Campus Announcements for the week of 04/29/2002
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1. Welcome to the New Library Catalog, STARS!
2. Fountain Fest 2002, Wednesday, May 1, 12:00 - 3:00 p.m.
3. Third Annual Invitational Jazz Festival at Stony Brook-Open to the Public, Saturday, May 11th, Recital Hall
4. Diversity Day 2002
5. Post Diversity Day Celebration
6. Summer health Insurance for full-time and part-time 21 pay faculty
7. New Semi-Annual Benefits Bulletin for State (West Campus & HSC) and Research Foundation Employees
8. Paw Prints Brick Program, Buy your brick today!
9. Family Violence Education & Research Center-Special Series Workshops Related To 9/11 Tragedy
10. Child Care Grand Opening
11. A TIAA-CREF Representative will be at Tech Park on 5/9/02 and 6/20/02 to conduct Individual Counseling Sessions.
12. Eap Lunchtime Learning-Lunch Included-May 7, 2002 12-1 P.M. Adult Children Living At Home
13. Eap Lunchtime Learning, Friday, May 3rd Lunch Provided
14. Law Day in New York State
15. Annual Undergraduate Student Art Exhibition In University Art Gallery
16. Breast Cancer Group Sessions
17. Project Liberty is providing free support services to persons affected by the September 11th World Trade Center attacks.
18. Suny SB Feral Cat Network and Support Group
19. Meet the Oncology Nurse from The Stony Brook Hospital's Cancer Helpline
20. Shi Ming Hu Memorial Scholarships
21. Family Violence Education & Research Center Spring Colloquia Schedule
22. Topics in Atmospheric and Oceanic Sciences Seminar May 1, 2002
23. Neurobiology and Behavior Seminar "Molecular Mechanisms for Activation and Desensitization of Glutamate Receptor Ion Channels"
24. Marine Sciences Research Center-Friday Seminar Speaker
25. Scholars in Infectious Diseases Seminar: "Molecular Genetics of the Lyme Disease Spirochete: Teaching a New Bug Old Tricks"
26. Osteoporosis Prevention And Management Series
27. Department of Biochemistry and Cell Biology Seminar
28. Lecture by NYC archaeologist Dr. Diana Wall, 4:00 pm on Thursday 5/2 in Javits 101.
29. Global Brown Bag Series in the Sociology Department, Thursday May 2nd at 2:15 in SBS N-403
30. A Reading By Cortney Davis Poet And Nurse & Presentation Of Awards To Winners Of 2002 IMCS Writing Competition
31. Harriman School Seminar, Wednesday, May 8, Noon, 304 Harriman, FuzzEA: A Fuzzy Logic Approach to Efficiency Analysis, Thomas R. Sexton
32. University Association
33. Summer Camp at Stony Brook Two New Open House Dates une 24 - August 16, 2002
34. Science Exploration Camp
35. Looking For A Positive And Convenient Summer Experience For Your Kindergarten, 1st Or 2nd Grader? SBCCSI's On Campus Program.
36. Clinical trial to relieve the symptoms of dry mouth
1. Welcome to the New Library Catalog, STARS!
Be among the first to learn how our new web-based library catalog makes searching easier, and even fun! Find out how to view your personal borrower information, renew books online, and search the catalog like you've never done before!
Wednesday, May 1, 12:40 pm
Wednesday, May 8, 12:40 pm
Sessions are approximately 45 minutes, no sign-up necessary.
Library Computer Classroom A, Central Reading Room, Melville Library Call 632-7110 for information.
http://www.sunysb.edu/library/starsclass.htm
Submitted by: Janet Clarke/Lib
2. Fountain Fest 2002, Wednesday, May 1, 12:00 - 3:00 p.m.
Come to the third annual Stony Brook Fountain Festival celebrating the Year of Community Leadership. Smoothies and other strawberry treats will be available at the Strawberry Fest (early opening 11:00 a.m.). Enjoy multicultural presentations from campus student clubs and groups. Meet with representatives from local service organizations to find out how you can make a difference. See sport demonstrations and get a free blood-pressure screening. All while listening to the music of Buddy Merriam and Backroads Blue Grass Band, Stony Brook Big Band Jazz Ensemble and WBLI Radio.
Submitted by: Karen Keeley/UAff
3. Third Annual Invitational Jazz Festival at Stony Brook-Open to the Public, Saturday, May 11th, Recital Hall
The Jazz Festival runs from 9:45 am - 11pm. All events are free except the concert at 8:00 p.m. which has a ticket price of $8.00 ($4 for seniors, students, USB faculty & staff). Throughout the day, six Long Island collegiate and high school bands (including Dowling College, Hofstra University, Nassau Community College, SUNY Stony Brook, and Ward Melville High School) will give 25 minute performances adjudicated by multi-instrumentalist Howard Johnson, pianist Ronnie Mathews, and trumpeter/trombonist Michael Mossman. "Mini-clinics" follow each performance. There will also be two 50-minute clinics: seminar "Rethinking Jazz History" by noted jazz historian Lewis Porter (11:55-12:55pm) and a performance seminar by pianist Barry Harris (3:50-4:50pm). At 8:00 pm the Stony Brook Big Band Jazz Ensemble will perform followed by noted trumpeter Tom Harrell and his quintet. For tickets, call 632-ARTS. For more information, call the Department of Music, 632-7330
http://www.sunysb.edu/music
Submitted by: Robin Pouler-Mcgrath/CAS
4. Diversity Day 2002
In Association with Fountain Fest The students of Stony Brook University present:
DIVERSITY DAY "Images of Reflection, Winds of Change"
When: May 1st
Where: Academic Mall
When: 12:30pm to 2:30pm
Come learn about the diversity here at Stony Brook University through performances, poetry, arts, music, and educational booths. Music will be provided by WBLI. Come out and experience something fresh!
Submitted by: Samuel Quiah/UST
5. Post Diversity Day Celebration
Thursday May 2, 2002
Speaker: George Lipsitz
Author of 'The Possessive Investment in Whiteness: How White People Profit from Identity Politics'
Time: 7pm to 10pm Uniti Cultural Center (Roth Quad)
Free Food & Refreshments will be served!
Submitted by: Samuel Quiah/UST
6. Summer health Insurance for full-time and part-time 21 pay faculty
Full-time 21 pay faculty will have 2 extra health insurance deductions taken from the 5/8, 5/22 and 6/5 paychecks for summer coverage in addition to the normal biweekly deduction.
Part-time 21 pay faculty enrolled in a health insurance plan during the fall 2001 and spring 2002 semesters will have 2 extra health insurance deductions taken from the 5/8, 5/22 and 6/5 paychecks for summer coverage in addition to the normal biweekly deduction. All 21 pay faculty will receive a mailed reminder shortly.
Submitted by: Alessandra White/Admin
7. New Semi-Annual Benefits Bulletin for State (West Campus & HSC) and Research Foundation Employees
State (West Campus & HSC) and Research Foundation employees should visit our HRS web site at
http://www.stonbrook.edu/hr/benefits
to read the new Benefits bulletin that will be posted semi-annually. The bulletin will contain brief items of information and reminders regarding your Benefits. The web site contains more detailed Benefits information and related links as well.
http://www.stonbrook.edu/hr/benefits
Submitted by: Alexis Swiatkowski/Admin
8. Paw Prints Brick Program, Buy your brick today!
Orders are now being accepted for personalized bricks to be placed in the outdoor stadium. Please visit www.seawolvesclub.org for Brick Program information and order forms!
Help beautify our campus and build a tradition! Become a permanent part of Stony Brook and Seawolves Athletics! Purchase a brick for family members or friends!
Please contact Jessica Biegaj for more information at 632-4576.
http://www.seawolvesclub.org
Submitted by: Jessica Biegaj/CAS
9. Family Violence Education & Research Center-Special Series Workshops Related To 9/11 Tragedy
In response to 9/11 and ongoing world events, The Family Violence and Education Research Center is providing a special series of workshop training: (Registration required)
May 10th: (9am-12pm): Rev. Lorraine DeArmitt, MSW & Rev. Peter Kelley present: Discussions with God after a Traumatic Event- $30 Fee
For registration,workshop info and locations call Ellen Kosloff 4-3694
Submitted by: R Kosloff/HSC
10. Child Care Grand Opening
Did you RSVP yet? If not, please call conferences and events 2-6320.
Submitted by: Patricia Birbiglia/Affl
11. A TIAA-CREF Representative will be at Tech Park on 5/9/02 and 6/20/02 to conduct Individual Counseling Sessions.
On May 9th and June 20th a Representative from TIAA-CREF will be at Tech Park, Building 31, Conference Room A to conduct individual counseling sessions from 8 am to 4 pm for state employees working at Tech Park. To schedule an appoint for 5/9 or 6/20, call TIAA-CREF at 1-800-842-8412.
In addition to meeting with a representative from TIAA-CREF on the above dates at Tech Park, you may call TIAA-CREF at 1-800-842-8412 to schedule an appointment to meet a representative at the hospital for an individual counseling session on a different day.
http://www.tiaa-cref.org
Submitted by: Cassandra Moore/UHMC
12. Eap Lunchtime Learning-Lunch Included-May 7, 2002 12-1 P.M. Adult Children Living At Home
You have a responsibility as a parent. But when does it end? How do you draw the line? Many parents are having to cater to adult children who won't leave home until their expectations for the 'good life' are guaranteed. This workshop will address this issue with information and helpful suggestions.
Date: Tuesday, May 7th Time: 12:00-1:00 p.m. Location: Peace Center, Old Chemistry Lobby LUNCH PROVIDED
TO REGISTER CALL: DENISE GROSS, Training & Organizational Development at 632-4501
http://www.sunysb.edu/eap
Submitted by: Linda Tatem/Pres
13. Eap Lunchtime Learning, Friday, May 3rd Lunch Provided
BULLYING: Advice for Parents
Parents are often placed in the difficult position of hearing the heart-breaking accounts of bullying experiences that their children report. What's a parent to do? This workshop will offer some assistance to parents on how to directly deal with your child, how to tackle the problem at the school level, and how to bring in legal help, if needed.
Date: May 3, 2002
Time: 12:00-1:00 p.m.
Location: Peace Center, Old Chemistry Lobby
LUNCH PROVIDED
TO REGISTER CALL DENISE GROSS, Training & Organizational Development, at 632-4501.
http://www.sunysb.edu/eap
Submitted by: Linda Tatem/Pres
14. Law Day in New York State
Attention Students- May First is Law Day in New York State! On May 1st, in honor of Law Day in New York State, the Alumni Association is sponsoring a field to the new Federal Courthouse in Central Islip. Magistrate Judge William will speak about the duties of a Magistrate Judge, and will give them a tour of the new state-of-the-art courthous. Following will be a luncheon at Farrell Fritz's Uniondale Office featuring prominent judges and attorneys as guest speakers.
Transportation will be provoded, leaving campus at 9:30am that morning and returning at 4:30pm.
For more information and to reserve a spot, please call the Alumni Office at 631-632-6330.
Submitted by: Marta Widuchowska/UAff
15. Annual Undergraduate Student Art Exhibition In University Art Gallery
Senior art majors present their work in SENIOR SHOW 2002 at the University Art Gallery in the Staller Center. This year's show will be on view from Wednesday, May 1 through Wednesday, May 15. A reception for the artists will be held on Saturday, May 4 from 6:30 - 8:00 p.m. The juried show will include paintings, sculptures, ceramics, photographs, multi-media installations and works on paper, all of which were selected by Art Dept. faculty members from among the best work of this year's graduating class.
The gallery is on Tuesday - Friday, noon to 4:00 p.m. and Saturday, 6:00 - 8:00 p.m. The gallery will also be open one hour before the 8:00 p.m. performance of Tokyo String Quartet on Friday, May 10. FREE ADMISSION.
Submitted by: Marjorie Debowy/CAS
16. Breast Cancer Group Sessions
The Division of Wellness and Chronic Illness in the Department of Family Medicine will be conducting two, two-hour visits for patients with breast cancer and at high risk for breast cancer. These visits will involve a brief, individual evaluation followed by group sessions on nutrition (whole foods, supplements) and mind/body medicine (meditation, imagery, prayer).
These visits will be on Wednesday, May 15th and May 22nd from 4:30 to 6:30 p.m. at 33 Research Way in Stony Brook Technology Park. Most insurance plans accepted with the appropriate co-pay. For those without insurance, the cost of both sessions will be $80.00 per person payable at the time of registration.
Since each session can accommodate only 15 people, please register as early as possible by calling 631.444.9815.
Submitted by: Marion Hollinger/UHMC
17. Project Liberty is providing free support services to persons affected by the September 11th World Trade Center attacks.
Project Liberty offers free supportive counseling and outreach services to persons, families, and groups affected by this disaster. Groups are now forming for immediate family members who lost a loved one, and for persons who have first hand experience with the events that occurred on September 11th. Please contact Bridget Baio at the Sayville Project at 563-2290 or by E-mail, bbaio@notes.cc.sunysb.edu for assistance or information. Project Liberty is funded by FEMA and the Center for Mental Health Services, and is supported by the NYS Office of Mental Health and the Suffolk County Department of Health Services. All services are free and strictly confidential. The Sayville Project is a community support services agency sponsored by the School of Social Welfare, SUNY.
Submitted by: Bridget Baio/HSC
18. Suny SB Feral Cat Network and Support Group
SUNY SB Feral Cat Network Organizational meeting on Monday May 6, 2002 at 1:00 pm in the Conference Room of the SBU Sports Complex.
Submitted by: Susan Ryan/CAS
19. 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 Community Resource Center - located in the Stony Brook Village on Monday 4/29/02 from 12:00 noon till 2:00-PM / and at the Health Resource Center - located in the main entrance of the hospital on Thursday 5/2/02 from 12:00 noon till 2:00-PM. This is an opportunity to have cancer questions answered and to obtain cancer related information
http://www.uhmc.sunysb.edu/cancer/helpline
Submitted by: Lori Tischler/UHMC
20. Shi Ming Hu Memorial Scholarships
A reception for the winner of the Shi Ming Hu and Eli Seifman Scholarship in Chinese Studies, the first scholarship in Chinese Studies at Stony Brook endowed by faculty, family, and friends of the late Prof. Hu, will be held in the SAC Why Lobby on Sat, May 4th, at 4pm, just prior to China Night 2002. All are welcome. For information on the scholarship see
http://www.ic.sunysb.edu/clubs/educasia/ShiMingHu/
Submitted by: JoAnne Young
21. Family Violence Education & Research Center Spring Colloquia Schedule
Colloquia are Free and Open to the Public. All meet from 11:30am-1pm in the Health Science Center, Level 2, Hall 4* Except May 9th which will be on Level 2, HALL 4:
MAY 9th: Wanda Lavista, PO, Special Assistant to Suffolk Co. Police Commissioner presents: Gang Related Violence and Its Impact on Families.
Family Violence Center Information: Ellen Kosloff 4-3694
Submitted by: R Kosloff/HSC
22. Topics in Atmospheric and Oceanic Sciences Seminar May 1, 2002
TAOS Seminar Wednesday, May 1, 11:30 a.m. Institute for Terrestrial and Planetary Atmospheres, Marine Sciences Research Center, Endeavour Hall 120
Speaker: Dr. Stephen E. Zebiak, International Research Institute for Climate Prediction, Lamont-Doherty Earth Observatory
Topic: " The International Research Institute for Climate Prediction: Addressing the Challlenges of Climate Prediction and its Practical Value"
http://atmos.msrc.sunysb.edu
Submitted by: Gina Gartin/MSRC
23. Neurobiology and Behavior Seminar "Molecular Mechanisms for Activation and Desensitization of Glutamate Receptor Ion Channels"
The Department of Neurobiology and Behavior will host a seminar on Thursday, May 2nd, 2002 at 12 Noon on: "Molecular Mechanisms for Activation and Desensitization of Glutamate Receptor Ion Channels". The speaker will be Mark Mayer, Ph.D, of NIH.
Submitted by: Kathleen Delaney/CAS
24. Marine Sciences Research Center-Friday Seminar Speaker
Marine Sciences Research Center presents Dr. David Hollander of the University of South Florida on May 3rd in Endeavour Hall, room 120, @ 12:30P.M. Topic to be discussed-"Toward and Understanding of Ocean Atmosphere CO2 flux in the coastal oceans and its' role in global climate change"
Refreshments @12:15P.M.
Host-Mary Scranton
Submitted by: Patricia Corn/MSRC
25. Scholars in Infectious Diseases Seminar: "Molecular Genetics of the Lyme Disease Spirochete: Teaching a New Bug Old Tricks"
Patricia Rosa, Ph.D., of the Rocky Mountain Laboratory, NIAID, will present a seminar for the Scholars in Infectious Diseases series on Monday, April 29, at 12 Noon, in Lecture Hall 5, HSC Level 3. The title of Dr. Rosa's talk is: "Molecular Genetics of the Lyme Disease Spirochete: Teaching a New Bug Old Tricks."
For more information, please call the Center for Infectious Diseases at 2-4286.
Submitted by: Dreania LeVine/UHMC
26. 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. 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 consecutive Fridays, May 3rd, 10th and 17th from 2:30 to 4:30 p.m. at 33 Research Way, Stony Brook Technology Park. For information please call 444-9815.
Submitted by: Marion Hollinger/UHMC
27. Department of Biochemistry and Cell Biology Seminar
Dr. Randolph Hampton from University of California, San Diego will be presenting a seminar for the Department of Biochemistry and Cell Biology entitled, "Ubiquitin and the Regulation of Cholesterol," on Wednesday, May 1, 2002. It will be held in Room 038 in the Life Sciences Building at 1:00pm.
Submitted by: Lizandia Perez/CAS
28. Lecture by NYC archaeologist Dr. Diana Wall, 4:00 pm on Thursday 5/2 in Javits 101.
Please join us for the first of the 2002 Lectures in Northeastern Archaeology Series on Thursday May 2 at 4:00 pm in Javits room 101. Our speaker is Dr. Diana Wall of CUNY, co-author of the recent award-winning book, "Unearthing Gotham: The Archaeology of New York City." Sponsored by the Institute for Long Island Archaeology.
Submitted by: Daria Merwin/CAS
29. Global Brown Bag Series in the Sociology Department, Thursday May 2nd at 2:15 in SBS N-403
Please join us for the last meeting of the Global Brown Bag Series.
Tyson Smith will present his work on: "The Construction of Masculinity in Jim Beam's, 'Real Friends, Real Bourbon' global advertising campaign."
Thursday May 2nd at 2:15 in SBS N-403
Submitted by: Daniel Levy/CAS
30. A Reading By Cortney Davis Poet And Nurse & Presentation Of Awards To Winners Of 2002 IMCS Writing Competition
Cortney Davis, judge of this year's writing contest, is a poet and nurse practitioner, winner of an NEA poetry fellowship, author of two poetry collections and a non-fiction book about her work in women's health, and co-editor of a collection of writing by nurses. She lives in Redding, Connecticut and works in the women's health clinic at Danbury Hospital. Cortney Davis examines the rich material of both family and professional life in her poems, and is particularly interested in the nurse's viewpoint.
Wednesday, May 1st, 2002, 4pm HSC, L3, Lecture Hall 5
FOR MORE INFORMATION, CONTACT IMCS AT 444-8029
Submitted by: Heidi Campani/UHMC
31. Harriman School Seminar, Wednesday, May 8, Noon, 304 Harriman, FuzzEA: A Fuzzy Logic Approach to Efficiency Analysis, Thomas R. Sexton
We apply fuzzy logic to measure the efficiency of a unit that consumes multiple inputs to produce multiple outputs. We demonstrate how fuzzy inference produces an efficiency profile of a producing unit, which can serve as the output of the analysis or which can be defuzzified to produce a specific efficiency score. The approach has several advantages. First, it allows the analyst to measure the efficiency of an individual unit without collecting detailed data for all comparable units, as required by other methods. Second, it allows the analyst and context expert to incorporate industry-specific experiential knowledge often known as benchmarks, or rules of thumb. Therefore, the analyst may prefer this approach when detailed industry-wide data are unavailable, or when the analyst requires efficiency results for only one or a small number of units. Third, context experts may find the results more acceptable because the methodology explicitly incorporates expert experience.
Submitted by: Thomas Sexton/CEAS
32. University Association
The University Association has had a long-standing relationship with SUNY @ Stony Brook and the community. It has been a vital source for scholarships for over 40 years.
We are sorry to announce the dissolution of the University Association as of July, 2002. The University Association board members would like to thank everyone for their support and contributions. The interest groups have made arrangements to continue to operate independently or disband with us. If you are a member of an interest group, please contact the interest group chairperson for further information.
Thank you. Sincerely, University Association Board Members
Submitted by: Priscilla Komara/CPMP
33. Summer Camp at Stony Brook Two New Open House Dates une 24 - August 16, 2002
The Summer Camp at Stony Brook is back for its third exciting year. 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. For more information please come to one of our Open Houses in the Sports Complex or call the Camp office at 632-4550.
Visit our website at www.stonybrook.edu/daycamp
10% Discount on Tuition for Stony Brook Staff Members.
New Open House Date: Sat. May 11th 9am to 12pm/
Submitted by: Janice Maggio/CAS
34. Science Exploration Camp
This program is for students entering 7th, 8th, or 9th grade in September of 2002. Classes are filled on a first-come, first-serve basis; we will accept a maximum of 24 students per session. The academic program will complement the students? science curriculum at school and challenge them to think, investigate, and experiment. Each program will be laboratory-based, but will involve reading, computer searching, writing and group work. Students participating in these programs should be interested in science, inquisitive, and willing to work hard to learn something new! Please contact Judy Nimmo at 631-632-9750 for brochure and registration form.
http://www.stonybrook.edu/ligase
Submitted by: Judith Nimmo/CAS
35. Looking For A Positive And Convenient Summer Experience For Your Kindergarten, 1st Or 2nd Grader? SBCCSI's On Campus Program.
Stony Brook Child Care Services (SBCCSI) is offering a summer program for children who have completed kindergarten, first and second grade. The lead teacher is a certified NYS elementary school teacher and will offer a balance of individual / group, indoor/ outdoor, active / quiet play, art, music, science, language, math activities and field trips celebrating summer.
The program runs Monday thru Friday from 8 am - 6pm. Parents can sign up for 6,7,8,9 or 10 weeks. The choice of which weeks is up to parents. Priority and a 10% discount is given to University, Hospital and HSC families. For more information call 632 6930.
Submitted by: Denise Masone/Affl
36. Clinical trial to relieve the symptoms of dry mouth
Do you have dry mouth? Have you been diagnosed with a disease such as Sjogren's, Lupus, Rheumatoid Arthritis? Would you like to earn $500.
If you have a diagnosis of any systemic disease that may cause you to have dry mouth through most of the day and night, the School of Dental Medicine at the State University of New York at Stony Brook is conducting a clinical research project on a mouthwash that may improve the feeling of oral dryness. If you are over 18 years of age, you may qualify for this study. If you are interested, Please call 631-632-8925
Submitted by: Mark Wolff/HSC