Campus Announcements for the week of 10/06/2003
Table of Contents
01. Administrative (dept moves/closes, employee info, Admin announcements)
1. West Campus Full-Time UUP and M/C State Employees - VALIC Personal Financial Management Seminar
2. University Senate Meets on October 13th at 3:30 p.m. in SAC 302
3. Update: National Car Rental contract
4. Ny State Flexible Spending Account (Fsa) - 2004 Open Enrollment
5. Summer Sessions Office new location
6. Career Fair (Jobs/Internships/Graduate School)
7. REMINDER: New Vendor For College Tuition Savings Program - State And Research Foundation Employees
8. Chinese Language Challenge Exams
02. Hosp/HSC Admin Announcements
1. Dependent Care Advantage Account and Health Care Spending Account 2004 open enrollment period - September 29 - November 12
2. Introducing Dr. Antonios P. Gasparis, Vascular Surgeon.
3. Introducing Dr. David E. Rivadeneira, Colon & Rectal Surgeon.
03. Workshops/Courses/Training (work related; HR, EAP, DoIT, etc...)
1. Employee Assistance Program Lunchtime Learning - When a Loved One is Depressed
2. Do you know how to archive your mail, invite people to meetings, send an attachment in Notes?
3. Employee Assistance Program Lunchtime Learning, What's Stress Got to Do with It? (2 Parts)
4. EAP Lunchtime Learning - Rebuilding Your Life After Separation or Divorce; Letting Go and Moving On - 2 Sessions
5. Employee Assistance Program Supervisory Training - Workplace Violence Awareness & Prevention
6. HRS Training & Organizational Development offer training workshops for test preparation, Oracle navigation and SkillSoft navigation.
7. Employee Assistance Program Lunchtime Learning - Getting Organized - When Time is Not on Our Side
8. HRS Training & Organizational Development offers additional SkillSoft "Sign-On and Use" sessions.
9. CELT Mandatory TA Orientation Make-Up Session
10. "Teaching in America": A Guide for International TAs - Lunch Provided
11. Teaching With Technology Workshops for Graduate TA's - Instructional Computing needs your input!
12. CELT TA Development Blackboard Series: Getting Started - Posting Content on your Blackboard site
13. CELT TA Development Blackboard Series: Communicating Within Blackboard
14. CELT TA Development Blackboard Series: Utilizing Blackboard's Survey and Quizzing Features
15. CELT TA Development Workshop: Using Student Teams To Enhance Learning - lunch provided
04. Conferences/Seminars/Lectures
1. SAVE THE DATE! - Charles B. Wang -- Presidential Lecture -- "Being an Entreprenuer" -- October 22 -- Wang Center
2. Department of Biochemistry & Cell Biology Seminar
3. Art is: George Quasha, Wednesday, October 8, 12:45, Wang Center Lecture Hall 1
4. Department of Neurobiology and Behavior Seminar, Thursday, October 9th, 2003
5. Department of Biochemistry & Cell Biology Seminar
6. Ecology and Evolution Seminar
7. Harriman School Seminar, Wednesday, October 29, Noon, 304 Harriman Hall. Light lunch. Rescheduled from October 1.
8. Oceans and Atmosphere Colloquium, October 10, 2003
9. Event at Stony Brook Manhattan to focus on items lost dating to Mesopotamia
10. Fundamentals of the Bioscience Industry Certificate Program Information Session
05. Hosp/HSC Conferences/Seminars/Lectures
1. Bipolar Disorder in Youth: Cycling Through Childhood and Adolescence
06. Charitable (Habitat, Blood drives, Cats, etc...)
1. Stony Brook University Fall Blood Drives 10/7 and 10/8
2. Little Miracles Fashion Show - Fund Raiser for Pediatric Oncology
3. Adorable Cats Available for Adoption!
4. American Cancer Society's "Making Strides" against Breast Cancer Walk
07. Entertainment (Sports, Movies, Events, etc...)
1. Oktoberfest at the Marine Sciences Research Center on October
10th.
2. Faculty Reading and Book-signing Event on October 16 featuring Professors Kathleen Wilson and Carol Blum
3. Lecture and Book-signing Event on October 21 featuring Helen Harrison, Director of the Pollock-Krasner House and Study Center
4. College Bowl: A Workout for the Mind! October 28 & 30, 2003
5. Be a Part of the Excitement - Volunteer for Wolfstock 2003!
6. Men's Soccer Takes On Albany Wednesday Night At LaValle! Free mini ball for first 250 kids 13-under
7. Movies At Staller Center "Respiro" and "The League of Extraordinary Gentlemen"
8. College Bowl: A Workout for the Mind! October 28 & 30, 2003. Looking for volunteers.
9. Slice of Rice, Frijoles and Greens - A Great Leap Production, Tuesday, October 14, 7:30 pm, Wang Center Theater
08. For-Pay Workshops/Courses (SPD, etc...)
1. CE Course "Melanoma: What all health care providers should know" Dr. Ashfaq A. Marghoob, Memorial Sloan Kettering
2. Elevated Lipids & Cholesterol: An Integrative Approach to Optimize Levels
3. Defensive Driving Classes offered.
09. Research (Studies, Testing, etc...)
1. Sarcopenia Study in those over 60 years of age
2. MRI Study of Flow in the Brain and Spine
3. Diabetes and Periodontal (Gum) Disease
4. Are You Depressed? We Can Help!
10. Miscellaneous
1. 6th Annual Institute for Medicine in Contemporary Society Writing Contest Guest Judge: Danielle Ofri, MD and Author
2. Veterans Day Ceremony
01. Administrative (dept moves/closes, employee info, Admin announcements)
1. West Campus Full-Time UUP and M/C State Employees - VALIC Personal Financial Management Seminar
Please note that the VALIC Personal Financial Management Seminar for Full-Time UUP and M/C State employees is scheduled for Wednesday, October 8, 2003, from 12:00 p.m. to 1:00 p.m., in the Student Activity Center, Room 305. VALIC recently issued flyers with an incorrect date, and we have requested that they re-issue corrected flyers so that interested employees can sign up accordingly. We apologize for the confusion. Please call the West Campus Benefits office at 632-6157 if you have any questions regarding this information.
Submitted by: Alexis Swiatkowski/Admin
2. University Senate Meets on October 13th at 3:30 p.m. in SAC 302
Tentative Agenda, October 13, 2003
I. Approval of tentative agenda
II. Approval of minutes of September 9, 2003
III. University President's report (S. Kenny)
IV. Provost's report (R. McGrath)
V. Update on System Wide Assessment (N. Goodman)
VI. Resolution on System Wide Assessment (N. Goodman)
VII. First presentation of Revised University Senate Constitution
VIII. Old Business
IX. New Business
Submitted by: Laurie Theobalt/Prov
3. Update: National Car Rental contract
The National Car Rental Systems, Inc. contract ended effective September 30, 2003. As a result, National Car Rental is no longer the service provider at airport locations.
The Enterprise contract is not affected by this change and remains in effect until May 8, 2004.
It is recommended that renters purchase damage waiver protection for all non-contract rentals. All rentals (both contract and non-contract) should be made in the name of the State of New York with the traveler acting as agent for the State. Please contact Rosalie Makarick, Procurement/Travel @2-6022 for additional information.
Submitted by: Rosalie Makarick/Admin
4. Ny State Flexible Spending Account (Fsa) - 2004 Open Enrollment
The NY STATE FSA 2004 Open Enrollment period is September 29, 2003, to November 12, 2003. This program helps STATE employees save money when paying for health or dependent care expenses. A paperless enrollment makes it easy for employees to apply online or through a toll-free number. Employees may obtain enrollment information or request an enrollment book online at
http://www.flexspend.state.ny.us
or call the FSA Hotline at 1-800-358-7202. Employees currently enrolled in the FSA must re-enroll if they wish to continue their contributions in 2004. They will receive re-enrollment instructions directly from Fringe Benefits Management Company. Visit the HRS (West Campus and HSC) web site at
http://www.stonybrook.edu/hr
, News and Events.
Submitted by: Alexis Swiatkowski/Admin
5. Summer Sessions Office new location
The Summer Sessions Office has relocated to the Registrar's office, Room 276 in the Administration Building. Our telephone numbers and campus zip code will remain the same. In person office hours are M-F 8:30 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. Telephone hours from 8:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
http://www.stonybrook.edu/summer
Submitted by: Linda Foster/Prov
6. Career Fair (Jobs/Internships/Graduate School)
The Career Fair will be held on October 15, 2003 (Wednesday) from 12:00-4:00pm at the Sports Complex, Arena.
http://www.stonybrook.edu/career/
Submitted by: Karen Clemente/OSA
7. REMINDER: New Vendor For College Tuition Savings Program - State And Research Foundation Employees
This reminder is a follow up to our August 11th announcement:
New York State had contracted with TIAA-CREF in 1998 to administer the College Tuition Savings Program. That contract was for 5 years and has now expired. NYS has selected a new vendor by the name of Upromise Investments to administer the College Tuition Savings Program for the next 5 years. TIAA-CREF will continue to adminster the program through November 14, 2003, after which Upromise will take over. TIAA-CREF has sent notification to participants directly and more information will be forthcoming as the transition date nears. This affects only TIAA-CREF's contract for the College Tuition Savings Program and has no impact on other business we do with TIAA-CREF. If you have any questions regarding the transition, please call the College Savings Program at 1-877-697-2837 or visit their web site at
http://www.nysaves.org
.
Submitted by: Alexis Swiatkowski/Admin
8. Chinese Language Challenge Exams
Chinese Language Challenge Exams will be offered once each semester, during Prime Time week. For further information, contact Dr. Agnes He, SBS N-525, at 632-1096.
Submitted by: Gregory Ruf/CAS
02. Hosp/HSC 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. Introducing Dr. Antonios P. Gasparis, Vascular Surgeon.
The Department of Surgery is very pleased to announce that Antonios P. Gasparis, MD, has joined our faculty as an assistant professor of surgery and member of our Division of Vascular Surgery.
http://www.upsb.org/xq/asp/code.1302/qx/html_patient/physician.htm
Submitted by: Andrew Toga/CPMP
3. Introducing Dr. David E. Rivadeneira, Colon & Rectal Surgeon.
The Department of Surgery is very pleased to announce that David E. Rivadeneira, MD, has joined our faculty as an assistant professor of surgery and member of our Division of Surgical Oncology. He comes to Stony Brook from the Lahey Clinic in Massachusetts, where he recently completed his fellowship (residency) training in colon and rectal surgery.
http://www.upsb.org/xq/asp/code.1303/qx/html_patient/physician.htm
Submitted by: Andrew Toga/CPMP
03. Workshops/Courses/Training (work related; HR, EAP, DoIT, etc...)
1. Employee Assistance Program Lunchtime Learning - When a Loved One is Depressed
Less than half the people suffering from depression seek treatment.
One out of every five adults may experience a depression at some point during his or her lifetime. Through lecture, discussion and videotape, workshop participants will:
a. Learn the difference between "The Blues" and clinical depression by reviewing signs and symptoms
b. Identify the different types of depression and risk factors for depression
c. Understand that in many cases depression is a very treatable illness by discussing the benefits of medication combined with counseling
d. Develop strategies to intervene with a loved one who appears depressed
October 7, 2003, HSC, Level 2,Seminar Room 2B, 11:30-12:30
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).
Please bring your lunch.
http://www.sunysb.edu/eap
Submitted by: Linda Tatem/Pres
2. Do you know how to archive your mail, invite people to meetings, send an attachment in Notes?
Check out the training classes that Client Support offers. You can even register online!
http://clientsupport.stonybrook.edu/training/Notes_training.shtml
Submitted by: Kim Rant/DoIT
3. Employee Assistance Program Lunchtime Learning, What's Stress Got to Do with It? (2 Parts)
This workshop will explore one of the biggest health problems in people's lives - STRESS. How does stress affect us? What are some helpful tips that can reduce stress at home and at work? Participants will be given a list of resources at Stony Brook University and in the community.
Part I October 14, 2003, Part II October 21, 2003
HSC, Level 2, 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).
Please bring your lunch.
http://www.sunysb.edu/eap
Submitted by: Linda Tatem/Pres
4. EAP Lunchtime Learning - Rebuilding Your Life After Separation or Divorce; Letting Go and Moving On - 2 Sessions
This workshop is designed for those who find it hard to move on with their lives after separation or divorce. Topics include understanding loss, the stages of recovery, and the healing process, working through bitterness and beginning again.
Part I, October 16, 2003, Women's Studies Colloquium Ctr, 12-1:30
Part II, October 23, 2003, Women's Studies Colloquium Ctr, 12-1:30
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).
Please bring your lunch.
http://www.sunysb.edu/eap
Submitted by: Linda Tatem/Pres
5. Employee Assistance Program Supervisory Training - Workplace Violence Awareness & Prevention
Date/Time: November 13, 2003, 9:00-12:00, HSC, Level 2, Classroom 154B
1. Describe the types of persons that disrupt the workplace and their violent behaviors
2. Discuss threats and their impact on the employee and the workplace
3. Discuss the importance of reporting and documenting threats and violent measures
4. Describe measures to take to eliminate conditions that cause conflict
5. Discuss measures to take to diffuse the escalation of conflict
6. Understand the supervisor's role and responsibility in regard to workplace violence prevention.
To register: Contact Corporate Education & Training at 444-9805.
http://www.sunysb.edu/eap
Submitted by: Linda Tatem/Pres
6. HRS Training & Organizational Development offer training workshops for test preparation, Oracle navigation and SkillSoft navigation.
Tuesday, October 7th: Test Prep Workshop for the Second Level Clerical Series Civil Service Exam
Wednesday, October 8th: Oracle Training - An Introduction To Oracle Navigation
Tuesday, October 14th: SkillSoft "Sign-On and Use" session
For details on the above workshops (location, time, etc.), please contact Denise Gross at 2-4501. To download a registration form, click on the link below.
http://naples.cc.sunysb.edu/Admin/HRSForms.nsf/aac30a50eebe3a8185256a6f004b0a84/7c48757ce9aedf9a85256a8d004b4293?OpenDocument
Submitted by: Carol Londoiro/Admin
7. Employee Assistance Program Lunchtime Learning - Getting Organized - When Time is Not on Our Side
Getting things done reduces stress, but getting started is a challenge. And, it's all about managing ourselves without feeling overwhelmed. How do we balance work, family, leisure time and other commitments? We will focus on those things that matter most and identify the obstacles in our path. A questionnaire will be distributed so we can evaluate how we spend our time. Topics covered will be: 1) fighting procrastination, 2) managing stress, 3) setting goals and priorities 4) choosing the right model for taking action, and 5) applying the 3 D's - Do it, Delegate it and Defer it.
October 22, 2003, HSC, Level 2, Seminar Room 2B, 11:30-12:30
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).
Please bring your lunch.
http://www.sunysb.edu/eap
Submitted by: Linda Tatem/Pres
8. HRS Training & Organizational Development offers additional SkillSoft "Sign-On and Use" sessions.
Come to a SkillSoft Sign-On and Use Session. You'll receive approximately 45 minutes of instruction followed by a question and answer period, and then you'll get started on a course of your choosing. All sessions are from 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM in the Engineering Building, Room 231A. The following dates are available to register for:
Tuesday, October 14th
Tuesday, November 11th
Wednesday, December 10th
To register, please contact Denise Gross by either phone, 2-4501, or email, denise.gross@stonybrook.edu
If you would like to see what business and computer courses are available through SkillSoft, click on the link below, where you will find links to both catalogs.
http://naples.cc.sunysb.edu/Admin/HRS.nsf/pages/Training_SkillSoft
Submitted by: Carol Londoiro/Admin
9. CELT Mandatory TA Orientation Make-Up Session
When: Friday, October 24, 2003, 9:30am-2:30pm, Where: CELT, Melville Library, Room E-1337
This make-up orientation session for TAs who missed the mandatory orientations before the start of the semester will introduce new TAs to teaching resources on campus, provide them with university policy and views on teaching situations, disability support and academic dishonesty. In general, this orientation will provide information on where to go for resources to aid them in learning and teaching.
You MUST register for the orientation on the CELT website, click on "Activities and Events."
Please contact us with any questions at 632-1030.
http://www.celt
. sunysb.edu
Submitted by: Nora Ruth/CAS
10. "Teaching in America": A Guide for International TAs - Lunch Provided
When: Wednesday, February 20th, 12:45-2:00pm, Where: CELT, Melville Library, Room E-1337
Teaching in America can be difficult for anyone. But what special problems confront international faculty when they first start teaching in America? For many the greatest challenge is not the English language, but understanding the assumptions and expectations of American students. The aim of Teaching in America is to speed the process of feeling at home in the American classroom. Join us for a screening of this insightful film created by the Harvard University Derek Bok Center for Teaching and Learning. A discussion will follow the showing. Join us at the Celt center and start improving your teaching performance for your American students.
Pizza and refreshments will accompany the showing of the video. Please register for this important event at the CELT website under "Activities and Events." See you there.
http://www.celt
. sunysb.edu
Submitted by: Nora Ruth/CAS
11. Teaching With Technology Workshops for Graduate TA's - Instructional Computing needs your input!
Attention all Stony Brook Graduate Teaching Assistants! Are you interested in learning more about incorporating Technology into your teaching?
Instructional Computing would like to offer some workshops for you this year, but we need your feedback! Please fill out the online survey below
http://naples.cc.sunysb.edu/DoIT/bbreq.nsf/tadevelopmentsurvey
Submitted by: Diana Voss/DoIT
12. CELT TA Development Blackboard Series: Getting Started - Posting Content on your Blackboard site
When: Monday, October 13th, 12-1pm, Where: Union SINC Site, Room 080, PC Classroom. Lower Level of the Student Union
CELT, in collaboration with Instructional Computing, hosts its first TA Development Blackboard Series workshop. As the first of the three-part series, this workshop will teach you how to create course information, including adding a syllabus, reading materials, and office hours; upload documents; begin discussion threads; and effectively manage your course, regardless of the number of students enrolled. For additional information, including what you should bring with you to the workshop, click on the link
http://www.learnteach.sunysb.edu/tadevelopment.htm
.
Please register for this event at the CELT website under "Activities and Events."
http://www.celt
. sunysb.edu
Submitted by: Nora Ruth/GST
13. CELT TA Development Blackboard Series: Communicating Within Blackboard
When: Monday, October 13th, 1:30-2:00pm, Where: Union SINC Site, Room 080, PC Classroom. Lower Level of the Student Union
CELT, in collaboration with Instructional Computing, hosts its first TA Development Blackboard Series workshop. As the second session of the three-part series, this workshop will teach you how to become an expert at incorporating the various Blackboard communication tools into your course, such as: Discussion boards, live chat, virtual classroom, and group work.
For additional information, including what you should bring with you to the workshop, click on the link
http://www.learnteach.sunysb.edu/tadevelopment.htm
.
Please register for this event at the CELT website under "Activities and Events."
http://www.celt
. sunysb.edu
Submitted by: Nora Ruth/GST
14. CELT TA Development Blackboard Series: Utilizing Blackboard's Survey and Quizzing Features
When: Monday, October 13th, 2:30-3:30pm, Where: Union SINC Site, Room 080, PC Classroom. Lower Level of the Student Union
CELT, in collaboration with Instructional Computing, hosts its first TA Development Blackboard Series workshop. As the third session of the three-part series, this workshop will teach you how to get the most out of Blackboard's extremely robust online quiz features. This workshop will explore the following features in-depth:
-Exploring types of quizzes and questions
-Organizing quizzes and questions
-Creating question pools
For additional information, including what you should bring with you to the workshop, click on the link
http://www.learnteach.sunysb.edu/tadevelopment.htm
.
Please register for this event at the CELT website under "Activities and Events."
http://www.celt
. sunysb.edu
Submitted by: Nora Ruth/GST
15. CELT TA Development Workshop: Using Student Teams To Enhance Learning - lunch provided
When: Friday, October 10th, 12-1:30pm, Where: CELT, Melville Library, Room E-1337
Want to make your teaching more dynamic and interesting? Research has documented that students working together in teams learn more, understand more, and have more positive perceptions regarding the experience than those in individualized or competitive learning environments. In this workshop, Dr. David Hanson, Professor of Chemistry, will discuss with you the advantages and challenges of creating a successful team learning environment, as well as providing strategies for addressing these challenges. This workshop is ideal for teaching in any discipline - not only the humanities.
Please register for this event at the CELT website under "Activities and Events."
http://www.celt.sunysb.edu
Submitted by: Nora Ruth/GST
04. Conferences/Seminars/Lectures
1. SAVE THE DATE! - Charles B. Wang -- Presidential Lecture -- "Being an Entreprenuer" -- October 22 -- Wang Center
During Campus Lifetime on Wednesday, October 22, Charles B. Wang will give a Presidential Lecture for students, faculty, and staff in the building which he donated to Stony Brook - the Charles B. Wang Center. Time is 12:45 - 2 p.m. in the Wang Center Theater, followed by a reception in the Theater lobby. Mr. Wang will discuss how he applies his entrepreneurial spirit to business, philanthropy, sports, real estate, and start-ups; locally, nationally, and internationally. The audience will have the opportunity to ask questions. Seating is first come, first served. RSVP to Conferences and Special Events at 632-6320.
Submitted by: George Meyer/Pres
2. Department of Biochemistry & Cell Biology Seminar
Dr. Hazel Holden from University of Wisconsin will hold a seminar entitled, "Structure / Function Studies of Enzymes of the Leloir Pathway" on thursday Oct. 16, 2003 in the Life Sciences Building, Room 038 at 4:00 p.m.
Hosts: Dr. William J. Lennarz, Dr. Hermann Schindelin
If you need a disability-related accommodation, please call: The Department of Biochemistry and Cell Biology at (631) 632-8550.
Submitted by: Lizandia Perez/CAS
3. Art is: George Quasha, Wednesday, October 8, 12:45, Wang Center Lecture Hall 1
What is art? In "Art is", an ongoing work by poet/artist George Quasha, artists let us in on their private thoughts on art definition. Free and open to the public.
The Wang Center is open to the public from 9 am to 5pm, Mondays to Fridays with Asian Food available from 11am to 2pm.
http://www.stonybrook.edu/sb/wang
Submitted by: Sunita Mukhi/Pres
4. Department of Neurobiology and Behavior Seminar, Thursday, October 9th, 2003
On Thursday, October 9th, the Department of Neurobiology & Behavior will host a Seminar given by Dr. Indira Raman, of the Department of Neurobiology & Physiology at Northwestern University. Dr. Raman's talk, "High-Frequency Signaling at the Purkinje to Cerebellar Nuclear Cell Synapse: Ionic and Synaptic Mechanisms" will be held at 12:00 Noon, in Room 038 of the Life Sciences Building. Coffee will be served at 11:45.
Submitted by: Kathleen Delaney/CAS
5. Department of Biochemistry & Cell Biology Seminar
On Thursday, October 09, 2003 SPEAKER: Dr. Robert M. Grainger from University of Virginia will be holding a seminar entitle, "Xenopus Tropicalis: A New Model For Vertebrate Developmental Genetics" in Life Sciences Building, Room 038 at 4:00 p.m.
Submitted by: Lizandia Perez/CAS
6. Ecology and Evolution Seminar
3:30p.m., Wednesday, October 8, 2003, Life Sciences Building, Room 038
"DETECTION OF ALTERNATIVE COMMUNITY STATES ON ROCKY INTERTIDAL SHORES"
Dr. Peter Petraitis, University of Pennsylvania
Host: Dr. Jeffrey Levinton - levinton@life.bio.sunysb.edu
If you need a disability-related accommodation, please call: The Department of Ecology and Evolution at (631) 632-8600
Submitted by: Marilyn Pakarklis/CAS
7. 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
8. Oceans and Atmosphere Colloquium, October 10, 2003
Dr. Carl Safina from Blue Ocean Institute, will present a seminar on "Toward a Sea Ethic" at 12:30pm on October 10, 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
9. Event at Stony Brook Manhattan to focus on items lost dating to Mesopotamia
Dr. Donny George Youkhanna, Research Director for the Iraq Museum in Baghdad and one of the world's most foremost authorities on Middle East antiquities, will lecture at Stony Brook Manhattan on Wednesday, October 8th at 7:30 P.M.
The lecture, "The Iraqi Museum: Current Conditions and Problems", will focus on the effort to recover and restore thousands of antiquities dating back as much as 70,000 years that were stolen, lost, or danmaged during the 2003 War in Iraq and its aftermath.
Please call Yama Akbar at 2-2000 to reserve a seat. Stony Brook Manhattan is located at 401 Park Avenue South (at 28th St.).
Submitted by: Carolee Olsen/UAff
10. Fundamentals of the Bioscience Industry Certificate Program Information Session
Information session on Oct 29, 2003, 6 - 7:30 pm. Center for Biotechnology, Psychology A, 3rd Floor.
The Center is pleased to announce the launch of the Fundamentals of the Bioscience Industry 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. This industry driven and industry focused program gives the broad exposure needed for success in the bioscience industries. Strongly interdisciplinary, this innovative and cutting edge non-credit 4-module certificate program draws its faculty and courses directly from the bioscience industry. This program is targeted at graduate students seeking to transition into non-academic industry careers and current employees of life sciences companies that seek to enhance their productivity and contribute more effectively to corporate goals. Pre-registration is required.
http://acteva.com/booking.cfm?binid=1&bevaID=55516
Submitted by: Angeline Judex/CEAS
05. Hosp/HSC Conferences/Seminars/Lectures
1. Bipolar Disorder in Youth: Cycling Through Childhood and Adolescence
The Division of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry will be sponsoring a conference on Bipolar Disorder in Youth. The conference will be held on Saturday, October 25, 2003 at the Wyndham Wind Watch Hotel in Hauppauge. Speakers will include: Gabrielle Carlson MD, Deborah Weisbrot MD, Kenneth Gadow PhD, David Miklowitz PhD and Melissa DelBello MD. Topics will include Bipolar Disorder and comorbidities ADHD, PDD, Tic Disorder, Family in Treatment and Neuropharmacological perspectives. The conference is designed for health professionals, school counselors, and social workers. The conference includes food and syllabus. CEU and CME credit will be offered. AA/EOE Compliant. For info, costs and to request a registration form call the conference coordinator, RoseMary Citrola, PhD at 632-8828.
Submitted by: Rosemary Citrola/HSC
06. Charitable (Habitat, Blood drives, Cats, etc...)
1. Stony Brook University Fall Blood Drives 10/7 and 10/8
Announcing Stony Brook's Next Blood Drives. The drives will be held in SAC Ballroom B from 12:00pm to 9:15pm this Tuesday and Wednesday! All donors, attempted donors, and volunteers at the drive will receive their choice of a Stony Brook Blood Drive T-shirt OR a Loew's movie ticket. Last year Stony Brook donated almost 2200 pints of blood, help us beat our record this year! 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 or visit our newly updated website!
http://naples.cc.stonybrook.edu/Pres/blooddrive.nsf
Submitted by: Carl Hanes/Pres
2. Little Miracles Fashion Show - Fund Raiser for Pediatric Oncology
The Sunrise Fund is hosting it's second annual Fashion Show on November 20, 2003 to benfit the Pediatric Hematology/Oncology division at Stny Brook. The event will be held at Villa Lombardi's in Holbrook beginning at 6:00 PM. Models in the Fashion Show will include our patients, staff and families. Tickets are only $50. For more information, please contact Meredith Spencer at 444-6949
http://www.sunrisefund.org
Submitted by: Meredith Spencer/UHMC
3. Adorable Cats Available for Adoption!
The USB Cat Network works to humanely trap, neuter, vaccinate, and care for the many feral cats that live on campus. Currently, we have a small number of young cats caputured on campus that are friendly and available to good homes. Please contact Anne Moyer (anne.moyer@sunysb.edu) or Nancy Franklin (nancy.franklin@sunysb.edu).
http://www.sinc.sunysb.edu/clubs/sbucat
Submitted by: Anne Moyer/CAS
4. American Cancer Society's "Making Strides" against Breast Cancer Walk
The CSEA Local 1000 Women's Committee will be participating in the American Cancer Society's, "Making Strides" against Breast Cancer Walk. The walk will be held on Sunday, October 19, 2003 at Jones Beach State Park. Registration and the walk are from 9:00 a.m. until 11:00 a.m. Park in fields 4 or 5. You don't have to be a CSEA member to participate or, to make a donation. For registration forms or more information, please contact Maryann Phelps at ext. 4-8356. Together we can make a difference.
Submitted by: Maryann Phelps/HSC
07. Entertainment (Sports, Movies, Events, etc...)
1. Oktoberfest at the Marine Sciences Research Center on October
10th.
Oktoberfest is coming to the Marine Sciences Research Center on Friday, October 10th from 3:30 to 7:30 p.m. in the Marine Sciences boathouse on South Campus. Come on by for bratwurst, pretzels, apple strudel, funnel cake, soft drinks and wonderful German music. Proceeds go to benefit the Petra M. Udelhofen Memorial Scholarship Fund.
http://atmos.msrc.sunysb.edu
Submitted by: Gina Gartin/MSRC
2. Faculty Reading and Book-signing Event on October 16 featuring Professors Kathleen Wilson and Carol Blum
Date: Thursday, October 16 at 4pm; Senator Jacob K. Javits Room, 2nd Floor, Melville Library
Program: Please join us for a faculty reading and book-signing event featuring Kathleen Wilson, author of The Island Race: Englishness, Empire and Gender in the Eighteenth Century and Carol Blum, author of Strength in Numbers: Population, Reproduction and Power in Eighteenth-Century France.
Admission: Complimentary
Sponsors: Friends of the Library and the University Bookstore
http://www.sunysb.edu/library/specevents.htm
Submitted by: Kristen Nyitray/Lib
3. Lecture and Book-signing Event on October 21 featuring Helen Harrison, Director of the Pollock-Krasner House and Study Center
Date: Tuesday, October 21 at 4pm; Senator Jacob K. Javits Room, 2nd Floor, Melville Library
Program: Please join us for a lecture and book-signing event featuring Helen Harrison, Director of the Pollock-Krasner House and Study Center, and author of Hamptons Bohemia: Two Centuries of Artists and Writers on the Beach.
Admission: Complimentary
Sponsors: Friends of the Library and the University Bookstore
http://www.sunysb.edu/library/specevents.htm
Submitted by: Kristen Nyitray/Lib
4. College Bowl: A Workout for the Mind! October 28 & 30, 2003
College Bowl 2003 is coming. The Office of Student Activities is sponsoring the College Bowl Tournament 2003 on Tuesday, October 28th and Thursday, October 30th. College Bowl is a National trivia game played at colleges and universities across the nation. Both undergraduate and graduate students can sign up as a team or as individuals. Please encourage your students come out for this workout for the mind. Applications are available in SAC 219. Any questions contact Maria Terrana, Assistant Director for Student Activities, 2-9392.
http://studentaffairs.stonybrook.edu/studentactivities/
Submitted by: Maria Terrana/OSA
5. Be a Part of the Excitement - Volunteer for Wolfstock 2003!
Help to create a spectacular day of fun and festivities for the University Community...Volunteer at Wolfstock on Saturday, October 18th. Positions include set up, registration, assisting with children's activities, setting up and serving in the food tent, and break-down. In addition to having a fun day, volunteers contributing two hours or more to help make this event a success will receive a limited edition Wolfstock T-shirt and pin, free refreshments, complimentary tickets to the game, and a chance to win a digital camera. Shifts are available from 10:00am to 8:00pm. To sign up, please go to
https://vector-sigma.campres.sunysb.edu/hc/vform.htm
Submitted by: Sandra Skinner/UAff
6. Men's Soccer Takes On Albany Wednesday Night At LaValle! Free mini ball for first 250 kids 13-under
The Stony Brook Seawolves Men's Soccer team returns to action as it hosts Albany Wednesday, October 8, 2003. Come out and cheer on your Seawolves at 7 PM. inside Kenneth P. LaValle Stadium. Admission is free and the first 250 kids 13-under receive a mini soccer ball!
Submitted by: Malica Jibowu/GST
7. Movies At Staller Center "Respiro" and "The League of Extraordinary Gentlemen"
"Respiro" 7:00 pm, Rated PG-13. $5 adults and $4 students, seniors, and children under 12. In Italian with English subtitles. Grazia, played by Valeria Golino, [Frida] is a beautiful but emotionally unstable fisherman's wife and mother whose erratic behavior rankles the town and precipitates domestic havoc. A contemporary fable shot in the sunny Mediterranian. Written and directed by Emanuele Crialese.
"The League of Extraordinary Gentlemen" 9:00 pm, rated PG-13. Set in Victorian England this action-packed adventure centers around a team of extraordinary figures enlisted to stop a villain intent on turning the nations of the world against each other. Directed by Stephen Norrington. Starring Sean Connery.
http://stallercenter.com
Submitted by: Julie Greene/CAS
8. 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
9. Slice of Rice, Frijoles and Greens - A Great Leap Production, Tuesday, October 14, 7:30 pm, Wang Center Theater
A humorous and poignant feast of stories about the Asian, Latino and African American experiences using theater, music and dance.
$5 for Students, $10 for SBU Faculty and Staff and senior citizens, $15 general admission. Reserve Tickets online at www.stonybrook.edu/sb/wang/events or make checks payable to Wang Center - Slice of Rice and mail to Sunita S. Mukhi, Charles B. Wang Center, Stony Brook University, 4040 SUNY, Stony Brook, NY 11794-4040.
http://www.stonybrook.edu/sb/wang
Submitted by: Sunita Mukhi/Pres
08. For-Pay Workshops/Courses (SPD, etc...)
1. CE Course "Melanoma: What all health care providers should know" Dr. Ashfaq A. Marghoob, Memorial Sloan Kettering
3 hours of CE and a light supper provided by the "Collette Coyne Melanoma Awareness Campaign" Will Discuss the rising epidemic of melanoma and its cause. The discussion will focus on examination of the head/neck and include identification of nevi on scalp, sun damaged skin, fair complexion etc. Discuss the importance of early detection and prevention. School of Dental Medicine, Lecture Hall 195. $25.00 includes supper and CE credits. For all health care professionals. To register call Marge Baldwin at 2-9189
Submitted by: Marguerite Baldwin/HSC
2. Elevated Lipids & Cholesterol: An Integrative Approach to Optimize Levels
The Division of Wellness and Chronic Illness will be conducting a four-part series on "Elevated Lipids and Cholesterol: An Integrative Approach to Optimize Levels."
Participants are examined and evaluated individually to assess cardiovascular risk, nutrition, exercise and stress levels as well as to determine if their lipid management is optimal. The group visits review factors that contribute to cardiovascular risk and increasing levels of lipids and insulin and addresses how they can be decreased with whole foods, exercise and stress reduction. Also reviewed are genetic influences, indications for medications, their side effects profile as well as the most current evidence-based information on supplements and vitamins.
The series is scheduled for Wednesdays, October 15, 22, and November 5, 12, 2003 between 4:30 and 6:30 p.m. at 33 Research Way, Stony Brook Technology Part. Most insurance plans accepted with appropriate co-payment for each visit.
To register, please call 631-444-9815.
Submitted by: Marion Hollinger/UHMC
3. Defensive Driving Classes offered.
Call 632-6822 for registration and more information. 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
09. Research (Studies, Testing, etc...)
1. Sarcopenia Study in those over 60 years of age
Are you over 60 years of age and in reasonably good health. Then maybe you would be interested in participating in a research study. Study participants receive payment up to $1600. For more information, please contact Bernice Sealy at 631-444-3740.
Submitted by: Bernice Sealy/UHMC
2. MRI Study of Flow in the Brain and Spine
Volunteers are needed to participate in an MRI study to investigate new methods for imaging flow patterns of blood and cerebrospinal fluid in the brain and spine. The goal of the study is to understand flow patterns in healthy individuals in order to compare these results with the abnormal flow patterns seen in individuals with diseases such as hydrocephalus and spinal cysts. For the current phase of studies, we are seeking healthy individuals with no previous history of head or spinal trauma, arachnoid or spinal cysts, hydrocephalus, brain tumors or any contraindication for an MRI exam. The study will involve 1 hour of your time and be completely non-invasive. No injections will be given. You will not be paid for this study.
If interested, please contact Mark Wagshul, PhD at 4-9563, or mwagshul@notes.cc.sunysb.edu.
Submitted by: Mark Wagshul/UHMC
3. Diabetes and Periodontal (Gum) Disease
Are you a Type 1 Insulin-Dependent Diabetic? Do you have Periodontal (Gum) Disease?
We are conducting a study to determine whether Periodontal Treatment can reduce specific markers of infection/inflammation that may make it more difficult for you and your physician to control diabetes. Study participants receive a free periodontal cleaning and payment up to $300.00. Please contact Ruth Tenzler RN BSN CCRC @ ext.29452 (631)632-9452 or Dr. Maria Ryan @ ext 29529 (631)632-9529 to see if you qualify for this study.
Submitted by: Ruth Tenzler/UHMC
4. Are You Depressed? We Can Help!
The Department of Psychology at Stony Brook University is conducting up to a 6 month clinical trial involving medication with all participants and the addition of psychotherapy with some. Must be willing to travel up to two times a week for up to 3 months to the site and be available late afternoons/early evenings. If you have been feeling depressed (sad, down) most of the time for at least two years, you may be eligible to participate. All evaluations and treatments will be provided free of charge. If interested, please e-mail PsychDRC@notes.cc.sunysb.edu with your name, numbers, and the best times to reach you or call 631-632-6381 with the same and we will get back to you as soon as we can. All information will be kept strictly confidential.
Submitted by: Laura Klein/CAS
10. Miscellaneous
1. 6th Annual Institute for Medicine in Contemporary Society Writing Contest Guest Judge: Danielle Ofri, MD and Author
All members of the SUNY community are welcome to enter, including students, faculty and staff from all departments on both sides of campus, and employees, staff, patients and families of patients of University Hospital.
Entries should be no longer than fifty lines, and prose no more than 2000 words. There is no limit to the number of entries any one person may submit. Submissions may NOT have been previously published in print or electronic format and must NOT be under consideration for publication anywhere else.
There will be two first prizes of $500 - one for best poetry and one for best prose entry.
Deadline: February 16, 2004
Contact: Catherine Belling 4-8029 or cbelling@notes.cc.sunysb.edu
Submitted by: Elisa Nelson/UHMC
2. Veterans Day Ceremony
Attention all students, faculty and staff, you are cordially invited to our annual Veterans Day Ceremony. Come and honor our nation's bravest. This traditional ceremony will take place at the Student Activity Center, Ballroom B on November 5, 2003 @ 1:00 p.m
Refreshments will be served.
Submitted by: Federico Vogel/UST