KEEGAN S. DALEY

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Capaldi Proposes Increasing Research Opportunities for Undergraduates

By KEEGAN S. DALEY | Oct. 2, 2002

Undergraduates, non-majors and even high school students will soon have the opportunity to participate in more research projects at UB, if a program proposed by Provost Elizabeth Capaldi takes effect.Under the new proposal, every student will be allowed to register for research opportunities, regardless of major, as a course, independent study or work-study program.The provost cited other universities, such as the University of Berkley, University of California Los Angeles, and the University of Michigan, which have implemented these programs."This is done at some of the finest research institutions," said Capaldi.According to Capaldi, student involvement in the projects is usually limited to graduate students and members of the department conducting the research.

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Take It Or Leave It: FSEC Discusses Resignation Limits

By KEEGAN S. DALEY | Sep. 27, 2002

Students who make a habit of resigning classes after the drop/add date may find themselves in poor academic standing if a policy proposed at Wednesday's meeting of the Faculty Senate Executive Committee goes into effect.William Baumer, chairman of the grading committee, issued a proposal to limit the number of resignations (R's) an undergraduate may take."The average student takes on 2.5 R's," Baumer said.

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Capaldi Proposes Increasing Research Opportunities for Undergraduates

By KEEGAN S. DALEY | Sep. 25, 2002

Undergraduates, non-majors and even high school students will soon have the opportunity to participate in more research projects at UB, if a program proposed by Provost Elizabeth Capaldi takes effect.Under the new proposal, every student will be allowed to register for research opportunities, regardless of major, as a course, independent study or work-study program.The provost cited other universities, such as the University of Berkley, University of California Los Angeles, and the University of Michigan, which have implemented these programs."This is done at some of the finest research institutions," said Capaldi.According to Capaldi, student involvement in the projects is usually limited to graduate students and members of the department conducting the research.

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Increased Summer Offerings May Ease Class Squeeze

By KEEGAN S. DALEY | Sep. 13, 2002

With the hope of reducing class sizes and providing students with the opportunity to complete their degrees faster, UB Provost Elizabeth Capaldi is proposing an increase in the number of courses offered during summer sessions.The current summer program offers a limited selection of classes and sections, leaving most students to take general education courses during the fall and spring semesters, which are often quickly filled.Capaldi's proposal would offer more sections of lower-level classes during the summer and free up space in classes during the academic year that are often filled to capacity.The provost also hopes to offer a "head start" program for incoming students, more summer study options for graduate students and more positions for teaching assistants and graduate students."I think it's a good idea for students who need the credits, but I would never take summer classes unless I had to," said Laura Hemlock, a freshman theater major.

Capaldi Proposes Increasing Research Opportunities for Undergraduates

Take It Or Leave It: FSEC Discusses Resignation Limits

Capaldi Proposes Increasing Research Opportunities for Undergraduates

Increased Summer Offerings May Ease Class Squeeze

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