by Bennie Williams | Oct 22, 2021 | Faculty
The Canisius College community is asked to SAVE THE DATE for the Annual MLK Celebration, which will take place on Wednesday, February 9 at 12:00 p.m. at the campus’ Regis Rooms
Our keynote speaker will be Derrick Brooms, PhD, from the University of Tennessee Knoxville. More information will come as we get closer to the date. If you have any questions or concerns, please contact the ALANA Student Center at asc@canisius.edu.
Submitted by: Bennie D. Williams, assistant dean of students, ALANA Student Center
by Tyler Kron-Piatek | Oct 22, 2021 | Faculty
The Academic Affairs Office would like to invite you to join in two causal lunch meetup groups that came out of the Summer Faculty Development week, remind you of asynchronous resources to support your faculty development needs during the semester, and let you know about our current plans for faculty development during the winter intersession.
Lunch Meetup Groups in the Newly Revamped Faculty Lounge:
Join with your colleagues for conversation and connection over lunch in the faculty lounge. Lunch will be provided from a variety of local restaurants throughout the semester. Please click here to RSVP for some or all of the lunch groups this semester. Note that because lunch is provided, this event is only open to vaccinated individuals.
Inclusive teaching. Join in conversation about general strategies from grading to open education resources to supporting individual students. Meets at noon on the following Mondays: 11/8, 12/6.
Scholarship and writing. Come together to support and commiserate about any form of academic writing and think longingly of future writing retreats! Meets at noon on the following Mondays: 10/25, 11/22, 12/13.
Thanks to those colleagues who suggested faculty meetup groups for two topics!
Asynchronous Resources:
Academic advisement resources
Center for Online Learning and Innovation
Racial Equity Workshops
Supporting faculty scholarship
There is Room inclusive teaching resources
Winter Intersession Development Opportunities:
Pencil in the dates! The first week of January, we will enjoy a scholarship-focused week with a day focused on faculty scholarship resources followed by a multi-day on campus writing retreat to help you kick off the year strong. The second week of January, get ready for Winter Faculty Development Week with a focus on inclusive and innovative teaching strategies. Stay tuned to your email, The Dome, and weekly COLI updates for more information!
If you have other suggestions for faculty development opportunities, please do not hesitate to reach out to Jenn Lodi-Smith, Assistant Vice President for Academic Affairs, at lodismij@canisius.edu.
Submitted by: Tyler J. Kron-Piatek, academic technologist, COLI
by Tyler Kron-Piatek | Oct 22, 2021 | Faculty
The Office of Diversity & Inclusion would like to extend an invitation for staff and faculty to attend the upcoming DEI & Racial Equity Workshops. It is vital to our campus climate that we continue to promote reflection, dialogue and learning for all members of the institution. As outlined in our racial equity strategic plan, one of our priorities as a college is to increase institutional capacity and to encourage individuals to utilize their enhanced awareness and knowledge in their roles and in their work.
Please consider registering for the following workshops:
LGBTQ+ 101 & Effective Ally-ship
Wednesday, October 27, 3:00-5:00 pm, Grupp Fireside Lounge
Presenter: Emily Bystrak, MPH, Engagement and Education Coordinator for the Pride Center of WNY
This interactive presentation will provide an introduction to sexual orientation and gender identity, along with information on what it means to be LGBTQ+. The session will also address how to be an effective ally for LGBTQ+ students, staff, and faculty. The Pride Center of Western New York, Inc. works with the community to make Western New York a safe, healthy, and satisfying place for LGBTQ+ people to live, work, and establish their families. Please Register HERE by Friday, October 22.
Witness to Injustice/KAIROS Blanket Exercise
Monday, November 29, 2021, time TBA in collaboration with the ALANA Student Center
Presenters: Neighbors of the Onondaga Nation (NOON) and Facilitators from the Haudenosaunee Confederacy
A 2.5 hour interactive program that utilizes meaningful quotes and visual representations of history to foster truth, understanding, and respect between Indigenous and non-Indigenous peoples. The Witness to Injustice Blanket Exercise will deepen one’s understanding of the European colonization of Turtle Island, the denial of Indigenous peoples’ nationhood, and the acquisition of land (many times illegal) throughout U.S. history past and present.
ZOOM EVENT-REGISTRATION
COLI believes there are ample opportunities to link course content, the Canisius mission, and Diversity, Equity and Inclusion. These lessons are what make Canisius a special place for our students, as members of the campus community and as future leaders. We plan to attend these events!
Submitted by: Tyler J. Kron-Piatek, academic technologist, COLI
by Aaron Abruzzino | Oct 22, 2021 | Faculty
We are a little more than half way through World Food Month! To celebrate, Chartwells Higher Ed is accepting donations up to $5 at our retail locations on campus.
The money will go towards purchasing non-perishable food items to help the Buffalo City Mission with Thanksgiving, which is approaching fast. Please donate whatever you can towards this great cause. Let’s show the community what Canisius College is made of!
Submitted by: Aaron Abruzzino, marketing manager, Chartwells Higher Ed
by Phillip Sheridan | Oct 22, 2021 | Faculty
Kristen Kulinowski ’90, director of the Science and Technology Policy Institute (STPI), was recently named an American Chemical Society (ACS) Fellow in recognition of her outstanding achievements and contributions to science, the profession and ACS.
“Every year, ACS selects a small number of fellows on the basis of both professional accomplishments and service to the society,” says Kulinowski. “It is quite an honor to be welcomed into the ranks of such an impressive and select group of members.” Kulinowski currently leads more than 40 researchers at STPI, a federally funded research and development center operated by IDA that provides analysis of national and international science and technology issues for the Office of Science and Technology Policy in the White House, the National Institutes of Health, and the National Science Foundation, among others. “I first became involved in ACS as a student affiliate at my alma mater, Canisius College, and have been a member ever since,” says Kulinowski.
Throughout her career, Kulinowski has remained engaged with ACS in a variety of ways, from service at the local chapter level, membership on a society committee, as a presenter and organizer of symposia, and in support of ACS’s public policy agenda.
As a leader in the drive towards safer chemistry, Kulinowski made significant contributions to the science and profession. She pioneered improvements in chemical and environmental health and safety through leadership in governmental, educational and policy organizations and through effective communication with policy makers and the public. She also maintained a steadfast commitment to managing the risks of hazardous materials, communicating science effectively and bridging the technical and policy worlds. Through her efforts, Kulinowski demonstrates a true passion for science communication. “Finding diverse ways to contribute my talents and energy to important problems is my proudest accomplishment,” says Kulinowski. Kulinowski inspired ACS volunteers to engage effectively with policy makers through her exemplary service as a Congressional Science Policy Fellow, Chair of the Greater Houston Section, and member of the Committee on Chemistry and Public Affairs. She also served as an ambassador for communicating the many career options available to chemists outside of academia or industry.
Kulinowski earned a doctoral degree in 1995 and a master’s degree in 1992, both in chemistry from the University of Rochester. She earned a bachelor’s degree in chemistry with honors from Canisius College in 1990.
Submitted by: Phil Sheridan, professor, Chemistry and Biochemistry
