Campus Announcements for the week of 06/22/2009
Table of Contents
01. Administrative
1. Research News for June 2009 from the Office of the Vice President for Research (OVPR)
2. Important Information Regarding Campus Catering
3. Procurement Satellite Office Closure
4. Deer Park Water Service
04. Hospital Workshops/Training
1. ACGME Faculty Development Workshop: "Evidence Based Medicine & Journal Clubs"
05. Conferences/Seminars/Lectures
1. Chemistry Department
2. Ecology and Evolution Dissertation Defense
06. Hosp/HSC Conferences/Seminars/Lectures
1. Exciting Professional Development opportunity for Assistant Professors
07. Charitable
1. The 3rd Annual Paul Simons Memorial Bike Ride
2. SBU Cat Network Has Kittens!
08. Culture & Entertainment
1. 14th Annual Stony Brook Film Festival at Staller Center this summer
2. 2009-2010 Seawolves All-Sports Pass!
3. Wellness Center Summer Specials - Discounted Membership Packages
4. Camp Seawolf
5. Community Yoga at the Wang Center with Elizabeth Heifferon
6. Stony Brook University Baseball Camps 2009
7. The Summer Camp at Stony Brook University
8. Campus Recreation Kayak Trips
9. DigiGirlz High Tech Camp at Stony Brook University
10. Campus Recreation trip to Citi Field to see the Mets
09. For-Pay Workshops/Courses
1. Creating Dynamic Presentations with PowerPoint
2. Pottery on the Wheel Classes
3. Drawing Class at the Craft Center
4. Introduction to Microsoft Word
5. Digital Camera Basics Class
6. Introduction to Microsoft Excel
7. Microsoft Office BootCamp for Kids
8. Hand Built Textured Vessel Ceramic Class
9. Painting Workshop
10. Improv Comedy Workshop
11. Knitting and Beaded Jewelry Making Classes
12. Foundations of Accounting Methods
10. Research
1. Does Your Child Have ADHD and Severe Problems with Aggression?
2. Do You Have Osteoarthritis of The Joint at the Base of Your Thumb?
3. Do You Have Chronic Fatigue
4. Take Part In Clinical Research Studies
5. Are You Obese? Do You Want To Learn More About How Your Metabolism May Put You At Risk For Diabetes?
6. Treatment Study for Behavioral Control Problems for Boys and Girls
7. Efficacy and Safety of VICRIVIROC in HIV-Infected Treatment Naive Subjects
8. Seeking Healthy Individuals Ages 18-40 to participate in a research study on the Absorption of Levothyroxine
11. Miscellaneous
1. Starbucks Reopens Monday, June 15th
2. Ashley Schiff Park Preserve Fitness and Nature Walk
01. Administrative
1. Research News for June 2009 from the Office of the Vice President for Research (OVPR)
Stony Brook University Research News for June 2009 (Volume 9, Issue 10) is now available at:
http://www.stonybrook.edu/research/news/RN/resnew090609.shtml
http://www.stonybrook.edu/research/news/RN/resnew090609.shtml
Submitted by: Kathleen Green/Res
2. Important Information Regarding Campus Catering
If you wish to book a catering event for 6/16/09 or later, please contact Debbie Dietz at 632-6529 or email ddietz@notes.cc.sunysb.edu.
Submitted by: Angela Agnello/FSA
3. Procurement Satellite Office Closure
The last day of operation for the Procurement satellite office in room N4071 of the Melville Library will be June 30, 2009. Effective July 1st the satellite office will be closed and will no longer accept hand carried documents from Campus departments. As of July 1st, all Purchasing, Accounts Payable and Travel procurement documents must be forwarded to the Procurement Office's new location via campus mail.
The campus mailing address for the Procurement Office is:
Procurement Office
R&D Park, Bldg #17
Z = 6000
Should you have any questions please feel free to call the Procurement office at 2-6010.
Submitted by: Christine Wilson/Admin
4. Deer Park Water Service
Governor Patterson recently issued Executive Order No. 18 mandating the phase out of State-funded expenditures for the purchase of bottled water by State agencies. In order to comply with the Governor's Executive Order, effective July 1, 2009 Stony Brook University will be eliminating the purchase of bottled water. The Procurement Office will coordinate the closing of Deer Park Water accounts and will arrange for the pick up of Deer Park equipment, supplies and remaining bottled water.
http://www.ny.gov/governor/executive_orders/exeorders/eo_18.html
Submitted by: Alfred Di Venuto/Admin
04. Hospital Workshops/Training
1. ACGME Faculty Development Workshop: "Evidence Based Medicine & Journal Clubs"
Date: Tuesday, June 23, 2009
Presented by: Maribeth B. Chitkara, MD
Location: Dean's Conference Room, HSC, Level 4, Room 180
Time: 5:00 pm to 6:30 pm
RSVP: 8-2005 or caroline.lazzaruolo@stonybrook.edu
Submitted by: Caroline Lazzaruolo/UHMC
05. Conferences/Seminars/Lectures
1. Chemistry Department
On Monday, June 22, 2009 Dr. Jacob Hooker from BNL will be holding a seminar entitled,"New strategies for the construction of biomedical imaging agents: efficient chemical reactions for protein bioconjugation and short-lived isotope labeling" in Room 412 in the Chemistry Dept. bldg. from 11:00am -12:00pm.
Submitted by: Lizandia Perez/CAS
2. Ecology and Evolution Dissertation Defense
10:00 A.M., Friday, June 26, 2009, Life Sciences Building, Room 038. "Form, function, and phylogeny: angiosperm leaf trait evolution with a case study in Dioscorea." Ramona Walls, Department of Ecology and Evolution, Stony Brook University. If you need a disability-related accommodation, please call: The Department of Ecology and Evolution at (631) 632-8600.
Submitted by: Martha Nolan/CAS
06. Hosp/HSC Conferences/Seminars/Lectures
1. Exciting Professional Development opportunity for Assistant Professors
The Office of Faculty Affairs is pleased to announce a Professional Development Program (PDP) for junior faculty. The PDP is a two-year career development program aimed at facilitating School of Medicine junior faculty promotions. We are currently recruiting the first cohort of participants for this pilot program. Interested faculty members, i.e. Assistant Professors, with the support of departmental leadership, are encouraged to pursue this exciting opportunity. The program will be offered free of charge.
Application deadline is JUNE 26, 2009. For further details, please visit the Current Faculty link at the following website: www.stonybrookmedicalcenter.org/facultyaffairs
Please direct questions and applications to: Susanne Mendelson, Coordinator, PDP - susanne.mendelson@stonybrook.edu
http://www.stonybrookmedicalcenter.org/workfiles/som/faculty%20affairs/pdp%20brief%20info%2051409.pdf
Submitted by: Susanne Mendelson/UHMC
07. Charitable
1. The 3rd Annual Paul Simons Memorial Bike Ride
The Paul Simons Foundation will be sponsoring the 3rd Annual Paul Simons Memorial Bike Ride on Saturday, July 11, 2009 - Registration in SAC Lobby at 8:30 a.m., and bike ride starts at 9:30 a.m. The ride will begin and end at the Student Activities Center Loop and Plaza, and will encircle the west campus for 3 miles. You can ride your bicycle on the campus roadways up until 11:00 a.m. We encourage small riders to keep on the "Paul Simons Bike Path".
http://www.avalonparkandpreserve.org
Submitted by: Christine Quinn/Pres
2. SBU Cat Network Has Kittens!
The SBU Cat Network cares for the homeless cats living on campus and, where possible, finds them homes. It's kitten season, and we have 7 beautiful young kittens (born in May) who'd love to join your family. We need to count on the campus community to adopt our little ones, since we don't have shelter facilities. Contact Nancy Franklin at nfranklin@notes.cc.sunysb.edu or 2-7840. Thanks!!
http://www.sinc.sunysb.edu/clubs/sbucat/index.php
Submitted by: Nancy Franklin/CAS
08. Culture & Entertainment
1. 14th Annual Stony Brook Film Festival at Staller Center this summer
The Stony Brook Film Festival, July 23 - August 1, presents the best in new, independent films. Visit stonybrookfilmfestival.com for the schedule and information.
http://www.stonybrookfilmfestival.com
Submitted by: Julie Greene/CAS
2. 2009-2010 Seawolves All-Sports Pass!
Attention all Stony Brook Faculty and Staff:
Be sure to purchase your 2009-2010 Seawolves All-Sports Pass!
Four great seasons for one great price-A $350 value for just $150!
http://goseawolves.cstv.com/auto_pdf/p_hotos/s_chools/ston/genrel/auto_pdf/All-Sports
Submitted by: Andrea Lebedinski/Pres
3. Wellness Center Summer Specials - Discounted Membership Packages
Are you trying to get in shape but not looking to pay those huge membership fees? If this sounds like you then I invite you to join the Wellness Center for the summer. The Wellness Center is conveniently located on the third floor of the Student Activities Center. We are currently offering two summer specials to faculty & staff. The first special is for the price of $60.00 and gives you access to the Wellness Center now through August 21, 2009. The second summer promotion that we are offering is if you purchase a 12 month membership between the months of May - August 2009 for the price of $165.00 we will throw in an extra month for free. Memberships can be purchased at the Bursar Office, located in the Administration Building, Room 261. Please contact Steve Macchiarolo at 632-4661 for more information.
http://http://studentaffairs.stonybrook.edu/rec/docs/MEMBERSHIP%20FORM.pdf
Submitted by: Steven Macchiarolo/Pres
4. Camp Seawolf
Professional Education Program's Outreach Division offers a one-week, residential environmental education summer camp for boys and girls ages 12-14 held at BSA Schiff Scout Reservation located at 1606 Manorville Road, Wading River, NY 11792 sponsored by a NYS Department of Environmental Conservation and Suffolk County Parks. The curriculum centers on the environment of Long Island, with special emphasis on the marine coastal environment. Campers experience hands-on, field oriented stewardship projects that instill a lasting stewardship ethic and enrich their understanding and need to become stewards of our natural resources. Scholarships through Social Service agencies are available to Suffolk County residents who qualify!
Camp schedule 2009
Aug 9-Aug 14
Aug 16-Aug 21
Aug 23-Aug 28
Open house 2009 May 31 & June 20, 2009
At Camp site 10:00 AM-2:00 PM.
Cost - $325/week only!
For more information, visit website for details at www.stonybrook.edu/ceie/camp or call 631-632-7696.
http://www.stonybrook.edu/ceie/camp/
Submitted by: Chandrani Roy/Prov
5. Community Yoga at the Wang Center with Elizabeth Heifferon
Please join us for multi-level yoga classes(appropriate for beginners and more advanced students), designed to stretch and strengthen your body, increase your inner peace, and bring mind, body, and spirit into alignment. This is hatha yoga, meaning it incorporates the physical practices of yoga: asana (poses), pranayama (breath control), and meditation. Bring along a mat (if you have one) and an intention for positive change, and grow with us in the Wang Center gardens, as we explore the practice of yoga: the total mind-body workout that doesn't feel like a workout. Please wear comfortable clothing that you can move in and (if you can) bring a suggested donation of $5.
For complete schedule please visit the Wang Center website. Classes will be held most Mondays at 8:30 AM and Thursdays at 4:30 PM starting June 15, 2009 in the Wang Center Garden (Rain location will be in the Skylight lobby)
http://www.stonybrook.edu/wang
Submitted by: Jennifer Iacona/Pres
6. Stony Brook University Baseball Camps 2009
Five Great Weeks
6/29-7/3
7/6-7/10
7/13-7/17
7/27-7/31
8/3-8/7
$325.00 Weekly.
Call 631-632-4755 with any questions or print/view all camp information from link provided.
http://goseawolves.cstv.com/camps/ston-camps.html
Submitted by: Anthony Stutz/Pres
7. The Summer Camp at Stony Brook University
Stony Brook Athletics provides quality overnight or full day sport programs directed by NCAA Division I SB Head Coaches. Each camper is given the opportunity to receive instruction from the top college players in the game today. The Seawolves sports camps are tailored to campers of all skill levels and abilities so that children have the opportunity to progress at their own rate. We offer Baseball, Softball, Boys Lacrosse, Millon Lacrosse, Boys Soccer, Boys Basketball, Football, Girls Basketball, Girls Lacrosse, Girls Soccer, Strength and Conditioning, Tennis, and Volleyball Camp. Please call for our brochures or visit our website.
http://www.stonybrook.edu/summercamps
Submitted by: Janice Maggio/Pres
8. Campus Recreation Kayak Trips
The Department of Campus Recreation will be organizing 2 kayaking trips in Port Jefferson Harbor on Friday, June 26th and Friday, July 17th @ 10:30am (time may vary due to tide schedule). Registration Fee is $25.00 per person/trip which includes kayak rental and lunch. Undergraduate students registered for summer classes are free. This trip is for beginner/intermediate kayakers in good health and will be approximately 4 to 5 hours in length. Only students, faculty & staff of the University are eligible to participate. Registration is limited and for more information, please contact David Hairston at 632-7120.
http://studentaffairs.stonybrook.edu/rec/index.shtml
Submitted by: David Hairston/Pres
9. DigiGirlz High Tech Camp at Stony Brook University
July 21 - 23, 2009
This exciting three-day mini-camp held on the Stony Brook University Campus will introduce High School age girls to the many career fields available within the High Tech world of the future.
What to Expect:
Hands-on learning sessions to explore options for careers
Speakers who have achieved success in technology to inspire
Career/technology tours to heighten awareness
Resume workshops to prepare
Employee panels to answer questions
Application Details: The program is Free of charge to participants. Students must currently be in 8th - 11th grade.
For application details for this free camp opportunity visit:
https://microsoft.crgevents.com/DigiGirlzCamp2009/Register/Contact/Default.aspx
Submitted by: Amy Margolies/Prov
10. Campus Recreation trip to Citi Field to see the Mets
The Department of Campus Recreation will be organizing a trip to Citi Field to see The New York Mets take on the St. Louis Cardinals, Wednesday June 24th @ 7:10pm. Departure time will be 4:15 pm from the Sports Complex loading dock area. This trip is $10.00 for SBU undergraduate students who are registered for summer classes payable at the time of registration. (includes ticket and bus transportation). Tickets are available for graduate students/faculty/staff. Cost is $30.00 payable at the time of registration. (includes ticket and bus transportation) For more information, please contact David Hairston at 632-7120.
http://studentaffairs.stonybrook.edu/rec/index.shtml
Submitted by: David Hairston/Pres
09. For-Pay Workshops/Courses
1. Creating Dynamic Presentations with PowerPoint
NCE 318 - Fee: $259
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 the basic computing skills as described in our self-test.
Note: In order to save their work, all students are required to bring a flash drive to class.
Required Text: Microsoft Office PowerPoint 2007 Step-By-Step (ISBN # 0735623015). Cost of text is not included in the course fee. Students must bring textbook to the first class meeting.
Section G (8 Sessions); Wednesdays and Thursdays, 10:15-11:45am; July 22 & 23, 29 & 30; August 5 & 6, 12 & 13, 2009
10% discount for University employees and Students. CSEA LEAP Vouchers accepted
http://www.stonybrook.edu/spd/computer
Submitted by: Amy Margolies/Prov
2. Pottery on the Wheel Classes
Beginners to intermediate levels receive a good foundation in the methods of throwing on the potter’s wheel while making a variety of forms. Glaze and surface design will be demonstrated. Fee includes 5 weeks of classes, glazes, some firings and Studio Membership (Students work on their own time and without instruction during posted studio hours). Location: Ceramic Studio 049. Fee: $65/Students; $100/Faculty/Staff; $105/Community. Choose One Section: SEC A-Five Mon, begins 6/29, 5:30pm-7:30pm; SEC B-Five Tues, begins 6/30, 10am-12pm; SEC C-Five Wed, begins 7/01, 6pm-8pm; SEC D-Five Thurs, begins 7/02, 6pm-8pm. Registration is necessary. For a full brochure of classes call 631-632-6822. In person registration at the Craft Center, Student Union, lower level room 049, by mail download the registration form and send with payment to: Craft Center, Z=3200. www.stonybrook.edu/craftcenter
http://www.stonybrook.edu/craftcenter
Submitted by: Janice Costanzo/OSA
3. Drawing Class at the Craft Center
Drawing For Those Who Think They Can't But Would Like To.
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. Bring to first class an HB pencil, vinyl eraser and 9X12" size sketch pad. No Experience required. Visit www.nicklastorka.com to view instructors work. Five Thurs, begins 7/02 (No class 7/16), 6pm - 8pm. Location: Union Studio 081. Fee: $50/Students; $80/Faculty/Staff; $90/Community. Registration is necessary. For a full brochure of classes call 631-632-6822. In person registration at the Craft Center, Student Union, lower level room 049, by mail download the registration and send with payment to: Craft Center, Z=3200. www.stonybrook.edu/craftcenter
http://www.stonybrook.edu/craftcenter
Submitted by: Janice Costanzo/OSA
4. Introduction to Microsoft Word
NCE 316 - 5 Sessions - Fee: $289
This course provides an introduction to the most popular word processing program. Streamline workflow by learning shortcuts.
Topics inlcude: creating, saving, editing and printing a document, spell check, thesaurus, search and replace, moving text, multiple document management and mail merge functions; valuable skills that reduce waste, streamline mass mailings and tables and document forms (mailing labels and envelopes).
Prerequisite: Introduction to Windows or basic computing skills as described in our self-test.
Note: In order to save their work, all students are required to bring a flash drive to class.
Required Text: Microsoft Office Word 2007 Step-By-Step (ISBN # 0735623023). Cost of text is not included in the course fee. Students must bring textbook to the first class meeting.
Section G: Wednesdays, 12:30-3:30pm; July 15, 22, 27; August 5 & 12, 2009
10% discount for University employees and Students. CSEA LEAP Vouchers accepted
http://www.stonybrook.edu/spd/computer
Submitted by: Amy Margolies/Prov
5. Digital Camera Basics Class
Today’s digital cameras are packed full of features.Exploring those features and various photographic techniques will help you become a better photographer. Demonstrations, examples and hands on practice. Bring your camera and owner’s manual to class. Two Mondays, 7/6 & 7/13; 6pm-8pm. Fee: $35/SB Student, $50/Faculty/Staff, $55/Community. Location: Union Photo Lab 081. Registration is necessary. For a full brochure of classes call 631-632-6822. In person registration at the Craft Center, Student Union, lower level room 049, by mail download the registration and send with payment to: Craft Center, Z=3200. www.stonybrook.edu/craftcenter
http://www.stonybrook.edu/craftcenter
Submitted by: Janice Costanzo/OSA
6. Introduction to Microsoft Excel
NCE 314 - 5 Sessions - Fee: $289
This introductory course demonstrates the power and ease that makes Microsoft Excel the most-widely used spreadsheet application for office and home financial planning. Accountants, office managers, budget managers, even the family financial planner will benefit from learning the basics of Excel.
Topics include: basics of spreadsheet design, entering data, editing, formatting and printing worksheets, and implementing formulae and functions. This course emphasizes hands-on exercises to reinforce lessons.
Prerequisite: Introduction to Windows or the basic computing skills as described in our self-test.
Note: In order to save their work, students are required to bring a flash drive to class.
Required Text: Microsoft Office Excel 2007 Step-By-Step (ISBN # 073562304x). Cost of text is not included in the course fee.
Section J: Mondays, 1:30-4:30pm; June 22, 29; July 13, 20 & 27, 2009
10% discount for University employees and Students. CSEA LEAP Vouchers accepted
http://www.stonybrook.edu/spd/computer
Submitted by: Amy Margolies/Prov
7. Microsoft Office BootCamp for Kids
NCE 550 * 4 Sessions * $150
This four-day intensive computer camp will explore age/grade specific topics in Introduction to Excel, Word and Access.
Excel topics include: overview of the program: using the toolbar; entering data; simple calculations and formulas' simple graphs and pivot tables.
Word topics include: creating documents; entering data and importing tables.
Access topics include: overview of the program; tool bar functions; creating tables, forms and filters.
last day students will review how to use the three programs together by importing and exporting files from one to the next.
Prerequisite: Familiarity with use of a mouse.
Section A: 4th and 5th graders; 12:30-3:30pm; July 21 & 23, 28 & 30, 2009
Required Text: Microsoft Office 2007 Simplified (ISBN 9780470054893)
Section B: 6th, 7th and 8th graders; 12:30-3:30pm; August 4 & 6, 11 & 13, 2009.
Required Text: Microsoft Office Step-By-Step (ISBN 0780735622784)
Books not included.
http://www.stonybrook.edu/spd/computer/courses
Submitted by: Amy Margolies/Prov
8. Hand Built Textured Vessel Ceramic Class
Beginners and returnees welcome! Explore alternatives to wheel throwing. Construct and combine forms using pinch pots, slabs and coils. Embellish with texture stamps of your own design. Emphasis on decorative texture, design and use of oxide stains. Fee includes 5 weeks of classes, glazes, some firings and Studio Membership (Students work on their own time and without instruction during posted studio hours). Location: Ceramic Studio 049. Fee: $65/Students; $100/Faculty/Staff; $105/Community. Five Wednesdays; begins 7/01; 6:00pm-8:00pm. Registration is necessary. For a full brochure of classes call 631-632-6822. In person registration at the Craft Center, Student Union, lower level room 049, by mail download the registration form and send with payment to: Craft Center, Z=3200. www.stonybrook.edu/craftcenter
http://www.stonybrook.edu/craftcenter
Submitted by: Janice Costanzo/OSA
9. Painting Workshop
Learn the principals of creating a visually exciting painting. 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. Beginners and returnee’s welcome. Materials list upon registration. Visit www. nicklastorka.com to view instructors work. Five Wed, begins 7/08; 6pm8pm. Location: Union Studio 081. Fee: $50/Students; $80/Faculty/Staff; $90/Community. Registration is necessary. For a full brochure of classes call 631-632-6822. In person registration at the Craft Center, Student Union, lower level room 049, by mail download the registration and send with payment to: Craft Center, Z=3200. www.stonybrook.edu/craftcenter10
http://www.stonybrook.edu/craftcenter
Submitted by: Janice Costanzo/OSA
10. Improv Comedy Workshop
This exciting class will help you build self confidence, improve your public speaking skills, overcome stage fright, and expand your acting skills. Explore those skills necessary for 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? Returnee’s welcome! Five Tues, begins 7/07; 6pm 8pm. Fee: $50/SB Students, $80/Faculty Staff, $85/Community. Location: Union Bi-Level, Union lower level. Registration is necessary. For a full brochure of classes call 631-632-6822. In person registration at the Craft Center, Student Union, lower level room 049, by mail download the registration and send with payment to: Craft Center, Z=3200. www.stonybrook.edu/craftcenter
http://www.stonybrook.edu/craftcenter
Submitted by: Janice Costanzo/OSA
11. Knitting and Beaded Jewelry Making Classes
Learn how to create your own handmade jewelry in the Beaded Jewelry Workshop! This course will cover how to crimp, string, fasten findings and select materials used in beaded jewelry. Make a bracelet and earrings in class. Tues 7/07; 6pm8pm, Fee: $22/SB Student, $28/Faculty/Staff, $30/Community. In Knitting Basics students will knit small samples and begin a scarf for their first project. After this class you will be able to knit many projects on your own. Material list upon registration. To purchase materials at first class ($13 yarn/needles) make a note on your registration form. Two Tues, 7/14 & 7/21, 6pm-8pm, Fee: $15/SB Student, $35/Faculty/Staff, $40/Community. Location: Union Studio 081. Registration is necessary. For a full brochure of classes call 631-632-6822. In person registration at the Craft Center, Student Union, lower level room 049, by mail download the registration and send with payment to: Craft Center, Z=3200. www.stonybrook.edu/craftcenter
http://www.stonybrook.edu/craftcenter
Submitted by: Janice Costanzo/OSA
12. Foundations of Accounting Methods
NCE 500 * six sessions * Fee: $595
This introduction to accounting demonstrates basic accounting fundamentals. Students will explore the recording, summarization and adjusting transactions and the understanding of the basic accounting cycle. Accounting principles and concepts, preparation of budgets and variance analysis will be demonstrated. Hands-on problem sets will be used to reinforce concepts relating to financial statements. At the completion of this course, students should have an understanding of accounting concepts and how they apply to current business situations.
Required Text: Accounting Essentials, 2nd Edition, Neal Margolis, N. Paul Harmon (ISBN # 978-0-471-82721-4). Cost of text is not included in the course fee. Students must bring textbook to the first class meeting.
10% discount for University employees and students, CSEA LEAP Voucher accepted.
Section A: Wednesday, 7-9:30pm; July 8, 15, 22, 29; August 5 & 12, 2009
To register visit
http://stonybrook.edu/spd/career/registration/html
or call 632-7022 for questions.
Submitted by: Amy Margolies/Prov
10. Research
1. Does Your Child Have ADHD and Severe Problems with Aggression?
Researchers at the Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Science at SUNY Stony Brook are conducting a study of children ages 6 - 12 with ADHD and severe problems with aggressive behavior. Children will receive a thorough diagnostic evaluation, and treatment with one or two medications. Parents will receive nine weeks of parent training. There is no charge to families for these services. To learn more about the project, please call Dr. Jayne Schneider at 631-632-3091.
Submitted by: Diane Ruenes/UHMC
2. 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
3. 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
4. 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
5. Are You Obese? Do You Want To Learn More About How Your Metabolism May Put You At Risk For Diabetes?
We are Seeking Participants in a Research Study to Investigate Fat and Sugar Metabolism. Obese Men and Women, 25 to 45 Years of Age
You may be compensated up to $1,800 for participating in this study.
HEIGHT WEIGHT
62 inches and >165 pounds
63 inches and >170 pounds
64 inches and >175 pounds
65 inches and >180 pounds
66 inches and >186 pounds
67 inches and >191 pounds
68 inches and >197 pounds
69 inches and >203 pounds
70 inches and >209 pounds
71 inches and >215 pounds
72 inches and >221 pounds
73 inches and >227 pounds
74 inches and >234 pounds
75 inches and >240 pounds
76 inches and >246 pounds
For more information please call 631-444-3740
Submitted by: Diane Ruenes/UHMC
6. 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
7. Efficacy and Safety of VICRIVIROC in HIV-Infected Treatment Naive Subjects
Must be 18 years or older
Must have a CD4 cell count of plus/minus 100/cells/mm
HIV RNA must be plus/minus 2000 copies/mL at screening
Anti-retroviral therapy of less than 4 weeks
Females must not be pregnant
Call Sandra Brown at 631-444-1659
Submitted by: Diane Ruenes/UHMC
8. Seeking Healthy Individuals Ages 18-40 to participate in a research study on the Absorption of Levothyroxine
(women on birth control pills are excluded)to participate in a research study on the Absorption of Levothyroxine (thyroid hormone)
when co-administered with other medications
Compensation of $100 per session for your participation
(up to $400 total)
Please contact The General Clinical Research Center at (631) 444-6900 weekdays between 9:00am and 4:00pm or by email to: izamfirescu@notes.cc.sunysb.edu
Submitted by: Diane Ruenes/UHMC
11. Miscellaneous
1. Starbucks Reopens Monday, June 15th
Starbucks will be open for the Summer beginning June 15th.
Hours will be Monday through Friday 8:30 am - 3:00 pm.
Starbucks is located on the second floor of the Stony Brook Union.
Submitted by: Angela Agnello/FSA
2. Ashley Schiff Park Preserve Fitness and Nature Walk
Discover the woodland trails that run through the Stony Brook University campus. Every Wednesday morning at 7:30 a.m. the Friends of the Ashley Schiff Park Preserve sponsor a fitness and nature study walk, beginning at the trailhead near the traffic circle on Circle Drive. Join us! Weather permitting. For more information, phone 631-357-3065 or email mcon@optonline.net
http://pbisotopes.ess.sunysb.edu/a-schiff/
Submitted by: Sharon Pavulaan/CEAS