Campus Announcements for the week of 01/27/2003
Table of Contents
1. Register Now for Stony Brook Day in Albany - February 25, 2003
2. Use of Certified NYS MWBE Vendors
3. Defensive Driving Program offered for UUP employees and their immediate family members.
4. Old Library Catalog Is Retired
5. Melville Library Tours
6. Workshop on New Library Catalog-STARS-and Databases
7. Lotus Notes Users Start the New Year Off Right! Attend a Lotus Notes training class.
8. Taking Meeting Minutes (Presented by HRS, Training & Organizational Development)
9. Understanding Depression And Its Impact On The Workplace - Eap Supervisory Training
10. EAP Supervisory Training Workplace Violence Impact of Substance Abuse
11. EAP Lunchtime Learning, Lunch Provided Personal Money Management, Part I
12. Deadline for President's Awards and Presidential Mini-Grants
13. Tape Tours of Library Now Available
14. Computer Training Advanced Microsoft Word: Module III NCE 316.3
15. Computer Training Introduction to Microsoft Word NCE 316 5
16. Say What You Mean, Mean What You Say (Workshop presented by Human Resource Services, Training & Organizational Development)
17. Clinical Research Coordinators!!
18. The Family Violence Education and Research Center February Colloquia
19. The Family Violence Education and Research Center Spring 2003 Colloquia/Workshop
20. Department of Neurobiology & Behavior
21. Topics in Atmospheric and Oceanic Sciences Seminar, January 29, 2003
22. Heart Health Lecture "The Minority Report"
23. Networking Breakfast: "Trends and Challenges in Workforce Recruitment, Retention and Regional Development
24. Department of Biochemistry and Cell Biology Seminar
25. University Senate meets Monday, February 3, 2003
26. Oceans and Atmosphere Colloquium, January 31, 2003
27. The 2nd Annual Life Sciences Industry Career Development Conference - "Exploring the Diversity of New York State's Life Sciences Industry".
28. Ecology and Evolution Seminar
29. Save the Date: February 12 - Ellis Cose, Presidential Lecturer
30. Adorable Cats Available For Adoption!
31. Stony Brook January 2003 Emergency Blood Drive
32. 5th Annual Institute for Medicine in Contemporary Society Writing Contest Guest Judge: David Watts, MD - Physician and Poet
33. Computer Training GIF Animator for Web Sites
34. Used Book and Records Sale!
35. Three Author Readings & Book Signings on February 20, 2003 from 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm Javits Room, Library
36. Summer Camp at Stony Brook 632-4550
37. Osteoporosis Prevention And Management Series
38. National Girls and Women in Sports Day Youth Sports Clinic
39. 2003 Aerobics Schedule
40. University Club News! Located on the second floor of the Chemistry Building
41. Chinese New Year at Seawolves MarketPlace
42. Attention All Opera Music Fans and Those Wanting an Introduction to the World of Opera - Grand Opera Sale!
43. SAVE THE DATE - February 7th 7:30 pm, SAC Auditorium An Evening of Poetry with Robert Bly
44. Computer Training Adobe Illustrator NCE 322B 12 sessions Saturdays 9:00-12:00pm Starting Feb. 22, 2003
45. Stony Brook's Outstanding First-Year Advocate Selected
46. Computer Training Macromedia Dreamweaver 4.0 NCE 328B 6:00-9:00 pm, Feb. 24, 26; March 3, 5, 10 and 12, 2003
47. Computer Training QuarkXPress NCE 320C 6:00-9:00 pm, Feb. 27; March 4, 6, 11, 13, 18, 20 and 25, 2003
48. Pottery Sale! Wednesday, 1/29, Student Union Lobby, 10am - 4pm.
49. Giant Poster Sale! Week long sale! Huge Selection of Posters to Choose from.
50. Arts & Crafts and Leisure Programs in the Union. Non-credit classes, open to the public.
51. University Club Winter Buffet
52. Diabetes and Periodontitis
53. Free Treatment Available at Stony Brook for Those Who Lost A Family Member or Close Friend on Sept. 11, 2001
54. Smoking and Periodontal (Gum) Disease
55. A toothpaste study to evaluate a toothpaste designed to prevent tooth surface staining
56. Tooth Whitening Study
57. Study in Psychology Department looking for individuals with depression
58. Black Women and Breast Cancer: An Interview Study
59. International Undergraduate Students!
60. All International Students!
61. All non-international students. Parttime/full time; undergrads and grad students
62. Doctoral Defenses This week
63. 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. 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
3. Defensive Driving Program offered for UUP employees and their immediate family members.
A NYSUT sponsored Defensive Driving program is being offered on Saturday, March 8, 2003 from 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM in the Stony Brook Union Room 237 for all UUP employees and their immediate family members. Cost is $25.00 per person. Checks should be made payable to "NYSUT Benefit Trust" and delivered to the UUP office, 104 Old Chemistry, Z-3475. Office hours are Monday thru Friday 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM. Contact Corinne at Ext. 2-6570 for more information.
Submitted by: Corinne Burns/Affl
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. 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
6. 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
7. 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
8. 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
9. 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
10. 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
11. EAP Lunchtime Learning, Lunch Provided Personal Money Management, Part I
Through a series of Action Steps, you'll learn ways to organize your finances and make wise decisions about your financial future. None of the action steps require any prior expertise or experience with money. All that's required is your willingness to (1) set some goals, (2) collect and record information and (3) take one small step after another to accomplish them. Once you know where you want to go with your money (your goals) and where you are now (your records), you'll be ready to plan the future of your finances.
Date: February 11, 2003 (Part II will be held 2/25/03 and Part III will be held 3/4/03)
Time: 12:00-1:30 Place: Women's Studies Colloquial Center (formerly Peace Center)
To register: Download form from www.stonybrook.edu/hr (click on Training & Organizational Development). Then fax to: 632-6168; or call Denise Gross at 632-4501 for form. (Maximum: 15 registrants)
http://www.sunysb.edu/eap
Submitted by: Linda Tatem/Pres
12. 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
13. Tape Tours of Library Now Available
Dont' have time to join a scheduled tour? Want to know where the book stacks or DVDs are? No problem! Take a self-guided tape tour of the Melville Library. Tapes are available at the Information Desk in the Central Reading Room, 1st floor of Melville Library. See you at the Library! Call 2-7110 for more information.
http://www.sunysb.edu/library/opensessions.html
Submitted by: Janet Clarke/Lib
14. Computer Training Advanced Microsoft Word: Module III NCE 316.3
2 sessions Section B: M, 6:00-9:00 pm, Feb. 11, 18, 2003
This advanced course covers footnotes, document generation, automatic paragraph numbering, styles and document compare functions.
Prerequisite: Introduction to Microsoft Word or equivalent experience
Fee: $105 - 10% discount University employees and students CSEA LEAP Vouchers accepted.
To register go to SPD website at
http://www.stonybrook.edu/spd/career/registration.html
for questions call 632-7071
Submitted by: Frank Esposito/Prov
15. Computer Training Introduction to Microsoft Word NCE 316 5
Sessions Tu, 1:00-4:00 pm Feb. 25; Mar. 4, 11, 18, 25, 2003
This course provides an introduction to the most popular word processing program. Streamline workflow by learning shortcuts. Topics include: creating, saving, editing and printing a document, spell check, thesaurus, search and replace, and moving text.
Prerequisite: Introduction to Windows or equivalent experience.
Fee: $225 - 10% discount University employees and students CSEA LEAP Vouchers accepted.
To register go to SPD website at
http://www.stonybrook.edu/spd/career/registration.html
for questions call 632-7071
Submitted by: Frank Esposito/Prov
16. Say What You Mean, Mean What You Say (Workshop presented by Human Resource Services, Training & Organizational Development)
How many times have you heard that one of the biggest problems in the world today is lack of communication? In actuality, there's more communication than ever before, and more ways to communicate. The real problem is INEFFECTIVE communication.
PROGRAM OBJECTIVES:
* Why we communicate
* What can go wrong during the communication process and what we could do about it
* ASSERTIVE communication
DATE: January 30, 2003 TIME: 9:30-12:30
TO REGISTER: Contact Denise Gross @ 2-4501 or click on the link below.
http://www.stonybrook.edu/hr/training
Submitted by: Cindy Brodsky/Admin
17. 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
18. 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
19. 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
20. Department of Neurobiology & Behavior
The Department of Neurobiology & Behavior Thursday Seminar Series continues for Spring 2003. Dr. Irene Solomon, from the Department of Physiology and Biophysics at Stony Brook University will be our speaker. Her topic will be "Brainstem Gap Junctions in Respiratory Control and CO2 Chemoreception."
Date: Thursday 1/30/03 Time: 12:00PM Place: Life Sciences Building, Room 038
Submitted by: Carol Brady/CAS
21. Topics in Atmospheric and Oceanic Sciences Seminar, January 29, 2003
Dr. William Rossow from the Goddard Institute for Space Studies, NASA, will present a seminar on "Coupling of the Climate's Energy and Water Cycles by Clouds" at 11:30 a.m. on Wednesday, January 29th. The seminar will take place at the Marine Sciences Research Center, Endeavour Hall 120. For more information, please contact the Institute for Terrestrial and Planetary Atmospheres at 632-8009.
http://atmos.msrc.sunysb.edu
Submitted by: Gina Gartin/MSRC
22. 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
23. 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
24. Department of Biochemistry and Cell Biology Seminar
Dr.Vitaly Citovsky, hosted by Dr. Robert Haltiwanger, will be holding a seminar entitled, "Nucleic Acid Transport in Plant-Microbe Interactions: The Molecules that Walk Through the Walls" on Thurs, Jan 30th at 4pm in room 038 Life Sciences Building.
Submitted by: Lizandia Perez/CAS
25. University Senate meets Monday, February 3, 2003
The University Senate will meet on Monday, February 3, 2003 at 3:30 p.m. in SAC 302. Agenda will be posted on Campus Announcements on February 3rd.
Submitted by: Laurie Theobalt/Prov
26. Oceans and Atmosphere Colloquium, January 31, 2003
Dr. Malcolm Bowman from the Stony Brook University, will present a seminar on "Ocean margin exchange process in the Black Sea or Modern Oceanography meets Biblical Legend" on January 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
27. The 2nd Annual Life Sciences Industry Career Development Conference - "Exploring the Diversity of New York State's Life Sciences Industry".
March 25, 2003. 8:30 am - 5 pm. Newman Conference Center,151 East 25th Street, New York City. This conference is the premier event in New York State for graduate students and post-doctoral fellows interested in pursuing careers in the life sciences industry. The focus of the conference is on the ever-growing need for well-trained science and engineering professionals in a diverse range of careers. Industry leaders will address career opportunities in corporate R & D, business development, clinical trial management, law, finance, venture capital, communications, sales and marketing. The Conference is organized by the Center for Biotechnology and is part of its comprehensive Workforce Development Initiative that seeks to address the current and future education and training needs of New York's life sciences industry. Conference is free for students but pre-registration is necessary to confirm your attendance. Please RSVP online at
http://www.biotech.sunysb.edu/
by February 14th, 2003.
http://www.biotech.sunysb.edu/
Submitted by: Angeline Judex/CEAS
28. Ecology and Evolution Seminar
Ecology and Evolution Seminar Wednesday, January 29, 2003 3:30p.m., Life Sciences Building Room 038
"THE ONTOGENY OF CO-EVOLUTION: EXPERIMENTAL ANALYSES OF AN AVIAN HOST-PARASITE SYSTEM"
Dr. Mark Hauber, Department of Integrative Biology, University of Calfornia, Berkeley
Dr. Hauber is a candidate for the Evolutionry Ecology position Host: Dr. Manuel Lerdau - mlerdau@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
29. Save the Date: February 12 - Ellis Cose, Presidential Lecturer
President Kenny invites students, faculty, and staff to attend a Presidential Lecture by Ellis Cose, international author, columnist and contributing editor for Newsweek magazine, entitled, "Civil Rights and Human Limits: Getting Beyond the Past". Mr. Cose will discuss, "From apology, to affirmative action, to reparations. To what extent can we overcome the sins of the past.-- Wednesday, February 12; 12:40 - 2:00 p.m.(Campus Life Time), Student Activities Center II, Ballroom B, followed by an opportunity to discuss from 2-3p.m. RSVP by calling 632-6320. Refreshments will be served.
Submitted by: Christine Quinn/Pres
30. 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
31. Stony Brook January 2003 Emergency Blood Drive
Welcome back from the Holidays and good luck at the start of the new Spring semester! The Long Island Blood Services (LIBS) is not able to collect enough blood due to the ban on the importation of blood from Europe, cold weather and the Holiday Season. LIBS is in desperate need of blood, and the shortage of shipments of blood to local hospitals by 50% is causing surgery cancellations and emergency room closures. LIBS have asked the Stony Brook University Community to help relieve this severe life threatening condition by holding an emergency blood drive. Therefore, Stony Brook University is holding an Emergency Blood Drive on Monday, 27th January 2003 from 11:00 a.m. - 7:00 p.m. in the SAC Auditorium.
For more information, please contact Carl Hanes / Colleen Jacobs at 2-6100.
Submitted by: Carl Hanes/Pres
32. 5th Annual Institute for Medicine in Contemporary Society Writing Contest Guest Judge: David Watts, MD - Physician and Poet
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 may take the form of poetry, short stories, or personal essays. Poetry 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 entry and one for best prose entry.
Deadline: February 21, 2003. Contact: Catherine Belling, 4-8029 or cbelling@notes.cc.sunysb.edu
Submitted by: Heidi Campani/UHMC
33. 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
34. 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
35. Three Author Readings & Book Signings on February 20, 2003 from 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm Javits Room, Library
Dr. Robert Katz, Faculty Author Stony Brook University Hospital will read from his new novel entitled, "Surgical Risk." Dr. Katz' first novel, "Edward Maret," won the ASA Literary Prize for 2001. He is currently working on the sequel to Surgical Risk.
Paul Levinson, author of "The Silk Code," which won the Locus Award for Best Novel of 1999, will read from his latest myth entitled, "The Consciousness Plague." Connie Willis has this to say about The Consciousness Plague, "Forensic detective Phil D'Amato is one of my favorite characters, and the puzzles he solves are always imaginative, ingenious and addictive."
Marc Vun Kannon will be reading from his first fantasy entitled, "Unbinding the Stone." "Remarkably complex and often very funny, definitely original" states Tanya Huff, author of The Better Part of Valor.
Sponsored by the Special Collections Department & University Bookstore
Submitted by: Mary Messina/FSA
36. 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
37. 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
38. 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
39. 2003 Aerobics Schedule
Contact Allison Milano on Lotus Notes or 632-7263 for Spring Aerobics Schedule. Offering Step Aerobics, Yoga, Kick Boxing, Pilates, Resistance Ball, Meditation, Body Sculpting, Stretch & Flex, Step Circuit, Mix It Up! and Boxing.
Classes begin on Monday, January 27th. Registration Fee is the purchase of a Punch Card.
Full Card 35 classes $60.00
3/4 Card 27 classes $50.00
1/2 Card 18 classes $35.00
1/4 Card 9 classes $25.00
Punch Cards are valid for all aerobic classes.
http://recreation.sunysb.edu
Submitted by: Susan Dimonda/CAS
40. University Club News! Located on the second floor of the Chemistry Building
We are pleased to offer 2 for $10 Specials on the following days:
January 28 - Entrée of the Day and Salad with a Beverage
January 29 - Gourmet Sandwich and Soup with a Beverage
January 30 - Pasta, Salad and a Beverage
plus tax and gratuity
Two people must be present at time of purchase. For reservations call Lana at 632-7069.
http://www.campusdining.org
Submitted by: Angela Agnello/FSA
41. Chinese New Year at Seawolves MarketPlace
Celebrate Chinese New Year at Seawolves Market Place in SAC. Vitasoy drinks on sale. Try our Asian foods and snacks.
Submitted by: Madeline Gifford/FSA
42. Attention All Opera Music Fans and Those Wanting an Introduction to the World of Opera - Grand Opera Sale!
Throughout the next 2 weeks, the Library's Book & Record sale, located on the 3rd floor of the Main Library, will feature many LP opera boxed sets for $2-$5 a set, some that have never been played. Now is your chance to catch the Callas recordings you missed for a lot less than the CD versions. For Opera novices, its also a great time to find out what all the fuss is about.
Submitted by: Elissa Daub/Lib
43. SAVE THE DATE - February 7th 7:30 pm, SAC Auditorium An Evening of Poetry with Robert Bly
Ground-breaking author, poet, and National Book Award winner Robert Bly will read from his selected poems including his newest collection, The Night Abraham Called to the Stars. Also featuring virtuoso drumming group Owusu Slater and the Earth Tones.
Discounted books and cassettes by Mr. Bly will be available for signing.
$10 admission. Students are free. Light refreshment will be served. For ticket info call Br. Clark Berge at 2-6563.
Submitted by: Karen Keeley/UAff
44. Computer Training Adobe Illustrator NCE 322B 12 sessions Saturdays 9:00-12:00pm Starting Feb. 22, 2003
Adobe Illustrator is the preferred program of designers, graphic artists, technical illustrators and business professionals around the world. It offers a combination of creative freedom and productivity to the users.Illustrator is considered to be the most powerful design tool for flexibility of drawing with pinpoint accuracy. Topics include: drawing and editing lines, curves and shapes, adding and deleting editing points, manipulating handles and curves and placing EPS, BMP, PCX and TIF formatted scans in your files.The required textbook addresses both Macintosh and Windows users. Cost of text is not included in the course fee.
Scedule; Feb. 22; Mar. 1, 8, 15, 22, 29; Apr. 5, 12, 26; May 3, 10, 17, 2003
Fee: $575 - 10% discount University employees and students CSEA LEAP Vouchers accepted.
To register go to SPD website at
http://www.stonybrook.edu/spd/career/registration.html
for questions call 632-7071
Submitted by: Frank Esposito/Prov
45. Stony Brook's Outstanding First-Year Advocate Selected
Mary Bernero, Senior Curator in Undergraduate Biology, was recently named Stony Brook's first recipient of the Outstanding First-Year Advocate Award. The award, which is sponsored by the office of Student Orientation Programs, was developed to recognize one USB 101 instructor who exhibits dedication to first-year students, makes significant contributions on behalf of fist-year students in USB 101, and has a positive impact on the experiences of students enrolled in the course. Bernero was nominated for the award by students in her fall 2002 USB 101 class. The nominations from her students helped distinguish her from over 60 other USB 101 instructors.
For more information about this award or the USB 101 course, please contact Stephanie Foote, Associate Director, Student Orientation Programs at 632-6711 or by email at stephanie.foote@stonybrook.edu.
http://stonybrook.edu/orientation
Submitted by: Stephanie Foote/Prov
46. Computer Training Macromedia Dreamweaver 4.0 NCE 328B 6:00-9:00 pm, Feb. 24, 26; March 3, 5, 10 and 12, 2003
Dreamweaver is the industry-standard website development software, supporting sophisticated functions such as JavaScript, Dynamic HTML, and CSS. This course will cover topics such as basic page creation, layout tables, frames v. no frames, how to edit HTML, internal FTP capabilities, and how to manage workflow. Students will explore the cross-application functions, such as incorporating Fireworks graphics and Flash buttons. (No knowledge of Flash required.)
Required Text - Dreamweaver 4 for Windows/Macintosh: A Visual Quickstart Guide by J. Tarin Towers, retail: $21.99.
Fee: $275 - 10% discount University employees and students CSEA LEAP Vouchers accepted.
To register go to SPD website at
http://www.stonybrook.edu/spd/career/registration.html
for questions call 632-7071
Submitted by: Frank Esposito/Prov
47. Computer Training QuarkXPress NCE 320C 6:00-9:00 pm, Feb. 27; March 4, 6, 11, 13, 18, 20 and 25, 2003
QuarkXPress is the foundation application for layout of printed material. This comprehensive, hands-on course will guide students through the stages of document production. Topics include: document construction, word processing basics, importing text and pictures, page layout and design, typography, style sheets, libraries, working with pictures, creating colors and printing.
Prerequisite: Introduction to Windows or equivalent experience.
Fee: $385 - 10% discount University employees and students CSEA LEAP Vouchers accepted.
To register go to SPD website at
http://www.stonybrook.edu/spd/career/registration.html
for questions call 632-7071
Submitted by: Frank Esposito/Prov
48. Pottery Sale! Wednesday, 1/29, Student Union Lobby, 10am - 4pm.
The Stony Brook Union Crafts Center is having it's first pottery sale of the season. Decorate your world with fine pottery made by our very own Craft Center Members. Just a reminder that Valentine's Day is right around the corner!
Registration for Spring 2003 Craft Center Classes is underway. Call for a copy our brochure or stop by the Crafts Center located in the Student Union's lower level, room 049.
Spring Pottery Sale Dates: Wed., 1/29, 10am - 4pm; SB Union Lobby. Mon., 3/11, 10am - 4pm; SB Union Lobby. Wed., 4/9 and Thurs., 4/10; 10am - 4pm; SB union Lobby. Wed., 5/7, 10am - 4pm; SB Union Lobby.
Submitted by: Janice Costanzo/OSA
49. Giant Poster Sale! Week long sale! Huge Selection of Posters to Choose from.
Decorate your office, home or dorm with these quality posters. They can be framed for a more polished look. They make great gifts too. Don't forget Valentine's Day!
Sale Dates: Student Activities Lobby January 27 - 31, 2003 9:00am - 5:00pm
Jan.30 at SB Union Fireside Lounge Sponsored by the SB Union Crafts Center.
Registration for Spring 2003 Craft Center Classes is underway. Call for a copy our brochure or stop by the Crafts Center located in the Student Union's lower level, room 049.
Spring Pottery Sale Dates: Wed., 1/29, 10am - 4pm; SB Union Lobby. Mon., 3/11, 10am - 4pm; SB Union Lobby. Wed., 4/9 and Thurs., 4/10; 10am - 4pm; SB union Lobby. Wed., 5/7, 10am - 4pm; SB Union Lobby.
Submitted by: Janice Costanzo/OSA
50. Arts & Crafts and Leisure Programs in the Union. Non-credit classes, open to the public.
The Stony Brook Union Crafts center offers professionally taught classes and mini workshops which are low-cost and open to everyone at the University and in the community. We have a large ceramic studio, photo lab and loom weaving studio and offer memberships as well as classes in these areas. Other courses include drawing, painting, quilting, polymer clay, bartending and defensive driving.
Call the Crafts Center at 632-6822 for a copy of our Spring 2003 Brochure.
Submitted by: Janice Costanzo/OSA
51. University Club Winter Buffet
Friday, January 31 12:00 noon - 2:00 p.m. Featuring live music from the Kenny McKenzie Duo.
Complimentary spiced apple cide with buffet.
For reservations, call Lana at 632-7069.
http://www.campusdining.org/flyers/s03_winter_uclub.jpg
Submitted by: Angela Agnello/FSA
52. 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
53. 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
54. 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 and 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
55. 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
56. Tooth Whitening Study
Would you like to whiten your teeth? Are you 18 years or older? If so, you might qualify to participate in a tooth whitening research study. Please call (631)632-8740 for details. The screening exam will be on Jan 28 of 2003 in Stony Brook Dental School.
Submitted by: Ling Xu/HSC
57. Study in Psychology Department looking for individuals with depression
Have you been feeling depressed?
While brief periods of feeling "blue" in reaction to life stress are common, major depression includes several of the symptoms below, nearly every day for more than two weeks.
* Difficulty falling asleep, staying asleep, or sleeping too much
* Fatigue or lack of energy
* Loss of interest or pleasure in activities
* Feeling down, sad, or hopeless
* Feeling bad about yourself or feeling you were letting yourself or family down
* Trouble concentrating
If you feel that you may have major depression, you may be eligible for a new non-treatment study being conducted at Stony Brook University that's looking at the relation between brain activity and emotion.
Participants must be between the ages of 18 and 60 and be right handed.
The study is harmless and qualified participants will receive $175. If interested, please call 631-632-4099
Submitted by: Daniel Klein/CAS
58. Black Women and Breast Cancer: An Interview Study
Researchers at the Department of Psychology at Stony Brook University are interested in understanding the experiences of African American women who are survivors of breast cancer. Women between the ages of 35-70 are eligible. Interviewees will be remunerated for their participation. If interested, please contact Ms. Nasya Breach at (631) 216-0222 or nbreach@ic.sunysb.edu.
Submitted by: Anne Moyer/CAS
59. 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
60. 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
61. 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
62. 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
63. 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