Campus Announcements for the week of 05/06/2002
Table of Contents
1. Hardware upgrade of "Adam" Server
2. Welcome to the New Library Catalog, STARS!
3. A TIAA-CREF Representative will be at Tech Park on June 20, 2002 to conduct individual counseling sessions.
4. 3 Month Health Insurance Extension For Graduating Students, Ages 19-25
5. Web Site Correction - New Semi-Annual Benefits Bulletin for State (West Campus & HSC) and Research Foundation Employees
6. Weight Watchers at Work
7. New York State Long-Term Care Insurance Plan (NYPERL) - One Time Open Enrollment Ends May 31
8. Meeting of Black Faculty and Staff Association
9. Annual Undergraduate Student Art Exhibition In University Art Gallery
10. Typewriter Repair Contract
11. Paw Prints Brick Program, Buy your brick today!
12. Summer health Insurance for full-time and part-time 21 pay faculty
13. Golf For The Beginner
14. Project Liberty is providing free support services to persons affected by the September 11th World Trade Center attacks.
15. Seawolves Stadium Continues To Progress In Preparation For September Opening
16. Plant Sales -5/8 5/9 Last Sale
17. EVENSONG - An Original Play by Joan Hawley- May 9-11
18. Free Wellness Seminar in Self Defense
19. May 11th, 2002: 3rd Annual Stony Brook Invitational Jazz Festival
20. Family Violence Education & Research Center Spring Colloquia Schedule
21. Family Violence Education & Research Center-Special Series Workshops Related To 9/11 Tragedy
22. EAP Lunchtime Learning-Lunch Included-May 7, 2002 12-1 P.M. Adult Children Living At Home
23. Harriman School Seminar, Wednesday, May 8, Noon, 304 Harriman, FuzzEA: A Fuzzy Logic Approach to Efficiency Analysis, Thomas R. Sexton
24. SEM Graduate Student Symposium (Northeast Region) May 6th and May 7th Dr. Raman Singh and Dr. Fu-pen are your hosts.
25. International Services Workshop Series -- Travel Clinic
26. 9th Annual Lauren Ackerman Memorial Lecture Hosted by the Depts. of Orthopaedics and Biomedical Engineering
27. ALS (Lou Gehrig's Disease) Symposium, Saturday, May 11, 10-3, Student Activities Center, West Campus, Lunch & Admission free
28. The Graduate School Colloquium Series Presents: Grant & Fellowship Writing Workshop
29. The Graduate School Colloquium Series Presents: The 2002 Distinguished Doctoral Awards Colloquium
30. Doctoral Degree Defense Announcement
31. Summer Camp at Stony Brook Two New Open House Dates June 24 - August 16, 2002
32. Looking For A Positive And Convenient Summer Experience For Your Kindergarten, 1st Or 2nd Grader? SBCCSI's On Campus Program.
33. Clinical trial to relieve the symptoms of dry mouth
1. Hardware upgrade of "Adam" Server
The hardware configuration of "Adam" server is being upgraded from an E5000 to a SF 4800. All files, databases and applications on "Adam" server will be moved to the new configuration during the Memorial Day weekend. The server and all applications on it will be unavailable from 8 AM Saturday May 25 until 5 PM Sunday May 26.
Those who are responsible for databases and applications on Adam are offered the opportunity to test and validate their databases and applications on the new hardware configuration before the switch over takes place. If you would like to avail yourself of this opportunity please contact Sat Manthani (smanthani@notes.cc.sunysb.edu 2-8024) or Sanjay Kapur (skapur@notes.cc.sunysb.edu 2-8029).
Submitted by: Dominic Seraphin/DoIT
2. 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 8, 12:40 pm
Session is 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
3. A TIAA-CREF Representative will be at Tech Park on June 20, 2002 to conduct individual counseling sessions.
June 20, 2002, a TIAA-CREF Representative will be at Tech Park, Bldg. 31, Conference Room A to conduct individual counseling sessions from 8 am to 4 pm for Tech Park Employees. To schedule an appointment call TIAA-CREF at 1-800-842-8412.
Tech Park, LISVH, Coram Health Center and hospital employees may contact TIAA-CREF at 1-800-842-8412 to schedule an appointment for an individual counseling session on a different day.
http://www.tiaa-cref.org
Submitted by: Cassandra Moore/UHMC
4. 3 Month Health Insurance Extension For Graduating Students, Ages 19-25
Graduating dependents are entitled to continued health insurance coverage for up to 3 months following the end of the month in which course requirements have been completed. Please contact the Benefits Office at 2-6150 for more information and forms.
Submitted by: Alessandra White/Admin
5. Web Site Correction - 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.stonybrook.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.stonybrook.edu/hr/benefits
Submitted by: Alexis Swiatkowski/Admin
6. Weight Watchers at Work
The new session of Weight Watchers at work will have it's registration on Thursday, May 9, 12:30pm in SAC room 302. It is a ten week session for $99.00. Get slim for the summer! The class will begin on May 16, 12:30pm in SAC 302. Contact Christine Fuentes, 2-9392 or 2-4316 for information.
Submitted by: Joan Signorelli/Lib
7. New York State Long-Term Care Insurance Plan (NYPERL) - One Time Open Enrollment Ends May 31
Reminder: The deadline for enrolling in NYPERL without submitting proof of health is May 31. Although eligible STATE employees can apply at any time, waiting until after May 31st may mean you will not be approved for the coverage due to health concerns. Visit the NYPERL web site directly at
http://www.nyperl.net
or call 1-866-474-5824 for more information and an enrollment kit. You can also link to their web site through the (West Campus & HSC)Benefits web site at
http://www.stonybrook.edu/hr/benefits
Submitted by: Alexis Swiatkowski/Admin
8. Meeting of Black Faculty and Staff Association
The weekly meeting to the BFSA will take place on Monday Arpil 1, 2002 from 12 to 1 p.m. in the School of Social Welfare Faculty and Staff Conference Room, HSC Level 2. The agenda will focus on Issues in the Workplace.
Submitted by: Aldustus Jordan/UHMC
9. 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. The juried show includes 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
10. Typewriter Repair Contract
In May, information and new pricing will be sent to all departments who took advantage of the Typewriter Repair Contract last year. If your department did not use the contract last year, but is interested in putting your typewriter under contract for fiscal year 02/03, please send me, Gail Catapano, an E-Mail at GCatapano@Notes. I will send you all the information and pricing neccessary. Thank you.
Submitted by: Gail Catapano/Admin
11. 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
12. 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
13. Golf For The Beginner
Have you always wanted to learn golf's basics? Grip, stance, alignment, pre-shot routine, full swing, pitching, chipping, and putting. Stony Brook University's Division of Physical Education and Athletics is offering several two-day, morning sessions of intensive golf instruction and practice. 3 hours each. Day #1 will be indoors in the Stony Brook Sports Complex. Day #2 will be at the Ponds practice facility adjacent to the Smithaven Mall. Fee is $50. Adult clubs and practice balls will be provided. Call Paul Dudzick 632-4753 for an application. Select from any of these 2-day sessions.
Session #1: Monday May 20 & Monday May 27, 7am to 10am
Session #2: Tuesday May 21 & and Tuesday May 28, 7am to 10am
Session #3: Wednesday May 22 & Wednesday May 29, 7am to 10am
Session #4: Friday May 24 & Friday May 31, 7am to 10am
Submitted by: Paul Dudzick/CAS
14. 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 @ Stony Brook.
Submitted by: Bridget Baio/HSC
15. Seawolves Stadium Continues To Progress In Preparation For September Opening
Stony Brook University will dawn a whole new era on September 14 with the opening of the 8,000-seat Seawolves Stadium - the largest and most up-to-date outdoor facility in all of Suffolk County.
The stadium construction continues to progress. The installation of the all-weather field turf surface will begin in mid-May with completion set for the first week in June.
Stony Brook will open the stadium September 14, 2002 when the football team battles Long Island rival St. John's at 6:00 p.m.
Season tickets for the upcoming 2002 Stony Brook University football season start at $25 and go on sale Monday, May 6 by calling (631) 632-4516.
For more information, please visit the Stony Brook Seawolves web site at www.goseawolves.org.
Submitted by: Timothy Szlosek/CAS
16. Plant Sales -5/8 5/9 Last Sale
Last PLANT AND FLOWER SALE Wed.& Thur. May 8 & 9 STONY BROOK UNION LOBBY 10 A.M.TO 3 P.M. Gifts for Mother'Day & Spring
Submitted by: Marcia Wiener/OSA
17. EVENSONG - An Original Play by Joan Hawley- May 9-11
Evensong is a play that deals with the troubled relationships of college-aged people stuck in a domestic dystopia. This is an original play by Joan Hawley, winner of the 2001 Goldstone Award for Playwriting. Evensong will be performed at The Cabaret @ the Spot (Fannie Brice Building in Roosevelt Quad) on May 9, 10, 11 at 8 p.m.
For info, directions and scoop behind this true story, visit www.evensongplay.com
Submitted by: Augusta Kuhn/CAS
18. Free Wellness Seminar in Self Defense
Self Defense Class offered by the Wellness Center and University Police. Classes will be held on the following Wednesday's at 5:15pm in the Wellness Center located in basement of SAC.
Dates: 5/8, 5/15, 5/29
Time: 5:15pm
Class limited to first 15 registered.
To register contact Sue DiMonda, Director of Campus Recreation by e-mail on notes or 632-7206.
http://www.recreation.sunysb.edu
Submitted by: Susan Dimonda/CAS
19. May 11th, 2002: 3rd Annual Stony Brook Invitational Jazz Festival
The festival is free to the public from 9:45-6:30 p.m. Performances by the Long Island college and high school groups will begin at 9:45 a.m. and conclude on a high note with a featured performance by trumpeter Tom Harrell's Quintet at 8:00 p.m. musicians. All performances will take place at the Recital Hall in the Staller Center at SUNY/Stony Brook.
Clinics will be performed by pianist Barry Harris and jazz historian Lewis Porter.
Admission for Tom Harrell's Quintet evening performance is $4 for students and seniors, $8 for all others. The Stony Brook Big Band Jazz Ensemble, which will be one of the participating schools in the festival, will also open the evening concert performance.
http://www.stonybrook.edu/sb/jazz/
Submitted by: Daniel Faulk/CAS
20. 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
21. 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
22. 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
23. 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
24. SEM Graduate Student Symposium (Northeast Region) May 6th and May 7th Dr. Raman Singh and Dr. Fu-pen are your hosts.
The 2002 SEM (Society of Experimental Mechanics) Graduate Student Symposium for the Northeast Region will be held on May 6th and May 7th on the campus of the State University of New York at Stony Brook. Graduate students from Northeastern, Rutgers, SUNY Stony Brook, University of Rhode Island and Worcester Polytech will participate. At the symposium, Mechanical Engineering graduate students will present their research, learn experimental mechanics techniques and form a professional network. For details, call Dr. Raman Singh at 632 4354 or Ann Berrios at 632 8300.
Submitted by: Ann Berrios/CEAS
25. International Services Workshop Series -- Travel Clinic
On Tuesday, May 7, 10:00 a.m., in the Graduate School Conference Room, International Services will provide a session of information on traveling during these uncertain times. A great deal of rumor and misinformation exists regarding the newest regulations published by the Immigration and Naturalization Service. We will discuss the most recent trends, offer advice, and answer questions regarding travel. All are welcome.
For further information, contact International Services at 632-4685.
Submitted by: Rose Cohen-Brown/Grad
26. 9th Annual Lauren Ackerman Memorial Lecture Hosted by the Depts. of Orthopaedics and Biomedical Engineering
2001-2002 Biomedical Engineering Seminar Series "The State of the Art in Total Joint Reconstruction" Harry Rubash, M.D. Professor of Orthopaedic Surgery Massachusetts General Hospital Wednesday, May 8, 2002 4:00 PM Harold Atkins Learning Center HSC L4, SOM
This seminar is co-hosted by the Depts. of Orthopaedics and Biomedical Engineering
For further information, please call 4-2303.
Submitted by: Anne Marie Dusatko/UHMC
27. ALS (Lou Gehrig's Disease) Symposium, Saturday, May 11, 10-3, Student Activities Center, West Campus, Lunch & Admission free
Stony Brook University and Ride for Life, an ALS (Lou Gehrig's Disease) organization, are hosting this event to focus attention on ALS. The keynote speaker will be Dr. Mark Bromberg, M.D., Ph.D., Professor of Neurology, University of Utah. Another speaker will be Dr. Rahman Pourmand, Professor of Neurology, Stony Brook University Hospital. 10:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. Student Activities Center. Please RSVP 632-9115 for attendance at complimentary luncheon. Tours of Javits Room at Melville Library or ALS Clinic at University Hospital. Vendors Tables. Admission free.
Submitted by: Helen Carrano/Pres
28. The Graduate School Colloquium Series Presents: Grant & Fellowship Writing Workshop
Tuesday, May 7, 4-5 p.m. SAC 302
Linda Merians and Sandra Czybora, of the University Development Office, will present a workshop on grant and fellowship writing general enough to apply to graduate students in all disciplines. The workshop will cover what types of grants & fellowships are available, how to find them and pointers for writing them, including structure, what grantors are looking for, and general dos and don'ts. A list of websites and other resources where grant/fellowship information is available will be handed out and questions answered. Come one, come all!
Refreshments will be served.
For more information, contact Maureen Shaiman, Graduate Student Advocate, at mlshaiman@notes.cc.sunysb.edu
Submitted by: Maureen Shaiman/GST
29. The Graduate School Colloquium Series Presents: The 2002 Distinguished Doctoral Awards Colloquium
Wednesday, May 15, 2002, 2:30-4:00 p.m. in the Javits room of the Melville Library (2nd floor)
This year's Distinguished Doctoral Award recipients will present their work (in language that non-scientists will understand!) at this annual colloquium. Even if it's not your field, come hear what the very best graduating Ph.D. students have done--what could be more interesting?
The presenters are: Mathew Cashen, Physics and Astronomy, Shu-Chiuan Chang, Physics and Astronomy, and Jianfeng Jiang, Chemistry. Congratulations to you!
Refreshments will follow at the Graduate Awards Reception Ceremony at 4:00 p.m. in the Alliance Room.
For more information, contact Maureen Shaiman, Graduate Student Advocate, at mlshaiman@notes.cc.sunysb.edu
Submitted by: Maureen Shaiman/GST
30. Doctoral Degree Defense Announcement
NAME: Pablo R. Stevenson
DEPT./PROGRAM: Anthropology/ IDPAS
TITLE OF DEFENSE OR RECITAL "Frugivory and Seed Dispersal by Woolly Monkeys (Lagothrix lagothricha) at Tinigua National Park, Colombia"
DATE: 05/22/2002 11:00 AM T-8 HSC ROOM NO 025
http://www.grad.sunysb.edu/ddd/index.html
Submitted by: Vijay-Chandru Mirchandani/GST
31. Summer Camp at Stony Brook Two New Open House Dates June 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
32. 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
33. 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