Campus Announcements for the week of 03/24/2003
Table of Contents
1. Notice to Empire Plan enrollees (state employees): Deadline to file major medical claims
2. STATE Faculty and Professional Employees - New Dental Carrier for the UUP Benefit Trust Fund
3. New York State LifeWorks Program Services Ending April 15, 2003
4. American Express Procurement Card Security
5. Long Term Care for Research Foundation Employees
6. Special Paper Promotion Stock Up and Save on Select Copy Paper
7. Effective Interviewing Techniques Workshop (Presented by HRS, Recruitment & Employment Services)
8. Computer Training Advanced Microsoft Excel Module I & II
9. Enhance your Lotus Notes skills - take a training class with the DoIT/Client Support training team!
10. EAP Supervisory Training
11. The 2003 Research Foundation Summer Appointment process is about to begin.
12. Attention GSEU members. Your Salary increase is on the way.
13. Web-Based Training Programs Available! Free To All Stony Brook Employees (Hrs, Training & Organizational Development)
14. Juggling Work, School and Parenting-What's it All About?
15. Enhance your Lotus Notes skills! Take a training class with the DoIT/Client Support Training team.
16. Topics in Atmospheric and Oceanic Sciences Seminar, March 26, 2003
17. The Institute for Medicine in Contemporary Society presents BARRON H. LERNER, M.D., Ph.D. Associate Professor of Medicine, Columbia University,
18. The Family Violence Education and Research Center Spring 2003 Colloquia/Workshop
19. 2nd Annual Life Sciences Industry Career Development Conference - Exploring the Diversity of New York's Life Sciences Industry
20. Dr. Robert Crease Faculty Lecture & Book Signing April 3 from 5:00pm -7:00pm in the Javits Room, Frank Melville Library
21. "Save the Date" Campus Life Awards for Excellance in Leadership and Involvement
22. Ecology and Evolution Department Dissertation Defense
23. Eleventh Annual Biotechnology Expo
24. Join us as fear-expert Joseph LeDoux probes the "Mysteries of the Mind" on Monday, March 31.
25. Materials Science Chairman's Distinguished Lecture Series, National Initiatives In Nanoscience & Technology: Challenges To Innovation In The USA
26. Harriman School Seminar, Wednesday, April 9, Noon, 304 Harriman Hall, Sanal Mazvancheryl and Herbert F. Lewis
27. Dept. of Biochemistry & Cell Biology Seminar
28. Oceans and Atmosphere Colloquium, March 28, 2003
29. Arts & Sciences Senate meeting today, March 24 at 3:30 p.m. in the Javits Room of the Library
30. CSEA Course Offerings
31. The Long Island Chapter of A.C.R.P. invites you to a lecture on "Diabetes and Periodontal Disease"
32. Adorable Cats Available for Adoption
33. Habitat for Humanity "Students Raising Money for a Good Cause" Car Wash
34. FSA Habitat Raffle
35. Wine Tour Raffle to benefit Habitat for Humanity
36. MARY KAY - Habitat for Humanity Fundraiser!
37. Computer Training Adobe Photoshop NCE321C - Tu, Th, 6:00-9:00 pm, 12 sessions starting March 27, 2003
38. Computer Training Macromedia Flash 5 NCE329B 12 sessions M, W, 6:00-9:00 pm, starting March 26, 2003
39. An Opportunity To Publish Your Creative Writing
40. Dr. Richard Leakey "Meet the Author Reception & Book Signing" University Bookstore March 26 from 5:00 pm - 6:30 pm
41. Stress Management
42. Do you enjoy a good Whodunit? Do you like crime solving? Then you'll love the Mystery Book Sale!
43. Visit the Melville Library's Ongoing Book and Record Sale!
44. I-CON 22 at Stony Brook University March 28 - 30, 2003 Registration: Sports Complex 3/28 at 6:00 pm
45. Meena Alexander Poetry Reading & Book Signing March 31 from 4:00pm - 6:00pm in the Javits Room, Frank Melville Library
46. Publisher's Fair For Faculty & Instructors - Tuesday, April 8, 10 Am To 5 Pm In The Sac Ballroom B
47. Spring Buffet at the University Club Friday, March 28 from 12:00 noon - 2:00 p.m.
48. "A Midsummer Night's Dream" at Staller Center for the Arts Sunday, March 30 at 7:00 pm
49. "Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets" at Staller Center, Friday, March 28 at 8pm
50. Computer Training - Customizing Web Design Using Microsoft Image Composer - NCE 325.6 - 3 sessions
51. Information Technology Networking Fundamentals (ITNF) Section I starts March 25, 2003 Section J starts April 26, 2003
52. Asian American Film Series: Situating Asian America
53. Seawolves To Host Lacrosse Clinic Saturday, April 12
54. Wanted!! Participants For A Theater Workshop: "La Negra Ester"
55. Small Business Development Center presents seminars: E-Commerce & E-Marketing Success (3/26) and Successful Internet and Search Engine Strategies (4/2).
56. Reawaken Spring at Seawolves MarketPlace
57. Shirley Strum Kenny Student Arts Festival, and
58. Diabetes and Periodontal (Gum) Disease
59. Black Women and Breast Cancer: An Interview Study
60. Clinical Trial for Osteoarthritis
61. MRI Study of Flow in the Brain and Spine
62. Do you have stain on your teeth from food or drink? A study on a new toothpaste may help!
63. Doctoral Defenses this week
64. Strategically Targeted Networking Breakfast Series: Regional Financing of the Life Sciences: Availability and Access to Investment Capital?
65. CELT Workshop: Everything You Have Always Wanted to Know About Questions, But Were Afraid to Ask
66. Spring May Have Just Arrived, but Summer at Stony Brook Starts on June 2
1. Notice to Empire Plan enrollees (state employees): Deadline to file major medical claims
Reminder: March 31, 2003 is the deadline to file your 2002 major medical claims with United Healthcare Service Corp. and Cigna/Express Scripts. For more information on filing claims you may refer to your New York State Health Insurance Program General Information/Empire Plan Certificate Book, visit the website www.cs.state.ny.us or call the Empire Plan at 1-877-7NYSHIP.
http://www.cs.state.ny.us
Submitted by: Cassandra Moore/UHMC
2. STATE Faculty and Professional Employees - New Dental Carrier for the UUP Benefit Trust Fund
UUP has announced that, effective June 1, 2003, CIGNA will replace Delta Dental as UUP's new dental carrier. Members who use a participating provider will save money because CIGNA has negotiated a better deal with participating providers. In addition, CIGNA provides an optional dental HMO program. UUP will be sending informational material directly to its members and plans on conducting presentations for its members during the second half of April. If you have any questions regarding the change at this time, you should call the UUP Benefit Trust Fund at 1-800-887-3863.
Submitted by: Alexis Swiatkowski/Admin
3. New York State LifeWorks Program Services Ending April 15, 2003
The Governor's Office of Employee Relations has informed us that the LifeWorks Program for STATE employees, which provided free services related to parenting and child care, elder care, education, mid-life, retirement, and personal budgeting issues, will be ending effective April 15, 2003. Employees who call the toll free number after April 15 will be informed that the services are no longer available and the LifeWorks web site will be blocked. Due to the serious budget constraints faced by the State, the funding necessary to continue this program is no longer available.
Submitted by: Alexis Swiatkowski/Admin
4. American Express Procurement Card Security
An urgent advisory has been issued by the Office of the University Controller in Albany regarding the security of the American Express Procurement Card.
In light of the wide spread use of the card to make purchases via the internet and telephone there has been an increase in fraudulent transactions. Please keep in mind that the name appearing on the card is the person responsible for all transactions made with the card. They are the only person authorized to make puchases and reconcile the account. Cards should be kept in a secure location and the account number should not be shared. Lost/stolen cards and fraudulent purchases should be reported immediately to the Program Administrator and American Express. submitted by Maryann Dolan 2-6017
Submitted by: Maryann Dolan/Admin
5. Long Term Care for Research Foundation Employees
We are pleased to announce that Group Long Term Care Insurance through CNA will be available to RF employees and their family members as an optional benefit. Open enrollment will take place during April with an effective date of June 1.
CNA representatives will be holding on-site employee sessions and will be providing you with additional information.
DATE:4/2 PLACE: HSC LEVEL 3 RM 152 1-3P
DATE: 4/16 PLACE: HSC LEVEL 2 RM 160 1-3P
DATE: 4/2 AND 4/16 PLACE: SAC RM 304 9-11AM
Submitted by: Cori Ribaudo/Admin
6. Special Paper Promotion Stock Up and Save on Select Copy Paper
The Procurement Office in conjunction with Staples has arranged a Special Promotion on select copy paper for the next two months. The following copy paper items will be temporarily reduced from February 3, 2003 to March 31, 2003 with a discount of $2.50 per carton or $.25 per ream. Stock up and take advantage of these limited time savings. Staples Red Box copy paper item # 135855 is now $2.32/rm and # 135848 is $23.20/ctn. All pastel copy papers item #?s 389276 Green, 389278 Lilac, 389279 Salmon, 389370 Blue, 389371 Canary, 389372 Goldenrod, 389373 Cream and 389668 Pink are now $3.87/rm.
http://www.procurement.stonybrook.edu
Submitted by: Christine Wilson/Admin
7. Effective Interviewing Techniques Workshop (Presented by HRS, Recruitment & Employment Services)
This program is designed for State and RF managers, search committees and those responsible for interviewing candidates. The program will include:
-Preparing for an interview
-Setting the tone for a successful interview
-Avoiding discrimination and illegal questioning
-Gathering appropriate, job related information from the candidate
-Closing the interview
-Documenting the interview
-How to write a Resume Screening document
-How to write your interview questions to get answers you need
-Legal and illegal interview questions
DATE: April 10, 2003 TIME: 9:00-1:00
TO REGISTER: Contact Denise Gross @ 2-4501 or click on the website below.
http://www.stonybrook.edu/hr/training
Submitted by: Cindy Brodsky/Admin
8. Computer Training Advanced Microsoft Excel Module I & II
These courses focus on specific functions available in the program and is particularly useful for accountants and budget managers.
Module I (NCE314.1)- Section C: Tu-Th, 6:00-9:00 pm, March 25 and 27, 2003. This special topics course covers graphing and advanced functions.
Module II (NCE314.2)- Section C: Tu-Th, 6:00-9:00 pm, April 1 and 3, 2003. This advanced topics course covers multiple file management, linking, consolidating, auto-filter, pivot table and macros.
Prerequisite: Introduction to Microsoft Excel 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
9. Enhance your Lotus Notes skills - take a training class with the DoIT/Client Support training team!
Go to the Client Support website to learn about and register for our Lotus Notes training classes.
http://clientsupport.stonybrook.edu/training/Notes_training.shtml
Submitted by: Kim Rant/DoIT
10. EAP Supervisory Training
EAP as a Resource to Supervisors -Thursday, April 3rd, HSC, L-2, Classroom 154B, 9-11 a.m.
This workshop is designed to provide supervisors and managers with a clear understanding of the Employee Assistance Program and how it can help in their supervisory roles. Detailed information will be given regarding the process of management consultation and the most appropriate and effective way of referring any employee to EAP for assistance with personal and/or job related problems.
For further information or to register contact: Corporate Ed & Training at 444-9805.
http://www.sunysb.edu/eap
Submitted by: Linda Tatem/Pres
11. The 2003 Research Foundation Summer Appointment process is about to begin.
Using the link below, please visit the HRS homepage to learn more about the Research Foundation Summer appointment process. Click on the Yellow Box for Summer Employment Information. You will find useful information by way of Memorandums, Schedules, and Contact lists.
http://www.stonybrook.edu/hr
Submitted by: Rick Sadetsky/Admin
12. Attention GSEU members. Your Salary increase is on the way.
GSEU members can access the HRS homepage to read the memorandum concerning their contractual increase. Please use the link below and then scroll down to News and Events.
http://www.stonybrook.edu/hr
Submitted by: Rick Sadetsky/Admin
13. Web-Based Training Programs Available! Free To All Stony Brook Employees (Hrs, Training & Organizational Development)
Information Technology courses NOW AVAILABLE.
Over 800 courses to choose from! Information Technology courses and Business Skill-related courses are included. Develop your skills or enhance your knowledge in areas of:
-Communication
-Leadership
-Human Resources
-Project Management
-Finance and Accounting
-EXCEL
-PowerPoint
-Microsoft Office 2000
and much, much more! To register for SkillSoft E-Learning or to get a complete listing of courses: Contact Carol Londoiro @ 2-6182.
http://www.stonybrook.edu/hr
Submitted by: Cindy Brodsky/Admin
14. Juggling Work, School and Parenting-What's it All About?
Child & Families Studies & Stony Brook Child Care Services, Inc. are presenting an informal discussion by the Employee Assistance Program staff.
Can I really handle it all? How can I make time for things that are important? Can I take time to care for a sick child? Am I stressed? Is my productivity suffering? If you answer, yes, to any of the above questions, please join us for an informal discussion. We will be sharing information and techniques on using your time and energy to your advantage, so you can be at your best for yourself, your family and your work.
Date: April 9, 2003, Time: 12:40-2:00 PM, Location: Stony Brook Child Care Center (across from South P-Lot)
For reservations, please call SBCCSI: 632-6930. For more information or disability accommodations, call Dr. Kuchner, 632-7695
Submitted by: Linda Tatem/Pres
15. Enhance your Lotus Notes skills! Take a training class with the DoIT/Client Support Training team.
Go to the Client Support website to learn about and register for our Lotus Notes training classes.
http://clientsupport.stonybrook.edu/training/Notes_training.shtml
Submitted by: Kim Rant/DoIT
16. Topics in Atmospheric and Oceanic Sciences Seminar, March 26, 2003
Dr. Lorenzo Polvani from the Department of Earth and Environmental Sciences, Columbia University, will present a seminar entitled "Stratosphere-Troposphere Coupling: Lessons from a Deceptively Simple General Circulation Model" at 11:30 a.m. on March 26. The seminar will take place at the Marine Sciences Research Center, South Campus, Endeavour Hall 120. Light refreshments will be served. For more information, please contact the Institute for Terrestrial and Planetary Atmospheres at 632-8009.
http://atmos.msrc.sunysb.edu
Submitted by: Gina Gartin/MSRC
17. The Institute for Medicine in Contemporary Society presents BARRON H. LERNER, M.D., Ph.D. Associate Professor of Medicine, Columbia University,
OVERSOLD OR UNDERAPPRECIATED? THE EARLY DETECTION OF BREAST CANCER: A SEMINAR
Wednesday, March 26, 2003 at 4 pm in the Vice-President's Conference Room, Health Science Center Level 4
Dr. Lerner has recommended an article for participants to read in advance; when you RSVP (see below) we will send you the article.
All welcome. Admission free, but please RSVP by calling (631) 444-8029 or e-mailing elnelson@notes.cc.sunysb.edu
Submitted by: Heidi Campani/UHMC
18. The Family Violence Education and Research Center Spring 2003 Colloquia/Workshop
Family Violence Colloquia/ Workshop Presents: WorkShop -- April 4th - The fire starts at home: Treatment implication for juvenile fire setters and their families. Friday 8:30 to 12p.m.
Colloquia -- April 10th - Suffolk county SANE program: Sexual Assault Nurse Examiner, Thursday 11:30 to 1p.m.
Both events will be held in Lecture Hall 6, Level 3.
Submitted by: Kelvin Tune/HSC
19. 2nd Annual Life Sciences Industry Career Development Conference - Exploring the Diversity of New York's Life Sciences Industry
March 25, 2003. 8:30 am - 4 pm. Newman Conference Center, NYC. This conference is the premier event in New York State for graduate students and post-doctoral fellows interested in pursuing careers in the life sciences industry. The focus of the conference is on the ever-growing need for well-trained science and engineering professionals in a diverse range of careers. Industry leaders will address career opportunities in corporate R & D, business development, clinical trial management, law, finance, venture capital, communications, sales and marketing. The Conference is organized by the Center for Biotechnology and is part of its comprehensive Workforce Development Initiative that seeks to address the current and future education and training needs of New York's life sciences industry. Conference is free for students but pre-registration is necessary to confirm your attendance. Please RSVP online at
http://www.biotech.sunysb.edu/
http://www.biotech.sunysb.edu/careerdev/index.html
Submitted by: Angeline Judex/CEAS
20. Dr. Robert Crease Faculty Lecture & Book Signing April 3 from 5:00pm -7:00pm in the Javits Room, Frank Melville Library
Dr. Robert Crease, Professor, Department of Philosophy Stony Brook and Brookhaven Laboratory Historian will present a multimedia lecture based on his forthcoming book, "The Prism and the Pendulum: The 10 Most Beautiful Experiments in Science." Dr. Crease is also the author of "Making Physics: A Biography of Brookhaven National Laboratory," "Peace and War: Reminiscences of a Life at the Frontiers of Science" and "The Second Creation: Makers of the Revolution in 20th Century Physics." "American Philosophy of Technology" by Hans Achterhuis, translated from the Dutch by Robert Crease will also be available for signing.
Sponsored by the Melville Library & University Bookstore
http://www.stonybrook.edu/bookstore
Submitted by: Mary Messina/FSA
21. "Save the Date" Campus Life Awards for Excellance in Leadership and Involvement
Save the Date!!!! Campus Life Awards for Excellance in Leadership & Involvement, Wednesday, May 7th from 5pm-7pm in the SAC Aud. Come out and recognize the outstanding achievements of student leaders, organizations, and advisors for their hard work. For nomination forms please stop by SAC 219.
Submitted by: Tania Ortiz/OSA
22. Ecology and Evolution Department Dissertation Defense
9:30a.m., Tuesday, March 25, 2003 Life Sciences Building, Room 038
"SEQUENCE VARIATION, MOLECULAR EVOLUTION AND SUBFUNCTIONALIZATION OF ALCOHOL DEHYDROGENASE (ADH) PARALOGS IN DROSOPHILA MOJAVENSIS AND DROSOPHILA ARIZONAE"
Luciano Matzkin, Department of Ecology and Evolution, SUNY at Stony Brook
If you need a disability-related accommodation, please call: The Department of Ecology and Evolution at (631) 632-8600
Submitted by: Marilyn Pakarklis/CAS
23. Eleventh Annual Biotechnology Expo
The Center for Biotechnology is hosting the Eleventh Annual Biotechnology Expo on Thursday, April 3, 2003 from 11AM-3PM in the Level 3 Galleria of the HSC. All research scientists, lab technicians and students are invited to attend and view the latest in laboratory equipment. Companies represented include Amersham Biosciences, Bio-RAd, Brinkmann-Eppendorf, IMGEN Technologies, Labrepco,Molecular Devices, Morrell Instrument Co.,NUNC/OWL,Pierce Biotechnology,Rainin Instrument, Roche Diagnostics,Spectra Services, Techne Inc., Thermo Electron,USA Scientific, Waters Corp. For more information, please call 631-632-8521.
Submitted by: Angeline Judex/CEAS
24. Join us as fear-expert Joseph LeDoux probes the "Mysteries of the Mind" on Monday, March 31.
Please join us Monday, March 31, 2002 at 4:30 p.m. in the Staller Center for the Seventh Annual Swartz Foundation Mind/Brain Lecture: "The Synaptic Self: How Our Brains Become Who We Are" with Joseph E. LeDoux. LeDoux, Professor of Neural Science and Psychology and Director, Center for the Neuroscience of Fear and Anxiety, New York University, is a noted researcher in the field of brain science, having spent the past 20 years studying the neurobiology of emotion, working in the fear system of the brain. He was recently featured in the March issue of Discover magazine and a February issue of Newsweek. LeDoux also received his Ph.D. from Stony Brook University. To learn more about LeDoux, please visit the Swartz Foundation Web site at www.swartzneuro.org.
The lecture is free and open to the general public.
http://www.stonybrook.edu/sb/mind/
Submitted by: Shelley Catalano/UAff
25. Materials Science Chairman's Distinguished Lecture Series, National Initiatives In Nanoscience & Technology: Challenges To Innovation In The USA
MARCH 27, 2003, 1:30 - 2:30 PM, ENGINEERING ROOM 231
Duncan Moore, Professor of Optical and Biomedical Engineering and CEO of the Infotonics Technology Center at the University of Rochester, was Associate Director for Technology in The White House Office of Science and Technology Policy where he worked with Dr. Neal Lane, President Clinton's Science Advisor, to advise the President on U.S. technology policy, including the Next Generation Internet, Clean Car Initiative, and NASA.
Freedom to innovate is one of the important strengths of America. Innovation, including the current exciting efforts in nanotechnology, is encouraged by financial investment, but there are barriers to technical and business innovation, including shortages of intellectual workforce and trained workers, government-imposed regulations, stiff standards, and international trade constraints. We will discuss how these barriers impede innovation, as well as the federal S&T policy and how it can encourage progress in nanotechnology and other emerging technologies.
Submitted by: Henry White/CEAS
26. Harriman School Seminar, Wednesday, April 9, Noon, 304 Harriman Hall, Sanal Mazvancheryl and Herbert F. Lewis
"A Model for Efficiency Analysis of Customer Satisfaction"
Current research in customer satisfaction has primarily focused on its antecedents and consequences at the individual and firm level. Such research does not help managers measure the efficiency of their customer satisfaction efforts but only its effectiveness. We use Data Envelopment Analysis (DEA) to examine the issue of efficiency. DEA is a linear programming based methodology used to measure relative efficiency of Decision Making Units (DMUs) in a given industry. We use a 3-Stage DEA model, which is an extension of the basic DEA approach, as it is consistent with customer satisfaction literature. We apply this model to 22 firms in the automobile industry. Preliminary results indicate that less than 20% of the firms in the automobile industry are efficient in creating customer satisfaction.
Submitted by: Thomas Sexton/CEAS
27. Dept. of Biochemistry & Cell Biology Seminar
Dr. Douglas Koshland, Hosted by Dr. Hollingworth, from Carnegie Institution of Washington will be holding a seminar entitled, "Chromosomes: Better Packaged & More Integrity Than Your Average Politician. How Do They Do It?" on Thursday, March 27, 2003 in the Life Sciences Building, Room 038 at 4:00 p.m.
Submitted by: Lizandia Perez/CAS
28. Oceans and Atmosphere Colloquium, March 28, 2003
Mr. Sydney Levitus from NOAA, will present a seminar on "Warming of the World Ocean" at 12:30pm on March 28, 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://wwww.msrc.sunysb.edu/news.oac.html
Submitted by: Katerina Panagiotakopoulou/MSRC
29. Arts & Sciences Senate meeting today, March 24 at 3:30 p.m. in the Javits Room of the Library
Tentative Agenda
I. Approval of Tentative Agenda
II. Approval of Minutes from February 24, 2003
III. Report of the Arts & Sciences Senate President (J. Kuchner)
IV. Committee on Academic Standing and Appeals (E. Mendieta)
V. Academic Judiciary Committee (J. Shea)
VI. Presentation of Revisions to A&S Senate Constitution and By-Laws (attached)
VII. Old Business
VIII. New Business
Submitted by: Laurie Theobalt/Prov
30. CSEA Course Offerings
The School of Health Technology and Management is pleased to announce its new course offerings for spring 2003.
During the week of March 24, 2003 the following will be offered: Introduction to the Internet I.
All classes will be held in the SHTM/MILC, HSC L-2, Room 500, located behind the escalators on level 2.
If you are interested in attending this or any other class and have not received a registration form, please call 4-2252 to request that one be sent to you. Additional classes will be held throughout the spring. Registration is required, but walk-ins will be accommodated on a space available basis.
Submitted by: Catherine Horgan/HSC
31. The Long Island Chapter of A.C.R.P. invites you to a lecture on "Diabetes and Periodontal Disease"
The Long Island Chapter of A.C.R.P. invites you to a lecture on "Diabetes and Periodontal Disease"
Speaker: Dr. Maria E. Ryan, Date: Wednesday, March 26,2003, Time: 5:30 - 7:30pm, Location: Lecture Hall 5, Level 3, H.S.C. @ S.U.N.Y.S.B.
Topic: "Host Modulation/Periodontal Therapy - Effects on Diabetes"
RSVP: Light Supper provided by CollaGenex Pharmaceuticals, Ruth J. Tenzler @ ext. 29452 or (631)632-9452 Maureen Hurst @ ext. 49034 or (631)444-9034
http://blackwidow.informatics.sunysb.edu/dermatology/clinical.cfm
Submitted by: Ruth Tenzler/UHMC
32. 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
33. Habitat for Humanity "Students Raising Money for a Good Cause" Car Wash
Car Wash!!!!Students are raising money for a good cause. Come get your car washed. $5 a car. All funds will be donated towards Habitat for Humanity. Wednesday, March 26th, 12:40-2:00 Stony Brook Union (on the side of the building)
For more information contact Tania Ortiz @ 632-9392 or e-mail tortiz@notes.cc.sunysb.edu
Submitted by: Tania Ortiz/OSA
34. FSA Habitat Raffle
March 17-March 26 FSA and Campus Dining Services are sponsoring a raffle to benefit Habitat for Humanity. All proceeds will go to building the 2003 Stony Brook House. Tickets are only $1 each! Enter for a chance to win great prizes including a $500 meal plan which can be applied to faculty/staff, resident, apartment and commuter plans. For raffle tickets please contact Chris at 632-6513 or come to room 250 in the Student Union. Chances will also be sold on Monday 3/24 and Wednesday 3/26 in the Student Union during campus life time.
Submitted by: Joane Vincent/UST
35. Wine Tour Raffle to benefit Habitat for Humanity
Wine Tour Raffle to benefit Habitat for Humanity Drawing
Thanks to all of you who so enthusiastically embraced this fabulous offer to help Habitat for Humanity! We are pleased to invite you to join us as we select the winner on Wednesday, March 26, at 4:30 pm in the level 2 lobby area of the HSC. Although you need not be present to win, we hope you can stop by to celebrate with us, and meet the representative from the wine tour company. Best of luck to all who participated!
Submitted by: Catherine Horgan/HSC
36. MARY KAY - Habitat for Humanity Fundraiser!
Mary Kay!!!!! The Accounting Department is sponsoring a Mary Kay Habitat for Humanity Fundraiser!
WHEN: March 25 WHERE: SAC TIME: 11am to 2pm.
All Profits will be donated to the 2003 Stony Brook Habitat for Humanity home. Come and purchase your favorite Mary Kay products or try some new ones. Enter you name in a FREE raffle for a Mary Kay Spa Set. Mary Kay Catalogs are now available for you to take home and share with your co-workers, family and friends. Can't make it - Call Pat Flatley 632-1191 to place your order or stop by Room 460 Administration Building. Open to All.
Submitted by: Patricia Flatley/Admin
37. Computer Training Adobe Photoshop NCE321C - Tu, Th, 6:00-9:00 pm, 12 sessions starting March 27, 2003
Photoshop, the most powerful image editing software on the market. Whether you want to learn how to prepare photographs for offset printing or just want to create good-looking scans for your personal homepage, a working knowledge of Photoshop is essential. Topics covered will include the Photoshop work area, image basics, working with selections, working with layers, painting, masks, channels, creating special effects, basic pen tool techniques and creating images for electronic publishing. We will be working in the Windows environment. The required textbook addresses both Macintosh and Windows users. Cost of text is not included in the course fee.
Prerequisite: Introduction to Windows or equivalent experience.
March 27; April 1, 3, 8, 10, 15, 22, 24 and 29; May 1, 6 and 8, 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 631-632-7071
Submitted by: Frank Esposito/Prov
38. Computer Training Macromedia Flash 5 NCE329B 12 sessions M, W, 6:00-9:00 pm, starting March 26, 2003
Required Text: Macromedia Flash 5: Training from the Source
Macromedia Flash is the professional standard for producing high-impact Web experiences. The focus is on creating animation for the World Wide Web. This course will guide students through the fundamentals of animation such as Flash drawing, story boarding, creating layers, key framing, character animation, and creating interactive animation. Mastering the use of these advanced features is considered the industry standard for web animators. By the end of the course, students will have a thorough understanding of Flash basics, plus the know-how to build Flash projects incorporating sound, interactivity, and engaging animations.
March 26 and 31; Apr. 2, 7, 9, 14, 21, 23, 28 and 30; May 5 and 7, 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 631-632-7071
Submitted by: Frank Esposito/Prov
39. An Opportunity To Publish Your Creative Writing
Focus On Women, On Diversity gives members of the Stony Brook Campus an opportunity to speak out on contemporary social issues, and explore the diversity of their lives-lives shaped by ethnicity, sexual orientation, race economics, age and religion. The journal includes essays, poetry, short stories, academic papers, paintings, drawings and photographs. Prefence is given to works addressing feminist, multi-cultural and campus issues.
Bring your submissions to the Women's Studies Office, Old Chemistry 105. For more information call 2-9176
Submitted by: Constance Koppelman/CAS
40. Dr. Richard Leakey "Meet the Author Reception & Book Signing" University Bookstore March 26 from 5:00 pm - 6:30 pm
Dr. Richard Leakey, famous anthropologist, activist, politician and one of the foremost authorities on wildlife/nature conservation will be at the University Bookstore on March 26, 2003 from 5:00 pm - 6:30 pm for an informal "Meet the Author Reception & Book Signing Event."
http://www.stonybrook.edu/bookstore
Submitted by: Mary Messina/FSA
41. Stress Management
The Division of Wellness and Chronic Illness in the Department of Family Medicine will be presenting a series of three workshops on stress management.
These workshops focus on meditation as a core experience for stress management. The group is introduced to several forms of meditation including breathing techniques, the stress relaxation response, mindfulness meditation, walking meditations, heart-centered meditations and others.
Other aspects of stress management discussed are sound nutrition, movement, sleep practices, time management and prioritization, awareness of thought patterns and related emotions.
Workshop dates are Wednesdays, April 2, 7, and 16 between 5:30 and 6:45 pm at 33 Research Way, East Setauket, NY.
Lower your stress and register early for this popular workshop since seating is limited to fifteen participants. The fee for the three sessions is $60.00. For information and registration, please call 444-9815.
Submitted by: Marion Hollinger/UHMC
42. Do you enjoy a good Whodunit? Do you like crime solving? Then you'll love the Mystery Book Sale!
The Melville Library's Book and Record Sale, located on the 3rd floor of the Main Library, is featuring Mystery novels; most for only 50 cents! Brain teasers, thrillers, crime novels, and more by a variety of authors. Supply is replenished regularly! Hurry and get them while they last!
Submitted by: Elissa Daub/Lib
43. Visit the Melville Library's Ongoing Book and Record Sale!
The Melville Library's Book and Record sale, located on the 3rd floor of the Main Library, across from the Circulation/Reserve Desk, offers a large selection of books to choose from in Anthropology, Sociology, Literature, Fiction, Political Science, Teaching/Learning, History, Business, Psychology, and many more! There is also a great selection of Classical, Popular, and Opera records. Supply is replenished regularly, so keep checking back!
Submitted by: Elissa Daub/Lib
44. I-CON 22 at Stony Brook University March 28 - 30, 2003 Registration: Sports Complex 3/28 at 6:00 pm
I-CON 22, The Northeast's Largest Science Fiction Convention's Special Guests this year are: Harlan Ellison, Robin Curtis, Robert Leeshock, Barry Malzberg with teleconferencing with Anne McCaffrey and Robert Silverburg. Enjoy films such as Lord of the Rings, all 5 Star Wars movies, Lilo & Stitch, Blade and more! Games and prizes will be given away by Chessex, Reaper Miniatures, WizKids, Wizards of the Coast and more! Register Friday, March 28 at the Sports Complex 6:00 pm and have a great sci-fi weekend.
http://www.iconsf.org
Submitted by: Mary Messina/FSA
45. Meena Alexander Poetry Reading & Book Signing March 31 from 4:00pm - 6:00pm in the Javits Room, Frank Melville Library
Meena Alexander will visit Stony Brook University and read from her poetry books entitled, "Illiterate Heart" and "The Shock of Arrival." Light refreshments will be served.
Sponsored by The Poetry Center, Frank Melville Library & University Bookstore
http://www.stonybrook.edu/bookstore
Submitted by: Mary Messina/FSA
46. Publisher's Fair For Faculty & Instructors - Tuesday, April 8, 10 Am To 5 Pm In The Sac Ballroom B
Enjoy refreshments or a light lunch while browsing through books from various publishers at the University Bookstore's 1st Annual Publisher's Fair.
The following publishers will be here to answer your questions: Pearson, Prentice Hall, Allyn & Bacon, Addison-Wesley,Thompson, Harcourt, Wadsworth, McGraw-Hill, Wiley, Houghton Mifflin, Von Holtzbrink Publishing, and Campus Course Paks. The Bookstore will be available to take your textbook requisitions.
Don't forget to enter the Raffle for your chance to win a DVD Player, $50 Faculty/Staff Meal Plan, and other great prizes!
http://stonybrook.edu/bookstore
Submitted by: Donna Klingel/FSA
47. Spring Buffet at the University Club Friday, March 28 from 12:00 noon - 2:00 p.m.
To view the menu, visit www.campusdining.org and click on Events. Enjoy live entertainment.The Spring Buffet is $10.95 per person plus tax and gratuity. For more information or to make reservations, please call Lana at 632-7069.
http://www.campusdining.org
Submitted by: Angela Agnello/FSA
48. "A Midsummer Night's Dream" at Staller Center for the Arts Sunday, March 30 at 7:00 pm
Aquila Theatre Company of London/NY presents Shakespeare's timeless comedy on Staller Center's Main Stage. Tickets are $28; $25 for faculty, staff, seniors and students; $14 children 12 and under. Stony Brook students can purchase tickets for half price with ID at Staller Box Office. Student rush tickets are available for $7 subject to availability 15 minutes before the show.
http://stallercenter.com
Submitted by: Julie Greene/CAS
49. "Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets" at Staller Center, Friday, March 28 at 8pm
Part Two of J.K. Rowling's Harry Potter series. 161 minutes. Rated PG. Tickets $5; $4 students, seniors and children.
http://stallercenter.com
Submitted by: Julie Greene/CAS
50. Computer Training - Customizing Web Design Using Microsoft Image Composer - NCE 325.6 - 3 sessions
Image Composer provides an foundational body of knowledge that may be used with any imaging software to create, customize and arrange your on-screen images. Make your websites come alive with high-quality, professional-looking graphics. Topics include: arranging, customizing and creating on-screen graphics by featuring the use of images with shapes.
Prerequisite: Introduction to Windows and experience in basic webpage creation.
Section C: Sat, 1:00-4:00 pm, Apr. 5, 12 and 26, 2003. Fee: $175 - 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
51. Information Technology Networking Fundamentals (ITNF) Section I starts March 25, 2003 Section J starts April 26, 2003
Students learn about PC hardware and system maintenance procedures. Configuration settings upgrading systems, installing printers and monitors, removing and replacing components, and troubleshooting are covered. Students will also learn installation procedures; deal with legacy systems; manage peripheral devices. In hands-on exercises, students install Windows operating systems, use the FDISK utility, perform backups, manage system files, configure networks, configure Internet access, and troubleshoot operating system errors. Will include Introduction to computer networking from local-area network to wide-area network technology.
Course length, 105 hours, Certification achieved at the conclusion of passing exams: A+ Computer Technician, Net+ Network Technician.
Fee: $3195.00 - 10% discount University employees and students. To register contact Marlene Brennan, Computer Technologies and Specialized Programs at 631-632-7068.
Submitted by: Frank Esposito/Prov
52. Asian American Film Series: Situating Asian America
The Frank Melville, Jr. Memorial Library presents, in collaboration with the Charles B. Wang Center, a month-long film series celebrated Asian Heritage Month, from March 27 to May 1, 2003.
Program includes: Thursday, March 27: The Color of Honor/Special Guest: Director Loni Ding
Wednesday, April 2: Margaret Cho's I'm the One That I Want
Thursday, April 3: From Hollywood to Hanoi
Wednesday, April 9: Memories of a Forgotten War/Special Guest: Co-director Sari Lluch Dalena
Thursday, April 10: First Person Plural/Special Guest: Karina Kim
Wednesday, April 23: Miss India Georgia, Turbans/Special Guest: S. Sridhar
Thursday, April 24: My America (. . . or Honk If You Love Buddha)
Tuesday, April 29: Sa-I-Gu, Another America
Wednesday, April 30: Kelly Loves Tony
Thursday, May 1: Bruce Lee's Game of Death/Special Guest: Robert Chi
All begin at 7 pm at the Wang Center Theater. Seating is limited. Contact Janet Clarke for more information: 2-1217
http://www.stonybrook.edu/sb/wang/film/
Submitted by: Janet Clarke/Lib
53. Seawolves To Host Lacrosse Clinic Saturday, April 12
The Stony Brook Seawolves men's lacrosse team will host a boy's clinic for players ages 5-13 on Saturday, April 12 from 10-11:30 a.m. The cost of the clinic is just $5 and includes a ticket to the game and a free Bobblehead Doll.
Call 632.9556 to register for the clinic.
Submitted by: Timothy Szlosek/CAS
54. Wanted!! Participants For A Theater Workshop: "La Negra Ester"
INTERESTED PARTICIPANTS PLEASE WRITE TO: sidharthac@hotmail.com or call 2-7517
TUESDAY, MARCH 25 4:00 - 6:30 PM, Social & Behavioral Sciences-(LACC Gallery)Room N-320
SIDHARTHA CORVALAN with MARGARITA ESPADA. Two resident actors/directors reveal, with student participation, the infinite magical possibilities of Latin American popular theater.
Sponsored by Latin American & Caribbean Studies, Department of Theater and Hispanic Languages.
http://www.stonybrook.edu/lacc
Submitted by: Domenica Tafuro/CAS
55. Small Business Development Center presents seminars: E-Commerce & E-Marketing Success (3/26) and Successful Internet and Search Engine Strategies (4/2).
The Small Business Development Center presents seminars concentrating on Small Business Success on the Web. Fee: $25 each, time: 9:30AM - 12:30PM. Please call the SBDC for additional info, registration, and directions to the LI Business and Technology Center in Great River
Submitted by: Ronni Rosen/CEAS
56. Reawaken Spring at Seawolves MarketPlace
Seawolves MarketPlace is featuring Spring Morning Blend and Toasted Almond fresh ground coffees from Green Mountain and The National Wildlife Federation. These are limited edition organic and Fair Trade coffees created to call attention to conserving wildlife and other natural resources; www.nf.org/backyardwildlifehabitat.
Submitted by: Madeline Gifford/FSA
57. Shirley Strum Kenny Student Arts Festival, and
Catch Our Rising Stars an exhibition of student art will be on view at the SAC Art Gallery, Wednesday April 2 through Friday April 11. The gallery is open Tuesday through Friday 11:00am to 4:00pm. There will be a reception on Thursday April 3, from 6:00pm to 8:00pm. For more information abouth the Festival see
http://stonybrook.edu/artsfest
Submitted by: Constance Koppelman/CAS
58. 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
59. 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
60. Clinical Trial for Osteoarthritis
Are you over the age of 45 and suffer from Osteoarthritis of the Hip and/or knee? Then maybe you would be interested in participating in a clinical trial. For more information call Maureen at 4-9034.
Submitted by: Maureen Hurst/UHMC
61. 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 understanding 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. There will be no monetary compensation for this study.
If interested, please contact Mark Wagshul, PhD at 4-9563, or mwagshul@notes.cc.sunysb.edu.
Submitted by: Mark Wagshul/UHMC
62. Do you have stain on your teeth from food or drink? A study on a new toothpaste may help!
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
63. Doctoral Defenses this week
Please click on the URL below to see the schedule of Doctoral Defenses being held this week
http://www.grad.sunysb.edu/ddd/index.html
Submitted by: Ajay Gupta/GST
64. Strategically Targeted Networking Breakfast Series: Regional Financing of the Life Sciences: Availability and Access to Investment Capital?
The Center for Biotechnology along with the Long Island Life Sciences Initiative invite you to attend its Strategically Targeted Networking Breakfast Series, titled "Regional Financing of the Life Sciences: Availability and Access to Investment Capital" Thursday, March 27th 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
65. CELT Workshop: Everything You Have Always Wanted to Know About Questions, But Were Afraid to Ask
When: Wednesday, April 2nd, 12:40-2pm, Where: CELT, Melville Library, Room E-1337
Please join us as we welcome TESOL representatives from the Linguistics Department - Jason Aliperti, Jongmin Choi, Erin Lindsay Stenton, Derek Sean McConnell, Renee Minushkin and Barbara Mc Graw - as they share important information and insights specifically relevant to International Teaching Assistants as they explore the whole area of questioning: intonation, question formation, Bloom's taxonomy, cultural differences and polite interruptions. This will be a wonderful opportunity to share concerns and get answers to your questions from people with hands-on experience in the field.
Lunch and refreshments will be served. 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
66. Spring May Have Just Arrived, but Summer at Stony Brook Starts on June 2
June 2 is when Summer Session I classes begin. Enrollment in Summer Sessions is open to visiting summer students as well as to current Stony Brook students. More than 300 undergraduate classes are scheduled this summer, with classes scheduled both during the day and at night. Visit the Summer Sessions Website (www.stonybrook.edu/summer) for details about classes, registration procedures, and the visiting undergraduate student application.
http://www.stonybrook.edu/summer
Submitted by: Megs Shea/Prov