Campus Announcements for the week of 10/07/2002
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1. Fedex Payments Suspended
2. Session 2: Setting Up Your Online Course In Blackboard (October 8, 2002 @ CELT from 5-7pm)
3. Retirement Party For Deputy Chief Herb Petty and Lieutenant Frank Parrino of University Police
4. Employee Assistance Program Lunchtime Learning - WHEN A LOVED ONE IS DEPRESSED -LUNCH PROVIDED
5. Employee Assistance Program Lunchtime Learning - GETTING UNSTUCK FROM PAIN -LUNCH PROVIDED
6. Employee Assistance Program Lunchtime Learning - ANGER MANAGEMENT, AN OVERVIEW -LUNCH PROVIDED
7. 14th Annual Run for Children to support the Child Life Program and the Pediatric Playroom!
8. TIAA-CREF Mid-Career Seminar, October 15, 2002, 12:00 - 1:00
9. Deadline for Study Abroad
10. National Depression Screening Day
12. Save the Date! -- October 23rd -- Gandhi Lecture ---Mahatma Gandhi's grandson, Rajmohan, to give Presidential Lecture!!!
13. Topics in Atmospheric and Oceanic Sciences Seminar, October 7, 2002
14. Chamber Music Concert Friday, October 18, at the Staller Center - Free!
15. Computer Training Introduction to Excel Section C: Th, 6:00-9:00 pm, Oct. 10, 17, 24, 31; Nov. 7, 2002
16. Presentation on Deakin University
17. Two Movies at Staller Center Friday, October 11: Baran at 7 pm; Star Wars Episode IV (the original!) 9:15
18. Department of Mechanical Engineering/CEAS Distinguished Lecture Series
19. Register For Skillsoft, A Web-Based, E-Learning Software Program - User Licenses Available On A 1st Come, 1st Served Basis
20. Effective Interviewing Techniques
21. Handling Conflict
22. Dealing with Difficult Customers
23. Survey Sez: Making Sense of Salary Survey Data
24. Practical Issues in Class & Comp
25. The Humanities Institute at Stony Brook Presents A Faculty Colloquium Lecture by Maiko Kawabate
26. Department of Biochemistry and Cell Biology
27. Department of Biochemistry and Cell Biology
28. Pursuing a career in the life sciences industry.
29. Harriman School Seminar -- Wednesday, October 23, 9 am, 304 Harriman Hall
30. Job/Internship Fair
31. CSEA Worker Training Program
32. Meet the Oncology Nurse from The Stony Brook Hospital's Cancer Helpline
33. Homecoming 5K Run/Walk - Sunday, October 20th @ 10:00A.M.
34. The Humanities Institute at Stony Brook Presents a one day Symposia
35. Student Activities Center Art Gallery - In celebration of Hispanic Heritage Month Presents:"Clay Sculpture " Reception and Book Signing
36. Oceans and Atmosphere Colloquium, October 11,2002
37. Computer Training Macromedia Fireworks 4.0 NCE327 ? 3 sessions Section A: Sat. 1:00-4:00 pm, Oct. 26; Nov. 2, 9, 2002
38. CELT Mandatory TA Orientation Make-Up Session
39. Sbunion Crafts Center Offers Defensive Driving Classes. Low Cost! Open To The Public!
40. Ecology and Evolution Seminar
41. HSC Employee Assistance Program Training Dealing with Difficult Patients
42. Pizza and a movie for International TAs - "Teaching in America: A Guide for International TAs"
43. Lunch and a Movie For International Faculty - "Teaching In America: A Guide For International Faculty"
44. Long Island Play Project and Stony Brook Stages
45. Long Play Project and Stony Brook Stages
46. Weekly Fitness Classes
47. Come Celebrate Nurse-Midwifery Week October 8,2002 with the Stony Brook Midwifery Practice
48. Ballroom Dancing Lessons
49. Entertainment Books 2003 are here - lots of them!
50. Doctoral Defenses this week
51. Osteoarthritis Clinical Trial
52. Rheumatoid Arthritis Clinical Trials
53. Diabetes and Periodontitis
54. MRI Flow Imaging Study of the Brain and Spine
55. Clinical trial for females
1. Fedex Payments Suspended
Due to continuing negotiations between the Office of the State Controller and Federal Express Corporation all payments have been suspended until further notice. Please continue to send your approved invoicing to the Procurement office. Please be advised however that although your payment will be processed, the Treasurer's Office will be holding the payment checks in escrow until an agreement has been reached. Please disregard all Final Notices and Demands for Payment that you receive from FEDEX. In addition please make sure you do not set up any new accounts with FEDEX. Please advise all pertinent staff.
Submitted by: Mary Woodward/Admin
2. Session 2: Setting Up Your Online Course In Blackboard (October 8, 2002 @ CELT from 5-7pm)
Please bring course materials to work with such as your course syllabus or course outline. (PC-formatted floppy, Zip disk or a CD-ROM is acceptable). Participants will: Upload course information; including adding a syllabus, reading materials, office hours etc., Customize course functions, Create Folders and Items, Begin Discussion threads and Use the email functions. Please contact Ilena key, Electronic Extension Program at ilena.key@stonybrook.edu or X 2-3216 for more details. Please Sign-up at
http://www.celt.sunysb.edu/
, under Activities & Events. CELT is located in the Melville Library, room E1337. Refreshments will be provided.
Submitted by: Ilena Key/Prov
3. 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
4. Employee Assistance Program Lunchtime Learning - WHEN A LOVED ONE IS DEPRESSED -LUNCH PROVIDED
Less than half the people suffering from depression seek treatment. One out of every five adults may experience a depression at some point during his or her lifetime. Through lecture, discussion and videotape, workshop participants will:
a. Learn the difference between "The Blues" and clinical depression by reviewing signs and symptoms
b. Identify the different types of depression and risk factors for depression
c. Understand that in many cases depression is a very treatable illness by discussing the benefits of medication combined with counseling
d. Develop strategies to intervene with a loved one who appears depressed
Date: October 16, 2002, Wednesday Time: 11:30 - 12:30 Location: HSC, Level 2, Seminar Rm 2B
To register: Download form from www.stonybrook.edu/hr (click on Training & Organizational Development). Then fax to: 632-6168; or call Denise Gross at 632-4501 for form. (Maximum registrants, 15 people). Don't forget, lunch is provided!
http://www.sunysb.edu/eap
Submitted by: Linda Tatem/Pres
5. Employee Assistance Program Lunchtime Learning - GETTING UNSTUCK FROM PAIN -LUNCH PROVIDED
There are times in our lives that we encounter pain. We sometimes get stuck in these situations and are afraid to move. Or, we do not want to move, because it is too painful. This workshop will look at strategies for the times when we feel immobilized to address the pressing problems.
To register: Download form from www.stonybrook.edu/hr (click on Training & Organizational Development). Then fax to: 632-6168; or call Denise Gross at 632-4501 for form. (Maximum registrants, 15 people). Don't forget, lunch is provided!
Date: October 17, 2002, Thursday Time: 12:00 - 1:30 Place: West Campus, Women's Studies Colloquium Center (formerly Peace Center), Old Chemistry
http://www.sunysb.edu/eap
Submitted by: Linda Tatem/Pres
6. Employee Assistance Program Lunchtime Learning - ANGER MANAGEMENT, AN OVERVIEW -LUNCH PROVIDED
Angry? Who Me? This workshop will teach you techniques on how to manage your own anger and how to deal with another person's anger. Participants will identify types of triggers to anger, learn behavioral signs and symptoms of anger and role-play constructive ways to handle anger.
Date: October 18, 2002, Friday Time: 12:00 - 1:30 Place: West Campus, Women's Studies Colloquium Center (formerly Peace Center), Old Chemistry
To register: Download form from www.stonybrook.edu/hr (click on Training & Organizational Development). Then fax to: 632-6168; or call Denise Gross at 632-4501 for form. (Maximum registrants, 15 people). Don't forget, lunch is provided!
http://www.sunysb.edu/eap
Submitted by: Linda Tatem/Pres
7. 14th Annual Run for Children to support the Child Life Program and the Pediatric Playroom!
The 14th Annual Run for Children, a 5K run & walk to support the Child Life Program and the pediatric playroom, will be held on Sunday, October 20. Registration begins at 7:30 am and the run will start at 9:30 am. Walkers are welcome! KIDS NEED MORE THAN MEDICINE TO GET WELL! All proceeds go towards games, toys, activities, and programs to reduce the stress and traume children experience during hospitalization. Registration forms are available in the Playroom on 11 South or by calling 4-3840. See you at the Run!
Submitted by: Nicole Gutman/UHMC
8. TIAA-CREF Mid-Career Seminar, October 15, 2002, 12:00 - 1:00
Planning for your retirement is an ongoing project. Changes in Social Security, additional investment choices, and the impact of volatile capital markets and inflation over time are just some of the factors you'll need to consider when evaluating or reevaluating your retirement plan. Please join us in a seminar that will focus on steps you can take today to ensure your financial security during retirement. To register contact Denise Gross at 2-4501.
Submitted by: Denise Gross/Admin
9. Deadline for Study Abroad
October 15 is the deadline for the following Spring Semester Study Abroad programs: Korea, Italy, Spain, Germany, France, South Africa, Russia, and Lancaster. Contact the Study Abroad Office for more information.
Submitted by: Dorothy Tsang/Grad
10. National Depression Screening Day
FREE Depression Screening, Thursday, 10/10/02. OPEN TO ALL STUDENTS!!! Two Locations: HSC Level 2 Lobby 11:45 a.m. - 1:30 p.m. AND the Student Union Lobby 12:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m. Info table, questions welcome! Sponsored by: The University Counseling Center, Student Health Services, The Wo/Men’s Center, The Health Sciences Center, and The School of Health Technology and Management.
Submitted by: Frances Larmon/OSA
12. Save the Date! -- October 23rd -- Gandhi Lecture ---Mahatma Gandhi's grandson, Rajmohan, to give Presidential Lecture!!!
Please join the campus community for a Presidential Lecture Celebrating Diversity by Rajmohan Gandhi, grandson of India's Mahatma Gandhi, author, scholar, journalist, and former member of India's Parliament. Professor Gandhi will present "Diversity and Peacemaking; Is Gandhi Relevant in 2002?" in the Student Activities Center Auditorium, October 23, during campus life time (12:45 - 2:00p.m.) followed by an opportunity to discuss from 2 - 3 p.m. RSVP to the Office of Conferences and Special Events at 632-6320. Light refreshments will be served.
Submitted by: George Meyer/Pres
13. Topics in Atmospheric and Oceanic Sciences Seminar, October 7, 2002
Dr. Isidoro Orlanski from the Geophysical Fluid Dynamics Laboratory, NOAA, will present a seminar on "Bifurcation in Eddy Life-Cycles: Implication for Storm Track Variability" at 11:30 a.m. on October 9, 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
14. Chamber Music Concert Friday, October 18, at the Staller Center - Free!
Enjoy outstanding performances by the Adult Chamber Music Workshop of the USB Pre-College and Community Music Programs, sponsored by the Music Department at the University at Stony Brook. Works for strings, woodwinds, brass, piano, and voice will be performed including compositions by Brahms, Dvorak, Kuhlau, Milhaud, and more. The concert is on Friday, October 18, at 8:00 pm in the Recital Hall of the Staller Center for the Arts and is free of charge. For more information, call the Music Dept at 632-7330.
http://www.sunysb.edu/music
Submitted by: Robin Pouler-Mcgrath/CAS
15. Computer Training Introduction to Excel Section C: Th, 6:00-9:00 pm, Oct. 10, 17, 24, 31; Nov. 7, 2002
This introductory course demonstrates the power and ease that makes Microsoft Excel the most-widely used spreadsheet application for office and home financial planning. Accountants, office managers, budget managers, even the family financial planner, will benefit from learning the basics of Excel. Topics include: basics of spreadsheet design, entering data, editing, formatting and printing worksheets, and implementing formulae and functions. The course emphasises hands-on exercises to reinforce lessons.
Fee $225 (10% discount University employees and students).
Call or Email Marie Hatch 632-7071; marie.hatch@stonybrook.edu
Submitted by: Frank Esposito/Prov
16. Presentation on Deakin University
The Study Abroad Coordinator from Deakin University in Australia will be giving a presentation on October 14 at 1-2pm in SAC 312. Topics covered will include studying at Deakin University, as well as studying abroad in Australia. Any students interested in Australia are welcome. Please contact the Study Abroad Office for information.
Submitted by: Dorothy Tsang/Grad
17. Two Movies at Staller Center Friday, October 11: Baran at 7 pm; Star Wars Episode IV (the original!) 9:15
Baran is a unique and touching love story set in present-day Iran. In Farsi and Dari with English subtitles. 99 minutes, rated PG. The Special Edition of Star Wars, the first ever, will be shown on Staller's 40-foot screen. 125 minutes, rated PG.
Tickets for each movie: $5, $4 students, seniors and children.
http://stallercenter.com
Submitted by: Julie Greene/CAS
18. Department of Mechanical Engineering/CEAS Distinguished Lecture Series
Dr. Genichi Taguchi, Executive Director of American Supplier Institute, will present a lecture as part of the ME Distinguished Lecture Series. The title of his lecture is, "The Taguchi Method and Quality Engineering". This lecture will be on Friday, October 11th 1:30PM in room 250 of Light Engineering. For more information, call Ann Berrios at 632 8300
Submitted by: Ann L. Berrios
19. Register For Skillsoft, A Web-Based, E-Learning Software Program - User Licenses Available On A 1st Come, 1st Served Basis
Training & Organizational Development has a limited number of User Licenses available for SkillSoft, a web-based e-learning software program. SkillSoft has a wide range of course offerings, including a Human Resources curriculum, Management curriculum, Communication curriculum, Customer Service curriculum, Finance curriculum, Personal Development curriculum, and many more. One of the greatest benefits of SkillSoft is its flexibility. You can start and stop a course at any point and it is automatically bookmarked; you can access SkillSoft at work or at home, evenings, weekends, anytime. To register yourself or a staff member, please go to the link below and click on SkillSoft. You will find a link for a downloadable registration form at the bottom of the page.
If you have any questions or would like an overview of navigating through a course, please contact Carol Londoiro, SkillSoft Administrator: carol.londoiro@stonybrook.edu
http://www.stonybrook.edu/hr/training
Submitted by: Carol Londoiro/Admin
20. Effective Interviewing Techniques
This program is designed for State and RF managers, search committees and those responsible for interviewing candidates. The program will include:
Preparing for an interview Setting the tone for a successful interview Avoiding discrimination and illegal questioning Gathering appropriate, job related information from the candidate Closing the interview Documenting the interview How to write a Resume Screening document How to write your interview questions to get answers you need Legal and illegal interview questions
DATE: Wednesday, October 16, 2002
TIME: 9:00-1:00
TO REGISTER: Contact Denise Gross @ 2-4501 or click on the website below
http://www.stonybrook.edu/hr/training
Submitted by: Cindy Brodsky/Admin
21. Handling Conflict
This workshop addresses conflict in the workplace and its effect on productivity. Participants will have the opportunity to assess the impact of their personal practices and style on their ability to achieve results. They will also learn to approach conflict situations constructively, resolve them effectively, and develop collaborative relationships with peers.
PROGRAM OBJECTIVES: At the conclusion of this program participants will be able to:
* Define conflict and its effects (positive and negative) on the workplace
* Complete a self-assessment to determine their individual conflict resolution style
* Gain a greater understanding of conflict resolution styles and different approaches to each
* Learn and practice a collaborative, problem-solving approach to conflict resolution
DATE: Tuesday, October 29, 2002 TIME: 9:30-1:00
TO REGISTER: Contact Denise Gross @ 2-4501 or click on the website below
http://www.stonybrook.edu/hr/training
Submitted by: Cindy Brodsky/Admin
22. Dealing with Difficult Customers
Dealing with nice customers is easy; it's dealing with the difficult customers/situations that can be a challenging experience. This program will provide you with some tools to help you get through these situations.
PROGRAM OBJECTIVES: At the conclusion of this program participants will be able to:
* Identify reasons why customers complain or become irritated
* Use the "Six Step" approach in dealing with difficult people
* Identify varying communication styles and adjust your style to that of others
* Demonstrate how to present alternatives to customers when you need to say "no"
WHO SHOULD ATTEND: Employees who come into contact with customers.
DATE: Tuesday, November 5, 2002 TIME: 1:00-4:00
TO REGISTER: Contact Denise Gross @ 2-4501 or click on the website below.
http://www.stonybrook.edu/hr/training
Submitted by: Cindy Brodsky/Admin
23. Survey Sez: Making Sense of Salary Survey Data
This session will address the use of surveys and salary reports in salary administration and compensation practice. Validity and interpretation of data, as well as application to our environment will be among the topics discussed. Please bring a salary survey or report you find helpful. The resources are many - - knowing how to use them is PRICELESS$$!
DATE: WEDNESDAY, October 23, 2002 TIME: 9:30-11:30
TO REGISTER: Contact Denise Gross @ 2-4501 or click on the website below
http://www.stonybrook.edu/hr/training
Submitted by: Cindy Brodsky/Admin
24. Practical Issues in Class & Comp
Class & Comp is usually the first step in what we hope will be a positive job development, recruitment, and retention experience. However, there are many technical, practical and ethical issues that will shape your effort and your results. This session will focus on the "fine detail" of this very important first step.
DATE: Wednesday, October 23, 2002 TIME: 2:30-4:30
TO REGISTER: Contact Denise Gross @ 2-4501 or click on the website below.
NOTE: TAKE THIS WORKSHOP IN CONJUNCTION WITH "Survey Sez:Making Sense of Salary Survey Data".
http://www.stonybrook.edu/hr/training
Submitted by: Cindy Brodsky/Admin
25. The Humanities Institute at Stony Brook Presents A Faculty Colloquium Lecture by Maiko Kawabate
Title: The Concerto That Wasn't: Travel, Transgression, and Negative Virtuosity. Where: The Humanities Institute, E4340 Melville Library. When: Wednesday October 9, 2002 at 4:30.
Paganini was puzzled and disappointed by the work Berlioz composed in response to his request for a concerto. Harold in Italy (1834) simply was not the anticipated virtuoso vehicle. Berlioz's programmatic symphony with solo viola would appear on the surface to be utterly devoid of the established codes of the virtuoso concerto.
In this talk, Maiko Kawabata argues that in fact Harold in Italy depends on these codes by negation. This unusual work relies on typical generic expectations of narrativity and of the soloist's role in order to subvert them. By showing how the music parallels the procedural norms of contemporary travel narrative Kawabata exposes the depths of Berlioz's generic violation.
Maiko Kawabata is an Assistant Professor in the Music Department at S.U.N.Y. Stony Brook.
http://www.sunysb.edu/humanities/
Submitted by: Jason Hanley/GST
26. Department of Biochemistry and Cell Biology
Dr. Paul Worley from The John Hopkins University will be holding a seminar entitled, "IEGs and Their Contribution to Synaptic Plasticity" on Thursday, Oct 10, in room 038 Life Sciences Building.
Submitted by: Lizandia Perez/CAS
27. Department of Biochemistry and Cell Biology
Dr. Scott Keeney from Sloan-Kettering Institute will be holding a seminar entitled, "Initiating Meiotic Recombination: Making Breaks in Yeast and Mouse" at 4:00pm on Thursday, Oct 17, in room 038 Life Sciences Building.
Submitted by: Lizandia Perez/CAS
28. Pursuing a career in the life sciences industry.
Tuesday, October 8th, 1-2:30pm. Center for Biotechnology. Speaker - Mr. Joseph Scaduto, Executive Director, Long Island Life Sciences Initiative and Business Development Manager, Center for Biotechnology. Join Mr Scaduto as he explores the diverse and exciting career pathways in the life sciences industry - Corporate R & D, business development, clinical trial management, law, finance, venture capital, communications and sales and marketing. He will provide a personal insight into his professional career development as he outlines critical steps involved in gaining industry experience through internships and creative networking techniques. This is a must attend seminar for all life sciences graduates who are interested in pursuing a career in the industry. Don't miss this opportunity to meet and discuss the realities of working in industry and the strategies for breaking into it. Seating is limited. Please register online at
http://www.biotech.sunysb.edu/ps/car.html#2002events
http://www.biotech.sunysb.edu/ps/car.html#2002events
Submitted by: Angeline Judex/CEAS
29. Harriman School Seminar -- Wednesday, October 23, 9 am, 304 Harriman Hall
Some Efficiency Issues in Designing Optical Networks Optical networks present a fast and reliable medium for transferring high volume data. We can reconfigure such networks by re-tuning node transmitters and receivers to different wavelengths, allowing us to design a virtual topology, which we then impose on the physical topology. In our application, we can split the flow from a source to a destination and direct the segments along different routes, each traversing intermediate nodes en route. We call such networks multihop networks. When optimizing network throughput, flow will often pass through many hops, increasing the total network flow and total propagation delay. Increased network flow is not desirable since it requires bigger resources and makes it more difficult to allocate costs fairly among users. We present an efficient tabu search algorithm that combines different optimization criteria: throughput maximization, total flow, and delay minimization. We give results for benchmark data sets.
Submitted by: Thomas Sexton/CEAS
30. Job/Internship Fair
Job/Internship Fair - Sports Complex Arena - Wednesday, October 16, 2002 - 12:00 Noon - 4:00 Pm
Lots Of Companies And Organizations!
For More Information: Visit The Career Center In The Melville Library (Foot Of The Zebrapath)
http://www.stonybrook.edu/career
Submitted by: Guo Cao/OSA
31. CSEA Worker Training Program
The School of Health Technology and Management is pleased to announce it's new Fall Course offerings to CSEA members.
During the week of October 7, 2002 we will offer Dealing with the Difficult Person Part II, Introduction to Internet Searching, Minor Traumas and Emergencies Part I and Workplace Wellness.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
32. 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 Health Resource Center- located in the main lobby of the hospital on Oct 9,2002 from 12 Noon - 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
33. Homecoming 5K Run/Walk - Sunday, October 20th @ 10:00A.M.
This run/walk is sponsored by the Department of Campus Recreation and the Athletic Training Program. For an application and additional information regarding the event please go to our web site or call 632-7168.
http://www.recreation.sunysb.edu/events/homecominginfo.html
Submitted by: Susan Dimonda/CAS
34. The Humanities Institute at Stony Brook Presents a one day Symposia
Title: Trauma at Home: Remembering 9/11 Where: The Humanities Institute, E4340 Melville Library When: Tuesday, October 15, 2002 from 2:00pm to 6:00pm.
The anniversary of the attacks on the USA were memorialized in New York and elsewhere on and around September 11, 2002. On Tuesday October 15th, we will contribute to remembering 9/11 by bringing humanities perspectives to bear on the events. The meeting will look to explore the impact on the American psyche in remembering the more than 3000 innocent people who died. The aim is to recognize the increasing catastrophes worldwide and to learn what we can from them. We decided to bring to Stony Brook several New York area authors to discuss and reflect. Speakers: Judith Greenberg, Marianne Hirsch, Claire Kahane, Nancy K. Miller, Lorie Novak, James Young. E. Ann Kaplan, Director HISB and Michele Bogart, Professor of Art History, will moderate the panels.
http://www.sunysb.edu/humanities/
Submitted by: Jason Hanley/GST
35. Student Activities Center Art Gallery - In celebration of Hispanic Heritage Month Presents:"Clay Sculpture " Reception and Book Signing
Nine Visions - clay sculpture: Mexico-U.S.-Curated by Graciela Kartofel SAC Art Gallery October 1 - 19, 2002. Opening reception -Book Signing and Talk, October 10th, 5 - 7 pm. Gallery hours: Tues. -Fri. 11 am - 5 pm.
Submitted by: Mildred Thurston/OSA
36. Oceans and Atmosphere Colloquium, October 11,2002
Dr. Robert Weisberg from the University @ South Florida, will present a seminar on "Forcing and feedbacks between the marine nitrogen cycle and global climate" on October 11,2002 at 12:30pm. The seminar will take place in the Endeavour Hall 120. For more information, please call 632-8781
Submitted by: Katerina Panagiotakopoulou/MSRC
37. Computer Training Macromedia Fireworks 4.0 NCE327 ? 3 sessions Section A: Sat. 1:00-4:00 pm, Oct. 26; Nov. 2, 9, 2002
Create web graphics, from a simple logo to a sophisticated rollover or pop-up menu, with this user-friendly program from the leader in web design software applications. Fireworks writes the JavaScript required for complex web graphics, and seamlessly merges with Dreamweaver, Macromedia's web layout program. This course is a thorough introduction to this powerful program. Students will create their own graphics to be incorporated into their website designs in Dreamweaver. Required text - Fireworks 4 for Windows/Macintosh: A Visual Quickstart Guide by Sandee Cohen, retail: $18.99.
Fee $150 (10% discount University employees and students ) CSEA LEAP Vouchers accepted
Call or Email Marie Hatch 632-7071; marie.hatch@stonybrook.edu
Submitted by: Frank Esposito/Prov
38. CELT Mandatory TA Orientation Make-Up Session
The make-up orientation session for TAs who missed the mandatory orientations before the start of the semester will be held on Friday, October 18, 2002, from 9am-12pm, in the CELT conference room, located in the Melville Library, Room E1337. You MUST register for the orientation on the CELT website, click on "Activities and Events."
Please contact us with any questions at 632-1030.
http://www.celt.sunysb.edu
Submitted by: Nora Ruth/GST
39. Sbunion Crafts Center Offers Defensive Driving Classes. Low Cost! Open To The Public!
The empire safety council accident prevention workshop emphasizing traffic safety awareness which is proven to reduce both accidents and traffic citations. Your attitudes and behaviors affect the way you drive. Learn to be a Defensive Driver and save 10% on your auto insurance(liability and collision) and reduce up to four points on your driving record.
Defensive Driving - Section A. Two Mon. (10/21,10/28), 6-9PM Section B. Two Weds. (11/13, 11/20), 6-9PM
SB Union. Rm. 237 $18/Students, $22/Non-Students. (Book and certificate fee $13. Send separate check to K. O'Brien with registration check)
Register by calling (631)632-6822, or stop by the Crafts Center Located in the lower level of the Union, Room 049.
http://www.stonybrook.edu/stuaff/studentactivities/index.shtml?page_craftscenter.shtml
Submitted by: Janice Costanzo/OSA
40. Ecology and Evolution Seminar
Ecology and Evolution Seminar 3:30 p.m. Wednesday, October 9, 2002 Life Sciences Building Room 038
"DYNAMICS AND PERFORMANCE OF OSCILLATING APPENDAGES AND THE CONSTRAINTS ON CONVERGENT-DIVERGENT PATTERNS OF MORPHOLOGICAL EVOLUTION"
Dr. Jeffrey A. Walker Department of Biological Sciences University of Southern Maine
Host: Dr. Michael A. Bell - mabell@life.bio.sunysb.edu
If you need a disability-related accommodation, please call: The Department of Ecology and Evolution at (631) 632-8600
Submitted by: Marilyn Pakarklis/CAS
41. HSC Employee Assistance Program Training Dealing with Difficult Patients
Health care workers are often called upon to maintain their professionalism while dealing with difficult, demanding or potentially violent patients. This workshop will address ways that employees can protect themselves using non-violent crisis intervention techniques while maintaining the safety and dignity of patients. Additionally, participants will learn ways to recognize potentially volatile situations and the need to have a safety plan.
October 10, 2002, 1:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m. Location: HSC, Level 2, CR 154B. Sponsored by EAP and University Police To register: Call Corporate Education and Training at 444-9805
http://www.sunysb.edu/eap
Submitted by: Linda Tatem/Pres
42. Pizza and a movie for International TAs - "Teaching in America: A Guide for International TAs"
When: Wednesday, October 16th, 12:30-1:30pm Where: CELT, Melville Library, Room E-1337
"Teaching in America: A Guide for International TAs" Teaching in America can be difficult for anyone. But what special problems confront international faculty when they first start teaching in America? For many the greatest challenge is not the English language, but understanding the assumptions and expectations of American students. The aim of Teaching in America is to speed the process of feeling at home in the American classroom. Join us for a screening of this insightful film created by the Harvard University Derek Bok Center for Teaching and Learning. A discussion will follow the showing. Join us at the Celt center and start improving your teaching performance for your American students.
Free pizza and refreshments will accompany the showing of the video. Please register for this important event at the CELT website under "Activities and Events." See you there!
http://www.celt.sunysb.edu/
Submitted by: Nora Ruth/GST
43. Lunch and a Movie For International Faculty - "Teaching In America: A Guide For International Faculty"
When: Thursday, October 24th, 11:30am-12:30pm Where: CELT, Melville Library, Room E-1337
"Teaching in America: A Guide for International Faculty" Teaching in America can be difficult for anyone. But what special problems confront international faculty when they first start teaching in America? For many the greatest challenge is not the English language, but understanding the assumptions and expectations of American students. The aim of Teaching in America is to speed the process of feeling at home in the American classroom. Join us for a screening of this insightful film created by the Harvard University Derek Bok Center for Teaching and Learning. A discussion will follow the showing. Join us at the Celt center and start improving your teaching performance for your American students.
Lunch and refreshments will accompany the showing of the video. Please register for this important event at the CELT website under "Activities and Events." See you there!
http://www.celt.sunysb.edu
Submitted by: Nora Ruth/GST
44. Long Island Play Project and Stony Brook Stages
Diana Son has woven a stunning web of two women's journeys into love and it's tragic aftermath. Stop Kiss is a jarring struggle to reassemble the pieces of history that have formed a new love - and to harvest some meaning from the prejudice that rips apart their world. We are sent back and forth in time, reliving through Callie's memory the inescapability of love without pain, or pain without love and left in the end with the stronger truth.
Opens Thursday, Oct. 17, at 8 pm in Theatre II at Staller Center for the Arts. Oct. 18 & 19 at 8 pm and Oct. 20 at 2 pm. Tickets: $10/general admission; $8 faculty/staff, $6 students/seniors.
Submitted by: Augusta Kuhn/CAS
45. Long Play Project and Stony Brook Stages
Pterodactyls is a farcical dark comedy about systems of denial and the price they carry in the world. The lines of communication have been severely broken within the Duncan family and further complicated by each member's nonsensical escape into fantasy. In this frenetic play by Nicky Silver, each character's comic antics are still not enough to protect them from the harsh reality from which they try so desperately to avoid.
Opens Thursday, October 24th at 8 pm, in Theatre III, Staller Center for the Arts.Oct. 25 & 26 at 8 pm and Oct. 27 at 2 pm. Tickets: $10/general admission; $8/faculty & Staff; $6/students & seniors
Submitted by: Augusta Kuhn/CAS
46. Weekly Fitness Classes
Campus Recreation offers weekly fitness classes for students, faculty and staff. You can join at anytime throughout the semester. Graduate Students, Faculty and Staff purchase a Punch Card and can try out as many different classes using this card. Full Card 35 classes $50.00 (1.43/class 3/4 Card 27 classes $40.00 (1.48/class) 1/2 card 18 classes $25.00 (1.66/class) 1/4 Card 9 classes $15.00 (1.66/class)
Class Schedule Mon,Wed,Fri @ 12:40pm Cross Training a Mixture of Step Aerobics, Body Sculpting, Kickboxing (Sports Complex Dance Studio)- A great workout and all levels are welcome. Tues/Thurs @ 12:00P.M. Body Sculpting (Wellness Center Dance Studio) Mon/Weds @ 7:15P.M. Step Aerobics (Sports Complex Dance Studio) Mon/Weds @ 8:15P.M. Yoga (Sports Complex Dance Studio) Tues/Thurs @ 7:15P.M. Kickboxing (Sports Complex Dance Studio) Tues/Thurs @ 8:15P.M. Body Sculpting (Sports Complex Dance Studio) For mor information call 632-7168 or check out our web site.
http://www.recreation.sunysb.edu
Submitted by: Susan Dimonda/CAS
47. 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
48. Ballroom Dancing Lessons
Ballroom Dance Lessons beginning in October. Monday Evenings: 7pm Latin Tech & Movement 10/14, 10/21, 10/28, 11/4. Monday Evenings: 8pm Cha Cha 1 & 2 10/14, 10/21, 10/28, 11/4. Monday Evenings: 9pm Waltz 3 10/14, 10/21, 10/28, 11/4
Instructor: Patti Panebianco All classes take place in Union Ballroom. The lesson fee is $20 per series.
Wednesday Evenings:7pm Tango 10/2, 10/9, 10/16, 10/23. Wednesday Eveings: 8pm Swing 10/2, 10/9, 10/16, 10/23. Wednesday Eveings: 9pm Cha Cha 10/2, 10/9, 10/16, 10/23. The 7pm and 8pm lesson fee is $20 per series. ($10.00 per series for SBU full-time students; a series consists of 4 one-hour lessons). The 9pm lesson fee is $30 per series. ($15 per series for SBU full-time students; a series consists of 4 one-hour lessons).
For more information about lessonss, please e-mail lin-shu.wang@sunysb.edu
http://http://www.recreation.sunysb.edu/events/sbudmain.html
Submitted by: Susan Dimonda/CAS
49. Entertainment Books 2003 are here - lots of them!
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. 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
50. Doctoral Defenses this week
Please click on the link below to see this week's Doctoral Defenses
http://www.grad.sunysb.edu/ddd/index.html
Submitted by: Ajay Gupta/GST
51. Osteoarthritis Clinical Trial
Do you or a loved one suffer rom Osteoarthritis? For more information, please call Maureen 444-9034
Submitted by: Maureen Hurst/UHMC
52. Rheumatoid Arthritis Clinical Trials
Do you or a loved one suffer from RHEUMATOID ARTHRITIS? For more information, please call Maureen 444-9034
Submitted by: Maureen Hurst/UHMC
53. 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
54. 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
55. 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