Students in the Zoo Exhibitry program spent fall break visiting five zoos in four days – including a very early morning departure on Saturday to reach the National Zoo before the shutdown! Throughout the trip, they observed animal behavior and studied exhibit design, experiences that will inspire their final projects—models of reimagined zoo exhibits.
Submitted by Sue Margulis, Professor, ABEC/Anthrozoology and Biology
Getting around Buffalo just got easier for Canisius students. Through a new partnership with the Niagara Frontier Transportation Authority (NFTA), Canisius University students now have free, unlimited access to NFTA buses and Metro Rail routes during the academic year.
The initiative—launched this fall—removes transportation barriers and creates new opportunities for students to explore Buffalo, commute to campus, and engage with the wider community.
Read about the new partnership and how it’s transforming student life here.
Submitted by University Communications
As Historian of the Animal Behavior Society, Sue Margulis, PhD, had the opportunity to visit the Society Archive at the Smithsonian last summer. Her “Notes From the ABS Archive” column was published in the Society’s newsletter. The visit to the archive was eye-opening, and Margulis hopes to visit again to examine more of the 80+ boxes of documents stored there. Read her column in the newsletter here.
Submitted by Richard A. Bailey, PhD, associate dean, School of Arts & Social Sciences
Meg Keller-Cogan, EdD, was interviewed for an October 16 article in The Epoch Times about how the layoffs at the Department of Education are impacting special education. The director of the Graduate Education Administration program said the situation is concerning to most public school leaders but that “it would be unprecedented to cut off funding in the middle of a cycle.” Click here to read the full story.
WalletHub interviewed Steve Gattuso for an October 13 article about no balance transfer fee credit cards. The assistant professor of economics and finance spoke about the costs associated with a balance transfer, which may come in many forms – and are often hidden in the fine print. He also noted that credit card companies need to do a better job of disclosing balance transfer fees and explained why so few credit card companies offer the perk. Click here to read the article.
Submitted by: University Communications
October is National Retirement Security Month — a perfect time to review long-term savings goals. For many with student debt, monthly payments make saving for retirement challenging: over two-thirds of borrowers cut back on retirement contributions to cover loans. That’s money that could be compounding for your future today.
You shouldn’t have to choose between paying off loans and securing your retirement. Savi and TIAA have partnered to give you tools to optimize both. Savi’s live workshop and follow-up content will show you how to redirect student loan savings toward your retirement.
Live Workshop: Maximize Savings: Turn Student Debt Savings into Retirement Growth
Featuring: Garrett Dunlap, Wealth Management Advisor with TIAA
When: Tuesday, October 29, 2PM EST
After the workshop, you’ll receive practical educational content through October and November with tips to make the most of your student loan relief and retirement strategies.
If you would like to learn more about Savi (through TIAA), click here for a brief overview.
Submitted by Bethany Voorhees, HR coordinator, Human Resources
