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Men's basketball enters SUNYAC tournament week
Fredonia State enters the men's basketball tournament as hot as any of the eight teams. The Blue Devils have won their last three games, including victories over the top two seeds -- 82-62 at Buffalo State last Tuesday, and 64-59 over Geneseo on Friday. The team is coached by Kevin Moore.
Accounting students are offering free help this tax season
Free tax preparation is available for low-income, elderly and non-English speaking individuals and families thanks to the Volunteer Income Tax Assistance Program (VITA) being offered by the e SUNY Fredonia Accounting Society, in conjunction with Chautauqua County Earned Income Tax Credit Coalition.
3K "Slush Rush" inaugurated to fund international scholarship in memory of Xylia Peterson
The SUNY Fredonia International Education Center is hosting its inaugural 3K Fun Run on Sunday, March 1 at 11 a.m. on the Fredonia campus. Dubbed the “Slush Rush” because of the anticipation of snow still being on the ground, the race is being held in remembrance of alumna Xylia Peterson, ’85, and to benefit the scholarship in her name.
Feb 20: Annual FSU Hockey “Pink the Rink” Game
FSU Hockey Game “Pink the Rink” raises funds for Breast Cancer Awareness. Men's hockey vs. SUNY Morrisville in the Steele Hall Ice Arena. Admission: $5 ($2 for students, and free to students with Fredonia State IDs).
Protests raised over tuition redirection
The Student Association held a rally to protest budget cuts and tuition redirection actions taken by the state against SUNY. At the rally, some speakers called the action "stealing." President Hefner explained the implications of the state's move.
Two non-profits get assistance from PR class
Students in the public relations senior capstone course at SUNY Fredonia announced at a news conference on campus that they will develop awareness campaigns for the Boys & Girls Club of Northern Chautauqua County and the renowned Das Puppenspiel Puppet Theater.
International Dinner planned for March 11
Aromas from foods representing cultures from around the globe will entice students to try new cuisine at the annual International Dinner to be served Wednesday, March 11, at Marketplace at Erie by FSA. Serving begins at 4:30 p.m. Extra staff will be on duty to help accommodate a larger dinner turnout of students. The dinner is covered through the campus meal plans but the public is welcome to pay cash at the door
It's OSCAR time for student scholars!
FREDONIA, N.Y.—Feb. 18, 2009—OSCAR at SUNY Fredonia has a special meaning: it's the university's way of highlighting the academic and creative achievements of its undergraduates...
Sudoku skills subject of mathematical presentation
Professor of Mathematical Sciences Joseph Straight and senior Mathematics/Childhood Education major Constance Hadley will be giving an informative presentation on Sudoku Puzzles on Thursday, Feb. 26 at 7:30 p.m. in Fenton 168. Professor Straight and Hadley are interested in helping students develop their mathematical reasoning and communication skills.
NewSound presenting two concerts with pianists
Pianists Amy Williams and Hilary Demske will continue the 9th Annual NewSound Festival at SUNY Fredonia by performing in concerts on Tuesday, Feb. 24, and Saturday, Feb. 28, both at 8 p.m. in Rosch Recital Hall. NewSound is an annual event highlighting new music which is sponsored by the student group, Ethos New Music Society, at SUNY Fredonia. Both concerts are free and open to all.