Campus Announcements for the week of 02/03/2003
Table of Contents
1. Register Now for Stony Brook Day in Albany - February 25, 2003
2. Defensive Driving Program offered for UUP employees and their immediate family members.
3. Old Library Catalog Is Retired
4. Melville Library Tours
5. Workshop on New Library Catalog-STARS-and Databases
6. Taking Meeting Minutes (Presented by HRS, Training & Organizational Development)
7. EAP Lunchtime Learning, Lunch Provided Personal Money Management, Part I
8. Deadline for President's Awards and Presidential Mini-Grants
9. Tape Tours of Library Now Available
10. Computer Training Advanced Microsoft Word: Module III NCE316.3 - 2 sessions Section B: M, 6:00-9:00 pm, Feb. 11, 18, 2003
11. Computer Training Introduction to Microsoft Word NCE316 5 sessions Tu, 1:00-4:00 pm Feb. 25; Mar. 4, 11, 18, 25, 2003
12. Use or Abuse-How to Help Someone Who is in Denial EAP Lunchtime Learning - Lunch Provided
13. West Campus & HSC Departments and Employees Should Visit the Human Resource Services Web Site - Benefits Page
14. All employees - keep your paystubs.
15. Special Paper Promotion Stock Up and Save on Select Copy Paper
16. West Campus & HSC STATE Employees - View Your Personal Benefits Record Through the Solar System
17. Department of Biochemistry & Cell Biology Seminar
18. Chemistry Research Day - A celebration of research at Stony Brook Friday, February 14 in the SAC
19. The Family Violence Education and Research Center February Colloquia
20. The Family Violence Education and Research Center Spring 2003 Colloquia/Workshop
21. Heart Health Lecture "The Minority Report"
22. Topics in Atmospheric and Oceanic Sciences Seminar, 2/5/03
23. Writing and Healing:an informal reading by creative writers from the health sciences and beyond...
24. David Patterson's Distinguished Lecture in Computer Science
25. Save the Date: February 12 - Ellis Cose, Presidential Lecturer
26. Disability, Diversity and Community
27. Agenda for University Senate meeting on February 3rd at 3:30 p.m. in SAC 302
28. Topics in Atmospheric and Oceanic Sciences Seminar, Feb. 4, 2003
29. ***Note Change in Day & Time*** Department of Neurobiology & Behavior
30. The Humanities Institute at Stony Brook Presents Distinguished Visiting Lecturer Judith Halberstam
31. Oceans and Atmosphere Colloquium, February 7, 2003
32. Ecology and Evolution Seminar
33. Adorable cats available for adoption.
34. Computer Training GIF Animator for Web Sites
35. Used Book and Records Sale!
36. Three Author Readings & Book Signings on February 20, 2003 from 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm Javits Room, Library
37. Summer Camp at Stony Brook 632-4550
38. Osteoporosis Prevention And Management Series
39. 2003 Aerobics Schedule
40. Attention All Opera Music Fans and Those Wanting an Introduction to the World of Opera - Grand Opera Sale!
41. SAVE THE DATE - February 7th 7:30 pm, SAC Auditorium An Evening of Poetry with Robert Bly
42. Computer Training Adobe Illustrator NCE322B - 12 sessions Saturdays 9:00-12:00pm Starting Feb. 22, 2003
43. Computer Training Macromedia Dreamweaver 4.0 NCE328B - 6:00-9:00 pm, Feb. 24, 26; March 3, 5, 10 and 12, 2003
44. Computer Training QuarkXPress NCE320C 6:00-9:00 pm, Feb. 27; March 4, 6, 11, 13, 18, 20 and 25, 2003
45. Men's Basketball Hosts Vermont Saturday At 2:00
46. Women's Career Luncheon - February 6th, 12:00 Noon, Student Union Ballroom
47. Summer 2003 Class Schedule Now Available on Web
48. Free taste samples
49. Union Craft Center Opens for Spring 2003 offering Non-Credit Classes in Arts & Crafts & Leisure, call 632-6822.
50. Deadline Feb. 4th - Team Trivia Contest
51. SELECT - Prostate Cancer Prevention Trial
52. A toothpaste study to evaluate a toothpaste designed to prevent tooth surface staining
53. Black Women and Breast Cancer: An Interview Study
54. Diabetes and Periodontal (Gum) Disease
55. Doctoral Defenses This week
56. International Undergraduate Students!
57. All International Students!
58. All non-international students. Parttime/full time; undergrads and grad students!
59. Transfer Students!
60. Networking Breakfast: "Trends and Challenges in Workforce Recruitment, Retention and Regional Development
61. 2nd Annual Life Sciences Industry Career Development Conference - Exploring the Diversity of New York's Life Sciences Industry.
62. CELT Workshop: Why Does a Graduate Student Need a Resume? - Lunch Provided
1. Register Now for Stony Brook Day in Albany - February 25, 2003
On February 25, Stony Brook students, faculty, staff and alumni will journey up to our State Capital for the best road trip of the year. It's Stony Brook Day in Albany, and we want you to come.
You'll get a chance to celebrate Stony Brook - to let your legislators know what the University means to you - and we'll show our State representatives how much their support means to us. You'll have a chance to meet people from all parts of the campus and experience firsthand how our government works.
There's even an end of day celebration. Register on-line at
http://www.stonybrook.edu/albany
.
DON'T MISS THE BUS!
Submitted by: Karen Keeley/UAff
2. Defensive Driving Program offered for UUP employees and their immediate family members.
A NYSUT sponsored Defensive Driving program is being offered on Saturday, March 8, 2003 from 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM in the Stony Brook Union Room 237 for all UUP employees and their immediate family members. Cost is $25.00 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 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM. Contact Corinne at Ext. 2-6570 for more information.
Submitted by: Corinne Burns/Affl
3. Old Library Catalog Is Retired
Beginning December 20, the Library's old STARS catalog(the telnet version with the black screen) will no longer be available.
Bookmarks to this site will not function. All catalog users will now use the new web-based catalog that debuted in the spring, and is available from the Library Home Page (www.stonybrook.edu/library/). The new STARS can be viewed with Windows 95 (or higher) using the Microsoft Internet Explorer 5 (or higher) or Netscape 4.7 (or higher) browser.
Submitted by: Paul Wiener/Lib
4. Melville Library Tours
Come to the Melville Library to learn of the many resources and services it offers. New students, faculty, and staff are welcome to drop in for a tour. No sign-up necessary. Tours begin at the Central Reading Room, First Floor of Melville Library.
Tuesday, Thursday, February 6, 6 pm
Call 632-7110 for information. See you at the Library!
http://www.sunysb.edu/library/opensessions.html
Submitted by: Janet Clarke/Lib
5. Workshop on New Library Catalog-STARS-and Databases
Learn how easy it is to use the new web-based library catalog, STARS! Find out how to view your personal borrower information, renew books online, and search the catalog like you've never done before! While you're here, try out one of over 500 databases. New students and faculty especially welcome.
Thursday, February 6, 5 pm, Wednesday, February 12, 12:40 pm
Sessions are approximately 45 minutes; no sign-up necessary. Library Computer Classroom A, Central Reading Room, First Floor of Melville Library. Call 632-7110 for information. See you at the Library!
http://www.sunysb.edu/library/opensessions.html
Submitted by: Janet Clarke/Lib
6. Taking Meeting Minutes (Presented by HRS, Training & Organizational Development)
Is part of your responsibility to take the minutes during meetings? If so, this class is for your. This interactive workshop will help you:
* Identify what efficient meeting minutes are
* Understand the importance of proper note taking
* Correctly record, type and distribute meeting minutes.
DATE: FEBRUARY 14, 2003 TIME: 10:00-12:00
To Register: Contact Denise Gross @ 2-4501 or click on the website below.
http://www.stonybrook.edu/hr/training
Submitted by: Cindy Brodsky/Admin
7. EAP Lunchtime Learning, Lunch Provided Personal Money Management, Part I
Through a series of Action Steps, you'll learn ways to organize your finances and make wise decisions about your financial future. None of the action steps require any prior expertise or experience with money. All that's required is your willingness to (1) set some goals, (2) collect and record information and (3) take one small step after another to accomplish them. Once you know where you want to go with your money (your goals) and where you are now (your records), you'll be ready to plan the future of your finances.
Date: February 11, 2003 (Part II will be held 2/25/03 and Part III will be held 3/4/03)
Time: 12:00-1:30 Place: Women's Studies Colloquial Center (formerly Peace Center)
To register: Download form from www.stonybrook.edu/hr (click on Training & Organizational Development). Then fax to: 632-6168; or call Denise Gross at 632-4501 for form. (Maximum: 15 registrants)
http://www.sunysb.edu/eap
Submitted by: Linda Tatem/Pres
8. Deadline for President's Awards and Presidential Mini-Grants
On February 14, all nominations for the President's Awards in:
Excellence in Diversity and Affirmative Action
Excellence in Classified Service
Excellence in Teaching as Part-Time Faculty
Team Achievement
and all applications for the Presidential Mini-Grants for:
Departmental Diversity Initiatives
Innovative Teaching Projects
are due. There is still time to nominate someone, or make application for one of the mini-grants. For complete information and details, go the President's Office website on the University's home page.
Submitted by: George Meyer/Pres
9. Tape Tours of Library Now Available
Dont' have time to join a scheduled tour? Want to know where the book stacks or DVDs are? No problem! Take a self-guided tape tour of the Melville Library. Tapes are available at the Information Desk in the Central Reading Room, 1st floor of Melville Library. See you at the Library! Call 2-7110 for more information.
http://www.sunysb.edu/library/opensessions.html
Submitted by: Janet Clarke/Lib
10. Computer Training Advanced Microsoft Word: Module III NCE316.3 - 2 sessions Section B: M, 6:00-9:00 pm, Feb. 11, 18, 2003
2 sessions Section B: M, 6:00-9:00 pm, Feb. 11, 18, 2003
This advanced course covers footnotes, document generation, automatic paragraph numbering, styles and document compare functions.
Prerequisite: Introduction to Microsoft Word or equivalent experience
Fee: $105 - 10% discount University employees and students CSEA LEAP Vouchers accepted.
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
11. Computer Training Introduction to Microsoft Word NCE316 5 sessions Tu, 1:00-4:00 pm Feb. 25; Mar. 4, 11, 18, 25, 2003
This course provides an introduction to the most popular word processing program. Streamline workflow by learning shortcuts. Topics include: creating, saving, editing and printing a document, spell check, thesaurus, search and replace, and moving text.
Prerequisite: Introduction to Windows or equivalent experience.
Fee: $225 - 10% discount University employees and students CSEA LEAP Vouchers accepted.
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
12. Use or Abuse-How to Help Someone Who is in Denial EAP Lunchtime Learning - Lunch Provided
Concerned that someone you know may have a problem? Has the thought been running through your mind for some time? Could my friend, co-worker, family member possibly have an alcohol or other drug problem? What are some of the signs and symptoms? What if anything can I do to help him or her? What if I say or do the wrong thing? Now you can learn what is helpful and what is not. Information regarding 12-Step Programs and other community resources will be shared.
Date: February 19, 2003 Time: 11:30-12:30 Place: HSC, L2, Seminar Room 2B
To Register: Download form from www.stonybrook.edu/hr (click on Training & Organizational Development). Then fax to: 632-6168; or call Denise Gross at 632-4501 for form. (Maximum: 15 registrants)
http://www.stonybrook.edu/eap
Submitted by: Linda Tatem/Pres
13. West Campus & HSC Departments and Employees Should Visit the Human Resource Services Web Site - Benefits Page
In the Benefits page of the HRS web site you will find information on the following for both State and Research Foundation:
Benefits Department contacts, Benefits Summaries, Health Insurance Rates, Benefits Forms and Publications, New Hire Questions & Answers, Retiree Question & Answers, Graduate Student Employee Health Insurance, Links to SUNY Central Benfits web site, Health Insurance carriers' websites, Retirement Plan web sites, Flexible Spending Accounts web site, New York State Long-Term Care web site, Civil Service, Financial Education/Retirement Planning seminars, and Section Training.
We hope this web site makes it more convenient for departments and employees to find Benefits information, and we encourage you to visit the Benefits page of the HRS web site at
http://www.stonybrook.edu/hr/benefits
.
Submitted by: Alexis Swiatkowski/Admin
14. All employees - keep your paystubs.
The Payroll units of Human Resource Services urges all employees to maintain a permanent record of your pay. Whether you are State or Research funded, we encourage you not to throw out any pay stub or direct deposit advice. Keeping all pay stubs will assist you in reconciling earnings, taxes, and all deductions. Please visit our web page anytime and have a great 2003.
http://www.stonybrook.edu/hr
Submitted by: Rick Sadetsky/Admin
15. Special Paper Promotion Stock Up and Save on Select Copy Paper
The Procurement Office in conjunction with Staples has arranged a Special Promotion on select copy paper for the next two months. The following copy paper items will be temporarily reduced from February 3, 2003 to March 31, 2003 with a discount of $2.50 per carton or $.25 per ream. Stock up and take advantage of these limited time savings. Staples Red Box copy paper item # 135855 is now $2.32/rm and # 135848 is $23.20/ctn. All pastel copy papers item #?s 389276 Green, 389278 Lilac, 389279 Salmon, 389370 Blue, 389371 Canary, 389372 Goldenrod, 389373 Cream and 389668 Pink are now $3.87/rm.
http://www.procurement.stonybrook.edu
Submitted by: Christine Wilson/Admin
16. West Campus & HSC STATE Employees - View Your Personal Benefits Record Through the Solar System
We are pleased to announce that West Campus & HSC STATE Employees can now view their personal benefits record through the Solar System. View what benefits information we currently have on record for you. See what health plan you are currently enrolled in, whether you have individual or family coverage, what your deduction is; what retirement plan you are currently enrolled in, what your tier is; and whether or not you are enrolled in a supplemental retirement plan, SRA or TDA. Visit the Solar System at
http://naples.cc.sunysb.edu/DoIT/solarsystem.nsf
Login, click on "For Employees", click on "Employee Benefits", and click on "State Emp Benefits" to view your record. We hope you find this information useful.
Submitted by: Alexis Swiatkowski/Admin
17. Department of Biochemistry & Cell Biology Seminar
SPECIAL JOINT SEMINAR between Dept. of Chemistry & Dept. of Biochemistry & Cell Biology
Dr. Blake Peterson, hosted by Drs. Nicole Sampson & Erwin London, from Penn State University will hold a seminar on Thursday, February 6, entitled "Construction of Non-Natural Cellular Receptors and Cellular Probes from Synthetic Molecules" at 4pm in Room 412, Chemistry Building.
Submitted by: Lizandia Perez/CAS
18. Chemistry Research Day - A celebration of research at Stony Brook Friday, February 14 in the SAC
Come see what is happening in the chemistry department. Share in the excitement of chemistry research at Stony Brook as graduate students, undergraduates, and postdocs display and discuss their work.
Poster session 1:30-3:30 p.m. New SAC Ballroom A, Reception 3:30-4:00 pm, Public Lecture 4:00-5:00 pm SAC auditorium
Prof. Joseph Lauher: "Designing Crystals: A Challenge for Supramolecular Synthesis"
Contact the chemistry department main office (2-7884 or 2-7926) for more information.
http://www.chem.sunysb.edu
Submitted by: Nancy Goroff/CAS
19. The Family Violence Education and Research Center February Colloquia
Family Violence Colloquia February 6, 2003 11:30am to 1:00pm on Thursdays
The Family Violence Center Present
The treatment of adolescent sex offenders
Michael Fitzgerald, Lecturer
Submitted by: Kelvin Tune/HSC
20. The Family Violence Education and Research Center Spring 2003 Colloquia/Workshop
Family Violence Colloquia/Workshop, Location for all Colloquia/Workshop are: Level 3 - Lecture Hall 6
March 6 - 11:30am to 1:00pm - Nancy Wright, Domestic Violence and the Elderly (Colloquia).
March 14 - 8:30am to 12:00pm - Joanne Gorman, C.S.W., Date Rape: Etiology and Treatment Implications. (Workshop).
Submitted by: Kelvin Tune/HSC
21. Heart Health Lecture "The Minority Report"
In celebration of Black History Month a lunchtime symposium focusing on heart disease amongst minorities will be presented by Stony Brook University Hospital's Heart Center. Lunch will be provided to participants. Pre-registration is required. To register call Health Connect at (631) 444-4393.
Thursday, February 20 12:00 - 1:30 PM, Student Activities Center, Auditorium - Free
Submitted by: Lisa Wilbert/UHMC
22. Topics in Atmospheric and Oceanic Sciences Seminar, 2/5/03
Dr. Stefan Liess from the Institute for Terrestrial and Planetary Atmospheres, MSRC, will present a seminar on "Simulation of the Madden-Julian Oscillation in the ECHAM GCM" at 11:30 a.m. on February 5. The seminar will take place at the Marine Sciences Research Center, Endeavour Hall 120. Light refreshments will be served. For more information, please call 632-8009.
http://atmos.msrc.sunysb.edu
Submitted by: Gina Gartin/MSRC
23. Writing and Healing:an informal reading by creative writers from the health sciences and beyond...
Wednesday, February 19, 4:30 p.m. Vice President's Conference Room, HSC L4, Readers will include: past winners of the IMCS Creative Writing Contest, medical students whose work has recently published as part of an article by Sonia Usatch in the Journal of Poetry Therapy.
Refreshments will be served.
Submitted by: Heidi Campani/UHMC
24. David Patterson's Distinguished Lecture in Computer Science
The Computer Science Department welcomes everyone to its Distinguished Lecture Series, sponsored by Citigroup and the Center of Excellence in Wireless Internet and Information Technology.
Professor David Patterson (U.C. Berkeley) will speak about Recovery-Oriented Computing at 1:00pm on Wednesday, February 12, in Computer Science 2311.
Professor Patterson is one of the most famous computer systems researchers in the world. His research on RISC computer architecture and his research on RAID storage each started a multi-billion dollar industry, besides winning him many awards.
http://www.cs.sunysb.edu/CSSite/Research/DLSeries/DLSeriesFall2002.html
Submitted by: Scott Stoller/CEAS
25. Save the Date: February 12 - Ellis Cose, Presidential Lecturer
President Kenny invites students, faculty, and staff to attend a Presidential Lecture by Ellis Cose, international author, columnist and contributing editor for Newsweek magazine, entitled, "Civil Rights and Human Limits: Getting Beyond the Past". Mr. Cose will discuss, "From apology, to affirmative action, to reparations. To what extent can we overcome the sins of the past.-- Wednesday, February 12; 12:40 - 2:00 p.m.(Campus Life Time), Student Activities Center II, Ballroom B, followed by an opportunity to discuss from 2-3p.m. RSVP by calling 632-6320. Refreshments will be served.
Submitted by: Christine Quinn/Pres
26. Disability, Diversity and Community
Disability Studies Discussion Group to Begin Meeting on February 3, 2003
A Dialogues Across Differences grant has been awarded to begin an interdisciplinary disability studies group at Stony Brook. Details related to the purpose of this scholarly discussion group, "Disability, Diversity, and Community," can be found in the attached document.
Open to faculty, staff and students, the group will meet on the first Monday of every month, with meetings alternating between both sides of campus.
The inaugural meeting will be held on Monday, February 3, 2003, 10:30-12 in the SHTM large conference room, HSC, L-2, Room 408. Please RSVP to coordinator Pamela Block, Ph.D., Dept. of Occupational Therapy, SHTM at pblock@notes.cc.sunysb.edu or 444-3197 no later than Friday, January 31, 2003.
Submitted by: Catherine Horgan/HSC
27. Agenda for University Senate meeting on February 3rd at 3:30 p.m. in SAC 302
Tentative Agenda University Senate Meeting February 3, 2003
I. Approval of Tentative agenda
II. Report from University Senate President (B. Lindquist)
III. President's Report (written report provided)
IV. Provost's Report (R. McGrath)
V. Resolution: Tuition Increase (N. Goodman)
VI. VP for Administration: Capital Projects on Campus (D. Mann)
VII. SUNY Senate Plenary Session Report (G. Tortora)
VIII. Hidden Disabilities: N. Goodman
IX. Old Business
X. New Business
No minutes were taken at December 2002 Senate meeting.
Submitted by: Laurie Theobalt/Prov
28. Topics in Atmospheric and Oceanic Sciences Seminar, Feb. 4, 2003
Dr. Gabriel A. Vecchi from the Joint Institute for the Study of the Atmosphere and Oceans, University of Washington, will present a seminar on "The Seasonal Cycle and the Termination of El Nino" at 1:30 p.m. on February 4. 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
29. ***Note Change in Day & Time*** Department of Neurobiology & Behavior
Dr. Rainer Friedrich, from the Department of Biomedical Optics at Max-Planck-Institute for Medical Research in Heidelberg Germany will be our speaker. The title of the Seminar is "Processing of conflicting odor information by dynamic circuits in the zebrafish olfactory bulb." Day/Date: Friday, 2/7/03 Time: 1:30PM
Submitted by: Carol Brady/CAS
30. The Humanities Institute at Stony Brook Presents Distinguished Visiting Lecturer Judith Halberstam
Title: Shadows on a Dime: Queer Temporality and Subcultural Lives
Where: The Humanities Institute, E4340 Melville Library
When: Wednesday, February 12, 2003, at 4:30pm
Queer subcultures, unlike the male dominated youth cultures that Dick Hebdige, Stuart Hall and other members of the Birmingham school have written about, are not located in any easy relation to so-called parent cultures. Much of the Birmingham school work on subcultures, indeed, presumed an oedipalized structure within which rebel youths reject the world of their parents and create a netherworld within which to reshape and reform the legacies of an older generation. Halberstam will argue that queer subcultures afford us a perfect opportunity to depart from normative models of youth cultures, adolescence and adulthood and generational struggle.
Judith Halberstam is Professor of Literary and Cultural Studies at UC San Diego. She teaches courses in queer studies, gender theory, art, literature and film.
http://www.sunysb.edu/humanities/
Submitted by: Jason Hanley/GST
31. Oceans and Atmosphere Colloquium, February 7, 2003
Dr. Frank Mueller-Karger from University of South Florida, will present a seminar on " The U.S. Commission on Ocean Policy: History and Status" on February 7, 2003.
The seminar will take place at the Marine Sciences Research Center, in the Endeavour Hall 120. For more information, please call 632-8781
http://www.msrc.sunysb.edu/news.oac.html
Submitted by: Katerina Panagiotakopoulou/MSRC
32. Ecology and Evolution Seminar
3:30p.m., Wednesday, February 5, 2003, Life Sciences Building Room 038
"CAUSES AND CONSEQUENCES OF SOCIALITY: INSIGHT FROM GEOGRAPHICAL VARIATION"
Dr. Sara Cahan, Institute of Ecology, University of Lausanne
Host: Dr. Jessica Gurevitch
Dr. Cahan is a candidate for the Evolutionary Ecology position.
If you need a disability-related accommodation, please call: The Department of Ecology and Evolution at (631) 632-8600
Submitted by: Marilyn Pakarklis/CAS
33. 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).
Submitted by: Anne Moyer/CAS
34. Computer Training GIF Animator for Web Sites
NCE 325.7 - 3 sessions - Fee: $175 Make your websites mesmerizing with motion! GIF Animator is the fast and easy way to create and customize animations for your websites. No code is required. An easy-to-use program, Microsoft GIF Animator allows you to drag images directly from Microsoft Image Composer, customize your animations the way you want and quickly make them Web-ready. Make your animations loop, spin and fade in and out; set the size and transparency of your images and control a wide range of other options all with a simple click of the mouse.
Prerequisite: Introduction to Windows and experience in basic webpage creation. Section B: M, W, 6:00-9:00 pm, Feb. 5, 10, 12, 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
35. Used Book and Records Sale!
Visit the Book and Records Sale Main Library, 3rd Floor, Across From Circulation/Reserve Desk
Large Selection of Books to Choose From in All Subjects Most Books Only .50 cents - $2 Great Assortment of Popular and Classical Records New Books and Records are Added Regularly!
Submitted by: Elissa Daub/Lib
36. Three Author Readings & Book Signings on February 20, 2003 from 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm Javits Room, Library
Dr. Robert Katz, Faculty Author Stony Brook University Hospital will read from his new novel entitled, "Surgical Risk." Dr. Katz' first novel, "Edward Maret," won the ASA Literary Prize for 2001. He is currently working on the sequel to Surgical Risk.
Paul Levinson, author of "The Silk Code," which won the Locus Award for Best Novel of 1999, will read from his latest myth entitled, "The Consciousness Plague." Connie Willis has this to say about The Consciousness Plague, "Forensic detective Phil D'Amato is one of my favorite characters, and the puzzles he solves are always imaginative, ingenious and addictive."
Marc Vun Kannon will be reading from his first fantasy entitled, "Unbinding the Stone." "Remarkably complex and often very funny, definitely original" states Tanya Huff, author of The Better Part of Valor.
Sponsored by the Special Collections Department & University Bookstore
Submitted by: Mary Messina/FSA
37. Summer Camp at Stony Brook 632-4550
Summer Camp at Stony Brook June 30 - August 22, 2003
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.
10% Discount on Tuition for Stony Brook Staff Members, and additional 5% discount will also be given in early registration if application is received prior to March 1, 2003.
All Open Houses are on Saturdays in the Sports Complex from 9AM to 12PM January 25, 2003, February 8, 2003,March 1, 2003, March 22, 2003, April 12, 2003 and May 10, 2003
Submitted by: Janice Maggio/CAS
38. Osteoporosis Prevention And Management Series
The Division of Wellness and Chronic Illness in the Department of Family Medicine is offering a series of three group visits for the prevention and management of osteoporosis.
Participants will be evaluated individually in order to assess osteoporosis severity.
The groups will also discuss 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 exercises to improve hip and spine bone density. Conventional monitoring techniques and medical intervention with hormone replacement therapy and drugs will be covered as well.
The series of three, two-hour sessions will be conducted on Wednesdays, February 5th, 12th and 26th between 4:30 and 6:30 p.m. at 33 Research Way, Stony Brook Technology Park. Most insurance plans are accepted with appropriate co-pay. For those without coverage, the cost for the series is $150.00.
To register, please call 631.444.9815
Submitted by: Marion Hollinger/UHMC
39. 2003 Aerobics Schedule
Contact Allison Milano on Lotus Notes or 632-7263 for Spring Aerobics Schedule. Offering Step Aerobics, Yoga, Kick Boxing, Pilates, Resistance Ball, Meditation, Body Sculpting, Stretch & Flex, Step Circuit, Mix It Up! and Boxing.
Classes begin on Monday, January 27th. Registration Fee is the purchase of a Punch Card.
Full Card 35 classes $60.00
3/4 Card 27 classes $50.00
1/2 Card 18 classes $35.00
1/4 Card 9 classes $25.00
Punch Cards are valid for all aerobic classes.
http://recreation.sunysb.edu
Submitted by: Susan Dimonda/CAS
40. Attention All Opera Music Fans and Those Wanting an Introduction to the World of Opera - Grand Opera Sale!
Throughout the next week, the Library's Book & Record sale, located on the 3rd floor of the Main Library, will feature many LP opera boxed sets for $2-$5 a set, some that have never been played. Now is your chance to catch the Callas recordings you missed for a lot less than the CD versions. For Opera novices, its also a great time to find out what all the fuss is about.
Submitted by: Elissa Daub/Lib
41. SAVE THE DATE - February 7th 7:30 pm, SAC Auditorium An Evening of Poetry with Robert Bly
Ground-breaking author, poet, and National Book Award winner Robert Bly will read from his selected poems including his newest collection, The Night Abraham Called to the Stars. Also featuring virtuoso drumming group Owusu Slater and the Earth Tones.
Discounted books and cassettes by Mr. Bly will be available for signing. $10 admission. Students are free. Light refreshment will be served. For ticket info call Br. Clark Berge at 2-6563.
Submitted by: Karen Keeley/UAff
42. Computer Training Adobe Illustrator NCE322B - 12 sessions Saturdays 9:00-12:00pm Starting Feb. 22, 2003
Adobe Illustrator is the preferred program of designers, graphic artists, technical illustrators and business professionals around the world. It offers a combination of creative freedom and productivity to the users.Illustrator is considered to be the most powerful design tool for flexibility of drawing with pinpoint accuracy. Topics include: drawing and editing lines, curves and shapes, adding and deleting editing points, manipulating handles and curves and placing EPS, BMP, PCX and TIF formatted scans in your files.The required textbook addresses both Macintosh and Windows users. Cost of text is not included in the course fee.
Scedule; Feb. 22; Mar. 1, 8, 15, 22, 29; Apr. 5, 12, 26; May 3, 10, 17, 2003
Fee: $575 - 10% discount University employees and students CSEA LEAP Vouchers accepted.
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
43. Computer Training Macromedia Dreamweaver 4.0 NCE328B - 6:00-9:00 pm, Feb. 24, 26; March 3, 5, 10 and 12, 2003
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.
Fee: $275 - 10% discount University employees and students CSEA LEAP Vouchers accepted.
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
44. Computer Training QuarkXPress NCE320C 6:00-9:00 pm, Feb. 27; March 4, 6, 11, 13, 18, 20 and 25, 2003
QuarkXPress is the foundation application for layout of printed material. This comprehensive, hands-on course will guide students through the stages of document production. Topics include: document construction, word processing basics, importing text and pictures, page layout and design, typography, style sheets, libraries, working with pictures, creating colors and printing.
Prerequisite: Introduction to Windows or equivalent experience.
Fee: $385 - 10% discount University employees and students CSEA LEAP Vouchers accepted.
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
45. Men's Basketball Hosts Vermont Saturday At 2:00
The men's basketball team hopes to extend its home-court winning streak to four games when it hosts Vermont Saturday afternoon, February 8 at 2:00 p.m. at the SBU Sports Complex.
Tickets for faculty and staff are $4 and can be purchased by calling (631) 632.WOLF or on-line at www.goseawolves.org.
Submitted by: Timothy Szlosek/CAS
46. Women's Career Luncheon - February 6th, 12:00 Noon, Student Union Ballroom
Doris R. Weisman, N.P., M.S., Coordinator of Women's Health Outreach, will be our speaker. The title will be, "The Metamorphosis of Women". She will review the anatomy and physiology of the development of women from pre-menstrual to post-menopause, including the changes that take place, risk reduction, and meeting the challenges of good health maintenance. Topics to be explored: osteoporosis, heart disease, menopausal concerns, breast, reproductive issues, weight changes.
Bring your payment of $8.50 (payable to Chartwells) by January 31 to: Judy Friedlander 2-6105; Pat Burke 2-4194; Alba Beltran 2-4151; Pat Miller 2-6010; Lucille Meci 2-8260; Betty Ahner 4-3423; Marie Barnouw 2-9248; Augusta Kuhn 2-7280
Submitted by: Augusta Kuhn/CAS
47. Summer 2003 Class Schedule Now Available on Web
The Summer 2003 undergraduate and graduate class schedules, along with the summer academic calendar, have now been posted on the Summer Sessions Website: www.stonybrook.edu/summer. Information about registration, payment, housing, and the visiting undergraduate student application will be posted later in Feburary. The Summer Sessions dates are:
Session I: June 2 - July 11
Sesion II: July 14 - August 22
Extended Session: June 2 - July 25
Registration will begin in April; the dates are posted on the Summer Sessions academic calendar.
http://www.stonybrook.edu/summer
Submitted by: Megs Shea/Prov
48. Free taste samples
Seawolves Market Place sponsors free tasting samples of Primal Strips on Wed Feb 5 11:30am to 2:00pm in SAC lobby. Vegan, kosher and delicious.
Submitted by: Madeline Gifford/FSA
49. Union Craft Center Opens for Spring 2003 offering Non-Credit Classes in Arts & Crafts & Leisure, call 632-6822.
The Stony Brook Union Crafts Center offers excellent low-cost courses and memberships. Most classes meet in the evening and are held in the Student Union. Try your hand at pottery, sculpture, photograhy, drawing , painting, loom weaving, quilting, and polymer jewlery design. We also offer two sessions of Defensive driving and bartending. For a copy of our class brochure call the Crafts Center at 632-6822 or stop by the office located in the lower level of the Student Union Building, room 049.
Submitted by: Janice Costanzo/OSA
50. Deadline Feb. 4th - Team Trivia Contest
There is a team trivia contest scheduled on Wed., Feb. 5 from 7:00 - 11:00pm in the SAC. All faculty/staff and students are encouraged to participate. Team of 3/4 are now forming. Individual sign-ups are welcomed. Cost is free. For more information, please contact Marie Turchiano, Assistant Director of Campus Recreation at 632-4145
http://www.recreation.sunysb.edu
Submitted by: Marie Turchiano/CAS
51. SELECT - Prostate Cancer Prevention Trial
Nationwide clinical trial of Selenium and Vitamin E in the prevention of prostate cancer. Must be at least 55 years old and never had prostate cancer. For more information call 444-3936.
Submitted by: Iris Granek/UHMC
52. A toothpaste study to evaluate a toothpaste designed to prevent tooth surface staining
DO YOUR TEETH HAVE STAIN ON THEM? WOULD YOU LIKE TO EARN $250.00?
The Oral Biology and Pathology Department of the School of Dental Medicine, at Stony Brook University, is undertaking a study to evaluate a new toothpaste for effectiveness in reducing or eliminating the stain from your teeth.
Subjects should be at least 18 years old, in good health and should have basically good teeth, free from cavities and major restorations.
Subjects selected may receive up to $250.00 for their participation. Please Call (631) 632-8925
Submitted by: Mark Wolff/HSC
53. 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
54. 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
55. Doctoral Defenses This week
Please click on the URL below to see the doctoral defenses this week
http://www.grad.sunysb.edu/ddd/index.html
Submitted by: Ajay Gupta/GST
56. International Undergraduate Students!
Identification cards for your mandatory health insurance plan may be picked up at the Health Insurance Office in the west campus Infirmary(Student Health Service Building). Office hours are 9 am-4 pm during winter break. For information please call 632-6377 or 632-6054.
Submitted by: Leta Edelson/OSA
57. All International Students!
You have been billed for mandatory international health insurance. If you did not receive a waiver in the fall AND you have other health insurance, or if you are a new student here, and have other insurance, you MUST file a waiver for spring/summer by February 7, 2003. For details and to request a waiver form please call 632.6377 or 632.6054. The Health Insurance Office is in the west campus Infirmary (Student Health Service).
Submitted by: ledelson
58. All non-international students. Parttime/full time; undergrads and grad students!
The University offers you an optional health insurance plan that is reasonable in cost, and covers many essential medical services. You must enroll in this plan by February 28, 2003; but the earlier you enroll, the sooner your benefits begin (not before January 22). For details and an enrollment booklet please call us at 632.6377 or 632.6144, or come to our office in the west campus Studdnt Health Service (Infirmary). Office Hours are 9 am-4 pm.
Submitted by: ledelson
59. Transfer Students!
The University offers all part time and full time non-international students an optional health insurance plan at a very reasonable cost. You must enroll for this plan no later than February 28, 2003. The plan coverage begins when we process your enrollment, but no earlier than January 22. For details and enrollment materials please contact the Student Health Insurance Office in the west campus Infirmary (Student Health Service), Monday-Friday, 9 am-4:30 pm, or call 632.6377 or 632.6054.
Submitted by: Leta Edelson/OSA
60. Networking Breakfast: "Trends and Challenges in Workforce Recruitment, Retention and Regional Development
The Center for Biotechnology along with the Long Island Life Sciences Initiative invite you to attend its Strategically Targeted Networking Breakfast Series, titled "Trends and Challenges in Workforce Recruitment, Retention and Regional Development", Wednesday, January 29th at the Hilton Huntington Hotel (8am-10am). This initiative is focused on addressing such issues to help create a nurturing business environment for the pharmaceutical, biotechnology, medical device, and life systems technology (nutriceutical, cosmeceutical) sectors to thrive. The Strategically Targeted Networking Breakfast Series is meant to facilitate discussion among members of the Long Island life sciences community in order to determine specific challenges within each issue, serving as a platform to develop potential solutions and implement beneficial programs to accomplish industry goals. Space is Limited!! Register Today by calling Kimberly Alden at 632-1991 or e-mailing kalden@lilsi.org
http://www.lilsi.org
Submitted by: Angeline Judex/CEAS
61. 2nd Annual Life Sciences Industry Career Development Conference - Exploring the Diversity of New York's Life Sciences Industry.
March 25, 2003. 8:30 am - 5 pm. Newman Conference Center, NYC. This conference is the premier event in New York State for graduate students and post-doctoral fellows interested in pursuing careers in the life sciences industry. The focus of the conference is on the ever-growing need for well-trained science and engineering professionals in a diverse range of careers. Industry leaders will address career opportunities in corporate R & D, business development, clinical trial management, law, finance, venture capital, communications, sales and marketing. The Conference is organized by the Center for Biotechnology and is part of its comprehensive Workforce Development Initiative that seeks to address the current and future education and training needs of New York's life sciences industry. Conference is free for students but pre-registration is necessary to confirm your attendance. Please RSVP online at
http://www.biotech.sunysb.edu/
by February 14th, 2003
http://www.biotech.sunysb.edu/
Submitted by: Angeline Judex/CEAS
62. CELT Workshop: Why Does a Graduate Student Need a Resume? - Lunch Provided
When: Friday, February 14, 2003, 12-1pm
Where: CELT, Melville Library, Room E-1337
Please join us with special guest Alfreda James from the Career Center who will teach you the structural differences between a resume and a curriculum vitae, when to use a resume, and the essential elements of a resume. As a part of outlining the differences, she will discuss the types of organizations that are likely to want a resume and how resumes vary according to profession.
Free pizza and refreshments will be served. Please register for this important event at the CELT website under "Activities and Events."
http://www.celt
. sunysb.edu
Submitted by: Nora Ruth/CAS