Campus Announcements for the week of 04/14/2003
Table of Contents
1. United University Professions Core Campus General Membership Meeting
2. James Davis Memorial - April 28 at 3:30, LH 1 on Level 2
3. UUP Tuition Waiver Applications
4. Long Term Care for Research Foundation Employees
5. Parking Services has moved!
6. Enhance your Lotus Notes skills! Take a training class with the DoIT/Client Support training team
7. Defensive Driving Program Offered for UUP Employees and Their Immediate Family Members
8. Employee Assistance Program Lunchtime Learning (Lunch Provided) Road Rage - Sponsored by EAP and University Police
9. Human Resources Position Available with FSA
10. Topics in Atmospheric and Oceanic Sciences Seminar, April 16, 2003
11. What Is War: A Film Series
12. National Medical Laboratory Week
13. Department of Biochemistry & Cell Biology Seminar
14. Dr. Steven Jonas Lecture May 1 from 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm in the Javits Room 2 Floor Melville Library
15. Department of Applied Mathematics & Statistics & CEAS presents The Laurence Baxter Memorial Lecture
16. CELT's Multimedia Lab, Come See (and Hear) what we can do for you.
17. Adorable Cats Available for Adoption
18. Stony Brook Child Care 10th Annual Cash Bonanza
19. Stony Brook University Spring Blood Drives 4/21-4/25
20. Meet The Oncology Nurse From The Stony Brook Hospital's Cancer Helpline
21. Cody Comedy Festival - formally known as the Toyota Comedy Festival -Laugh Well
22. Campus Life Awards - Call for Nominations
23. Food Drive For Striking Plum Island Worker's
24. Information Technology Networking Fundamentals (ITNF) Section J starts April 26, 2003
25. Asian American Film Series: Situating Asian America
26. Summer Camp at Stony Brook June 30 - August 22, 2003 632-4550
27. Golf Tournament - Department of Campus Recreation
28. Computer Training - Electric Rain Swift 3D NCE 331 - 4 sessions - Fee $300
29. Microsoft IT Training 2153 - Supporting a Microsoft Windows 2000 Network Infrastructure
30. American Ballet Theatre - Classical Ballet Master Classes
31. Computer Training - Microsoft PowerPoint NCE318 - 5 sessions
32. Save the Dates! April 2003 Wang Center Events
33. Louise Gluck Poetry Reading & Book Signing April 28 from 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm at the Wang Center
34. Elevated Lipids And Cholesteral Program
35. DSS Open House
36. Ultimate Spring Blast(USB) Week April 21st-24th
37. Need Help Selecting Summer Sessions Classes?
38. "Racing Brazilian Music" Fred Moehn, Music Department, Stony Brook
39. The Small Business Development Center Presents: "Making Every Second Count"
40. How Ethical Are You? Take our fun quiz now to find out!
41. Administrative Professional's Day Buffet At The University Club Wednesday, April 23
42. Diabetes and Periodontal (Gum) Disease
43. Clinical Trial for Osteoarthritis
44. MRI Study of Flow in the Brain and Spine
45. Black Women and Breast Cancer: An Interview Study
46. Acne Study
47. Tooth Whitening Research Study
48. Summer Job Expo
49. HSC Job Fair May 1, 2003 from 3pm-6-pm HSC Galleria L-3
50. Free Lunch & Student Dialogues: Exploring Different Lifestyles!
1. United University Professions Core Campus General Membership Meeting
UNITED UNIVERSITY PROFESSIONS Core Campus General Membership Meeting will be held on Tuesday, April 15, 2003 from 12:00 noon to 1:30 PM in the Student Activities Center Ballroom B. All UUP members are urged to attend. Chapter officers will report and you will have an opportunity to vote on the 2003-2004 Chapter Budget. LUNCH WILL BE SERVED. Please RSVP to Corinne Burns, Chapter Assistant at (63)2-6570 or via e-mail at cmburns@notes.cc.sunysb.edu
Submitted by: Corinne Burns/Affl
2. James Davis Memorial - April 28 at 3:30, LH 1 on Level 2
A memorial ceremony for James Davis, Department of Neurology, is scheduled for Monday, April 28th at 3:30 pm in Lecture Hall 1, Level 2. Jim with his wife, Francie, and daughter, Amanda, died on Friday March 14 in a plane crash in North Carolina. Several speakers will share their remembrances. Following tradition, as a tribute to Jim, there will be a photo montage of important aspects and happy moments in his life that can be shared with his Stony Brook family. A reception will follow.
Submitted by: Barbara Katz/UHMC
3. UUP Tuition Waiver Applications
UUP tuition waiver applications are available at the West Campus Benefits Office, Administration Building, Room 390 for all West Campus and HSC UUP-represented employees who are planning to take a credit-bearing course in the Summer 1 and/or Summer 2 sessions at SUNY. A separate waiver application is required for each session and may be obtained by calling 2-6167 or emailing alessandra.white@stonybrook.edu. Completed waiver applications must be sent to the Benefits Office, Z=0751 for approval. Approved waivers will be returned to you for submission to Student Accounts beginning May 1 for Summer 1 classes and June 1 for Summer 2 classes.
Submitted by: Alessandra White/Admin
4. Long Term Care for Research Foundation Employees
We are pleased to announce that Group Long Term Care Insurance through CNA will be available for 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. Seating is limited, please call to reserve your seat at 2-6163.
DATE: 4/16 SAC room 304 9am
DATE: 4/16 HSC level 2 room 160 1pm
Submitted by: Cori Ribaudo/Admin
5. Parking Services has moved!
As of Friday 2/14/03 the following Parking Services will be offered at Student Accounts - located at the 2nd floor lobby across from the Registrar: Permit Pick-ups, Appeal Submissions, Petition Submissions, Billing Questions, all other Parking related matters.
Traffic Appeals Board will continue to be held 192 Admin until further notice. For questions call 632-AUTO
Submitted by: Theresa Kist/Admin
6. 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
7. Defensive Driving Program Offered for UUP Employees and Their Immediate Family Members
A NYSUT sponsored Defensive Driving Program is being offered on Wednesday & Thursday, May 28 & 29, 2003 from 6:00 PM to 9:00 PM in the Student Activity Center (SAC), Room 305 for all UUP employees and their immediate family members. Cost is $25 per person. Checks should be made payable to "NYSUT Benefit Trust" and delivered to the UUP Office, 104 Old Chemistry, Z=3475. Office Hours are Monday thru Friday, 9:00AM to 3:00PM. Contact Corinne Burns at Ext. 26570 for more information.
Submitted by: Corinne Burns/Affl
8. Employee Assistance Program Lunchtime Learning (Lunch Provided) Road Rage - Sponsored by EAP and University Police
Wednesday, 4/16/03, 11:30 to 12:30 p.m., HSC, Seminar Room 2B
If you drive, you're probably aware that the road rage phenomenon is everywhere in America today, and is becoming more commonplace. This workshop will address symptoms and behaviors of aggressive driving in other drivers and us. A self-assessment will be available to examine your risk for road rage behavior. Learn some techniques that you can use to refresh and sharpen your driving skills. Practice some stress management behaviors to relax your mind and body. Stay calm and stay alive.
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). Don't forget, lunch is provided, please bring your own beverage.
http://www.stonybrook.edu/eap
Submitted by: Linda Tatem/Pres
9. Human Resources Position Available with FSA
Position is available for a dynamic individual with minimum Bachelors degree in Business Administration, HR or related field; 2 years progressive experience in benefits administration; specialized training and demonstrated experience in HRIS; excellent oral and written communication skills; strong organizational and computer skills including data base management, Access, and spreadsheets. ADP HR/Perspective experience a plus. PHR preferred.
Interested parties please send resume with cover letter and salary history to Marcela Sztainberg, Faculty Student Association, 250 Stony Brook Union, Stony Brook, NY 11794-3209; or fax to 631-632-6573. The Faculty Student Association is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to Affirmative Action.
Submitted by: Marcela Sztainberg/FSA
10. Topics in Atmospheric and Oceanic Sciences Seminar, April 16, 2003
Dr. Meng Zhou from the Department of Environmental, Coastal and Ocean Sciences, University of Massachusetts, Boston, will present a seminar entitled "Transport and Entrapment of Zooplankton in Mesoscale Coastal Currents and Eddies off Northern Norway" at 11:30 a.m. on April 16. 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
11. What Is War: A Film Series
The Department of Comparative Studies, SUNY, Stony Brook, invites you to participate in a film series about war. Eleven films will be screened beginning on March 28 and ending on April 25. The screenings will be followed by group discussions facilitated by students and professors.
Join us in this effort to understand war, its reasons and consequences.
You will find detailed schedule and brief film summaries at the following link:
http://www.sunysb.edu/complit/complit.htm
Submitted by: Mary Moran-Luba/CAS
12. National Medical Laboratory Week
2003 Theme is Laboratory Professionals: Exceptional People - Exceptional Work. The SBUH Department of Laboratories will host an exhibit on Wednesday, April 23 on Level 5 near the cafeteria. Come visit and discover some of the wonders in laboratory testing.
Submitted by: Michele Gilleeny-Blabac/UHMC
13. Department of Biochemistry & Cell Biology Seminar
Seminar by Dr. Paul Primakoff from the University of California, Davis School of Medicine entitled "Membrane Fusion Between Gametes During Fertilization" on Thursday, April 17, 2003 in the Life Sciences Building, Room 038 at 4:00 p.m.Hosted by Dr. William J. Lennarz.
Seminar by Dr. Michael Goodin from University of Kentucky entitled "Knocking on the Nuclear Pore: Cell Biology & Genomics of a Nucleorhabdovirus" on Thursday, April 24, 2003 in the Life Sciences Building, Room 038 at 4:00 p.m. Hosted by Dr. Tzvi Tzfira
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
14. Dr. Steven Jonas Lecture May 1 from 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm in the Javits Room 2 Floor Melville Library
May 1 from 5 - 7 pm Javits Room 2 Floor Frank Melville Library. Dr. Steven Jonas MD, MPH, FACPM, Author, Professor of Community & Preventative Medicine in the School of Medicine at Stony Brook University will present a lecture based on his new book entitled, "Introduction to the U.S. HealthCare System." The 5th edition of this book and first by this author, describes the various elements of healthcare in the U.S. as a system and how each element is affected by the current changes in health finance and organization. Dr. Jonas designed this book to give medical students and professionals who lack a background in health policy, a broad understanding of the complexities of the U.S. Healthcare system and how it is changing under current financial and organizational pressures.
Admission: Complimentary. Sponsored by the Special Collections Department of the Melville Library and University Bookstore
http://stonybrook.edu/bookstore
Submitted by: Mary Messina/FSA
15. Department of Applied Mathematics & Statistics & CEAS presents The Laurence Baxter Memorial Lecture
Wednesday, April 30, 2003; 9:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.; Student Activites Center Room 303. Guest speakers include Bradley Efron, Ph.D., Department of Statistics, Stanford University, "Bayesians, Frequentists, and Microbiologists" and Randy R. Sitter, Ph.D., Department of Statistics and Actuarial Science, Burnaby, BC, Canada, "Empirical Likelihood-Based Methods in Survey Sampling."
For additional information email Prof. Nancy Mendell at nmendell@notes.cc.sunysb.edu or call 2-8373.
http://naples.cc.sunysb.edu/CEAS/amsweb.nsf/pages/Baxter
Submitted by: Pamela Wolfskill/CEAS
16. CELT's Multimedia Lab, Come See (and Hear) what we can do for you.
Open House for all Instructors/Faculty - Enhance your educational content with some multimedia technology.
See examples of CELT's multimedia lab productions. Thursday, May 22 at 3:00pm, Room 1337 Melville library
http://www.celt.sunysb.edu/celt.php?section=about&subsection=celt_projects/celt_projects.htm
Submitted by: Paul St.Denis/Prov
17. 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
18. Stony Brook Child Care 10th Annual Cash Bonanza
Win $15,000. The 10th Annual Child Care Cash Bonanza is being held Thursday, April 24th, 2003 at the SAC. Call Stony Brook Child Care at 2-6930 for ticket information. $50 a ticket admits 2 and you can buy your own or split the cost with co-workers, friends or family. Odds of winning are 1 in 40.
Submitted by: Patricia Birbiglia/Affl
19. Stony Brook University Spring Blood Drives 4/21-4/25
The Residence Hall Blood Drive Contest has drawn to a close, and now it is time to engage the entire campus community! The University will be kicking off a Spring Blood Drive Week on Monday April 21, a Blood Drive will be held in SAC Ballroom B from 11 a.m.-4:30 p.m. On Tuesday, April 22, SAC Ballroom B, from noon-9:15 p.m. Wednesday's Drive location is Endeavor Hall Room 113, South Campus, 8 a.m.-1:30 p.m. The final Drive of the week will be at the Veteran's Nursing Home on Thursday, April 25, from 9:30 a.m.-3:00p.m. Remember, anyone who donates blood or attempts to donate during the Spring Blood Drives receives a coupon for a McDonalds Medium Extra Value Meal! Additionally, a pair of Mets tickets will be raffled off during each of the SAC Drives. Also, donors, attempted donors, and volunteers will get a Long-Sleeved T-shirt! Questions, call Colleen at 2-6100.
Submitted by: Carl Hanes/Pres
20. Meet The Oncology Nurse From The Stony Brook Hospital's Cancer Helpline
The Oncology Nurse from Stony Brook University Hospital's Cancer Helpline will be available in person to answer cancer questions at the Health Resource Center - located in the main entrance of the hospital on 4/15/03 from 12 Noon - 2:00 PM This is an opportunity to have cancer questions answered and to obtain cancer related information.
Submitted by: Lori Tischler/UHMC
21. Cody Comedy Festival - formally known as the Toyota Comedy Festival -Laugh Well
All proceeds to benefit the Cody Center for Autism and Developmental Disabilities at Stony Brook University.
Wednesday, May 14, 2003 - Funny Bone Buffet Reception $150.00 per person includes reserved show ticket 5-7 pm Student Activities Center.
Comdedy Show - 7:30 pm $25.00 per person Staller Center.
Featured comedians include Greg Fitzsimmons, Wali Collins, Todd Berry and Greg Giraldo.
Reserve your tickets early by calling 444-2899. This event was a sell out last year!
Submitted by: Margaret Melzer/HSC
22. Campus Life Awards - Call for Nominations
Stony Brook faculty, staff, and students are invited to nominate student leaders and student organizations for the 2002-2003 Campus Life Awards for their outstanding contributions to University life in the areas of leadership, campus programming, and advising. Awards will be given to individual students, student clubs & organizations, and faculty/staff advisors to student groups. A selection committee will review all nominations received by the April 18 deadline and select the award recipients to be honored at the Campus Life Awards on Wednesday, May 7, 2003, 5:00 p.m. ? 7:00 p.m. in the Student Activities Center Auditorium. This event is open to the entire campus community. For award category descriptions and nomination forms, please see the link below.
Questions can be directed to Cheryl Chambers at 632-9968 or email Cheryl.Chambers@stonybrook.edu.
http://studentaffairs.stonybrook.edu/dos/CampusLifeAwards
Submitted by: Cheryl Chambers/OSA
23. Food Drive For Striking Plum Island Worker's
A food drive for the Plum Island Striking Worker's is being sponsored by the CSEA Region 1 Women's Committee. You can help your striking brothers and sisters by donating non-perishable canned goods. A drop off box is located outside the CSEA office on level 5 of the Health Science Center or, you can contact Maryann Phelps at 4-8356 for more information.
Submitted by: Maryann Phelps/HSC
24. Information Technology Networking Fundamentals (ITNF) 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
25. 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
26. Summer Camp at Stony Brook June 30 - August 22, 2003 632-4550
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. A 10 % Discount on Tuition is given to all Stony Brook Staff Members.
All Open Houses are on Saturdays in the Sports Complex from 9AM to 12PM April 12, 2003, May 10, 2003
Submitted by: Janice Maggio/CAS
27. Golf Tournament - Department of Campus Recreation
The Department of Campus Recreation will be holding its' Annual Golf Tournament on Friday, May 2nd @ 11:00am at the Heatherwood Golf Club in Centereach. The tournament format is best ball, with team low gross, longest drive and closest to pin awards given out. This tournament is open to all students, faculty, staff and alumni of the University. Each foursome will be allowed one guest player who is not affiliated with the university. Cost, which includes green fees and lunch, is $45.00 per person for faculty/staff/alumni/guest and $36.00 per person for undergraduate students. For more information, please contact the Department of Campus Recreation at 632-4145.
Submitted by: Marie Turchiano/CAS
28. Computer Training - Electric Rain Swift 3D NCE 331 - 4 sessions - Fee $300
Electric Rain Swift 3D is the most versatile tool for creating web-ready 3D animations for use with Macromedia Flash. Through the combination of an easy-to-use interface, the industry standard vector exporter and a full ray tracing rendering engine, Swift 3D quickly creates high-quality 3D animations. This course will cover the fundamentals of 3D animation and simple 3D design. Students will explore the cross-application functions between Adobe Illustrator, Swift 3D and Macromedia Flash.
Required text - Foundation Swift 3D, retail: $29. May be purchased at www.swift3d.com
Section A: Sat, 9:00-12:00 pm, May 31; June 7, 14, and 21, 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
29. Microsoft IT Training 2153 - Supporting a Microsoft Windows 2000 Network Infrastructure
This course is for support professionals who are new to Microsoft Windows 2000 and will be responsible for installing, configuring, managing and supporting a network infrastructure that uses the Microsoft Windows 2000 Server products. It also provides students with the prerequisite knowledge and skills required for course 2154, Implementing and Administering Microsoft Windows 2000 Directory Services.
Start Date: April 28, 2003 Time: 6:00 to 10:00PM Course length: 35 hours. Course helps to prepare for Microsoft exam: 70-216
Fee: $1799 10% discount University employees and students
To register go to SPD Website Registration Form at
http://www.stonybrook.edu/spd/career/registration.html
For questions call 632-7068
Submitted by: Frank Esposito/Prov
30. American Ballet Theatre - Classical Ballet Master Classes
American Ballet Theatre in conjunction with the Department of Theatre Arts and the Staller Center for the Arts presents classical ballet Master Classes. All SUNY Stony Brook students and community dancers (age 13 and up) who are at the intermediate-advanced level of ballet training are invited. Please bring your pointe shoes.
When: Apr. 14 - 12-2 pm Intermediate
Apr. 15 - 4-6 pm Advanced
Where: Nassau Hal Dance Studio, South Campus
Space is limited. Reservations required. Contact: Alison Russell at 929-8431, weekdays after 4 pm or email: alirussell@peconic.net
Submitted by: Augusta Kuhn/CAS
31. Computer Training - Microsoft PowerPoint NCE318 - 5 sessions
Creating Dynamic Presentations with PowerPoint
A must for sales professionals, trainers, teachers and business presenters, this course demonstrates how to create and combine text and graphics for professional-looking business presentations. Learn to create your own slide presentation in a minimum amount of time.
April 22, 29; May 6,13,20, 2003 Time 9am to 12pm.
Prerequisite: Introduction to Windows or equivalent experience.
Fee: $225 - 10% discount University employees and students
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
32. Save the Dates! April 2003 Wang Center Events
Join us at the Wang Center for an exciting array of discussions and performances exploring the issues and presents the arts of Asia and Asian America. The following events are free and open to the public. Seating is limited. Refreshments will be served.
Wednesday, April 23, 12:45 p.m., Lecture Hall 1 - Art at a Time of War - What is the role of art and artists at a time of tumult and terror? This discussion amongst art practitioners, historians and critics forefronts the importance of creativity and the artists vision in understanding the onslaught of violence.
Wednesday, April 30, 12:45 p.m., Lecture Hall 1 - Living Asian in Stony Brook - Dr. Shibani Ray-Mazumder, and Karina Kim, dialog about the state of mental health and personal well-being of the Asian and Asian American members of the Stony Brook community.
Submitted by: Karen Keeley/UAff
33. Louise Gluck Poetry Reading & Book Signing April 28 from 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm at the Wang Center
April 28 from 4- 6 pm at the Wang Center Large Lecture Hall. Poetry Reading & Book Signing - Louise Gluck is the author of numerous books of poetry including The Seven Ages; Vita Nova, winner of Boston Book Review's Bingham Pulitzer Prize; Meadowlands; The Wild Iris which received the Pulitzer Prize and the Poetry Society of America's William Carlos Williams Award; and The Triumph of Achilles, which received the National Book Critics Circle Award, the Boston Globe Literary Press Award, and the Poetry Society of America's Melville Kane Award. She was elected Chancellor of the Academy of American Poets in 1999.
Admission: Complimentary. Sponsored by The Poetry Center, Frank Melville Jr. Memorial Library and University Bookstore
http://stonybrook.edu/bookstore
Submitted by: Mary Messina/FSA
34. Elevated Lipids And Cholesteral Program
The Division of Wellness and Chronic Illness in the Department of Family Medicine will be conducting four, two-hour group visits for patients with elevated lipids and cholesterol.
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 on consecutive Wednesdays, May 7, 14, 21, and 28 from 4:30 to 6:30 p.m. at 33 Research Way, Stony Brook Technology Park.
Most insurance plans are accepted with appropriate co-pay. To register, please call 631.444.9815
Submitted by: Marion Hollinger/UHMC
35. DSS Open House
Save the Date! Disability Support Services cordially welcomes you to an Open House at their new location, 128 Educational Computing Center, on Thursday, April 24, 2003. Join us anytime from 10:00am to 1:00pm. Tours and refreshments. A planned visit from President Shirley Strum Kenny at 10:00. Please RSVP by April 14 @ 2-6548, all welcomed!
Submitted by: Evelyn Flores/OSA
36. Ultimate Spring Blast(USB) Week April 21st-24th
Coming soon...Ultimate Spring Blast (USB) Week (April 21st- 24th)
Jeopardy Trivia Game: April, 21st, 2003. Langmuir College @ 7pm. Trivia and physical Challenge game against Residence Halls.
Pride Patrol: April, 22nd, 2003. 10am-4pm. Each quad participates in efforts to beautify their community. See your RHD for details.
Bulletin Board Contest: Judging April, 23rd, 2003 @ 12:00pm. Residence Halls participate and compete in a bulletin board contest centered on the USB theme- 80's Flashback
Volleyball Tournament: April, 23rd, 2003 @ 5pm in the Roth Quad volleyball pit. Residence halls compete against one another in their quad in order to represent their quad at this event.
Spirit Night: April, 24th, 2003. Sports Complex. Registration begins at 7:00pm and the doors open to the public at 7:30pm. Event Begins @ 8:15pm. Residence halls compete against each other in banner, dance, and skit contests.
Sponsored by The Division Of Campus Residences
Submitted by: Nikki Vittore/GST
37. Need Help Selecting Summer Sessions Classes?
Visit the Summer Sessions booth at the Academic Advising Fair under the Big Top on the Academic Mall, Monday, April 21 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Or visit the Summer Sessions table at the Prime Time Major/Minor Fair, April 30, 12 Noon to 2 p.m., SAC Ballrooms A and B.
http://www.stonybrook.edu/summer
Submitted by: Megs Shea/Prov
38. "Racing Brazilian Music" Fred Moehn, Music Department, Stony Brook
TUESDAY, APRIL 15 1:00-3:00 PM, Social & Behavioral Sciences Bldg, Room N-320
Latin American & Caribbean Studies presents FRED MOEHN, one of our newest Stony Brook faculty. He will explore the intersection of music and race in the Brazilian recording industry.
Sponsored by LACS and Department of Music.
http://www.stonybrook.edu/lacc
Submitted by: Domenica Tafuro/CAS
39. The Small Business Development Center Presents: "Making Every Second Count"
4/23 9:30AM - 12:30PM At The LI Business and Technology Center, Great River, NY
First impressions count! Are you sabotaging your success by not giving the best impression you can? YOU are a walking billboard for you business and its best marketing tool. Learn from Professional Life Coach, Linda Lombardo how to make "Every Second Count" when meeting with potential clients or associates, in this highly interactive workshop. Fee: $15. Call the SBDC 632-9070 for info, registration and directions. Register early - seating is limited!
Submitted by: Ronni Rosen
40. How Ethical Are You? Take our fun quiz now to find out!
What would you do if you found your friend cheating on a test? Or what if you discovered your new umbrella missing from the umbrella stand - would you take another one of equal value or do nothing? What are the right answers? Take the "Be the Ethicist" quiz and find out! Visit the Year of Community: Ethics in Leadership Web site for a link to the quiz and details of our upcoming events at www.stonybrook.edu/yocel.
Mark your calendar now for Columnist Randy Cohen on Wednesday, April 23, 12: 45 p.m., and The God Squad on Wednesday, April 30, 12:45 p.m.
http://www.stonybrook.edu/yocel
Submitted by: Shelley Catalano/UAff
41. Administrative Professional's Day Buffet At The University Club Wednesday, April 23
Check out the website at www.campusdining.org for the buffet menu.
Attend the buffet lunch and enter our raffle for a chance to win a White Chocolate Cinderella Slipper filled with Chocolate Truffles.
For reservations, call Lana at 632-7069.
http://www.campusdining.org/images/event_images/event-86.jpg
Submitted by: Angela Agnello/FSA
42. 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
43. 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
44. 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
45. 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
46. Acne Study
Do You Have Moderate Acne? Are you a woman between the ages of 16-45?
If so, you may qualify to participate in an acne research study. Free experimental oral medication & office visits. Subjects will be paid a nominal fee for each visit. Where? Stony Brook Dermatology Associates, 181 Belle Mead Road, East Setauket, NY 11733. Call 631-444-4274 for details.
Submitted by: Jennifer Intravaia/UHMC
47. Tooth Whitening Research Study
Would you like to whiten your teeth? Are you 18 years or older?
If so, You might qualified to participate in a tooth whitering research study. Free dental exam and free tooth whitening, plus you will get $50 for participating in this study. Please call Stony Brook Dental School at(631)632-8740 for details.
Submitted by: Ling Xu/HSC
48. Summer Job Expo
What are you doing this summer? Come meet employers and find a summer job. Wednesday, April 23, 2003 11am to 2pm SAC Ballroom A.
Open to Stony Brook Students only.
Attend the Career Center's How to Find a Summer Job workshop on 416/03 Wednesday, 1pm-2pm at the Career Center.
http://www.stonybrook.edu/career
Submitted by: Karen Clemente/OSA
49. HSC Job Fair May 1, 2003 from 3pm-6-pm HSC Galleria L-3
The 1st HSC Job Fair is sponsored by the Career Center and HSC Student Services Office. This Job Fair is open to undergraduate/graduate students and alumni who are seeking full-time employment and information about present and future job opportunities.
http://www.stonybrook.edu/career
Submitted by: Karen Clemente/OSA
50. Free Lunch & Student Dialogues: Exploring Different Lifestyles!
Students are invited to participate in Student Dialogues: Exploring Different Lifestyles on Wednesday, April 23, 2003, 12:30 - 2:10pm (Campus Life Time) at the Colours Cafe (Lower Level, Stony Brook Union). This program will give students an opportunity to share their observations, experiences, and thoughts about non-traditional relationships (i.e., different family structures, gay-lesbian-bisexual-transgender lifestyles, etc.). Participants also will explore their role in creating a more accepting campus community, where people of different lifestyles can feel valued and included.
Free lunch provided followed by small group discussions lead by the Diversity Fellows. To register by the April 21 deadline please call Christine Frank @ 2-4345.
Submitted by: Cheryl Chambers/OSA