Campus Announcements for the week of 09/16/2002
Table of Contents
1. Distinguished Teaching and Service Professorship Nominations Due September 27
2. Salute To Stony Brook - Adopt a Rubber Duck
3. Karaoke singers wanted for Salute to Stony Brook celebration
4. Salute To Stony Brook - Bed Race Competition
5. Library Tours
6. FREE Workshop on New Library Catalog and Databases
7. Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Offering Helpful Post 9/11/01 Information
8. Parking Notice - HSC/Hospital
9. Disability Support Services has moved
10. State Employees (West Campus and HSC) and Research Foundation Employees - Visit our Human Resource Services/Benefits Web Site
11. Professional Development Training Series
12. TIAA-CREF Lunchtime Session-Staying On Track In A Market Downturn - September 18, 2002, 12:00-1:00
13. The University Club will open on September 17 for the Fall semester!
14. New Color Copier at Library Photocopy Center
15. Topics in Atmospheric and Oceanic Sciences Seminar, September 18, 2002.
16. Walk-A-Thon To Support Habitat For Humanity
17. The Adult Literacy Center at Stony Brook - Needs you!
18. Employee Assistance Program Lunchtime Learning - LUNCH PROVIDED
19. Project Liberty provides free support services to persons affected by the events of September 11th.
20. Workshop on Inner Leadership for Personal and Corporate lives.
21. Free concert at University Art Gallery
22. "Stony Brook Remembers 9/11: Celebrating America's Freedoms" at University Art Gallery in Staller Center
23. Tianjin Children's Art Troupe
24. Department of Campus Recreation Tennis Tournament
25. Tennis Anyone - Beginner and Intermediate Lessons
26. Happy Hour Fitness Classes
27. Department of Neurobiology & Behavior Seminar
28. Biomedical Engineering Seminar Series Lecture
First Lecture of the Series, Wed., Sept. 18, 2002
29. Meet the Oncology Nurse from The Stony Brook Hospital's Cancer Helpline
30. Family Violence Education and Research Center Calendar of Events, Fall 2002
31. Of Interest to Quilters
32. Retirement Party For Deputy Chief Herb Petty and Lieutenant Frank Parrino of University Police
33. Seawolves Express
34. Colloquium of Department of Physics and Astronomy by Chen Ning Yang
35. Living World Public Lecture Series Sponsored by Ecology and Evolution Department
36. Ecology And Evolution Seminar
37. Little Angel Fund Annual Golf Outing -- Golfers And Volunteers Needed
38. Calling All Poets...
39. CSEA Worker Training Classes
40. Oceans and Atmosphere Colloquium, Septenber 20, 2002
41. Yoga Classes
42. Ballroom Dance/Social at the Student Union, Sep 21, 8PM
43. Stony Brook University Writing Conference With Peter Elbow
44. Career Women's Luncheon - Thursday, October 10, 12:00 Noon, Student Union Ballroom
45. Doctoral Defense Announcements
46. Clinical trial for females
47. A Study to Treat Osteopenia and Periodontal Disease
48. Osteoporosis Prevention And Management
49. Come Celebrate Nurse-Midwifery Week October 8,2002 with the Stony Brook Midwifery Practice
50. Diabetes and Periodontitis
1. Distinguished Teaching and Service Professorship Nominations Due September 27
REMINDER: If you intend to file a nomination for a colleague for either the SUNY Distinguished Teaching Professor or SUNY Distinguished Service Professor title by the November 18th deadline, you need to submit only the SINGLE PAGE NOMINATION FORM by SEPTEMBER 27 to Regina Funaro, Provost's Office, 407 Administration Building, Z=1401. Ms. Funaro can be reached at ex. 2-7016.This will enable the Provost's office to better facilitate the nomination process. Subsequently, the full nomination file with supporting documentation is due November 18, 2002. The form and the entire nomination booklet is only available on the web at www.sunysb.edu/pres. No hard copy booklets or forms will be mailed for this year's award nominations.
Submitted by: George Meyer/Pres
2. Salute To Stony Brook - Adopt a Rubber Duck
Salute to Stony Brook will be held on Thursday, September 19, 2002. One of the festivities planned is Rubber Duck Races down the brook located next to the Administration Building. We have 500 Rubber Ducks ready for Adoption, if interested in adopting a duck e-mail: campusrecreation@notes.cc.sunysb.edu
Please include your campus address in the e-mail so we may mail you your adoption papers. Once the races are finished you can pick-up your duck at the Campus Recreation Duck Race Tent or later that week.
All events are Free and open to all students, faculty and staff.
http://www.recreation.sunysb.edu
Submitted by: Susan Dimonda/CAS
3. Karaoke singers wanted for Salute to Stony Brook celebration
Students, faculty and staff are invited to take part in a Karaoke contest during Salute to Stony Brook, Thursday, September 19th from 4:30 - 7:00 pm. Prizes for best performers. Contest to be held in Administration Building, 2nd floor lobby. Space is limited, so reserve your chance to sing. Call Amy Coopersmith at
632-4559 to sign up.
Submitted by: Amy Coopersmith/UAff
4. Salute To Stony Brook - Bed Race Competition
Salute to Stony Brook will be held on Thursday, September 19, 2002. One of the festivities planned is the Bed Race competition up the Zebra Path located next to the Library. Teams will consist of 4 members. Competition Starts at 4:30pm. If you are intersted in competing in the bed races or want more information, please contact Marie from the Department of Campus Recreation @ 632-4145 or email @ campusrecreation@notes.cc.sunysb.edu
All events are Free and open to all students, faculty and staff.
http://www.recreation.sunysb.edu
http://www.recreation.sunysb.edu
Submitted by: Marie Turchiano/CAS
5. Library Tours
Come to the Melville Library to learn of the many resources and services it offers. New students, faculty, and staff are welcome to drop in for a tour. No sign-up necessary. Tours begin at the Central Reading Room, First Floor of Melville Library.
Tuesday, Sept. 17, 4 P.M.
Wednesday, Sept. 18, 5 P.M.
Thursday, Sept. 19, 1 P.M.
Call 632-7110 for information.
http://www.sunysb.edu/library/opensessions.html
Submitted by: Janet Clarke/Lib
6. FREE Workshop on New Library Catalog and Databases
Learn how easy it is to use the new web-based library catalog, STARS! Find out how to view your personal borrower information, renew books online, and search the catalog like you've never done before. While you're here, try out one of over 500 databases.
New students and faculty especially welcome.
Wednesday, Sept. 18, 12:40 PM
Thursday, Sept. 26, 5:30 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/opensessions.html
Submitted by: Janet Clarke/Lib
7. Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Offering Helpful Post 9/11/01 Information
The EAP website has posted some valuable information and a helpful article regarding post 9/11/01 issues. Please visit our Web site at
http://www.sunysb.edu/eap
, to browse an assortment of materials that may be helpful to those of you who are experiencing any difficulties regarding this first 9/11/01 Anniversary. As always, the EAP is available to meet with you individually and confidentially to help you through any of your concerns. Please call 632-6085 for an appointment.
http://www.sunysb.edu/eap
Submitted by: Linda Tatem/Pres
8. Parking Notice - HSC/Hospital
If you are currently parking in the HSC Garage and on the waiting list to use the Hospital garage, please call 4-6607/6608 to transfer your garage card.
If you would like to be placed on the Hospital Garage waiting list, please call 4-6607/6608 to have your name added to the list.
Submitted by: Theresa Kist/Admin
9. Disability Support Services has moved
Disability Support Services has moved to the Educational Communications Center (ECC Bldg.) room 128, Zip 2662. Our telephone numbers remain the same. 632-6748.
Submitted by: Evelyn Flores/OSA
10. State Employees (West Campus and HSC) and Research Foundation Employees - Visit our Human Resource Services/Benefits Web Site
If you are planning on retiring or are just interested in your Benefits, don't forget to visit our Human Resource Services/Benefits web site at
http://www.stonybrook.edu/hr/benefits
. You can view frequently asked questions, link to health and retirement plan web sites, find out about financial education/retirement planning seminars, long-term care insurance, and other Benefits you may be eligible for. The web site has a great deal of information for your viewing convenience.
http://www.stonybrook.edu/hr/benefits
Submitted by: Alexis Swiatkowski/Admin
11. Professional Development Training Series
If you are interested in enhancing your professional skills, this program is for you. This program focuses on building professional relationships and gives employees skills in many critical areas: Listening, Taking on a New Assignment, Getting Your Point Across, Participating in Meetings, Keeping Your Boss Informed, Resolving Issues with Others, Being a Team Player.
This is a five-session series.
DATES: OCTOBER 4, 11, 18, 25, NOVEMBER 1 TIME: 9:30-1:00
To Register: Contact Denise Gross at 2-4501 or visit our website www.stonybrook.edu/training
http://www.stonybrook.edu/training
Submitted by: Cindy Brodsky/Admin
12. TIAA-CREF Lunchtime Session-Staying On Track In A Market Downturn - September 18, 2002, 12:00-1:00
In times like these, maintaining a suitable investment strategy is more important than ever. This session will address concerns you may have about market volatility and ways to avoid common investor overreactions to it. Lunch will be served.
To register call Denise Gross at 2-4501.
http://www.stonybrook.edu/hr/training
Submitted by: Denise Gross/Admin
13. The University Club will open on September 17 for the Fall semester!
Stop in for lunch Tuesday-Friday from 12:00 noon - 2:00 p.m.
If you would like to make a reservation, please call Lana at 632-7069.
http://www.campusdining.org
Submitted by: Angela Agnello/FSA
14. New Color Copier at Library Photocopy Center
The Photocopy Center Located on the Third Floor Stacks Area of Melville Library has a New Color Copier. Copies cost $1.00 and can be made Monday through Friday 8:30 A.M. - 4:30 P.M.
Submitted by: Kenneth Doyle/Lib
15. Topics in Atmospheric and Oceanic Sciences Seminar, September 18, 2002.
Dr. John Wilson from the Geophysical Fluid Dynamics Laboratory, NOAA, will present a seminar on "General Circulation Model Simulations of the Annual Cycle of Mars Climate" at 11:30 a.m. on September 18, 2002. The seminar will take place at the Marine Sciences Research Center, Endeavour Hall 120. For more information, please call 632-8009.
http://atmos.msrc.sunysb.edu
Submitted by: Gina Gartin/MSRC
16. Walk-A-Thon To Support Habitat For Humanity
Homelessness is on the rise on Long Island, but you can help break the cycle of poverty for a deserving family. Join our campus community and Habitat for Humanity as we work together to make a family's dream of home ownership come true by participating in a Walk-a-Thon for affordable housing on Sunday, September 29 at Heckscher State Park. You can be a part of this great effort by signing up at www.walkonhome.com, calling 212-807-6478 or by picking up a registration form located on campus as well as any Washington Mutual branch. When registering, be sure to reference Habitat for Humanity and Participant Organization 3089. One hundred percent of the funds raised will go to support the Habitat for Humanity. Join us in this valuable work, and show that, all together, Stony Brook cares. Together we can make a difference, one nail at a time.
Submitted by: Lori Marjowski/Res
17. The Adult Literacy Center at Stony Brook - Needs you!
The Adult Literacy Center at Stony Brook University is a partnership between the Literacy Volunteers of America-Suffolk County, Inc.and Stony Brook University. The Center is designed to serve the employees, students, their families, stakeholders, and other constituents.
The Adult Literacy Center focuses on the university primary missions of teaching, research, and service. Services include basic literacy tutoring for the low-level reader (below 6th grade) and for those in need of conversational English skills.
The Adult Literacy Center at Stony Brook University is in need of volunteers to help individuals within our community learn to read and write and/or speak conversational English. Tutor Training Workshops will be offered at libraries throughout the county starting in September 2002 and on campus Spring, 2003. For more information and a copy of the current workshop schedule, please call (631)444-6428 or e-mail Bessie Ortega, Literacy Coordinator at bessie.ortega@stonybrook.edu
Submitted by: Bessie Ortega/UHMC
18. Employee Assistance Program Lunchtime Learning - LUNCH PROVIDED
HEALTHY BOUNDARIES BETWEEN PARENTS AND TEENS
Having healthy boundaries means we are able to connect, in positive ways, what we want as a parent with what the teenager wants. In doing so, we build mutual consideration and respect. This workshop will cover when to use boundaries, the characteristics of healthy boundaries, tips and strategies to build a solid relationship with your teenager. A checklist will be distributed to evaluate patterns in your current relationship. Please note: September 23rd is National Family Day
Date: September 23, 2002, Monday
Time: 12:00-1:30
Place: West Campus, Women's Studies Colloquium Center (formerly Peace Center)
To register: Download form from www.stonybrook.edu/hr (click on Training & Organizational Development). Then fax to: 632-6168; or call Denise Gross at 632-4501for form. Don't forget, lunch is provided! Maximum registrants-15.
http://www.sunysb.edu/eap
Submitted by: Linda Tatem/Pres
19. Project Liberty provides free support services to persons affected by the events of September 11th.
Project Liberty provides free supportive counseling services to persons, families, and groups affected by the events of September 11th. Individual counseling and support groups are available for anyone affected by the attacks and the aftermath. Please contact Bridget Baio at the Sayville Project/School of Social Welfare for more information or assistance (563-2290 or bbaio@notes.cc.sunysb.edu). Project Liberty is funded by FEMA and the Center for Mental Health Services. All services are FREE and strictly confidential.
Submitted by: Bridget Baio/HSC
20. Workshop on Inner Leadership for Personal and Corporate lives.
Russel J. von Frank II of TEC (Dedicated to Enhancing the Lives of CEO's) will be speaking on Inner Leadership at the next Business Friends of Hillel meeting on September 24th at 6:30 PM in Melville. BFOH is a group of Long Island business people who meet monthly to plan fundraising events for the Hillel Foundation at SBU. 7 meetings a year have top speakers and are free and open to all. To reserve by September 23rd at 4PM please email jzucker@notes.sunysb.edu or call 2-6565 (Jill)
http://www.BFOH.org
Submitted by: Jill Zucker/GST
21. Free concert at University Art Gallery
The contemporary music ensemble "NeitherMusic" will perform at the University Art Gallery in the Staller Center on Monday, Sept. 23, from 7:00 - 8:00 p.m. The concert will feature world and NY premieres, recently composed works, and a piece by American composer Frederic Rzewski. The concert will be performed during the drop-in workshop "Stony Brook Remembers 9/11: Celebrating America's Freedoms." Visitors may create works of art while listening to the NeitherMusic ensemble.
The ensemble consists of Suzanne Farrin, Jason Trueting, Lawson White, and Sebastian Zubieta. The group was founded in 2001 as a collective dedicated to the creation and performance of new works.
Free admission. For further information, please call 632-7240.
Submitted by: Marjorie Debowy/CAS
22. "Stony Brook Remembers 9/11: Celebrating America's Freedoms" at University Art Gallery in Staller Center
Drop-in workshop from Sept. 3 - 26, allows visitors to create works that will be the focal point of this workshop project. Visitors will be able to draw, paint, sculpt and write. This project was made possible by grants from Wal-Mart Foundation and the Friends of the Staller Center. Additional support received from Greatland Target, Island School and Art Supply, and Goldberg & Rodler Landscape Designs.
Hours: Tuesday - Friday, noon to 4 pm, Saturday, Sept. 21 from 7 - 8 pm, and Monday, Sept. 23 from 7 - 8 pm. Please call 632-7240 for special events schedule. FREE ADMISSION.
Submitted by: Marjorie Debowy/CAS
23. Tianjin Children's Art Troupe
The Tianjin Children's Art Troupe of acrobats, dancers, musicians, and martial artists who are on tour of America will be performing at Stony Brook University on Friday evening 20 Sept. from 7-9 p.m. at the SAC Auditorium. Tickets are only $10; $8 for children.
http://www.celt.sunysb.edu/chineseacrobats
Submitted by: Gary Mar/CAS
24. Department of Campus Recreation Tennis Tournament
On Saturday, Sept. 28 the Department of Campus Recreation will be organizing a Tennis Tournament (Single's Only) from 12:00pm - 3:00pm on the Physical Education Tennis Courts located near the Stadium parking lot. The tournament will be broken down into beginner, intermediate and advance levels with separate divisions for men and women. If you would like to register for this tournament or would like more information, please contact Marie at 632-4145 or email mturchiano@notes.cc.sunysb.edu. This event is free and open to all students, graduate students and faculty/staff of the University. A valid Stony Brook University ID is required upon registration.
http://www.recreation.sunysb.edu
Submitted by: Marie Turchiano/CAS
25. Tennis Anyone - Beginner and Intermediate Lessons
The instructors will be Gary Glassman and Marie-Claude Ostiguy . Glassman is entering his 4th season as the Head Men's and Women's Tennis Coach at Stony Brook University. Marie-Claude is starting her second year as the Assistant Coach for both the men and women at SBU.
Beginner Tennis Clinics - Monday nights from 5:30-7:00pm. Dates: September 23, 30, October 7, 14, 21, 28 Location: Varsity Tennis Courts 5:30 P.M.-6:15 P.M.:Instruction 6:15 P.M. -7:00 P.M.:Doubles Match Play Cost for 6 Lessons: $72.00, Limited to 15 registrants
Intermediate Tennis Clinics - Tuesday nights from 5:30 P.M.-7:00 P.M. Dates: September 17, 24, October 1, 8, 15, 22 Location: Varsity Tennis Courts 5:30-6:15 - Instruction 6:15-7:00 - Doubles Match Play Cost for 6 Lessons: $72.00, Limited to 15 registrants
To register please e-mail sdimonda@notes.cc.sunysb.edu or call 632-7206. Make checks payable to Campus Recreation, Sports Complex, Z=3505
http://www.recreation.sunysb.edu
Submitted by: Susan Dimonda/CAS
26. Happy Hour Fitness Classes
Low Impact Aerobics Monday's @ 5:15pm Dates: 9/23, 9/30, 10/7, 10/14, 10/21, 10/28
Step Aerobics Tuesday's 5:15pm Dates: 9/17, 9/24, 10/1, 10/8, 10/15, 10/22
Intermediate Yoga Tuesday's 5:30pm Dates: 9/17, 9/24, 10/1, 10/8, 10/15, 10/22
Beginner Yoga Wednesday's 6:00pm Dates: 9/18, 9/25, 10/2, 10/9, 10/16, 10/23
Fitness Class Sampler (6 different classes step, kickboxing, etc.) Wednesday's 5:15pm Dates: 9/18, 9/25, 10/2, 10/9, 10/16, 10/23
Body Sculpting Thursday's 5:15pm Dates: 9/19, 9/26, 10/3, 10/10, 10/17, 10/24
Cost: $35.00 for 6 sessions Contact Sue DiMonda, Director of Campus Recreation 2-7206
http://www.recreation.sunysb.edu
Submitted by: Susan Dimonda/CAS
27. Department of Neurobiology & Behavior Seminar
Dr. Roger Nicoll from University California San Francisco is our Seminar speaker. The title of the Seminar is "Synaptic Plasticity and the Postsynaptic Density"
Date: Thursday, 9/19/02
Time: 12:00 PM
Place: Life Science Building, Room 038
Please join us for coffee and cookies.
Submitted by: Carol Brady/CAS
28. Biomedical Engineering Seminar Series Lecture
First Lecture of the Series, Wed., Sept. 18, 2002
Ultrafast Optics and High Frequency Ultrasound for Cellular Manipulation
Matthew O'Donnell, Ph.D.
Jerry W. and Carol L. Levin Professor of Engineering
University of Michigan
Wednesday, September 18, 2002 4:00 PM
Harold Atkins Learning Center - HSC L4, SOM
Submitted by: Anne Marie Dusatko/UHMC
29. 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 9/19/02 from 12:00 noon till 2:00-PM.This is an opportunity to have cancer questions answered and to obtain cancer related information. For further information call the Cancer Helpline at 1800-862-2215
http://www.stonybrookhospital.com/index.cfm?id=1325
Submitted by: Lori Tischler/UHMC
30. Family Violence Education and Research Center Calendar of Events, Fall 2002
Thursday October 3rd -- Treatment of Domestic Violence in the Emergency Department - Fred Schiavone, M.D.
Thursday November 7th -- Sports Violence and Family Influence - Dan Bedard
Thursday December 12th -- Firestarters, Youthful Offenders, and Family Violence - Marlene Gralnick and Bruce Johnson
Submitted by: Kelvin Tune/HSC
31. Of Interest to Quilters
The current drop-in project (Stony Brook Remembers 9/11: Celebrating America's Freedoms) at the University Art Gallery in the Staller Center includes an area for quilting. Fabrics and tools are provided. After this project ends on Sept. 26, the quilts made during the project will be donated to an organization in Bellport that delivers quilts to the University Hospital Child Life Program as well as to a women's shelter.
Hours: Tuesday - Friday, noon to 4 pm; Sat. Sept 21, 7 - 8 pm; Monday, Sept 23, 7 - 8 pm. FREE ADMISSION. For more information, please call 632-7240.
Submitted by: Marjorie Debowy/CAS
32. Retirement Party For Deputy Chief Herb Petty and Lieutenant Frank Parrino of University Police
There will be a retirement party for Deputy Chief Herb Petty and Lieutenant Frank Parrino on October 15, 2002 from 6-10 pm held at the Meadow Club in Port Jeff Station. $60.00 per person includes buffet, beer, wine, soda and gift for each. Money is due by 10/4/02. Please contact either Rose or Lynne at 632-6350.
Submitted by: Rosemary Famiglietti/Admin
33. Seawolves Express
If you are looking for a new place to grab lunch on the go, visit the Seawolves Express in the Student Activities Center Lobby. This Cash Only kiosk offers gourmet sandwiches, chips and beverages from 11:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
http://naples.cc.sunysb.edu/FSA/fsa.nsf/pages/seaexpress
Submitted by: Angela Agnello/FSA
34. Colloquium of Department of Physics and Astronomy by Chen Ning Yang
On Tuesday, Sept. 17, 4:15 PM, Stony Brook's Einstein Professor Emeritus and Nobelist, Chen Ning Yang, will present the Colloquium of the Department of Physics and Astronomy. His subject will be "Thematic Melodies of 20th Century Theoretical Physics: Quantization, Symmetry and Phase Factor". This talk, which will be accessible to a broad audience, will discuss the past century's landmarks in the development of physics.
The location will be Ballroom A of the Student Activities Center. This is not the usual room, due to the nonstandard schedule of classes on Sept. 17.
Submitted by: Elizabeth Gasparino/CAS
35. Living World Public Lecture Series Sponsored by Ecology and Evolution Department
Jeffrey Levinton, Professor of Ecology and Evolution, will speak on "The Decline, Near Fall, and Renaissance of the Hudson River Environment".
When: Friday, September 20, 2002 Where: Earth and Space Sciences Lecture Theatre 001 Time: 7:30 - 8:30 PM Abstract: The Hudson River was once considered to be one of the most polluted rivers in America. Industrial pollution made the river run red, purple, and other noxious colors. Thanks to economic change and an aggressive environmental movement, the Hudson is alive and well. Here is the story of the pollution and cleanup of the most metal-polluted cove in the world and the environmental turnaround that followed.
http://life.bio.sunysb.edu/marinebio/livingworld
Submitted by: Gwendolyn Luke/CAS
36. Ecology And Evolution Seminar
Ecology and Evolution Seminar Wednesday, September 18, 2002 3:30p.m. Life Sciences Bldg.- Room 038
"E.O. WILSON'S RHETORICAL FAILURE"
Dr. Leah M. Ceccarelli, Department of Speech Communication, University of Washington
Host: Dr. Lev Ginzburg - risk@life.bio.sunysb.edu
If you need a disabiltiy-related accommodation, please call: The Department of Ecology and Evolution at (631) 632-8600
Submitted by: Marilyn Pakarklis/CAS
37. Little Angel Fund Annual Golf Outing -- Golfers And Volunteers Needed
The Little Angel Fund is sponsoring its ANNUAL GOLF OUTING on Monday, September 23, 2002 at Cherry Creek Golf Links in Riverhead. Registration at 11:00, BBQ lunch at 11:30, Putting Contest at 12:00, Shot Gun at 1:00, Beverage Cart & Snacks, Coctail Hour at 6:30, Buffet Dinner with beer, wine and soda at 7:30. Contests, raffles, 50/50, door prizes and lots of fun. Cost for the day is $150.00 per golfer or $580 a foursome. Cocktail hour and dinner is $55.00. The Little Angel Fund is a tax-exempt, non-profit organization. Our goal is to make life a little easier for the premature and/or seriously ill infants while in the NICU and to offer help and support for the bereaved. All proceeds used to benefit the Little Angel Fund in support of NICU units, especially SBUH. Contact Jenny Tranfaglia at 736-2512 for details.
Submitted by: Caroline Lazzaruolo/UHMC
38. Calling All Poets...
In conjunction with our drop-in workshop (Stony Brook Remembers 9/11: Celebrating America's Freedoms) the University Art Gallery in the Staller Center will be having an open poetry reading night on Saturday, September 21 from 7:00 - 8:00 p.m. All interested students, staff, faculty and community members are invited to participate and read their poems. Please call 632-7240 for more information.
Submitted by: Marjorie Debowy/CAS
39. CSEA Worker Training Classes
The School of Health Technology and Management is pleased to announce it's new Fall Course offerings to CSEA members.
During the week of September 16, we will offer Introduction to Communication, Introduction to Computing II,Risk Factors and Intervention Part II, and Stress Management Part I, If you are interested in attending and have not received a registration form, please call 4-2252. Additional courses will be offered throughout the Fall.
All classes will be held in the SHTM MILC Room, #500, HSC, Level 2. Walk-ins will be accommodated on a space available basis.
Submitted by: Catherine Horgan/HSC
40. Oceans and Atmosphere Colloquium, Septenber 20, 2002
Oceans and Atmosphere Colloquium, September 20, 2002 12:30 P.M. in Endeavour 120, Marine Sciences Research Center Presents: Dr. Kirk Cochran SUNY@ STONY BROOK, Topic: How we spent our summer vacation: REU 2002 in New York and Venice.
Submitted by: Camille Marksberry/UHMC
41. Yoga Classes
Yoga classes will be held beginning Thursday, Sept. 19th, at 5:30, in the School of Health Technology and Management, HSC L-2. The classes will run for eight consecutive Thursdays, ending on November 7th. The cost is $40, payable no later than Tuesday, Sept. 17th, and is non-refundable. Please call Andrea at 4-3226 to sign up and for additional information.
Submitted by: Andrea Ishigami/HSC
42. Ballroom Dance/Social at the Student Union, Sep 21, 8PM
SBU Dance for Wellness is having a Ballroom Dance/Social at the Student Union Building on Sep 21 at 8PM. Admission is $10/pp. There will be refreshments served and a DJ will be playing ballroom dance music. For more information, please e-mail Victor Poon at vipoon@ams.sunysb.edu or Lin-Shu Wang at lshuwang@notes.cc.sunysb.edu. Or call Victor at 631-632-8170.
Submitted by: Victor Poon/CEAS
43. Stony Brook University Writing Conference With Peter Elbow
The Program in Writing and Rhetoric at Stony Brook University announces a one-day conference: "Issues of Voice and Discourse in Teaching College Writing" featuring keynote speaker, Peter Elbow, emeritus professor of English at UMass, Amherst.
Saturday, October 5, 2002 9 AM to 5 PM Student Activities Center
To see the variety of workshops and how to register on-line. Click on the URL below.
http://http://ws.cc.stonybrook.edu/writrhet/conference2002/conferenceindex.htm
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Submitted by: Mary Leggio/CAS
44. Career Women's Luncheon - Thursday, October 10, 12:00 Noon, Student Union Ballroom
Howard Gimple, Writer/Project Manager in the Department of Communication, will be our speaker. He has written a witty and suspenseful contemporary thriller called "Deadly Refuge". Discover how Howard captured an international conspiracy linking South Africa and Long Island in this roller-coaster ride of drama and suspense through his main characters.
Payment of $8.50 is due before October 4th. Checks can be made payable to Chartwells. Bring payment to any of the people listed below:
Caroline Morbillo 2-9796, Pat Burke 2-4194, Alba Beltran 2-4151, Pat Miller 2-6010, Lucille Meci 2-8260, Pat Peiliker 2-8080, Chris Eastman 4-3056, Marie Barnouw 2-9248, Augusta Kuhn 2-7280.
Submitted by: Augusta Kuhn/CAS
45. Doctoral Defense Announcements
Please click on the link below for Doctoral Defenses this week:
http://www.grad.sunysb.edu/ddd/index.html
Submitted by: Ajay Gupta/GST
46. Clinical trial for females
Attention all Females 18 and older: Have you been having feelings of decreased sexual desire?
Do you have difficulty acheving orgasm? Overall dissatisfaction with your sex life?
If you've answered yes to any of these questions you may be eligable to participate in a clinical study using a new medication for female patients.
For more information please contact: Teresa Hunt-Goncalves RN 444-8302 All inquiries are strictly confidntial
Submitted by: Teresa Hunt-Goncalves/UHMC
47. A Study to Treat Osteopenia and Periodontal Disease
Is it possible that you have osteopenia? Do your gums bleed when you brush? Have you been told you have gum disease?
Would you like to earn $500
If you are a post-menopausal woman, not taking medications for osteoporosis, The School of Dental Medicine at the State University of New York at Stony Brook is conducting a clinical research project on a medication that may improve your gum disease and your osteopenia. If you are a woman with mild to moderate periodontal disease, early signs of osteoporosis and are between the ages of 45 and 70 you may qualify for this study. If you are interested, Please call: 631-632-8912
Submitted by: Mark Wolff/HSC
48. Osteoporosis Prevention And Management
The Division of Wellness and Chronic Illness in the Department of Family Medicine is offering a series of three group visits for the prevention and management of osteoporosis. Participants will be evaluated individually in order to assess osteoporosis severity.
The groups will also discuss osteoporosis in an integrative, holistic fashion with focus on measures that may be added to conventional treatment such as nutrition with whole foods, supplements, yoga, and exercises to improve hip and spine bone density. Conventional monitoring techniques and medical intervention with hormone replacement therapy and drugs will be covered as well.
The series of three, two-hour sessions will be conducted on consecutive Wednesdays, October 2nd, 9th and 16th between 4:30 and 6:30 p.m. at 33 Research Way, Stony Brook Technology Park.
Most insurance plans are accepted with appropriate co-pay. For those without coverage, the cost for the series is $150.00. To register, please call 631.444.9815
Submitted by: Marion Hollinger/UHMC
49. Come Celebrate Nurse-Midwifery Week October 8,2002 with the Stony Brook Midwifery Practice
You are cordially invited to join the Stony Brook Midwifery Practice, of the Department of OB/GYN, in celebrating the contributions midwives have made to the field of women's health care during an Open House to be held on Tuesday, October 8, 2002 in the cafteria hallway (level 5)from 9am-5pm. This celebration is being held in honor of Nurse-Midwifery Week and the Stony Brook Midwifery Practice's 2000th birth! The Open House will include educational materials, video presentations, product information and other handouts. Please join us for a day of information sharing, celebration and the empowerment of women in their pursuit of health care. For more information contact; Chris Kocis CNM 4-3632 or Careen Mauro CNM 4-2835. Thank you.
http://www.nymidwives.com
Submitted by: Christina Kocis/UHMC
50. Diabetes and Periodontitis
Are you a Type 1 Insulin-Dependent Diabetic? Do you have Periodontal (Gum) Disease?
Periodontal (gum) disease has been shown to make it more difficult to control diabetes. We are conducting a study to determine whether Periodontal Treatment can reduce specific markers of infection/inflammation that may make it more difficult for you and your physician to control diabetes. Study participants will receive a free periodontal cleaning and payment of up to $300.00.
Please contact:
Ruth Tenzler, RN BSN CCRC @ (631)632-9452
or Dr. Maria Ryan @ (631)632-9529 to discuss whether or not you qualify for this research study.
Submitted by: Ruth Tenzler/UHMC