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Among the course offerings are: Advanced Communication for the International Professional; Advanced Writing and Grammar for the International Professional; Living and Working in English (intermediate); Accent Reduction and TOEFL Preparation.

All classes are held in the evening. For more information, call 645-2077.

The ELI, which has offered English language training to students and professionals for more than 20 years, has been ranked as one of the top three programs in the country for its professionalism and commitment to quality language instruction.

FRANTZ TO LEAD RETREAT ON EXPLORING PERSONAL LOSS
Thomas Frantz, UB associate professor and chair, Counseling and Educational Psychology, will lead a guided retreat, "Exploring Personal Losses," to be presented Feb. 21 and 22 at Stella Niagara Center for Renewal, Lewiston. The retreat is part of the outreach program at Circle of Hope Center, Niagara Hospice Inc. in Lockport.

The retreat will offer those who have experienced personal loss due to the death of a loved one, separation or divorce the opportunity to come together with others dealing with similar issues.

Co-facilitators are Sharon Brauer and Pat Evans, Circle of Hope board members, coordinator Jane Emborsky and counselor Bonnie Kwiatkowski. Niagara Hospice social worker Tim Deeks and his wife, Linda, will provide music. The weekend retreat, which will cost $80, includes meals and lodging. Some scholarships are available for those on limited incomes.

MANAGEMENT SCHOOL NAMES SUPERVISORS OF YEAR
Six area business people have been named "supervisors of the year" by the internship program at the UB School of Management.

The inaugural award recognizes their dedicated participation in the program and their efforts to mentor the undergraduate and graduate management students who've interned at their places of business.

Award recipients include:

Susan Bouchane, chapter development coordinator, American Diabetes Association; Mark Fuller, manager of accounting

and finance, Softbank; Mary Kluczycki, vice president for human resources, Brylin Hospitals; Kim McAvoy, assistant portfolio manager, M&T Bank; Lynn Milan, assistant vice president, M&T Bank; and Mary Rein, regional director, American Diabetes Association.

"Applicable work experience is an invaluable credential on the resume of any business student," said Geraldine Kogler, program director. "This award recognizes the important role that business managers can play in developing the skills of their future colleagues."

Established in 1978, the School of Management internship program is one of the largest in the country, according to the National Society of Experiential Education. It receives over 700 requests per year from businesses seeking interns and places more than 300 students annually at sites providing hands-on experience in accounting, finance, human resources, management science and systems, or marketing.

The program is mandatory for UB MBA students and optional for business undergrads; students receive 3 credits for 150 hours at an internship site.

STEGNER HEADS SCIENCES ALUMNI ASSOCIATION
Randall K. Stegner has been elected president of the board of directors of the Sciences Alumni Association of the UB Faculty of Natural Sciences and Mathematics for the 1996-97 academic year. Stegner is a branch manager for the Site Remediation Division of Water Technology International Corp.

Martha M. Harris, an attorney with Buchanan Ingersoll, P.C., will continue as secretary/treasurer.

Newly appointed to the board for a three-year term is William F. Sullivan, a senior chemist at Calspan SRL Corp.

Appointed as committee chairs are Nancy Markwart, nominations; Ted A. Badura, membership; Stuart D. Gossels, programming and Joseph F. Ceravolo, networking.

Continuing members of the board are: Patricia M. Costanzo, Mary E. Stock, John R. Tibbetts and Howard Tieckelmann.

The Sciences Alumni Association is a multidisciplinary group affiliated with the Faculty of Natural Sciences and Mathematics, which comprises the departments of Biological Sciences, Chemistry, Computer Science, Geology, Mathematics and Physics. It is a constituent group of the UB Alumni Association.

STUDENT TEAM PLACES IN NATIONAL COMPETITION
A student team from the accelerated accounting program in the UB School of Management received a regional honorable mention award at the annual Arthur Andersen Tax Case Challenge held recently in New York City. UB was the only New York State college or university to place at the event.

Sandra White and Paul Houghton Jr. placed in the top 20 among undergraduate teams from 129 business schools nationwide. They earned $500 for the school's general scholarship fund.

Ann Burstein Cohen, assistant professor of accounting and law, served as the team's faculty advisor.

The competition is designed to enhance the study of taxation at universities and develop interest in it as a career.

HOPKINS TO DISCUSS STROKE AT UB AT SUNRISE
"Future Treatments and Prevention of Stroke" will be the topic of a UB at SUNRISE program to be held at 7:30 a.m. on Wednesday, Feb. 19, in the Center for Tomorrow on the UB North Campus.

The program will be presented by L. Nelson Hopkins, UB professor and chair of the Department of Neurosurgery, director of the new Toshiba Stroke Research Center at UB and chief of neurosurgery at Millard Fillmore Health System.

Hopkins is a pioneer in the use of endovascular techniques-working within the blood vessels with catheters-to treat cerebrovascular diseases and prevent stroke, the third leading cause of death in the U.S. and the number one cause of adult disability.

"UB at SUNRISE" is a series of breakfast programs produced by the UB Alumni Association and UB's Office of Conferences and Special Events, News Services and Office of Publications. It also is supported by the Office of University Development and Office for Public Service and Urban Affairs. The Buffalo Marriott is corporate sponsor of "UB at SUNRISE."

The price of the program, which will include a full breakfast, is $10 for UB Alumni Association members and $12 for all others.

For more information, contact the alumni association at 829-2608. Ticket orders must be received by Monday, Feb. 17.

BURDICK HEADS STATE ANESTHESIOLOGISTS
James P. Burdick, UB clinical assistant professor of anesthesiology, was installed Dec. 8 as president of the New York State Society of Anesthesiologists Inc. (NYSSA), during the 50th Postgraduate Assembly in Anesthesiology in New York City. He has been involved in activities for NYSSA, one of the largest anesthesiology organizations in the world, with 3,000 members, for almost 20 years.

Burdick, a graduate of the UB School of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences, is chair of the quality assurance committee for the medical school.

Director of anesthesia services at Millard Fillmore Suburban Hospital, he is a member of the board of directors and serves as president-elect for the medical staff of the Millard Fillmore Health System.

A member of many professional organizations including the American Society of Anesthesiologists, American Medical Association, the New York State and Erie County Medical Societies, the International Anesthesia Research Society and the American Society of Regional Anesthesia, he is a diplomate of the American Board of Anesthesia. He also serves on the board of the Office of Professional Medical Conduct, New York State Department of Health.

WOMEN'S CLUB UNIT TO VIEW ART OF CHINESE PAINTING
Chinese artist and art teacher Yi Yuen "Theresa" Lee will demonstrate the Chinese "free brush" style of traditional Chinese painting Thursday, Feb. 6 at 4 p.m. in Room 145E in the Student Union on the UB North Campus. The program will be part of the monthly coffee of the International Committee of the UB Women's Club. Students, faculty and community members are welcome to attend.

A social hour featuring complimentary desserts will precede the demonstration at 3 p.m.

The International Committee strives to provide a warm welcome for international newcomers to UB and to assist in the transition to a new setting and culture. International activities are open to all those interested in meeting people from other countries.

For more information, call International Committee chairperson Jean Jain at 633-5932 or the International Education office, 645-2258.

ADULTS OVER AGE 55 SOUGHT FOR MEMORY STUDY
Researchers at UB are seeking adults ages 55 or older to participate in a study to test memory, attention and perception. The study is being conducted at Erie County Medical Center by Ralph Benedict, UB assistant professor of psychology and neurology. Participants will be required to take an hour-long test and will receive $10 upon completion of the test

Anyone interested in participating in the study may call Dennis Zgaljardic at 898-3372, or leave their name, phone number and the words "memory study" on the answering machine.

ZODIAQUE DANCE COMPANY TO GIVE SPRING CONCERT
Zodiaque, the dance company of the UB Department of Theatre and Dance, will present "Frontiers II," a spring concert of new works celebrating the 150th anniversary of the founding of UB.

The production will open at 8 p.m. on Thursday, Feb. 13, in the Drama Theatre in the Center for the Arts on the UB North Campus. Performances will continue Thursdays through Saturdays at 8 p.m. and Sundays at 2 p.m., through Feb. 23.

The program, which will be directed by Linda Swiniuch, will feature music ranging from medieval to urban house. The score will include a new commissioned dance score by Ben Toth, a composition major at the Eastman School of Music who is recording his composition, titled "Embracing the Shadows," with eight instrumentalists and a vocalist.

Choreography will be designed by William E. Thomas, Tressa Crehan, Lynne Kurdziel-Formato, Eileen Lambert, Linda Swiniuch, Karen Georger, Joyce Miller, Shelley Hain and Tom Ralabate. Set and costume design are by UB Visiting Artist Leandro Soto, noted Mexican performance artist who performed and lectured here last semester.

Tickets are $10 (general admission) and $5 (students and senior citizens) and will be half price on Feb. 13, 16 and 20.

Tickets may be charged by phone through the UB Arts and Athletics Ticket Office, 645-ARTS, or obtained in person at the office, which opens one hour before performances. Tickets also may be obtained through any Ticketmaster outlet, including Movies Plus, Music Plus and Kaufmann's stores or may be charged by calling 852-5000.

"DOWN AND DIRTY" T-SHIRT DESIGNS WANTED
The University Student Alumni Board is holding a contest for an original t-shirt design for "Down and Dirty" OOZFEST '97. Winner will receive $50 cash and a complimentary OOZFEST t-shirt.

Participants in the contest are asked to submit a camera-ready copy of their design on 8-1/2-by-11-inch laser-quality paper. "OOZFEST '97" and "13th Annual" should appear in the design, which also should incorporate the theme of "Down and Dirty." Contest deadline is Monday, Feb. 10; designs will be judged by students on Thursday, Feb. 13.

The tournament will be held on Saturday, April 26. The winning design and the winner's name will appear on more than 1,000 team and staff shirts and on OOZFEST '97 promotional materials. Entries should be sent to: University Student Alumni Board, 109 Allen Hall, South Campus, Buffalo, NY 14214.