. on Mondays.
Please fill out the this registration form and send it to the Richter Center. We will then send you more instructions on how to create an account and track your progress.
For this challenge, you will have to enter the time of your cardio workouts on www.virtualtrainer.lifefitness.com to be entered into the raffle for weekly prizes. Weekly drawings will take place on Mondays at 12 p.m. for the previous week’s participants. Grand prize drawings for a 32’’ HDTV and an iPod Touch will be raffled off on Monday, November 21. For every week you complete 2.5 hours a ticket will be put in the raffle with your name on it. So, if you complete 2.5 hours every week, you’ll have 10 chances to win the TV or iPod.
Grab your friends, co-workers, classmates or professors and challenge them each week.
BONAFIT WALKING WORKS CHALLENGE
Join us for the next 10 weeks in this semester's BonaFit WalkingWorks Challenge - a walking competition between Monday, September 12, and Sunday, November 20. The winning team with the highest average miles will receive a luncheon at the conclusion of the challenge. There will also be a weekly raffle for participants who log their miles online weekly at www.walkingworks.com and an award for the largest team.
Walking Works is set up to be an individual challenge on your part, but also a friendly competition for the campus community. The approach this semester is to have employees in different buildings square off against each other. Employees will join the team of the building they work in. Students, if you would like to participate, join the team of the building you live in (commuter students please use the Richter Center as your building).
To register, go to www.walkingworks.com and click on the "Sign up" link. Please note that the site recommends using Internet Explorer as your browser.
For those new to the program, a drop-down menu will appear with a list of groups. Under "please select your plan," choose "New York, Blue Cross & Blue Shield of Western," followed by "St. Bonaventure University" in the next drop-down menu, then "BonaFit WalkingWorks Building Challenge" in the next drop-down menu, and in the final menu, pick the building you work in.
Continuing on the same screen, fill out the registration form by typing you name, e-mail address, password, age group, participation level and work zip code. Click "Submit."
If you already created a profile last year, you will have to make a few changes to your account. Log in to your account using the same e-mail and password that you used last semester. Once you get to the main page, click on "Edit Profile" at the top of the page on the right-hand side. Find the line for program and select "BonaFit WalkingWorks Building Challenge." From there, click on the building you work in. Finally click "Update Profile."
When you sign up for WalkingWorks, you'll receive a Participant Guide with instructions for tracking how long you walk each week. Once you sign up, you'll receive weekly e-mail reminders and tips, and you'll be able to track your personal and team progress on the website.
Do this challenge in conjunction with the Richter Center's NEW 2.5 Hour Weekly Challenge for a chance to win even more prizes!
For more information, contact Carrie Fidurko at wellness@sbu.edu or at ext. 2294.
Keep Striving for the Best U.
The BonaFit Employee Wellness Committee
GIFT-GATHERING PARTY TO SUPPORT MT. IRENAEUS
Faculty and staff: Please join us for the annual gift-gathering party to support the Mountain Auction.
5 p.m. Friday, Sept. 9
“Happy Hour” at the home of Margaret T. Bryner
3426 N. Seventh St., Allegany
A gift-gathering party is a social event at which friends of Mt. Irenaeus come together to “gather gifts” to be presented the night of the Mountain Auction. We would especially welcome new faculty and staff members who would like to learn more about Mt. Irenaeus or who would like to meet more members of the university community.
Thank you, everyone, for your continued generosity and support of our ever-growing Mountain family. Please feel free to contact auction chair Margaret T. Bryner at mbryner@sbu.edu if you have any questions about this year’s auction, slated for Saturday, Nov. 5, in Doyle Hall.
Fr. Dan Riley, O.F.M., and members of The Auction Committee (Margaret Bryner, Mary Driscoll, Phil Eberl, Beth Eberth, Mary Giardini, Mary Isaman, Michelle Marcellin, Bonnie and Larry Orsini, Mary Piccioli, Mary Schlosser, Michelle Schram, Bea and Gordon Sear, MJ Telford, and Melissa Yaworsky)
Want to get involved? Come to the Organizational Fair on Wednesday, Sept. 7, from 4:30 p.m.-6 p.m. in the Richter Center. Gather information about student organizations, clubs, activities, and service opportunities.
Stephen Kuchera
Assistant Director of Activities, Recreation, and Leadership
ROCK WALL NOW OPEN IN RICHTER CENTER
The Rock Wall is now open in the Richter Center. Here are the times you may come and climb.
Sunday 8-10 p.m.
Monday 8-10 p.m.
Tuesday 4-6 p.m.
Wednesday 8-10 p.m.
Thursday 8-10 p.m.
Friday 3-5 p.m.
RICHTER CENTER GROUP EXERCISE CLASSES START TODAY
Group Exercise Schedule:
Monday
Pilates 12:10-12:40 p.m.
Belly Dancing 3 p.m.
Ab Lab 4:30 p.m.
Self Defense (Krav Maga) 5:15 p.m.
Tuesday
Pilates 12:10-12:40 p.m.
Ab Lab 4:30 p.m.
Zumba (live instructor) 5:15 p.m.
Wednesday
Pilates 12:10-12:40 p.m.
Ab Lab 4:30 p.m.
Self Defense (Krav Maga) 5:15 p.m.
Thursday
Pilates 12:10-12:40 p.m.
Ab Lab 4:30 p.m.
Zumba (live instructor) 5:15 p.m.
Friday
Pilates 12:10-12:40 p.m.
Fitness Friday 3 p.m. (will be announced weekly on Notice-Board)
Ab Lab 4 p.m.
Classes continue until October 7. We will assess the schedule and attendance at that point.
Wednesday, September 7
Open Mic
9 p.m.-12 a.m.
Thursday, September 8
NFL Kick Off/Free Wings
8:30 p.m.
Friday, September 9
Senior Social
5-8 p.m.
Saturday, September 10
College Football
7 p.m.-2 a.m.
Sunday, September 11
Closed
Stephen Kuchera
Assistant Director of Activities, Recreation, and Leadership
AUSTRALIA/NEW ZEALAND INFO SESSION
Students interested in semester study to SBU-approved programs in Australia and New Zealand are reminded that the information session will be Tuesday, September 6, in RC 211 at 4 p.m. Program overviews and application processes will be discussed.
‘CHILD SOLDIERS’ TO KICK OFF ALL BONAVENTURE VIEWS FESTIVAL
Three movies whose themes complement the 2011-12 All Bonaventure Reads book (“Little Princes: One Man’s Promise to Bring Home the Lost Children of Nepal”) have been selected for the upcoming All Bonaventure Views film festival.
The campus community is invited to the following viewings in the Rigas Theater:
6:30 p.m. Wednesday, Sept. 7 — “Returned: Child Soldiers of Nepal’s Maoist Army” tells the personal story of Nepali boys and girls as they attempt to rebuild their lives after fighting a Maoist revolution. Through the voices of former child soldiers, the film examines why these children joined the Maoists and explores the prevention of future recruitment.
4 p.m. Wednesday, Sept. 14 — “Everest: Beyond the Limit” was a Discovery Channel mini-series. With unusually severe weather and heartbreaking circumstances, this expedition up the world’s tallest peak becomes fraught with unexpected perils, leading to an emotional journey full of fear, hardship, exhaustion, disappointment and unforgettable triumphs.
4 p.m. Wednesday, Sept. 21 — “Call + Response” is a first-of-its-kind feature documentary about present-day human trafficking. Luminaries on the issue, including Cornel West, Madeleine Albright and Daryl Hannah, offer first-hand accounts of this 21st century trade. West draws parallels between the music of the American slaves and the chart-topping hits of today, with performances in the film by such artists as Moby, Switchfoot, Five for Fighting, and Matisyahu.
First-year students who attend the film festival should adhere their Quick Center theater stub to their Passport book.
Highlighting the All Bonaventure Reads fall programming will be a Monday, Sept. 26, campus visit by “Little Princes” author Conor Grennan, during which he’ll give a public presentation at 7 p.m. in the Reilly Center Arena.
SEPT. 11, 2001, 10TH ANNIVERSARY STATEMENT FROM FRANCISCAN COMMUNITY
As the 10th anniversary of the attacks on Sept. 11, 2001, approaches, the international Franciscan community continues to urge the "creation of new paths to peace."
Read the following statement, written in part by SBU's Fr. Michael Calabria, sent from Franciscan communities in the Unites States and Britain by clicking here.
You can also read an overview of SBU's activities to commemorate the 10th anniversary here.
SHAY-LO TO HOST TWO DAY BLOOD DRIVE
The American Red Cross is hosting a blood drive from 1-6 p.m. on Sept. 6-7 in the Shay-Loughlen lobby. One lucky blood donor will win a pair of tickets to the Patriots-Bills game in Buffalo on Sunday, Sept. 25.
Donors must be 17 years old (16 with parental permission); meet weight and height requirements (110 pounds or more if you are 19 or older, more specific if under 19); and be in generally good health. Identification is required at the time of donation. Walk-ins are welcome.
Office of Communications
FR. MYCHAL JUDGE MEMORABILIA MISSING
A box of items which belonged to Fr. Mychal Judge, OFM, was borrowed from the University Archives near the end of the Spring Semester and not returned. The box is "#20", a light green container. If you know of its current location, please return it to the Archives or let Dennis Frank (x2322, dfrank@sbu.edu) know so that he can retrieve it.
Students can now sign up for tee times for the annual Family Weekend Golf Tournament. Sign up at the front desk of the Richter Center for you, your friends and family members. Green fees are waived but carts are $13 on a first-come first-serve basis.
Rob DeFazio
Step Team tryouts will be held on Sunday, Sept. 11,
from
2-4 p.m. in the Richter Center Dance Room.
If you are ready to become part of a great team that promotes diversity, performs at various school events, and competes with other colleges to showcase our talent, come try out!
No experience needed!
Sincerely,
The SBU Step Team
BONAFIT T-SHIRT RICHTER CENTER DRAWING WINNERS
Each month the BonaFit Wellness committee will be giving out five BonaFit t-shirts to employees who were selected from a drawing of all SBU employees who use the Richter Center during the month.
The winners for August are:
Scott Craver
Tiara Johnson
Dave Levine
John Mulryan
Patty Shumway
The winners can pick up their t-shirt from Carrie Fidurko in the Richter Center Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Keep Striving for the Best U.
The BonaFit Employee Wellness Committee
SBU students interested in learning about 60-plus opportunities for short or long term study abroad options are invited to attend the following sessions, all to be held in Reilly Center 211 at 4 p.m. on:
Tues., Sept. 6: Australia/New Zealand Semester programs
Tues., Sept. 13: Spain and other non-English speaking programs
Tues., Sept. 20: Ireland and other non-English speaking programs
Tues., Sept. 27: Financial Aid for Study Abroad session
Programs are available to students from all majors; internship and service are included in many.
See: www.sbu.edu/intstudies for overviews.
Find us on Facebook: St. Bonaventure Study Abroad.
Join us as we celebrate, give thanks and prayer for blessings at our University masses on campus:
Monday, Tuesday, and Wednesday, 5 p.m., University Chapel
Thursday, 5:15 p.m., Friary Chapel
Friday, 12:05 p.m., Friary Chapel
Sunday, 10:30 a.m. and 7 p.m., University Chapel
Fr. Francis Di Spigno, O.F.M.
Executive Director
University Ministries
Thomas Merton Center
SGA is looking for students to serve on Board of Trustee Committees. Please email Emily Deragon, deragoes@bonaventure.edu, if you have any questions about the committees, or if you would like to sit on one of them.
This is a time commitment, so please make sure you are willing to make the meetings and play an active role on them.
The following have one student opening:
Athletics (usually a student athlete)
Buildings and Grounds
Development and Capital Campaign
Finance
Franciscan Mission
Investment
Emily Deragon
Student Government Association Vice President
THE NOTICE BOARD IS NOW AVAILABLE ON TWITTER
Get Notice Board updates in your Twitter feed by following us at @BonasNotice! We will be posting regular notices as well as Twitter-specific updates from the #Bonas Twitter community. If you have campus news or events you want to share via Twitter, tweet at @BonasNotice and we will retweet it!
Mark Inman
Office of Communications
