Campus Announcements for the week of 01/21/2003
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. Life Science Stockroom's "NEW" Website
4. Old Library Catalog Is Retired
5. Clinical Research Coordinators!!
6. Melville Library Tours
7. Workshop on New Library Catalog-STARS-and Databases
8. Lotus Notes Users Start the New Year Off Right! Attend a Lotus Notes Training Class.
9. Taking Meeting Minutes (Presented by HRS, Training & Organizational Development)
10. 365 WAYS TO SAVE MONEY - EAP Lunchtime Learning, January 23, 2003, 12:00-1:30 Women's Studies Colloquial Center (formerly Peace Center)
11. Understanding Depression and Its Impact on the Workplace - EAP Supervisory Training
12. EAP Supervisory Training - Workplace Violence - Impact of Substance Abuse
13. Use of Certified NYS MWBE Vendors
14. West Campus and HSC, STATE UUP and Management Confidential Employees (M/C) - Fidelity Investments Available for Supplemental Retirement Annuity (SRA)
15. The Family Violence Education and Research Center February Colloquia
16. The Family Violence Education and Research Center Spring 2003 Colloquia/Workshop
17. Deadline for President's Awards and Presidential Mini-Grants
18. Heart Health Lecture "The Minority Report"
19. Networking Breakfast: "Trends and Challenges in Workforce Recruitment, Retention and Regional Development
20. Meet the Oncology Nurse from The Stony Brook Hospital's Cancer Helpline
21. The Adult Literacy Center at Stony Brook - Needs You!
22. Don't know what to do with all of the books, music, and videos you can no longer use? Donate Them!
23. Adorable Cats Available For Adoption!
24. Computer Training Customizing Web Design Using Microsoft Image Composer
25. Computer Training GIF Animator for Web Sites
26. Used Book and Records Sale!
27. Summer Camp at Stony Brook 632-4550
28. After Holiday Sale
29. Osteoporosis Prevention And Management Series
30. Holiday Sale
31. Mascot Night Is Wednesday Night, January 22nd at the SBU Sports Complex; Men's Basketball Hosts Northeastern
32. National Girls and Women in Sports Day Youth Sports Clinic
33. Tape Tours of Library Now Available
34. 2003 Aerobics Schedule
35. Weight Watchers Program
36. Diabetes and Periodontitis
37. Free Treatment Available at Stony Brook for Those Who Lost A Family Member or Close Friend on Sept. 11, 2001
38. Smoking and Periodontal (Gum) Disease
39. SELECT - Prostate Cancer Prevention Trial
40. A toothpaste study to evaluate a toothpaste designed to prevent tooth surface staining
41. Doctoral Defenses This week
42. Ten Entertainment 2003 Discount Books Left! Are Your Pockets Light After Holiday Spending? Still Plan On Eating Out?
43. Summer 2003 Undergraduate Research Internship Program
44. International Undergraduate Students!
45. All International Students!
46. All non-international students. Parttime/full time; undergrads and grad students !
47. Transfer Students!
48. Auditions for University Orchestra at SUNY Stony Brook to be held on Tuesday, January 28
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 Monday and Tuesday, January 27 & 28, 2003 from 6:00 PM to 9:00 PM in the SAC Room 304, for all UUP employees and their immediate family members. (Attendance at both classes is required.)
Cost is $25 per person. Checks should be made payable to "NYSUT Benefit Trust" and delivered to the UUP office, 104 Old Chemistry, Z=3475. Office hours are Monday thru Friday, 9 am to 3 pm.
Contact Corinne Burns at Ext. 26570 or cmburns@notes.cc.sunysb.edu for more information.
Submitted by: Corinne Burns/Affl
3. Life Science Stockroom's "NEW" Website
Life Science Stockroom has a NEW website so you can look up items either by name or our stock number for pricing. Items are in categories for easy identification. Also, click on Policies and Procedures for staff names, hours of operation, new customer form or to update and fax order forms. Check it out!
http://www.stonybrook.edu/lsstockroom
Submitted by: Maria Cuff/Admin
4. 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
5. Clinical Research Coordinators!!
Its that time of the year again and Stony Brook is offering the ACRP Examination Reveiw class. It will be Held on January 31, 2003 for CRA's and February 1, 2003 for Coordinators. If you would like more information please contact Maureen Hurst 444-9034
Submitted by: Maureen Hurst/UHMC
6. 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, January 28, 3 pm, Wednesday, January 29, 5 pm, 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
7. 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
8. Lotus Notes Users Start the New Year Off Right! Attend a Lotus Notes Training Class.
From basic Mail and Calendar to Address Book, Archiving and Out of Office Reply. We have it all! Visit the DOIT/Client Support training website to register now.
http://clientsupport.stonybrook.edu/training/Notes_training.shtml
Submitted by: Kim Rant/DoIT
9. 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
10. 365 WAYS TO SAVE MONEY - EAP Lunchtime Learning, January 23, 2003, 12:00-1:30 Women's Studies Colloquial Center (formerly Peace Center)
It's easier than you might imagine! No matter what your budget, there may be ways to painlessly save some cash. This workshop will provide you with some tried and true methods of saving and also new, fun and creative alternatives. You may even learn some new tricks from your colleagues. Simple budget forms will be distributed for your personal use.
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 registrants, 15 people). Don't forget, lunch is provided!
http://www.sunysb.edu/eap
Submitted by: Linda Tatem/Pres
11. Understanding Depression and Its Impact on the Workplace - EAP Supervisory Training
Depression is one of the most common mental health problems and the most treatable. It is a particularly debilitating illness affecting an employee's ability to concentrate, to be productive, to function effectively, and to relate to others. Sleep problems, depressed mood, weight loss or gain and fatigue are some common symptoms. Program objectives are to: Identify the symptoms of depression as they manifest themselves in the workplace; Understand depression as a treatable illness and the importance of early intervention; Role play interventions to support employees seeking help; Recognize the role of EAP in assessment, referral, and transition back to work after treatment.
When: January 30, 2003, 9:00-12:00 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.
http://www.sunysb.edu/eap
Submitted by: Linda Tatem/Pres
12. EAP Supervisory Training - Workplace Violence - Impact of Substance Abuse
(These are 2 segments included with Foundations of Supervising and Sexual Harassment Prevention)
Date: February 5, 2003 Time: 8:30-12:30 Place: SAC, Room 311
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.
http://www.sunysb.edu/eap
Submitted by: Linda Tatem/Pres
13. Use of Certified NYS MWBE Vendors
This is a reminder to give the minority and woman owned businesses on the attached listing opportunities to do business with the University. Most of these firms have already been providing goods and/or services to us or to the other areas on the Stony Brook campus, at competitive prices.
Please consider these firms for all your needs. If you have questions or would like to set up a meeting to get to know any of these vendors please contact Mary Woodward at 2-9849.
http://www.procurement.stonybrook.edu/mwbe/
Submitted by: Mary Woodward/Admin
14. West Campus and HSC, STATE UUP and Management Confidential Employees (M/C) - Fidelity Investments Available for Supplemental Retirement Annuity (SRA)
UUP and M/C employees can now use Fidelity Investments as an investment vehicle for their SRA under SUNY's 403(b)plan. To enroll you should complete a Fidelity enrollment application online at
http://enrollonline.fidelity.com
. Our Plan Number is 72777. You also must complete a Fidelity 403(b)(7) Salary Reduction Agreement, available from the Benefits Office, Admin Bldg, Room 390. For more information on Fidelity and its investments, visit them at
http://www.fidelity.com
or contact our representative, Colin Pierce, at 1-800-343-0860.
Submitted by: Alexis Swiatkowski/Admin
15. 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
16. 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
17. 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
18. 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
19. 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
20. Meet the Oncology Nurse from The Stony Brook Hospital's Cancer Helpline
The Oncology Nurse from Stony Brook University Hospital's Cancer Helpline will be available in person to answer cancer questions at Health Resource Center - located in the main entrance of the hospital on 1/22/03 from 12:00 noon till 2:00-PM. This is an opportunity to have cancer questions answered and to obtain cancer related information
Submitted by: Lori Tischler/UHMC
21. The Adult Literacy Center at Stony Brook - Needs You!
The Adult Literacy Center at Stony Brook University is a partnership between the Literacy Volunteers of America-Suffolk County, Inc.and Stony Brook University. The Center is designed to serve the employees, students, their families, stakeholders, and other constituents.
The Adult Literacy Center focuses on the university primary missions of teaching, research, and service. Services include basic literacy tutoring for the low-level reader (below 6th grade) and for those in need of conversational English skills.
The Adult Literacy Center at Stony Brook University is in need of volunteers to help individuals within our community learn to read and write and/or speak conversational English. Registration is currently underway for a on-campus tutor training workshop which will commence January 27th, the deadline for registration is January 22nd. For more information and a copy of the current workshop schedule, please call (631)444-6428 or e-mail Bessie Ortega, Literacy Coordinator at bessie.ortega@stonybrook.edu
Submitted by: Bessie Ortega/UHMC
22. Don't know what to do with all of the books, music, and videos you can no longer use? Donate Them!
The Melville Library accepts donations of books of all kinds, cassettes, compact discs, videos, and L.Ps. Please, no popular magazines, they will not be accepted. The donations will be used to supplement the library's holdings. If the library can not use the materials they will be added to the book sale, which supports the library. For more information contact Robert Lobou at extension 2-7057 or by e-mail at Robert.Lobou@stonybrook.edu
Submitted by: Elissa Daub/Lib
23. 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
24. Computer Training Customizing Web Design Using Microsoft Image Composer
NCE 325.6 - 3 sessions - Fee: $175
Image Composer provides an foundational body of knowledge that may be used with any imaging software to create, customize and arrange your on-screen images. Make your websites come alive with high-quality, professional-looking graphics. Topics include: arranging, customizing and creating on-screen graphics by featuring the use of images with shapes.
Prerequisite: Introduction to Windows and experience in basic webpage creation. Section B: M, W, 6:00-9:00 pm, Jan. 27, 29; Feb. 3, 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
25. 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
26. 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
27. 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
28. After Holiday Sale
All holiday related merchandise on sale now for 40% OFF while supplies last. 2002 grad tshirts now on clearance at $1.00 each. All sales final.
Submitted by: Donald Linne/FSA
29. 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
30. Holiday Sale
Seawolves MarketPlace 40% off Holiday merchandise sale while supplies last. 632-9281
Submitted by: Donald Linne/FSA
31. Mascot Night Is Wednesday Night, January 22nd at the SBU Sports Complex; Men's Basketball Hosts Northeastern
Join 14 local mascots for a night of great family this Wednesday, January 22 at the SBU Sports Complex when the men's basketball team takes on Northeastern at 7:00 p.m.
Mascots on-hand include Wolfie, Quackerjack (LI Ducks), LI Rough Rider, Bernie from the NY Saints and many, many more...The mascots will be on hand in the lobby before the game signing autographs and taking pictures and will be entertaining the fans throughout the game.
Faculty, staff and their families and graduate students receive admission for just $4. Students are free. For tickets, please call 632.WOLF or get them on-line at www.goseawolves.org.
Submitted by: Timothy Szlosek/CAS
32. National Girls and Women in Sports Day Youth Sports Clinic
The Athletic Department will be conducting a FREE Youth (boys & girls ages 6-11) Sports Clinic for National Girls and Women in Sports Day on Sunday, February 2 from 8:15 am to 11:30 am. The clinic will be followed by the women's basketball game vs. New Hampshire at noon. To register, please contact Meghan McNamara at 632-4086 by January 27 - space is limited, so register early.
Submitted by: Danielle Caro/CAS
33. 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.stonybrook.edu/library/opensessions.html
Submitted by: Janet Clarke/Lib
34. 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
35. Weight Watchers Program
If you are interested in enrolling in The At Work Weight Watchers Program on west campus, please email me at alessandra.white@stonybrook.edu or call me at 2-6167 by Wednesday, 1/22/03. The cost is $109.00 for 10 weeks. We would like to start the sessions on Thursday, 1/23.
Submitted by: Alessandra White/Admin
36. Diabetes and Periodontitis
Are you a Type 1 Insulin-Dependent Diabetic? Do you have Periodontal (Gum) Disease?
Periodontal (gum) disease has been shown to make it more difficult to control diabetes. 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 will receive a free periodontal cleaning and payment of up to $300.00.
Please contact: Ruth Tenzler, RN BSN CCRC @ (631)632-9452 or Dr. Maria Ryan @ (631)632-9529 to discuss whether or not you qualify for this research study.
Submitted by: Ruth Tenzler/UHMC
37. Free Treatment Available at Stony Brook for Those Who Lost A Family Member or Close Friend on Sept. 11, 2001
Are you or is someone you love having difficulty healing from the death of a loved one as a result of the September 11 Catastrophe?
If so, The Sudden Traumatic Loss Individual Treatment Program may be for you.
Who: Persons 18 years of age or older who have lost a spouse, partner, child, parent, sibling, or close friend or coworker as a result of 9/11.
What: * 20 one-to-one sessions. * Unique, state-of-the art treatment developed by experts in the fields of bereavement and trauma. This treatment is being researched and involves completing questionnaires.
Where: The State University of New York at Stony Brook, Pace University, and Columbia University.
Cost: The treatment will be offered free of charge for those who are accepted into the study.
How: If you have questions about the study, or are interested in participating, call 212-346-1730.
Submitted by: Camille Wortman/CAS
38. Smoking and Periodontal (Gum) Disease
Are You a Smoker? Do you have Periodontal (Gum) Disease?
65 million people in the United States have some form of periodontal (gum) disease. Smoking is the greatest risk factor for periodontal disease, an often silent disease. Periodontal disease is a chronic, progressive inflammatory condition with no known cure. We are conducting a study to determine whether a tetracycline drug can reduce specific markers of inflammation, which can make it easier to control and treat periodontal disease.
People enrolled in the study will receive: Payment of up to $300.00. Free Dental Cleaning. Free Study Drug.
Please contact Ruth Tenzler RN BSN CCRC (631)632-9452 or Dr. Maria Ryan (631)632-9529 to discuss whether or not you qualify for this research study.
Submitted by: Ruth Tenzler/UHMC
39. 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
40. 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
41. 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
42. Ten Entertainment 2003 Discount Books Left! Are Your Pockets Light After Holiday Spending? Still Plan On Eating Out?
For a $20 investment you can save hundreds at top Long Island restaurants and stores. Email jzucker@notes.sunysb.edu to reserve your copy. Books must be picked up during normal business hours in Suite 201 of the Stony Brook Union.
http://www.BFOH.org
Submitted by: Jill Zucker/GST
43. Summer 2003 Undergraduate Research Internship Program
The Center for Biotechnology is accepting applications for the Summer 2003 Undergraduate Research Internship Program. Internships will be established within the local biotechnology industry. Students will spend their summers, at a company, learning laboratory techniques and contributing to specific research projects. Students interested in careers in the biotechnology industry would be optimal candidates for selection as trainees under this program. Applicants will be selected from students beginning their junior or senior year who are majoring in any biology or chemistry department. Students in other life sciences departments, with equivalent but not exact qualifications as outlined in the application guidelines, are encouraged to contact Angeline Judex to discuss candidate eligibility. Application forms and information can be found on the Center's website www.biotech.sunysb.edu. Deadline for application is January 20, 2003. For additional assistance, please contact Rosemary Gaynor at 631-632-8521 or at rgaynor@ms.cc.sunysb.edu.
http://www.biotech.sunysb.edu/ps/intern.html#current
Submitted by: Angeline Judex/CEAS
44. 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
45. 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
46. 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
47. 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
48. Auditions for University Orchestra at SUNY Stony Brook to be held on Tuesday, January 28
Auditions for students interested in joining the University Orchestra at SUNY Stony Brook will be held on Tuesday, January 28 from 11 to 1 and 2 to 5:30 in room 2342 in the Fine Arts Center. All interested and qualified woodwinds, brass, percussion and string players, both undergraduate and graduate, should attend the first rehearsal on Tuesday, January 28 from 6:30 to 9:30 p.m. - room 0111 of the Fine Arts Center.
Audition requirements: two short contrasting excerpts from a solo or concerto of your choice. Contact Dr. Susan E. Deaver, Music Director/Conductor at: sdeaver@notes.cc.sunysb.edu or call the Department of Music 632-7330.
http://www.sunysb.edu/music
Submitted by: Susan Deaver/CAS