by browkaa | Sep 7, 2018 | Alumni, Faculty, Parents, Staff, Students
The Metro Atlantic Athletic Conference (MAAC) is recruiting students from the college’s Sport Administration Program to conduct an economic impact study during the 2019 Men’s and Women’s Basketball Championships. Under the agreement, Canisius students will develop a survey instrument and conduct an in-person collection of data at the event, being held at the Times Union Center in Albany, NY February 27 – March 4. MAAC representatives are interested in obtaining feedback relevant to the future Atlantic City site, the desirability of the new venue, travel packages and how sports gambling may impact fan interest in attending. For completing the entire project, Canisius will receive a $2,000 grant as well as reimbursement for travel related to the project.
This is the third consecutive year that the MAAC has recruited students from the Sport Administration Program to conduct an economic impact study. The 2018 findings were presented to the MAAC Council of Presidents which commented on the “high level of professionalism demonstrated by the Canisius students conducting fan surveys.” The results of the 2018 findings were also used in the 2020-2022 MAAC Basketball Championships bid process.
Submitted by: Shawn O’Rourke, director, Sport Administration and Institute Research in Sport
by browkaa | Sep 7, 2018 | Alumni, Faculty, Parents, Staff, Students
Canisius was well represented at the joint conference of the Wilson Ornithological Society and the Association of Field Ornithologists in Chattanooga, TN this past June. Kelly Roberts ’18 and Veronica Schabert ’19 presented posters of their work studying bird migration using hydrogen isotopes from bird feathers. Both students were mentored by Kristen Covino, a post-doctoral fellow in the Biology Department.
Sara Morris and her former research student, Elliot Johnston, presented a poster on the effect of age on flight calling behavior in migrating warblers. Former Canisius teaching post-doctoral fellow, Lindsey Walters, PhD, also attended the meeting with one of her students.
At the banquet at the end of the conference, Veronica Schabert received the Klamm Award for best student poster based on scientific merit, presentation style and detailed answers to questions. Congratulations, Veronica!
Submitted by: Sara Morris, associate vice president, Academic Affairs
by browkaa | Sep 7, 2018 | Alumni, Faculty, Parents, Staff, Students
The Canisius women’s soccer team returns home to the Demske Sports Complex on Sunday, September 9 for a 1:00 p.m. contest versus non-conference foe Cleveland State. Junior Madeline Beaulieu was named the MAAC Women’s Soccer Offensive Player of the Week on Monday after scoring two goals in a 2-2 tie against St. Bonaventure last weekend.
The Griff’s returned back to town last night for a game against UB at the University at Buffalo. For additional information, visit GoGriffs.com.
Submitted by: John Maddock, Athletics
by browkaa | Sep 7, 2018 | Alumni, Faculty, Parents, Staff, Students
The Institute for Classical and Medieval Studies (ICMS) is pleased to offer two courses this fall. “The Seven Wonders: Ancient & Modern,” offered Wednesdays beginning 
September 12, will examine ancient texts, explorers’ accounts and modern archaeological investigations to understand the lives and afterlives of these monuments.
“Crown, Sword and Charter: Making the Monarchy,” offered Thursdays beginning October 11, will explore the medieval foundations of kingship and consider the survival of royal traditions and institutions into modern times. Click on the link for times and more details.
Enrollment is open to anyone in the Buffalo community interested in learning. The courses do not require papers or tests but will be filled with good discussions! Courses are not part of any Canisius College degree program. All classes meet on campus in Science Hall 1017. Parking is available. Each six-session course costs $60.
For questions, contact Kathryn Williams, PhD, chair, Classics Department, at willia94@canisius.edu or 716.888.2713.
Submitted by: Kristina Laun, staff, ICMS
by browkaa | Sep 7, 2018 | Alumni, Faculty, Parents, Staff, Students
Your Canisius golf team will host the annual Little Three meet on Tuesday, September 11 at Crag Burn Golf Club. The event, featuring golfers from Canisius, Niagara and St. Bonaventure, is a 36 hole stroke play competition. The golfers tee off at 8:00 a.m. for the first 18 holes and again at 1:00 p.m. for the second 18. The individual winner receives an automatic invitation to the 2019 Porter Cup. For additional information and results, visit GoGrffs.com.
Submitted by: John Maddock, Athletics
by browkaa | Sep 7, 2018 | Alumni, Faculty, Parents, Staff, Students
Plan to join us for an engaging book club conversation about the 2018 book Discrimination in Elite Public Schools; Investigating Buffalo, by Gary Orfield and Jennifer B. Ayscue, Eds., published by Teachers College Press.
Sponsored by the School of Education and Human Services and The Center for Urban Education (CUE), Dean Jeffrey Lindauer, PhD, has graciously agreed to purchase copies of the book for interested participants.
If you are interested, please RSVP to Fernanda Astiz, PhD, professor of teacher education, at astizm@canisius.edu or Lorrei DiCamillo, EdD, at dicamill@canisius.edu, by September 12 so an accurate number of books can be ordered.
The plan is to have two discussion sessions in November; one on a Friday afternoon to accommodate participants’ schedules. Tentative dates are November 16 and/or November 30. Those interested are welcome to attend one or both discussion sessions. (Treats will be served!) A follow-up panel discussion with key Buffalo district leaders and community members will be organized in the spring 2019 semester.
Submitted by: Fernanda Astiz, professor, School of Education and Human Services
The Metro Atlantic Athletic Conference (MAAC) is recruiting students from the college’s Sport Administration Program to conduct an economic impact study during the 2019 Men’s and Women’s Basketball Championships. Under the agreement, Canisius students will develop a survey instrument and conduct an in-person collection of data at the event, being held at the Times Union Center in Albany, NY February 27 – March 4. MAAC representatives are interested in obtaining feedback relevant to the future Atlantic City site, the desirability of the new venue, travel packages and how sports gambling may impact fan interest in attending. For completing the entire project, Canisius will receive a $2,000 grant as well as reimbursement for travel related to the project.
