Campus Announcements for the week of 10/27/2003
Table of Contents
01. Administrative (dept moves/closes, employee info, Admin announcements)
1. Dependent Care Advantage Account and Health Care Spending Account 2004 open enrollment period - September 29 - November 12
2. NYS Employees (West Campus and HSC) Enrolled in Empire Plan for Health Insurance - Look for Change Information Mailed Home
3. Airborne Next Day 10:30 a.m. Delivery not a Contract Item
4. Tape Tours of Library Available
5. Did you use the Blackboard system to teach a course during Spring/Summer 2003 semester?
6. Stony Brook's NCAA Self-Study of SBU Athletics Program - Report Summary Now Available; and Town Hall Meetings Scheduled
03. Workshops/Courses/Training (work related; HR, EAP, DoIT, etc...)
1. Employee Assistance Program Lunchtime Learning - Caregiving: How to care for others while taking care of yourself
2. Upcoming workshops offered by HRS Training & Organizational Development
3. Employee Assistance Program Lunchtime Learning - Time Management Tips for the Holidays
4. Employee Assistance Program Lunchtime Learning - Caring for Caregivers
04. Conferences/Seminars/Lectures
1. Harriman School Seminar, Wednesday, October 29, Noon, 304 Harriman Hall. Light lunch. Rescheduled from October 1.
2. Topics in Oceanic and Atmospheric Sciences Seminar
3. HISB presents "Europe and the Gypsies" An Interdisciplinary Colloquium
4. Dialogues For Diversity, Democracy & Civic Engagement Program Wednesday, November 5Th At 4:00 PM Wang Center
5. New Faculty Reception
6. Department of Neurobiology and Behavior Seminar: Thursday, October 30th
7. Center for Italian Studies Symposium: Italian Labor-American Unions from Conflict to Reconciliation to Leadership, October 31-November 2, Free/Open to Public.
8. Asian And Asian-American Studies Colloquium Series Inaugural Lecture
9. Encouraging Emergent Language and Literacy: Strategies for Facilitating Language Development
10. Small Business Development Center and Brookhaven Chambers of Commerce Coalition presents: "Re-Employment or Self-Employment?" Employment Market & Opportunities
11. Oceans and Atmosphere Colloquium, October 31, 2003
12. Ecology and Evolution Seminar
13. Faculty Teleconference Series on Teaching Begins Friday, Nov 7 from 1-3 PM
14. Chemistry This Week At Stony Brook
15. Distinguished Lecture in Computer Science: Jacob Schwartz
16. Geosciences Colloquium and the Center for Environmental Molecular Science (CEMS) - Joint seminar Thurs. October 30, 4pm, ESS 123
17. The North Eastern Linguistics Society Annual Meeting will be hosted by the Linguistics Department
18. Fundamentals of the Bioscience Industry information session
05. Hosp/HSC Conferences/Seminars/Lectures
1. Connecting Generations, Strengthening Communities Conference
06. Charitable (Habitat, Blood drives, Cats, etc...)
1. Fall 2003 Residential Blood Drives
2. College Bowl: A Workout for the Mind! October 28 & 30, 2003. Looking for volunteers.
07. Entertainment (Sports, Movies, Events, etc...)
1. Steve Hofstetter, author of "Student Body Shots" November 5 12:30 - 2:10 pm University Bookstore Atrium
2. Frida
3. Science Fiction / Fantasy Authors - November 11 4:00 pm University Bookstore Atrium
4. Japanese Film Festival
5. Hispanic Heritage Month Closing Ceremony-14th Annual Awards Luncheon
6. Intramural 3 0n 3 Basketball Registration Deadline
7. Intramural 6 on 6 Indoor Volleyball Registration Deadline
8. Seawolves Sports Action All Week Long!
9. 2003-04 Basketball Season!
10. Dave Chappelle To Perform At Stony Brook Sport Complex Arena
11. Wang Center Guided Tours Every Tuesdays and Wednesdays, 12:45
12. Sohrab and Rustum, Saturday, November 1, 8pm, Wang Center Theater, Students $5; faculty/staff/senior citizens $10; General Admission $15
13. The Iron Ladies, Tuesday, November 4, 8 pm, Wang Center Theater, $5 General admission
08. For-Pay Workshops/Courses (SPD, etc...)
1. Stony Brook Ballroom Dance Club
2. Defensive Driving Classes offered.
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. Research Volunteers Wanted At The General Clinical Research Center, Stony Brook University Hospital.
7. Brookhaven National Labs(BNL) - Imaging Studies - 20Yrs+ Volunteers
8. Are you taking Cholestrol lowering medication?
9. Opportunity To Participate In A Research Study On Autism At The Gcrc, University Hospital. Free IQ Score And MRI Scan
10. Acne Study
11. How Do You Manage Your Stress During Pregnancy?
12. Free Lunch on October 28
13. LIPITOR Efficacy in an Alternate Day Regimen (LEADR)
10. Miscellaneous
1. United University Professions'General Membership Meeting
2. Stop The Flu Before It Gets You
01. Administrative (dept moves/closes, employee info, Admin announcements)
1. 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
2. NYS Employees (West Campus and HSC) Enrolled in Empire Plan for Health Insurance - Look for Change Information Mailed Home
Look for Empire Plan Reports that will be mailed to your home from the NYS Department of Civil Service before year end. These reports will announce changes, effective January 1,2004,to the annual deductible and coinsurance maximums, specific to your bargaining unit, under the Empire Plan Basic Medical Program. The Empire Plan Basic Medical Program applies whenever you use an out of network medical services provider. You have no annual deductible or coinsurance whenever you use an Empire Plan Participating Provider. Once you receive the Empire Plan Report at home and review it, if you have any questions regarding the information it contains, please call the West Campus Benefits Office at 632-6165.
Submitted by: Alexis Swiatkowski/Admin
3. Airborne Next Day 10:30 a.m. Delivery not a Contract Item
Please be advised that Airborne next day delivery by 10:30 a.m. is not a contract item and is associated with a higher cost. Airborne's Domestic Express Service, which is guaranteed delivery by noon the next day is a contract item at a discounted rate.
http://www.ogs.state.ny.us/purchase/snt/awardnotes/7901100179pm16.pdf
Submitted by: Mary Woodward/Admin
4. Tape Tours of Library 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
5. Did you use the Blackboard system to teach a course during Spring/Summer 2003 semester?
Beginnng Monday, November 3rd, we will be deleting all rosters from spring and summer 2003 Blackboard courses. (Course content will remain, but all students will be removed.)
When rosters are removed, ALL GRADES, student file submissions (Digital Dropbox) and student webpages disappear from your course. If you have not already done so, EXPORT your gradebook! By exporting your gradebook, you place a copy on your own computer.
For more information regarding exporting your Gradebook:
http://www.learnteach.sunysb.edu/faculty.htm#export
If you have questions, please contact Stony Brook's Blackboard Support team at: bboard@notes.cc.sunysb.edu
Submitted by: Diana Voss/DoIT
6. 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
03. Workshops/Courses/Training (work related; HR, EAP, DoIT, etc...)
1. Employee Assistance Program Lunchtime Learning - Caregiving: How to care for others while taking care of yourself
At some point in life, many employees will be called upon to become primary caregivers for aging parents, other relatives or friends. It can be helpful to know at this stressful time what the daily functions of caregiving entail, helpful ways to structure your time, ways to enlist the assistance of others, and what community resources are available for the provision of concrete services and support.
November 6, 2003, Women's Studies Colloquium Center, 12-1:30
To Register: Please contact the EAP at 632-6085. (Maximum: 15 registrants).
Please bring your lunch.
http://www.sunysb.edu/eap
Submitted by: Linda Tatem/Pres
2. Upcoming workshops offered by HRS Training & Organizational Development
Taking Meeting Minutes: Wednesday, November 5th, 9:30-12:30
Effective Interviewing Techniques: Thursday, November 6th, 9:00-1:00
SkillSoft Sign-On and Use: Tuesday, November 11th, 10:00-2:00
Mastering Performance Reviews: Thursday, November 13th, 9:00-1:00
Oracle Part II: Thursday, November 13th, 9:30-12:00
Say What You Mean, Mean What You Say: Wednesday, November 19th, 9:30-12:30
Communicating With Your Boss: Friday, November 21st, 9:30-12:30
To register, click on link below, complete registration form and fax to Denise Gross at 2-2414. A confirmation with location will be emailed to you a week prior to workshop.
http://naples.cc.sunysb.edu/Admin/HRSForms.nsf/aac30a50eebe3a8185256a6f004b0a84/7c48757ce9aedf9a85256a8d004b4293?OpenDocument
Submitted by: Carol Londoiro/Admin
3. Employee Assistance Program Lunchtime Learning - Time Management Tips for the Holidays
Does the end of the year fill you with dread? Do you wish the holidays weren't an annual event? Do you keep promising yourself that this year you'll get a head start on holiday tasks, only to procrastinate even more? This workshop will provide some easily applicable tips to help you anticipate the holidays with pleasure, while providing a means for structuring your limited time and delegating or deleting some tasks.
November 10, 2003, HSC, Level 2, Seminar Room 2B, 11:30-12:30
To Register: Please contact the EAP at 632-6085. (Maximum: 15 registrants).
Please bring your lunch.
http://www.sunysb.edu/eap
Submitted by: Linda Tatem/Pres
4. Employee Assistance Program Lunchtime Learning - Caring for Caregivers
When a loved one is ill or aging it often appears that the last thing there is time for, in addition to career and family needs, is being gentle and caring to ourselves. This workshop addresses the integral physical, emotional and spiritual needs of caregivers while acknowledging some painful emotions that often surface during these times of stress. We provide some resources for rising to the challenge of care giving and provide an occasion for participants to connect with others for support and encouragement. Specialized resource material will be distributed.
November 13, 2003, Women's Studies Colloquium Center, 12-1:30
To Register: Please contact the EAP at 632-6085. (Maximum: 15 registrants).
Please bring your lunch.
http://www.sunysb.edu/eap
Submitted by: Linda Tatem/Pres
04. Conferences/Seminars/Lectures
1. Harriman School Seminar, Wednesday, October 29, Noon, 304 Harriman Hall. Light lunch. Rescheduled from October 1.
Player Salaries, Organizational Efficiency, and Competitiveness in Major League Baseball
Herbert F. Lewis, Thomas R. Sexton, and Kathleen A. Lock
Abstract: The dramatic growth of free agency in Major League Baseball has caused great concern about the competitiveness of some teams, particularly those in smaller markets. We use a two-stage Data Envelopment Analysis model as part of a larger analysis to determine the minimum total player salary required to be competitive in each nonstrike year since 1985. We examine trends in this salary and determine how many teams were noncompetitive each year due to low total player salary. Finally, we examine the relationship between competitiveness and market size, finding little support for the claim that small market teams cannot be competitive.
Submitted by: Thomas Sexton/CEAS
2. Topics in Oceanic and Atmospheric Sciences Seminar
Dr. Xuelong Zhou from the Institute for Terrestrial and Planetary Atmospheres, MSRC, Stony Brook University, will present a seminar entitled, "Tropical Troposphere Variations and Stratospheric Dehydration" at 11:30 a.m. on Wednesday, October 29. 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
3. 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 5, 2003 4:30pm
Deborah Epstein Nord, Princeton University, "Children of Hagar: Gypsies in the 19th Century British Imagination"
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: www.sunysb.edu/humanities/indexpagelinks/fall2003.htm
http://www.sunysb.edu/humanities/indexpagelinks/fall2003.htm
Submitted by: Adrienne Unger/CAS
4. Dialogues For Diversity, Democracy & Civic Engagement Program Wednesday, November 5Th At 4:00 PM Wang Center
The first in a monthly series of Dialogues for Diversity, Democracy & Civic Engagement Program will be held Wednesday, November 5th at 4:00 PM in the Wang Center. The Panel Presentation includes members from The Workplace Project, The LI Immigrant Alliance, Representatives of the Day Laborer Community and Michael Zweig, Professor of Economics at SBU leading the discussion on Workplace Rights and Human Rights on Long Island. There will be an opportunity for questions and the Diversity Fellows will facilitate small group discussion on issues raised by the panel as well as the University's role in the community. Lite Refreshments will be served. The event is sponsored by The Office of Diversity and Affirmative Action, Community Service-Learning Living Learning Center, the Center for Excellence in Learning and Teaching and the Office of the Vice President for Student Affairs. Call 631-632-6280 or go to www.stonybrook.edu/diversity for more information.
http://www.stonybrook.edu/diversity
Submitted by: Mary Kenny/Pres
5. New Faculty Reception
The Vice President for Research is pleased to join as a partner with the Dean and Director of Libraries, Christian Filstrup, and host a reception for new faculty. This will be an opportunity for new colleagues to learn about the manifold resources and research support assets that are available on campus and meet key staff face to face. The combined reception is scheduled for Wednesday, October 29, 12:30-2 p.m. in the Javits Conference Room, 2nd Floor, Melville Library. Representatives of the principal units in both areas will be present to summarize their operations and answer questions over a light lunch. Please contact Linda Goodman at 2-9961 or lgoodman@notes.cc.sunysb.edu for more information. Pre-registration is requested.
Submitted by: Kristina Duryea/Res
6. Department of Neurobiology and Behavior Seminar: Thursday, October 30th
On Thursday, October 30th, the Department of Neurobiology and Behavior will host a Seminar, given by Gerry Oxford, PhD, of the Indiana University School of Medicine. Dr. Oxford's talk, "The Gain in the Pain is Mainly in the Domain: Regulation of TRPV1 Sensitivity", will be held at 12 Noon in Room 038 of the Life Sciences Building. Light Refreshments will be served at 11:45 AM.
Submitted by: Kathleen Delaney/CAS
7. Center for Italian Studies Symposium: Italian Labor-American Unions from Conflict to Reconciliation to Leadership, October 31-November 2, Free/Open to Public.
Center for Italian Studies Symposium: "Italian Labor-American Unions from Conflict to Reconciliation to Leadership Program: Friday, October 31, 7 p.m., SAC Auditorium: Screening and Discussion of the film, "Vendetta" with Richard Gambino, author of the book, "Vendetta". Saturday, November 1, 8:30 a.m.-6:00 p.m., SAC Auditorium, Presentations from internationally renowed speakers from both Italy and the U.S. Sunday, November 2, 8:30 a.m.- 1 p.m., Stony Brook Manhattan, 401 Park Avenue South, Panel Discussions. All events are free and open to the public except for optional lunch at the University Club on Saturday, November 1: $30 per person; advance reservations required: (631)632-7444. This conference is offered in collaboration with the Provost's Office, the History Department, Center for Excellence and Innovation in Education, and Center for Working Class Life.
Submitted by: Josephine Fusco/CAS
8. Asian And Asian-American Studies Colloquium Series Inaugural Lecture
Inaugural lecture "The Ethics of Personal Law: Minority Rights, Religion, and the Uniform Civil Code Debate in India" by Purushottama Bilimoria, Visiting Professor, Center for India Studies, and Department of Asian & Asian-American Studies
Open to all. Wednesday, October 29, 2003, 12:50 P.M., Lecture Hall 2, Charles B. Wang Center
Reception in the theater lobby at 2:00 p.m.
Contact: Eriko Sato 2-9477
http://ws.cc.stonybrook.edu/sb/wang/events.shtml
Submitted by: Eriko Sato/CAS
9. Encouraging Emergent Language and Literacy: Strategies for Facilitating Language Development
Child and Family Studies and Stony Brook Child Care Services are sponsoring a round table discussion on strategies fore facilitating language development. This workshop is part of the Parents as Problem Solvers Series. Date: October 29, 2003 Time: 12:45-2PM Location: Stony Brook Child Care Services, across from South P-lot.
Please call 632-6930 or 632-7695 for information and reservations.
Submitted by: Joan Kuchner/CAS
10. 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 CenterGreat River, NY
For additional info call: 631-632-9070
Submitted by: Ronni Rosen/CEAS
11. Oceans and Atmosphere Colloquium, October 31, 2003
Dr. Sergey Piontkovski from Stony Brook University, will present a seminar on "Plankton communities and climate change in the Atlantic Ocean" at 12:30pm on October 31, 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
12. Ecology and Evolution Seminar
3:30p.m., Wednesday, 10/29/03, Life Sciences Building, Room 038
"WHAT I MEANT TO SAY WAS.............."
Dr. Lawrence B. Slobodkin, Department of Ecology and Evolution, SUNY at Stony Brook
Host: Dr. Daniel Dykhuizen
If you need a disability-related accommodation, please call: The Dept. of Ecology and Evolution at (631) 632-8600
Submitted by: Marilyn Pakarklis/CAS
13. Faculty Teleconference Series on Teaching Begins Friday, Nov 7 from 1-3 PM
Professor Clyde F. Herreid, SUNY Distinguished Teaching Professor at the University at Buffalo, will present the first in a series of faculty teleconferences on teaching on Friday, November 7, from 1:00 - 3:00 PM in Javits Room 223. His presentation is entitled "The 10 Commandments for Effective Teaching" Seating is limited to 20 participants. For more information or to register online, visit www.celt.sunysb.edu.
This event marks the first of a series of SUNY Research Centers Teleconferences that will be held each semester. The series is sponsored by Stony Brook's Center for Excellence in Learning and Teaching in collaboration with SUNY Binghamton, Buffalo and Albany. For more information contact Troy Wolfskill at Troy.Wolfskill@stonybrook.edu.
http://www.celt.sunysb.edu
Submitted by: Troy Wolfskill/CAS
14. Chemistry This Week At Stony Brook
A Joint Chemistry-Materials S&E Seminar will be presented on Monday, 10/27/03 by Yitzhak Rabin, Bar Ilan University, Israel, entitled "Importing DNA and Proteins to the Cell Nucleus: Translocation Through Nuclear Pores" in Room 412 of the Graduate Chemistry Building. The Reception begins at 10:30 AM, followed by the seminar at 10:45 AM. The host of the event is Prof. Benjamin Chu.
A Special Organic Chemistry Seminar will be presented on Monday 10/27/03 by Dr. Bernard Langlois, Université Claude Bernard-Lyon I, France, entitled "New methodologies for the direct introduction of lipophilic CF3 moieties on organic substrates. Applications to the synthesis of potentially bioactive compounds" in Room 412 of the Graduate Chemistry Building. The Reception begins at 3:45 PM, followed by the seminar at 4:00 PM. The host of the event is Prof. Iwao Ojima
http://www.sunysb.edu/chemistry/seminars/
Submitted by: Doreen Aveni/CAS
15. Distinguished Lecture in Computer Science: Jacob Schwartz
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 Jacob Schwartz (Courant Institute, New York University) will speak about "Psychophysical Experiments via Computer Graphics: an Analysis of the Cafe Wall Illusion." at 2:00pm on Friday, October 31, in Computer Science 2311.
Throughout his long and distinguished career, Professor Schwartz has made major contributions to many areas of pure and applied mathematics and computer science, including programming language design and optimization, computational logic, robotics, parallel computing, and multimedia.
http://www.cs.sunysb.edu/events/DLseries/
Submitted by: Scott Stoller/CEAS
16. Geosciences Colloquium and the Center for Environmental Molecular Science (CEMS) - Joint seminar Thurs. October 30, 4pm, ESS 123
October 30, 2003 (Thursday)- Seminar by Dr. Henry Teng, George Washington University. "Solution chemistry-based and surface process-based understanding of mineral-water interactions: Are they telling the same story?" ESS 123 4:00pm A combined GEO Colloquium and CEMS seminar.
http://www.cems.stonybrook.edu/
Submitted by: Andrea Illausky/CAS
17. The North Eastern Linguistics Society Annual Meeting will be hosted by the Linguistics Department
The Linguistics Department will host The 34th Annual Meeting of the North Eastern Linguistic Society November 7-9, 2003. NELS34 will take place in the theatre in the Charles B. Wang Center.
NELS is one of the leading conferences on theoretical linguistics held in the northeastern United States and Canada. It is a forum for the discussion and dissemination of current research in theoretical linguistics. The conference attracts participants from all over the world. Invited speakers for the general session are:
Ellen Broselow - Stony Brook University
Gugliemo Cinque - University of Venice
Richard Larson - Stony Brook University
NELS 34 will host a special session on Sentence and Speech Processing, focusing on the interface of linguistics with psychology, neurobiology, computer science, and other related fields. The Invited Speaker for the special session is: Dan Jurafsky - University of Colorado at Boulder.
For further information please go to:
http://www.ic.sunysb.edu/Clubs/nels/
http://www.ic.sunysb.edu/Clubs/nels/
Submitted by: Sandra Brennan/CAS
18. Fundamentals of the Bioscience Industry information session
Oct 29, 2003, 6 - 7:30 pm. Charles B Wang Center. Room 104. The Center for Biotechnology is pleased to announce the launch of the Fundamentals of the Bioscience Industry non-credit certificate program. This program seeks to provide life scientists with a comprehensive understanding of the bioscience business environment to better enter the industry and/or government sector more effectively and to successfully contribute to the innovation and entrepreneurial aspects of industry. Don't miss the opportunity to meet the Course Directors at an information session October 29 at the Charles B. Wang Center, Room 104 (Note the change in location) Course Directors will present an overview of the program and discuss the benefits and practical applications of the program. Pre-registration is required.
http://www.biotech.sunysb.edu/certprog/aboutPROG/infoSESSION.html
http://www.biotech.sunysb.edu/certprog/index.html
Submitted by: Angeline Judex/CEAS
05. Hosp/HSC Conferences/Seminars/Lectures
1. Connecting Generations, Strengthening Communities Conference
Connecting Generations, Strengthening Communities Conference Comes to Stony Brook Friday, November 7 in the SAC
Concurrent Workshops, Keynote Address, Roundtable Strategic Planning
Topics: Older Adults Mentoring At-Risk Youth Models; Creative Expression through the Arts; Housing Models; Youth Serving Older Adults; Funding Intergenerational Programs During Difficult Times; Public Policy Issues; Service Learning Models; Intergenerational Dialogue and Action Model
Contact Conferences and Special Events for Registration Info. 632 6320
An Intergenerational Strategies, Inc. Event
http://www.igstrats.org
http://www.igstrats
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Submitted by: Denise Gross/Admin
06. Charitable (Habitat, Blood drives, Cats, etc...)
1. Fall 2003 Residential Blood Drives
The Fall Residential Blood Drives will be held from November 3rd through the 5th from 5:30pm to 11:00pm in the residence halls. There is also a drive on November 5th at the Veteran's Nursing home from 10:30am to 3:30pm. The complete schedule can be found on our website. All donors and volunteers at the drive will receive a long sleeve Stony Brook Blood Drive shirt. So bring a friend and come join us in this life-saving venture. If you have any questions, or for more information on blood donation, please call John at 2-6100.
http://naples.cc.sunysb.edu/Pres/blooddrive.nsf
Submitted by: Carl Hanes/Pres
2. College Bowl: A Workout for the Mind! October 28 & 30, 2003. Looking for volunteers.
College Bowl 2003 is coming on Tuesday, October 28th and Thursday, October 30th. College Bowl is a National trivia game played at colleges and universities across the nation. We are looking for volunteers for moderating, judging and scorekeeping. If interested please contact Maria Terrana, Assistant Director for Student Activities, 2-9392.
http://studentaffairs.stonybrook.edu/studentactivities/
Submitted by: Maria Terrana/OSA
07. Entertainment (Sports, Movies, Events, etc...)
1. Steve Hofstetter, author of "Student Body Shots" November 5 12:30 - 2:10 pm University Bookstore Atrium
Guest Appearance - November 5 12:30 - 2:10 pm University Bookstore Atrium
Steve Hofstetter, author of "Student Body Shots: A Sarcastic Look at the Best 4 - 6 Years of Your Life" visits Stony Brook University. Hofstetter, author, columnist and comedian, graduated from Columbia as one of the voices of the Columbia Lions and a popular columnist for the Columbia Daily Spectator. Recently, Hofstetter began writing for Maxim and ESPN Magazine, was featured in The New York Times, was on an episode of NBC's Ed and Law & Order and has performed in comedy clubs such as Caroline's, Dangerfield's, The Comic Strip and Comedy Cellar. This fall, Steve will headline the University of Maryland, Richmond, Fresno State and plans on releasing his new book within the next few months.
http://www.sunysb.edu/bookstore
Submitted by: Mary Messina/FSA
2. Frida
Come celebrate Day of the Dead with Frida Kahlo in honor of Hispanic Heritage Month. You are invited to watch "Frida" a stunning film on the life and art work of Frida Kahlo. This is part of The Wo/Men's Center's Film, Food and Feminism series. When: Friday, October 31st, 2-4pm. Where: Wo/Men's Center Library and Lounge, Rm. 221, Student Union, 2-9666. Please join us for free food and food for thought.
Submitted by: Laura Kathleen Williams/OSA
3. 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
4. Japanese Film Festival
The Center for Japanese Studies and the Wang Center at Stony Brook University will organize a Japanese film festival in October at the Wang Center (theater). Open to all. Admission is free.
Wednesday, October 29th, 7 pm, Cure (1977/ Kiyoshi Kurosawa)
Contact: Eriko Sato, 2-9477
http://ws.cc.stonybrook.edu/sb/wang/japanclassics.shtml
Submitted by: Eriko Sato/CAS
5. Hispanic Heritage Month Closing Ceremony-14th Annual Awards Luncheon
"Bridging our Community/Extendiendo Nuestra Comunidad" Join us to celebrate and recognize the achievements and contributions of faculty, staff, and students.
12:00-2:00pm, Student Activity Center Ballroom A
Faculty/Staff $16.00 (after 10/22 $20.00) Students $6.00 (after 10/22 $8.00)
For more information contact Tony Ferrantino at 632-6280
Submitted by: Ismenia Molina/Pres
6. Intramural 3 0n 3 Basketball Registration Deadline
Campus Recreation 3 on 3 Intramural Basketball Registration Deadline is Tuesday, Oct. 28 at 5:00pm. Men's, Women's and Coed Teams in both the recreational and competitive leagues are now being accepted. For more information please contact Marie Turchiano @ 632-4145
Submitted by: Marie Turchiano/CAS
7. Intramural 6 on 6 Indoor Volleyball Registration Deadline
Campus Recreation 6 on 6 Indoor Volleyball Registration Deadline is Tuesday, Oct. 28 at 5:00pm. Men's, Women's and Coed Teams in both the recreational and competitive leagues are now being accepted. For more information please contact Marie Turchiano @ 632-4145
Submitted by: Marie Turchiano/CAS
8. Seawolves Sports Action All Week Long!
This week, the Seawolves women soccer team takes on UMBC, Thursday at 1 PM inside LaValle. Also, don't miss Seawolves volleyball as they battle Hartford Tuesday at 6 PM, New Hampshire Friday at 7 PM and Maine Saturday at 4 p.m. inside the SBU Sports Complex. Admission is free for all three events so come out and enjoy all the excitement!!
Submitted by: Malica Jibowu/GST
9. 2003-04 Basketball Season!
Seawolves basketball season tickets are on sale now! Call 632-WOLF for tickets today!
Submitted by: Malica Jibowu/GST
10. Dave Chappelle To Perform At Stony Brook Sport Complex Arena
Dave Chappelle is comming to Stony Brook University Sports Complex Arena. Thursday November 13th, 2003 @9:00pm Tickets go on sale Wednesday Oct. 29th @ the SAC Box Office and on Ticketmaster.
http://www.stonybrook.edu/sb/chappelle.shtml
Submitted by: Jonathan Neman/UST
11. Wang Center Guided Tours Every Tuesdays and Wednesdays, 12:45
Learn more about the architectural vision, programatic mission and versatile facilities of the Charles B. Wang Center by joining us for guided tours every Tuesdays and Wednesdays at 12:45pm. Meet at the main lobby. Free and open to everyone!
For more information for this and other upcoming events, please log on to: www.stonybrook.edu/wang or call 631-632-4400. The Wang Center is open to the public Monday to Friday, 9 am to 5pm with Asian Food available from 11am to 2 pm.
http://www.stonybrook.edu/wang
Submitted by: Sunita Mukhi/Pres
12. Sohrab and Rustum, Saturday, November 1, 8pm, Wang Center Theater, Students $5; faculty/staff/senior citizens $10; General Admission $15
A contemporary play based on a Persian legend from Ferdowsi's Shahnameh (Book of Kings)
Playing a dozen different characters, Zarawar Mistry performs a brilliant solo work intertwining the ancient Persian story of father and son, Rustum and Sohrab, with a contemporary tragicomic tale of a Zoroastrian family from Mumbai. The haunting Persian music is performed live by Tim O'Keefe and Maryam Yusefzadeh.
"A Terrific night of storytelling." City Pages
All performances are preceded by a brief introduction to Zoroastrianism. Created by the Minnesota-based Center for Independent Artists.
Refreshments will be served.
Reserve Tickets online at www.stonybrook.edu/wang
For more information for this and other upcoming events, please log on to: www.stonybrook.edu/wang. The Wang Center is open to the public Monday to Friday, 9 am to 5pm with Asian Food available from 11am to 2 pm. Guided Tours every Tuesdays and Wednesdays at 12:45 pm
http://www.stonybrook.edu/wang
Submitted by: Sunita Mukhi/Pres
13. The Iron Ladies, Tuesday, November 4, 8 pm, Wang Center Theater, $5 General admission
Follow the delightful and comic exploits of gay, transvestite and straight team members of the male Thai volleyball team as they compete in the National Championship. Based on the true story of the Lampang volleyball team in Thailand, The Iron Ladies won the hearts of critics and audiences alike, and broke box office records globally.
(Yongyooth Thongkonthun/ 2000/104 min./Thai with English subtitles)
First in the Asian Loving Film series that explore relatiionships, yearnings and Lifestyles!
For more information for this and other upcoming events, please log on to: www.stonybrook.edu/wang. The Wang Center is open to the public Monday to Friday, 9 am to 5pm with Asian Food available from 11am to 2 pm. Tours every Tuesdays and Wednesdays at 12:45 pm
http://www.stonybrook.edu/wang
Submitted by: Sunita Mukhi/Pres
08. For-Pay Workshops/Courses (SPD, etc...)
1. Stony Brook Ballroom Dance Club
We are teaching Beginner Waltz at 7PM, Intermediate Samba at 8PM, Beginner Salsa/Mambo at 9PM on Wednesday nights (10/29, 11/5, 11/12, 11/19). Lessons are held in the Student Union Ballroom and are $20/pp/dance for all 4 weeks. No partner is necessary.
Please e-mail Victor Poon at vipoon@ams.sunysb.edu or Lin-shu Wang at lshuwang@notes.cc.sunysb.edu for more information.
http://www.liballroom.com
Submitted by: Victor Poon/CEAS
2. Defensive Driving Classes offered.
Call for registration and more information, 632-6822. The Crafts Center is located in the Student Union Building, lower level room 049.
The Empire Safety Council Accident Prevention Workshop emphasizing traffic safety awareness, which is proven to reduce both accidents and traffic citations. Save 10% on your auto insurance(liability and collison)and reduce up to 4 points on your driving record.
Section A:-Two Mondays, 10/13 and 11/20, 6pm - 9pm. SAC.
Section B:-Two Thursdays, 11/13 and 11/20, 6pm - 9pm. SAC.
Payment in the form of two checks: $18/student, $22/non-student, payable to the SB Union Crafts Center.
Additional $13 per person materials fee payable to K.O'Brien.
You must be registered and paid in full before attending. Send payment along with your name, address, phone number and class section to: The StonyBrook Union Crafts Center, StonyBrook University, StonyBrook, NY 11794-3200. You will be notified upon receipt of payment and given classroom assignment.
Submitted by: Janice Costanzo/OSA
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
http://www.sunysb.edu/gcrc
Submitted by: Adnan Rangwala/GST
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.
http://www.sunysb.edu/gcrc
Submitted by: Adnan Rangwala/GST
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.
http://www.sunysb.edu/gcrc
Submitted by: Adnan Rangwala/GST
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
http://www.sunysb.edu/gcrc
Submitted by: Adnan Rangwala/GST
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.
http://www.sunysb.edu/gcrc
Submitted by: Adnan Rangwala/GST
6. 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.
http://www.sunysb.edu/gcrc
Submitted by: Adnan Rangwala/GST
7. 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.
http://www.sunysb.edu/gcrc
Submitted by: Adnan Rangwala/GST
8. 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.
http://www.sunysb.edu/gcrc
Submitted by: Adnan Rangwala/GST
9. 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
http://www.sunysb.edu/gcrc
Submitted by: Adnan Rangwala/GST
10. Acne Study
Do You Have Moderate Acne? Are you a woman between the ages of 14-45?
If so, you may qualify to participate in an acne research study. Free experimental oral medication & office visits. Subjects will be paid $1000.00 for their participation.
Where? Stony Brook Dermatology Associates, 181 Belle Mead Road, East Setauket, NY 11733
Call 631-444-4274 for details.
Submitted by: Jennifer Intravaia/UHMC
11. 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
12. Free Lunch on October 28
Give a sample of your Blood for a Cancer Study and get a Free Lunch.
Place: General Clinical Research Center, 12-South University Hospital
Date: October 28th,2003 Time: 11 am to 2 pm
Contact: 444-6900
Submitted by: Adnan Rangwala/UHMC
13. 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
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. Stop The Flu Before It Gets You
Flu Shots are now available at the Student Health Service for Stony Brook University students and Stony Brook University staff members for a cost of $15.00 . For more information, or to get your flu shot please call the Student Health Service @ 632-6740
http://studentaffairs.stonybrook.edu/shs/
Submitted by: Robert Ansbach/OSA