Campus Announcements for the week of 11/03/2003
Table of Contents
01. Administrative (dept moves/closes, employee info, Admin announcements)
1. 2003 Health Insurance Transfer Period
2. New York State Health Benefit Option Transfer Period
3. New York State Employees Enrolled in the New York State Deferred Compensation (IRS 457) Plan - 2003 Changes
4. West Campus and HSC Employees - TIAA-CREF Financial Education Seminar, Adjusting Your Asset Allocation
5. Research Foundation Employees - Flexible Spending Account Open Enrollment Period
6. Research Foundation Employees - Health Insurance Open Enrollment Period
7. NYS Employees (West Campus and HSC) Enrolled in Empire Plan for Health Insurance - Look for Change Information Mailed Home
8. New York State Employees (West Campus and HSC) - VALIC Risk Management Financial Seminar
9. Reminder: New Vendor For College Tuition Savings Program - State And Research Foundation Employees
10. Summer Sessions Office New Location
11. Stony Brook's NCAA Self-Study of SBU Athletics Program - Report Summary Now Available; and Town Hall Meetings Scheduled
12. University Senate meets on Monday, November 3rd at 3:30 p.m. in SAC 302.
02. Hosp/HSC Admin Announcements
1. Building Healthcare Excellence - November 12, 2003
2. National Patient Tranport Week / Novenber 3-7
03. Workshops/Courses/Training (work related; HR, EAP, DoIT, etc...)
1. Do you know how to archive your mail, invite people to meetings, send an attachment in Notes?
2. Join us Wednesday for Notes Training - archive your mail, create out of office reply, check mail on the Web.
3. Employee Assistance Program Lunchtime Learning - Time Management Tips for the Holidays
4. Workplace Violence: Supervisory Training for Safety and Awareness(HTNW03)- Training for Hospital Employees- in the HSC- 11/13/03 (9am-12pm)
5. Employee Assistance Program Lunchtime Learning - Caring for Caregivers
6. Lawson Requistion Training (HTNW27)-for Hospital Employees in the MILC-HSC, Level 2,- 11/11, 11/20, 12/4, 12/17 (9-11am)
7. CELT TA Workshop: Teaching Large Classes - with Distinguished Teaching Professor Helen Lemay
8. CELT TA Workshop: How to Use Office Hours Effectively - with Dr. Troy Wolfskill
04. Conferences/Seminars/Lectures
1. Department of Biochemistry and Cell Biology Seminar
2. Topics in Oceanic and Atmospheric Sciences Seminar
3. HISB presents "Europe and the Gypsies" An Interdisciplinary Colloquium
4. Dialogues For Diversity, Democracy & Civic Engagement Program Wednesday, November 5Th At 4:00 PM Wang Center
5. Oceans and Atmosphere Colloquium, November 7, 2003
6. Small Business Development Center and Brookhaven Chambers of Commerce Coalition presents: "Re-Employment or Self-Employment?" Employment Market & Opportunities
7. Faculty Teleconference Series on Teaching Begins Friday, Nov 7 from 1-3 PM
8. The North Eastern Linguistic Society Annual Meeting will be hosted by the Linguistics Department
9. Ecology and Evolution Seminar
10. Department of Biochemistry & Cell Biology Seminar
11. AMS & Biomedical Engineering Joint Colloquium: Nov. 12, 2003
12. Seminar for the Japan Exchange & Teaching (JET) Program
13. Chemistry This Week at Stony Brook
05. Hosp/HSC Conferences/Seminars/Lectures
1. School of Dental Medicine Seminar Series
06. Charitable (Habitat, Blood drives, Cats, etc...)
1. Fall 2003 Residential Blood Drives
2. Little Miracles Fashion Show - Fund Raiser for Pediatric Oncology
3. Holiday Gift Program
4. Adorable Cats Available for Adoption!
5. Celebrate the Achievements of Stony Brook's Outstanding Alumni!
07. Entertainment (Sports, Movies, Events, etc...)
1. Author Reading and Book-signing Event on Thursday, November 6 featuring Three Crime and Mystery Novelists
2. November is National Diabetes Month. Free Lunch & Learn: Diabetes Type II Self Management
3. George Wallace, Suffolk County Poet Laureate, to host poetry event on Wednesday, November 5 at 4pm
4. Reading and Book-signing Event on Thursday, November 20 featuring three Faculty Authors
5. Steve Hofstetter, author of "Student Body Shots" November 5 12:30 - 2:10 pm University Bookstore Atrium
6. Science Fiction / Fantasy Authors - November 11 4:00 pm University Bookstore Atrium
7. Dr. Steve (The Dirtmeister) Tomecek visits Stony Brook University, November 21 10:00 am - 12:00 noon SAC Auditorium
8. Last Chance To Catch SBU Football In Action At Home!
08. For-Pay Workshops/Courses (SPD, etc...)
1. Revitalize/Enhance your office Computer skills.
2. Defensive Driving Classes offered.
3. Osteoporosis: An Integrative Approach To Prevention And Management
4. Pilates Workshop
5. Colds And Flu Workshop
09. Research (Studies, Testing, etc...)
1. Diabetes and Periodontal (Gum) Disease
2. Researchers are looking for individuals for a paid research study on depression
3. Bipolar Research Study
4. Sarcopenia Study in those over 60 years of age
10. Miscellaneous
1. United University Professions' General Membership Meeting
2. Gloria and Mark Snyder Hillel Center dedicated
3. 6th Annual Institute for Medicine in Contemporary Society Writing Contest Guest Judge: Danielle Ofri, MD and Author
4. 16th Annual Photo Contest, November 1-30
5. Veterans Day Ceremony
01. Administrative (dept moves/closes, employee info, Admin announcements)
1. 2003 Health Insurance Transfer Period
A recent survey conducted by SBU's Center for Survey Research indicates that 73% of Americans ranked good health care benefits as the most important issue of employment. The State and Research Foundation agree and provide its employees with several excellent health plans and the opportunity each year to transfer from one plan to another.
The Health Insurance Transfer Period begins November 1, 2003. West Campus Human Resource Services/Benefits Section is sponsoring a Transfer Period Health Insurance Day on November 5, 2003 in the SAC, Room 306 from 11:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Please come and meet with the representatives of the various health plans to ask your questions and ensure that the health plan you have chosen is right for you and your family.
Submitted by: Alessandra White/Admin
2. New York State Health Benefit Option Transfer Period
The STATE Health Benefit Option Transfer Period allows you to change your health insurance option for the new year. The 2003 transfer period begins on November 1 and will end 30 days from the date that premium information is distributed. The Division of Employee Benefits in Albany will send premium information to your home address shortly. During the transfer period, we recommend that you evaluate your health care needs and read "Choices", mailed to you by the Division of Employee Benefits. To change your option, fill out form PS-404; if you select an HMO, you also need to fill out an HMO enrollment form. Any change you make will become effective on January 1, 2004. If you do not want to make a change, no action is required. If you have any questions or need a form, e-mail Deborah.Giacopelli@stonybrook.edu.
Submitted by: Alexis Swiatkowski/Admin
3. New York State Employees Enrolled in the New York State Deferred Compensation (IRS 457) Plan - 2003 Changes
If you are enrolled in the New York State Deferred Compensation Plan for 2003, you should have received letters directly from the New York State Deferred Compensation Board detailing recent plan changes for 2003. Following is a brief summary of those changes: Effective in April, the plan has a new administrator, Nationwide Retirement Solutions, expanded internet services and educational workshops,and an expanded menu of investment options; effective in October, a new mutual fund window that provides access to funds outside the plan for an additional fee, and the elimination of six funds previously available. For additional information on any of these changes, call the Deferred Compensation Helpline at 1-800-422-8436 or visit their website at
http://www.nysdcp.com
.
Submitted by: Alexis Swiatkowski/Admin
4. West Campus and HSC Employees - TIAA-CREF Financial Education Seminar, Adjusting Your Asset Allocation
A TIAA-CREF representative will be on campus on Thursday, November 13, to conduct a Financial Education Seminar on Adjusting Your Asset Allocation. This seminar will cover the importance of a diversified portfolio of investments and the basic concepts of asset allocation and how to apply them to your unique situation. Please contact Denise Gross at 632-4501 if you would like to attend. The seminar will be held in the Student Activities Center, Room 305, from 12:00-1:15 p.m.
Submitted by: Alexis Swiatkowski/Admin
5. Research Foundation Employees - Flexible Spending Account Open Enrollment Period
The Flexible Spending Account Open Enrollment period for RF employees occurs during the month of November. If you choose to enroll during this time period, your enrollment begins January 1, 2004, and ends December 31, 2004. You may choose to enroll in either a Health Care Spending Account, for medical expenses not covered by insurance, or in a Dependent Care Spending Account, for dependent care expenses, or both. Pre-tax deductions are taken from your bi-weekly paycheck and deposited in whichever account you enroll in to pay for those expenses once incurred. Even if you are currently enrolled, you must re-enroll for each new tax year. If you would like to enroll, contact Cori Ribaudo at Cori.Ribaudo@stonybrook.edu or 632-6163.
Submitted by: Alexis Swiatkowski/Admin
6. Research Foundation Employees - Health Insurance Open Enrollment Period
The Health Insurance Open Enrollment period for RF employees occurs during the month of November. This is the time that you can change insurance carriers and add or delete dependents. Changes submitted during Open Enrollment become effective January 1, 2004. If you would like to make a change, visit the HRS website at
http://www.stonybrook.edu/hr/benefits
to download an health insurance enrollment form. RF Central will be mailing a Benefits Bulletin to your home detailing the Open Enrollment period and other upcoming benefits changes.
Submitted by: Alexis Swiatkowski/Admin
7. NYS Employees (West Campus and HSC) Enrolled in Empire Plan for Health Insurance - Look for Change Information Mailed Home
Look for Empire Plan Reports that will be mailed to your home from the NYS Department of Civil Service before year end. These reports will announce changes, effective January 1,2004,to the annual deductible and coinsurance maximums, specific to your bargaining unit, under the Empire Plan Basic Medical Program. The Empire Plan Basic Medical Program applies whenever you use an out of network medical services provider. You have no annual deductible or coinsurance whenever you use an Empire Plan Participating Provider. Once you receive the Empire Plan Report at home and review it, if you have any questions regarding the information it contains, please call the West Campus Benefits Office at 632-6165.
Submitted by: Alexis Swiatkowski/Admin
8. New York State Employees (West Campus and HSC) - VALIC Risk Management Financial Seminar
A VALIC representative will be on campus this Wednesday, November 5, to conduct a Financial Education Seminar on Risk Management. Risk Management helps individuals to protect themselves and their families from financial consequences of unforeseen events. This seminar will cover seven products found in an effective Risk Management program: health insurance, long-term care insurance, disability insurance, homeowner's insurance, liability insurance, and life insurance. Please contact Denise Gross at 632-4501 if you would like to attend. The seminar will be held in the Student Activities Center, Room 305, from 12:00-1:00 p.m.
Submitted by: Alexis Swiatkowski/Admin
9. Reminder: New Vendor For College Tuition Savings Program - State And Research Foundation Employees
This reminder is a follow up to our previous announcements:
New York State had contracted with TIAA-CREF in 1998 to administer the College Tuition Savings Program. That contract was for 5 years and has now expired. NYS has selected a new vendor by the name of Upromise Investments to administer the College Tuition Savings Program for the next 5 years. TIAA-CREF will continue to adminster the program through November 14, 2003, after which Upromise will take over. TIAA-CREF has sent notification to participants directly and more information will be forthcoming as the transition date nears. This affects only TIAA-CREF's contract for the College Tuition Savings Program and has no impact on other business we do with TIAA-CREF. If you have any questions regarding the transition, please call the College Savings Program at 1-877-697-2837 or visit their web site at
http://www.nysaves.org
.
Submitted by: Alexis Swiatkowski/Admin
10. Summer Sessions Office New Location
The Summer Sessions Office has relocated to the Registrar's office, Room 276 in the Administration Building. Our telephone numbers and campus zip code will remain the same. In person office hours are M-F 8:30 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. Telephone hours are from 8:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
http://www.stonybrook.edu/summer
Submitted by: Linda Foster/Prov
11. Stony Brook's NCAA Self-Study of SBU Athletics Program - Report Summary Now Available; and Town Hall Meetings Scheduled
The Steering Committee for Stony Brook's first NCAA self-study of our athletics program invites you to review and comment on the summary of findings and recommendations contained in the four subcommittee draft reports. The four subcommittees have been examining these key areas: Academic Integrity; Fiscal Integrity; Governance and Rules Compliance; and Equity, Welfare, and Sportsmanship. The summary is available October 15 through November 21 at www.stonybrook.edu/ncaa. Comments can be submitted online through a form at that site. The summary is also available in alternate format upon request to George Meyer, Chair, NCAA Certification Self-Study Steering Committee at 2-6270.
Town Hall Meetings - The campus community is invited to attend two town hall meetings on November 19 to ask questions and express opinions regarding the draft summary: Campus Lifetime - SAC, Room 302; and/or 9:30 p.m., Mendelsohn Quad, O'Neill Lounge.
Submitted by: Christine Quinn/Pres
12. University Senate meets on Monday, November 3rd at 3:30 p.m. in SAC 302.
Tentative Agenda
I. Approval of Tentative Agenda
II. Approval of October 13, 2003 minutes
III. Presidents Report (S. Kenny)
IV. Provosts report (R. McGrath)
V. Second presentation of proposed changes to the University Senate Constitution (M. Tumilowicz)
VI. NCAA Self-Study (G. Meyer)
VII. Middle States Review (M. Aronoff)
VIII. Senate Executive Committee approval of on campus Gen Ed course submission procedure (B. Lindquist)
IX. Oswego SUNY-Wide faculty meeting report (N. Goodman)
X. Undergraduate Council Resolution - credit limits (W. Collins)
XI. Old Business
New Business
Submitted by: Laurie Theobalt/Prov
02. Hosp/HSC Admin Announcements
1. Building Healthcare Excellence - November 12, 2003
You are cordially invited to celebrate "Building Healthcare Excellence" on Wednesday, November 12 at the Opening and Ribbon Cutting of the new Orthopedics Unit, Stony Brook University Hospital, 14th floor from 4-5 P.M.
There will be a community wide Open House Reception from 5-7 PM on the 5th floor of the hospital. President Shirley Strum Kenny and Bruce Schroffel will present an overview of the hospital's $300 million Master Plan. Architectural models and renderings will be on display where you can learn what the next 3 years will hold for Stony Brook University Hospital.
To RSVP or for more information call 4-2899.
Submitted by: Margaret Melzer/HSC
2. National Patient Tranport Week / Novenber 3-7
Please join Distribution Services to recognize and celebrate the acheivments of our patient and equipment transport staff. We will have pictures and details of our services and accomplishments displayed between the Hospital/HSC on level 5. Please congratulate our Transport Staff when they come to your area this week.
Submitted by: James Serignese/UHMC
03. Workshops/Courses/Training (work related; HR, EAP, DoIT, etc...)
1. Do you know how to archive your mail, invite people to meetings, send an attachment in Notes?
Check out the training classes that Client Support offers. You can even register online!
http://clientsupport.stonybrook.edu/training/Notes_training.shtml
Submitted by: Kim Rant/DoIT
2. Join us Wednesday for Notes Training - archive your mail, create out of office reply, check mail on the Web.
To register for "Getting Organized With Lotus Notes" scheduled for 11/5 from 2:00-4:00 please go to the Client Support website.
http://clientsupport.stonybrook.edu/training/Notes_training.shtml
Submitted by: Kim Rant/DoIT
3. Employee Assistance Program Lunchtime Learning - Time Management Tips for the Holidays
Does the end of the year fill you with dread? Do you wish the holidays weren't an annual event? Do you keep promising yourself that this year you'll get a head start on holiday tasks, only to procrastinate even more? This workshop will provide some easily applicable tips to help you anticipate the holidays with pleasure, while providing a means for structuring your limited time and delegating or deleting some tasks.
November 10, 2003, HSC, Level 2, Seminar Room 2B, 11:30-12:30
To Register: Please contact the EAP at 632-6085. (Maximum: 15 registrants).
Please bring your lunch.
http://www.sunysb.edu/eap
Submitted by: Linda Tatem/Pres
4. Workplace Violence: Supervisory Training for Safety and Awareness(HTNW03)- Training for Hospital Employees- in the HSC- 11/13/03 (9am-12pm)
The goal of this program, presented by EAP, is to create awareness of the Drug-Free Workplace Act and its purpose. At the conclusion of this program, participants will be able to: Describe the types of persons that disrupt the workplace and their violent behaviors. Discuss threats and their impact on the employee and the workplace. Discuss the importance of reporting and documenting threats and violent measures. Describe measures to take to eliminate conditions that cause conflict. Discuss measures to take to diffuse the escalation of conflict. Understand the supervisor's role and responsibility in regard to workplace violence prevention. To register for this program please contact Jean, in Corporate Education & Training at 4-9805 or use the following link to print a registration form and fax the form to 4-9806.
http://inside.hospital.stonybrook.edu/sbuh/hr/index.cfm?id=1187
Submitted by: Annemarie Scherer/UHMC
5. Employee Assistance Program Lunchtime Learning - Caring for Caregivers
When a loved one is ill or aging it often appears that the last thing there is time for, in addition to career and family needs, is being gentle and caring to ourselves. This workshop addresses the integral physical, emotional and spiritual needs of caregivers while acknowledging some painful emotions that often surface during these times of stress. We provide some resources for rising to the challenge of care giving and provide an occasion for participants to connect withothers for support and encouragement. Specialized resource material will be distributed.
November 13, 2003, Women's Studies Colloquium Center, 12-1:30
To Register: Please contact the EAP at 632-6085. (Maximum: 15 registrants).
Please bring your lunch.
http://www.sunysb.edu/eap
Submitted by: Linda Tatem/Pres
6. Lawson Requistion Training (HTNW27)-for Hospital Employees in the MILC-HSC, Level 2,- 11/11, 11/20, 12/4, 12/17 (9-11am)
This workshop is designed to take you through the process of entering various types of procurement requistions in the Lawson system including: Entering, changing, and deleting; Stores & Vendor requisitions; Adding another page of items; Adding comments to a requisition, Checking for approvals; Finding a purchase order number for a requisition; Inquiring on requisitions, Inquiring on a budget; and Blanket Order releases. All Lawson users, must attend this course to obtain a user ID & password. To register for this program please contact Jean, in Corporate Education & Training at 4-9805 or use the following link to print a registration form and fax the form to 4-9806.
http://inside.hospital.stonybrook.edu/sbuh/hr/index.cfm?id=1187
Submitted by: Jean Solheim/UHMC
7. CELT TA Workshop: Teaching Large Classes - with Distinguished Teaching Professor Helen Lemay
When: Wednesday, Novemeber 5th, 2-3pm Where: CELT, Melville Library, Room E-1337
Are you currently teaching large classes, or plan to do so in the near future? Then don't miss out on this unique opportunity to get tips from an expert. Distinguished Teaching Professor Helen Lemay will offer concrete solutions to problems that she has learned from her 34 years of teaching at SUNY Stony Brook. Annette Ricciardi, Professor Lemay's TA, will also be present to answer questions from the TA's perspective. Some of the topics will include: How to make a large class a more personal experience for the student, group work in large classes, the Teaching Assistant as a "personality" in class, hints for running sections, grading and re-grading, and suggestions on how to survive the experience.
Lunch will be provided. Please register for this event at the CELT website under "Activities and Events."
http://www.celt.sunysb.edu
Submitted by: Nora Ruth/GST
8. CELT TA Workshop: How to Use Office Hours Effectively - with Dr. Troy Wolfskill
When: Wednesday, November 11, 12:30-2pm Where: CELT, Melville Library, Room E-1337
Office hours are intended to be a productive time in which the instructor and student can exchange ideas freely, creating a collaborative learning experience. Instead, do you find that students expect you to do their work for them, or sit quitely waiting for you to read their mind? Do too many students come to your office hours or none at all? Dr. Troy Wolfskill will facilitate a discussion of these and similar issues to help you think about strategies for making your office hours more effective. Dr. Wolfskill has been holding office hours for 20 years, first as a graduate teaching assistant and then as a faculty member. For the past six years, he has trained and supervised undergraduate and graduate TAs.
Please register for this event at the CELT website under "Activities and Events." Lunch will be provided.
http://www.celt.sunysb.edu
Submitted by: Nora Ruth/GST
04. Conferences/Seminars/Lectures
1. Department of Biochemistry and Cell Biology Seminar
On Thursday, November 13, 2003 Dr. Stephen Blacklow from Harvard Medical School will be holding a seminar entitled "Structure and Function of Lipoprotein Receptors" in Room 038, Life Sciences Building at 4:00 p.m.
HOST:Dr. Bernadette Holdener
Submitted by: Lizandia Perez/CAS
2. Topics in Oceanic and Atmospheric Sciences Seminar
Dr. Barbara Carlson from the NASA Goddard Institute for Space Studies will present a seminar entitled, "An Assessment of Decadel Variability in the Tropical Radiation Budget" at 11:30 a.m. on Wednesday, November 5. The seminar will be held at the Marine Sciences Research Center on South Campus. Light refreshments will be served. For more information, please contact the Institute for Terrestrial and Planetary Atmospheres at 2-8009.
http://atmos.msrc.sunysb.edu
Submitted by: Gina Gartin/MSRC
3. HISB presents "Europe and the Gypsies" An Interdisciplinary Colloquium
The Humanities Institute at Stony Brook Presents "Europe and the Gypsies" An Interdisciplinary Colloquium
The speakers of this series have been invited to give their opinion of the portrayal of Gypsies in European culture, address issues related to Roma ethnic identity, as well as to assess Roma contributions to culture and music.
The next lecture will be November 19, 2003 4:30pm
Timothy Mitchell, Texas A&M "Ecstatic Identity Construction and the performance of Waste"
All presentations will be held at the Humanities Institute, E4340 Melville Library. For more information, Please call HISB at 631-632-7765, or go to our website: www.sunysb.edu/humanities/indexpagelinks/fall2003.htm
http://www.sunysb.edu/humanities/indexpagelinks/fall2003.htm
Submitted by: Adrienne Unger/CAS
4. Dialogues For Diversity, Democracy & Civic Engagement Program Wednesday, November 5Th At 4:00 PM Wang Center
The first in a monthly series of Dialogues for Diversity, Democracy & Civic Engagement Program will be held Wednesday, November 5th at 4:00 PM in the Wang Center. The Panel Presentation includes members from The Workplace Project, The LI Immigrant Alliance, Representatives of the Day Laborer Community and Michael Zweig, Professor of Economics at SBU leading the discussion on Workplace Rights and Human Rights on Long Island. There will be an opportunity for questions and the Diversity Fellows will facilitate small group discussion on issues raised by the panel as well as the University's role in the community. Lite Refreshments will be served. The event is sponsored by The Office of Diversity and Affirmative Action, Community Service-Learning Living Learning Center, the Center for Excellence in Learning and Teaching and the Office of the Vice President for Student Affairs. Call 631-632-6280 or go to www.stonybrook.edu/diversity for more information.
http://www.stonybrook.edu/diversity
Submitted by: Mary Kenny/Pres
5. Oceans and Atmosphere Colloquium, November 7, 2003
Dr. Greg Mountain from Rutgers University, will present a seminar on " Sea level change: Who knows? Who cares?" at 12:30pm on November 7, 2003.
The seminar will take place at the Marine Sciences Research Center, in the Endeavour Hall 120. For more information, please call 632-8781.
http://www.msrc.sunysb.edu/news.oac.html
Submitted by: Katerina Panagiotakopoulou/MSRC
6. Small Business Development Center and Brookhaven Chambers of Commerce Coalition presents: "Re-Employment or Self-Employment?" Employment Market & Opportunities
Are you at a crossroads in your career? Wondering what to do next? Join us at a unique job fair! FREE Scott Passeser from Channel 12 Job Line and LIA Staffing, Employers, Resume Counselors, Networking, Self-Employment Advising...
Date: Nov. 13, 2003 Time: 9:30 - 12:30 Place: LI Business and Technology Center, Great River, NY
For additional info call: 631-632-9070
Submitted by: Ronni Rosen/CEAS
7. Faculty Teleconference Series on Teaching Begins Friday, Nov 7 from 1-3 PM
Professor Clyde F. Herreid, SUNY Distinguished Teaching Professor at the University at Buffalo, will present the first in a series of faculty teleconferences on teaching on Friday, November 7, from 1:00 - 3:00 PM in Javits Room 223. His presentation is entitled "The 10 Commandments for Effective Teaching" Seating is limited to 20 participants. For more information or to register online, visit www.celt.sunysb.edu.
This event marks the first of a series of SUNY Research Centers Teleconferences that will be held each semester. The series is sponsored by Stony Brook's Center for Excellence in Learning and Teaching in collaboration with SUNY Binghamton, Buffalo and Albany. For more information contact Troy Wolfskill at Troy.Wolfskill@stonybrook.edu.
http://www.celt.sunysb.edu
Submitted by: Troy Wolfskill/CAS
8. The North Eastern Linguistic Society Annual Meeting will be hosted by the Linguistics Department
The Linguistics Department will host The 34th Annual Meeting of the North Eastern Linguistic Society November 7-9, 2003. NELS34 will take place in the theatre in the Charles B. Wang Center.
NELS is one of the leading conferences on theoretical linguistics held in the northeastern United States and Canada. It is a forum for the discussion and dissemination of current research in theoretical linguistics. The conference attracts participants from all over the world. Invited speakers for the general session are:
Ellen Broselow - Stony Brook University
Gugliemo Cinque - University of Venice
Richard Larson - Stony Brook University
NELS 34 will host a special session on Sentence and Speech Processing, focusing on the interface of linguistics with psychology, neurobiology, computer science, and other related fields. The Invited Speaker for the special session is: Dan Jurafsky - University of Colorado at Boulder.
For further information please go to:
http://www.ic.sunysb.edu/Clubs/nels/
http://www.ic.sunysb.edu/Clubs/nels/
Submitted by: Sandra Brennan/CAS
9. Ecology and Evolution Seminar
3:30p.m., Wednesday, November 5, 2003, Life Sciences Building, Room 038
"Selection Arenas and Genomic Tradeoffs"
Dr. Stephen Stearns, Yale University
Host: Dr. Michael Bell - mabell@life.bio.sunysb.edu
If you need a disability-related accommodation, please call: The Department of Ecology and Evolution at (631) 632-8600
Submitted by: Marilyn Pakarklis/CAS
10. Department of Biochemistry & Cell Biology Seminar
On Thursday, November 6th, Dr. Nancy Hollingsworth from the Department of Biochemistry & Cell Biology will host a Seminar, given by Dr. Douglas Koshland, from Carnegie Institute of Washington. Dr. Koshland's talk, "Chromosomes: Better Packaged and More Integrity. How Do They Do It?", will be held at 4:00 p.m. in Room 038 of the Life Sciences Building. Light Refreshments will be served at 3:45 p.m.
Submitted by: Lizandia Perez/CAS
11. AMS & Biomedical Engineering Joint Colloquium: Nov. 12, 2003
On Wednesday, November 12, the Departments of Applied Mathematics and Statistics and Biomedical Engineering will host a joint colloquium given by Wei Zhu, Ph.D., Associate Professor of the Department of Applied Mathematics and Statistics, Stony Brook University. Dr. Zhu's talk entitled "Detection of Cancer Specific Markers Amidst Mass Spectral Data" will include the mathematical approach now used to detect ovarian cancer in the early stages with 100 percent accuracy. It will be held in Room P131 of the Math Tower with refreshments at 9:45 a.m. followed by the colloquium at 10:00 a.m.
http://naples.cc.sunysb.edu/CEAS/amsweb.nsf/pages/news
Submitted by: Pamela Wolfskill/CEAS
12. Seminar for the Japan Exchange & Teaching (JET) Program
Program in Japanese Studies will host a seminar for the Japan Exchange & Teaching (JET) Program inviting officers from Consulate General of Japan in New York, on Wednesday, November 5th, at the Wang Center Lecture Hall 1. Open for all. Admission is free. Call 632-9477 for more information.
The JET Program invites young college and university graduates from overseas to participate in international exchange and foreign language education throughout Japan.
http://www.cgj.org/en/i/01.html
Submitted by: Eriko Sato/CAS
13. Chemistry This Week at Stony Brook
Kimberly A. Bagley, Associate Professor, Department of Chemistry Buffalo State SUNY, will deliver a Departmental Seminar on Thursday 11/6/03 entitled "Infrared Spectroscopy as a Probe of Active Site Structure and Molecular Mechanism in the Hydrogenases and Carbon Monoxide Dehydrogenase/Acetyl CoA Synthase" in Room 412 of the Grad Chemistry Building. The reception begins at 3:45 PM, followed by the seminar at 4:00 PM. The host of the event is Prof. Stephen Koch.
http://www.sunysb.edu/chemistry/seminars
Submitted by: Doreen Aveni/CAS
05. Hosp/HSC Conferences/Seminars/Lectures
1. School of Dental Medicine Seminar Series
Seminar Title: Molecular Anatomy of Normal and Impaired Wound Healing
Speaker: Dr. Marjana Tomic, Assistant Professor, Scientific Director for Genomics Research, NYU & Mt. Sinai Schools of Medicine
Location: Rockland Hall, Room 195, School of Dental Medicine, S.Campus
Date: November 4, 2003 Time: 1PM
Submitted by: Marcia Simon/HSC
06. Charitable (Habitat, Blood drives, Cats, etc...)
1. Fall 2003 Residential Blood Drives
The Fall Residential Blood Drives will be held from November 3rd through the 5th from 5:30pm to 11:00pm in the residence halls. There is also a drive on November 5th at the Veteran's Nursing home from 10:30am to 3:30pm. The complete schedule can be found on our website. All donors and volunteers at the drive will receive a long sleeve Stony Brook Blood Drive shirt. So bring a friend and come join us in this life-saving venture. If you have any questions, or for more information on blood donation, please call John at 2-6100.
http://naples.cc.sunysb.edu/Pres/blooddrive.nsf
Submitted by: Carl Hanes/Pres
2. Little Miracles Fashion Show - Fund Raiser for Pediatric Oncology
The Sunrise Fund is hosting it's second annual Fashion Show on November 20, 2003 to benfit the Pediatric Hematology/Oncology division at Stny Brook. The event will be held at Villa Lombardi's in Holbrook beginning at 6:00 PM. Models in the Fashion Show will include our patients, staff and families. Tickets are only $50. For more information, please contact Meredith Spencer at 444-6949
http://www.sunrisefund.org
Submitted by: Meredith Spencer/UHMC
3. Holiday Gift Program
For the last 12 years, the HGP has distributed presents to at risk children throughout Suffolk Country during the holiday season. Unfortunately, due to the downturn in the economy, everyone must be getting inundated with requests from needy agencies thus diluting the appeal of our program. We have over 3200 children on our list and only 500 have been sponsored so far. If you would be interested in donating a toy(s) to our program, please contact Maryann Bell (mbell@notes.cc.sunysb.edu).
Submitted by: Maryann Bell/CAS
4. Adorable Cats Available for Adoption!
The SBU Cat Network works to humanely trap, neuter, vaccinate, and care for the many feral cats that live on campus. Currently, we have some cats caputured on campus that are friendly and available to good homes. Please contact Anne Moyer (anne.moyer@sunysb.edu) or Nancy Franklin (nancy.franklin@sunysb.edu).
We are also seeking volunteers for many different activities (feeding, trapping, fostering, shopping, building shelters, fund raising, web design, observation, transport) to support our work.
http://www.sinc.sunysb.edu/clubs/sbucat
Submitted by: Anne Moyer/CAS
5. Celebrate the Achievements of Stony Brook's Outstanding Alumni!
The Stony Brook Alumni Association will honor four of its outstanding alumni at the 21st Annual Distinguished Alumni Awards Dinner on Thursday, November 20th. Come and be inspired as these incredibly talented and driven alumni share the amazing stories of their accomplishments, and lessons they've learned along the way. This black-tie dinner will be held at Carlyle on the Green at Bethpage State Park, and begins at 6:30pm.
Richard Gelfond '76, IMAX Corporation
Sylvia Diaz '92, American Cancer Society
Richard Bravman '78, Symbol Technologies
Debra Cinotti, DDS '86, Stony Brook University
Gourmet Food * Awards Ceremony * Silent Auction * Live Music * Dancing
For more information and to reserve tickets, journal ads, and sponsorship packages, call 632-4995. All proceeds from the dinner go toward educating our future distinguished alumni through the Alumni Association's scholarship fund.
Submitted by: Sandra Skinner/UAff
07. Entertainment (Sports, Movies, Events, etc...)
1. Author Reading and Book-signing Event on Thursday, November 6 featuring Three Crime and Mystery Novelists
Date: Thursday, November 6 at 4pm; Senator Jacob K. Javits Room, 2nd Floor, Melville Library
Program: Please join us for a reading and book-signing event featuring John Westermann, author of Exit Wounds, Sweet Deal, and High Crimes; KJA Wishnia, author of Blood Lake, 23 Shades of Black, and Red House; and Tyrone Bennett, author of The Eyes of Mephistopheles.
Admission: Complimentary
Sponsors: Friends of the Library and the University Bookstore
http://www.sunysb.edu/library/specevents.htm
Submitted by: Kristen Nyitray/Lib
2. November is National Diabetes Month. Free Lunch & Learn: Diabetes Type II Self Management
Thursday, November 13, 2003 12:00pm - 1:00pm, SAC, Room 311 or 305
The Department of Campus Recreation- Wellness Center is sponsoring a Lunch & Learn topic with Campus Dining Services.
Join Darlene Petroccione, RD, CDN and Allison Milano, MS, ACSM for an informative luncheon on diabetes. Learn to eat healthy and prepare healthy meals to care for yourself or loved ones with diabetes.
This workshop is free for all participants, but pre-registration is required by Monday, November 10th to secure a spot. Lunch will be served and participants will leave with a healthy nutrition plan to help prevent adult-onset diabetes and weight gain. Participants do not have to be diagnosed with diabetes or hypoglycemia to attend this workshop.
The menu will consist of the following: Tuna with a dill sauce, Asparagus Salad, Vegetable Bean Soup
Submitted by: Allison Milano/OSA
3. George Wallace, Suffolk County Poet Laureate, to host poetry event on Wednesday, November 5 at 4pm
Date: Wednesday, November 5 at 4pm; Senator Jacob K. Javits Room, 2nd Floor, Melville Library
Program: Please join us for a poetry reading and book-signing event hosted by George Wallace and featuring Stony Brook University poets Ron Overton (Psychic Killed by Train), Clifford Swartz (Temptations, Wicked Women and Denials), Dan Chaisson (The Afterlife of Objects) and Rowan Phillips.
Admission: Complimentary
Sponsors: Friends of the Library and the University Bookstore
http://www.sunysb.edu/library/specevents.htm
Submitted by: Kristen Nyitray/Lib
4. Reading and Book-signing Event on Thursday, November 20 featuring three Faculty Authors
Date: Thursday, November 20 at 4pm; Senator Jacob K. Javits Room, 2nd Floor, Melville Library
Program: Please join us for a reading and book-signing event featuring professors Evelyn Bromet, author of Toxic Turmoil;
Jessica Gurevitch, author of The Ecology of Plants;
and Lawrence Slobodkin, author of A Citizens Guide to Ecology.
Admission: Complimentary
Sponsors: Friends of the Library and the University Bookstore
http://www.sunysb.edu/library/specevents.htm
Submitted by: Kristen Nyitray/Lib
5. Steve Hofstetter, author of "Student Body Shots" November 5 12:30 - 2:10 pm University Bookstore Atrium
Guest Appearance - November 5 12:30 - 2:10 pm University Bookstore Atrium
Steve Hofstetter, author of "Student Body Shots: A Sarcastic Look at the Best 4 - 6 Years of Your Life" visits Stony Brook University. Hofstetter, author, columnist and comedian, graduated from Columbia as one of the voices of the Columbia Lions and a popular columnist for the Columbia Daily Spectator. Recently, Hofstetter began writing for Maxim and ESPN Magazine, was featured in The New York Times, was on an episode of NBC's Ed and Law & Order and has performed in comedy clubs such as Caroline's, Dangerfield's, The Comic Strip and Comedy Cellar. This fall, Steve will headline the University of Maryland, Richmond, Fresno State and plans on releasing his new book within the next few months.
http://www.sunysb.edu/bookstore
Submitted by: Mary Messina/FSA
6. Science Fiction / Fantasy Authors - November 11 4:00 pm University Bookstore Atrium
Science Fiction / Fantasy Authors - November 11 4:00 pm University Bookstore Atrium
Patrick Thomas author of "Murphy's Lore: Through the Drinking Glass" and "Murphy's Lore: Fool's Day"
Linda Addison author of "Consumed, Reduced to Beautiful Grey Ashes" and "Animated Objects"
Edward J. McFadden III, Assistant Dean at Stony Brook University and author of "The 2nd Coming", "The Best of Pirate Writings: Tales of Fantasy, Mystery and Science Fiction''
Peter Q. Warriner author of "Sumdar the Trilogy - Book One: Birth Into Dreams"
http://www.sunysb.edu/bookstore
Submitted by: Mary Messina/FSA
7. Dr. Steve (The Dirtmeister) Tomecek visits Stony Brook University, November 21 10:00 am - 12:00 noon SAC Auditorium
November 21 10:00 am - 12:00 noon SAC Auditorium
Science Plus Inc. "Radically Different Science" is proud to present Inventing a Better World! (based on the book "What A Great Idea!") A new interactive program by scientist and author Steve (The Dirtmeister) Tomecek. This high energy program takes a serious look at a dozen different inventions that helped change the course of history. Children in grades 4-6 learn about electricity, radio, machines, lasers, telescopes and computers.
For the past 20 years, Steve (The Dirtmeister) Tomecek has been spreading his unique brand of science. He has been a consultant for The Discovery Channel, Scholastic Inc., National Geographic Society, as well as host for WNYC's New York Kids radio show and writer of the Emmy Award Winning PBS TV Series Dr. Dad's Phantastic Physical Phenomena.
http://www.sunysb.edu/bookstore
Submitted by: Mary Messina/FSA
8. Last Chance To Catch SBU Football In Action At Home!
This Saturday, November 8th at 6 PM, come out and support your Stony Brook Seawolves football team as they battle Central Connecticut in the final home game of the season. Kids 12-under get in free with adult paid admission. Tickets are on sale now! Call 632-WOLF and get yours before they're gone!
Get ready for another exciting season of Seawolves basketball as the men's basketball season opens as they take on Dartmouth Friday, November 21st at 7 PM. Also, men's basketball will face Utah Sunday, November 23rd at 4 pm and St. John's Saturday, November 29th at 7 pm in the Arena. Tickets are on sale now, call 632-WOLF today.
Submitted by: Malica Jibowu/GST
08. For-Pay Workshops/Courses (SPD, etc...)
1. Revitalize/Enhance your office Computer skills.
Courses are continually offered at the School of Professional Development in the Social and Behavorial Sciences building. All Microsoft Office, Microsoft and Macromedia Web design and Desktop Publishing sessions are scheduled.
Group training can be arranged to your specific needs and schedules.
Interested in Information Technology(IT)? We are a Microsoft Certified IT Academy offering CISCO and COMPTIA.
For class information and schedules visit our website at
http://stonybrook.edu/spd/computer.html
For questions call 632-7071.
Submitted by: Frank Esposito/Prov
2. Defensive Driving Classes offered.
Call the SB Union Crafts Center for registration and more information, 632-6822. Located in the Student Union Building, lower level room 049.
The Empire Safety Council Accident Prevention Workshop emphasizing traffic safety awareness, which is proven to reduce both accidents and traffic citations. Save 10% on your auto insurance(liability and collison)and reduce up to 4 points on your driving record.
Section A:-Two Mondays, 10/13 and 11/20, 6pm - 9pm. SAC.
Section B:-Two Thursdays, 11/13 and 11/20, 6pm - 9pm. SAC.
Payment in the form of two checks: $18/student, $22/non-student, payable to the SB Union Crafts Center.
Additional $13 per person materials fee payable to K.O'Brien.
You must be registered and paid in full before attending. Send payment along with your name, address, phone number and class section to: The StonyBrook Union Crafts Center, StonyBrook University, StonyBrook, NY 11794-3200. You will be notified upon receipt of payment and given classroom assignment.
Submitted by: Janice Costanzo/OSA
3. Osteoporosis: An Integrative Approach To Prevention And Management
A series of three group visits concentrates on the prevention and management of osteoporosis.
Participants are examined and evaluated individually to assess their risk of fracture and to determine if the bone loss management is optimal. The group visits review osteoporosis in an integrative, holistic fashion with focus on measures that may be added to conventional treatment such as nutrition with whole foods, supplements, yoga and exercise to improve hip and spine bone density. Conventional monitoring techniques and medical interventions with hormone replacement therapy and drugs are thoroughly reviewed and discussed
The three-part series will be held at 33 Research Way in Stony Brook Technology Park on Wednesdays, December 3, 10, 17 between 4:30 - 6:30 p.m. Most insurance plans accepted with appropriate co-payment for each visit.
To register, please call 631.444.9815.
Submitted by: Marion Hollinger/UHMC
4. Pilates Workshop
Why Do Pilates? There are enormous rewards to be gained from doing Pilates regularly. In addition to greater self-confidence and an increased sense of well-being, practicing Pilates can offer the following advantages: Improved balance, Less stress, More effecient digestion, Increased oxygen intake, Better circulation, Improved skin, Enhanced immune system, Sculpted body and Greater strength and coordination.
Tuesday, November 18, 2003 12:00pm - 1:00pm, Sports Complex Dance Studio
Space is limited to 25 participants
$5.00 Registration fee. Call: 632-7263 or e-mail allison.milano@sunysb.edu
Submitted by: Allison Milano/OSA
5. Colds And Flu Workshop
The Division of Wellness and Chronic Illness in the Department of Family Medicine is conducting a one and one-half hour lecture on Thursday, December 11th between 5:00 and 6:30 p.m. at their office located at 33 Research Way, East Setauket.
The lecture will focus on how to prevent colds and flu this winter and how to diminish their severity.
The use of vaccines and antiviral medications for the flu is discussed. Lifestyle practices, including nutrition, that promote health and shorten the duration of colds is also addressed.
With patients facing an overabundance of supplements and herbs marketed to treat and prevent colds and flu, the workshop offers research-based evaluations to assess safety and efficacy of the most common supplements and herbs.
The cost is $25.00 per person payable upon registration.
For further information and to register, please call 631.444.9815
Submitted by: Marion Hollinger/UHMC
09. Research (Studies, Testing, etc...)
1. Diabetes and Periodontal (Gum) Disease
Are you a Type 1 Insulin-Dependent Diabetic? Do you have Periodontal (Gum) Disease?
We are conducting a study to determine whether Periodontal Treatment can reduce specific markers of infection/inflammation that may make it more difficult for you and your physician to control diabetes. Study participants receive a free periodontal cleaning and payment up to $300.00. Please contact Ruth Tenzler RN BSN CCRC @ ext.29452 (631)632-9452 or Dr. Maria Ryan @ ext 29529 (631)632-9529 to see if you qualify for this study.
Submitted by: Ruth Tenzler/UHMC
2. Researchers are looking for individuals for a paid research study on depression
Have you been feeling depressed?
While brief periods of feeling "blue" in reaction to life stress are common, major depression includes several of the symptoms below, nearly every day for more than two weeks.
- Difficulty falling asleep, staying asleep, or sleeping too much
- Fatigue or lack of energy
- Loss of interest or pleasure in activities
- Feeling down, sad, or hopeless
- Feeling bad about yourself or feeling you were letting yourself or family down
- Trouble concentrating
If you feel that you may have major depression, you may be eligible for a new non-treatment study being conducted at Stony Brook University that's looking at the relation between brain activity and emotion.
Participants must be between the ages of 35 and 75 and be right handed.
The study is harmless and qualified participants will receive $150.
If interested, please call - 631-632-4099 or email suny_study@yahoo.com
Submitted by: Stewart Shankman/GST
3. Bipolar Research Study
The Division of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry at Stony Brook is seeking volunteers to participate in an important research study funded by a well-known pharmaceutical company to learn more about how a specific medicine may help children with Bipolar Disorder. Participants will be provided with a non-labled medicine or placebo and will be monitored throughout the 9 week study. Upon completion participants may be eligible to continue into an on-going medication study.Children may be eligible to participate if they are between 7-17 inclusive, diagnosed with Bipolar 1 Disorder and not on antidepressant medications. For more information please call Dr. RoseMary Citrola at 631-632-8828.
Submitted by: RoseMary Citrola,PhD/HSC
4. Sarcopenia Study in those over 60 years of age
Are you over 60 years of age and in reasonably good health. Then maybe you would be interested in participating in a research study. Study participants receive payment up to $1600. For more information, please contact Bernice Sealy at 631-444-3740.
Submitted by: Bernice Sealy/UHMC
10. Miscellaneous
1. United University Professions' General Membership Meeting
United University Professions' General Membership Meeting will be held on Wednesday, November 12, 2003 at 12:00 noon in the Student Activities Center (SAC) Ballroom A. Our special guest speaker will be Bill Scheuerman, Statewide UUP President, whose subject will be CONTRACT NEGOTIATIONS. You will have an opportunity to ask questions. Lunch will be served. Please RSVP to Corinne Burns, Chapter Assistant at (63)2-6570.
Submitted by: Corinne Burns/Affl
2. Gloria and Mark Snyder Hillel Center dedicated
The Gloria and Mark Snyder Hillel Center, located in Suite 201 of the Stony Brook Union, will officially be dedicated on Wednesday, November 5th at 7:30 PM in room 249 of the Union. This is a complimentary event but seating is very limited. Please RSVP ASAP (Jill.Zucker@StonyBrook.edu). Dessert will be served. Numerous faculty, staff and community members will be honored.
http://www.SUNYSB.edu/Hillel
Submitted by: Jill Zucker/Affl
3. 6th Annual Institute for Medicine in Contemporary Society Writing Contest Guest Judge: Danielle Ofri, MD and Author
All members of the SUNY community are welcome to enter, including students, faculty and staff from all departments on both sides of campus, and employees, staff, patients and families of patients of University Hospital.
Entries should be no longer than fifty lines, and prose no more than 2000 words. There is no limit to the number of entries any one person may submit. Submissions may NOT have been previously published in print or electronic format and must NOT be under consideration for publication anywhere else.
There will be two first prizes of $500 - one for best poetry and one for best prose entry.
Deadline: February 16, 2004
Contact: Catherine Belling 4-8029 or cbelling@notes.cc.sunysb.edu
Submitted by: Elisa Nelson/UHMC
4. 16th Annual Photo Contest, November 1-30
University Hospital Auxiliary is holding its 16th Annual Photo Contest from November 1 - 30.
Purpose: to enhance the morale of patients, visitors & staff.
The contest is open to all amateur photographers.
The deadline for entries is November 30, 2003.
For information and an entry blank, please call 444-2699 or stop by our office. We are located on Level 2 of the Hospital, Room 617.
Submitted by: Patricia O'Brien/UHMC
5. Veterans Day Ceremony
Attention all students, faculty and staff, you are cordially invited to our annual Veterans Day Ceremony. Come and honor our nation's bravest. This traditional ceremony will take place at the Student Activity Center, Ballroom B on November 5, 2003 @ 1:00 p.m
Refreshments will be served.
Submitted by: Federico Vogel/UST