Campus Announcements for the week of 07/22/2002
Table of Contents
1. Fedex Suspension
2. July Blood Drives
3. Research Foundation Empire Plan PPO - Prescription Plan Changing Its Name
4. FREE Cap & Gown rental for Faculty and Staff!
5. Summer Sessions Office Relocation
6. Ombuds Office Has A New Home
7. Volunteer For Welcome Wagon 2002!
8. For CSEA and PEF Employees - TIAA-CREF will be conducting a Tax-shelter workshop on July 23rd at 12 noon
9. The Hospital Benefits Office will close from 2 pm to 4 pm on Tuesdays and Fridays.
10. CSEA Local 614 Annual Members Picnic 8/17 12 Noon - 5 Pm At Southhaven Park - Rain Or Shine
11. SAFE KIDS Suffolk fund-raiser
12. Adorable kittens need good homes!
13. Project Liberty is providing free support services to persons affected by the events of September 11th.
14. Meet the Oncology Nurse from The Stony Brook Hospital?s Cancer Helpline
15. An investigational study on a medication that may improve your gum disease and your osteopenia
16. Clinical trial to determine the effectiveness of a consumer applied product in reducing dental sensitivity
17. Diabetes and Periodontitis
18. Do You Have Overactive Bladder That Causes Sudden, Uncontrollable Urges To Urinate That Causes Wetting Accidents?
19. Tooth Whitening Study
20. Doctoral Defense Announcements
21. Summer Fitness Classes @ 12 Noon Monday, Wednesday, Friday's
22. Need Flexible, Part Time Enrollment In A Summer Program For Your School Age Child? Need Coverage Only Occasionally?
1. Fedex Suspension
Effective June 11, 2002 and until further notice, FEDEX is suspended from accepting any new accounts for all levels of service due to unresolved contract issues concerning automatic refunds, contractor performance and reporting requirements. FEDEX contract users are advised that should ongoing negotiations on the unresolved issues fail to result in an acceptable agreement, further action, including possible cancellation, may be taken. Authorized users with existing FEDEX accounts may continue to use the contract services of FEDEX, however, users are advised to review all invoices for services upon receipt and to contact FEDEX immediately to request a refund in instances where FEDEX failed to provide delivery of the package within the time frame requested. For complete details please visit the following url:
http://www.ogs.state.ny.us/purchase/snt/awardnotes/7901100179pm8.pdf
http://www.ogs.state.ny.us/purchase/snt/awardnotes/7901100179pm8.pdf
Submitted by: Mary Woodward/Admin
2. July Blood Drives
The Stony Brook University Administration has maintained a long-standing commitment to make sure that our community's blood supply is plentiful and safe. In response to diminished blood supplies from Europe that has affected our community during the critical periods of the year, we have scheduled several blood drives on campus. We urge the Stony Brook University community to help make a difference by donating at our upcoming Blood Drives in July. No appointment necessary. DONATE BLOOD NOW. We need it to live.
THE BLOOD DRIVE SCHEDULE IS AS FOLLOWS:
Tuesday, July 23 from 10am to 6pm at Vets Nursing Home (100 Patriots Road)
Wednesday, July 24 from 8am to 6pm at Student Activity Center Room 302
Thank you again for your hard work and commitment to this cause. If you have any questions, call me at 2-6100. Carl E. Hanes, Jr.
Submitted by: Charissa Squicciarini/UST
3. Research Foundation Empire Plan PPO - Prescription Plan Changing Its Name
Merck-Medco, the company that manages your prescription drug benefit on behalf of The Research Foundation of SUNY, is changing its name to Medco Health Solutions, Inc. Merck-Medco will be mailing information to your home regarding this as well.
Your prescription benefits coverage will not change as a result of the name change and you do not have to do anything differently to obtain your prescriptions. In fact, you can continue to use your current member ID card if you go to a retail pharmacy to fill your prescriptions.
If you use the Medco Health Home Delivery Pharmacy Service to fill your prescriptions, you can continue to use the same order forms and envelopes as you have in the past. You can also continue to order prescriptions and get important health and prescription benefit information online at the new website address:
http://www.medcohealth.com
.
http://www.stonybrook.edu/hr/benefits
Submitted by: Alexis Swiatkowski/Admin
4. FREE Cap & Gown rental for Faculty and Staff!
Faculty and Staff holding academic rank are invited to participate in the New Student Convocation formal Processional on September 1st in the Sports Complex Main Arena. All participants are invited to a special Breakfast Robing Reception at 9:00am in the Sports Complex Squash Lounge. The Procession begins promptly at 9:30 and the entire ceremony is expected to finish by 10:15am. Participants are expected to wear academic regalia appropriate to their alma mater, discipline and rank, and will be seated on the stage during the short ceremony. The Opening of School Organizing Committee will pay for rental orders for participants in the Fall 2002 New Student Convocation. Faculty and Staff that need to rent academic attire for this event must place their order with University Bookstore (2-6553) by July 10th.
If you plan to participate in this year's New Student Convocation, please RSVP to Student Affairs at 631-632-6700 by July 10th.
Submitted by: Zaida Cruz-Bonilla/UST
5. Summer Sessions Office Relocation
The Summer Sessions Office has moved to 104 Administration Bldg, next to the Campus Card Office on the first floor. Its campus ZIP code is now 1970. The telephone number remains 2-7790. The office is open 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m., year-round.
http://www.stonybrook.edu/summer
Submitted by: Megs Shea/Prov
6. Ombuds Office Has A New Home
The University Ombuds Office will be moving toRoom W0505 in the Melville Library on July 8, 2002. The office is located alongside the zebra path, next door to the Alliance Room, with an external entrance on the southwest corner of the library.
http://naples.cc.stonybrook.edu/Pres/Ombuds.nsf
Submitted by: Judi Segall/Pres
7. Volunteer For Welcome Wagon 2002!
The Division of Campus Residences Invites you to be a part of Welcome Wagon 2002. The program is designed to welcome the incoming class of first year students who will move onto campus on Saturday, August 31, 2002 between 9 am and 3 pm. Over 300 student volunteers will welcome the first year students, answer their questions, and assist them in moving their belongings into the residence halls.
We are actively seeking the participation of faculty and staff in this effort. In the past, faculty and staff who have volunteered have been particularly helpful in answering questions and providing information to students, parents, and family members.
You may volunteer by filling out our online application at
http://vector-sigma.campres.sunysb.edu/fyre/
Please e-mail all questions to Jane at Jferrick@notes.cc.sunysb.edu or by calling 2-6792. Thank you in advance for your consideration. Jane Ferrick, Coordinator of the First Year Residential Experience Resident Director Baruch College.
Submitted by: Jane Ferrick/OSA
8. For CSEA and PEF Employees - TIAA-CREF will be conducting a Tax-shelter workshop on July 23rd at 12 noon
A letter was sent out to CSEA and PEF employees regarding a TIAA-CREF workshop entitled "Save on Taxes, Save for Retirement, Invest in TDAs" (Tax-Deferred Annuities). The workshop will be given on two dates: July 23rd and July 31st. Both workshops will be at 12 noon - l:00 pm in Room 159, Level 3, HSC. A light lunch will be served, compliments of TIAA-CREF.
To reserve a seat you must contact Keisha Simmons at TIAA-CREF 1-800-842-8412, ext. 1503.
Submitted by: Cassandra Moore/UHMC
9. The Hospital Benefits Office will close from 2 pm to 4 pm on Tuesdays and Fridays.
In an effort to better service our employees and to process transactions in a timely manner, the Hospital Benefits Office (located in the HSC, Level 3, Room 122) will close from 2 pm to 4 pm on Tuesdays and Fridays. Medical and Dental Claim Forms, NYS Health Insurance Transaction Forms, and Employment Applications (for state) can be obtained from the display rack outside the Benefits Office.
We apologize for the inconvenience.
Submitted by: Cassandra Moore/UHMC
10. CSEA Local 614 Annual Members Picnic 8/17 12 Noon - 5 Pm At Southhaven Park - Rain Or Shine
Tickets for members $5 non members $7 children 5 and under free food, soda, beer, music, raffles, games and more. Ttickets will be sold at both union offices HSC/Main Campus LISVH see Carol Low/ASU bldg. See Dennis Kelleher Tech Park and Coram Health Center call 632-6575 or 444-3680 for more infomation sorry no checks!!!!!
Submitted by: Mildred Thurston/OSA
11. SAFE KIDS Suffolk fund-raiser
There will be a jewelry sale fund raiser TODAY Monday July 22, 2002 from 9:30 am- 5 pm on level 5 in University Hospital (outside of the cafeteria). A portion of the proceeds will benefit the SAFE KIDS Suffolk Coalition. Please stop by and support SAFE KIDS Suffolk.
http://www.suffolksafekids.org
Submitted by: Kathleen Southerton/UHMC
12. Adorable kittens need good homes!
The USB Cat Network works to humanely trap, neuter, vaccinate, and care for the many feral cats that live on campus. Currently, we have several kittens 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).
We are also seeking volunteers for many different activities (feeding, trapping, fostering, shopping, building shelters, fund raising, web design, observation, transport) to support our work.
Submitted by: Anne Moyer/CAS
13. Project Liberty is providing free support services to persons affected by the events of September 11th.
Project Liberty offers free supportive counseling and outreach services to persons, families, and groups affected by the events of September 11th. Support groups are available for anyone needing help as a result of 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
14. 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 7/23/02 from 12:00 noon till 2:00-PM /and then at the Health Resource Center - located in the main entrance of the hospital on 7/25/02 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
15. An investigational study on a medication that may improve your gum disease and your osteopenia
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
16. Clinical trial to determine the effectiveness of a consumer applied product in reducing dental sensitivity
DO YOU HAVE SENSITIVE TEETH?
WOULD YOU LIKE TO MAKE $200.00?
The Oral Biology Department of the School of Dental Medicine, at Stony Brook University, is undertaking a study to evaluate a new product for effectiveness in reducing or eliminating pain associated with sensitive teeth.
Subjects should be at least 18 years old, in good health, and should have one or more teeth with any of the following symptoms:
1. Teeth sensitive to hot or cold foods or liquids
2. Teeth sensitive to toothbrushing or touch
3. Teeth sensitive to air
Pain should not be due to cavities.
Subjects selected will receive $200.00 for their participation. Please call 632-8925 between the hours of 9:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. Monday through Friday.
Submitted by: Mark Wolff/HSC
17. 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 up to $300.00. Please contact: Ruth Tenzler, RN BSN CCRC @ (631)444-1658 Teresa Hunt-Goncalves, RN BSN CCRC @ (631)444-8302
Dr. Maria Ryan (631)632-9529 to discuss whether or not you qualify for this research study.
Submitted by: Teresa Hunt-Goncalves/UHMC
18. Do You Have Overactive Bladder That Causes Sudden, Uncontrollable Urges To Urinate That Causes Wetting Accidents?
We are looking for men and women 18 years and older to participate in a research study of an experimental medication for overactive bladder. All study-related medical care and medication will be provided free of charge. If interested please call (631)444-2758.
Submitted by: Laurie Michaels/UHMC
19. Tooth Whitening Study
Would you like to whiten your teeth? Are you 18 years or older?
If so, you might qualify to participate a tooth whitening research study. free dental exam and free tooth whitening, plus you will get paid $50 for participating in this study. This study is located at Stony Brook Dental School. Please call (631)632-8740 for more information.
Submitted by: Ling Xu/HSC
20. Doctoral Defense Announcements
Please click on the link below to see the scheduled Doctoral Defenses taking place this week.
http://www.grad.sunysb.edu/ddd/index.html
Submitted by: Ajay Gupta/GST
21. Summer Fitness Classes @ 12 Noon Monday, Wednesday, Friday's
Beginning the week of June 3rd. 12:00P.M. Monday's Body Sculpting Class
12:00P.M. Wednesday's and Friday's Step Aerobics
For the 12:00P.M. classes you can purchase a punch card. Cards are available for as lows as $15.00 for 9 classes, $25.00 for 18 classes, $40.00 for 27 classes and $50.00 for 35 classes. Contact Sue DiMonda, 632-7206 or e-mail at sdimonda@notes.cc.sunysb.edu for specifics on Punch Card purchase.
http://www.recreation.sunysb.edu
Submitted by: Susan Dimonda/CAS
22. Need Flexible, Part Time Enrollment In A Summer Program For Your School Age Child? Need Coverage Only Occasionally?
SB Child Care School Age Summer Program now has part time/flexible enrollment options. You choose the days your child will attend, and pay a daily rate of $45.00. Select a minimum of ten days over the summer months (through August 30th) to enroll your Kindergarten, 1st or 2nd grader. Open enrollment throughout the summer. Call 632-6930 for more information or to visit the program.
Submitted by: Patricia Birbiglia/Affl