Campus Announcements for the week of 04/06/2009
Table of Contents
03. Workshops/Courses/Training
1. Did you invite people to meetings? Do you often get invited to meetings? Do you use the Notes Calendar?
2. Search And Selection-Effective Interviewing Techniques
3. Counseling Process for Supervisors of RF Employees
4. PDAR Training - Interactive Session!
5. Graduate Student Workshop
6. You Matter! Effective Customer Service
7. Managing Multiple Priorities-Lunchtime Learning
8. Americans With Disabilities Act Awareness Training
9. EAP Lunchtime Learning: An Introduction to Kripalu Yoga and Guided Relaxation
10. EAP Lunchtime Learning: Introduction to Feng Shui
11. EAP Lunchtime Learning: Labyrinth Walking
12. Maintaining a sense of community in online learning environments
13. Getting Your Lessons to Your Students Before They Come to Class: Using and distributing video and audio recordings
14. Promote Student Thinking and Enhance Learning Beyond Rote Memory with Concept Maps
15. Eliminate bubble sheets and automate testing and survey administration: Online and paperless testing and surveys in Blackboard
16. EASY Online Collaboration and Document Management: Introduction to SharePoint Sites for your Course, Department or Research Team
17. Making sense of your data: Organize and analyze classroom data by using Excel.
04. Hospital Workshops/Training
1. Employee Health & Wellness presents; How to Read Food Labels
05. Conferences/Seminars/Lectures
1. Two Chemistry Department Seminars
2. Come On Over To The Dark Side: The Obituary as Social History
3. CIDER Seminar Series-Marine Conservation - April 13, 2009
4. Neuroscience Seminar Series
5. Provost's Lecture Series hosting Ambassador Harald Braun on Tuesday, April 14
06. Hosp/HSC Conferences/Seminars/Lectures
1. Department of Anesthesiology - Grand Rounds
2. The Long Island Regional Perinatal Forum Presents Oral Health During Pregnancy Sunday March 1 2009
3. Women in Medicine Program: 3rd Annual Research Day - April 15, 2009
07. Charitable
1. The Cody Center Walk for Autism and Developmental Disabilities
2. Second Annual Judys Run for Awareness to Benefit SBUMCs Stroke Program
3. The Carol M. Baldwin Breast Cancer Research Fund
4. Free Dental Evaluation
08. Culture & Entertainment
1. Earthstock 2009: A Celebration of Earth Day
2. Honoring Dr. Ashley Schiff: The Ashley Schiff Park Preserve
3. Stony Brook Opera presents Mozart's Cosi fan tutte on April 17 and 19
4. Pottery Sale, April 22nd
5. Film: Ang Pagdadalaga Ni Maximo Oliveros(2005, 100 minutes)
6. Department of Campus Recreation Annual Golf Outing
7. Deadly Medicine, Creating The Master Race Exhibition, Now Open At The Charles B. Wang Center
8. Singer-songwriter and Stony Brook favorite Susan Werner performs at The University Cafe Sunday April 19th at 2 P.M.
9. Herstory Reception and Readings, April 20th, 4-6pm, Wang Center
10. Asian America after Obama: Where Do We Go From Here?
11. Film: Ang Pagdadalaga ni Maximo Oliveros (The Blossoming of Maximo Oliveros)
09. For-Pay Workshops/Courses
1. The Chautauqua 2009 Short Course Program for College and University Faculty
2. Advanced Access - New Dates
3. Defensive Driving Program for UUP Members
10. Research
1. Participate in a Survey Study and Earn Money
2. Do You Have Chronic Fatigue
3. Take Part In Clinical Research Studies
4. Do You Have Osteoarthritis of The Joint at the Base of Your Thumb?
5. Study Of Hiv Positive,Aids And Chromium Picolinate
11. Miscellaneous
1. Your Ombuds Office is Here to Help!
2. Celebrate Earth Day at the University Bookstore!
3. Play it Safe!
03. Workshops/Courses/Training
1. Did you invite people to meetings? Do you often get invited to meetings? Do you use the Notes Calendar?
There's alot to learn about this powerful tool. Join us this Thursday Apr 9 from 9-12 and become a Notes Calendar expert. Click here to register for "Manage Your Time More Effectively Using the Lotus Notes Calendar".
http://it.cc.stonybrook.edu/get_help/lotus_notes_classroom_training
Submitted by: Kim Rant/DoIT
2. Search And Selection-Effective Interviewing Techniques
This two-part program is designed to provide information to State and RF managers, search committees and those responsible for interviewing candidates.
The first session will cover:
Identifying the components of a Resume Screening Document
Writing an effective Resume Screening Document
Writing effective Interview Questions
The second session will cover:
Preparing for an interview
Setting the tone of a successful interview
Avoiding discriminatory and illegal questions
Effectively gathering job related information from an applicant
Closing the interview
Documenting the interview
Target Audience: VP Coordinators, managers, search committee members, search committee chairs, or anyone responsible for selecting and interviewing potential candidates.
http://naples.cc.sunysb.edu/Admin/HRSForms.nsf/aac30a50eebe3a8185256a6f004b0a84/7c48757ce9aedf9a85256a8d004b4293?OpenDocument
Submitted by: Lillian Valdez/Admin
3. Counseling Process for Supervisors of RF Employees
April 07, 2009 9:00am 12:00pm
This program will provide 1st or 2nd line supervisors and managers, with information regarding the Counseling processes for non-represented Research Foundation employees in the Stony Brook University community. In addition it will provide you with the ability to support the supervisors in your departments who are faced with employee issues requiring counseling.
The session includes:
-How and when to conduct a counseling session
-The difference between a verbal and a written counseling
-How to write a counseling memo
-How to identify problem situations
-How to determine when to counsel an employee and when to seek more severe administrative action
-The roles of the supervisors, the department and employee and labor relations in the process
Target Audience: Supervisors or Managers of Research Foundation employees.
Click below to register now!
http://naples.cc.sunysb.edu/training/hrclasses.nsf/wc0016
Submitted by: Lillian Valdez/Admin
4. PDAR Training - Interactive Session!
April 8, 2009 9:30am 12:30pm
PDAR is a Lotus Notes application that assists and facilitates the job creation, review, approval, posting and advertisement requisition process. This electronic format eliminates five paper forms (SUSB37, Position Description, Ad Request, Ad Text and the first page of the SUSB68).After completing this interactive computer based training class, participants will be able to:
-Create and clone job requisitions/PDARs
-Create waiver forms
-Create advertisement requests
-Understand the uses of reclassification, promotion, increased duties, FAST TRACK
-Utilize the Employment Tracking System (ETS)
Course Prerequisites:
Participants must have a current Lotus Notes account, and should be computer proficient
Click below to register now!
http://naples.cc.sunysb.edu/training/hrclasses.nsf/wc0002
Submitted by: Lillian Valdez/Admin
5. Graduate Student Workshop
April 14, 2009 10:00am 11:00am
This training will provide you with a step-by-step explanation of the hiring process, reappointment process, additional supplements, lump sums, summer appointments and required documentation for hiring graduate students. We will also review the form I-9 process as needed.
Target Audience: Graduate Student Coordinators or anyone who must authorize or approve graduate student appointments on West Campus, South Campus, HSC, Manhattan, and Southampton.
Click below to register now!
http://naples.cc.sunysb.edu/training/hrclasses.nsf/wc0009
Submitted by: Lillian Valdez/Admin
6. You Matter! Effective Customer Service
April 14, 2009 9:30am 12:30pm
All customer interactions have an impact on the perception of your organization. Excellent customer service is more than just employees smiling and making eye contact. It is an all-encompassing approach to making excellent service delivery part of the culture of your area. Everything a customer sees, hears or touches impacts the experience.
Key Highlights:
Identify customer expectations and needs using active listening techniques.
Learn how to create a culture of service excellence for your internal and external
customers.
Develop solutions to more challenging and difficult customer service situations.
Identify ways to create more customer-friendly processes.
Target Audience: This program is open to all West Campus, South Campus, HSC, Manhattan and Southampton employees.
Click below to register now!
http://naples.cc.sunysb.edu/training/hrclasses.nsf/wc0022
Submitted by: Lillian Valdez/Admin
7. Managing Multiple Priorities-Lunchtime Learning
April 15 12:00pm 1:00pm
Developing your ability to effectively use your time, set goals and focus on priorities while managing simultaneous responsibilities is key.Managing your work day is key to reducing stress as well as accomplishing goals successfully.
Key Highlights:
-Create effective work plans, prioritize competing tasks and plan for each day
-Identify inefficient uses of time and ways to improve or eliminate them
Target Audience: This program is open to all West Campus, South Campus, HSC, Manhattan, and Southampton employees.
Click below to register now!
http://naples.cc.sunysb.edu/training/hrclasses.nsf/wcll27
Submitted by: Lillian Valdez/Admin
8. Americans With Disabilities Act Awareness Training
April 17 3:00pm 5:00pm
The general population of individuals with disabilities is growing. People in this minority group are not necessarily born into it, becoming a member can happen to anyone at any time. Technology is providing opportunities for people who were previously considered unable to be educated or employed. In this litigious society, Administrators and Employers must have the sensitivity and knowledge to protect themselves while serving the needs of this group effectively. Employees who are or become disabled must not only know their rights, but also their responsibilities. Program Goals: Individuals can expect to gain a new outlook on the abilities of persons/job candidates/employees with disabilities and a simple, logical working knowledge of the ADA.
Target Audience: Supervisors and Managers that manage the performance of others
Click below to register now!
http://naples.cc.sunysb.edu/training/hrclasses.nsf/wc0014
Submitted by: Lillian Valdez/Admin
9. EAP Lunchtime Learning: An Introduction to Kripalu Yoga and Guided Relaxation
This workshop will include a brief introduction to the benefits of yoga and meditation, including breathing techniques for stress reduction, simple stretches to release tension and dis-ease from the body and a guided relaxation at the end to allow for a more balanced body and mind. Come with an intention to have health and happiness be a priority in your life. Taking the time to take care of you.
Guest Speaker, Jacqueline Morrison, Owner & Head Instructor of The Yoga Center
April 21, 2009, 12:00-1:00pm, HSC, Level 3, Lecture Hall 5
April 23, 2009, 12:00-1:00pm, Wang Center, Room 301
To Register Call EAP at 632-6085 or email us at eap@notes.cc.sunysb.edu
To join our EAP Lunchtime Learning Listserv please sign up at:
http://lists.sunysb.edu/index.cgi?A0=EAPTALK
Select "Join or Leave EAPTALK". Insert your name and email address and then select update options
Submitted by: Allison Hinke/Pres
10. EAP Lunchtime Learning: Introduction to Feng Shui
The Ancient Chinese Art of Positioning Objects. This tradition is based that by arranging our homes or offices correctly we affect the quality of our health, work, and relationships. Ms. Blydenburgh studied under Professor Lin Yun Feng Shui Master of Black Sect Feng Shui Tradition. Suggestions and cures will be explained to balance the flow of Chi (energy).
Guest Speaker, Donna Blydenburgh, RN, BS, ARCB, Optimal Wellness
April 22, 2009, 12:00-1:00pm, HSC, Level 3, Classroom 155
April 30, 2009, 12:00-1:00pm, Student Activities Center (SAC), Room 305
To Register Call EAP at 632-6085 or email us at eap@notes.cc.sunysb.edu
To join our EAP Lunchtime Learning Listserv please sign up at:
http://lists.sunysb.edu/index.cgi?A0=EAPTALK
Select "Join or Leave EAPTALK". Insert your name and email address and then select update options
Submitted by: Allison Hinke/Pres
11. EAP Lunchtime Learning: Labyrinth Walking
Take a break from the stress of modern life by going back a few thousand years. People are discovering anew that walking the concentric circles of ancient labyrinths can create inner peace and healing. EAP invites you to join Labyrinth Builder, Ed O'Connell, for a refreshing introduction to the Red Dragon Labyrinth as a walking meditation practice.
Guest Speaker, Ed O’Connell
April 14, 2009 Stony Brook’s Red Dragon Labyrinth, 12:001:00pm
To Register Call EAP at 632-6085 or email us at eap@notes.cc.sunysb.edu
To join our EAP Lunchtime Learning Listserv please sign up at:
http://lists.sunysb.edu/index.cgi?A0=EAPTALK
Select "Join or Leave EAPTALK". Insert your name and email address and then select update options
Submitted by: Allison Hinke/Pres
12. Maintaining a sense of community in online learning environments
Monday, April 13, 12:30pm to 2pm
This interactive workshop will engage participants in a discussion of sense of community and lead to concrete strategies to optimize sense of community in their courses.
https://tlt.stonybrook.edu/FacultyServices/Lists/Faculty%20%20Instructor%20Development%20Opportunities%20%20On/DispForm.aspx?ID=162&Source=https%3A%2F%2Ftlt.stonybrook.edu%2FFacultyServices%2FLists%2FFaculty%2520%2520Instructor%2520Development%2520Opportunities%2520%2520On%2Fcalendar.aspx
Submitted by: Theresa Ogazon/DoIT
13. Getting Your Lessons to Your Students Before They Come to Class: Using and distributing video and audio recordings
Monday, April 13, 2pm to 3pm
TLT has a number of resources at your disposal for recording and distributing video or audio lessons to your class. We will briefly discuss podcasting, video streaming, Adobe Connect video conferencing and Echo360 classroom recording systems, their appropriate use in different scenarios, and how to get started.
https://tlt.stonybrook.edu/FacultyServices/Lists/Faculty%20%20Instructor%20Development%20Opportunities%20%20On/DispForm.aspx?ID=163&Source=https%3A%2F%2Ftlt.stonybrook.edu%2FFacultyServices%2FLists%2FFaculty%2520%2520Instructor%2520Development%2520Opportunities%2520%2520On%2Fcalendar.aspx
Submitted by: Theresa Ogazon/DoIT
14. Promote Student Thinking and Enhance Learning Beyond Rote Memory with Concept Maps
Monday, April 13, 3pm to 4:30pm
Open your students’ minds to some of the challenging and thought-provoking dimensions of your course through the use of concept maps. Concept Mapping enables students to think beyond the rote memorization of single concepts and helps them discover, visually, relationships between the concepts and other things, ideas and people. In contrast with rote learning, where students merely store facts and information without really understanding how they fit into a conceptual pattern", concept mapping enables students to engage in meaningful learning, as they continually refine their knowledge structures, ultimately constructing complex frameworks of interrelated concepts with many levels of hierarchy, branching, and crosslinking. In this workshop, you’ll see examples of concept mapping, identify their application within your course, and build your own concept map using a Web 2.0 application easily accessed by your students.
https://tlt.stonybrook.edu/FacultyServices/Lists/Faculty%20%20Instructor%20Development%20Opportunities%20%20On/DispForm.aspx?ID=164&Source=https%3A%2F%2Ftlt.stonybrook.edu%2FFacultyServices%2FLists%2FFaculty%2520%2520Instructor%2520Development%2520Opportunities%2520%2520On%2Fcalendar.aspx
Submitted by: Theresa Ogazon/DoIT
15. Eliminate bubble sheets and automate testing and survey administration: Online and paperless testing and surveys in Blackboard
Tuesday, April 14, 4pm to 5:30pm
Learn how to conduct electronic tests and surveys, which are then (in most cases) automatically graded by Blackboard.
https://tlt.stonybrook.edu/FacultyServices/Lists/Faculty%20%20Instructor%20Development%20Opportunities%20%20On/DispForm.aspx?ID=166&Source=https%3A%2F%2Ftlt.stonybrook.edu%2FFacultyServices%2FLists%2FFaculty%2520%2520Instructor%2520Development%2520Opportunities%2520%2520On%2Fcalendar.aspx
Submitted by: Theresa Ogazon/DoIT
16. EASY Online Collaboration and Document Management: Introduction to SharePoint Sites for your Course, Department or Research Team
Tuesday, April 14, 2:30pm to 4pm
SharePoint is a great tool for sharing documents and Web hosting. File libraries can be created to store, share, and collaborate on documents. You can be alerted if someone modifies a document. A check-in/check-out system can be enabled to ensure that just one person is working on a document at any given time to prevent overwriting. Different versions of a document can be saved and restored. All documents and the entire site collection can be accessed anywhere from any computer. Additionally you have full control over who can see or do anything on your site.
https://tlt.stonybrook.edu/FacultyServices/Lists/Faculty%20%20Instructor%20Development%20Opportunities%20%20On/DispForm.aspx?ID=165&Source=https%3A%2F%2Ftlt.stonybrook.edu%2FFacultyServices%2FLists%2FFaculty%2520%2520Instructor%2520Development%2520Opportunities%2520%2520On%2Fcalendar.aspx
Submitted by: Theresa Ogazon/DoIT
17. Making sense of your data: Organize and analyze classroom data by using Excel.
Wednesday, April 15, 11:30am to 1pm
Assessment data can be very daunting. In this workshop, we will have hands-on activities to practice how to organize, analyze, and interpret your assessment data using Microsoft Office Excel 2007. If available, bring your data and your questions for discussion.
https://tlt.stonybrook.edu/FacultyServices/Lists/Faculty%20%20Instructor%20Development%20Opportunities%20%20On/DispForm.aspx?ID=167&Source=https%3A%2F%2Ftlt.stonybrook.edu%2FFacultyServices%2FLists%2FFaculty%2520%2520Instructor%2520Development%2520Opportunities%2520%2520On%2Fcalendar.aspx
Submitted by: Theresa Ogazon/DoIT
04. Hospital Workshops/Training
1. Employee Health & Wellness presents; How to Read Food Labels
April 15th: How can we lose weight and be healthy if we don't know what food labels mean? Heidi Kearney, RN from EH&W will show you how to read those puzzling food labels in a fun, interactive workshop. 12pm-1pm HSC Lecture Hall #6, Level 3
Submitted by: Maria Loret De Mola/UHMC
05. Conferences/Seminars/Lectures
1. Two Chemistry Department Seminars
On Thursday, April 9, 2009 Dr. Thomas Magliery from Ohio state University will be holding a seminar entitled "Information in Protein Sequences: Combinatorial and Statistical Protein Design" in Room 412 in the Chemistry Dept. Bldg from 4:00-6:00 PM.
On Friday, April 10, 2009 Dr. Markus Raschke from University of Washington will be holding a seminar entitled "Optical Antennas for Imaging and Spectroscopy on the Nanoscale" in Room 412 in the Chemistry Dept. Bldg. from 4:00-6:00 PM.
http://faculty.washington.edu/mraschke/
Submitted by: Lizandia Perez/CAS
2. Come On Over To The Dark Side: The Obituary as Social History
The School of Journalism Presents: Come On Over To The Dark Side: The Obituary as Social History, a free lecture by Margalit Fox of The New York Times. Thursday, April 16, 7:30 p.m. Javits 103.
The newspaper obituary, once a dry recitation of a subject’s life, is now a vibrant, warts-and-all portrait of the dear departed that can be captivating, moving and even hilarious. In this illustrated lecture, Margalit Fox, a reporter in The Times’ renowned Obituary News Department, reveals who gets a newspaper obituary, who doesn’t and why; how the humble obituary speaks in profound ways about contemporary culture; and what it’s like to have one of the strangest yet most rewarding jobs in America. For more information call 631-632-7403.
http://www.stonybrook.edu/journalism
Submitted by: Jennifer Carlino/Prov
3. CIDER Seminar Series-Marine Conservation - April 13, 2009
CIDER (Consortium for Inter-Disciplinary Environmental Research) is pleased to host Dr. Ellen K. Pikitch, Professor and Executive Director, Institute for Ocean Conservation Science and Dr. Carl Safina, President and Co-Founder, Blue Ocean Institute. Dr. Pikitch's talk entitled "The Gathering Wave of Ocean Extinctions" and Dr. Safina's talk entitled "In the Same Net; Biodiversity, Ethics, and the Human Spirit" will be presented Monday, April 13, at 4 pm at the School of Marine and Atmospheric Sciences, Endeavour Hall 120 (South Campus). Event is free and open to the public. Light refreshments will be served at 3:45. For additional information please contact the CIDER office @632-3162.
http://ws.cc.stonybrook.edu/cider/
Submitted by: Karen Warren/MSRC
4. Neuroscience Seminar Series
On Thursday, April 9, at Noon in Room 038 of the Life Sciences Building, the Department of Neurobiology & Behavior will be hosting a seminar. Professor Christopher E. Henderson, PhD, Departments of Pathology & Cell Biology & Neuroscience (in Neurology) at Columbia University, will be giving a talk on Using Stem Cells to Model Motor Neuron Degeneration in ALS.
Faculty Host: Lorna Role, 632-8616
Coffee at 11:45 am
Submitted by: Diane Godden/CAS
5. Provost's Lecture Series hosting Ambassador Harald Braun on Tuesday, April 14
On April 14, Ambassador Harald Braun will give a lecture on Diplomacy in Times of Global Change at 4:00 p.m. in the Student Activities Center Auditorium. A Stony Brook alumnus, Dr. Harald Braun has served over three decades in diplomatic posts on four continents and with the United Nations, including Chief Political Officer in Washington D.C., special envoy for Afghanistan reconstruction, Deputy National Security Adviser to the German Chancellor and, currently, Minister Plenipotentiary for the German Embassy in Paris. Since 2008, the Ambassador has been a part-time Research Professor for Global Studies and Diplomacy for Stony Brook’s Institute for Global Studies. This lecture is co-sponsored by Stony Brook's Institute for Global Studies and the Center for Global and Local History.
http://www.stonybrook.edu/sb/provlec
Submitted by: Janine Pearce/Prov
06. Hosp/HSC Conferences/Seminars/Lectures
1. Department of Anesthesiology - Grand Rounds
On Wednesday, April 8, 2009, Dr.Vedan Djesevic senir resident of the Department of Anesthesiology,SUNY Stony Brook, NY will be holding a Grand Rounds presentation, "Pharmacogenetics of Anesthetics and Analgetics". Grand Rounds will be held at HSC, Level 3,Lecture Hall 5 at 7:00 AM>
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Meyer/UHMC
Submitted by: Olja Meyer/UHMC
2. The Long Island Regional Perinatal Forum Presents Oral Health During Pregnancy Sunday March 1 2009
The Long Island Regional Perinatal Forum presents: Oral Health in Pregnancy, Sunday, March 1, 2009
Stony Brook University School of Dental Medicine, Dental Care Center, Sullivan Hall, Stony Brook, NY
8:30 AM 11:45 AM
Target Audience:
Dentists, Hygienists, Certified Dental Assistants, Obstetricians, Pediatricians, Medical Residents, Physicians Assistants, Medical Assistants, Nurses, Midwives, Health Educators.
Submitted by: Keisha Butler/UHMC
3. Women in Medicine Program: 3rd Annual Research Day - April 15, 2009
Lecture Hall 2 on Level 2 in the HSC. 8:00 am Keynote Address. 9:15 Platform Presentations "Communication between the Nervous and Immune Systems" and "Testing the Biological Plausibility of Schizophrenia Susceptibility Genes NRG1 and CHRNA7". 10:00 Poster Session in the HSC Galleria. 11:00 Panel Discussion "Stories of Success". 12:00 Featured Presentation "Imaging Addiction in the Human Brain". 12:30 Certification Presentations and Closing Remarks. All are welcome to attend.
Submitted by: Caroline Lazzaruolo/UHMC
07. Charitable
1. The Cody Center Walk for Autism and Developmental Disabilities
The 2009 Cody Walk will kick off on Sunday, May 3, at 9:30 am at the Wang Center on the campus of Stony Brook University. This year’s Walk will include children's activities, music, and an indoor resource center. Register Today and make a bold statement by raising funds for a great cause!
http://inf-hscweb.informatics.sunysb.edu/codywalk/index.cfm
Submitted by: Lisa-Beth Platania/HSC
2. Second Annual Judys Run for Awareness to Benefit SBUMCs Stroke Program
Judy’s Run is on Saturday, May 9, 2009, Sunken Meadow State Park. Registration: 7:30am-8:30am, Run Starts: 9:00am, 5K Run and 1 Mile Fun Walk. $20 Registration (includes T-Shirt) / $30 Late Registration (entries considered late if postmarked after April 24th). Register on-line or by mail (please go to www.judysrun.com) or contact Bob Zebrowski at 631-255-2516.
Submitted by: Victoria Irwin/UHMC
3. The Carol M. Baldwin Breast Cancer Research Fund
presents Second Annual High Tea at the Smithtown Elks Club, 120 Edgewood Ave., Smithtown, NY, Sunday, April 26, 2009, 1:00 - 5:00 p.m.
$60.00 per person
For reservations call (631)444-4300
Submitted by: Yasemin Tansel/HSC
4. Free Dental Evaluation
Thursday, April 23 from 10am - 5:30pm get a FREE Dental Evaluation at the School of Dental Medicine on South Campus. The exam is quick and painless. Free toothbrushes and other products will be given out. By appointment only, please call 632-8989 on or before April 17. All are welcome.
Submitted by: Denise Trochesset/HSC
08. Culture & Entertainment
1. Earthstock 2009: A Celebration of Earth Day
A week-long series of programs and events (April 15-22) marks the University’s sixth-annual Earthstock festivities in celebration of Earth Day. The event kicks off at 1:00 p.m. on Wednesday, April 15 at the Arvam Theater Stony Brook Southampton with a lecture by Dean Mary Pearl, former President of Wildlife Trust. On Friday, April 17, the action shifts into high gear at Stony Brook where approximately 100 vendors will teach you how to green your home, career, and community. Peat Moss and the Fertilizers take the main stage from 11:30 a.m. until 3:00 p.m., on the Academic Mall. At 7:30 p.m., keynote speaker Ove Hoegh-Guldberg will deliver a Provost’s Lecture, The Coral Reef Crisis, live from Australia, at the Charles B. Wang Theater. Jack’s Waterfall will close the day with a WUSB concert at the University Café at 9:00 p.m. For a complete listing of events visit www.stonybrook.edu/earthstock
http://www.stonybrook.edu/earthstock
Submitted by: Karen Keeley/UAff
2. Honoring Dr. Ashley Schiff: The Ashley Schiff Park Preserve
Please join us on Tuesday, April 21st from 1-2 p.m in SAC room 306 for a special presentation hosted by The Friends of the Ashley Schiff Park Preserve and dedicated to Dr. Ashley Schiff, former Associate Professor of Political Science at Stony Brook University. A panel presentation by Stony Brook faculty and graduate students will be followed by a showing of Stand, a film by Amy Jensen about the Ashley Schiff Park Preserve.
http://pbisotopes.ess.sunysb.edu/a-schiff/
Submitted by: Sharon Pavulaan/CEAS
3. Stony Brook Opera presents Mozart's Cosi fan tutte on April 17 and 19
On Friday, April 17 at 8 pm, and Sunday, April 19 at 2 pm at the Staller Center for the Arts, Stony Brook Opera presents a full production of Mozart's comic opera Cosi fan tutte, one of the most popular operas in the repertory. Timothy Long conducts the international cast and members of the Stony Brook Symphony Orchestra. Making his debut as stage director and set designer is Joachim Schamberger. The production features entirely projected scenery that transforms and changes with the music before the spectators' eyes. Tickets are $24 general and $12 students and seniors, and are available at the Staller Center box office. There will be a pre-opera lecture one hour before each performance, by Assistant Professor Ryan Minor.
Submitted by: David Lawton/CAS
4. Pottery Sale, April 22nd
Pottery Sale, Student Union Lobby, April 22nd (additional sale date 5/6). The Craft Center will hold a pottery sale on Wednesday, 3/11 from 9am3pm in the Student Union Lobby. Our ceramic ware is hand made in the Union Craft Center ceramic studio. Come on over and support this creative community. Many fine pieces available to purchase including bowls, mugs, vases, teapots, sculpture, plates and more. Gift certificates available. The Crafts Center offers classes that are non-credit, low cost and open to the public. For registration/brochure either come to the Craft Center located in the Student Union lower level room 049 or contact us: Phone 632-6822; Email craftcenter@notes.cc.sunysb.edu; Website www.stonybrook.edu/craftcenter.
http://www.stonybrook.edu/craftcenter
Submitted by: Janice Costanzo/OSA
5. Film: Ang Pagdadalaga Ni Maximo Oliveros(2005, 100 minutes)
Film: Ang Pagdadalaga Ni Maximo Oliveros (2005, 100 minutes)
(The Blossoming of Maximo Oliveros)
Tuesday, April 14, 2009, 7PM
Free admission
Neorealist in orientation, this film is a tale of lost innocence and redemption amidst the poverty of Manila's slums. Maxi, a 12-year-old effeminate gay boy lives with his father and brothers who are petty thieves. Maxi falls in love with Victor, a handsome police office who is duty bound to catch Maxi's family of petty thieves.
Introduced by and discussion to follow with Dr. Nerissa Balce, Department of Asian and Asian American Studies and Dr. Jeffrey Sta. Ana, Department of English.
http://www.sunysb.edu/wang
Submitted by: Jennifer Iacona/Pres
6. Department of Campus Recreation Annual Golf Outing
The Department of Campus Recreation will be holding its' Annual Golf Outing on Friday, May 8th at the Heatherwood Golf Club in Centereach. The tournament will begin at 12:00pm with a shotgun start. The tournament format is best ball, with team low gross, longest drive and closest to pin awards given out. This tournament is open to all students, faculty, staff and alumni of the University. Each foursome will be allowed one guest player who is not affiliated with the university.
Cost, which includes green fees, carts, shotgun start and lunch, will be $70.00 per person for graduate students/faculty/staff/alumni/guest and $55.00 per person for undergraduate students.
The registration deadline is Monday, April 20, 2009. For more information, please feel free to contact Marie Turchiano, Associate Director of Campus Recreation at 632-4145
Submitted by: Marie Turchiano/CAS
7. Deadly Medicine, Creating The Master Race Exhibition, Now Open At The Charles B. Wang Center
From 1933 to 1945, Nazi Germany carried out a campaign to "cleanse" German society of individuals viewed as biological threats to the nation's "health." Enlisting the help of physicians and medically trained geneticists, psychiatrists, and anthropologists, the Nazis developed racial health policies that began with the mass sterilization of genetically diseased persons and ended with the near annihilation of European Jewry.
This self-guided exhibition is free and open to the public now through June 12th, 2009
Most Mondays Fridays, 12:00 PM 4:00 PM
Exhibition Reception, Monday, April 27th, 5:00 PM 7:00 PM, Light refreshments
Visit the website for more details.
http://www.stonybrook.edu/deadlymedicine
Submitted by: Jan Potter/UAff
8. Singer-songwriter and Stony Brook favorite Susan Werner performs at The University Cafe Sunday April 19th at 2 P.M.
With eight albums and an outstanding live show, Susan Werner is one of the defining artists of the folk music genre. Her versatile career has seen her move among jazz and pop effortlessly. For her first Cafe appearance, Susan brings a new CD, Classics, which takes her creativity to another level as she tackles ten pop songs (by Stevie Wonder, Paul Simon, Bob Marley, Marvin Gaye, and others) with new arrangements for string quartet and classical instruments and her trademark outstanding vocals. Werner's Stony Brook performance, combining voice, guitar and keyboards, will re-visit audience favorites from her career and also present her newer music. (www.susanwerner.com)
Advance sale at www.universitycafe.org $20.00 until April 16th with no service charge. Tickets at the door (if available) $25.00
http://www.universitycafe.org
Submitted by: Charles Backfish/CAS
9. Herstory Reception and Readings, April 20th, 4-6pm, Wang Center
Herstory Reception and Readings, April 20th, 4-6pm,
Wang Center, Zodiac Gallery
Please join us for a reception celebrating Herstory Writers Workshop. The archives of Herstory and Erika Duncan are being donated to Stony Brook University Libraries. Erika is the founder of Herstory and helped found the Women’s Salon, which met for a decade in NYC. The Women’s Salon gave audience support and critical attention to emerging works of Feminist writers such as Kate Millet, Susan Griffin, Dorothy Dinnerstein, Olga Broumas, and Adrienne Rich.
More than 2000 women from Long Island have participated in Herstory, a community memoir writing project from women of all walks of life. A short program of readings will include representatives from the Prison project, the Latina community, and introductory remarks from Rep. Vivian Viloria-Fisher.
Refreshments will be served following the readings. This event is free and open to the public. Don't miss this historic event!
Submitted by: Stephanie Gaylor/Lib
10. Asian America after Obama: Where Do We Go From Here?
After the historic victory of the first African American President, we pause to ask ourselves how the recent election has impacted Asian Americans. How exactly did Asian Americans vote? Did the turnout of Asian Americans increase and how did the turnout impact the results especially in New York? What can all of us do to ensure that the voices of Asian Americans will be heard in future elections?
Thursday, April 16, 2009 7:00, Lecture Hall 1
Sponsored by Asian American Legal Defense and Educational Fund and the Asian American Center Bridge
http://www.stonybrook.edu/wang
Submitted by: Jennifer Iacona/Pres
11. Film: Ang Pagdadalaga ni Maximo Oliveros (The Blossoming of Maximo Oliveros)
Neorealist in orientation, this film centers on Maxi, a 12-year-old effeminate gay boy who lives in the slums with his father and brothers who are petty thieves. After being rescued from a hate crime by Victor, a handsome police officer, Maxi falls in love with Victor who never accepts his advances and places Maxi in between Victor and his family's illegal livelihood in a tale of lost innocence and redemption amidst the poverty of Manila's slums. (2005, 100 minutes.) In collaboration with Unitel, The Filipino-American Community Organizations of Long Island with the support of the Consulate General of the Philippines, New York. Co-sponsored by PUSO.
Tuesday, April 14, 7:00 pm, Wang Theater
http://www.stonybrook.edu/wang
Submitted by: Jennifer Iacona/Pres
09. For-Pay Workshops/Courses
1. The Chautauqua 2009 Short Course Program for College and University Faculty
After many years of support by the National Science Foundation, Professional Education Program-Outreach will continue its commitment to the program. This nation-wide faculty development program in natural sciences, social sciences, engineering, and mathematics will operate independently on a fee basis this year and will offer twelve courses. Two courses will be held at Stony Brook’s Southampton campus on Long Island, eight at Stony Brook’s mid-town Manhattan site, one in Washington D.C., and one in Beijing, China. Doctoral students planning to teach in colleges and universities are eligible to participate. Please log on to
http://ws.cc.stonybrook.edu/ceie/chautauqua/
for course description, schedule and registration. For questions, contact Patricia Dixon at: PADixon@notes.cc.sunysb.edu or at (631) 632-7696.
http://ws.cc.stonybrook.edu/ceie/chautauqua/
Submitted by: Patricia Dixon/Prov
2. Advanced Access - New Dates
NCE 317.1 - 4 sessions - Fee: $209
Add power to you database by creating custom forms, reports and advanced techniques with tables, queries and macros. There will be a review of using relational databases and mastering relationships.
Required text: Microsoft Office Access 2007 Step-By-Step (ISBN# 0735623031) Cost of book not included
For a full description of this class, and to register go to SPD Website at
http://www.stonybrook.edu/spd/computer
For questions call 632-7022
10% discount for University employees, spouses, and Students. CSEA LEAP Vouchers accepted
CSEA LEAP Vouchers accepted
Section F: Wednesdays, 6pm-9pm; May 13, 20, 27 & June 3, 2009
Submitted by: Amy Margolies/Prov
3. Defensive Driving Program for UUP Members
A NYSUT sponsored Defensive Driving program is being offered on Saturday, May 2, 2009 from 8:30 AM to 2:30 PM in the Wang Center Room 301, for all UUP employees and their immediate family members. Cost is $30 per person, payable in advance. Checks should be made payable to "NYSUT Benefit Trust" and delivered to the UUP office, 104 Old Chemistry, Z=3475. Office hours are Monday thru Friday, 9 am to 3 pm. Receipt of your check reserves your place in class. Participants are usually entitled to a 10% discount on their automotive insurance. Check with your provider. The certificate is good for three years of savings! Contact Corinne Burns at Ext. 2-6570 or cmburns@notes.cc.sunysb.edu for more information.
Submitted by: Corinne Burns/Affl
10. Research
1. Participate in a Survey Study and Earn Money
If you are a Chinese or Chinese American woman 40 years and older, and have not had a mammogram in the last 12 months, you may be eligible for a survey study on ways to convey information about mammography screening. Please call (631) 632-7875, or email moyer.lab@gmail.com to find out more about the study.
http://www.psychology.stonybrook.edu/amoyer-/Detailed%20Flyer.htm
Submitted by: Anne Moyer/CAS
2. Do You Have Chronic Fatigue
If you have chronic fatigue, you’re invited to participate in a study in the Family Practice Center at Stony Brook University funded by the National Institutes of Health to learn fatigue self help skills. Internet and Windows 2000, XP, or Vista required. Participants will be paid up to $420. For further information call Dr. Fred Friedberg at 631 632-8252 or Email him at fred.friedberg@stonybrook.edu
Submitted by: Diane Ruenes/UHMC
3. Take Part In Clinical Research Studies
Inquire about Clinical Research Studies. Call Albert Ruenes at (631) 499-8697 or email aruenes@notes.cc.sunysb.edu.
Submitted by: Diane Ruenes/UHMC
4. Do You Have Osteoarthritis of The Joint at the Base of Your Thumb?
You May Be Eligible To Participate In A Clinical Study To Treat This Painful Problem. To Learn More About This Clinical Study, Call: Department Of Orthopaedics at (631) 444-2215
Submitted by: Diane Ruenes/UHMC
5. Study Of Hiv Positive,Aids And Chromium Picolinate
The General Clinical Research Center at StonyBrook University Hospital is seeking volunteers 18 years of age and older with a diagnosis of HIV+or AIDS to research the effectiveness of Chromium Picolinate in the treatment of complications of currentHIV therapy including insulin resistance, (leadingto Diabetes) and possibly body fat distribution(HIV Lipodystrophy). Volunteers are offered compensationup to $1,700 plus transportation expenses. (631) 444-9362 or (631) 444-3740
Submitted by: Diane Ruenes/UHMC
11. Miscellaneous
1. Your Ombuds Office is Here to Help!
The Ombuds Office is an impartial sounding board and does not advocate for any specific office or interest and does not take sides in a dispute. If you need dispute resolution, visit the Ombuds Office in W050 Melville Library, call 632-9200, or visit www.stonybrook.edu/ombuds.
Submitted by: Glenn Jochum/UAff
2. Celebrate Earth Day at the University Bookstore!
During the month of April, receive a 20% discount on all "green" merchandise and a 20% discount on all "green" Trade Books. The University Bookstore is located in the lower level of the Melville Library.
Submitted by: Angela Agnello/FSA
3. Play it Safe!
Know who your safety warden is. Safety wardens are volunteers who assist with communications, evacuation, and coordination of people during emergencies. Safety warden teams are organized by building. For more safety information visit Stonybrook.edu/emergency.
Submitted by: Glenn Jochum/UAff