Campus Announcements for the week of 11/10/2003
Table of Contents
01. Administrative (dept moves/closes, employee info, Admin announcements)
1. Blackboard will be unavailable Wednesday, November 12th from 8am-9am
2. Dependent Care Advantage Account and Health Care Spending Account 2004 open enrollment period - September 29 - November 12
3. New York State Health Benefit Option Transfer Period - Extension and Health Insurance Bi-Weekly Deduction Rates
4. Stony Brook's NCAA Self-Study of SBU Athletics Program - Report Summary Now Available; and Town Hall Meetings Scheduled
5. Ny State Flexible Spending Account (FSA) - 2004 Open Enrollment
6. Reminder: New Vendor For College Tuition Savings Program - State And Research Foundation Employees
7. Research Foundation Employees - Flexible Spending Account Open Enrollment Period
8. Direct Deposit
9. Research Foundation Employees - Health Insurance Open Enrollment Period
10. West Campus and HSC Employees - TIAA-CREF Financial Education Seminar, Adjusting Your Asset Allocation
11. New York State Employees Enrolled in the New York State Deferred Compensation (IRS 457) Plan - 2003 Changes
12. New York State Health Benefit Option Transfer Period
13. Are you Stony Brook Child Care Alumni? Know someone who is? Remember Toscanini, Benedict, Stage XII, Clark Center, SBCCSI?
14. New Street Names
15. Career Week
02. Hosp/HSC Admin Announcements
1. Great News
2. Building Healthcare Excellence - November 12, 2003
3. Introducing Dr. Marc J. Shapiro, Chief of General Surgery, Trauma, Surgical Critical Care, and Burns
4. Notice to State Employees regarding the Flex Spending Account Program - Deadline to enroll is November 12, 2003.
5. Notice to state employees - Information Fair on November 14th. Please share this information with your dept.
03. Workshops/Courses/Training (work related; HR, EAP, DoIT, etc...)
1. Workplace Violence: Supervisory Training for Safety and Awareness(HTNW03)- Training for Hospital Employees- in the HSC- 11/13/03 (9am-12pm)
2. Lawson Requistion Training (HTNW27)-for Hospital Employees in the MILC-HSC, Level 2,- 11/11, 11/20, 12/4, 12/17 (9-11am)
3. CELT TA Workshop: How to Use Office Hours Effectively - with Dr. Troy Wolfskill
4. Innovation in the Workplace (Conducted By: Dr. Paul Edelson, Dean, School of Professional Development)
5. Undergraduate Admissions Fall 2003 Open House Dates
04. Conferences/Seminars/Lectures
1. Topics in Oceanic and Atmospheric Sciences Seminar
2. HISB presents "Europe and the Gypsies" An Interdisciplinary Colloquium
3. Small Business Development Center and Brookhaven Chambers of Commerce Coalition presents: "Re-Employment or Self-Employment?" Employment Market & Opportunities
4. Oceans and Atmosphere Colloquium, November 14, 2003
5. AMS & Biomedical Engineering Joint Colloquium: Nov. 12, 2003
6. Ecology and Evolution Special Seminar
7. Ecology and Evolution Seminar
8. Lecture by: Drucilla Cornell, Rutgers University: Freedom, Capability, and Universality. Sponsored by Women's Studies and co-sponsored with Philosophy
9. Lecture on Chinese Cinema at Humanities Institute at Stony Brook on November 12 at 4:30pm
10. "Maintaining a Drug-Free Workplace" - How to recognize and prevent drug use in your place of business
11. Career Pathways in the Life Sciences Panel Discussion
12. Doctoral Defenses this week
13. Department of Physiology and Biophysics Seminar
14. A Conversation With Loni Ding, Wang Center Auditorium, Fri. 14 November 7 P.M.
15. Distinguished Lecture in Computer Science: Charles E. Leiserson
16. Chemistry This Week At Stony Brook
17. Grant Writing Workshop
18. Department of Asian and Asian-American Studies Colloquium Series: Coincidence and Destiny, the award-winning novelist, Monica Liu, Nov. 19th
05. Hosp/HSC Conferences/Seminars/Lectures
1. Department of Biochemistry & Cell Biology Seminar
06. Charitable (Habitat, Blood drives, Cats, etc...)
1. Neiman Marcus Fashion Presentation to benefit the Cody Center - Sunday, November 16th
2. Holiday Toy Drive
3. Babies' & Children's Memorial Garden Fund Raiser
4. University Hospital Auxiliary Poinsettia Fundraiser, Order by November 26; Plants available for pick-up, December 12
5. Volunteer Week
07. Entertainment (Sports, Movies, Events, etc...)
1. Science Fiction / Fantasy Authors - November 11 4:00 pm University Bookstore Atrium
2. Dr. Steve (The Dirtmeister) Tomecek visits Stony Brook University November 21 10:00 am - 12:00 noon SAC Auditorium
3. Stony Brook Basketball Teams Begin The 2003-04 Season
4. Campus Recreation Racquetball Tournament
5. Pitching and Hitting Clinics hosted by the Stony Brook Softball Team
6. University Club Bake Sale November 12, 2003 from 12:00 noon - 2:00 p.m.
7. University Orchestra To Present Concert On Tuesday, November 18 - 8 P.M. Staller Center Main Stage
8. Harvest Buffet at the University Club Friday, November 14 from 12:00 noon - 2:00 p.m.
9. Film Screening: Blue Fire. Nov. 19th, 7 p.m. The Wang Center Lecture Hall 1.
08. For-Pay Workshops/Courses (SPD, etc...)
1. Colds And Flu Workshop
2. Osteoporosis: An Integrative Approach To Prevention And Management
3. Revitalize/Enhance your office Computer skills.
09. Research (Studies, Testing, etc...)
1. Do you have Chronic Fatigue Syndrome?
2. Select - Selenium And Vitamin E Cancer Prevention Trial.
3. Seeking Volunteers - Men And Women 18 Years Of Age And Older With A Diagnosis Of HIV+ and/or AIDS.
4. Alzheimer's Disease Trial At SUNY Stony Brook.
5. Do You Have A Frozen Shoulder?
6. How Do You Manage Your Stress During Pregnancy?
7. Research Volunteers Wanted At The General Clinical Research Center, Stony Brook University Hospital.
8. Brookhaven National Labs(BNL) - Imaging Studies - 20Yrs+ Volunteers
9. Are you taking Cholestrol lowering medication?
10. Opportunity To Participate In A Research Study On Autism At The GCRC, University Hospital. Free IQ Score And MRI Scan
11. LIPITOR Efficacy in an Alternate Day Regimen (LEADR)
12. Are You Depressed? We Can Help!
10. Miscellaneous
1. United University Professions' General Membership Meeting
2. CSEA Local 614 HEALTH FAIR AT STONY BROOKS - Long Island State Veterans Home
3. Distinguished Alumni Awards Dinner
4. Gourmet Cocoa Amore at Seawolves MarketPlace
5. The University Club will be closed on the following days:
01. Administrative (dept moves/closes, employee info, Admin announcements)
1. Blackboard will be unavailable Wednesday, November 12th from 8am-9am
Stony Brook's Blackboard system will be down on Wednesday, November 12th, for about 1 hour (8am-9am). We have received a newer version of the software which will hopefully fix the grade book and other problems that instructors and students have been experiencing.
If the system will be down longer, we will post an announcement on the Instructional Computing website, to access that site, click on the optional link below.
http://www.sinc.sunysb.edu
Submitted by: Diana Voss/DoIT
2. Dependent Care Advantage Account and Health Care Spending Account 2004 open enrollment period - September 29 - November 12
The Flex Spending Account Program (Dependent Care Advantage Account and Health Care Spending Account) 2004 open enrollment period begins September 29, 2003 and ends at midnight on November 12, 2003. If you wish to participate in one or both of these programs for the 2004 calendar year, you must enroll no later than November 12, 2003. State employees who wish to enroll, must do so directly with the Flex Spending Account Program, not the Benefits Office.
This program allows state employees to avoid paying tax on child/elder care expenses and unreimbursed medical expenses. Enrollment is paperless. State employees may apply online by visiting the website www.flexspend.state.ny.us. For more information visit the website or call the Flex Spending Account Hotline at 1-800-358-7202.
http://www.flexspend.state.ny.us
Submitted by: Cassandra Moore/UHMC
3. New York State Health Benefit Option Transfer Period - Extension and Health Insurance Bi-Weekly Deduction Rates
The STATE Health Benefit Option Transfer Period allows you to change your health insurance option for the new year. The 2003 transfer period began on November 1 and has been extended to December 12. The Division of Employee Benefits in Albany will send premium information to your home address shortly. 2004 Bi-Weekly Deduction Rates are as follows: Empire Plan, Individual $17.74, Family $72.79; Vytra, Individual $21.66, Family $118.55; HIP Individual $14.49, Family $71.50; Aetna, Individual $45.86, Family $152.93; Empire HMO, Individual $16.42, Family $99.96. 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
4. 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
5. Ny State Flexible Spending Account (FSA) - 2004 Open Enrollment
The NY STATE FSA 2004 Open Enrollment period is September 29, 2003, to November 12, 2003. This program helps STATE employees save money when paying for health or dependent care expenses. A paperless enrollment makes it easy for employees to apply online or through a toll-free number. Employees may obtain enrollment information or request an enrollment book online at
http://www.flexspend.state.ny.us
or call the FSA Hotline at 1-800-358-7202. Employees currently enrolled in the FSA must re-enroll if they wish to continue their contributions in 2004. They will receive re-enrollment instructions directly from Fringe Benefits Management Company. Visit the HRS (West Campus and HSC) web site at
http://www.stonybrook.edu/hr
, News and Events.
Submitted by: Alexis Swiatkowski/Admin
6. 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
7. 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
8. Direct Deposit
Direct Deposit is a smart way to get paid. It is safe, convenient, and saves you time.
Sign up today! It's quick and easy.
Information is available online at
http://www.stonybrook.edu/hr
, or visit the Human Resource Services office located at 390 Administration Building. Office Hours: Monday - Friday, 8:30 to 5:00.
http://www.stonybrook.edu/hr
Submitted by: Luis De Onis/Admin
9. 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
10. 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
11. 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
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Submitted by: Alexis Swiatkowski/Admin
12. 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 began 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
13. Are you Stony Brook Child Care Alumni? Know someone who is? Remember Toscanini, Benedict, Stage XII, Clark Center, SBCCSI?
Child Care on the campus of Stony Brook University has evolved, grown and moved several times since the small parent co-ops of the 1960's. Still parent friendly and child centered, we are looking to locate old families and friends who can share their history, photos and experiences with us, and with everyone who has joined us in the new home we moved into on South Drive in September of 2001.
Please contact Denise Masone at 631 632 6930 or dmasone@notes.cc.sunysb.edu
Visit our website at www.stonybrook.edu/sb/childcare/
http://www.stonybrook.edu/sb/childcare/
Submitted by: Denise Masone/Affl
14. New Street Names
You may have noticed the campus has new street names! For a list of old and new names as well as an updated campus map, go to www.parking.stonybrook.edu
http://www.parking.stonybrook.edu
Submitted by: Theresa Kist/Admin
15. Career Week
Join us to network with and hear from practicing professionals in a variety of fields! CAREER PATHS IN THE LIFE SCIENCES- Monday, November 10, 5-7pm Location:SAC 305 CAREER PATHS IN ENGINEERING - Tuesday, November 11, 5-7pm Location:SAC305 CAREER PATHS IN THE ENVIRONMENT, Wednesday, November 12, 5-7pm Location:SAC 305 CAREER PATHS IN THE ARTS & HUMANITIES - November 13, 5-7pm Location:SAC 302
http://www.stonybrook.edu/career
Submitted by: Karen Clemente/OSA
02. Hosp/HSC Admin Announcements
1. Great News
The University Uospital Department of Laboratories, patient service center (satellite lab) has relocated to 3 Technology Dr. Suite 600. Our grand re-opening date will be Wednesday November 19,2003. Our hours of operation are Monday from 7am to 7pm and Tuesday-Friday from 8:30am to 5:oopm. For more information please call (631) 444-4033. We'd like thank all our clients and staff for their patience and understanding during our relocation.
Submitted by: Laura Fuoco/UHMC
2. 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
3. Introducing Dr. Marc J. Shapiro, Chief of General Surgery, Trauma, Surgical Critical Care, and Burns
The Department of Surgery is very pleased to announce that Marc J. Shapiro, MD, has joined our faculty as professor of surgery and anesthesiology and chief of general surgery, trauma, surgical critical care, and burns. He comes to Stony Brook from St. Louis University where he served as director of trauma surgery and surgical critical care, as well as assistant director of the emergency department.
http://www.upsb.org/xq/asp/code.1304/qx/html_patient/physician.htm
Submitted by: Andrew Toga/CPMP
4. Notice to State Employees regarding the Flex Spending Account Program - Deadline to enroll is November 12, 2003.
The deadline to enroll in the Flex Spending Account Program (Dependent Care Advantage Account/Health Care Spending Account) for the 2004 plan year is November 12, 2003. If you wish to avoid paying tax on money you spend for dependent/elder care or unreimbursed medical expenses, don't miss this opportunity. For more information contact the Flex Spending Account Program at 1-800-358-7202 or visit the website www.flexspend.state.ny.us.
http://www.flexspend.state.ny.us
Submitted by: Cassandra Moore/UHMC
5. Notice to state employees - Information Fair on November 14th. Please share this information with your dept.
On Friday, November 14, 2003 from 2:30 pm to 4:00 pm - Information/Health Benefits Fair for PEF, UUP, and M/C employees. Come visit the health insurance carriers, the N.Y.S. Deferred Compensation, Savings Bond Program, TIAA-CREF and Benefits Office Representatives.
CSEA employees may visit the Information Fair sponsored by CSEA from 10:30 am to 2:30 pm in the HSC Galleria on Friday, November 14, 2003. Watch for CSEA's advertisement regarding the Information Fair.
Hope to see you there! Please share this information
Submitted by: Cassandra Moore/UHMC
03. Workshops/Courses/Training (work related; HR, EAP, DoIT, etc...)
1. 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
2. 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
3. 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
4. Innovation in the Workplace (Conducted By: Dr. Paul Edelson, Dean, School of Professional Development)
This new workshop addresses how leaders can develop and introduce innovations at work.
Date: Thursday, November 13 2003 Time: 10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
To Register: Contact Denise Gross @2-4501
http://www.stonybrook.edu/hr/training
Submitted by: Cindy Brodsky/Admin
5. Undergraduate Admissions Fall 2003 Open House Dates
Undergraduate Admissions is holding two Open Houses for the Fall 2003 semester. The first will take place on Saturday, November 15 and is intended for those students interested in majors offered through the College of Arts and Sciences. The second will be held on Saturday, November 22 and will provide information to those interested in Engineering & Computer Science majors, Business majors, or majors offered through the Health Sciences Center. Both events are to be held in the Student Activities Center beginning at 10:00 AM. For further information about Open House or to register for a program, please visit our website at
http://www.stonybrook.edu/ugadmissions/openhouse/
or contact our office at 632-6859.
Submitted by: Valerie Regan/Prov
04. Conferences/Seminars/Lectures
1. Topics in Oceanic and Atmospheric Sciences Seminar
Dr. John Wilkin from the Institute of Marine and Coastal Sciences, Rutgers University, will present a seminar entitled, "The Summertime Heat Budget of Southern New England Shelf Waters" at 11:30 a.m. on Wednesday, November 12. 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
2. 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
http://www.sunysb.edu/humanities/indexpagelinks/fall2003.htm
Submitted by: Adrienne Unger/CAS
3. 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
4. Oceans and Atmosphere Colloquium, November 14, 2003
Dr. Russell Cuhel from the University of Wisconsin, will present a seminar on "Microbiogeochemical ecophysiology of freshwater hydrothermal vents at Yellowstone Lake, WY" at 12:30pm on November 14, 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
5. 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
6. Ecology and Evolution Special Seminar
1:30p.m., Thursday, November 13, 2003, Life Sciences Building, Room 038
"IS A THEORY OF ADAPTATION POSSIBLE?"
Dr. H. Allen Orr, Department of Biology, University of Rochester
Host: E & E Graduate Students
If you need a disability-related accommodation, please call: The Department of Ecology and Evolution at (631) 632-8600
Submitted by: Marilyn Pakarklis/CAS
7. Ecology and Evolution Seminar
3:30p.m., Wednesday, November 12, 2003, Life Sciences Building, Room 038
"THE GENETICS OF SPECIATION IN DROSOPHILA"
Dr. H. Allen Orr, Department of Biology, University of Rochester
Host: E & E Graduate Students
If you need a disability-related accommodation, please call: The Department of Ecology and Evolution at (631) 632-8600
Submitted by: Marilyn Pakarklis/CAS
8. Lecture by: Drucilla Cornell, Rutgers University: Freedom, Capability, and Universality. Sponsored by Women's Studies and co-sponsored with Philosophy
Thursday, November 13, 5:00 PM, Women's Studies Colloquium Center, Old Chem, 118, Reception to follow.
This lecture engages the path breaking work of Amartyra Sen who has defended the idea of development as freedom and seeks to show how we might further the idea of freedom against Martha Nussbaum's defense of the capabilities approach as the basis for human rights.
Submitted by: Colleen Wallahora/CAS
9. Lecture on Chinese Cinema at Humanities Institute at Stony Brook on November 12 at 4:30pm
Robert Chi, Assistant Professor in Comparative Studies at SBU will present his talk "The Greatest 'Shaw' on Earth: Remapping Chinese Cinemas" on Wednesday, November 12, 2003 at 4:30pm at HISB, Room E4340 in the Melville Library. His lecture will focus on three major problems currently facing Chinese cinema studies by making a comparative analysis of cinematic versions of the story of Liang Shanbo and Zhu Yingtai. To date there have been almost 20 film versions of the Liang-Zhu story, by far the most famous of which is the Shaw Brothers' 1963 film. Chi will discuss the problems of modernity, tradition, nation, and period, as well as the relatedness of cinema to other cultural forms. Chi will also discuss the interactions across one of modern China's more substantive particularities: its fracturing into several entities with different relations to nationhood and thus different kinds of border troubles. Questions? Call HISB at 631-632-7765.
http://www.sunysb.edu/humanities
Submitted by: Adrienne Unger/CAS
10. "Maintaining a Drug-Free Workplace" - How to recognize and prevent drug use in your place of business
"Maintaining a Drug-Free Workplace" a FREE video presentation - will be shown on November 21, 2003 - 9:30 AM - 11:00 AM, at The Small Business Development Center offices, room 109 Harriman Hall, on the campus of SUNY Stony Brook. The speakers are consultants to the New York State, Detroit and Los Angeles Police Departments now in a private consulting business. Call for info or to register - Leslie @ 631-632-9070.
Submitted by: Ronni Rosen/CEAS
11. Career Pathways in the Life Sciences Panel Discussion
Monday, November 10th, 5pm- 7 pm. Student Activities Center Room 305. The Center for Biotechnology and the Career Center at Stony Brook University are hosting a panel discussion aimed at introducing students to the diverse and exciting career opportunities available in the bioscience industry. An invitation is extended to all undergraduates and graduate students in the life sciences to attend this event.
Key industry representatives from various sectors of the bioscience industry will present an insider look at their own personal careers and provide backgrounds on their roles, responsibilities and career growth potential in their area of specialization. This is a rare opportunity for students to engage in a productive dialogue with industry leaders about realistic career goals, aspirations and their future after graduation. Details can be found on
http://www.biotech.sunysb.edu/news/index.html.Online
pre-registration is required to reserve your space:
http://www.acteva.com//booking.cfm?binid=1&bevaID=56866
Submitted by: Angeline Judex/CEAS
12. Doctoral Defenses this week
Please click on the URL below to see this week's Doctoral Defenses
http://www.grad.sunysb.edu/ddd/index.html
Submitted by: Yordanos Beyene/GST
13. Department of Physiology and Biophysics Seminar
Wednesday, November 12, 2003 at 12 noon
"Role of CD36 Genetic Variability in the Metabolic Syndrome"
Dr. Alessandro Doria, Joslin Diabetes Center, Harvard Medical School
BST, T-5, Room 140
Host: Dr. Nada Abumrad
Submitted by: Robin Green/UHMC
14. A Conversation With Loni Ding, Wang Center Auditorium, Fri. 14 November 7 P.M.
Come join the conversation with award-winning documentary filmmaker Loni Ding, whose history-making documentaries influence the landmark 1988 Civil Liberites Act. The interview will be illsutrated with power film clips with surprise footage about Iraq. Sponsored by the Asian American Center, Wang Center.
Come earlier for Asian Cuisine with the Asian American Faculty Staff Association. Light refreshments after the event by the Community Service Learning Center and the Office of Diversity and Affirmative Action.
Submitted by: Gary Mar/CAS
15. Distinguished Lecture in Computer Science: Charles E. Leiserson
The Computer Science Department welcomes everyone to its Distinguished Lecture Series, sponsored by Citigroup, the Center of Excellence in Wireless and Information Technology, and the Provost's office.
Professor Charles E. Leiserson (MIT) will speak about "Cache-Oblivious Algorithms" at 2:00pm on Friday, November 14 in Computer Science 2311.
Prof. Leiserson's research centers on developing theoretical principles of parallel and distributed computing, especially as they relate to engineering reality. He pioneered the development of VLSI theory and co-authored the first paper on systolic architectures. While at Thinking Machines Corporation, he designed and led the implementation of the network architecture for the Connection Machine CM-5 Supercomputer, which incorporates the fat-tree interconnection network he developed at MIT. He and his research group designed and implemented parallel chess-playing programs that have won numerous prizes in international competition. He co-authored the leading textbook on computer algorithms.
http://www.cs.sunysb.edu/events/DLseries/
Submitted by: Scott Stoller/CEAS
16. Chemistry This Week At Stony Brook
Virgil Percec, P. Roy Vagelos Chair and Professor of Chemistry at the University of Pennsylvania, will deliver a Departmental Colloquium on Friday 11/14/03 in Room 412 of the Graduate Chemistry Building, entitleld "Self-Assembling Dendrons as Biological Mimics." The reception is at 3:45 PM, followed by the seminar at 4:00 PM. The host of the event is Prof. Ben Hsiao.
http://www.sunysb.edu/chemistry
Submitted by: Doreen Aveni/CAS
17. Grant Writing Workshop
Spend an hour and learn what a grant is, how to find grant opportunities, how to prepare the proposal, understand reviewer scores and learn from the review. A light lunch is provided!
Presented by: Martin Schoonen, Associate Vice President for Research
Peter Saal, Research Resource Center
Session GR01: Wednesday, 12:45-2 p.m., November 12, 2003, SB Union 236
Please call Linda Goodman at 2-9961 to register, or email her at lgoodman@notes.cc.sunysb.edu. More programs offered! Visit our website for more information.
http://http://www.stonybrook.edu/research/new/seminar.html
Submitted by: Kristina Duryea/Res
18. Department of Asian and Asian-American Studies Colloquium Series: Coincidence and Destiny, the award-winning novelist, Monica Liu, Nov. 19th
The Department of Asian and Asian-American Studies and the Charles B. Wang Center present a lecture by Monica Liu (12:45 p.m.-2 p.m.) and a free film screening of "Blue Fire" (7 p.m.-9 p.m.) on Wednesday, 11/19, at the Wang Center Lecture Hall 1. Free admission/ Open to public.
Monica Liu is the author of The Man Who Understands Women Better than a Woman (1998), Learn to Live by Visiting New York (2000), the award-winning Sensational New York (2000), Put the World in a Suitcase (2001), Pennies for Peace (2002), etc. Her novel Blue Fire (2000), winner of the 10th Annual L.A. Writers Association Literary Award, was adapted into an English-language film by award-winning director, Chia-Hui Gao, featured at the 25th Asian American International Film Festival in 2002 and selected by Cinewomen NY for the Anthology Film Archives. For details, contact Eriko Sato (2-9477).
Submitted by: Eriko Sato/CAS
05. Hosp/HSC Conferences/Seminars/Lectures
1. Department of Biochemistry & Cell Biology Seminar
Dr. Randal Kaufman from University of Michigan will be holding a seminar entitled, "The Physiological Role of the Unfolded Protein Response" on Thursday, Nov. 20, 2003 in the Life Sciences Building, Room 038 at 4:00 p.m.
Hosted by Dr. William J. Lennarz
Submitted by: Lizandia Perez/CAS
06. Charitable (Habitat, Blood drives, Cats, etc...)
1. Neiman Marcus Fashion Presentation to benefit the Cody Center - Sunday, November 16th
Neiman Marcus of White Plains and Stony Brook University are teaming up in a unique fund-raising event to benefit the Matt and Debra Cody Center for Autism and Developmental Disabilities with the 1st Annual Fashion Event on Sunday, November 16th.
Participants will be chauffeured from the University to Neiman Marcus in White Plains for a morning of exclusive shopping that will be highlighted by a fashion presentation featuring professional models and clothing from the world's top designers.
VIP tickets are $500 and include a VIP reception, an opportunity to shop before the store opens to the general public, eligibility in a drawing for a $500 gift card, champagne brunch and Neiman Marcus gift bag. General admission tickets are $200 and include champagne brunch, the drawing and the gift bag.
For more information or to purchase tickets call 4-2899.
Submitted by: Margaret Melzer/HSC
2. Holiday Toy Drive
Unfortunately, due to the economic downturn and its debilitating effect on direct service agencies, campus members must be getting innundated with requests thus diluting the effect of our Holiday Gift Program appeal. We now have over 4000 kids on the list and only 400 respondents. So, I'm giving up the idea of requesting clothing and toys for specific children and just asking people to buy toys for children in the 3 to 12 year old range. This way we may be able to make certain that each child receives 1 large and 2 small items for Christmas. Kids like the toys better anyway. If you would be interested in supporting this program, please e-mail mbell@notes.cc.sunysb.edu for information. As always, thanks for your support.
Submitted by: Maryann Bell/CAS
3. Babies' & Children's Memorial Garden Fund Raiser
Please stop by the Level 5 tables- around the corner from the cafeteria- on Wednesday November 19, 2003 beween 11 am- 2 pm to support the Babies' & Children's Memorial Garden. We will be selling raffle tickets for the following items: Beautiful hand painted stones (donated by the Decorative Artists of Long Island) and some lovely wreaths and assorted items (donated by Karen Faiella). The proceeds from the raffle sale will support the garden.
http://www.stonybrookhospital.com/cmgarden
Submitted by: Kathleen Southerton/UHMC
4. University Hospital Auxiliary Poinsettia Fundraiser, Order by November 26; Plants available for pick-up, December 12
This year our plants promise to be beautiful and vibrant in color. By ordering your holiday plants from us, not only are you assured of exceptional plants, but you will be supporting our fund-raising efforts on behalf of our patients at University Hospital.
POINSETTIA ORDER FORM:
Number of plants ordered ______ $10 per plant.
Pick up time on December 12: 10 - 4 at the HSC Galleria, Level 3 or 10-2 at Tech Park Cafeteria, 31 Research Way.
Please either mail or bring this order form, with check made payable to University Hospital Auxiliary, to Level 2, Room 617, Z = 7020.
Submitted by: Patricia O'Brien/UHMC
5. Volunteer Week
Monday, November 17th through Thursday, November 20th the Senior Class Committee is having a dorm storm and food stations in the Union dining facility. We are asking everyone, including the residents, to donate any clothes (in good condition), as well as non-perishable (canned)goods. Have a good heart and try to contribute. The Senior Class Committee thanks you in advance for your generosity.
Submitted by: Santo Albano/FSA
07. Entertainment (Sports, Movies, Events, etc...)
1. 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
2. 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
3. Stony Brook Basketball Teams Begin The 2003-04 Season
Men's basketball season opener hits the arena Friday, November 21st at 7 pm as they take on Dartmouth. Later this month, the Seawolves battle Utah Sunday, November 23rd and St.John's University Saturday, November 29th in the arena.
Don't forget to check out women's basketball as it opens the season against St. Bonaventure Saturday, November 22nd at 2 pm at the arena. Tickets are on sale now, call 632-WOLF and get yours today.
Submitted by: Malica Jibowu/GST
4. Campus Recreation Racquetball Tournament
The Department of Campus Recreation will be hosting a one-day racquetball tournament on Wednesday, November 19th @ 7:00pm on the racquetball courts in the Pritchard Gym. This free tournament is open to all students/faculty/staff and Graduate Students. For more information, please contact the Department of Campus Recreation at 632-7168
http://studentaffairs.stonybrook.edu/rec/
Submitted by: Marie Turchiano/CAS
5. Pitching and Hitting Clinics hosted by the Stony Brook Softball Team
The Stony Brook Softball Team is hosting two December clinics. The Pitching clinic is December 6th, 10-12pm and the Hitting clinic is December 13th, 10-12pm. Both will be held in the small section of the Pritchard Gymnasium. The cost is $60.00 per clinic. If you sign up for both, take $20.00 off the total price. All girls ages 9-17 are welcome.
To register, please visit the link below.
http://www.fansonly.com/auto_pdf/p_hotos/s_chools/ston/sports/w-softbl/auto_pdf/03-winter-clinic
Submitted by: Jaime Wallin/Pres
6. University Club Bake Sale November 12, 2003 from 12:00 noon - 2:00 p.m.
Enjoy lunch at the University Club and purchase a variety of delicious pastry items prepared by Chef Lorraine!
For reservations, please call Lana at 632-7069.
Located on the second floor of the Chemistry Building.
http://www.campusdining.org
Submitted by: Angela Agnello/FSA
7. University Orchestra To Present Concert On Tuesday, November 18 - 8 P.M. Staller Center Main Stage
UNIVERSITY ORCHESTRA TO PRESENT CONCERT ON TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 18 at Staller Center, Main Stage at 8 p.m.
Susan Deaver, Music Director & Conductor. Guest Artists are the SUNY HORN QUARTET in their solo debut with the University Orchestra - Renee Holland, Ginger Lai, Luiza Raab and Sharon Weyser, horns. Program will include Glazonov: March, Schumann: Konzertstucke for 4 Horns and Orchestra and Shostakovich: Symphony No. 5.
Ticket prices are $8 and $4 for Students and Seniors. Tickets may be purchased at the box office prior to the concert. For further information about the University Orchestra call the Department of Music at SUNY Stony Brook at (631) 632-7330 or visit the website at www.sunysb.edu/music.
http://www.sunysb/edu/music
Submitted by: Susan Deaver/CAS
8. Harvest Buffet at the University Club Friday, November 14 from 12:00 noon - 2:00 p.m.
To view the menu, go to
http://www.campusdining.org/images/event_images/event-139.jpg
For reservations, please call Lana at 632-7069.
Submitted by: Angela Agnello/FSA
9. Film Screening: Blue Fire. Nov. 19th, 7 p.m. The Wang Center Lecture Hall 1.
The Department of Asian and Asian-American Studies and the Charles B. Wang Center present a lecture by Monica Liu (12:45 p.m.-2 p.m.) and a free film screening of "Blue Fire" (7 p.m.-9 p.m.) on Wednesday, 11/19, at the Wang Center Lecture Hall 1. Free admission/ Open to public.
Monica Liu is the author of The Man Who Understands Women Better than a Woman (1998), Learn to Live by Visiting New York (2000), the award-winning Sensational New York (2000), Put the World in a Suitcase (2001), Pennies for Peace (2002), etc. Her novel Blue Fire (2000), winner of the 10th Annual L.A. Writers Association Literary Award, was adapted into an English-language film by award-winning director, Chia-Hui Gao, featured at the 25th Asian American International Film Festival in 2002 and selected by Cinewomen NY for the Anthology Film Archives. For details, contact Eriko Sato (2-9477).
Submitted by: Eriko Sato/CAS
08. For-Pay Workshops/Courses (SPD, etc...)
1. 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
2. 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
3. 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
09. Research (Studies, Testing, etc...)
1. 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
Submitted by: Adnan Rangwala/UHMC
2. 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.
Submitted by: Adnan Rangwala/UHMC
3. 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.
Submitted by: Adnan Rangwala/UHMC
4. 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
Submitted by: Adnan Rangwala/UHMC
5. 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, for more information.
Submitted by: Adnan Rangwala/UHMC
6. How Do You Manage Your Stress During Pregnancy?
Research Study at the General Clinical Research Center, University Hospital.
If you are in the first or second trimester of pregnancy, 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 for more information.
Submitted by: Adnan Rangwala/UHMC
7. Research Volunteers Wanted At The General Clinical Research Center, Stony Brook University 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.
Submitted by: Adnan Rangwala/UHMC
8. Brookhaven National Labs(BNL) - Imaging Studies - 20Yrs+ 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.
Call 1-888-352-7380 for more information.
Submitted by: Adnan Rangwala/UHMC
9. Are you taking Cholestrol lowering medication?
Patients being treated with cholestrol lowering medications (Statins) with complaints of muscle pain or weakness or stable, low grade CPK elevation are eligible to participate in a research study to determine the benefits of "COENZYME Q-10"
For further information contact, Dr. Patricia Kelly, DO at 4-2017.
Call 1-888-352-7380 for more information.
Submitted by: Adnan Rangwala/UHMC
10. Opportunity To Participate In A Research Study On Autism At The GCRC, University Hospital. Free IQ Score And MRI Scan
The CODY Center is currently recruiting participants ages 6-18 with a diagnosis of Autism Spectrum Disorder, who are not on medication, to participate in a neuroimaging study.
The children in the study will participate in three sessions, over a time frame of about three to six months, each session lasting about 60 minutes. During the first session and the third session, pictures of the brain will be taken using a device called MRI. There are no contrast or radioactive agents, sedation or other injections required for the study. During the second session the children in the study will meet with a neuropsychologist who will interview them and ask them to perform specific tasks, in order to evaluate their language and thinking process.
If you are interested in participating or wish to learn more about the study please contact: Allen Azizian 631) 632-3074 aazizian@ic.sunysb.edu
Submitted by: Adnan Rangwala/UHMC
11. LIPITOR Efficacy in an Alternate Day Regimen (LEADR)
Alternate Day Atorvastatin may be effective in reducing LDL Cholestrol and therefore may be more cost effective.
Call Dr Patty Kelly, DO at 444-2017 to participate.
Submitted by: Adnan Rangwala/UHMC
12. Are You Depressed? We Can Help!
The Department of Psychology at Stony Brook University 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/early evenings. 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. All information will be kept strictly confidential.
Submitted by: Laura Klein/CAS
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. CSEA Local 614 HEALTH FAIR AT STONY BROOKS - Long Island State Veterans Home
Informational Health Fair - 11/13/2003 6:00 am - 11:00 am, Multipurpose Room LIVH.
For More Information Please contact Carol Low 444-8771
Hope to see you there!
Submitted by: Mildred Thurston/OSA
3. Distinguished Alumni Awards Dinner
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: Yasemin Tansel/HSC
4. Gourmet Cocoa Amore at Seawolves MarketPlace
New Cocoa Amore gourmet hot chocolate in nine flavors $1.50 prepared in store with whipped cream optional. Cheese filled and regular jumbo soft and warm NY pretzels $1.50. New seasonal gifts and logo items make ideal holiday presents. See you at Seawolves MarketPlace.
Submitted by: Madeline Gifford/FSA
5. The University Club will be closed on the following days:
Tuesday, November 11 (Veteran's Day)
Tuesday-Friday, November 25-28 (Thanksgiving Week)
Submitted by: Angela Agnello/FSA