Campus Announcements for the week of 02/09/2009
Table of Contents
01. Administrative
1. Intercall Selected As The New Teleconference Service Provider
2. Graduate School Dean requesting nominations for Faculty & Staff Awards
3. Mail Services U.S.P.S. Postage Update
4. Stony Brook University - Premium Parking Spaces - Apply Now!
02. Administrative - Hosp/HSC
1. ACGME Faculty Development Workshop
2. The Hospital Benefits Office Has Moved
03. Workshops/Courses/Training
1. Immigration Options After Graduation for International Students
2. TLT's Spring 2009 Faculty Enrichment Series
3. All Across the Galaxy: Searching Multiple Resources Simultaneously
4. EAP Lunchtime Learning: Affroding Senior Care:The VA Factor
5. Finding Books, DVDs and more at SBU Libraries
6. Library Tour
7. Get Your Learn On: Web Research 2.0
8. Become a powerful presenter now! Seats are limited
9. You make a difference!Customer Service lunchtime learning workshop(1hr session)
10. Introduction to SharePoint Sites for your Course, Department or Research Team
11. Getting assistance and resources to improve my teaching
12. Office hours from the comfort of your home.
13. Using classroom research techniques to enhance student learning and improve your teaching
14. Will this be on the test - Confusion-Proof Your Syllabus
15. Manage your courses online quickly and easily: Blackboard for beginners
16. Make your PowerPoint presentations more engaging with youtube
17. Empower Yourself and Your Students: Teaching for Social Justice
05. Conferences/Seminars/Lectures
1. Biochemistry & Cell Biology Seminar: Thursday, February 12, 2009
2. Provost's Lecture Series hosting 2 talks
3. Chemistry Department
4. Neuroscience Seminar Series
5. Ecology and Evolution Seminar "Why the Cactus, An Historical Perspective on a Major Evolutionary Innovation"
6. Topics in Atmospheric and Oceanic Sciences Seminar
7. Biomedical Engineering Seminar Series Lecture
8. Varieties of Psychiatric Experience: Introducing the Icarus Project and Campus Icarus, February 9, 4-6PM, Humanities Institute (Humanities 1008)
9. The School of Journalism Presents, "My Life As... an investigative producer"
10. School of Marine and Atmospheric Sciences Friday Colloquium Series - SoMAS
11. Dr. Jared Farmer (Dept. of History) will present a talk in the Humanities Institute's Faculty Lecture Series
12. Colloquium, Department of Physics and Astronomy
06. Hosp/HSC Conferences/Seminars/Lectures
1. Department of Physiology and Biophysics Seminar
2. Pharmacological Sciences Notice
3. NIH General Clinical Research Center Department Of Medicine Seminar Serie
07. Charitable
1. Food Drive Month-February 2009
08. Culture & Entertainment
1. Department of Campus Recreation Ski Trip - Okemo Moutain
2. Staller Center Art Gallery to Feature Graduate Student Work
3. D'Lo: Reflections & Rambles While Relevating Revolutionaries
4. Center for Italian Studies Book Fair, Saturday,February 21, 10-Noon.
5. Magical Musical Mega Shabbat!
6. The Humanities Institute's Point of View Cinema Film and Discussion Series February 17 7PM Theatre Three
7. PINK ZONE - Women's Basketball game for Breast Cancer Awareness
8. Stony Brook Opera at the Tabler Center for the Arts, Culture and Humanities
9. Seawolves Basketball: Men's Hoops vs. Albany-Thursday, February 12th at 7PM Televised LIVE on MSG Plus!
10. Stony Brook University Seawolves Host National Girls and Women in Sports Day Multi- Sport Youth Clinic -Saturday February 14th 11AM!
11. Seawolves Tennis Family Fun Fest
12. The Puppini Sisters at Staller Center, Saturday, February 14 at 8 pm
13. Music legend Graham Parker in intimate setting of The University Cafe Sunday, February 15th 2 P.M.
14. Free Trip: African Burial Ground, Celebrate Black History Month, South Street Seaport NYC. Saturday, Feb. 21st. 9:00am to 5pm
09. For-Pay Workshops/Courses
1. Managing Data with Access
2. Microsoft PowerPoint
3. Bartending Class
4. Improve Comedy Workshop
5. Digital Camera Basics
6. Knitting Classes at the Craft Center
7. Interconnecting Cisco Network Devices
8. Drawing and Painting Classes at the Craft Center
9. Defensive Driving Program for UUP Members
10. The Chautauqua 2009 Short Course Program for College and University Faculty
10. Research
1. Are you currently depressed or were you depressed in the past
2. Treatment Study for Behavioral Control Problems for Boys and Girls
3. Do You Have Heart Failure
4. Study For Children 6-12 Years-Old With Behavioral Control Problems
5. Seeking Volunteers With Cystic Fibrosis
6. Chinese American Women Sought for Survey Study
11. Miscellaneous
1. Humanities Institute's Undergraduate Awards
2. Great Gifts for Valentine's Day at the Seawolves MarketPlace!
3. UUP Annual Dinner Dance
4. Funding Opportunities for Graduate Students,Deadline is Feb 25, 2009
5. University PreSchool Registration Is Now Open!
6. UUP Individual Development Award
7. Honora Pearls, Lottery and More at new SBUMC Gift Shop
8. Valentine's Dinner at the J Club
9. Valentine's Day Sale at Gift Shop
10. Studio 97 is Opened! come visit us in the Student Union Basement RM 043
01. Administrative
1. Intercall Selected As The New Teleconference Service Provider
InterCall is the new outside vendor that has been selected to replace the current AT&T Teleconference Service. Big cost savings with this new, state contracted, vendor. Please read the information on the attached link for this service and apply for an account today.
http://it.cc.stonybrook.edu/phones_tv/teleconferencing
Submitted by: Patricia Hoversen/DoIT
2. Graduate School Dean requesting nominations for Faculty & Staff Awards
The Graduate Council Awards Committee will be accepting nominations through Wednesday, February 25, 2009, for the following awards, Dean’s Award for Excellence in Graduate Teaching or Mentoring; Dean’s Award for Excellence as a Graduate Director and Dean's Award to Outstanding Graduate Coordinator. See the Graduate School website for complete eligibility requirements and full nomination procedures. Questions may be directed to Barbara Byrne at 632-7039.
http://www.grad.sunysb.edu/new/students/awards.shtml
Submitted by: Barbara Byrne/Grad
3. Mail Services U.S.P.S. Postage Update
On January 18, 2009, updated pricing for certain U.S. Postal Service mailing services went into effect. Among the targeted classes for these updates were Priority Mail and Express Mail. Please visit the Mail Services website @ www.stonybrook.edu/facilities/cs/mailservices for a link that details the specifics of these changes. Pricing updates for other USPS mailing services including First Class and Standard Mail are scheduled to be implemented in May 2009. We will notify the campus when the specifics of these updates is known.
Submitted by: Louise Melious/Admin
4. Stony Brook University - Premium Parking Spaces - Apply Now!
Did you know that Facilities & Services recently created a new premium parking lot at Stony Brook University?
Did you know that there are a limited number of premium parking permits still available?
Current SBU Faculty/Staff/Affiliates/GSEU members may join the waitlist in order to be considered to purchase a parking permit for the new Life Sciences 2 premium parking lot. This new lot is located next to the Computer/Life Sciences buildings and requires a Life Sciences 2 permit, which has an annual fee of $300.00. For more info, please visit: www.stonybrook.edu/parking
1.) Select "Parking Permits".
2.) On the Parking Permits page, please select either: Faculty, Staff, Affiliates or GSEU.
3.) Please scroll to the "Apply for a Parking Permit" section and follow the instructions.
For additional information, please visit Parking Services, 2nd Level, Administration Building. Thank you!
http://www.stonybrook.edu/parking
Submitted by: James O'Connor/Admin
02. Administrative - Hosp/HSC
1. ACGME Faculty Development Workshop
"Scholarly Oversight Committees: What, Where, and How?" by Janet Fischel, PhD on Tuesday, February 24, 2009 at 5:00-6:30 pm in the Dean's Conference Room, HSC, Level 4, Room 180.
By the end of the session, participants will be able to:
-Have guidelines for substantive scholarship oversight
-Describe and delineate key features of scholarship oversight for residency and fellowship training
-Describe different models of scholarship oversight and the contexts in which each might be be implemented
These workshops are specifically designed to assist in meeting the ACGME requirements for faculty development in key areas pertaining to teaching skills of educators. There is one session per month year round.
RSVP to 8-2005 or email caroline.lazzaruolo@stonybrook.edu
www.stonybrookmedicalcenter.org/facultyaffairs
Submitted by: Caroline Lazzaruolo/UHMC
2. The Hospital Benefits Office Has Moved
The Hospital Benefits Office has moved to 3 Technology Drive,Suite 100, Tech Park (same location as Hospital Human Resources). Our internal mail zip 9212 remains the same.
Our new telephone number is 444-4754 and our fax number has changed to 444-4724.
Submitted by: Cassandra Moore/UHMC
03. Workshops/Courses/Training
1. Immigration Options After Graduation for International Students
Do you qualify for OPT, AT, H-1B, O-1, J-1 status or a Green Card? What is the H-1B cap? Are you planning to graduate this year? Are you planning on obtaining employment after graduation?
Immigration Options After Graduation Workshop
Featuring Immigration Attorney
Philip Kleiner, Esq. Senior Partner Barst and Mukamal
Tuesday, February 24, 1:00 p.m. 3:00 p.m.
Student Activities Center Auditorium
http://www.grad.stonybrook.edu/International/Flyers/employaftergradfeb09.pdf
Submitted by: Joan Gumbs/Grad
2. TLT's Spring 2009 Faculty Enrichment Series
TLT is offering over 50 workshops this Spring
Topics include: assessment, pedagogy, and technology.
To see the comprehensive list of upcoming workshops & to register click below
https://tlt.stonybrook.edu/FacultyServices/FacDev/Workshops/Lists/Workshop%20Descriptions/Public%20noneditable.aspx
Submitted by: Diana Voss/DoIT
3. All Across the Galaxy: Searching Multiple Resources Simultaneously
The library's new combined search system, Galaxy, allows you to search up to 50 library resources simultaneously. Learn how to use Galaxy to quickly and effectively locate the information you need. Learn how to: Use Galaxy as a research and discovery tool; construct effective and productive searches in Galaxy; and navigate from citations in Galaxy to the full-text available elsewhere. Tuesday February 10 @ 1 PM, Classroom A, First Floor, Melville Library. Register @
http://www.stonybrook.edu/library/services/instruction/workshops.htm
.
Submitted by: Fiona Grady/Lib
4. EAP Lunchtime Learning: Affroding Senior Care:The VA Factor
Our Parents Served Our Country. Now We Can Serve Them. Find out how Military Veterans and their spouses can be assisted with their care costs with a special benefits program. Join us as Senior Care Professional, Ellen Gray, outlines the features of the Veteran’s Administration Aid and Attendance Program that will help ease the financial burden of caring for our aging mothers and fathers. She will assist in referring to agencies who specialize in navigating federal departments to gain access to this entitlement.
Guest Speaker: Ellen Gray, Director of Community Relations, Sunrise Senior Living
February 24, 2009, HSC, Classroom 155, 12:00-1:00pm
February 26, 2009, Wang Center, Room 301, 12:00-1:00pm
Submitted by: Allison Hinke/Pres
5. Finding Books, DVDs and more at SBU Libraries
STARS is Stony Brook’s online catalog of more than 2 million titles, including books, journals, DVDs, CDs, scores, etc. Learn how to: Find books, journals, DVDs and more: renew books online; and find Course Reserves and more. Wednesday, February 11 @ 4 PM. Classroom A, First Floor, Melville Library. Register @
http://www.stonybrook.edu/library/services/instruction/workshops.htm
.
Submitted by: Fiona Grady/Lib
6. Library Tour
Take a tour of the Melville Library’s main public service areas. Learn about our collections and services and get some freebies while you’re here. Meet us @ the Central Reading Room, Melville Library. All tours run about 30 minutes. Monday, February 9 @ 11:30 AM or
Wednesday, February 11 @ 5:30 PM. Register @
http://www.stonybrook.edu/library/services/instruction/workshops.htm
.
Submitted by: Fiona Grady/Lib
7. Get Your Learn On: Web Research 2.0
Web research is like juggling dynamite: done right it’s spectacular, done wrong it blows up in your face. Learn how to do it right: 10 rules for effective Web research; tools and applications for organizing and sharing research online; and top 5 Web research mistakes. Thursday, February 12 @ 2:30 PM. Classroom A, First Floor, Melville Library. Register @
http://www.stonybrook.edu/library/services/instruction/workshops.htm
.
Submitted by: Fiona Grady/Lib
8. Become a powerful presenter now! Seats are limited
Powerful Presentations
February 17, 2009 9:30am 12:30pm
Excellent ideas alone do not guarantee engaging and successful presentations! Success is determined by the combined impact of your words, voice and body language. You can deliver powerful, high-impact presentations by learning where to focus your effort and energy. This is a challenging, fast paced and experiential workshop.
Key Highlights:
Develop prominent delivery skills
Capture and hold listener attention
Connect with and focus on your listeners
Increase your comfort and confidence
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/wc0024
Submitted by: Lillian Valdez/Admin
9. You make a difference!Customer Service lunchtime learning workshop(1hr session)
February 06, 2009 12:00pm 1:00pm
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: Open to all on West Campus, South Campus, HSC, Manhattan and Southampton
Click below to register now!
http://naples.cc.sunysb.edu/training/hrclasses.nsf/wcll22
Submitted by: Lillian Valdez/Admin
10. Introduction to SharePoint Sites for your Course, Department or Research Team
Monday, February 9, 10am to 11:30am
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.
Please click on the link below to register for this workshop.
http://www.ic.sunysb.edu/binic/ClassForm.pl?CFN=0902091000;Mon.,%20Feb.%209;10:00am;11:30am;EASY%20Online%20Collaboration%20and%20Document%20Management:%20%20Introduction%20to%20SharePoint%20Sites%20for%20your%20Course,%20Department%20or%20Research%20Team;ITS%20101;Melville%20Library%20PC%20Classroom%20C1640%20B
Submitted by: Theresa Ogazon/DoIT
11. Getting assistance and resources to improve my teaching
Monday, February 9, 2:30pm to 4pm
Getting assistance and resources to improve my teaching: An overview of the Teaching, Learning + Technology departments services available to instructors.
TLT is the "one stop shopping" support organization for assistance, advice and resources designed to assist instructors. Whether it is new approaches to teaching, adopting new delivery techniques, dealing with difficult students, confidentially assessing course effectivness or adopting new technologies we are here to help you. This session will provide a broad overview by the Assistant Provost and Executive Director of TLT.
Please click on the link below to register for this workshop.
http://www.ic.sunysb.edu/binic/ClassForm.pl?CFN=0902091430;Mon.,%20Feb.%209;2:30pm;4:00pm;Getting%20assistance%20and%20resources%20to%20improve%20my%20teaching:%20An%20overview%20of%20the%20Teaching,%20Learning%20+%20Technology%20departments%20services%20available%20to%20instructors;TFC%20113;Melville%20Library%202nd%20Floor%20-%20Javits%20Room
Submitted by: Theresa Ogazon/DoIT
12. Office hours from the comfort of your home.
Tuesday, February 10, 11:30am to 1pm
An introduction to the web conferencing system, Adobe Connect. At the conclusion of this event you will be able to:
Give an introductory overview of Adobe Connect.
Explain how to configure a webcam and microphone.
Share Presentations and Applications.
Please click on the link below to register for this workshop.
http://www.ic.sunysb.edu/binic/ClassForm.pl?CFN=0902101130;Tue.,%20Feb.%2010;11:30am;1:00pm;Office%20hours%20from%20the%20comfort%20of%20your%20home;ET%20104;Melville%20Library%20PC%20Classroom%20C1640%20B
Submitted by: Theresa Ogazon/DoIT
13. Using classroom research techniques to enhance student learning and improve your teaching
Tuesday, February 10, 3pm to 4pm
You may have been thinking of doing some assessment to make sound decisions about how your run your course and deliver your course content but are unsure how you get started. In this workshop we will discuss what assessment is really about, and help you build up your confidence in conducting effective and sound assessment activities within your course.
Please click on the link below to register for this workshop.
http://www.ic.sunysb.edu/binic/ClassForm.pl?CFN=0902101500;Tue.,%20Feb.%2010;3:00pm;4:00pm;Using%20classroom%20research%20techniques%20to%20enhance%20student%20learning%20and%20improve%20your%20teaching;TFC%20109;Melville%20Library%20Directors%20Office%20-%20Large%20Conference%20Room%20W1503
Submitted by: Theresa Ogazon/DoIT
14. Will this be on the test - Confusion-Proof Your Syllabus
Thursday, February 12, 12:30pm to 2pm
Have you ever thought after a student’s obvious question about an assignment, Didn’t you read the syllabus? Chances are they didn’t. This workshop will demonstrate how to write an effective syllabus, including learning objectives, your expectations for students and course policies. Bring your syllabus to the workshop and we’ll review it collaboratively and assess how effective it is as a roadmap for your students to follow to successfully complete the course.
Please click on the link below to register for this workshop.
http://www.ic.sunysb.edu/binic/ClassForm.pl?CFN=0902121230;Thu.,%20Feb.%2012;12:30pm;2:00pm;Will%20this%20be%20on%20the%20test?%20%20Confusion-Proof%20Your%20Syllabus;TFC%20102;Melville%20Library%20Directors%20Office%20-%20Large%20Conference%20Room%20W1503
Submitted by: Theresa Ogazon/DoIT
15. Manage your courses online quickly and easily: Blackboard for beginners
Thursday, February 12, 1pm to 2:30pm
Consider this a crash course in Blackboard. This workshop is perfect for those who have never used Blackboard, or who need a refresher. First, we’ll demonstrate Blackboard and highlight some features. Then, you’ll be able to log into Blackboard and explore how it works.
Please click on the link below to register for this workshop.
http://www.ic.sunysb.edu/binic/ClassForm.pl?CFN=0902121300;Thu.,%20Feb.%2012;1:00pm;2:30pm;Manage%20your%20courses%20online%20quickly%20and%20easily:%20Blackboard%20for%20beginners;ITS%20102;Melville%20Library%20PC%20Classroom%20C1640%20B
Submitted by: Theresa Ogazon/DoIT
16. Make your PowerPoint presentations more engaging with youtube
Thursday, February 12, 3pm to 4:30pm
This workshop will cover the process of capturing and converting video from the popular video sharing site YouTube.com using free and open source software available on Microsoft Windows XP or Macintosh computers.
Please click on the link below to register for this workshop.
http://www.ic.sunysb.edu/binic/ClassForm.pl?CFN=0902121500;Thu.,%20Feb.%2012;3:00pm;4:30pm;Make%20your%20PowerPoint%20presentations%20more%20engaging%20with%20youtube%20%20;ET%20204;Melville%20Library%20PC%20Classroom%20C1640%20B
Submitted by: Theresa Ogazon/DoIT
17. Empower Yourself and Your Students: Teaching for Social Justice
Friday, February 13, 11am to 12pm
In this interactive workshop we will explore ways to raise and consider social justice issues in such a manner as to engage students with what may be difficult and personally challenging material.Topics include student cognitive and affective readiness, social identity development, how to provide emotional safety in the classroom, and valuing personal growth and change as a significant student learning outcomes.
Please click on the link below to register for this workshop.
http://www.ic.sunysb.edu/binic/ClassForm.pl?CFN=0902131100;Fri.,%20Feb.%2013;11:00am;12:00pm;Empower%20Yourself%20and%20Your%20Students:%20Teaching%20for%20Social%20Justice;TFC%20205;Javits%20Lecture%20Hall%202nd%20Floor%20Videoconferencing%20Room%20223
Submitted by: Theresa Ogazon/DoIT
05. Conferences/Seminars/Lectures
1. Biochemistry & Cell Biology Seminar: Thursday, February 12, 2009
You are cordially invited to attend a seminar given by Dr. Peter Rubenstein, a Professor in the Department of Biochemistry at the University of Iowa, entitled, "Characterization of Beta vs Gamma Actin and the Biochemical Effects of Deafness Causing Gamma-Actin Mutations". It will be held on Thursday, February 12, 2009, in room 038, Life Sciences Building, at 4:00pm. Hosted by Dr. Nisson Schechter.
Submitted by: Dianna Berger/CAS
2. Provost's Lecture Series hosting 2 talks
The first lecture of the Spring 09 Provost’s Lecture Series with Dr. Stephen C. Stearns, Edward P. Bass Professor of Ecology and Evolutionary Biology at Yale University, is in honor of Darwin Day 2009. Dr. Stearns will present his lecture, Major Themes in Evolutionary Medicine, on Friday, February 13, 2009 at 7:30 p.m. in the Student Activities Center Ballroom A.
Our second lecture will be presented by Dr. Philip Uri Treisman, Professor of Mathematics and Executive Director of the Charles A. Dana Center at the University of Texas at Austin. His lecture entitled, On Innovation in American Mathematics Education, will be held on Tuesday, February 17, 2009 at 4:00 p.m. in the Student Activities Center Auditorium.
Seating for these lectures is limited and on a first come first serve basis.
http://www.stonybrook.edu/sb/provlec
Submitted by: Janine Pearce/Prov
3. Chemistry Department
On Thursday, February 12, 2009 Dr. Jin Montclare from Polytechnic Institute of New York University will be holding a seminar entitled, "Tailoring Bio-Inspired Macromolecules." in Room 412 in the Chemistry Dept. Bldg. from 4:00pm.-6:00pm.
http://www.poly.edu/faculty/montclarejinkim/index.php
Submitted by: Lizandia Perez/Admin
4. Neuroscience Seminar Series
On Thursday, February 12, at Noon in Room 038 of the Life Sciences Building, the Department of Neurobiology & Behavior will be hosting a seminar. Peter W. Baas, PhD, Professor of Neurobiology and Anatomy at Drexel University College of Medicine, will be giving a talk on Neuronal Microtubules Cut and Run: Implications for Development and Disease.
Host: Professor Maurice Kernan, 632-9964
Coffee at 11:45 am
Submitted by: Diane Godden/CAS
5. Ecology and Evolution Seminar "Why the Cactus, An Historical Perspective on a Major Evolutionary Innovation"
3:30 P.M., Wednesday, February 11, 2009, Life Sciences Building, Room 038. Dr. Erika Edwards, Dept. of Ecology & Evolutionary Biology, Brown University. Host: Dr. Geeta Bharathan. If you need a disability-related accommodation, please call: The Department of Ecology & Evolution at (631) 632-8600.
Submitted by: Martha Nolan/CAS
6. Topics in Atmospheric and Oceanic Sciences Seminar
Please join us for a seminar by Professor Scott M. McLennan from Stony Brook University's Department of Geosciences. Professor McLennan's seminar entitled, "The Sedimentary Rock Cycle on Mars and its Astrobiological Implications" will be presented on Wednesday, February 11, at 12:00 noon at the School of Marine and Atmospheric Sciences, Endeavour Hall 120 (South Campus). Light refreshments will be served. For additional information, please contact the Institute for Terrestrial and Planetary Atmospheres at 632-8009.
http://atmos.msrc.sunysb.edu
Submitted by: Gina Gartin/MSRC
7. Biomedical Engineering Seminar Series Lecture
Muscle and Blood: Computer Simulation of the Beating Heart
Charles Peskin, Ph.D., Professor, Courant Institute of Mathematical Sciences, New York University, New York, New York
Wednesday, February 11, 2009
Harold Atkins Learning Center
HSC Level 4
4:00 PM
Submitted by: Anne Marie Dusatko/UHMC
8. Varieties of Psychiatric Experience: Introducing the Icarus Project and Campus Icarus, February 9, 4-6PM, Humanities Institute (Humanities 1008)
This talk considers the deeply connected issues of narrative identification, the varieties of mental health approaches, the rise of neurochemical selves, and the problem of pharmaceutical influence in psychiatry. We introduce the radical creative initiatives that the Icarus Project has developed to respond to these issues. In particular we focus our talk on the setting of college mental health and the recent interventions of Campus Icarus.
Bradley Lewis MD, PhD has dual training in humanities and medicine (specializing in psychiatry). He writes and teaches at the interface of medicine, psychiatry, humanities, cultural studies, and disability studies.
Annie Robinson is a senior at New York University's Gallatin School of Individualized Study concentrating in narrative approaches to mental difference.
Reception to follow.
Submitted by: Colleen Wallahora/CAS
9. The School of Journalism Presents, "My Life As... an investigative producer"
Come hear Dan Slepian, from NBC News Dateline and Stony Brook University alum, (’92) discuss Murder at the Palladium, the riveting story of a television investigation that led to the release of two men, after 14 years in prison, wrongly-convicted of murder. Watch the Dateline story and hear from Slepian about his experience producing the project. Monday, February 9th in the SAC Auditorium at 8:00PM.
http://www,stonybrook.edu/journalism
Submitted by: Jennifer Carlino/Prov
10. School of Marine and Atmospheric Sciences Friday Colloquium Series - SoMAS
Please join us for an Oceans and Atmospheric Colloquium by Alan Blumberg of Center for Maritime Systems at Stevens Institute of Technology. His seminar entitled; "The Urban Ocean Observatory - Observations and Forecasting in New York and New Jersey Waters Will be presented on Friday, February 13, 2009 at 12:00 noon at the School of Marine and Atmospheric Sciences in Endeavour Hall 120 (South Campus).
Submitted by: Chester Frost/MSRC
11. Dr. Jared Farmer (Dept. of History) will present a talk in the Humanities Institute's Faculty Lecture Series
The Humanities Institute's faculty lecture series hosts Dr. Jared Farmer, Department of History, on February 11th at 4:30PM in room 1008 of Humanities. Dr. Farmer will present the following talk:
The Immigration and Naturalization of Eucalypts to California.
Series coordinators are Dr. E. Ann Kaplan, Distinguished Professor of English and Comparative Literary and Cultural Studies; Director, Humanities Institute at Stony Brook; Past President, The Society for Cinema and Media Studies and Dr. John Lutterbie, Associate Director, Humanities Institute and Associate Professor, Theatre Arts. Reception to follow
http://www.sunysb.edu/humanities
Submitted by: Ann Berrios/CAS
12. Colloquium, Department of Physics and Astronomy
James Simon , Founder, Director, President & CEO, Renaissance Technologies, Setauket NY
"Mathematics, Common Sense, and Good Luck"
Tuesday, February 10, 2009
Harriman 137
Coffee and tea served at 3:45 pm
Talk begins at 4:15 pm
All are welcome.
http://astro.sunysb.edu/mzingale/colloquia/
Submitted by: Meigan Aronson/CAS
06. Hosp/HSC Conferences/Seminars/Lectures
1. Department of Physiology and Biophysics Seminar
Wednesday, February 11, 2009, at noon
"Disorders of Carbohydrate Metabolism: Unraveling the Branches of Lafora and Cori's Disease"
Alan Cheng, Ph.D., Life Sciences Institute, University of Michigan
Location: Basic Science Tower, T-5, Room 140
Host: Faculty Search Committee
http://www.pnb.sunysb.edu/
Submitted by: Robin Green/UHMC
2. Pharmacological Sciences Notice
Monday, February 9, 2009 at 12:00pm
Speaker: Damon Love ,Graduate Student, Faculty/Student Workshop
Title: Altered Lung Morphogenesis and Function in Chibby Null Mice
Host: Dr.Ken Takemaru
Location:Basic Science Tower Level 8-Seminar Room-180
Tuesday, February 10, 2009 at 12:00pm
Speaker: Dr. Sabine Brouxhon, Dept of Emergency Medicine/Pharmacological Sciences
Title: Mechanism(s) for E-cadherin degradation in UV-induced skin cancers
Host:Dr. Michael Frohman
Location:Basic Science Tower Level 8-Seminar Room-180
http://www.pharm.stonybrook.edu
Submitted by: Rosalind Perdomo-Ayala/UHMC
3. NIH General Clinical Research Center Department Of Medicine Seminar Serie
Evaluating VA Cardiac Surgery Program Effectiveness
A. Laurie W. Shroyer, Ph.D., M.S.H.A., Professor of Preventive Medicine, Division of Evaluative Sciences, Graduate Program in Public Health
Friday, February 27, 2009
HSC T16, Room 025
Refreshments begin at 3:45pm
Seminar begins at 4:00pm
Submitted by: Diane Ruenes/UHMC
07. Charitable
1. Food Drive Month-February 2009
The Stony Brook HSC Chapter of UUP will be conducting a food drive from February 2 to March 2, 2009. Red and white collection boxes will be placed at various locations in the Long Island State Veterans
Home, University Hospital, Health Sciences Center, the Cancer Center, the Ambulatory Surgery Center and Tech Park Building 31 to collect nonperishable food items, toiletries, etc. Proceeds will benefit many local food banks, outreach offices and charitable programs. These are trying times for many, including some of our own SUNY co-workers. Please consider donating as much as possible during this winter food drive. Cash and check donations will be accepted outside the UUP SB HSC office during lunch hours on Wednesdays during the month of February. For further information contact UUP/HSC at 4-1505.
Submitted by: Sharon Hines/Affl
08. Culture & Entertainment
1. Department of Campus Recreation Ski Trip - Okemo Moutain
The Department of Campus Recreation will offering a ski trip to Okemo Moutain, in Ludlow, Vermont on Sunday, February 22,2009. This trip will have limited seating for faculty/staff and their families. Departure time will be approximately 4:00am at the SAC Loop and will return to campus at approximately 8:00pm. The Cost of the trip is $90.00 for Adults, $79.00 for Young Adults (ages 13-18), $71.00 for children (ages 7 12). Price includes all-day lift ticket and round trip transportation from Stony Brook University to Okemo Mountain. Ski rental is an extra $32.00. Please contact Marie Turchiano, Associate Director of Campus Recreation for more information or to learn how to register for this event at 632-4145.
Submitted by: Marie Turchiano/CAS
2. Staller Center Art Gallery to Feature Graduate Student Work
Work by six graduate students of fine arts will be exhibited in the University Art Gallery in the Staller Center from Saturday, February 7 through Saturday, February 28. The "MFA Thesis Exhibition 2009" includes paintings, drawings, photographs, and mixed media and electronic media installations. Gallery hours are Tuesday through Friday, 12-4pm and Saturday, 7-9pm. A reception honoring the artists will be held on Saturday, February 14, 7-9pm. Admission to the exhibition and the reception is free. For more information, please call 632-7240.
Submitted by: Rhonda Cooper/CAS
3. D'Lo: Reflections & Rambles While Relevating Revolutionaries
Wednesday, February 11, 7:00 pm, Wang Theater
With biting insight, D'Lo, a Tamil Sri-Lankan American, props an uncompromisingly hilarious mirror to the stereotypes of South Asian culture, American life, and challenges misconceptions about sexual orientation and queer lifestyles in a performance that has been inspiring audiences on college campuses throughout the United States. Described as a "jolt of creative and comedic energy," this political theatre artist/writer and music producer uses Hip-Hop to form the foundation for creative activism, which D'Lo has shared with diverse youth as a teaching artist.
Tickets: $25 for VIP; $15 for general admission; $10 for students/seniors
Please call (631) 632-4400 or e-mail wangcenter@stonybrook.edu to reserve your tickets.
http://www.stonybrook.edu/wang
Submitted by: Jennifer Iacona/Pres
4. Center for Italian Studies Book Fair, Saturday,February 21, 10-Noon.
Center for Italian Studies Book Fair, Saturday, February 21, 10 a.m. to Noon. All are invited to come for coffee: espresso, cappuccino/ confections and make selections from among the many books and periodicals published by the Center for Italian Studies. We are having to downsize our archival holdings. Donations for items selected will be most appreciated and applied toward the Center's endowed fellowship fund for graduate study in Italian or Italian American Studies at Stony Brook. Location: Center for Italian Studies Meeting Room, Stony Brook University's Frank Melville Memorial Library, Room E4340. Call 631-632-7444 for additional information.
Submitted by: Josephine Fusco/CAS
5. Magical Musical Mega Shabbat!
Registration is now live for the Magical Musical Mega Shabbat being held throughout the weekend of March 13th. Join the students for a magical weekend of good food, great entertainment and more. Proceeds all benefit the Shabbat program throughout the year. For more information call Jill at 631-632-6565 or email her at jill.zucker@stonybrook.edu Payment can be made directly via the link below.
http://www.stonybrook.edu/hillel
Submitted by: Jill Zucker/Admin
6. The Humanities Institute's Point of View Cinema Film and Discussion Series February 17 7PM Theatre Three
The Humanities Institute's Point of Vew Cinema Film and Discussion Series presents the Visitor 2/17 7PM at Theatre Three 412 Main Street Port Jefferson NY. The Visitor is from the makers of Sideways and The Station Agent. This acclaimed film concerns a college professor who comes home one day to find a young couple living in his apartment. Discussion hosted by Adrian Perez Melgosa, Department of Hispanic Languages and Literature. Point of View Cinema is supported by the New York Council for The Humanities, Suffolk County Office of Cultural Affairs, Greater Port Jefferson and Northern Brookhaven Arts Council. This series is curated by Kelly DeVine and John Lutterbie.
http://www.sunysb.edu/humanities
Submitted by: Ann Berrios/CAS
7. PINK ZONE - Women's Basketball game for Breast Cancer Awareness
Join the staff and students from main campus, the hospital and Tech Park a we celebrate breast cancer awareness and honor breast cancer survivors. Tickets are 2 for $5 if you are wearing pink (and we'll supply the pink ribbon!) Breast cancer awareness literature will be available and a special performance by National Champion SPARKLERS, competitive baton twirling team.
Tuesday, February 17 7 PM SB Gymnasium
Submitted by: Linda Bily/UHMC
8. Stony Brook Opera at the Tabler Center for the Arts, Culture and Humanities
Stony Brook Opera and Stony Brook Baroque Players are please to announce a repeat performance of the program of Roman and Neapolitan Baroque Music that will first be given at the Recital Hall on Friday, February 13 at 8 pm. The repeat performance will take place at the Tabler Center for the Arts, Culture, and Humanities on Sunday, February 15, 2009 at 3 pm. The program features instrumental works by Alessandro Scarlatti and Francesco Durante, as well as stagings of Carissimi's Jephte and Provenzale's Dialoghi, with projected titles in English and visual imagery. Arthur Haas and David Lawton conduct the program, which will be performed on period instruments. The event is free of charge.
Submitted by: David Lawton/CAS
9. Seawolves Basketball: Men's Hoops vs. Albany-Thursday, February 12th at 7PM Televised LIVE on MSG Plus!
Stony Brook Seawolves fans don't forget to reserve your seat for Thursday, February 12th at 7PM as Men's Basketball takes on Albany! The game will be televised live on MSG +.
$5 for all Faculty/Staff and free for all Students with a Stony Brook ID card.
For more information on how to purchase tickets call 631-632-WOLF or visit the Athletics website at www.GoSeawolves.org. Wear Red and show your pride!
http://goseawolves.cstv.com/tickets/ston-ticketing.html
Submitted by: Andrea Lebedinski/Pres
10. Stony Brook University Seawolves Host National Girls and Women in Sports Day Multi- Sport Youth Clinic -Saturday February 14th 11AM!
On February 14th, 2009, at 11 a.m., Stony Brook University Athletics will host National Girls and Women's in Sports Day!
All boys & girls 6-11 are invited to interact with several Seawolves teams in a multi-sport youth clinic.
Cost is $5 - Includes lunch and admission to the 2PM Women's Basketball game vs. Binghamton!
For more information, please contact Jordan Vardell at 631-632-9556 or by e-mail at john.vardell@stonybrook.edu.
http://goseawolves.cstv.com/genrel/013009aaa.html
Submitted by: Andrea Lebedinski/Pres
11. Seawolves Tennis Family Fun Fest
Join us on Saturday, March 21, 2009, 6:00 pm 9:30 pm
Eastern Athletic Tennis Club, Blue Point, NY
$75 Family Funfest price includes: tennis clinic, court time, gift bag and light food
$30 Lounge Lovers price includes: gift bag and light food
Please RSVP by March 14
Susan Abbott, Coordinator of Events, 632.4647, Susan.Abbott@stonybrook.edu
Submitted by: Susan Abbott/Pres
12. The Puppini Sisters at Staller Center, Saturday, February 14 at 8 pm
The Puppini Sisters sing big band classics and modern interpretations in close harmony. The group sold out 14 nights at the legendary Oak Room in New York City! A perfect treat for Valentine's Day. Tickets $34 with discounts available at the Staller Center Box Office. Open Monday to Saturday, 12 noon to 6:00 pm.
http://www.stallercenter.com
Submitted by: Julie Greene/CAS
13. Music legend Graham Parker in intimate setting of The University Cafe Sunday, February 15th 2 P.M.
Graham Parker in as intimate a setting as you will ever see him in. Only one hundred seats for this very special event.
For thirty years, Parker has written outstanding songs with sharp, wry and sometimes cynical lyrics. From his late 70's days with The Rumour (with songs like "Heat Treatment," "Watch The Moon Come Down" and "Mercury Poisoning") through his 2007 CD
Don't Tell Columbus, which critics hail as one of his best records ever, Parker combines his love of blues, r&b, soul, and reggae with the sharp commentary of the British punk environment from which he initially emerged.
And with songs like "Love Gets You Twisted" in his extensive catalogue, he's a natural for our annual "Valentine's Day is Over" show.
Advance sale through February 12th at www.universitycafe.org for $30.00. Tickets at the door (if available) $35.00
information: e-mail SundayStreetWUSB@aol.com
http://www.universitycafe.org
Submitted by: Charles Backfish/CAS
14. Free Trip: African Burial Ground, Celebrate Black History Month, South Street Seaport NYC. Saturday, Feb. 21st. 9:00am to 5pm
Join us in celebration of Black History Month, Dr. Cash of the AFS Dept. would like to invite you to visit the African Burial Ground National Monument, South Street Seaport, NYC. Explore the dark period in America's history. This sacred site give voice to the free and enslaved African men, women & children who lived and died in NY in the 17th & 18th centuries and greatly contributed to the growth of America. This monument memorializes the struggles of Africans forcefully brought here and others of slavery segragation and discrimination. Trip includes tour of the museum given by an alumni of SBU, films and art exhibit. Free transportation and admission, all welcome. Seating is limited. For information call: (631)632-3238 or 761-5926. For reservation e-mail: Evelyn.Flores@stonybrook.edu
Submitted by: Evelyn Flores/OSA
09. For-Pay Workshops/Courses
1. Managing Data with Access
NCE 317 - 5 sessions - Fee: $259
This course offers an introduction to the most widely used database management program. An integral and powerful part of the Microsoft Office suite, Access aids budget managers,accountants, and office managers by efficiently organizing customer and inventory nformation. Topics include how to create databases, forms, filters and reports.
Prerequisite: Introduction to Windows or equivalent experience.
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 632-7071
10% discount for University employees, Spouses and Students. CSEA LEAP Vouchers accepted
Section G: Mondays; 1:30-4:30pm; March 30; April 6, 13, 20 & 27, 2009
Submitted by: Amy Margolies/Prov
2. Microsoft PowerPoint
NCE 318 - 5 sessions - Fee: $259
Creating Dynamic Presentations with PowerPoint. A must for sales professionals, trainers, teachers and business presenters, this course demonstrates how to create
and combine text and graphics for professional-looking business presentations. Learn to create your own slide presentation in a minimum amount of time.
Prerequisite: Introduction to Windows or equivalent experience.
Required Text: Microsoft Office PowerPoint 2007 Step-By-Step (ISBN # 0735623015) Cost of text not included
Section D: Mondays, 6pm-9pm; March 2, 9, 16, 23 & 30, 2009
10% discount University employees and students, CSEA LEAP Vouchers accepted
Visit our website at
http://www.stonybrook.edu/spd/computer
for complete certificate information, course descriptions and registration or email amy.margolies@stonybrook.edu
Submitted by: Amy Margolies/Prov
3. Bartending Class
A complete introduction to mix drinks and liquors as well as bars management. In-class practice (using simulated liquors), lectures, and demos. A popular and useful entertainment course. Includes book and certificate. Six Wed, begins 2/18; 7pm-9pm. $80/SB students, $95/SB faculty/staff, $105/Community Members. Pre-registration is required. For registration/brochure, go to www.stonybrook.edu/craftcenter or call 632-6822 The Craft Center is located in Union Lower level room 049. Craft Center Class Registration has begun. Gift certificates available!
http://www.stonybrook.edu/craftcenter
Submitted by: Janice Costanzo/OSA
4. Improve Comedy Workshop
Build self confidence, improve your public speaking skills, and overcome stage fright. In this exciting class, students will explore basic skills such as teamwork, focusing, listening, reacting, acceptance, scene work and trust. Each week we’ll play different improv games as seen on the TV show Whose Line is it Anyway? No experience necessary. Bring to class your imagination! Six Tues, begins 2/17 (no class 3/17); 7pm9:30pm; $70/SB students, $90/SB faculty/staff, $105/Community Members; Union Ballroom. Pre-registration is required. For registration/brochure, go to www.stonybrook.edu/craftcenter or call 632-6822 The Craft Center is located in Union Lower level room 049. Craft Center Class Registration has begun. Gift certificates available!
http://www.stonybrook.edu/craftcenter
Submitted by: Janice Costanzo/OSA
5. Digital Camera Basics
Digital camera basics
Today’s digital cameras are packed full of features. Explore those features and various photographic techniques that will help you become a better photographer. Demonstrations, examples and hands on practice. All levels welcome! Bring your camera and owner’s manual to class.SEC A-Two Mon, 2/23, 3/2; 6pm8pm. SEC B-Two Tues, 3/3,10; 7pm-9pm. $35/SB students, $50/SB faculty/staff, $55/Community Members; Photo Lab 062. Pre-registration is necessary. The Crafts Center classes are non-credit, low cost and open to the public. Gift certificates available.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
6. Knitting Classes at the Craft Center
Knitting Crash Course: You CAN learn the basics of knitting in just one shot! In class students will knit small samples to start and begin a scarf. After this class you will be able to knit many projects on your own. SEC A-Begins Tues, 2/17; SEC B-Begins Mon, 2/23; 7pm-9:30pm.
Knitting Beyond Basics: Already know how to cast on, knit, purl and bind off? Ready for more? This class covers increasing, decreasing, knitting in the round and how to change yarns all while working on a project of your choice. *Additional Supply Fee of $15 (needles & yarn) due at registration or ask for supply list. Two Tues, 3/24, 31; 7pm-9:30pm. Pre-registration is required. For registration/brochure, go to www.stonybrook.edu/craftcenter or call 632-6822. The Craft Center is located in Union Lower level room 049. Craft Center Class Registration has begun. Gift certificates available!
http://www.stonybrook.edu/craftcenter
Submitted by: Janice Costanzo/OSA
7. Interconnecting Cisco Network Devices
This course is the standard CCNA preparation course for new CISCO test #640-802. The overall objective of the course is to cover all the topics required by the CCNA test.
The principles of Architecture Layering (OSI's reference Model), Multiplexing and Encapsulation and IP addressing (subnetting) are discussed in detail. TCP/IP, IPX, PPP, ISDN and frame Relay Protocols are covered.
Network Equiptment such as repeaters, bridges, routers, hubs and switches are studied in detail. Interconnecting and configuring networking equipment such as Cisco's 2500 and 2600 series routers, 1900 and 2900 catalysts switches are studied.
We will cover how to design networks using VLANS on the above mentioned equipment; students will perform labs on Real Cisco Networking equipment.
10 Sessions: Tuition: $1766 (required text included)
Section A: Wednesdays, 6-9:30pm; March 11, 18, 25; April 1, 15, 22, 29; May 6, 13 & 20, 2009
http://www.stonybrook.edu/spd/computer
Submitted by: Amy Margolies/Prov
8. Drawing and Painting Classes at the Craft Center
Drawing for the Beginner: If you can hold a pencil, you can learn to draw! To make your drawings look more realistic, you must first learn to quiet the dominant left side of the brain and let the creative right side take charge. No Experience required. Five Thurs, begins 2/12, 7-9pm.
Art of Painting: Begin to create paintings that are visually exciting. Experiment with mixed media, though acrylic as the primary medium is encouraged. Class will review fundamental painting techniques of color, plane, value, texture, and depth while painting directly from observation. For beginners and returning students. Six Mon, begins 2/16; 7pm9pm. Pre-registration is required. For registration/brochure, go to www.stonybrook.edu/craftcenter or call 632-6822 The Craft Center is located in Union Lower level room 049. Craft Center Class Registration has begun. Gift certificates available!
http://www.stonybrook.edu/craftcenter
Submitted by: Janice Costanzo/OSA
9. Defensive Driving Program for UUP Members
A NYSUT sponsored Defensive Driving program is being offered on Tuesday and Thursday, April 7 & 9, 2009 from 6:00PM to 9:00PM both nights in the Wang Center Room 201, 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. 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
10. Research
1. Are you currently depressed or were you depressed in the past
You may be eligible for a research study! We are looking for volunteers between the ages of 18 65 to participate in a research study on depression and brain functioning. This study involves 1 lab visit (about 3 hours) for a clinical interview and an electroencephalogram (EEG) recording to look at your brain activity while performing a number of tasks and 1 phone interview 6 months later that lasts about 1 hour. You will be paid up to $110 for completing the study. If interested, contact Doreen at: (631) 632-7843 or at Caplab.Depression@gmail.com. Department of Psychology, Stony Brook University.
Submitted by: Diane Ruenes/UHMC
2. Treatment Study for Behavioral Control Problems for Boys and Girls
Children 6 to 12 Years Old Stony Brook University’s Division of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry is conducting a study supported by the National Institute of Health of treatment steps for children, ages 6 12, who have attention deficit hyperactivity disorder and other behavioral control problems such as aggressiveness, explosiveness and low frustration tolerance. Eligible children receive free evaluation and study treatment, including medication and help with behavioral support strategies.
For further information, please call Ashley Conway at (631) 632-8317.
Submitted by: Diane Ruenes/UHMC
3. Do You Have Heart Failure
Adults diagnosed with heart failure are invited to participate in a symptom monitoring study. The study is testing an educational method to help patients monitor their heart failure symptoms. If qualified to participate, questionnaires about your medical history, symptoms, self-care, and quality of life will be completed. Participants are followed for one year by telephone (15-20 minute interviews 1, 3, 6, and 12 months after enrollment). All participants will be given a weight scale to keep and a booklet on heart failure self-care. You will be paid $20 at both 6 and 12 months if you complete the telephone interviews. For further information or to schedule an appointment, please call:
Dr. Corrine Jurgens - 631-444-3236 or Karen Kelleher - 631-444-1299
Submitted by: Diane Ruenes/UHMC
4. Study For Children 6-12 Years-Old With Behavioral Control Problems
Stony Brook University’s Division of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry is conducting a study supported by the National Institute of Health of treatment steps for children, ages 6-12, who have attention deficit hyperactivity disorder and other behavioral control problems such as aggressiveness, explosiveness and low frustration tolerance. Eligible children receive free evaluation and study treatment, including medication and help with behavioral support strategies. For further information, please call Ashley Conway at (631) 632-8317.
Submitted by: Ashley Conway/UHMC
5. Seeking Volunteers With Cystic Fibrosis
Seeking volunteers with cystic fibrosis 18 years of age or older to participate in a 28 week research study to examine the efficacy of IGF-1 treatment to maintain or improve body weight and composition.
This Study is Being Conducted at the General Clinical Research Center (GCRC)
For More Information, Please Call 631 444-6900
Submitted by: Diane Ruenes/UHMC
6. Chinese American Women Sought for Survey Study
Participate in a Survey Study and Earn $
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
11. Miscellaneous
1. Humanities Institute's Undergraduate Awards
Undergraduate Students majoring in any of the humanities, arts or lettered social sciences are encouraged to apply for the Humanities Institute at Stony Brook Undergraduate Awards. There are two kinds of awards. Individual awards come with a $250 stipend, while Group awards carry a prize of $1,000. Past awards have gone to:
Group Award: Belief: Jehovah Witnesses in the 21 st Century Group Award: Farmingville Revisited: Immigration on Long Island Individual Award: Disability Studies
Individual Award: How to Leave an Abusive Relationship
Individual Award: "The Digital Spectacle: How Visual Effects Have Changed American Cinema"
Application forms are available on the HISB website: www.sunysb.edu/humanities . They are due February 26, 2009.
All complete applications will be evaluated by a board of faculty associated with Humanities Institute.
Questions? Contact Ann Berrios at (631) 632-9983 or at Ann. Berrios@sunysb.edu
http://www.sunysb.edu/humanities
Submitted by: Ann Berrios/CAS
2. Great Gifts for Valentine's Day at the Seawolves MarketPlace!
Chocolates, candy, stuffed animals and gifts available for your sweetheart or friend. Large selection of ipods, accessories and Stony Brook gear. The store also carries jewelry, men's silk neckties and ladies silk scarfs. Located in the Student Activities Center. 20% off all plush
Submitted by: Angela Agnello/FSA
3. UUP Annual Dinner Dance
All UUP Members are cordially invited to the UUP Annual Dinner Dance. It will be held on Saturday, March 14, 2009 from 7:00 PM to 11:00 PM at the Meadow Club in Port Jefferson Station. Enjoy a Sit Down Dinner, DJ Music, Dancing and Door Prizes. There will be soda, coffee and tea and a cash bar. ALL THIS FOR ONLY $30.00 PER PERSON. Please RSVP prior to March 4, 2009 to Corinne Burns, Chapter Assistant West Campus at 2-6570 or to Sharon Hines, Chapter Assistant HSC at 4-1505.
Submitted by: Corinne Burns/Affl
4. Funding Opportunities for Graduate Students,Deadline is Feb 25, 2009
The Graduate Council Awards Committee will be accepting nominations through Wednesday, February 25, 2009, for the following awards: President's Award to Distinguished Doctoral Students; President's Award for Excellence in Teaching by a Doctoral Student.
In addition advanced doctoral students may be eligible for the Weisinger Dissertation Award, Fusco Fellowship, and/or the Faculty-Staff Dissertation Award.
See the Graduate School website for complete eligibility requirements and full nomination procedures. Questions may be directed to Barbara Byrne at 632-7039.
http://www.grad.sunysb.edu/new/students/awards.shtml
Submitted by: Barbara Byrne/Grad
5. University PreSchool Registration Is Now Open!
The University PreSchool is now registering new children. For the past thirty years, the PreSchool has been serving children from 20 months through five years of age. We are located on the first floor of the Social Behavioral Sciences building. Call 632-7868 for further information.
Submitted by: Jan Kavazanjian/CAS
6. UUP Individual Development Award
Once again United University Professions and the State of New York are offering Individual Development Awards to assist eligible UUP employees to develop their full professional potential and to prepare for advancement. Funding may be provided for enhancing teaching, research capabilities and improving professional knowledge and skills. The maximum possible award is $1000. Funding for the program covers eligible projects between July 1, 2008 and June 30, 2009. Complete Guidelines, Application and Budget Summary can be found at
http://www.uup.lmc.state.ny.us/development/individual.html
or at the UUP Chapter Office. All applications must be submitted to the UUP Chapter Office no later than 3:00 pm March 2, 2009. For more information please contact Corinne at UUP (63)2-6570
Submitted by: Corinne Burns/Affl
7. Honora Pearls, Lottery and More at new SBUMC Gift Shop
The new and expanded Gift Shop in the hospital lobby now has internationally renowned Honora Pearls, Webkinz, New York State Lottery, newspapers and all that your heart might desire. Stop by and say hello. We are open Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. and Saturday and Sunday from 11:00 am. To 8:00 p.m.
Submitted by: Patricia O'Brien/UHMC
8. Valentine's Dinner at the J Club
Bring your Valentine to Jasmine for a special Valentine's all you can eat buffet dinner featuring seven delicious entrees, appetizer, dessert and beverage all for only $15.95 per person. Each couple will also receive a rose and candy treat free of charge.
Submitted by: Dawn Villacci/FSA
9. Valentine's Day Sale at Gift Shop
We are holding an outdoor sale at the hospital's new Gift Shop starting Wednesday, February 11 through Saturday, February 14.
Fresh bouquets, candy hearts, picture frames and much more will be sold. We are featuring bracelets, earrings, necklaces and pendants of Honora Pearls as advertised on QVC for our ladies and young ladies.
Submitted by: Patricia O'Brien/UHMC
10. Studio 97 is Opened! come visit us in the Student Union Basement RM 043
We are Opened, & Booking Appointments! or if you prefer, walk-ins are always welcomed. We Cut, Color, Perm, Relax, Wash & Set, Wash & Blow, Braid, Conrows, Foil, Up-Do's. NAIL CARE-Natural Nail Manicuring, Gel Enhancments(Acrylics), Wraps,(Coming Soon-Pedicures/Waxing) Salon Hours are Mon, Thurs & Friday-10am-5:30pm Tues & Wed-12pm-8pm For any information Call 632-6432 or Email @ Studioo97@Aol.com You can also View the Salon on Facebook Studio 97 under Maria Castrogivanni
Submitted by: Maria Castrogivanni/FSA