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Research by Fredonia Business professors confirms ‘signaling hypothesis’ of stock splits
The research project “Stock Splits and Cash Flows: A New Test of the Signaling Hypothesis,” initiated in 2015 by Drs. Taihyeup Yi and Julie Fitzpatrick of the School of Business, confirmed that the stock market reacts positively to announcements of stock splits, even though these splits have no net effect on a shareholder’s wealth.
Biology alumnus Jeffrey DuBois gave seminar
SUNY Fredonia alumnus Dr. Jeffrey DuBois gave a Biology Seminar on Friday, April 16 in Jewett 101. DuBois, the Vice President of Medical and Scientific...
Three Shades of Grey: How a trio of graduates became part of the production team for the #1 show on television
Professor Jane Jackson is proud of three of her former students who are working successfully in Hollywood's TV industry. “It’s a tough business,” she explains. Technical skills are critical, Jackson attests, but personality traits are equally important in an environment where long days working together are the norm.
Wal-Mart Grant to Spur Latino Success at SUNY Fredonia
Created by a team of Fredonia administrators, staff and off-campus partners, LEAP2Success/Éxito will expand efforts to reach low-income, first generation Latino students and their families through a partnership with the Dunkirk School District and Dunkirk’s 21st Century grant program.
“Saturday Night Live” cast member headlines February’s Black History Month
A team of six Black Student Union members worked diligently to assemble programs that are both entertaining and educational for this year's celebration of Black History Month. “It all relates to everybody, regardless of ethnicity, race or sexual orientation. Regardless of your background, you’ll learn something from the speakers as well as from the message,” said Averl Otis, advisor.
Feins donate mineral collection to Geosciences
Paul, '69, and Barbara Fein donated to the SUNY Fredonia Geosciences Department a mineral collection that Murray Fein, Paul’s father, had gathered over many years. The collection is exhibited in a display cabinet that was purchased through the Fahnestock Memorial Fund, which honors the late Dr. Ken Fahnestock of the geology faculty.
Sciences turn to top grads for guidance in shaping future
SUNY Fredonia is tapping the minds of 12 of the world’s most talented science, technology and education professionals to help design its new Science and Technology Center. Though they’re spread across the U.S., they all have one thing in common: a Fredonia diploma.
Educational Leadership Program celebrates milestone, honors founder Robert Heichberger
Alumni gathered during Homecoming for a reception to celebrate the milestone and honor Dr. Robert Heichberger, whose distinguished career at SUNY Fredonia spans five decades and includes founding the original Educational Administration/Supervision Program in 1976.
NEA grant provides mentoring for future science teachers
Budding science educators in Fredonia’s accelerated Master of Arts in Science Teaching program will benefit from a study group of veteran secondary teachers, led by Dr. Lesniak and Ms. Albano, ’99, who will mentor student teachers. In addition, collaborative lessons using digital video will allow the mentors to confer explicitly with students to improve their teaching knowledge and instruction.
School of Music to Host Alumni Leadership Conference
Fredonia will host its first-ever Alumni Leadership Conference for the School of Music. The conference offers alumni a chance to reconnect with each other and faculty members, and help the university shape the direction of its programs.