Campus Announcements for the week of 02/13/2006
Table of Contents
01. Administrative (dept moves/closes, employee info, Admin announcements)
1. Individual Development Awards
2. International Travel Policy
3. 2006 University Senate Survey
02. Hosp/HSC Admin Announcements
1. Introducing Dr. Jennifer Johnson
2. Welcome Back Dr. Reinaldo Figueroa
3. Message for Hospital and LISVH Employees in the N.Y.S. Employees' Retirement System (ERS) regarding the Directions - Pre-Retirement Seminars
03. Workshops/Courses/Training (work related; HR, EAP, DoIT, etc...)
1. Lawson Training
2. Foundations of Supervising
3. EAP Lunchtime Learning Part 1 For Faculty and Staff Who are Parents of High School Students
4. Americans with Disabilities Act Awareness Training for Supervisors and Managers
04. Conferences/Seminars/Lectures
1. Topics in Atmospheric and Oceanic Sciences Seminar
2. Neurobiology and Behavior Seminar
3. This Week at the Wo/Men's Center...
4. Faces of Liberty exhibition on display in the Main Library's North Reading Room from February 1st to 24th.
5. Leadership Symposium on Student-Community Wellness: Leadership for Civic Engagement, Tuesday, February 21st, 1-3 pm, Wang Center Theatre
6. March 22, 2006 is the 7th Annual Blueprint for Gender Equity in Education Conference
7. Ocean And Atmospheric Colloquium, February 17, 2006
8. Biomedical Engineering Seminar Series Lecture
9. Ed Smith will give a lecture titled The Black List.
10. Doctoral Defenses This Week
11. Women's Studies Job Candidate Lecture, Tuesday, February 21, 3:00 pm Harriman Hall, Rm. 214
12. Women's Studies Program presents Dr. Philomena Essed, Antioch University, Thursday, February 23, 4:30 pm, Humanities Institute, Rm. 1008
06. Charitable (Habitat, Blood drives, Cats, etc...)
1. The Long Island State Veterans Home - Hockey Night - "A Salute to Veterans Night" with the New York Islanders.
2. Thank you!
07. Entertainment (Sports, Movies, Events, etc...)
1. Bus Trip to Atlantic City on President's Day, February 20th
2. Agent Yellow (Christine Choy/2006/26 minutes)Thursday, February 23, 7pm, Wang Center Theater
3. Invocation to Nature: Tsunami/Katrina Memorial Wednesday, February 22, Wang Zodiac lobby, 12:45
4. Photos of Civil War Sties at University Art Gallery
5. Helikon Opera of Moscow in Strauss' "Die Fledermaus" at Staller Center, Sat. Feb 18 at 8:00 pm.
6. Art Opening & Reception, everyone is welcome! Folk Art Exhibition, "Mascaras, Marks Mexican Mask Collection"
7. Sold Out Performance at Staller Center, Sunday, Feb. 19 at 3:00 pm, "Sing! Sing! Sing!" starring Ken Peplowski, clarinet.
8. Legendary Singer/Songwriter Jack Hardy appears at The University Cafe on Sunday, March 5th at 2 P.M. Antje Duvekot opens.
9. A Mantra For Peace: A Call For Art
10. Foxwoods Casino Bus Trip Saturday April 29, 2006.
11. Bhajans: Songs of Praise Every Monday from 5:30 to 7:30 pm Starting February 27, 2006 Lecture Hall 1
08. For-Pay Workshops/Courses (SPD, etc...)
1. Taoist Chi Gong/Meditation Weekend
2. From Windows to Web: The Essentials of Personal Computing: - NCE 707 - 13 sessions - Fee: $1,499.00
3. Auditions for SBU Pre-College and Community Music Programs, Adult Chamber Music Workshop on March 6.
09. Research (Studies, Testing, etc...)
1. Are you an overweight healthy non-smoker?
10. Miscellaneous
1. Valentine's Day Roses and Gifts
2. Volunteer To Work With Young Children At Stony Brook Child Care Services
3. New Spring Students Who Are U.S. citizens!
4. The Summer Camps at Stony Brook 631-632-4550
5. Order your Stony Brook Ring - Ring Week February 20 - 23, 2006
6. Valentine's Day Long-Stemmed Rose Sale
01. Administrative (dept moves/closes, employee info, Admin announcements)
1. Individual Development Awards
Once again United University Professions and the State of New York are offering Individual Development Awards to assist eligible UUP employees to develop their full professional potential and to prepare for advancement. Funding may be provided for enhancing teaching, research capabilities and improving professional knowledge and skills. The maximum possible award is $1000.00. Funding for the program covers eligible projects between July 1, 2005 and June 30, 2006. Complete details and the application can be found at
http://www.uup.lmc.state.ny.us/
or at the UUP Chapter Office. All applications must be submitted to the UUP Chapter Office no later than 3:00 pm March 1, 2006.
Submitted by: Corinne Burns/Affl
2. International Travel Policy
REMINDER TO ALL DEPARTMENTS: All students who travel abroad on University programs are required to complete all International Travel Policy (ITP) forms. Faculty traveling abroad with students on University programs are required to complete the two-page itinerary form. Faculty or staff traveling abroad on University business are strongly advised to complete all of the forms as well. They can be found on the International Academic Programs (IAP) website at www.stonybrook.edu/iap.
Permission is not required for student travel unless the country in question is on the State Department Travel Warning list which can be found at
http://travel.state.gov/travel/warnings.html
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All completed forms, questions, e-mails, or comments regarding the ITP should be sent to Jennifer Schlitz, E5320 Melville Library, Z=3390 or Jennifer.Schlitz@stonybrook.edu. Please keep copies of all forms for your own records before you submit them to this office.
Submitted by: Jennifer Schlitz/Prov
3. 2006 University Senate Survey
The University Senate is conducting another survey among the faculty and professional staff in order to determine priority concerns for the University. A similar survey was conducted in 2003, so we will be comparing results with the previous survey to determine changes in campus attitudes and perceptions. All responses are non-attributable, and are only summarized at the highest organizational level (e.g., College).
This year, the survey is available only on-line at
http://naples.cc.sunysb.edu/DoIT/senatesurvey.nsf/survey
Please take the time to respond. The survey should take only about 15-20 minutes to complete, and a high response rate will make the results more meaningful.
Submitted by: Laurie Theobalt/Prov
02. Hosp/HSC Admin Announcements
1. Introducing Dr. Jennifer Johnson
The Department of Obstetrics, Gynecology and Reproductive Medicine is very pleased to announce the appointment of Dr. Jennifer Johnson to the full-time faculty in the Division of Gynecology and General Obstetrics. Prior to joining us, Dr. Johnson was in private practice in Nassau County and an active participant in the educational programs at Winthrop University Hospital for residents and medical students. Her areas of special interest include adolescent gynecology and vulvar abnormalities.
Dr. Johnson will be seeing patients at University Associates in Obstetrics and Gynecology, PC at 6 Technology Drive in East Setauket. Appointments can be scheduled by calling 444-4686.
http://stonybrookphysicians.com/xq/asp/code.294/qx/html_patient/physician.htm
Submitted by: Sue-Ann Villano/CPMP
2. Welcome Back Dr. Reinaldo Figueroa
The Department of Obstetrics, Gynecology and Reproductive Medicine is very pleased to welcome Dr. Reinaldo Figueroa back to the full time faculty in the Division of Maternal Fetal Medicine. Dr. Figueroa is a Board Certified perinatologist and highly skilled ultrasonographer. His research interests include infection during pregnancy and preterm labor.
Dr. Figueroa will be seeing patients at University Associates in Obstetrics and Gynecology, PC at 6 Technology Drive in East Setauket. Appointments can be scheduled by calling 444-4686.
http://stonybrookphysicians.com/xq/asp/code.282/qx/html_patient/physician.htm
Submitted by: Sue-Ann Villano/CPMP
3. Message for Hospital and LISVH Employees in the N.Y.S. Employees' Retirement System (ERS) regarding the Directions - Pre-Retirement Seminars
A Directions - Pre-Retirement Seminar will be held on April 5 and April 6, 2006 from 8:30 am to 4:30 pm at the Marriott Hotel in Islandia. Those who are at least age 50, planning to retire within the 5 years, and who have not attended a Directions Seminar in the past may register. Registering for the seminar does not guarantee admission. Those who register will be notified two weeks prior to the seminar date regarding admission.
Registration must be done through your Agency. To register you must complete a Registration form, which may be obtained from and must be returned to the Benefits Office located at 45 Research Way, Suite 204 no later than February 16, 2006. Registration forms may be faxed. Questions may be directed to Joanne at 689-2970.
Submitted by: Cassandra Moore/UHMC
03. Workshops/Courses/Training (work related; HR, EAP, DoIT, etc...)
1. Lawson Training
Lawson Training Class to be held on 2/16/06 at 10am or you can come to the class on 2/23/06 at 1pm, both classes will be held in the IT Training Room, (HSC-Library - Computer Classroom - Room 3-133A), "For All Employees". To attend this class please contact Michele Thomas, Lawson Support Specialist, ext. 4-7805. There will be 2 parts covered in this class, the first half is for ordering from the Storerooms in the Hospital and the second half will cover ordering from an outside Vendor. I suggest that all employees who are either new to Stony Brook Hospital or if you just need a refresher course, please attend this class.
Submitted by: Michele Thomas/UHMC
2. Foundations of Supervising
This comprehensive program focuses on the skills and knowledge necessary to be an effective supervisor. The competencies covered in this program focus on how supervisors can show care and concern for their employees while delegating work, communicating effectively and having thorough knowledge of what the supervisors role and responsibilities are.
Target Audience: This program is highly recommended for ALL NEW SUPERVISORS as well as supervisors who have never been formally trained in the supervisory function. See our website for course details.
Participants must attend ALL sessions:
Dates: 2/22, 2/23, 3/1, 3/2, 3/7, 3/16, 3/21, 4/13
Place: Administration Bldg., Room 192
To register: Click on link below:
http://naples.cc.sunysb.edu/Admin/HRSForms.nsf/aac30a50eebe3a8185256a6f004b0a84/7c48757ce9aedf9a85256a8d004b4293?OpenDocument
Submitted by: Patricia Lore/Admin
3. EAP Lunchtime Learning Part 1 For Faculty and Staff Who are Parents of High School Students
Presented by Stony Brook University guest speakers: Judy Burke-Berhannan, Acting Dean of Admissions and Jackie Pascariello, Director of Financial Aid. Do you have a son or daughter in high school who is preparing for college? If so, the Office of Undergraduate Admissions and the Office of Student Financial Aid Services would like to invite you to our workshop on the college planning process. Come and learn more about helping your child with the college selections process: factors to consider when choosing a college, the college application process, planning ahead for college costs, and financial aid application process.
March 2, 2006, 11:30-12:30, HSC, Lecture Hall 4, Level 2
Part II, March 9, 2006, HSC, Lecture Hall 6, Level 3
To Register call EAP at 632-6085
http://www.sunysb.edu/eap
Submitted by: Linda Tatem/Pres
4. Americans with Disabilities Act Awareness Training for Supervisors and Managers
Statistics say one in five people have a disability. This is one minority group that any one of us could join at any given moment in our lives. Employees need to know their rights and responsbiliities. Supervisors and managers should have some working knowledge of the ADA, which is a civil rights law, and know how best to serve employees with disabilities. Learn how and when to refer to the the office of Disability Support Services.
Date: February 15th, Time: 10:00 am - 11:30 am
Place: Administration Bldg., Room 192
To Register: Click on link below:
http://naples.cc.sunysb.edu/Admin/HRSForms.nsf/aac30a50eebe3a8185256a6f004b0a84/7c48757ce9aedf9a85256a8d004b4293?OpenDocument
Submitted by: Patricia Lore/Admin
04. Conferences/Seminars/Lectures
1. Topics in Atmospheric and Oceanic Sciences Seminar
Professor Anning Cheng from the NASA Langley Research Center will present a seminar entitled, "Organization of Mesoscale Convective Systems and its Parameterization in GCM," on Wednesday, February 15. The one-hour seminar begins at 12:00 noon at the Marine Sciences Research Center, South Campus, Endeavour Hall 120. Light refreshments will be served. For additional information, please contact the Institute for Terrestrial and Planetary Atmospheres at 632-8009.
http://atmos.msrc.sunysb.edu
Submitted by: Gina Gartin/MSRC
2. Neurobiology and Behavior Seminar
On Thursday, February 16th, at 12 Noon in Room 038 of the Life Sciences Building, the Department of Neurobiology and Behavior will host a Seminar given by Dr. Oliver Hobert of Columbia University. The title of Dr. Hobert's talk is: "Transcription factors, miRNAs and the generation of neuronal diversity in C. elegans."
Submitted by: Kathleen Delaney/CAS
3. This Week at the Wo/Men's Center...
Discussion Group - Thursday, February 16th @ 6PM
Supreme Court: How will Samuel Alito, Jr. Affect You?
Wo/Men's Center Library, Union Room 221
Also, dissertation support group now forming! If you are interested, please call 632-9666 to schedule a screening appointment.
Submitted by: Justine Perkowski/OSA
4. Faces of Liberty exhibition on display in the Main Library's North Reading Room from February 1st to 24th.
"Faces of Liberty" is a traveling photo-journal exhibition focusing on the Bill of Rights, civil liberties, and New Yorkers. An educational project of the New York Civil Liberties Union Foundation and its Nassau Chapter, the exhibit documents with black and white photographs the stories of twenty-two people who have stood up for their beliefs often in the face of great adversity with the assistance of the New York Civil Liberties Union.
Sponsored by the University Libraries and the New York Civil Liberties Union
http://www.stonybrook.edu/library
Submitted by: Kristen Nyitray/Lib
5. Leadership Symposium on Student-Community Wellness: Leadership for Civic Engagement, Tuesday, February 21st, 1-3 pm, Wang Center Theatre
The Stony Brook University 2006 Leadership Symposium on Student-Community Wellness will take place on February 21, 2006 from 1:00-3:00 p.m. in our Wang Center Theatre. The topic for this years symposium will be Leadership for Civic Engagement. Dr. Thomas Buchanan, President, University of Wyoming, Dr. Larry R. Faulkner, President, University of Texas at Austin, and Dr. Peter B. Vaughan, Dean, School of Social Service, Fordham University, Lincoln Center Campus are this year's panel presenters. One of the major goals of the event is to better equip education and community leaders to engage social issues in ways that advance community scholarship, trust, acceptance and responsibility.
For more info, visit:
http://www.studentaffairs.stonybrook.edu/dev/scdsym2006.jsp
Submitted by: Vincent Louie/UST
6. March 22, 2006 is the 7th Annual Blueprint for Gender Equity in Education Conference
The theme of this year's conference is a hot topic, "Mean Girls--Fact, Fiction, and Choosing Your Own Behavior." The annual 1-day conference for educators, community leaders and students is presented by the Long Island Fund for Women and Girls as part of a Gender Equity Collaborative Project with Stony Brook University. University sponsors include the Office of Diversity and Affirmative Action, Department of Psychology, CAS, and CEAS. The interactive program will explore whether so-called mean girl behaviors are really specific to girls and how adults can help to support more constructive and effective communications among young people. Program information and Registration materials can be downloaded at the Long Island Fund for Women and Girls website
http://www.lifwg.org/
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http://www.lifwg.org/
Submitted by: Janice Grackin/CAS
7. Ocean And Atmospheric Colloquium, February 17, 2006
Dr. Paul Pickhardt from the Stony Brook University , will present a seminar entitled,"Mercury Accumulation Dynamics in Biota from the San Francisco Bay Delta System"" at 12 noon on February 17, 2006. The seminar will take place at the Marine Sciences Research Center, South Campus, in the Endeavour Hall 120. Light refreshements will be served. For more information, please call 631-632-8781.
http://http://www.msrc.sunysb.edu/news.oac.html
Submitted by: Katerina Panagiotakopoulou/MSRC
8. Biomedical Engineering Seminar Series Lecture
"Development of an Osteoinductive Bone Graft"
Tony Mikos, Ph.D., Professor of Biomedical Engineering, Rice University, Houston, Texas
Wednesday, February 15, 2006
Harold Atkins Learning Center, Health Sciences Center, Level 4, 4:00 PM
Submitted by: Anne Marie Dusatko/UHMC
9. Ed Smith will give a lecture titled The Black List.
Ed Smith is a Guggenheim Fellow in Drawing and Sculpture.
The slide lecture will be held on February 15th at 12:15pm in room 3218 in the Staller Center, The artist will also show original work along with the slides.
Submitted by: Howardena Pindell/CAS
10. Doctoral Defenses This Week
Please click on the URL below to see this week's Doctoral Defenses.
http://www.grad.sunysb.edu/ddd/weekly.shtml
Submitted by: Fernando Cuenca/GST
11. Women's Studies Job Candidate Lecture, Tuesday, February 21, 3:00 pm Harriman Hall, Rm. 214
Speaker: Dr. Lisa Weasel, Department of Biology, Portland State University
"Feminism in the Field(s): Gender, Knowledge and the Globalization of GMOs"
Are so-called "Frankenfoods" a feminist issue? A decade after the commercial introduction of genetically modified foods, feminists have yet to take a strong stand in the global debates surrounding agricultural biotechnology and genetically modified organisms. This talk will link the field of feminist science studies and feminist engagement with epistemology to the global debates surrounding genetically modified organisms (GMOs), and the practical impacts of the globalization of agricultural biotechnology on women's lives around the world.
Submitted by: Grace Cappella/CAS
12. Women's Studies Program presents Dr. Philomena Essed, Antioch University, Thursday, February 23, 4:30 pm, Humanities Institute, Rm. 1008
"Cultural Cloning: the Race and Gender of Normative Preferences"
Over the past two decades we have come to the understanding that different forms of discrimination merge and reinforce each other. But (converging) discriminations against non-dominant groups are also indicative of normative preferences for imagined perfections consisting of a combination of such characteristics as: masculinities, whiteness, European-ness, physical abilities, high intelligence. The concept of cultural cloning is useful to analyze and explain the taken-for-granted desirability of certain types, the often-unconscious tendency to comply with normative standards, the fear to deviate from peers. In focusing on normative preferences for sameness as instruments of cultural cloning this new approach shifts the emphasis away from an exclusive differentialist approach - where difference and how to incorporate diversity are the focus of attention - towards the deeper, less articulated, problem of only scarcely contested sameness.
Submitted by: Grace Cappella/CAS
06. Charitable (Habitat, Blood drives, Cats, etc...)
1. The Long Island State Veterans Home - Hockey Night - "A Salute to Veterans Night" with the New York Islanders.
The Long Island State Veterans Home at Stony Brook University and the New York Islanders invite you to attend a special night, an opportunity to thank all Veterans, “America’s Heroes”, for their service and dedication in protecting our freedoms.
“A Salute to Veterans Night”
Saturday – March 25th, 2006
Game Time – 7PM
New York Islanders vs. Atlanta Thrashers
Tickets will be offered at a special discount ticket price of $35 per ticket.
The event will include raffle prizes and special recognition ceremonies.
Proceeds from ticket sales will enhance programs, services and activities at the Long Island State Veterans Home to benefit our residents and those who care for them.
Tickets must be purchased through the Long Island State Veterans Home in order to receive the discounted price. To purchase tickets, please contact LISVH Community Relations at (631) 444-8615.
“The Long Island State Veterans Home – Caring for America’s Heroes”
Submitted by: Jonathan Spier/LISVH
2. Thank you!
The SBU (Stony Brook University) Cat Network wishes to thank all of you who have so graciously donated money to the fund-raiser held on Tuesday, Jan. 31. All funds raised will be allocated to help pay for necessary medical treatment and care expenses for the stray and feral cats that live on campus.
Our mission is to humanely trap, neuter and vaccinate all of the feral cats on campus. Adoptable kittens and cats are found homes and un-adoptable ones are re-released into their colonies and fed daily for the rest of their lives. For more information, see out website:
http://www.sinc.sunysb.edu/clubs/sbucat/index.php
Submitted by: Anne Moyer/CAS
07. Entertainment (Sports, Movies, Events, etc...)
1. Bus Trip to Atlantic City on President's Day, February 20th
The Employee Activities Council is running a bus trip to the Tropicana Hotel in Atlantic City on Presidents' Day, Feb. 20, 2006. The cost is $25 per person, with $5 cash back at the casino. The bus leaves from Stony Brook at 7:00 a.m. and will have a 7 hr. stay upon arrival. Contact Dorothy Kutzin at 632-6040. If paying by check, make check payable to FSA 754. Seats are limited.
Submitted by: Augusta Kuhn/CAS
2. Agent Yellow (Christine Choy/2006/26 minutes)Thursday, February 23, 7pm, Wang Center Theater
Controversy, Science, Espionage! This film focuses on the ambiguous role forced upon Chinese scientists and engineers who have contributed significantly to American military research while still remaining largely invisible, except when singled out for disloyalty, as in the recent case of Wen Ho Lee, or the 1950's McCarthy Era case of Tsien Hsueh-sun. It explores pervasive American perception of China in either/or terms: either a sinister threat or a potential partner, and explores how these attitudes have led to a wariness about Chinese involvement in U.S. military technology.
Introduction to film by and Q and A with award-winning director Christine Choy and SBUs own Dr. Barry McCoy. Distinguished Professor, Physics Department
http://www.sunysb.edu/sb/wang/
Submitted by: Sunita Mukhi/Pres
3. Invocation to Nature: Tsunami/Katrina Memorial Wednesday, February 22, Wang Zodiac lobby, 12:45
In remembrance of lives lost in the two great natural disasters the Tsunami of 2004, and Katrina of 2005, songs, poems, testimonials and images are offered for healing grief, appreciation for acts of altruism, and a reverence for nature.
http://www.sunysb.edu/sb/wang/
Submitted by: Sunita Mukhi/Pres
4. Photos of Civil War Sties at University Art Gallery
Forty-two photographs by Vermont artist John Huddleston will be on view at the University Art Gallery in the Staller Center through Saturday, February 25, 2006. The exhibition, "John Huddleston: Killing Ground," pairs vintage, sometimes gruesome, photographs taken during the Civil War with Huddleston's contemporary color photographs of the battlefields as they exist today. Gallery hours are Tuesday through Friday, 12 noon - 4pm and Saturday, 7 - 9 pm. Admission is free. For further information,please call 632-7240.
Submitted by: Rhonda Cooper/CAS
5. Helikon Opera of Moscow in Strauss' "Die Fledermaus" at Staller Center, Sat. Feb 18 at 8:00 pm.
Johann Strauss' "Die Fledermaus" on the Main Stage of Staller Center. Full orchestra.An outstanding opera company from Russia will perform this light-hearted, lavishly-staged production. Sung in German with projected supertitles. Tickets: $40 at 631-632-ARTS [2787] or online at stallercenter.com.
http://stallercenter.com
Submitted by: Julie Greene/CAS
6. Art Opening & Reception, everyone is welcome! Folk Art Exhibition, "Mascaras, Marks Mexican Mask Collection"
A collection of Mexican Folk Art masks donated by Cedric and Daisy Marks to Stony Brook-LACS. This exhibition demonstrates the masks' function for both ceremonial and decorative purposes. Discussion by Dr. Bryan Stevens, "Mexican Masks:A Living Legacy". Along with a VIDEO PRESENTATION of "Masks of Mexico" distributed by Tellens, Inc.
FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 17, 4:00-6:00 PM - LACS Gallery, Social & Behavioral Sciences Bldg., N320, Refreshments Served.
http://www.stonybrook.edu/lacc
Submitted by: Domenica Tafuro/CAS
7. Sold Out Performance at Staller Center, Sunday, Feb. 19 at 3:00 pm, "Sing! Sing! Sing!" starring Ken Peplowski, clarinet.
Sing! Sing! Sing! A Tribute to Benny Goodman's 1938 Carnegie Hall Concert starring Ken Peplowski, clarinet, conducting the Kingdom of Swing Big Band. In the Recital Hall. Sold Out... A reminder to ticket holders.
http://stallercenter.com
Submitted by: Julie Greene/CAS
8. Legendary Singer/Songwriter Jack Hardy appears at The University Cafe on Sunday, March 5th at 2 P.M. Antje Duvekot opens.
The University Cafe's Sunday Acoustic series (co-sponsored by WUSB-FM) features singer-songwriter Jack Hardy on Sunday, March 5th at 2 P.M.
It is fitting that Jack plays the Cafe just before St. Patrick's Day since his music has a strong Celtic base, although with a real twist. The world of Jack Hardy (as evidenced in his fourteen CD releases) sees themes of the American experience and the ballads and jigs of Celtic ancestors co-existing with powerful songs of trenchant political commentary.
Hardy is well-known for his stewardship of Fast Folk Musical Magazine, where he launched the careers of Suzanne Vega, John Gorka, Shawn Colvin, Richard Shindell and many others.
Antje Duvekot, back by audience acclaim following her recent appearance with Ellis Paul at The Cafe, will open.
Admission is $ 20.00 ( student rate of $15.00.) For ticket information/reservations call The University Cafe at 631-632-6027 or e mail (gpalaia@notes.cc.sunysb.edu).
http://www.universitycafe.org
Submitted by: Charles Backfish/CAS
9. A Mantra For Peace: A Call For Art
The aim of A Mantra for Peace is to bring together in a single visual chant a multiplicity of languages and visions by means of art works that intone peace as their mantra. The call for works is open to all artists, national and international, working in all kinds of media. The format of the works is not restricted to any size, shape, or material, as long as the works can be sent through regular mail and the expenses of postage are covered by the artists.
The exhibition will take place between March 30th and April 30, 2006,with an opening ceremony on Thursday, March 30, 2006, 4 pm.
Your work should be received at the address below by March 24, 2006: Charles B. Wang Center, Suite 302, Stony Brook University, Stony Brook, NY 11794
Curated by Carla Macchiavello
Co-Sponsored with Musicians Alliance for Peace, Department of Art.
http://www.stonybrook.edu/wang
Submitted by: Sunita Mukhi/Pres
10. Foxwoods Casino Bus Trip Saturday April 29, 2006.
The employee activities council 2nd annual bus trip to Foxwoods Casino. The price will be $31pp.(includes food voucher, keno, coach bus transportation and Port Jefferson Ferry coming back)the bus will leave 7am and return to main campus 8:45pm. We will drive around and coming back bus will be placed on the ferry.
For more information please contact Philip Brown 632-1767, pbrown@notes.cc.sunysb.edu
Submitted by: Philip Brown/Admin
11. Bhajans: Songs of Praise Every Monday from 5:30 to 7:30 pm Starting February 27, 2006 Lecture Hall 1
An activity like bhajans [singing the glory of the Lord] elevates the mind and encourages the individual to seek and find the source of eternal joy that lies within.
All are cordially invited to join in this singing of the Divines name and revelling in the glory and majesty of the Almighty.
The practice is a form of meditation and self-expression.
The songs will be sung in Hindi carrying the message of sathya (truth), dharma (righteousness) shanti (peace), prema (love) and ahimsa (non-violence). All are welcome!
Co-sponsored by the Center for India Studies.
For Information please contact: Center for India Studies at 631- 632-9742, Kumkum Bhasin at 631-903-5785
http://www.stonybrook.edu/wang
Submitted by: Sunita Mukhi/Pres
08. For-Pay Workshops/Courses (SPD, etc...)
1. Taoist Chi Gong/Meditation Weekend
You can now learn the ancient methods of reducing stress to balance life. Master Yun Xiang Tseng (Chen), Wudang Taoist Priest, Master of Tai Chi and Qi Gong, will be teaching classes in Taoist philosophy, Qi Gong and Tai Chi on Long Island, March 24-26 2006 at the Wang Center of Stony Brook University. Please email wudangsoul@yahoo.comor call Judi at (631) 368- 8701 for more information.
http://www.wudangtao.com
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Submitted by: F.Jason Torre/Lib
2. From Windows to Web: The Essentials of Personal Computing: - NCE 707 - 13 sessions - Fee: $1,499.00
This comprehensive program serves as a broad-based introduction to using a personal computer. Starting from a foundation in Microsoft Windows and exploring the basics of Word, using email, navigating the Internet, learning about web design, and concluding with the use of a digital camera, this program covers all you need to know to get you started. Students who successfully complete this 18 session program will earn certificates in both "Introduction to Computers" and "Microsoft Web Design".This section is taught in English with a Spanish speaking Instructor who assists the students with a Spanish translation if neccessary.
Section B: Fri.,4:30-7:30 pm, Feb.24; Mar.3,10,17,24,31; April 7,21,28; May 5,12,19,26, 2006.(Bilingual Instructor)
10% discount for University employees and Students.
CSEA LEAP Vouchers accepted
For a full description of this class, and to register go to SPD Website at
http://www.stonybrook.edu/spd/computer
For questions call 632-7071
Submitted by: Frank Esposito/Prov
3. Auditions for SBU Pre-College and Community Music Programs, Adult Chamber Music Workshop on March 6.
The Workshops are open to dedicated adult musicians of all levels of ability and experience. Ensembles for strings, woodwinds, brass, piano, and voice will be formed based on performance level and the best possible instrumentation. Pre-existing groups are also welcome. Ensembles will be coached by well-known and experienced musicians who bring years of chamber music coaching to the program. The workshop will be eight weeks in length and include six 90 minute coaching sessions, culminating in a recital in the Staller Center Recital Hall on May 21. Auditions for the workshop will be held on Monday, March 6, beginning at 7:00 p.m. The fee is $225 for the eight-week session. Please call Edith Auner, 632-7328 to schedule an appointment and for more information.
Submitted by: Edith Auner/CAS
09. Research (Studies, Testing, etc...)
1. Are you an overweight healthy non-smoker?
We invite you to participate in a study of how your lungs work.
This study involves pulmonary function testing (2 hours) , followed by 2 days of chest imaging (about 4 hours on the first day and 2 hours on the second day). We will be studying whether your weight is affecting the way your lungs clear things that you breathe in.
If you are interested and you are: Overweight*
Never smoked
Do not have a cough
Are not pregnant
Are over the age of 18
No pacemaker or other device in your chest
Please Call: 631-444-1776 and ask to speak to Dr. Solomita in the Pulmonary Division about the lung study. You will be paid $25 for each day of imaging that you complete.
Submitted by: Mario Solomita/UHMC
10. Miscellaneous
1. Valentine's Day Roses and Gifts
Beautiful live red Valentine's day roses available at Seawolves MarketPlace on Tuesday, February 14. Prepaid orders happily accepted. You can also find just the right card and other gifts. See you at Seawolves.
Submitted by: Madeline Gifford/FSA
2. Volunteer To Work With Young Children At Stony Brook Child Care Services
Enjoy working and playing with young children? Know someone else who does? Join the team at Stony Brook Child Care Services as a volunteer. Work alongside our professional teaching staff in a facility designed and equipped for very young children. You can volunteer for as few as 3 hours a week and can choose to work with Infants and Toddlers or Preschoolers. The center is open Monday through Friday 7 am - 6 pm year round. Volunteers must be at least 18 years of age. For information on our program visit www.stonybrook.edu/sb/childcare
For more information please call 632-6930
http://www.stonybrook.edu/sb/childcare
Submitted by: Denise Masone/Affl
3. New Spring Students Who Are U.S. citizens!
A fee for the University health insurance plan (SHIP) has been billed to your account. If you already have a health insurance plan in effect, through a job or through your parents, please go to the Home Page of your SOLAR account, look under Student Financial Services and click on Request an insurance waiver. You will need to complete the on-line waiver with specific information about your insurance plan. Waivers are due by February 15. After that date, no waivers will be accepted by the SOLAR system; there are no paper waivers. For further information, please call 631 632-6054 or 632-6331, or send an email to : SHO-RSHIP@notes.cc.sunysb.edu
Submitted by: Leta Edelson/OSA
4. The Summer Camps at Stony Brook 631-632-4550
Let us make your childs summer vacation a safe learning experience filled with fun! Call for a free brochure which includes registration information, rates and dates or visit our website at www.stonybrook.edu/daycamp.
Seawolves Sport Camps, We offer a wide range of athletic sport camps for children between the ages 7 - 18: Baseball Camp, Tennis Camp, Softball Camp, Boys Lacrosse Camp, Girls Soccer Camp, Boys Soccer Camp, Boys Basketball Camp, Girls Basketball Camp, Volleyball Camp, and Cheerleading Camp.
Summer Camp, For children between the ages 5 - 12, co-ed, June 26th - August 18th, 2006. Offers three hours of athletics and three hours of academics each day, computers and swimming included daily.
Camp Academies, Camp Academies for children entering grades 4th- 11th specializing in one week programs in the following categories: Medical/Athletic; Chess; Chess/Medical; Art; Computers; Acting and Crafty Arts.
http://www.stonybrook.edu/daycamp
Submitted by: Janice Maggio/Pres
5. Order your Stony Brook Ring - Ring Week February 20 - 23, 2006
The Official Ring of Stony Brook University is reserved exclusively for alumni and enrolled students who are in good standing with the University who have achieved junior or senior status.
Visit with the ring representative Monday, February 20 - Thursday, February 23, 2006 from 11:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. in the Student Activities Center.
For more information visit: www.balfourcollege.com or call 1-866-BALFOUR (866-225-3687).
http://www.balfourcollege.com
Submitted by: Karen Keeley/UAff
6. Valentine's Day Long-Stemmed Rose Sale
The University Hospital Auxiliary is holding a Valentine's Day Long-Stemmed Rose Sale on February 14 in the vendor area of the Hospital by the cafeteria on level 5 from 10:00 a.m. until approximately 2:00 p.m.
Each long-stemmed rose is wrapped with baby's breath and fern.
Submitted by: Patricia O'Brien/UHMC