Campus Announcements for the week of 06/23/2003
Table of Contents
01. Administrative (dept moves/closes¸ employee info¸ Admin announcements)
1. West Campus/HSC B140W Tuition Waivers
2. SAC Post Office
3. The Administrataive Review Committee of the University Senate is conducting a survey among the faculty and professional staff.
02. Hosp/HSC Admin Announcements
1. For State Employees - A TIAA-CREF Workshop "Understanding Your Quarterly Review" will be held on June 23rd.
03. Workshops/Courses/Training (work related; HR¸ EAP¸ DoIT¸ etc...)
1. Do you know how to archive your mail, create an out-of-office reply, organize mail into folders, manage your calendar?
2. Communicating With Your Boss (Conducted by HRS, Training & Organizational Development)
3. Oracle Training
04. Conferences/Seminars/Lectures
1. Department of Biochemistry & Cell Biology Seminar
06. Charitable (Habitat¸ Blood drives¸ Cats¸ etc...)
1. Summer 2003 University Blood Drives 6/24 & 6/25
2. Adorable Kittens Available for Adoption!
07. Entertainment (Sports¸ Movies¸ Events¸ etc...)
1. New York's Premier Asian Dance Company, HT Chen and Dancers' Bian Dan: Open rehearsal at Stony Brook's Dance Space
2. 2003 Summer Girls Lacrosse Clinic Series
3. The Department of Campus Recreation Coed Volleyball Tournament
4. WUSB 90.1 FM Stony Brook presents the Annual 5 Day Summer Reggae Marathon Jump Off June 30th-July 4th 2k3
08. For-Pay Workshops/Courses (SPD¸ etc...)
1. Defensive Driving Course
2. Computer Training
3. Summer Sessions Registration Continues
4. Taxes For The Small And Home-Based Business Presented By The Small Business Development Center
09. Research (Studies¸ Testing¸ etc...)
1. Sarcopenia Study in the Elderly
2. Alzheimer's Disease Trial At SUNY Stony Brook
3. Do You Have Chronic Fatigue Syndrome?
4. Select - Selenium And Vitamin E Cancer Prevention Trial.
5. Diabetes And Periodontal (Gum) Disease
6. Do You Have Gum (Periodontal) Disease?
7. Seeking Volunteers - Men And Women 18 Years Of Age And Older With A Diagnosis Of HIV+ And/Or Aids
8. Do You Have A Frozen Shoulder?
9. Research Volunteers Wanted At The General Clinical Research Center, SBU Hospital
10. Brookhaven National Labs(BNL) - Imaging Studies - 20Years+ Volunteers
11. How Do You Manage Your Stress During Pregnancy?
10. Miscellaneous
1. Meet the Oncology Nurse from The Stony Brook Hospital's Cancer Helpline
01. Administrative (dept moves/closes¸ employee info¸ Admin announcements)
1. West Campus/HSC B140W Tuition Waivers
Tuition waiver forms for the B140W fall program are now available to full-time State and Research Foundation employees on West Campus and HSC. Please call 2-6167 or email alessandra.white@stonybrook.edu to request a form; please indicate your campus address including zip code and your Research Foundation or State status. The completed waiver request must be returned to Benefits, Z=0751 on or before FRIDAY, JULY 25, 2003 for review and approval.
Submitted by: Alessandra White/Admin
2. SAC Post Office
Beginning the week of May 26th, the University Post Office will be open on Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays only from 10:00 A.M. - 2:00 P.M.
The regular hours of operation (Monday - Friday (9:00 A.M - 3:00 P.M.) will resume on Tuesday, September 2, 2003.
Submitted by: Gail Catapano/Admin
3. The Administrataive Review Committee of the University Senate is conducting a survey among the faculty and professional staff.
The University Senate is conducting a survey among the faculty and professional staff in order to determine priority concerns for the University. Similar surveys have been conducted periodically, most recently in 1997, and are valuable in determining 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. 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.
http://naples.cc.sunysb.edu/DoIT/senatesurvey.nsf/survey
Submitted by: Laurie Theobalt/Prov
02. Hosp/HSC Admin Announcements
1. For State Employees - A TIAA-CREF Workshop "Understanding Your Quarterly Review" will be held on June 23rd.
TIAA-CREF will be conducting a workshop "Understanding Your Quarterly Review" on June 23rd in the HSC at 12 noon. The workshop will last for one hour. To reserve your seat, please contact Doris Green of TIAA-CREF at 1-800-842-8412 or visit the website www.tiaa-cref.org/moc. The room location will be given when you make your reservation. If you need help understanding your TIAA-CREf quarterly statement, this workshop will be very helpful to you.
Individual counseling sessions are also available. To make an appointment for an individual counseling session with a TIAA-CREF Representative please call TIAA-CREFat the above toll-free number or website.
http://www.tiaa-cref.org/moc
Submitted by: Cassandra Moore/UHMC
03. Workshops/Courses/Training (work related; HR¸ EAP¸ DoIT¸ etc...)
1. Do you know how to archive your mail, create an out-of-office reply, organize mail into folders, manage your calendar?
Client Support offers Lotus Notes training for every level of user - whether you are a new Notes user or someone who has been using Notes and would like to enhance your skills and learn more about what Notes can do for you. Go to our Client Support website to register.
http://clientsupport.stonybrook.edu/training/Notes_training.shtml
Submitted by: Kim Rant/DoIT
2. Communicating With Your Boss (Conducted by HRS, Training & Organizational Development)
Do you sometimes have difficulty communicating with your boss??
This program will explore how to understand your manager's communication style and create a more positive relationship.
DATE: June 26, 2003 TIME: 9:30-12:30
TO REGISTER: CONTACT DENISE GROSS @ 2-4501 or click on the link below
http://www.stonybrook.edu/hr/training
Submitted by: Cindy Brodsky/Admin
3. Oracle Training
Due to an overwhelming registration response for the July 1st Oracle training session, the Office of Grants Management has scheduled a 2nd session for the morning of July 15th. To register, please contact Denise Gross, HRS Training, extension 2-4501.
Submitted by: Carol Londoiro/Admin
04. Conferences/Seminars/Lectures
1. Department of Biochemistry & Cell Biology Seminar
Monday, June 23, 2003 TIME: 12:00 Noon
SPEAKER: Dr. Baldomero Olivera, University of Utah
TITLE: Conotoxins: From Venomous Snails to Ion Channel Function
LOCATION: Life Sciences Building, Room 038
Submitted by: Lizandia Perez/CAS
06. Charitable (Habitat¸ Blood drives¸ Cats¸ etc...)
1. Summer 2003 University Blood Drives 6/24 & 6/25
Please join us on Tuesday, June 24 from 10am-3:30pm in SAC Ballroom B, we will be kicking off our Summer 2003 University Blood Drives. You can also donate on Wednesday, June 25 from 10am-3:30pm at the Blood Drive in SAC Ballroom A. Every summer, the Long Island blood supply becomes dangerously low, and this year is not any different. When you do your part to donate, you will receive a choice of a Loew's movie ticket or a Stony Brook Blood Drive T-shirt! Any questions, call Colleen at 2-6100.
Submitted by: Carl Hanes/Pres
2. Adorable Kittens Available for Adoption!
The USB Cat Network works to humanely trap, neuter, vaccinate, and care for the many feral cats that live on campus. Currently, we have a small number of young cats and kittens 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). Check out our website below to learn more about those looking for a home.
http://www.sinc.sunysb.edu/clubs/sbucat
Submitted by: Anne Moyer/CAS
07. Entertainment (Sports¸ Movies¸ Events¸ etc...)
1. New York's Premier Asian Dance Company, HT Chen and Dancers' Bian Dan: Open rehearsal at Stony Brook's Dance Space
For the last several years, HT Chen has created a repertory for HT Chen and Dancers that has given poetic voice to the journeys of Asians becoming Americans. Bian Dan follows in this tradition of creating culturally significant works in order to explore and celebrate the dramatic and dynamic interweaving of generations and cultures. Come see an open rehearsal. Held at the Dance Space in Nassau Hall on South Campus. Friday, June 27rh from 6-10pm. The open rehearsal is free and open to all interested. The goal of the work is to bring to light, through the experiences of Asian immigrants, the issues of identity as experienced by new American families.
Submitted by: Amy Yopp Sullivan/CAS
2. 2003 Summer Girls Lacrosse Clinic Series
The Seawolves Women's Lacrosse Team is offering 3 Girls Lacrosse Clinics this summer on July 1, July 29, August 13, 2003. SB faculty and staff will receive a $10.00 discount. The Seawolves Girls Lacrosse Clinics are designed specifically for girls and young women who want to take their game to the next level. Staffed by experienced coaches who are familiar with the women's game on the collegiate level, the clinics combine basic and advanced skill instruction, offensive and defensive strategies, and game experiences to help players put it all together. For more information or to receive a brochure, please contact Meghan McNamara at 631.632.4086 or via email at mmcnamara@notes.cc.sunysb.edu.
http://www.goseawolves.org
Submitted by: Meghan McNamara/CAS
3. The Department of Campus Recreation Coed Volleyball Tournament
The Department of Campus Recreation is now accepting registration for our one-day co-ed volleyball tournament. Teams will consist of at least six players on the court at all times. Registration Fee is $80.00/team. All games will be played in one night. Registration deadline is June 27th. For more information, please contact Marie Turchiano @ 632-4145.
http://studentaffairs.stonybrook.edu/recreation/
Submitted by: Marie Turchiano/CAS
4. WUSB 90.1 FM Stony Brook presents the Annual 5 Day Summer Reggae Marathon Jump Off June 30th-July 4th 2k3
WUSB 90.1 FM Stony Brook 5 Day Summer Reggae Marathon starts at June 30th at 12:01am and ends July 4th at midnight.
Tune into WUSB 90.1 FM, listen online at www.wusb.fm, log onto www.figtreebiz.com for videoclips of our marathon guests, and call us for free giveaways at 631-632-6901.
The 5 Day Summer Reggae Marathon features a world wide link with radio stations to Celebrate International Reggae Day, July 1st,
The BZ Express Band from Belize on July 3rd and reggae's best sound Stone Love, Earth Ruler and Roc A Tone on July 4th. More Info? call us at 631-632-6901. One Love, WUSB 90.1 FM Stony Brook
Submitted by: Angella Forde/UHMC
08. For-Pay Workshops/Courses (SPD¸ etc...)
1. Defensive Driving Course
A six hour course-Two Wednesdays; 7/16 & 7/23 - 5:30pm-8:30pm.
$31/Students, $35/Non-students, Student Activites Center.
The Empire Safety Council Accident Prevention Workshop emphasizing traffic safety awareness which is proven to reduce both accidents and traffic citations. Your attitudes and behaviors affect the way you drive. Learn to be a defensive driver and save 10% on your auto insurance (liability and collision) and reduce up to four points on your driving record. Pre-registraion is necessary. Call the Union Crafts Center 632-6822.
Submitted by: Janice Costanzo/OSA
2. Computer Training
Advanced Microsoft Word: Module I, Section E: Th, 1:00-4:00 pm, June 26; July 10, 2003
Advanced Microsoft Word: Module II, Section E: Th, 1:00-4:00 pm, July 17, 24, 2003
Advanced Microsoft Word: Module III, Section E: Th, 1:00-4:00 pm, July 31; August 7, 2003
Advanced Microsoft Word: Module IV, Section E: Th, 1:00-4:00 pm August 14, 21, 2003
MICROSOFT POWERPOINT, Section C: W, 6:00-9:00 pm, July 23, 30; August 6, 13 and 20, 2003
For class information and registration go to SPD website at for questions call 632-7071
http://www.stonybrook.edu/spd/computer/index.html
Submitted by: Frank Esposito/Prov
3. Summer Sessions Registration Continues
Students may continue to enroll in Summer Session II classes through July 13, on the SOLAR System or by telephone. High-achieving high school students may take one 100-level class in Session II, which runs from July 14 through August 22.
For information, visit the Summer Sessions Website at www.stonybrook.edu/summer. Or call 632-7790.
http://www.stonybrook.edu/summer
Submitted by: Megs Shea/Prov
4. Taxes For The Small And Home-Based Business Presented By The Small Business Development Center
An IRS Tax Specialist and a represetative from the NYS Dept. of Taxation and Finance will present a workshop, "Taxes for the Small and Home-Based Business" DATE: 6/25/03 LOCATION: The LI Business and Technology Center, Great River, NY. TIME: 9:30-12:30 FEE: $15 CALL: 631-632-9070 for registratin and directions
Submitted by: Ronni Rosen/CEAS
09. Research (Studies¸ Testing¸ etc...)
1. Sarcopenia Study in the Elderly
Are you over 60 years of age and in reasonably good health. Then maybe you 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
2. Alzheimer's Disease Trial At SUNY Stony Brook
Study: A Trial of Simvastatin (Zocor) to Slow the Progression of Alzheimer's Disease
Sponsored by: NIH through Alzheimer's Disease Cooperative Study
All eligible participants with mild-moderate AD would remain on their current AD treatments. In addition, they would randomize to receive either simvastatin or placebo
If you would like to participate, or if you are a health care professional who would like to refer a patient, please contact Candice J. Perkins, MD, Marlene Baumeister, RN or Dawn Madigan, RN at (631) 444-1610 or (631) 444-8121
http://www.sunysb.edu/gcrc
Submitted by: Adnan Rangwala/GST
3. Do You Have Chronic Fatigue Syndrome?
If you are 18-60 years of age and have Chronic Fatigue Syndrome (CFS), you're invited to participate in a study funded by the National Institutes of Health (NIH).
Participants will be compensated.
For further information call: Dr. Fred Friedberg (631) 632-8252
http://www.sunysb.edu/gcrc
Submitted by: Adnan Rangwala/GST
4. Select - Selenium And Vitamin E Cancer Prevention Trial.
SELECT is a research study being conducted to see if prostate cancer can be prevented.
Men who participate in this study will take two capsules a day. Some men will take only selenium or vitamin E and some will take both. Others will take a placebo (sugar capsule).
Participants will visit their local study site twice a year for at least seven years, and no more than twelve years. About 32,000 men will take part in this study.
Men free of prostate cancer who are age 55 or older may be able to take part in this study. African-American men may join at age 50 or older.
Taking part in SELECT may not help you directly. But we hope that the information learned from this study will benefit your sons, grandsons, and future generations.
Call the Stony Brook SELECT Study Center at (631) 444-3936 for more information.
http://www.sunysb.edu/gcrc
Submitted by: Adnan Rangwala/GST
5. 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
6. Do You Have Gum (Periodontal) Disease?
Do You Have Gum (Periodontal) Disease?
65 million people in the United States have some form of periodontal (gum) disease. Periodontal disease is often a silent disease. Periodontal disease is a chronic, progressive, inflammatory condition with no known cure.
We are conducting a study to determine whether a combination of drugs in the tetracycline family can improve on the results of periodontal therapy making it easier to control and treat periodontal disease.
All study participants will receive free periodontal treatment for 6 months.
Please contact: Ruth Tenzler, RN (631) 632-9452 or Dr. Maria Ryan (631) 632-9529 to discuss whether or not you qualify for this research study.
Submitted by: Ruth Tenzler/UHMC
7. Seeking Volunteers - Men And Women 18 Years Of Age And Older With A Diagnosis Of HIV+ And/Or Aids
We are researching the effectiveness of chromium picolinate (a dietary supplement) in the treatment of Lipodystrophy (complication of current HIV therapy) in HIV disease.
STUDY COMPENSATION UP TO $475.00
Contact Bernice Sealy (631) 444-3740 for more information.
http://www.sunysb.edu/gcrc
Submitted by: Adnan Rangwala/GST
8. Do You Have A Frozen Shoulder?
If you are affected by a condition called "ADHESIVE CAPSULITIS" (Frozen/Stiff Shoulder), you may be able to join a clinical research study.
Participation is free of charge.
Patients with shoulder arthritis or rotator cuff problems will NOT be eligible.
Please call 631-444-2215 Orthopaedics Dept, SUNY STONY BROOK for more information.
http://www.sunysb.edu/gcrc
Submitted by: Adnan Rangwala/GST
9. Research Volunteers Wanted At The General Clinical Research Center, SBU Hospital
Seniors 60 and over in reasonably good health and young adults 20-35 years of age to participate in a research study.
Eligible volunteers will be compensated upto $1600 for their participation.
For more information please contact Bernice Sealy at 631-444-3740.
http://www.sunysb.edu/gcrc
Submitted by: Adnan Rangwala/GST
10. Brookhaven National Labs(BNL) - Imaging Studies - 20Years+ Volunteers
Volunteers needed for IMAGING STUDIES at Brookhaven National Laboratories.
The volunteer must be 20 years or older and in good health for participation.
Confidentiality maintained and transportation will be provided.
http://www.sunysb.edu/gcrc
Submitted by: Adnan Rangwala/GST
11. How Do You Manage Your Stress During Pregnancy?
Research Study at the General Clinical Research Center, University Hospital.
If you had PREVIOUS PRETERM labor and you are PREGNANT NOW, you may be eligible for a research study that is looking at different ways to manage stress and cope during pregnancy.
Through this study you may learn relaxation techniques, coping skills and stress reduction techniques. These skills may be useful to you during and after your pregnancy.
There is no cost to you.
If you are interested, Please call 631-444-6900 and leave your name and number where we can contact you.
http://www.sunysb.edu/gcrc
Submitted by: Adnan Rangwala/GST
10. Miscellaneous
1. Meet the Oncology Nurse from The Stony Brook Hospital's Cancer Helpline
The Oncology nurse from the Cancer Helpline will be available at the Health Resource Center located in the main entrance of the hospital on level 5, every Thursday from 1:00pm-2:00pm during the month of June. This is an opportunity to have cancer questions answered and to obtain cancer related information. For more information call the Cancer Helpline at 1800 862-2215.
Submitted by: Lori Tischler/UHMC