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Chemistry joins prestigious center for polymer studies

Christine Davis Mantai

SUNY Fredonia has a $120,000 portion of an NSF grant to Case Western Reserve University as a result of a partnership involving Fredonia's chemistry department, and faculty members Philip Kumler (Professor Emeritus of Chemistry) and Dr. Cheryl Campo. The agreement will create undergraduate research opportunities for students, and support research by faculty in the department. More departments at Fredonia may be added in the future.

Business Club running Snack Shack again

Christine Davis Mantai

The Fredonia State Business Club, associated with the Business Administration degree program, is back in action running the Snack Shack on the 3rd floor of Thompson Hall, open every day with donuts and coffee. "We've been busy doing some remodeling," Snack Shack Coordinator Michael Budniewski said.

Internship Office moves to CDO in Gregory Hall

Christine Davis Mantai

Internships at SUNY Fredonia are now managed by the Career Development Office in Gregory Hall, where professional counselors are helping students identify internship opportunities related to their educational and career goals.

Campus plans to commemorate 9/11

Christine Davis Mantai

Five years after the campus shuddered to a halt as it absorbed news of the mortal attacks by terrorists on U.S. soil, students, faculty and staff are coming together to reflect on the consequences of September 11, 2001. The day's events of Monday, Sept. 11, are built around the work of keynote speaker Kristin Steuerle Swanson, M.D., daughter of a Flight 77 victim.

Integrated Preschool Class starts Sept. 6

Christine Davis Mantai

The Youngerman Center Preschool, a SUNY Fredonia facility that offers a chance for children with special needs to learn from their peers, will begin its fifth year on Wednesday, Sept. 6. Openings exist for community children who have no special needs.

Tyson on "Delusions of Space Enthusiasts"

Christine Davis Mantai

Each academic year, Fredonia sponsors a university-wide convocation to provide greater insight into current issues. Renowned astrophysicist Neil deGrasse Tyson will deliver the Maytum Convocation Lecture, entitled "Delusions of a Space Enthusiast," on Wednesday, Sept. 13 at 4 p.m.

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