Campus Announcements for the week of 04/21/2003
Table of Contents
01. Administrative (dept moves/closes¸ employee info¸ Admin announcements)
1. Leap Year Factor for many State Employees will change biweekly gross salary.
2. CSEA employees to receive Performance Advance and Longevity Payments, PEF employees to receive Performance Advance.
3. UUP Tuition Waiver Applications
4. Elizabeth D. Couey Award, Nominations now being accepted!
5. The Arts & Sciences Senate meets Monday, April 21st at 3:30 p.m. in Javits Room
6. DSS Open House
7. Time to renew library material
8. Senior Leadership and Service Awards, Nominations now being accepted!
03. Workshops/Courses/Training (work related; HR¸ EAP¸ DoIT¸ etc...)
1. Enhance your Lotus Notes skills! Take a training class with the DoIT/Client Support training team
2. Supervisory Training Workplace Violence Awareness and Prevention Sponsored by Employee Assistance Program and University Police
04. Conferences/Seminars/Lectures
1. Department of Applied Mathematics & Statistics & CEAS Presents The Laurence Baxter Memorial Lecture
2. Topics in Atmospheric and Oceanic Sciences Seminar, April 21, 2003
3. Ecology and Evolution Seminars
4. Diversity Conference 2003
5. May 7 "Global Conflict and Nonviolent Solutions" Academic Lecture and Student Workshop SAC Ballroom B
6. Wang Center Event: Art At A Time of War
7. The Humanities Institute at Stony Brook Presents An Internal Fellows Team Lecture by Jacqueline Reich and Michelle Tedesco
8. What Is War: A Film Series
9. The Humanities Institute at Stony Brook and the Philosophy Department Present Distinguished Visiting Professor Noam Chomsky
10. Ask the Ethicist! Join us on Wednesday, April 23 for a lively talk with Randy Cohen!
11. 2003 Long Island Life Sciences Summit
05. Hosp/HSC Conferences/Seminars/Lectures
1. Writing and Publishing in the Social Work and Health Professions
2. Biomedical Engineering Seminar Series
3. Department of Neurobiology & Behavior
4. Dr. Steven Jonas Lecture May 1 from 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm in the Javits Room 2 Floor Melville Library
5. National Medical Laboratory Week
06. Charitable (Habitat¸ Blood drives¸ Cats¸ etc...)
1. Stony Brook University Spring Blood Drives 4/21-4/25
2. Volunteers Needed For Commencement
3. Inherited and Metabolic Disorders Support Group of Suffolk County Raffle / Fund Raiser
4. Stony Brook Child Care 10th Annual Cash Bonanza
5. Cody Comedy Festival - formally known as the Toyota Comedy Festival -Laugh Well
6. Relay For Life - Join The Fight Against Cancer MAY 2-3
7. Adorable Cats Available for Adoption
07. Entertainment (Sports¸ Movies¸ Events¸ etc...)
1. Asian American Faculty-Staff Association Dinner Event
2. 4 Big Events, One Big Day Wednesday April 30
3. Roth Pond Regatta 2003 is Coming!
4. Stony Brook Opera presents Mozart's Don Giovanni
5. University Orchestra concert on Thursday, May 1 - 8 p.m. Staller Center Main Stage
6. Save the Dates! April 2003 Wang Center Events
7. An Opportunity To Publish Your Creative Writing
8. Cody Center Open House - May 1
9. Take Our Sons And Daughters To Work Day
10. Seawolves Lacrosse Battles North Carolina Wednesday Night
11. Asian American Film Series: Situating Asian America
12. Summer Camp at Stony Brook
June 30 - August 22, 2003 632-4550
13. Golf Tournament - Department of Campus Recreation
14. A Reading by David Watts, Poet and Physician & Presentation of Awards to Winners of 2003 IMCS Writing Competition
15. Louise Gluck Poetry Reading & Book Signing April 28 from 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm at the Wang Center
16. May 8 Alumni Author Tom House Book Reading & Signing 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm Javits 2FL Melville Library
17. May 9 Elaine Cunningham visits Stony Brook Campus!! Student Union Ballroom from 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm
18. Ultimate Spring Blast(USB)Week April 21st-24th
19. Campus Life Awards - Wednesday, May 7, 5:00 - 7:00pm, SAC Auditorium
20. SBU's 3rd Annual SpringFest-EarthStock Festival
21. Tai-Chi
08. For-Pay Workshops/Courses (SPD¸ etc...)
1. Defensive Driving Program Offered for UUP Employees and Their Immediate Family Members
2. Information Technology Networking Fundamentals (ITNF) Section J starts April 26, 2003
3. Computer Training - Electric Rain Swift 3D NCE 331 - 4 sessions - Fee $300
4. Microsoft IT Training 2153 - Supporting a Microsoft Windows 2000 Network Infrastructure
5. Computer Training - Microsoft PowerPoint NCE318 - 5 sessions
6. Website Design Macromedia Dreamweaver 4.0 NCE328 - 6 sessions
7. Macromedia Fireworks 4.0 NCE327 - 3 sessions
8. Exploring Macromedia Flash 5 NCE329 - 12 sessions
09. Research (Studies¸ Testing¸ etc...)
1. MRI Study of Flow in the Brain and Spine
2. Clinical Trial for Osteoarthritis
3. Diabetes and Periodontal (Gum) Disease
4. Black Women and Breast Cancer: An Interview Study
5. Elevated Lipids And Cholesteral Program
6. Acne Study
7. Tooth Whitening
8. Are You Depressed? We Can Help!
9. Sarcopenia Study in the Elderly
10. Miscellaneous
1. Doctoral Dissertations this week
2. Department of Mechanical Engineering/CEAS
3. Free Lunch & Student Dialogues about Different Lifestyles!
4. Ecology and Evolution Dissertation Defense
5. Summer Job Expo
6. HSC Job Fair May 1, 2003 from 3pm-6-pm HSC Galleria L-3
7. Need Help Selecting Summer Sessions Classes?
01. Administrative (dept moves/closes¸ employee info¸ Admin announcements)
1. Leap Year Factor for many State Employees will change biweekly gross salary.
Many State employees will be affected by a change in gross pay on the April 23 paycheck due to 2004 being a Leap Year. See our memo under "In the Spotlight" on the right side of the HRS homepage:
http://www.stonybrook.edu/hr
Submitted by: Rick Sadetsky/Admin
2. CSEA employees to receive Performance Advance and Longevity Payments, PEF employees to receive Performance Advance.
Please see respective memorandums for CSEA and PEF employees under News&Events on the right side of the HRS homepage.
http://www.stonybrook.edu/hr
Submitted by: Rick Sadetsky/Admin
3. UUP Tuition Waiver Applications
UUP tuition waiver applications are available at the West Campus Benefits Office, Administration Building, Room 390 for all West Campus and HSC UUP-represented employees who are planning to take a credit-bearing course in the Summer 1 and/or Summer 2 sessions at SUNY. A separate waiver application is required for each session and may be obtained by calling 2-6167 or emailing alessandra.white@stonybrook.edu. Completed waiver applications must be sent to the Benefits Office, Z=0751 for approval. Approved waivers will be returned to you for submission to Student Accounts beginning May 1 for Summer 1 classes and June 1 for Summer 2 classes.
Submitted by: Alessandra White/Admin
4. Elizabeth D. Couey Award, Nominations now being accepted!
The Couey Award was established in 1974 in memory of Stony Brook's first Coordinator of Student Activities. Ms. Couey's concerns for students and student life greatly contributed to the frowth of University student services and to the establishment of the Stony Brook Union. The Criteria are: Only seniors who plan to graduate this calendar year (May, August, or December 2003) are eligible, Nominees must have a minimum cumulative grade point average of 2.0 at the time of nomination, Nominees must have made outstanding contributions towards the improvement and growth of student affairs and student programs at Stony Brook and Nominees must exemplify Elizabeth Couey's unique qualities, which include the ability to listen with understanding, guide without boundaries, give and take with love and grow with each passing day. For more information or to submit a nomination please contact Maria Terrana, Office of Student Activities, 2-9392.
Submitted by: Maria Terrana/OSA
5. The Arts & Sciences Senate meets Monday, April 21st at 3:30 p.m. in Javits Room
Please make every effort to attend this important meeting:
Tentative Agenda
I. Approval of Tentative Agenda
II. Approval of Minutes from March 24, 2003
III. Report of the Arts & Sciences Senate President (J. Kuchner)
IV. Arts & Sciences Constitution - (Review of each section limited to 5 minutes) and vote on Constitution
V. Arts & Sciences By-Laws (Review of each section limited to 5 mintues) and vote on by-laws
VI. Old Business
VII. New Business
Submitted by: Laurie Theobalt/Prov
6. DSS Open House
Save the Date ! Disability Support Services cordially welcomes you to an Open House at their new location, 128 Educational Computing Center, on Thursday, April 24, 2003. Join us anytime from 10:00am to 1:00pm. Tours and refreshments. A planned visit fro President Shirley Strum Kenny at 10:00. Please RSVP @ 2-6548, all welcomed!
Submitted by: Evelyn Flores/OSA
7. Time to renew library material
Faculty, Management Confidential and Professional staff who currently have borrowed library material from the Main, Music and Science/Engineering Library, with a due date of May 20, 2003 are urged to renew at this time. The new due date, after properly renewing, will be December 20, 2003.
For information on how to renew via STARS/OPAC, please go to the URL.
To renew in person, please present your ID card to service desk staff. It is not necessary to bring the material into the library in order to have them renewed. There are no phone renewals. Thank you.
http://www.sunysb.edu/library/renewal.html
Submitted by: David Weiner/Lib
8. Senior Leadership and Service Awards, Nominations now being accepted!
Senior Leadership and Service Awards are given to graduating seniors who have made an outstanding contribution to campus like by making a difference in the lives of other Stony Brook Community members. Criteria are: only seniors who plan to graduate this calendar year, May, August or December 2003, must have a minimum cumulative gpa of 2.5 at time of nomination and nominees must have demonstrated their leadership and/or service through tangible contributions to the University. For more information or to submit a nomination please contact Maria Terrana, Office of Student Activities, 2-9392.
Submitted by: Maria Terrana/OSA
03. Workshops/Courses/Training (work related; HR¸ EAP¸ DoIT¸ etc...)
1. Enhance your Lotus Notes skills! Take a training class with the DoIT/Client Support training team
Go to the Client Support website to learn about and register for our Lotus Notes training classes.
http://clientsupport.stonybrook.edu/training/Notes_training.shtml
Submitted by: Kim Rant/DoIT
2. Supervisory Training Workplace Violence Awareness and Prevention Sponsored by Employee Assistance Program and University Police
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.
Date: May 1, 2003 Time: 9:00 a.m. - 12 p.m. Location: HSC, L2, Room 154B
To register or for futher information call: Corporate Ed & Training at 444-9805
http://www.sunysb.edu/eap
Submitted by: Linda Tatem/Pres
04. Conferences/Seminars/Lectures
1. Department of Applied Mathematics & Statistics & CEAS Presents The Laurence Baxter Memorial Lecture
Wednesday, April 30, 2003; 9:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.; Student Activites Center Room 303. Guest speakers include Bradley Efron, Ph.D., Department of Statistics, Stanford University, "Bayesians, Frequentists, and Microbiologists" and Randy R. Sitter, Ph.D., Department of Statistics and Actuarial Science, Burnaby, BC, Canada, "Empirical Likelihood-Based Methods in Survey Sampling."
For additional information email Prof. Nancy Mendell at nmendell@notes.cc.sunysb.edu or call 2-8373.
http://naples.cc.sunysb.edu/CEAS/amsweb.nsf/pages/Baxter
Submitted by: Pamela Wolfskill/CEAS
2. Topics in Atmospheric and Oceanic Sciences Seminar, April 21, 2003
Dr. Richard Kleeman from the Courant Institute for Mathematical Sciences, New York University, will present a seminar entitled "Predictability of Dynamical Systems Relevant to Climate and Weather" at 11:30 a.m. on April 23. The seminar will take place at the Marine Sciences Research Center, South Campus, Endeavour Hall 120. Light refreshments will be served. For more information, please contact the Institute for Terrestrial and Planetary Atmospheres at 632-8009.
http://atmos.msrc.sunysb.edu
Submitted by: Gina Gartin/MSRC
3. Ecology and Evolution Seminars
3:30p.m., Wednesday, April 23,2003. Life Sciences Building, Room 038 "AGROECOLOGY OF PLANT-SOIL BIOTA MUTUALISM: THE CASE OF ARBUSCULAR-MYCORRHIZAL FUNGI"
Dr. Nicholas Jordan, Department of Agronomy & Plant Genetics, University of Minnesota, St. Paul
Host: Dr. R. Geeta
1:30p.m., Friday, April 25, 2003. Life Sciences Building, Room 038 "THE SECRET LIVES OF SONORAN DESERT COLUMNAR CACTI"
Dr. Theodore Fleming, Department of Biology, University of Miami
Host: Dr. Charles Janson/James Thomson
If you need a disability-related accommodation, please call: The Department of Ecology and Evolution at (631) 632-8600
Submitted by: Marilyn Pakarklis/CAS
4. Diversity Conference 2003
The Challenge of Diversity on Long Island in Turbulent Times: Realities, Communities, and Transformations
Monday, May 5, 2003, Stony Brook University, Student Activities Center, 8:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
Free for pre-registered students
The scheduled program includes Mr. George Herrera, President of the National Hispanic Chamber of Commerce, as Plenary Keynote Speaker, and Dr. Calvin O. Butts, III, President of SUNY College at Old Westbury, and Pastor of the Abyssinian Baptist Church in New York City, as Lunchtime Keynote Speaker.
For detailed information regarding workshop topics, presenters and registration please check the conference website.
http://www.stonybrook.edu/sb/diversity2003/
Submitted by: Ismenia Molina/Pres
5. May 7 "Global Conflict and Nonviolent Solutions" Academic Lecture and Student Workshop SAC Ballroom B
May 7 "Global Conflict and Nonviolent Solutions" Academic Lecture and Student Workshop SAC Ballroom B Lecture (4:00 - 5:30 pm) and Workshop (6:00 - 9:00 pm)
Jack DuVall and Shaazka Beyerley will present an academic lecture on "Global Conflict and Nonviolent Solutions" based on Jack Duvall's co-authored book entitled, "A Force More Powerful" and educational video, "Bringing Down A Dictator."
Admission: Complimentary. Sponsored by the International Center on Nonviolent Conflict, CELT, FLC, Students for Peace & Humanity and University Bookstore
http://stonybrook.edu/bookstore
Submitted by: Mary Messina/FSA
6. Wang Center Event: Art At A Time of War
Wednesday, April 23, 12:45, Wang Center Lecture Hall 1
What is the role of art and artists at a time of tumult and terror? This frank discussion amongst art practitioners, historians and critics forefronts the importance of creativity and the artists' vision in understanding, even mitigating the onslaught of violence. The discussion is enhanced with examples of artworks and site specific projects presented in slides. Speakers include Stony Brook University's Shoki Goodarzi, Nobuho Nagasawa, Howerdena Pindell, and Nick Mirzeoff.
Refreshments will be served. Free and Open to the Public.
http://www.stonybrook.edu/sb/wang/events.shtml
Submitted by: Sunita Mukhi/Admin
7. The Humanities Institute at Stony Brook Presents An Internal Fellows Team Lecture by Jacqueline Reich and Michelle Tedesco
Title: "The World's Most Perfectly Developed Man": Charles Atlas, Whiteness, and American Masculinity
Where: The Humanities Institute, E4340 Melville Library When: Thursday, April 24, 2003, at 4:30pm
Their project examines the life and impact of Charles Atlas (a.k.a. Angelo Siciliano), an Italian immigrant who realized the American dream of success with the mass-marketing of his dynamic tension body-building program. The case of Charles Atlas provides an important window into the role the male body played in the assimilation of the Italian immigrant into American consciousness.
Jacqueline Reich is an Assistant Professor of Italian and Comparative Literature at Stony Brook University, where she directs the Cinema and Cultural Studies undergraduate major. Michelle Tedesco is a senior at Stony Brook University, majoring in Spanish and Italian. She is fluent in both languages, and plans to pursue a career in international business upon graduation.
http://www.sunysb.edu/humanities/
Submitted by: Jason Hanley/GST
8. What Is War: A Film Series
The Department of Comparative Studies, SUNY, Stony Brook, invites you to participate in a film series about war. Eleven films will be screened beginning on March 28 and ending on April 25. The screenings will be followed by group discussions facilitated by students and professors.
Join us in this effort to understand war, its reasons and consequences.
You will find detailed schedule and brief film summaries at the following link:
http://www.sunysb.edu/complit/complit.htm
Submitted by: Mary Moran-Luba/CAS
9. The Humanities Institute at Stony Brook and the Philosophy Department Present Distinguished Visiting Professor Noam Chomsky
Title: Violence and Justice: Some Useful Truisms
Where: TBA (contact HISB for details) When: Wednesday, April 30, 2003, at 4:00pm
Noam Chomsky is a Professor in the Department of Linguistics and Philosophy at MIT, and he is currently a Visiting Professor in the Philosophy Department at Stony Brook. He is the recipient of the Distinguished Scientific Contribution Award of the American Psychological Association, the Kyoto Prize in Basic Sciences, the Helmholtz Medal, the Dorothy Eldridge Peacemaker Award, the Ben Franklin Medal in Computer and Cognitive Science, and other awards. His many published works include: Aspects of the Theory of Syntax; Language and Mind; American Power and the New Mandarins; Reflections on Language; The Political Economy of Human Rights, Vol. I and II (with E.S. Herman); Rules and Representations; Manufacturing Consent (with E.S. Herman); Necessary Illusions; and New Horizons in the Study of Language and Mind.
http://www.sunysb.edu/humanities/
Submitted by: Jason Hanley/GST
10. Ask the Ethicist! Join us on Wednesday, April 23 for a lively talk with Randy Cohen!
Please join us on Wednesday, April 23 at 12:45 p.m. in the Charles B. Wang Center Auditorium for Columnist Randy Cohen's views on "The Good, the Bad, and The Difference."
Cohen writes the weekly column "The Ethicist? for the New York Times Magazine, is an Emmy Award-winning former writer for Late Night with David Letterman, and former head writer for The Rosie O'Donnell Show. Cohen will also encourage dialogue by taking questions from the audience. Cohen's latest book is The Good, The Bad and The Difference: How to Tell Right From Wrong in Everyday Situations, which he will be signing after the talk. Find out more about Cohen online and take his "Be The Ethicist" Quiz at www.stonybrook.edu/yocel. Refreshments will be served.
Sponsored by the Year of Community: Ethics in Leadership
http://www.stonybrook.edu/yocel
Submitted by: Shelley Catalano/UAff
11. 2003 Long Island Life Sciences Summit
The Center for Biotechnology along with the Long Island Life Sciences Initiative invite you to attend the 2003 Long Island Life Sciences Summit. May 8th, 2003. 7:30 -5pm. Hilton Huntington Hotel. It is the premier industry event for the life sciences community. It will bring small, emerging and established life science companies, along with leaders from the academic community, industry suppliers, venture capitalists, economic development professionals and professional service providers together to focus on issues of strategic importance to their continued growth and success in the region. The 2003 Summit is an invaluable opportunity for the Long Island life sciences community to interact in a dynamic forum to help develop and implement an agenda focused on creating a nurturing business environment for local companies to thrive. Space is Limited!! Register today by calling Kimberly Alden at 632-1991 or e-mailing kalden@lilsi.org
http://www.lilsi.org/summit/life-sci-summit.html
Submitted by: Angeline Judex/CEAS
05. Hosp/HSC Conferences/Seminars/Lectures
1. Writing and Publishing in the Social Work and Health Professions
May 9 2003, 8:30 to 11:30a.m.
School of Social Welfare, Level 3, Lecture Hall 6
Professional writing is an arduous task. Getting published is thought of as the pinnacle of success. This workshop seeks to assist those interested in writing and publishing with some of the necessary tools in achieving this goal. we will also address some of the common mistakes and pitfalls to avoid.
Discussant: Abraham Lurie, Ph.D., Candyce Berger, Ph.D., Joel Blau D.S.W., Frances L. Brisbane, Ph.D., Harvey Farberman, Ph.D.
Contact: Ellen Kosloff at 444-3694 or email Rkosloff@notes.cc.sunysb.edu
Submitted by: Kelvin Tune/HSC
2. Biomedical Engineering Seminar Series
Biomedical Engineering Seminar Series entitled: "Drug Delivery to the Brain: Applications of Biomedical Engineering"
Mark Salztman, Ph.D., Goizueta Foundation Professor of Chemical & Biomedical Engineering, Yale University, New Haven, CT
Wednesday, April 23, 2003 - 4 PM, HSC Level 3, Lecture Hall 5
Submitted by: Anne Marie Dusatko/UHMC
3. Department of Neurobiology & Behavior
The Department of Neurobiology & Behavior Thursday Seminar series continues for Spring 2003. Dr. Nelson P. Spruston, from the Department of Neurobiology and Physiology,Institute for Neuroscience Northwestern University will be our speaker. His topic will be "Dendritic excitability and synaptic plasticity in the hippocampus."
Date: Thursday 4/24/03 Time: 12:00PM Place: Life Sciences Building, Room 038
Submitted by: Carol Brady/CAS
4. Dr. Steven Jonas Lecture May 1 from 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm in the Javits Room 2 Floor Melville Library
May 1 from 5 - 7 pm Javits Room 2 Floor Frank Melville Library. Dr. Steven Jonas MD, MPH, FACPM, Author, Professor of Community & Preventative Medicine in the School of Medicine at Stony Brook University will present a lecture based on his new book entitled, "Introduction to the U.S. HealthCare System." The 5th edition of this book and first by this author, describes the various elements of healthcare in the U.S. as a system and how each element is affected by the current changes in health finance and organization. Dr. Jonas designed this book to give medical students and professionals who lack a background in health policy, a broad understanding of the complexities of the U.S. Healthcare system and how it is changing under current financial and organizational pressures.
Admission: Complimentary. Sponsored by the Special Collections Department of the Melville Library and University Bookstore
http://stonybrook.edu/bookstore
Submitted by: Mary Messina/FSA
5. National Medical Laboratory Week
2003 Theme is Laboratory Professionals: Exceptional People - Exceptional Work. The SBUH Department of Laboratories will host an exhibit on Wednesday, April 23 on Level 5 near the cafeteria. Come visit and discover some of the wonders in laboratory testing.
Submitted by: Michele Gilleeny-Blabac/UHMC
06. Charitable (Habitat¸ Blood drives¸ Cats¸ etc...)
1. Stony Brook University Spring Blood Drives 4/21-4/25
The Residence Hall Blood Drive Contest has drawn to a close, and now it is time to engage the entire campus community! The University will be kicking off a Spring Blood Drive Week on Monday April 21, a Blood Drive will be held in SAC Ballroom B from 11 a.m.-4:30 p.m. On Tuesday, April 22, SAC Ballroom B, from noon-9:15 p.m. Wednesday's Drive location is Endeavor Hall Room 113, South Campus, 8 a.m.-1:30 p.m. The final Drive of the week will be at the Veteran's Nursing Home on Thursday, April 25, from 9:30 a.m.-3:00p.m. Remember, anyone who donates blood or attempts to donate during the Spring Blood Drives receives a coupon for a McDonalds Medium Extra Value Meal! Additionally, a pair of Mets tickets will be raffled off during each of the SAC Drives. Also, donors, attempted donors, and volunteers will get a Long-Sleeved T-shirt! Questions, call Colleen at 2-6100.
Submitted by: Carl Hanes/Pres
2. Volunteers Needed For Commencement
SBU will be celebrating the 43rd Commencement Ceremony May 22 and May 23, 2003. Once again, Conferences and Special Events staff is looking for volunteers to help make this a memorial celebration of great achievement for the graduates. If you would like to volunteer contact Peg Abbatiello at ext. 26320.
Submitted by: Margaret Abbatiello/Pres
3. Inherited and Metabolic Disorders Support Group of Suffolk County Raffle / Fund Raiser
Sponsored by The Department of Pediatrics at Stony Brook, Genetics Division.
$1.00 for 1 chance $5.00 for 6 chances
Drawing will be held on Friday, May 9, 2003. 1st place winner will receive A Day of Beauty at T. Carlton Spalone $400.00 value. 2nd and 3rd place winners will receive a gift certificate. Winners will be notified and do not need to be present for drawing.
If you are interested in purchasing some chances please contact Dana Sabatino at 444-7885.
Submitted by: Dana Sabatino/UHMC
4. Stony Brook Child Care 10th Annual Cash Bonanza
Win $15,000. The 10th Annual Child Care Cash Bonanza is being held Thursday, April 24th, 2003 at the SAC. Call Stony Brook Child Care at 2-6930 for ticket information. $50 a ticket admits 2 and you can buy your own or split the cost with co-workers, friends or family. Odds of winning are 1 in 40.
Submitted by: Patricia Birbiglia/Affl
5. Cody Comedy Festival - formally known as the Toyota Comedy Festival -Laugh Well
All proceeds to benefit the Cody Center for Autism and Developmental Disabilities at Stony Brook University.
Wednesday, May 14, 2003 - Funny Bone Buffet Reception $150.00 per person includes reserved show ticket 5-7 pm Student Activities Center.
Comdedy Show - 7:30 pm $25.00 per person Staller Center.
Featured comedians include Greg Fitzsimmons, Wali Collins, Todd Berry and Greg Giraldo.
Reserve your tickets early by calling 444-2899. This event was a sell out last year!
Submitted by: Margaret Melzer/HSC
6. Relay For Life - Join The Fight Against Cancer MAY 2-3
Stony Brook University will be hosting its 2nd annual Relay For Life May 2nd-3rd, 2003. The Relay for Life is an overnight celebration of hope, progress and answers sponsored by the American Cancer Society. In honor of the 8.5 million American who have survived cancer, teams of friends, families and co-workers walk/run raising funds to support the continued fight against the disease. The event will include a luminaria ceremony during which lights will be placed around the university's outdoor track, each light honoring someone who has battled cancer. Proceeds from the event support cancer research.
If you are interested in participating in the event (held at the university's outdoor track), or would like to make a donation to the American Cancer Society, you can contact Paulette Orlando, American Cancer Society at (631) 436-7070 or visit the American Cancer Society's website:
http://www.cancer.org/asp/coe/coe_global.asp
We hope you can participate!
Submitted by: Jennifer Jamilkowski/UHMC
7. Adorable Cats 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 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).
http://www.sinc.sunysb.edu/clubs/sbucat
Submitted by: Anne Moyer/CAS
07. Entertainment (Sports¸ Movies¸ Events¸ etc...)
1. Asian American Faculty-Staff Association Dinner Event
AAFSA welcomes Dr. Sunita Mukhi to the Asian Community
Join AAFSA on May 9, 2003 for dinner and help us welcome Dr. Mukhi to our community.
Location: Eastern Pavilion, 750 North Country Rd. (Rt. 25A), East Setauket. 751.1888
Agenda: 5:00 - 6:00PM - Cocktail Hour (Cash Bar)
6:15 - 7:30PM - Dinner & Conversations
Cost: $30 per person. Includes soda, appetizers and a nine course banquet dinner
RSVP: You may fill out our secure online RSVP & Payment form (link below) by May 5, 2003
http://www.stonybrook.edu/aafsa
Submitted by: Melissa Bishop/DoIT
2. 4 Big Events, One Big Day Wednesday April 30
Diversity Day: Dimensions of Diversity - Diversity is Not Divisive - 12:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m., SAC Plaza, for more information call 632-6280
Strawberry Fest: A Strawberry Lover's Dream Come True - 11:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m., Academic Mall, for more information call 632-6529
Prime Time: Learn more about majors, minors, and career options. 12:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m., SAC Ballroom A & B, for more information call 632-4553
Ethics in Leadership with the God Squad: See best-selling authors and syndicated TV commentators Monsignor Tom Hartman and Rabbi Marc Gelman 12:40 p.m. - 2:10 p.m., Charles B. Wang Center, for more information call 632-9347
Submitted by: Ismenia Molina/Pres
3. Roth Pond Regatta 2003 is Coming!
Get your duck tape and cardboard ready! Roth Pond Regatta has been set for Friday, April 25, 2003 from 12-5pm at Roth Pond. Registration begins at 12pm, first race is at 2:30pm. There will be food, music and exciting boat races all afternoon. For more information please go to the Roth Pond Regatta Website
http://www.rothregatta.org
Submitted by: Maria Terrana/OSA
4. Stony Brook Opera presents Mozart's Don Giovanni
The Stony Brook Opera and Symphony Orchestra presents Mozart's Don Giovanni, fully staged, sung in Italian, with projected titles in English. There are two performances at the Staller Center, Friday, April 25 at 8 and Sunday, April 27 at 2. Tickets are $20 general, $10 students and seniors. Call 632-ARTS for tickets.
Submitted by: David Lawton/CAS
5. University Orchestra concert on Thursday, May 1 - 8 p.m. Staller Center Main Stage
The University Orchestra - Susan Deaver, conductor, will perform on Thursday, May 1 - 8 p.m. at Staller Center Main Stage. Tickets are $8 for general admission and $4 for students/seniors. The 1st Place winners of the 2003 Undergraduate Concerto Competition - Andrew Beer, violin and Michael Duckworth, flute - will be featured in concertos by Dvorak and Mozart. The concert will also include Rossini's La Gazza Ladra and Beethoven's Symphony No. 7 in A Major. For further information call the Department of Music at 632-7330 or Staller Center Box Office at 632-ARTS.
http://www.sunysb.edu.music
Submitted by: Susan Deaver/CAS
6. Save the Dates! April 2003 Wang Center Events
Join us at the Wang Center for an exciting array of discussions and performances exploring the issues and presents the arts of Asia and Asian America. The following events are free and open to the public. Seating is limited. Refreshments will be served.
Wednesday, April 23, 12:45 p.m., Lecture Hall 1 - Art at a Time of War - What is the role of art and artists at a time of tumult and terror? This discussion amongst art practitioners, historians and critics forefronts the importance of creativity and the artists vision in understanding the onslaught of violence.
Wednesday, April 30, 12:45 p.m., Lecture Hall 1 - Living Asian in Stony Brook - Dr. Shibani Ray-Mazumder, and Karina Kim, dialog about the state of mental health and personal well-being of the Asian and Asian American members of the Stony Brook community.
Submitted by: Karen Keeley/UAff
7. An Opportunity To Publish Your Creative Writing
Focus On Women, On Diversity gives members of the Stony Brook Campus an opportunity to speak out on contemporary social issues, and explore the diversity of their lives-lives shaped by ethnicity, sexual orientation, race economics, age and religion. The journal includes essays, poetry, short stories, academic papers, paintings, drawings and photographs. Prefence is given to works addressing feminist, multi-cultural and campus issues.
Bring your submissions to the Women's Studies Office, Old Chemistry 105. For more information call 2-9176
Submitted by: Constance Koppelman/CAS
8. Cody Center Open House - May 1
All staff are cordially invited to an open house celebrating the official opening of the Matt and Debra Cody Center for Autism and Developmental Disabilities on Thursday, May 1, 2003 from 3:00 - 6:00 pm. The Center is located at 5 Medical Drive, Port Jefferson Professional Park, Route 347, Port Jefferson Station. The Professional Park is located 1/4 mile east of Route 112 on the north side of Route 347.
Parking is limited, transportation from University Hospital will be provided upon request.
Please RSVP to 4-2899 or via e-mail to Margaret.Melzer@sunysb.edu by April 24
Submitted by: Margaret Melzer/HSC
9. Take Our Sons And Daughters To Work Day
Take Our Sons and Daughters to Work Day, Open Doors/Open Minds, is scheduled to take place on April 24, 2003. The program is geared to children from 8 to 13 years old. A guardian must accompany each child. Call Conferences and Special Events at 2-6320 for registration information.
Submitted by: Margaret Abbatiello/Pres
10. Seawolves Lacrosse Battles North Carolina Wednesday Night
The Stony Brook University men's lacrosse team closes out its regular season in LaValle Stadium when it hosts nationally-ranked North Carolina next Wednesday night, April 23rd inside LaValle Stadium at 7:00 p.m.
Tickets for faculty and staff are just $4 and can be purchased at the gate the day of the game.
Submitted by: Timothy Szlosek/CAS
11. Asian American Film Series: Situating Asian America
The Frank Melville, Jr. Memorial Library presents, in collaboration with the Charles B. Wang Center, a month-long film series celebrated Asian Heritage Month, from March 27 to May 1, 2003.
Program includes:
Wednesday, April 23: Miss India Georgia, Turbans/Special Guest: S. Sridhar
Thursday, April 24: My America (. . . or Honk If You Love Buddha)
Tuesday, April 29: Sa-I-Gu, Another America
Wednesday, April 30: Kelly Loves Tony
Thursday, May 1: Bruce Lee's Game of Death/Special Guest: Robert Chi
All begin at 7 pm at the Wang Center Theater. Seating is limited. Contact Janet Clarke for more information: 2-1217
http://www.stonybrook.edu/sb/wang/film/
Submitted by: Janet Clarke/Lib
12. Summer Camp at Stony Brook
June 30 - August 22, 2003 632-4550
Stony Brook is pleased to present its fourth year of our fun-filled, action packed, computer savvy Summer Camp. The Camp combines a unique twist of educational activities and athletics for children between the ages of 5 -12. Tuition includes provision of a camp T-shirt, as well as a hot lunch and snack each day. A 10 % Discount on Tuition is given to all Stony Brook Staff Members.
All Open Houses are on Saturdays in the Sports Complex from 9AM to 12PM April 12, 2003, May 10, 2003
Submitted by: Janice Maggio/CAS
13. Golf Tournament - Department of Campus Recreation
The Department of Campus Recreation will be holding its' Annual Golf Tournament on Friday, May 2nd @ 11:00am at the Heatherwood Golf Club in Centereach. The tournament format is best ball, with team low gross, longest drive and closest to pin awards given out. This tournament is open to all students, faculty, staff and alumni of the University. Each foursome will be allowed one guest player who is not affiliated with the university. Cost, which includes green fees and lunch, is $45.00 per person for faculty/staff/alumni/guest and $36.00 per person for undergraduate students. For more information, please contact the Department of Campus Recreation at 632-4145.
Submitted by: Marie Turchiano/CAS
14. A Reading by David Watts, Poet and Physician & Presentation of Awards to Winners of 2003 IMCS Writing Competition
David Watts, judge of this year's writing contest, is a poet whose early training was as a musician, then as a doctor. He practices medicine and teaches at the University of California at San Francisco. His books of poetry include Taking the History, Making, and Slow Waking at Jenner-by-the-Sea. He is a regular commentator on National Public Radio's All Things Considered and holds a number of national media awards.
Submitted by: Heidi Campani/UHMC
15. Louise Gluck Poetry Reading & Book Signing April 28 from 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm at the Wang Center
April 28 from 4- 6 pm at the Wang Center Large Lecture Hall. Poetry Reading & Book Signing - Louise Gluck is the author of numerous books of poetry including The Seven Ages; Vita Nova, winner of Boston Book Review's Bingham Pulitzer Prize; Meadowlands; The Wild Iris which received the Pulitzer Prize and the Poetry Society of America's William Carlos Williams Award; and The Triumph of Achilles, which received the National Book Critics Circle Award, the Boston Globe Literary Press Award, and the Poetry Society of America's Melville Kane Award. She was elected Chancellor of the Academy of American Poets in 1999.
Admission: Complimentary. Sponsored by The Poetry Center, Frank Melville Jr. Memorial Library and University Bookstore
http://stonybrook.edu/bookstore
Submitted by: Mary Messina/FSA
16. May 8 Alumni Author Tom House Book Reading & Signing 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm Javits 2FL Melville Library
May 8 "The Beginning of Calamities" Alumni Author Tom House Book Reading & Signing 5 - 7 pm Javits Room 2 Fl Melville Library. "Tom House's shining gifts as a storyteller-vivid prose, emotional insight, and hilarity - make The Beginning of Calamities a novel you'll relish and a debut you'll note." - David Ebershoff, author of Pasadena and The Danish Girl Tom House's short fiction has appeared in Harper's New England Review, The Antioch Review, Best American Gay Fiction and many other publications. For more info about the author, please visit www.housestories.net
Admission: Complimentary. Sponsored by the Special Collections Dept. Frank Melville Library & University Bookstore
http://stonybrook.edu/bookstore
Submitted by: Mary Messina/FSA
17. May 9 Elaine Cunningham visits Stony Brook Campus!! Student Union Ballroom from 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm
May 9 Elaine Cunningham visits Stony Brook Campus - Student Union Ballroom from 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm
Elaine Cunningham is the author of the Songs & Swords series of novels, the Counselors & Kings trilogy and Evermeet for Wizards of the Coast Inc. Cunningham also hit the New York Times bestseller list with Dark Journey, her Star Wars title (for Del Ray). Cunningham's forthcoming "Tangled Web" and "Windwalker" brings the Starlight & Shadows trilogy to its conclusion.
Admission: Complimentary. Sponsored by the Special Collections Dept. Frank Melville Library, Science Fiction Forum and University Bookstore
http://stonybrook.edu/bookstore
Submitted by: Mary Messina/FSA
18. Ultimate Spring Blast(USB)Week April 21st-24th
Coming soon...Ultimate Spring Blast (USB) Week (April 21st- 24th)
Jeopardy Trivia Game: April, 21st, 2003. Langmuir College @ 7pm. Trivia and physical Challenge game against Residence Halls.
Pride Patrol: April, 22nd, 2003. 10am-4pm. Each quad participates in efforts to beautify their community. See your RHD for details.
Bulletin Board Contest: Judging April, 23rd, 2003 @ 12:00pm. Residence Halls participate and compete in a bulletin board contest centered on the USB theme- 80's Flashback
Volleyball Tournament: April, 23rd, 2003 @ 5pm in the Roth Quad volleyball pit. Residence halls compete against one another in their quad in order to represent their quad at this event.
Spirit Night: April, 24th, 2003. Sports Complex. Registration begins at 7:00pm and the doors open to the public at 7:30pm. Event Begins @ 8:15pm. Residence halls compete against each other in banner, dance, and skit contests.
Sponsored by The Division Of Campus Residences
Submitted by: Nikki Vittore/GST
19. Campus Life Awards - Wednesday, May 7, 5:00 - 7:00pm, SAC Auditorium
Stony Brook students, faculty/staff, and guests are cordially invited to the annual Campus Life Awards Ceremony & Reception for excellence in student leadership & campus invovlement. Student leaders, studentorganization, and faculty/staff advisors to student groups will be honored. All are welcome! Please RSVP to 2-7320 by May 1.
Cosponsored by the Dean of Students Office, Student Union and Activities, Commuter Student Services, Campus Recreation , Undergraduate Student Government, Health Sciences Center Student Association, and the Graduate Student Organization.
Submitted by: Cheryl Chambers/OSA
20. SBU's 3rd Annual SpringFest-EarthStock Festival
Stony Brook hosts it's 3rd annual SpringFest-EarthStock festival! This years promises to be as spectacular as ever!
~ Live Music
~ Birds of Prey and exotic reptile exhibit
~ Recycled Art Exhibit
~ Local Businesses and Organizations
~ Campus groups and organizations
~ Organic Snacks
~ Tons of Give-aways, and much more!
In recognition of Earth Day and Stony Brook's accomplishments in minimizing our ecological footprint.
Sponsored by a partnership between the Department of Recycling & Resource Management, the Commuter Student Association and Dreiser College Environmental Living Learning Center.
http://www.stonybrook.edu/recycling/earthstock.htm
Submitted by: Jessica Vito/UST
21. Tai-Chi
The Department of Campus Recreation will be holding a specialty class for 6 weeks. Beginning June 4, 2003 - July 9, 2003, TAI- CHI will be offered outside in the SAC Courtyard.
This class is a separate fee from the regular fitness class schedule.
$50.00/per 6 week session
Wednesdays 5:15pm - 6:15pm, (SAC Courtyard) June 4th - July 9th
To register please contact the Wellness Center Manager at 632-7263.
http://recreation.sunysb.edu
Submitted by: Susan Dimonda/CAS
08. For-Pay Workshops/Courses (SPD¸ etc...)
1. Defensive Driving Program Offered for UUP Employees and Their Immediate Family Members
A NYSUT sponsored Defensive Driving Program is being offered on Wednesday & Thursday, May 28 & 29, 2003 from 6:00 PM to 9:00 PM in the Student Activity Center (SAC), Room 305 for all UUP employees and their immediate family members. Cost is $25 per person. Checks should be made payable to "NYSUT Benefit Trust" and delivered to the UUP Office, 104 Old Chemistry, Z=3475. Office Hours are Monday thru Friday, 9:00AM to 3:00PM. Contact Corinne Burns at Ext. 26570 for more information.
Submitted by: Corinne Burns/Affl
2. Information Technology Networking Fundamentals (ITNF) Section J starts April 26, 2003
Students learn about PC hardware and system maintenance procedures. Configuration settings upgrading systems, installing printers and monitors, removing and replacing components, and troubleshooting are covered. Students will also learn installation procedures; deal with legacy systems; manage peripheral devices. In hands-on exercises, students install Windows operating systems, use the FDISK utility, perform backups, manage system files, configure networks, configure Internet access, and troubleshoot operating system errors. Will include Introduction to computer networking from local-area network to wide-area network technology.
Course length, 105 hours, Certification achieved at the conclusion of passing exams: A+ Computer Technician, Net+ Network Technician.
Fee: $3195.00 - 10% discount University employees and students. To register contact Marlene Brennan, Computer Technologies and Specialized Programs at 631-632-7068.
Submitted by: Frank Esposito/Prov
3. Computer Training - Electric Rain Swift 3D NCE 331 - 4 sessions - Fee $300
Electric Rain Swift 3D is the most versatile tool for creating web-ready 3D animations for use with Macromedia Flash. Through the combination of an easy-to-use interface, the industry standard vector exporter and a full ray tracing rendering engine, Swift 3D quickly creates high-quality 3D animations. This course will cover the fundamentals of 3D animation and simple 3D design. Students will explore the cross-application functions between Adobe Illustrator, Swift 3D and Macromedia Flash.
Required text - Foundation Swift 3D, retail: $29. May be purchased at www.swift3d.com
Section A: Sat, 9:00-12:00 pm, May 31; June 7, 14, and 21, 2003
10% discount University employees and students CSEA LEAP Vouchers accepted
To register go to SPD Website Registration Form at
http://www.stonybrook.edu/spd/career/registration.html
For questions call 632-7071
Submitted by: Frank Esposito/Prov
4. Microsoft IT Training 2153 - Supporting a Microsoft Windows 2000 Network Infrastructure
This course is for support professionals who are new to Microsoft Windows 2000 and will be responsible for installing, configuring, managing and supporting a network infrastructure that uses the Microsoft Windows 2000 Server products. It also provides students with the prerequisite knowledge and skills required for course 2154, Implementing and Administering Microsoft Windows 2000 Directory Services.
Start Date: April 28, 2003 Time: 6:00 to 10:00PM Course length: 35 hours. Course helps to prepare for Microsoft exam: 70-216
Fee: $1799 10% discount University employees and students
To register go to SPD Website Registration Form at
http://www.stonybrook.edu/spd/career/registration.html
For questions call 632-7068
Submitted by: Frank Esposito/Prov
5. Computer Training - Microsoft PowerPoint NCE318 - 5 sessions
Creating Dynamic Presentations with PowerPoint
A must for sales professionals, trainers, teachers and business presenters, this course demonstrates how to create and combine text and graphics for professional-looking business presentations. Learn to create your own slide presentation in a minimum amount of time.
April 22, 29; May 6,13,20, 2003 Time 9am to 12pm.
Prerequisite: Introduction to Windows or equivalent experience.
Fee: $225 - 10% discount University employees and students
To register go to SPD website at
http://www.stonybrook.edu/spd/career/registration.html
For questions call 632-7071
Submitted by: Frank Esposito/Prov
6. Website Design Macromedia Dreamweaver 4.0 NCE328 - 6 sessions
Dreamweaver is the industry-standard website development software, supporting sophisticated functions such as JavaScript, Dynamic HTML, and CSS. This course will cover topics such as basic page creation, layout tables, frames v. no frames, how to edit HTML, internal FTP capabilities, and how to manage workflow. Students will explore the cross-application functions, such as incorporating Fireworks graphics and Flash buttons. (No knowledge of Flash required.)Required Text - Dreamweaver 4 for Windows/Macintosh: A Visual Quickstart Guide by J. Tarin Towers, retail: $21.99.
Section D Tu, Th, 6:00-9:00 pm, May 20, 22, 27, 29; June 3, 5, 2003
Fee: $275 - 10% discount University employees and students. To register go to SPD website at
http://www.stonybrook.edu/spd/career/registration.html
For questions call 632-7071
Submitted by: Frank Esposito/Prov
7. Macromedia Fireworks 4.0 NCE327 - 3 sessions
Create web graphics, from a simple logo to a sophisticated rollover or pop-up menu, with this user-friendly program from the leader in web design software applications. Fireworks writes the JavaScript required for complex web graphics, and seamlessly merges with Dreamweaver, Macromedia's web layout program. This course is a thorough introduction to this powerful program. Students will create their own graphics to be incorporated into their website designs in Dreamweaver.
Required text - Fireworks 4 for Windows/Macintosh: A Visual Quickstart Guide by Sandee Cohen, retail: $18.99.
Section D: Tu, Th 6:00-9:00 pm, June 10, 12, 17, 2003
Fee: $150 - 10% discount University employees and students. To register go to SPD website at
http://www.stonybrook.edu/spd/career/registration.html
For questions call 632-7071
Submitted by: Frank Esposito/Prov
8. Exploring Macromedia Flash 5 NCE329 - 12 sessions
Required Text: Macromedia Flash 5: Training from the SourceMacromedia
Flash is the professional standard for producing high-impact Web experiences. The focus is on creating animation for the World Wide Web. This course will guide students through the fundamentals of animation such as Flash drawing, story boarding, creating layers, key framing, character animation, and creating interactive animation. Mastering the use of these advanced features is considered the industry standard for web animators. By the end of the course, students will have a thorough understanding of Flash basics, plus the know-how to build Flash projects incorporating sound, interactivity, and engaging animations.
Section D: Th, Tu, W 6:00-9:00 pm, June 19, 24, 25, 26; July 8, 9, 10, 15, 16, 17, 22, 23, 2003
Fee: $575 - 10% discount University employees and students. To register go to SPD website at
http://www.stonybrook.edu/spd/career/registration.html
For questions call 632-7071
Submitted by: Frank Esposito/Prov
09. Research (Studies¸ Testing¸ etc...)
1. MRI Study of Flow in the Brain and Spine
Volunteers are needed to participate in an MRI study to investigate new methods for imaging flow patterns of blood and cerebrospinal fluid in the brain and spine. The goal of the study is understanding flow patterns in healthy individuals in order to compare these results with the abnormal flow patterns seen in individuals with diseases such as hydrocephalus and spinal cysts. For the current phase of studies, we are seeking healthy individuals with no previous history of head or spinal trauma, arachnoid or spinal cysts, hydrocephalus, brain tumors or any contraindication for an MRI exam.
The study will involve 1 hour of your time and be completely non-invasive. No injections will be given. There will be no monetary compensation for this study.
If interested, please contact Mark Wagshul, PhD at 4-9563, or mwagshul@notes.cc.sunysb.edu.
Submitted by: Mark Wagshul/UHMC
2. Clinical Trial for Osteoarthritis
Are you over the age of 45 and suffer from Osteoarthritis of the Hip and/or knee? Then maybe you would be interested in participating in a clinical trial. For more information call Maureen at 4-9034.
Submitted by: Maureen Hurst/UHMC
3. 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
4. Black Women and Breast Cancer: An Interview Study
Researchers at the Department of Psychology at Stony Brook University are interested in understanding the experiences of African American women who are survivors of breast cancer. Women between the ages of 35-70 are eligible. Interviewees will be remunerated for their participation. If interested, please contact Ms. Nasya Breach at (631) 216-0222 or nbreach@ic.sunysb.edu.
Submitted by: Anne Moyer/CAS
5. Elevated Lipids And Cholesteral Program
The Division of Wellness and Chronic Illness in the Department of Family Medicine will be conducting four, two-hour group visits for patients with elevated lipids and cholesterol.
Participants are examined and evaluated individually to assess cardiovascular risk, nutrition, exercise and stress levels as well as to determine if their lipid management is optimal. The group visits review factors that contribute to cardiovascular risk and increasing levels of lipids and insulin and addresses how they can be decreased with whole foods, exercise and stress reduction. Also reviewed are genetic influences, indications for medications, their side effects profile as well as the most current evidence-based information on supplements and vitamins.
The series is scheduled on consecutive Wednesdays, May 7, 14, 21, and 28 from 4:30 to 6:30 p.m. at 33 Research Way, Stony Brook Technology Park.
Most insurance plans are accepted with appropriate co-pay. To register, please call 631.444.9815
Submitted by: Marion Hollinger/UHMC
6. Acne Study
Do You Have Moderate Acne? Are you a woman between the ages of 16-45?
If so, you may qualify to participate in an acne research study. Free experimental oral medication & office visits. Subjects will be paid a nominal fee for each visit.
Where? Stony Brook Dermatology Associates, 181 Belle Mead Road, East Setauket, NY 11733. Call 631-444-4274 for details.
Submitted by: Jennifer Intravaia/UHMC
7. Tooth Whitening
Would you like to whiten your teeth? Are you 18 years or older? if so, you might qualify to participate in a tooth whitening research study. Please call (631)632-8740 for details.
Submitted by: Ling Xu/HSC
8. Are You Depressed? We Can Help!
The Department of Psychology at SUNY Stony Brook is conducting up to a 6 month clinical trial involving medication with all participants and the addition of psychotherapy with some. Must be willing to travel up to two times a week for up to 3 months to the site and be available late afternoons. If you have been feeling depressed (sad, down) most of the time for at least two years, you may be eligible to participate. All evaluations and treatments will be provided free of charge. If interested, please e-mail PsychDRC@notes.cc.sunysb.edu with your name, numbers, and the best times to reach you or call 631-632-6381 with the same and we will get back to you as soon as we can.
Submitted by: Laura Klein/CAS
9. Sarcopenia Study in the Elderly
Are you over 60 year of age and in reasonably good health. Then maybe you would be interested in participating in a research study. For more information, please contact Bernice Sealy at 631-444-3740.
Submitted by: Bernice Sealy/UHMC
10. Miscellaneous
1. Doctoral Dissertations this week
To view this week's Doctoral Dissertation defenses, please click on the URL below
http://www.grad.sunysb.edu/ddd/index.html
Submitted by: Ajay Gupta/GST
2. Department of Mechanical Engineering/CEAS
Department of Mechanical Engineering/CEAS/SUNY Stony Brook
Town Meeting - Wednesday, April 23 12:40PM (Campus Life Time) in 311 of SAC (Student Activities Center). We plan to discuss issues relating to the Mechanical Engineering curriculum. Majors and students considering an ME major, come and be heard!
Submitted by: Ann Berrios/CEAS
3. Free Lunch & Student Dialogues about Different Lifestyles!
Stony Brook students are invited to participate in a program on "Exploring Different Lifestyles," on Wednesday, April 23, from 12:30 - 2:00pm 9Campus Life Time) in the Colours Cafe (Lower Level, Stony Brook Union). There will be discussions about the lifestyles of people today (e.g., lifestyles of people with different sexual orientations, non-traditional family structures, adoption, and other types of relationships). Free lunch provided and small group discussions facilitaed by the Diversity Fellows, where students can share their experiences, perceptions, and perspectives. Diversity Fellows. The program promises to be educational and enjoyable. All are welcome. To register, contact Christine Frank at 2-4345 or via email to: Christine.Frank@stonybrook.edu. Funded by the Dialogues Across Differences Grant.
Submitted by: Cheryl Chambers/OSA
4. Ecology and Evolution Dissertation Defense
10:30a.m., Wednesday, April 23, 2003. Life Sciences Building, Room 038 "FITNESS TRADE-OFFS BETWEEN RESISTANCE TO HERBICIDE AND SUSCEPTIBILITY TO HERBIVOROUS INSECTS IN AMARANTHUS HYBRIDUS"
Aaron Gassmann, Department of Ecology and Evolution, SUNY at Stony Brook
9:45a.m., Thursday, April 24, 2003. Life Sciences Building, Room 038 "THE NATURE OF THE MUTUALISM BETWEEN AGAVE PALMERI AND ITS BAT POLLINATORS (LEPTONYCTERIS CURASOAE AND CHOERONYCTERIS MEXICANA) IN SOUTHEASTERN ARIZONA"
Katharine E. Hinman, Department of Ecology and Evolution, SUNY at Stony Brook
If you need a disability-related accommodation, please call: The Department of Ecology and Evolution at (631) 632-8600
Submitted by: Marilyn Pakarklis/CAS
5. Summer Job Expo
What are you doing this summer? Come meet employers and find a summer job. Wednesday, April 23, 2003 11am to 2pm SAC Ballroom A.
Open to Stony Brook Students only.
Attend the Career Center's How to Find a Summer Job workshop on 416/03 Wednesday, 1pm-2pm at the Career Center.
http://www.stonybrook.edu/career
Submitted by: Karen Clemente/OSA
6. HSC Job Fair May 1, 2003 from 3pm-6-pm HSC Galleria L-3
The 1st HSC Job Fair is sponsored by the Career Center and HSC Student Services Office. This Job Fair is open to undergraduate/graduate students and alumni who are seeking full-time employment and information about present and future job opportunities. To see a list of the companies go to our website.
http://www.stonybrook.edu/career
Submitted by: Karen Clemente/OSA
7. Need Help Selecting Summer Sessions Classes?
Visit the Summer Sessions booth at the Academic Advising Fair under the Big Top on the Academic Mall, Monday, April 21 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Or visit the Summer Sessions table at the Prime Time Major/Minor Fair, April 30, 12 Noon to 2 p.m., SAC Ballrooms A and B.
http://www.stonybrook.edu/summer
Submitted by: Megs Shea/Prov