Campus Announcements for the week of 11/15/2002
Table of Contents
1. RESEARCH FOUNDATION - Optional Retirement Plan for 2003
2. New York STATE - Supplemental Retirement Annuity (SRA) / Tax-Deferred Annuity (TDA) for 2003
3. STATE Health Benefit Option Transfer Period
4. 2003 Research Foundation new Empire Health Choice HMO rate
5. Computer Training: Microsoft word Advanced Modules III, IV
6. Employee Assistance Program - Lunchtime Learning Understanding Grief at Holiday Time - Lunch Provided
7. Stress Management Workshop
8. Foundations of Supervising Program
9. Managing Multiple Priorities (Conducted by Human Resource Services, Training & Organizational Development)
10. Coaching Your Staff (Conducted by Human Resource Services, Training & Organizational Development)
11. Employee Benefits Fair 2002 - "Announcing the Winners"
12. Topics in Atmospheric and Oceanic Sciences Seminar, November 20, 2002
13. Luncheon Forum for Faculty on Writing Presidential Mini-Grant Proposals
14. CELT Series: Assessing Departmental Practices in the Teaching of Writing
15. Dialogues Across Differences-Speaing Truth:Remembering Our Past/Re-Envisioning Our Future
16. Harriman School Seminar, Wednesday, November 20, 9 AM, 304 Harriman Hall
17. What Has Been Achieved at the Kamioka Observatory by Yoji Totsuka
18. Department of Neurobiology & Behavior
19. Writing And Presenting A Conference Paper: An Interdisciplinary Approach - Lunch Provided
20. The Humanities Institute at Stony Brook Presents A Lecture by Fall 2001 Internal Fellow Iona Man-Cheong
21. Diversity Conference 2002 - The Challenge of Diversity on Long Island in Turbulent Times: Realities, Communities, and Transformations
22. Ecology and Evolution Special Seminar
23. Ecology and Evolution Seminar
24. Oceans and Armosphere Colloquium, November 22, 2002
25. Stony Brook MANHATTAN & Yale Faculty Seminar on the Americas
26. "Insurgent Literacy and Indigenous Politics in the Bolivian Andes of the early 20th Century"
27. The New York City Latin American History Workshop (Nyclahw) Presents: Jeremy Adelman, Princeton University
28. Free Treatment Available at Stony Brook for Those Who Lost A Family Member or Close Friend on Sept. 11, 2001
29. Holiday Gift Program
30. Peace Pole Dedication
31.
Meet the Oncology Nurse from The Stony Brook Hospital's Cancer Helpline
32. Doing Business Successfully on the Internet
33. Group Exhibition at the University Art Gallery Explores Issues of Identity and Popular Culture
34. 20% Off - Seawolves Logo Merchandise! - Every Wednesday in November at the University Bookstore. Go SEAWOLVES!
35. Cultural Living Project
36. Movies at Staller Center, Friday, 11/22: 7 pm- "Happy Times" (in Mandarin, English subtitles); 9:15 pm-"Road to Perdition"
37. Exhibit Announcement: This is woman's hour...: The Life of Mary Baker Eddy.
38. National Children's Book Week - November 18 - 24 at the University Bookstore - 20% OFF all Children's Books!
39. Turkey Sale at the University Bookstore - November 18, 19 & 20 Find a hidden turkey & receive various discounts!!!!!
40. Writings of Mary Baker Eddy, "Science and Health with Key to the Scriptures" Reception November 18 5:00 - 7:00pm
41. Reception Monday November 18 from 5:00 - 7:00 pm in the Library Galleria - "The writings of Mary Baker Eddy"
42. Courageous Acts Of The Imaginative Soul - Rescheduled Audition Date
43. Join Stony Brook University In The Festival Of Lights!
44. Men's Basketball Opens Season Saturday - Faculty/Staff Just $4!
45. Peace Garden Dedication - Community Service-Learning LLC Monday November 18, 2002 6:00 PM in the Garden in Tabler Quad
46. 50% Off All Bargain Books At The University Bookstore!!!!!
47. Stony Brook Stages presents "The Rover" by Aphra Behn - Opens Nov. 21 Staller Center for the Arts
48. Hanukah in November! Entertainment Books 2003 make great gifts for only $20 and you don't have to leave campus!
49. Diabetes and Periodontitis
50. Study for Females
51. MRI Flow Imaging Study of the Brain and Spine
52. Psoriasis Study
53. Smoking and Periodontal (Gum) Disease
54. Do you have sensitive teeth? We areconducting a clinical trial testing a product that may reduce your sensitivity.
55. Post menopausal women: We are conducting a study on a medication that may improve your gum disease and your osteopenia.
1. RESEARCH FOUNDATION - Optional Retirement Plan for 2003
As a participant in the RF Optional Retirement Plan, you can save more for retirement in 2003 and save more on taxes at the same time. The maximum pretax contribution for 2003 will be $12,000 or 100 percent of salary, whichever is less. Individuals age 50 or above will be able to contribute an additional $2,000 in 2003. If you are currently enrolled in the Optional Retirement Plan, your contributions will automatically continue into 2003, unless you submit a new form to stop or change your contributions. Research Foundation Central will be sending you a form and additional details directly. If you are enrolled and wish to continue your current contribution in 2003, no action is required. If you wish to enroll for the first time, please e-mail Cori.Ribaudo@stonybrook.edu or Skevy.Giannitsas@stonybrook.edu for an enrollment package.
Submitted by: Alexis Swiatkowski/Admin
2. New York STATE - Supplemental Retirement Annuity (SRA) / Tax-Deferred Annuity (TDA) for 2003
By contributing to a STATE SRA or TDA, you can save more for retirement in 2003 and save more on taxes. The maximum pretax contribution for 2003 will be $12,000 or 100 percent of salary, whichever is less. Individuals age 50 or above can contribute an additional $2,000 in 2003. If you are currently enrolled in an SRA or TDA, your current contributions will automatically continue into 2003, unless you submit a new Salary Reduction Agreement form to stop or change your contributions. If you are enrolled and wish to continue your current contribution in 2003, no action is required. Employees enrolled through TIAA-CREF will be receiving additional details directly before month end. Employees enrolled through another carrier should follow up with that carrier. If you wish to enroll for the first time, please e-mail Alessandra.White@stonybrook.edu or Alexis.Swiatkowski@stonybrook.edu for an enrollment package.
Submitted by: Alexis Swiatkowski/Admin
3. STATE Health Benefit Option Transfer Period
The STATE Health Benefit Option Transfer Period alows you to change your health insurance option for the new year. The 2002 transfer period began on November 1 and will end 30 days from the date that premium information is distributed. The Division of Employee Benefits in Albany will send premium information to your home address shortly. During the transfer period, we recommend that you evaluate your health care needs and read "Choices", mailed to you by the Division of Employee Benefits. To change your option, fill out form PS-404; if you select an HMO, you also need to fill out an HMO enrollment form. Any change you make will become effective on January 2, 2003. If you do not want to make a change, no action is required. If you have any questions, e-mail Deborah.Giacopelli@stonybrook.edu.
Submitted by: Alexis Swiatkowski/Admin
4. 2003 Research Foundation new Empire Health Choice HMO rate
Effective January 1, 2003 Empire Health Choice HMO(formerly Blue Choice) has been decreased from the previously rate published.
The rates are as follows:
Bi-weekly - individual $14.49
family $72.46
Submitted by: Cori Ribaudo/Admin
5. Computer Training: Microsoft word Advanced Modules III, IV
Module III: This advanced course covers footnotes, document generation, automatic paragraph numbering, styles and document compare functions.
Section A: W, 9:00-12:00 pm, Nov. 20; Dec 4, 2002
Module IV: This advanced course covers desktop publishing functions, including picture and file insertion, templates, styles and newspaper columns.
Section A: W, 9:00-12:00 pm, Dec. 11, 18, 2002
Fee $105/Module (10% discount University employees and students) Call or Email Marie Hatch 632-7071; marie.hatch@stonybrook.edu
Submitted by: Frank Esposito/Prov
6. Employee Assistance Program - Lunchtime Learning Understanding Grief at Holiday Time - Lunch Provided
This workshop will explore what the holidays mean to us. We'll discuss how to cope with the anniversary of a loss such as separation, divorce, or a death. This time may also be used to build a support network with others experiencing similar circumstances.
Date: November 20, 2002, Wednesday Time: 11:30-12:30 Place: HSC, Seminar Room 2B
To register: Download form from www.stonybrook.edu/hr (click on Training and Organizational Development) Then fax to 632-6168; or call Denise Gross at 632-4501 for form. (Maximum registrants - 15)
Don't forget, lunch is provided.
http://www.stonybrook.edu/eap
Submitted by: Linda Tatem/Pres
7. Stress Management Workshop
Stress is defined as a feeling of tension that is both emotional and physical. Stress Management refers to the effort to control or reduce the tension that occurs with a situation that is considered difficult or unmanageable. Unfortunately, you can't avoid stress so come to this class and learn ways of managing your stress.
DATE: December 13 TIME: 9:30-12:30
TO REGISTER: CONTACT DENISE GROSS at 2-4501 or complete a registration form through the below website
http://www.stonybrook.edu/hr/training
Submitted by: Cindy Brodsky/Admin
8. Foundations of Supervising Program
Are you a front line supervisor looking for some fundamental skills in supervising??? This program is for you. This interactive program gives you hands-on pracice of your supervisory skills through case studies, role play scenarios, group discussions and lecture. Upon completion of this program, participants receive a certificate.
This is a multi-session program.
DATE: Begins January 8, 2003
This is a multi-session program (1/8, 1/15, 1/22, 1/29,, 2/5, 2/12, 2/19, 2/26
TO REGISTER: Contact Denise Gross @2-4501 or click on the link below.
http://www.stonybrook.edu/hr/training
Submitted by: Cindy Brodsky/Admin
9. Managing Multiple Priorities (Conducted by Human Resource Services, Training & Organizational Development)
Do you have difficulty managing multiple priorities? Are you often not sure of how to prioritize all of your work assignments? This program is for you. Learn how to make the most effective use of your time, meet deadlines and manage multiple priorities by taking an action-oriented approach.
DATE: NOVEMBER 22, 2002 TIME: 9:30-12:30
REGISTRATION: Contact Denise Gross @ 2-4501 or click on the link below.
http://www.stonybrook.edu/hr/training
Submitted by: Cindy Brodsky/Admin
10. Coaching Your Staff (Conducted by Human Resource Services, Training & Organizational Development)
During this session supervisors will identify the key components of coaching: setting performance expectations, monitoring progress toward meeting expectations, coaching in a corrective way if expectations are not met, and providing supportive coaching. Supervisors will also gain an understanding of how coaching takes place informally on a daily basis.
DATE: December 6, 2002 TIME: 9:30-1:00
To Register: Contact Denise Gross @ 2-4501 or click on the link below.
http://www.stonybrook.edu/hr/training
Submitted by: Cindy Brodsky/Admin
11. Employee Benefits Fair 2002 - "Announcing the Winners"
The Human Resource Services sponsored Employee Benefits Fair on October 30, 2002, was a tremendous success, due in part to the sponsorship of the UUP, CSEA, and PEF unions, and our vendors, many of whom donated wonderful raffle prizes. Winners of these prizes can be found at
http://stonybrook.edu/hr
on the homepage.
http://stonybrook.edu/hr
Submitted by: Alexis Swiatkowski/Admin
12. Topics in Atmospheric and Oceanic Sciences Seminar, November 20, 2002
Dr. Raghu Murtugudde from the Earth System Science Interdisciplinary Center, University of Maryland, will present a seminar entitled "Should Climate Models Worry About Bio-Feedback?" at 11:30 a.m. on November 20, 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
13. Luncheon Forum for Faculty on Writing Presidential Mini-Grant Proposals
Faculty members who are considering writing Presidential mini-grant proposals for Departmental Diversity Initiatives or Innovative Teaching Projects are invited to a luncheon forum at which past mini-grant winners will offer their insights and advice on writing successful mini-grants. They will describe the process they used, and engage in a Q&A session with those who attend.
November 20, 2002, Student Activities Center, room 302
Lunch will be served; therefore, please RSVP to Dorothy Challice at Ex. 2-7272 to let us know that you will attend.
Submitted by: George Meyer/Pres
14. CELT Series: Assessing Departmental Practices in the Teaching of Writing
Dr. Anne Beaufort, Assoc. Director of the Program in Writing and Rhetoric has once again agreed to run a series of Writing Workshops @ CELT.
1) Needs Assessment: Maximizing Departmental Resources for Improving Student Writing
2) Designing a Writing Sequence
3) Setting Standards for Grading Writing
If you are interested in attending this series of workshops and would like more information please visit the Celt website and click on Activities & Events to register. Each session will run two hours and times will be arranged at the convenience of participants.
http://www.celt.sunysb.edu
Submitted by: Rita Reagan-Redko/Prov
15. Dialogues Across Differences-Speaing Truth:Remembering Our Past/Re-Envisioning Our Future
Dialogues Across Differences is funded by a grant for Diversity and Internationalization from the Office of the President. The purpose of this grant is to support our transition from a community that honors diversity through cultural celebrations to one that also possesses a commitment to deeper understandings of our similarities and differences. Through sharing our stories and fostering dialogues across divisions on the critical issues of our times, we hope to accomplish this goal.
Proposals should be submitted by November 22, 2002 requesting funding from $250 to $2,000 for campus programs. Guidelines and complete information are available on the web at www.stonybrook.edu/dialogues. For further information contact the Office of Diversity and Affirmative Action at 632-6280.
http://www.stonybrook.edu/dialogues
Submitted by: anne murphy/Pres
16. Harriman School Seminar, Wednesday, November 20, 9 AM, 304 Harriman Hall
Successful Business Strategies in the Software Industry
Speaker: Brian Turchin, President of Cape Horn Strategies.
Mr. Turchin will present recent research findings from his investigation of software companies and profitability, and models to assess the potential future success of software companies. He will present a historical overview of the growth of the software industry, a look at disruptive platform changes, and the effects of those changes. He will also describe a new growth model describing how a software company evolves. He will share key lessons learned from those companies that succeeded and from those that did not, and he will review current trends in the software industry.
Submitted by: Thomas Sexton/CEAS
17. What Has Been Achieved at the Kamioka Observatory by Yoji Totsuka
On November 19, 2002 a Sir Run Run Shaw Distinguished Lecture will be given by Dr. Yoji Totsuka, of the Kamioka Observatory, Institute for Cosmic Ray Research (ICCR), The University of Tokyo. This lecture will be given at the weekly colloquium of the Department of Physics and Astronomy at 4:15 PM in P-137, Harriman Hall.
Dr. Totsuka received his Ph.D from the University of Tokyo in 1972. He holds Professorships at the Institute for Cosmic Ray Research (ICCR), and Kamioka Observatory, the University of Tokyo. From 1997 to 2001 he was Director of ICRR. His awards include: Panofsky Prize(2002), Fujiwara Prize (2002) and Purple Medal (2001).
Submitted by: Elizabeth Gasparino/CAS
18. Department of Neurobiology & Behavior
Dr. Gary Westbrook, of the Oregon Health Science University is our Seminar speaker. The title of the Seminar is "NMDA receptors moving to and fro..."
Date: 11/21/02 Time: 12:00PM
Submitted by: Carol Brady/CAS
19. Writing And Presenting A Conference Paper: An Interdisciplinary Approach - Lunch Provided
When: Tuesday, November 19th, 1:00-2:00pm Where: CELT, Melville Library, Room E-1337
This workshop is designed to help graduate students gain a better understanding of what is needed in order to present a conference paper.
Topics to be discussed will include:
1. Writing an abstract proposal
2. Selecting which conference to send the paper to
3. Timing and delivering the paper presentation
4. Fielding questions
This workshop is also designed to work in conjunction with SBU's Department of English 15th Annual Graduate Student Conference taking place February 28-March 1 2003. This is an interdisciplinary conference here at the university and this workshop will be an introduction on how to present at the conference. Join us for this introduction into a crucial aspect of the graduate student experience. Don't miss it!!
Lunch and refreshments will be served. Please register for this important event at the CELT website under "Activities and Events."
http://www.celt.sunysb.edu
Submitted by: Nora Ruth/CAS
20. The Humanities Institute at Stony Brook Presents A Lecture by Fall 2001 Internal Fellow Iona Man-Cheong
Title: Ports of Call: The Chinese in Britain
Where: The Humanities Institute, E4340 Melville Library
When: Wednesday November 20, 2002 at 4:30.
When did the Chinese diaspora to Britain begin? How and where did the Chinese community establish itself? What kind of community was it? By way of an answer this paper explores two individuals from China who made their homes in London, the premier English port city in the eighteenth century. This study opens up the hitherto silent history of the Chinese in Britain and casts new light on questions of so-called "racial mixing."
Professor Man-Cheong was Internal Fellow at HISB in Fall 2001. Her publications include The Class of 1761: Examinations, the State and Elites in Eighteenth Century China, and she is currently working on a book entitled, Ports of Call: the Chinese Diaspora to Britain.
http://www.sunysb.edu/humanities/
Submitted by: Jason Hanley/GST
21. Diversity Conference 2002 - The Challenge of Diversity on Long Island in Turbulent Times: Realities, Communities, and Transformations
On Friday, December 6 from 8:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. at the SAC, join George Herrera, President and Chief Executive Officer of the United States Hispanic Chambers of Commerce; Dr. Calvin O. Butts III, President of SUNY College at Old Westbury, President Shirley Strum Kenny and many other distinguished leaders from the fields of business, government, education and religion to exchange ideas and viewpoints on today's complex diversity-related issues and challenges.
Students are free! For registration info call (631) 632-6320 or visit our web site at www.stonybrook.edu
Submitted by: Karen Keeley/UAff
22. Ecology and Evolution Special Seminar
ECOLOGY AND EVOLUTION SPECIAL SEMINAR PLEASE NOTE TIME, DAY AND LOCATION 1:30p.m., Tuesday, November 19, 2002, Student Activities Center, Room 306
"BIOLOGICAL INVASION AS A COMPONENT OF GLOBAL ENVIRONMENTAL CHANGE"
Dr. Peter Vitousek, Department of Biological Sciences, Stanford University
Host: E & E Graduate Students
If you need a disability-related accommodation, please call: The Department of Ecology and Evolution at (631) 632-8600
Submitted by: Marilyn Pakarklis/CAS
23. Ecology and Evolution Seminar
ECOLOGY AND EVOLUTION SEMINAR 3:30p.m., Wednesday, November 20, 2002 Life Sciences Building Room 038
"CHANGING SOURCES OF NUTRIENTS DURING 4 MILLION YEARS OF ECOSYSTEM DEVELOPMENT IN THE HAWAIIAN ISLANDS"
Dr Peter Vitousek, Department of Biological Sciences, Stanford University
Host: E & E Graduate Students
If you need a disability-related accommodation, please call: The Department of Ecology and Evolution at (631)632-8600
Submitted by: Marilyn Pakarklis/CAS
24. Oceans and Armosphere Colloquium, November 22, 2002
Dr. Mark Bertness from Brown University, will present a seminar on "LESSONS FOR CONSERVATION BIOLOGY AND ECOLOGY FROM EXPERIMENTAL FIELD ECOLOGY" on November 22, 2002at 12:30pm. The seminar will take place at the Marine Sciences Research Center, in the Endeavour Hall 120. For more information, please call 632-8781
http://www.msrc.sunysb.edu/news/oac.html
Submitted by: Katerina Panagiotakopoulou/MSRC
25. Stony Brook MANHATTAN & Yale Faculty Seminar on the Americas
Friday, November 22 4 - 6:00 PM, Stony Brook MANHATTAN, 401 Park Avenue SOUTH at 28th St. (2nd Fl)
"Five Wars" SPONSORED BY: Council on Latin American and Iberian Studies, Yale University and Latin American and Caribbean Studies, Stony Brook University
Moisés Naím, the Editor in Chief of the influential U.S. Foreign Policy magazine, is a prolific Venezuelan Political Scientist with a fresh Latin American view of global conflicts. "Five Wars" concerns five untraditional challenges to U.S. global dominance - movements of Drugs, Intellectual Property, Money, Weapons and People.
For additional information please contact LACC: (631) 632-7517
http://www.stonybrook.edu/sb/nyc/
Submitted by: Domenica Tafuro/CAS
26. "Insurgent Literacy and Indigenous Politics in the Bolivian Andes of the early 20th Century"
Latin American & Caribbean Studies presents Prof. Brooke Larson, Department of History, Stony Brook
Discusses her latest research project on Indigenous politics and literacy in the Bolivian Andes circa the early 20th Century.
Thursday, November 21 1:00 - 2:30 PM, SBS N320, LACC Conference Room
Co-sponsored by Latin American & Caribbean Studies and Department of History.
http://www.stonybrook.edu/lacc
Submitted by: Domenica Tafuro/CAS
27. The New York City Latin American History Workshop (Nyclahw) Presents: Jeremy Adelman, Princeton University
Jeremy Adelman, an Associate professor of history and Director of the Program in Latin American Studies at Princeton University, earned his doctorate from Oxford University. He is the author of Frontier Development: Land, Labour, and Capital on the Wheatlands of Argentina and Canada, 1890-1914 (1994), Republic of Capital: Buenos Aires and the Legal Transformation of the Atlantic World (1999) and Colonial Legacies: The Problem of Persistence in Latin American History (1999). Adelman is currently researching a book on Latin America since World War II.
November 22nd 12-1:30 PM, Stony Brook MANHATTAN, 401 Park Ave S. @ 28th Street 2nd floor
Co-sponsord by Columbia University, New York University and Stony Brook University.
http://www.stonybrook.edu/sb/nyc/
Submitted by: Domenica Tafuro/CAS
28. Free Treatment Available at Stony Brook for Those Who Lost A Family Member or Close Friend on Sept. 11, 2001
For Those Who Lost a Loved One on 9/11. Are you or is someone you love having difficulty healing from the death of a loved one as a result of the September 11 Catastrophe?
If so, The Sudden Traumatic Loss Individual Treatment Program may be for you.
Who: Persons 18 years of age or older who have lost a spouse, partner, child, parent, sibling, or close friend or coworker as a result of 9/11.
What: * 20 one-to-one sessions. * Unique, state-of-the art treatment developed by experts in the fields of bereavement and trauma.
This treatment is being researched and involves completing questionnaires.
Where: The State University of New York at Stony Brook, Pace University, and Columbia University.
Cost: The treatment will be offered free of charge for those who are accepted into the study.
How: If you have questions about the study, or are interested in participating, call 212-346-1730.
Submitted by: Camille Wortman/CAS
29. Holiday Gift Program
For the last 10 years, through the generosity of University/Hospital employees and students, we have been able to provide holiday gifts of clothing, toys, and food to children and their families who live near or below the poverty level in Suffolk County. If you would be interested in sponsoring one of these children during this year's Holiday Gift Program, please email mbell@notes.cc.sunysb.edu and we will provide you with details. Our SEFA agency number is 65940. LET'S MAKE THIS SEASON OF GIVING A TRULY MEANINFUL ONE! THANK YOU!
http://WWW.GPJOC.ORG
Submitted by: Maryann Bell/CAS
30. Peace Pole Dedication
The Community Service-Learning Center, in Frederick Douglass College, presents our Peace Pole Dedication. Performances by TAIKO, facilitation by Diversity Fellows and light refreshments served. For more information contact 24387 or afonder@notes.cc.sunysb.edu. On Monday November 18 at 6pm in Tabler Quad.
Submitted by: Amy Fonder/OSA
31.
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 Health Resource Center - located in the main entrance of the hospital on 11/19/02 from 12:00 noon till 2:00-PM and then at The Community Resource Center located in the Stony Brook Village on 11/21/02 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.stonybrookhospital.com/index.cfm?id=1325
Submitted by: Lori Tischler/UHMC
32. Doing Business Successfully on the Internet
The Small Business Development Center will be sponsering a workshop for small business owners interested in learning how to use the Internet to expand your business.It will be held on 11/23/02 at the High Tech Incubator from 9am-12pm. The seminar is free but registration is required. Call for info and directions. Please contact: leslie @ 2-9070 (632-9070)
Submitted by: Ronni Rosen/CEAS
33. Group Exhibition at the University Art Gallery Explores Issues of Identity and Popular Culture
An exhibition entitled "Queer Visualities: Reframing Sexuality in a Post-Warhol World" will be presented from October 19 - December 7. The show includes paintings, sculptures, photographs, video screenings, and installations. This exhibition brings together a group of outstanding artists who re-examine conventional notions of value, permanence, and quality from diverse and distinctive angles to arive at a fresh and mostly off-beat view of both art and human relationships.
A reception for the artists will take place on Thurs., Nov. 14, 6-8pm. Regular gallery hours are Tues.-Fri., noon-4pm, and Saturday, 6-8pm. The gallery will also be open one hour before and during intermission for Staller Center live season performances. ADMISSION IS FREE. For further information, please call the University Art Gallery at 631-632-7240.
Submitted by: Marjorie Debowy/CAS
34. 20% Off - Seawolves Logo Merchandise! - Every Wednesday in November at the University Bookstore. Go SEAWOLVES!
Seawolves Merchandise is 20% Off Every Wednesday at the University Bookstore during the entire month of November(excluding sale items and textbooks).
Submitted by: Donna Klingel/FSA
35. Cultural Living Project
A Reflection Of Who We Are
Cultural Living is the multifaceted display of artifacts representing the diverse nature within the Stony Brook Community. For the Holidays we will display a visual exhibit in the display cabinet located in the entrance to the Hospital from December 2-13th. The theme will be" How Different Cultures Celebrate the Holidays".
If you would like to donate or lend items for the display, please contact Tania at 632-9392 or tortiz@notes.cc.sunysb.edu
Submitted by: Bessie Ortega/UHMC
36. Movies at Staller Center, Friday, 11/22: 7 pm- "Happy Times" (in Mandarin, English subtitles); 9:15 pm-"Road to Perdition"
Happy Times, rated PG-13, a comedy directed by Zhang Yimou. A heartwarming portrait of modern China. 106 minutes.
Road to Perdition, rated R, directed by Sam Mendes (American Beauty). Tom Hanks, Paul Newman, Jennifer Jason Leigh and Jude Law in a sprawling gangster epic. 119 minutes.
http://stallercenter.com
Submitted by: Julie Greene/CAS
37. Exhibit Announcement: This is woman's hour...: The Life of Mary Baker Eddy.
Date: November 1, 2002 - December 31, 2002. Location: Library Galleria
Reception: Monday, November 18 from 5pm-7pm, Library Galleria
The Special Collections Department is hosting the nationally acclaimed Mary Baker Eddy exhibit, "This is woman's hour...." from November 1 - December 31. Mary Baker Eddy (1821-1910) was an influential American author, activist, and teacher, noted for her groundbreaking ideas about women's rights, spirituality, and health. In 1908 she launched The Christian Science Monitor, a leading international newspaper which has received seven Pulitzer Prizes.
The exhibit was designed by The Writings of Mary Baker Eddy in collaboration with the Women's Rights National Historical Park in Seneca Falls, New York (a National Park Service facility). This touring version has traveled to numerous states and has been seen by over 1.5 million visitors at public libraries, university libraries, and state capital buildings. The exhibit features videos, interactive listening stations, news clippings, and photographs.
http://www.stonybrook.edu/library/specevents.htm
Submitted by: Kristen Nyitray/Lib
38. National Children's Book Week - November 18 - 24 at the University Bookstore - 20% OFF all Children's Books!
During National Children's Book Week November 18 - 24 at the University Bookstore, take 20% OFF all Children's Books. Some Bestselling Children's Books: Abarat, Click Clack Moo, Gluey, Green Eggs & Ham, Holes, If You Take a Mouse to School, I'm Gonna Like Me, Oh The Places You'll Go, Olivia, Rotten Teeth, Stellaluna, The Alley Cats, The Fish is Me and More! Books make great holiday gifts!!!
Submitted by: Mary Messina/FSA
39. Turkey Sale at the University Bookstore - November 18, 19 & 20 Find a hidden turkey & receive various discounts!!!!!
Turkey Sale November 18, 19 & 20 at the University Bookstore! Find a hidden turkey in the store and receive various discounts on any one item (excluding sale items and textbooks)
Submitted by: Mary Messina/FSA
40. Writings of Mary Baker Eddy, "Science and Health with Key to the Scriptures" Reception November 18 5:00 - 7:00pm
The Special Collections Dept. and The Writings of Mary Baker Eddy will host a public reception on Monday, November 18 from 5:00 - 7:00 pm in the Galleria of the Melville Library. Featured speakers will discuss "Women as Activists: Past, Present and Future" and include Professors of History, SUNY, Stony Brook, Drs. Nancy Tomes, author of "The Gospel of Germs" and Judith Wishnia, author of "The Red House," "Soft Money" and many others. The University Bookstore will have author Mary Baker Eddy's, "Science and Health with Key to the Scriptures" available for sale in both sizes at the Reception.
Submitted by: Mary Messina/FSA
41. Reception Monday November 18 from 5:00 - 7:00 pm in the Library Galleria - "The writings of Mary Baker Eddy"
The Special Collections Dept. and The Writings of Mary Baker Eddy will host a public reception on Monday, November 18 from 5:00 - 7:00 pm in the Galleria of the Melville Library. Featured speakers will discuss: "Women as Activists: Past, Present and Future" and include Professors from the Department of History at SUNY Stony Brook, Drs. Nancy Tomes, author of "The Gospel of Germs" and Judith Wishnia. The University Bookstore will have author Mary Baker Eddy's book entitled, "Science and Health with Key to the Scriptures" available for sale in both sizes during the reception. The nationally acclaimed multi-media touring exhibit, "This is woman's hour . . ." The Life of Mary Baker Eddy, will be on display in the Library Galleria through December 31, 2002.
Submitted by: Mary Messina/FSA
42. Courageous Acts Of The Imaginative Soul - Rescheduled Audition Date
Audition date for the new dance theatre piece is rescheduled for Tuesday, November 19th, 7-9:00 p.m. at the Dance Space, Nassau Hall, South Campus. (originally scheduled for Nov. 12 & Nov. 15).
Submitted by: Augusta Kuhn/CAS
43. Join Stony Brook University In The Festival Of Lights!
The Holiday season is filled with celebrations that reflect the rich traditions of people from many different cultural backgrounds. To celebrate our diverse campus community during this season, we invite all of Stony Brook to attend The Festival of Lights on Wednesday, December 4, 7:00 - 9:00PM in the Student Activities Center Lobby. In its second year, The Festival is an intercultural program where the most widely observed holidays of December are highlighted for their common use of light. Come join us and learn about the meaning of Ramadan & Eud-ul-Fitr (Islam), Hanukah (Jewish), Winter Solstice (Native American), Christmas (Christian), and Kwanzaa (African American) celebrations. You can participate in a fun-filled evening while enjoying some ethnic holiday ethnic refreshments! Free admission.
Submitted by: Cheryl Chambers/OSA
44. Men's Basketball Opens Season Saturday - Faculty/Staff Just $4!
The Stony Brook men's basketball team will open its season this Saturday afternoon at 2:00 p.m. against Sacred Heart University at the SBU Sports Complex.
Students are free of charge and faculty and staff get in for the discounted rate of $4. The first 2,000 fans into the game receive a free 32-oz. 3-D schedule cup courtesy of Coca-Cola.
You can get your tickets on-line at www.goseawolves.org or by calling 632.WOLF.
Submitted by: Timothy Szlosek/CAS
45. Peace Garden Dedication - Community Service-Learning LLC Monday November 18, 2002 6:00 PM in the Garden in Tabler Quad
On Monday, November 18th 2002, at 6pm, the Community Service-Learning Living Learning Center at Douglass College is hosting the 2nd annual Peace Pole Dedication Ceremony, in Tabler Quad. The ceremony will be held in the Douglass College Classroom as well as the inner Quad. In addition there will be performances by the Gospel Choir and TAIKO, a Korean Drum performance group. A candle-light procession will lead the way to the Peace Garden, a place for reflection, contemplation, and solace for our University community.
After the Dedication of the Peace Poles, the Diversity Fellows will lead a discussion in the Douglass College Classroom. Light refreshments will be available. Everyone is welcome and warmly invited! For further information, please contact the Community Service-Learning Living Learning Center at 631- 632- 4387. We hope to see everyone there!
Submitted by: Mary Kenny/Pres
46. 50% Off All Bargain Books At The University Bookstore!!!!!
**** WOW **** Buy a Bargain Book for 50% OFF!!! We have many bargain books on our tables just waiting for an OWNER!!! Remember books make great holiday gifts . . . Hope to see you at the bookstore!
Submitted by: Mary Messina/FSA
47. Stony Brook Stages presents "The Rover" by Aphra Behn - Opens Nov. 21 Staller Center for the Arts
Originally set in Naples during Carnival, this Restoration comedy explores the relationships between men and women and explodes the myths behind them. Florinda wants to marry the dashing (but poor) Belvile although her brother would rather have her marry his weathy friend. Hellena, Florinda's younger sister, is ready to break out of convent school and become a lover. The wild carnival celebration of Mardi Gras gives the sisters their chance to forge their own identities and create their own futures. Directed by Paul Kassel.
Performances: Nov. 21-24 and Dec. 5-8. Thursday-Saturday 8 p.m., Sunday 2 p.m. Contact Box Office for tickets and price information at 631/632-ARTS
http://www.geocities.com/aphrabehnrover/
Submitted by: Augusta Kuhn/CAS
48. Hanukah in November! Entertainment Books 2003 make great gifts for only $20 and you don't have to leave campus!
We have multiple cases left of the Long Island Entertainment 2003 discount books. They are only $20 and save you thousands of dollars at top restaurants, chains, hotels, airlines, move theatres and so much more. GREAT GIFTS! Email jzucker@notes.sunysb.edu or call 2-6565 - checks, credit card and cash gladly accepted. For out of town books, click on the link below.
http://www.BFOH.org
Submitted by: Jill Zucker/GST
49. 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
50. Study for Females
Females age 18 and over: Have you been having feelings of decreased desire? Difficulty achieving orgasm? Overall dissatisfaction with your sex life?
If you have answered yes to any one of these questions, you maybe eligible to participate in a clinical study using a new medication for female patients. For more information please contact Teresa Hunt-Goncalves at 444-8302 All inquiries are strictly confidential.
Submitted by: Teresa Hunt-Goncalves/UHMC
51. MRI Flow Imaging Study of the Brain and Spine
Volunteers are needed to participate in a study of blood and cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) flow in the brain and spine. The study is aimed at developing a better understanding of blood and CSF flow in the brain. In particular, we are interested in how dysfunction of these flows affects patients with diseases such as hydrocephalus and spinal cord cysts.
Subjects must be in relatively good health and have no known history of brain or spinal cysts, brain tumor, head trauma or spinal cord injury.
The study will involved a 1 hour MRI exam, utilizing standard MRI imaging techniques. The study does not require injections. There will be no monetary compensation for this study. For further information, please contact Dr. Mark Wagshul at 4-9563 or mwagshul@notes.cc.sunysb.edu.
Submitted by: Mark Wagshul/UHMC
52. Psoriasis Study
Do You Have Psoriasis?
If so, you may qualify to participate in a psoriasis research study with an experimental, injectable medication. Office visits provided to you at no cost.
Where? Stony Brook Dermatology Associates, 181 Belle Mead Road, East Setauket, NY 11733
Call 631-444-4274 for details.
You must be 18 yrs. of age or older. You will be asked to complete 8 office visits over a 12-week period.
Submitted by: Jennifer Intravaia/UHMC
53. Smoking and Periodontal (Gum) Disease
Are You a Smoker? Do you have Periodontal (Gum) Disease?
65 million people in the United States have some form of periodontal (gum) disease. Smoking is the greatest risk factor for periodontal disease, an often silent disease. Periodontal disease is a chronic, progressive inflammatory condition with no known cure. We are conducting a study to determine whether a tetracycline drug can reduce specific markers of inflammation, which can make it easier to control and treat periodontal disease. People enrolled in the study will receive: Payment of up to $300.00. Free Dental Cleaning. Free Study Drug.
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
54. Do you have sensitive teeth? We areconducting a clinical trial testing a product that may reduce your 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
55. Post menopausal women: We are conducting a 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