Campus Announcements for the week of 10/12/2009
Table of Contents
01. Administrative
1. Inauguration of Samuel L. Stanley, Jr., MD
2. Research Foundation Lecturer/Independent Contractor Payments
3. PeopleSoft and SOLAR Will Be Down Oct. 16-18 for Major System Upgrade
03. Workshops/Courses/Training
1. Powerful Presentations
2. ...And Justice For All/Diversity 101
3. EH&S is now offering additional courses on Blackboard!
4. Using Mid-Semester Feedback for Ongoing Course Improvement
5. Keep Students in Sync or Enforce Prior Learning: Schedule Access Using Blackboard's Adaptive Release Feature
6. Engage students by enabling them to document what they are learning: blogs and wikis in Blackboard
7. Using Writing to Teach Critical Thinking
8. Library Tips & Tools for Mac Users
9. Is English Your Second Language?
10. Is Entrerpreneurship an Option for You?
11. Learn lots of tips and tricks for how to work in Lotus Notes email.
12. Empower Your Browser with Zotero
13. Research Skills for Comparative Literary & Cultural Studies
14. How to Avoid Plagiarism
15. Extra! Extra! Become an Expert at Finding New & Historic Newspaper Articles!
16. Recognize Learning Styles and How They Influence Student Success
17. Showcase Your Teaching, Research and Professional Development: Design and Develop Your Professional Teaching ePortfolio
18. Increase Student Access and Enrollment by Reducing Face-to-Face Class Time: Hybrid/Blended Course Design
19. Capture and Distribute Live Lecture Notes by Digitally Writing and Drawing on the Projector Screen
20. Teaching and Mentoring Graduate Students - Special Workshop for 1st and 2nd Year Faculty
21. Will This Be on the Test: Confusion Proof Your Syllabus
22. A Picture Says a Thousand Words: Create and Edit Images to Enhance Your Course Content
23. Turn Your Learn On: Youtube, Itunes And Other Web Multimedia For Researchers
24. Endnote For Chemists
25. EAP Lunchtime Learning - Labyrinth Walking
26. EAP Lunchtime Learning - Dying to Drive:Keeping Teens Safe on the Road
27. Get Your Learn On: Web Research 2.0
28. Practical Skills For Supervisors... Now Two days!!!
29. October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month
30. Benefits (State & Research)
31. Search And Selection/Effective Interviewing Techniques
32. Aes/Smrt Training
33. State Appointments
34. Managing IFR Accounts
35. Idependent Contractor Workshop
36. Graduate Student Workshop
37. HRS Training for Supervisors of Student Assistants and Federal Workstudy
04. Hospital Workshops/Training
1. The Emerging Leader Program - A Leadership Development Program for Supervisors and Managers
05. Conferences/Seminars/Lectures
1. Laufer Center for Computational Biology and Genome Sciences
2. Topics in Atmospheric and Oceanic Sciences Seminar
3. Senior Citizen Law Day: October 17th, 2009 Professional to provide free educational seminars designed to assist families in life planning.
4. Chemistry Department Seminar
5. Biomedical Engineering Seminar Series Lecture
6. Stemming the Tide of Ocean Extinctions
7. Sorting Fact from Fiction in the News
8. Jules Feiffer, SB Southampton, October 14 at 7 PM
9. Center for Italian Studies/Alfonse D'Amato Chair Series Lecture: Vincenzo Pascale, Rutgers University
10. Dr. Manthia Diawara, New York University, to speak at Humanities Institute Wednesday, October 14th 4PM Humanities 1006
11. Ecology & Evolution Seminar "Understanding the Ecology & Evolution of Infectious Disease Using Genomic Sequencing"
12. Does Prehistory Matter in the 21st Century?
13. School of Marine and Atmospheric Sciences Friday Colloquium Series - SoMAS
14. Department of Chemistry Seminar
15. University of Missouri School of Medicine, Information Session
06. Hosp/HSC Conferences/Seminars/Lectures
1. Pharmacological Sciences
2. Abhimanyu Garg, MD, "Leptin Therapy: The Promise, the Disappointment and the Silver Lining"
07. Charitable
1. C.S.E.A. Local 614 Fundraiser
2. We Need You To Support The SBU Cat Network
3. Put Your Old Phone to Good Use!!
4. Domestic Violence Awarness Month - Partners in Purple 2009
08. Culture & Entertainment
1. Wellness Center 3 Day Free Pass!!!
2. The Khoomei Taiko Ensemble
3. Film: A Tale of Two Sisters
4. Sita Sings the Blues
5. Harpsichord Performance in the University Bookstore on October 14
6. Astonished Harvest: Poetry Workshop
7. Folk-rock legend Willie Nile returns to play Stony Brook at The University Cafe Sunday October 18th 2 P.M.
8. Inauguration "Communiversity" Day
9. Inauguration Musical Showcase
09. For-Pay Workshops/Courses
1. Adobe Fireworks CS3
2. Creating Dynamic Presentations with PowerPoint
3. Maximizing Your 401k - Retiring in a Down Economy
4. Group Ballroom Dance Lessons
5. The Khoomei Taiko Ensemble: Drumming workshop
6. A Workshop on Breath And Core Support by Fulbright Scholar Sabrina Castillo from Guatemala City, Friday October 16: 11AM-2PM
7. Adobe Photoshop CS3
8. Tai Chi and Chi Kung: Balance Enhancement and Fall Prevention. Taught by Laura Shapiro. Sat, Oct 17: 2:30-4:30pm
9. Falling: A workshop on the dance techniques of falling. Taught by Heather Connolly Granger of MadCap Dance Company
10. Employee Class: Body/Mind Centering for Stress Reduction. Wednesday, October 14; 5-6PM. Taught by Amy Yopp Sullivan.
10. Research
1. Do You Have Heart Failure?
2. Efficacy and Safety of VICRIVIROC in HIV-Infected Treatment Naive Subjects
3. Does Your Child Have ADHD And Severe Problems With Aggression?
4. Research Volunteers Wanted Seniors 60 and Over
5. Volunteers Needed for a Study of Normal Child Emotions
6. Seeking Volunteers With Recent Diagnosis of Type I Diabetes
11. Miscellaneous
1. Wednesday morning Fitness and Nature Walk through the Ashley Schiff Preserve
2. University PreSchool Registration Now Open!
3. Campus Child Care Available
4. To accelerate your studies, use your breaks...
5. Estee Lauder Special Invitation Warehouse Sale
6. General Job & Internship Fair (Business, Healthcare, Government, Non-Profit, Human Services & Communications)
01. Administrative
1. Inauguration of Samuel L. Stanley, Jr., MD
Stony Brook University invites all students, faculty, staff, alumni and members of the community to the Inauguration of Stony Brook's Fifth President, Samuel L. Stanley, Jr., MD, from 2:00 to 4:00 pm on Friday, October 23, at the Sports Complex. A reception will follow in the Pritchard Gym at 4:00.
The weeklong schedule of events includes a Musical Showcase featuring members of the Emerson String Quartet; a Faculty Lecture Series with Ellen Pikitch, Richard Leakey, Howard Schneider, Clint Rubin, John Morgan, and Edward Casey; a "Communiversity" Day Football Game against Coastal Carolina; an American Heart Association Heart Walk; a Health Symposium; and a Provost's Graduate Student Mini-Symposium.
For more details, visit www.stonybrook.edu/inauguration
http://www.stonybrook.edu/inauguration
Submitted by: Karen Keeley/UAff
2. Research Foundation Lecturer/Independent Contractor Payments
All requests for Research Foundation payments to Lecturers/Independent Contractors must have an IRS W-9 form attached.
This form must be completed in full, indicating correct Social Security/TIN number, and signed by recepient. Research Foundation has stated that IRS requirements are becoing more stringent, and it is crtical that we have accurate information on file. The IRS can potentially fine the Research Foundation for not collecting accurate information.
Submitted by: Porshia Russell/Admin
3. PeopleSoft and SOLAR Will Be Down Oct. 16-18 for Major System Upgrade
PeopleSoft's Web-based administrative applications, including the SOLAR System, will be brought down on Friday, Oct. 16, at 2 p.m. for a major system upgrade. The upgrade is expected to be completed by 6 p.m. on Sunday, Oct. 18. SOLAR and other PeopleSoft applications will not be available during this period.
The PeopleSoft systems environment supports the human resources, budget development, new student admissions, student registration, student records, financial aid, student financial, course catalog, class scheduling, campus card, transfer credit articulation, student employment, international student visa support and facility inventory functions for the campus. The SOLAR System is the self-service component of the system. It also supports feeds to other campus, SUNY, state and hospital-based systems.
We offer our sincere apologies for any inconvenience.
Submitted by: Kerrin Perniciaro/DoIT
03. Workshops/Courses/Training
1. Powerful Presentations
11/04/2009 - 09:30am - 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: 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/wc0024
Submitted by: Lillian Valdez/Admin
2. ...And Justice For All/Diversity 101
October 22, 9:00am 3:00pm
This full day program will provide participants with necessary information, resources, and guidance about Federal and State regulations; University policies around issues of discrimination; equal employment opportunity complaint resolution and diversity. It will clarify and communicate the roles, rights and responsibilities of supervisors, managers, employees and the Office of Diversity and Affirmative Action in these matters. The program will review appropriate methods for making referrals, the scope of confidentiality and the policy against retaliation. Through the use of case studies and other interactive exercises, this program will allow participants to explore and discuss dimensions of diversity and inclusion, approaches to managing diversity, the impact of stereotyping and bias in the workplace. Each participant will develop a personal action plan.
Target Audience: All employees, supervisors, managers.
Click below to register now!
http://naples.cc.sunysb.edu/training/hrclasses.nsf/wc0020
Submitted by: Lillian Valdez/Admin
3. EH&S is now offering additional courses on Blackboard!
EH&S has added another training class on-line through the Blackboard e-Education platform. Taking the classes on-line provides the same credit that you get when you attend the live class. The on-line class can also be used to review the course material after you have taken the live class or to take the annual refresher class if required. Information on accessing the courses is found on the web site:
http://www.stonybrook.edu/ehs/training/
. Contact Kim Auletta at 2-3032 or kim.auletta@stonybrook.edu with any questions.
Submitted by: Kim Auletta/Admin
4. Using Mid-Semester Feedback for Ongoing Course Improvement
Monday, October 12, 12:50pm-2:10pm
Questioning the utility of end-of-course evaluations as a teaching improvement tool, I decided to try TLT's Mid-semester-feedback process (also called SGID) on my Han class. It is a modified form of focus group that gives a very different kind of information compare to that provided by summative course evaluation. I will describe the process and talk about my experiences with it, and open up the session for discussion.
https://tlt.stonybrook.edu/FacultyServices/Lists/Faculty%20%20Instructor%20Development%20Opportunities%20%20On/DispForm.aspx?ID=251&Source=https%3A%2F%2Ftlt%2Estonybrook%2Eedu%2FFacultyServices%2FLists%2FFaculty%2520%2520Instructor%2520Development%2520Opportunities%2520%2520On%2Fcalendar%2Easpx
Submitted by: The Faculty Center
5. Keep Students in Sync or Enforce Prior Learning: Schedule Access Using Blackboard's Adaptive Release Feature
Monday, October 12, 3:50pm-5:10pm
In the past, Blackboard allowed you to hide content from students by setting dates in which content would automatically become available and unavailable. Adaptive Release provides more options to control access to content, by setting "rules" on various criteria.
https://tlt.stonybrook.edu/FacultyServices/Lists/Faculty%20%20Instructor%20Development%20Opportunities%20%20On/DispForm.aspx?ID=252&Source=https%3A%2F%2Ftlt%2Estonybrook%2Eedu%2FFacultyServices%2FLists%2FFaculty%2520%2520Instructor%2520Development%2520Opportunities%2520%2520On%2Fcalendar%2Easpx
Submitted by: The Faculty Center
6. Engage students by enabling them to document what they are learning: blogs and wikis in Blackboard
Tuesday, October 13, 3:50pm-5:10pm
This workshop will cover how to set up and use Blackboard's blog and wiki tools in your class. Get students to write about what they are learning, and dynamically share new information with the class by publishing to the web.
https://tlt.stonybrook.edu/FacultyServices/Lists/Faculty%20%20Instructor%20Development%20Opportunities%20%20On/DispForm.aspx?ID=253&Source=https%3A%2F%2Ftlt%2Estonybrook%2Eedu%2FFacultyServices%2FLists%2FFaculty%2520%2520Instructor%2520Development%2520Opportunities%2520%2520On%2Fcalendar%2Easpx
Submitted by: The Faculty Center
7. Using Writing to Teach Critical Thinking
Wednesday, October 14, 3:50pm-5:10pm
Don't be fooled by my title. I am a writing professor in title only. What I really teach is critical thinking. That's because there is no better way to teach the ability to think well than through writing. For writing is nothing but thinking in its purest form
https://tlt.stonybrook.edu/FacultyServices/Lists/Faculty%20%20Instructor%20Development%20Opportunities%20%20On/DispForm.aspx?ID=254&Source=https%3A%2F%2Ftlt%2Estonybrook%2Eedu%2FFacultyServices%2FLists%2FFaculty%2520%2520Instructor%2520Development%2520Opportunities%2520%2520On%2Fcalendar%2Easpx
Submitted by: The Faculty Center
8. Library Tips & Tools for Mac Users
Are you a Mac or PC? In this session Mac users will learn about a number of applications and techniques to optimize your library Web experience: Mac browsers and plug-ins for an enriching online library experience, Bibliographic management tools for the Mac, Mac and cross-platform messaging apps, and Microsoft Office (and MS Office alternatives) for the Mac. Monday, October 19 @ 1:30 PM. This is an online workshop, details will be emailed to registrants. Register @
http://www.stonybrook.edu/library/services/instruction/index.html
.
Submitted by: Fiona Grady/Lib
9. Is English Your Second Language?
Join a Conversation Class on Tuesday evenings from 5:30 - 7:30pm in the Wang Center, Room 103. This class is sponsored by SBU's Adult Literacy Center. For further information contact: Martha Fink mgfink@attglobal.net or Peter Soo psoo@optonline.net
Submitted by: Dawn Mcbrearty/UAff
10. Is Entrerpreneurship an Option for You?
Open House at the new offices of the Small Business Development Center
October 29 9 am - noon Building 17, Room 145
Who Should Attend: Those who have been downsized, interested in a second career, or interested in starting a business. Advisors will be on hand to answer your questions.
No charge. To register, call Leslie at 29837 or leslie.rurup@sunysb.edu
Submitted by: Lynne Schmidt/CEAS
11. Learn lots of tips and tricks for how to work in Lotus Notes email.
Join us on Monday October 19 from 9:30-12 for "Welcome to Lotus Note: You Have Mail". In this session you will have a chance to explore the many basic emailing features. Click here to register.
http://it.cc.stonybrook.edu/get_help/lotus_notes_classroom_training
Submitted by: Kim Rant/DoIT
12. Empower Your Browser with Zotero
Zotero is a free browser plug-in for Firefox that allows users to collect, manage and cite research sources. Zotero is platform independent and doesn't discriminate based on institutional affiliation. It is a web-based application that allows access to your library from anywhere. Learn how to: install Zotero, import bibliographic data into Zotero, create collections and sub-collections, and use Zotero to create a bibliography. Tuesday, October 20 @ 7:00 PM. This is an online workshop. Register @
http://www.stonybrook.edu/library/services/instruction/workshops.htm
.
Submitted by: Yuet Tran/Lib
13. Research Skills for Comparative Literary & Cultural Studies
This workshop will focus on the skills needed to do advanced research in Comparative Literary and Cultural Studies. Learn: where to find information (books, articles, and websites), which resources are best for your subject area, about the strengths of Stony Brook's collection, and how to use subject headings and keywords. Tuesday, October 20 @ 12:00 PM. Register @
http://www.stonybrook.edu/library/services/instruction/workshops.htm
.
Submitted by: Yuet Tran/Lib
14. How to Avoid Plagiarism
Learn how to write a paper without committing plagiarism. This workshop will cover: summarizing, paraphrasing, quoting and citing referenced material within your paper, understanding the parts of a citation, and writing a "Works Cited" or "References" page. Wednesday, October 21 @ 1:00 PM. Register @
http://www.stonybrook.edu/library/services/instruction/workshops.htm
.
Submitted by: Yuet Tran/Lib
15. Extra! Extra! Become an Expert at Finding New & Historic Newspaper Articles!
This session examines ways to find current and historical articles in newspapers. We'll look at newspapers available online through the library, what's on the web, and at hundreds of historic newspapers available on microfilm. In this workshop, you will: become familiar with the odd nature of newspaper indexing, effectively search online newspaper resources, effectively use print resources for locating older articles, find, display, and print articles from the library's online newspaper collections, and find, display, and copy articles from the library's microform collection of newspapers. Thursday, October 22 @ 2:00 PM. Register @
http://www.stonybrook.edu/library/services/instruction/workshops.htm
.
Submitted by: Yuet Tran/Lib
16. Recognize Learning Styles and How They Influence Student Success
Thursday, October 15, 12:50pm-2:10pm
Make content delivery effective by recognizing the generational learning preferences represented in your classrooms. We'll look at several different types of learning style models and the different self-assessment tests designed for discovering one's own "preferred" style. We'll also explore ways to help students become aware of how to use awareness of their learning style to enhance their academic performance.
This workshop is offered in person at The Faculty Center in the Melville Library and also online as a webinar. Please email us if you plan on attending online.
https://tlt.stonybrook.edu/FacultyServices/Lists/Faculty%20%20Instructor%20Development%20Opportunities%20%20On/DispForm.aspx?ID=255&Source=https%3A%2F%2Ftlt%2Estonybrook%2Eedu%2FFacultyServices%2FLists%2FFaculty%2520%2520Instructor%2520Development%2520Opportunities%2520%2520On%2Fcalendar%2Easpx
Submitted by: The Faculty Center
17. Showcase Your Teaching, Research and Professional Development: Design and Develop Your Professional Teaching ePortfolio
Thursday, October 15, 3:50pm-5:10pm
An electronic portfolio, or e-Portfolio, is a purposeful collection of artifacts and reflections saved on a website or DVD that showcases YOU. Faculty use e-Portfolios to document professional development over time, to identify patterns of growth and competencies in their chosen discipline, for self-assessment and reflection, and to share teaching methods and research information with their colleagues and students. Establish a solid professional network with your ePorfolio. It's all about you!
This workshop is offered in person at The Faculty Center in the Melville Library and also online as a webinar. Please email us if you plan on attending online.
https://tlt.stonybrook.edu/FacultyServices/Lists/Faculty%20%20Instructor%20Development%20Opportunities%20%20On/DispForm.aspx?ID=256&Source=https%3A%2F%2Ftlt%2Estonybrook%2Eedu%2FFacultyServices%2FLists%2FFaculty%2520%2520Instructor%2520Development%2520Opportunities%2520%2520On%2Fcalendar%2Easpx
Submitted by: The Faculty Center
18. Increase Student Access and Enrollment by Reducing Face-to-Face Class Time: Hybrid/Blended Course Design
Friday, October 16, 12:50pm-2:10pm
This workshop provides concrete strategies for you to redesign your on-campus course for blended/hybrid teaching and learning. The workshop provides an overview of the blended format, content, and activities as well as general tips and pointers for fostering student-centered learning. The interactive sessions will help you address the challenges and benefits related to developing a blended course and help you find the "next steps" needed to get your blended course up and running.
This workshop is offered in person at The Faculty Center in the Melville Library and also online as a webinar. Please email us if you plan on attending online.
https://tlt.stonybrook.edu/FacultyServices/Lists/Faculty%20%20Instructor%20Development%20Opportunities%20%20On/DispForm.aspx?ID=257&Source=https%3A%2F%2Ftlt%2Estonybrook%2Eedu%2FFacultyServices%2FLists%2FFaculty%2520%2520Instructor%2520Development%2520Opportunities%2520%2520On%2Fcalendar%2Easpx
Submitted by: The Faculty Center
19. Capture and Distribute Live Lecture Notes by Digitally Writing and Drawing on the Projector Screen
Monday, October 19, 12:50pm-2:10pm
An overview for faculty and instructors covering the basics of using pen input technology to write and draw on the projector screen. This is similar to the toolset used with an interactive white board (SmartBoard).
This workshop is offered in person at The Faculty Center in the Melville Library and also online as a webinar. Please email us if you plan on attending online.
https://tlt.stonybrook.edu/FacultyServices/Lists/Faculty%20%20Instructor%20Development%20Opportunities%20%20On/DispForm.aspx?ID=258&Source=https%3A%2F%2Ftlt%2Estonybrook%2Eedu%2FFacultyServices%2FLists%2FFaculty%2520%2520Instructor%2520Development%2520Opportunities%2520%2520On%2Fcalendar%2Easpx
Submitted by: The Faculty Center
20. Teaching and Mentoring Graduate Students - Special Workshop for 1st and 2nd Year Faculty
Tuesday, October 20, 9:50am-11:10am
The grant process, seeking funding sources and the proposal development, writing, applying, managing and reporting, is overwhelming, tedious and time consuming. The process is an art and the Research Foundation and University Advancement can provide you with resources, information and advice on securing grants. In this workshop, representatives from both offices will give you an overview of their services and resources available to help you with the grant process.
This workshop is offered in person at The Faculty Center in the Melville Library and also online as a webinar. Please email us if you plan on attending online.
https://tlt.stonybrook.edu/FacultyServices/Lists/Faculty%20%20Instructor%20Development%20Opportunities%20%20On/DispForm.aspx?ID=282&Source=https%3A%2F%2Ftlt%2Estonybrook%2Eedu%2FFacultyServices%2FLists%2FFaculty%2520%2520Instructor%2520Development%2520Opportunities%2520%2520On%2Fcalendar%2Easpx
Submitted by: The Faculty Center
21. Will This Be on the Test: Confusion Proof Your Syllabus
Tuesday, October 20, 3:50pm-5:10pm
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.
This workshop is offered in person at The Faculty Center in the Melville Library and also online as a webinar. Please email us if you plan on attending online.
https://tlt.stonybrook.edu/FacultyServices/Lists/Faculty%20%20Instructor%20Development%20Opportunities%20%20On/DispForm.aspx?ID=259&Source=https%3A%2F%2Ftlt%2Estonybrook%2Eedu%2FFacultyServices%2FLists%2FFaculty%2520%2520Instructor%2520Development%2520Opportunities%2520%2520On%2Fcalendar%2Easpx
Submitted by: The Faculty Center
22. A Picture Says a Thousand Words: Create and Edit Images to Enhance Your Course Content
Wednesday, October 21, 3:50pm-5:10pm
This workshop is intended to be an introduction to Photoshop and GIMP, a free and open source image editing program which has been compared favorably to Photoshop. One of the most powerful features of both GIMP and Photoshop are layers, however, these can be the source of frustration for first time users of photo editing applications. In this workshop you will create an image with layers which can divide an image into its semantic elements. Once you have created an example, it can easily be converted into an interactive image which can be brought into Stony Brook's Blackboard Learning Management Software.
https://tlt.stonybrook.edu/FacultyServices/Lists/Faculty%20%20Instructor%20Development%20Opportunities%20%20On/DispForm.aspx?ID=260&Source=https%3A%2F%2Ftlt%2Estonybrook%2Eedu%2FFacultyServices%2FLists%2FFaculty%2520%2520Instructor%2520Development%2520Opportunities%2520%2520On%2Fcalendar%2Easpx
Submitted by: The Faculty Center
23. Turn Your Learn On: Youtube, Itunes And Other Web Multimedia For Researchers
Sure YouTube is a lot of fun, but have you ever used it for a class presentation or research project? For the arts, sciences and everything in between there are riches of multimedia content available online. Tap into this wealth of resources to include multimedia in your research and classwork. In this workshop learn:
how to search for multimedia content online, including images, video and audio, how to cite online multimedia in your research, how to insert multimedia in a presentation and on Blackboard, and web tools for organizing and sharing media content. Thursday, October 15 @ 12 PM, at the Melville Library, 1st floor, classroom A. Register @
http://www.stonybrook.edu/library/services/instruction/workshops.htm
.
Submitted by: Fiona Grady/Lib
24. Endnote For Chemists
This workshop will focus on exporting citations from chemistry databases into EndNote. Learn how to: create an EndNote library, import citations from SciFinder Scholar and Crossfire Beilstein/Gmelin, attach PDF documents to EndNote citations and format a bibliography in Word using "Cite While You Write". Wednesday, October 14 @ 1:30 PM. The workshop will take place at the Melville Library, 1st floor, Classroom A. Register at
http://www.stonybrook.edu/library/services/instruction/workshops.htm
.
Submitted by: Fiona Grady/Lib
25. EAP Lunchtime Learning - Labyrinth Walking
Take a break from the stress of modern day 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
October 22, 2009 Stony Brook Red Dragon Labyrinth, 12:00pm-1:00pm
To Register Call EAP at 632-6085 or email us at eap@notes.cc.sunysb.edu
To join our EAP Lunchtime Learning Listserve 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
26. EAP Lunchtime Learning - Dying to Drive:Keeping Teens Safe on the Road
This presentation is targeted to the parents and guardians of teens, both teens that are drivers, and those that will be driving soon. The program outlines the scope of the problem in regards to the incidence of teen motor vehicle collision injury and identifies methods to reduce the risks. Proven strategies are incorporated in an effort to increase parental involvement in teen motor vehicle crash prevention. The emphasis is on parental involvement in teen driving.
Guest Speakers, Jane McCormak, RN & Susan Katz, RN, MSN
October 22, 2009, 12:00-1:00pm, HSC L2, CR 154
October 28, 2009, 12:00-1:00pm, Women's Colloquium Center, 119 Old Chemistry
To Register Call EAP at 632-6085 or email us at eap@notes.cc.sunysb.edu
To join our EAP Lunchtime Learning Listserve 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
27. 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. Effective Web research requires training and knowledge of select tools and resources. Learn how to do it right: 10 rules for effective Web research, tools and applications for organizing and sharing research online, free online bibliographic tools, online research communities, and the top 5 Web research mistakes. Friday, October 23 @ 10:30 AM on the Southampton campus. Register @
http://www.stonybrook.edu/library/services/instruction/workshops.htm
.
Submitted by: Yuet Tran/Lib
28. Practical Skills For Supervisors... Now Two days!!!
October 19&20. 9:00am - 4:30pm
This 2 day course is skill-based and examines the day-to-day practice of helping employees perform at their optimum level.
Built on practical models of what effective managers think, say and do, the work environment they want to create and the relationships they need to build and sustain, this program focuses on the best practices and techniques necessary to be a highly effective supervisor.
Key Highlights
-A competency approach to supervision
-Coaching and counseling
-Setting direction & focus
-Communication
-Delegation
-Personal styles
-Coaching for sustained development
-Strategies for influencing and motivating
Action Plan
Target Audience:
ALL NEW SUPERVISORS as well as supervisors who have never been formally trained in the supervisory function. Attendance to both dates is mandatory for succesful completion of this program.
Click below to register now!
http://naples.cc.sunysb.edu/training/hrclasses.nsf/wc0028
Submitted by: Lillian Valdez/Admin
29. October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month
Stony Brook with NYS workforce wears Purple for October-Domestic Violence Awareness Month.
Schedule of Information Tables:
Date: Wednesday, October 14, 2009
Where: Stony Brook University Locations:
West Campus: SAC Lobby & Admin. Lobby 11:00am-2:00pm
LISVH Lobby: 11:00am-1:00pm & 3:00-5:00pm
Stony Brook Manhattan - By the Classroom
Stony Brook Southampton: Student Center Lobby by Dining Hall 12:00-2:00pm
Sate: Wednesday, October 21, 2009
Where: Stony Brook University Health Center - Galleria, Mini Health Fair, 11:00am-3:00pm - EAP Table
For Confidential assistance contact EAP: www.stonybrook.edu/eap or 631-632-6085
How does domestic violence impact NYS's workforce?
Time & Attendance, Performance & Productivity, Security & Liability, Increased employee turnover, & Increased health care costs.
NYS Office for the Prevention of Domestic Violence
80 Wolf Road, Albany, NY 12205
518-457-5800
http://www.opdv.state.ny.us/
Submitted by: Allison Hinke/Pres
30. Benefits (State & Research)
October 20. 9:30am - 11:30am
The Benefit presentation will give an overview of the benefits offered to State, Research Foundation and Graduate Student employees. It will also include eligibility requirements, what the departments needs to know and how to utilize the Benefits program as a tool in recruiting new employees.
Click below to register now!
http://naples.cc.sunysb.edu/training/hrclasses.nsf/wc0004
Submitted by: Lillian Valdez/Admin
31. Search And Selection/Effective Interviewing Techniques
10/21/2009 - 9:30am - 12:30am
This one day program is designed to provide information to State and RF managers, search committees and those responsible for interviewing candidates.
The first section will cover:
Identifying the components of a Resume Screening Document
Writing an effective Resume Screening Document
Writing effective Interview Questions
The second section 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 on West Campus, South Campus, HSC, Manhattan and Southampton.
Click below to register now!
http://naples.cc.sunysb.edu/training/hrclasses.nsf/wc0010
Submitted by: Lillian Valdez/Admin
32. Aes/Smrt Training
Tuesday, October 20, 2009 9:30 am to 11:30 am
The Budget Office is joining with the Accounting Office to offer a combined training class on the AES and SMRT systems. Users will see demos of the AES (Account Expenditure Summary) and SMRT (SUNY Management Resource Tool) applications.
Are you responsible for the financial management of your department's STATE and IFR accounts? If so, join us for a workshop on understanding your monthly Accounting Expenditure Summary (AES) reports and the use of the SUNY Management Resource Tool (SMRT) web-based application. Learn how to manage your SUNY accounts with these integrated tools that generate account balance, month end, purchase order, payroll summary, and transaction detail reports.
Click below to register now!
http://naples.cc.sunysb.edu/training/hrclasses.nsf/wc0017
Submitted by: Lillian Valdez/Admin
33. State Appointments
10/27/2009 09:30am 12:00pm
During this three and a half hour session we will cover the following:
-New Hire and Rehire Packages and Appointment Types
-Pay Basis Re-Appointments-Documentation and Reports
-Employment Work Authorization and Notification
-Position and Other Changes - Promotion, Reclassification, Title, etc.
-Non-Renew of Term Appointments
-Permanent Appointment Process
-Extra Service Guidelines
-Paperwork Timelines
-Salary Advances
-Performance Program and Compliance
Target Audience: VP Coordinators, Departmental Personnel Administrators and anyone who is responsible for HR Administration. HSC and WEST Campus employees only
Click below to register now!
http://naples.cc.sunysb.edu/training/hrclasses.nsf/wc0003
Submitted by: Lillian Valdez/Admin
34. Managing IFR Accounts
November 4 9:00am 12:00pm
Instructors
Kathie Diehl, Senior Financial Manager, Accounting,
Eli Mondesir, Assistant Budget Director
This workshop is intended to assist IFR account managers in efficiently budgeting for and managing their IFR programs. We will discuss the financial systems that should be used as resources as well as the rules and regulations that govern these account types.
Target Audience: Personnel responsible for the financial management of their department's IFR accounts.
Click below to register now!
http://naples.cc.sunysb.edu/training/hrclasses.nsf/wc0021
Submitted by: Lillian Valdez/Admin
35. Idependent Contractor Workshop
11/05/2009 10:00am 12:00pm
This workshop will help to identify the difference between an employee and an independent contractor.You will learn about the resources and forms that are available on the internet to help determine what documentation is required by HRS in order to process requests for payment. We'll cover some frequently asked questions, and go over the IRS 20 Factors of the Common Law Test which helps to identify independent contractors.
Target Audience: Anyone responsible for preparing payment requests for Independent Contractors
Click Below to register now!!
http://naples.cc.sunysb.edu/training/hrclasses.nsf/wc0038
Submitted by: Lillian Valdez/Admin
36. Graduate Student Workshop
11/06/2009 - 10:00am - 12:00pm
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
37. HRS Training for Supervisors of Student Assistants and Federal Workstudy
October 29 10:00am 11:30am
Once you have completed How to Hire Student Assistant and Federal Work Study Student SOLAR Training, you should attend this HRS training to learn the next step after an assignment has been created, completing an I-9 Form, entering and approving a student's hours and much more!
Target audience: Supervisors who hire Student Assistant and Federal Work Study Students
Click Below to register now!!
http://naples.cc.sunysb.edu/training/hrclasses.nsf/wc0039
Submitted by: Lillian Valdez/Admin
04. Hospital Workshops/Training
1. The Emerging Leader Program - A Leadership Development Program for Supervisors and Managers
Begins this Month!
This program replaces the Leaders at Every Level Program which was previously offered. There have been many enhancements made to the curriculum. This program supports the Hospital's goal of becoming a High Reliability Organization and helps supervisors and managers acquire the skills to move their department towards achieving this goal. Participants will attend this program as a cohort, which is a best practice that improves retention of information and helps to build working relationships.
Target Audience:
This program is intended for supervisors and managers who have less than five years of management experience or have not attended a formal supervisor/management training program. Registrants who do not meet the criteria but who have development needs that can be met by attending this program, may also register.
Dates/Times: First cohort begins on October 22, 2009
To Register: Click on the link below.
For Questions: Contact Cindy Brodsky @444-5272
http://uhmc-iweb1.uhmc.sunysb.edu/cet/index_files/Page457.htm
Submitted by: Cindy Brodsky/UHMC
05. Conferences/Seminars/Lectures
1. Laufer Center for Computational Biology and Genome Sciences
Tuesday,October 13, 2009
Dr.Eugene V. Koonin, National Center for Biotechnology Information, National Library of Medicine, National Institutes of Health
Title: Systems biology and universals of genome evolution
Host:Dr. Grollman
Chemistry Building Rm.412 4pm.
http://www.pharm.stonybrook.edu
Submitted by: Rosalind Perdomo-Ayala/UHMC
2. Topics in Atmospheric and Oceanic Sciences Seminar
All are welcome to attend a seminar by Professor Fabrice Papa from the NASA Goddard Institute for Space Studies in New York City on Wednesday, October 14 at 12:00 noon. Professor Papa's seminar entitled, "The New Potentials of Multi-satellite Remote Sensing to Study the Global Water and Energy Cycles," will take place at the School of Marine and Atmospheric Sciences (South Campus) in Endeavour Hall 120. 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/SoMAS
3. Senior Citizen Law Day: October 17th, 2009 Professional to provide free educational seminars designed to assist families in life planning.
Senior Citizen Law Day is an opportunity for families to learn from a variety of experts about relevant legal, financial, and health care issues facing seniors. Educational sessions will provide valuable assistance to those planning for the future. The day-long event will be presented by Assemblyman Steve Englebright, the Long Island State Veterans Home, and the Suffolk County Bar Association.
Senior Citizen Law Day will be held on Saturday, October 17th, at the Stony Brook University Student Activities Center from 9 AM to 3 PM.
Professionals will provide 26 information sessions on important topics such as community resources for seniors, identity theft, Medicaid, wills & trusts, estate planning, selecting a nursing home, reverse mortgages, pre-need funeral arrangements, and more.
The event is open to the public and free of charge. Space is limited and a light lunch will be provided, therefore registration is recommended. To register, please call 751-3094.
Submitted by: Jonathan Spier/LISVH
4. Chemistry Department Seminar
on Thursday 10/15/2009, Dr. Julia Chan from Louisiana State University will be having a seminar entitled, 'Crystal Growth and Physical Properties of Intermetallics: Challenges and Opportunities.'
in Chemistry Dept, Room 412 at 4-6PM. All are welcomed.
http://chemistry.lsu.edu/chan/
Submitted by: Lizandia Perez/CAS
5. Biomedical Engineering Seminar Series Lecture
The Role of Biomacromolecular Complexes in Fracture and Turnover of Bone's Extracellular Matrix, Deepak Vashishth, Ph.D., Associate Professor, Dept. of Biomedical Engineering, Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute, Troy, NY
Wed., October 14, 2009
Atkins Learning Center, Health Sciences Center, L4
4:00 PM
Submitted by: Anne Marie Dusatko/UHMC
6. Stemming the Tide of Ocean Extinctions
Come hear Ellen Pikitch, Executive Director of the Institute for Ocean Conservation Science, talk about the causes and effects of marine extinction.
The lecture is one of six Inauguration Faculty Lectures and will take place on Wednesday,
October 21, at the Charles B. Wang Center from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m.
For a complete schedule visit www.stonybrook.edu/inauguration
http://www.stonybrook.edu/inauguration
Submitted by: Karen Keeley/UAff
7. Sorting Fact from Fiction in the News
Come hear Stony Brook University School of Journalism Dean Howard Schneider talk about specific strategies to sort fiction from fact, uninformed opinion from news, and unsubstantiated rumor from verifiable news accounts in the Digital Age, where a flood of information and misinformation are generated around the world, around the clock.
The lecture is one of six Inauguration Faculty Lectures and will take place on Saturday, October 24, at the Javits Center, Room 102, from 11:30 am to 12:30 p.m.
For a complete schedule visit www.stonybrook.edu/inauguration
http://www.stonybrook.edu/inauguration
Submitted by: Karen Keeley/UAff
8. Jules Feiffer, SB Southampton, October 14 at 7 PM
For the MFA's next installment of its Writers Speak series, join acclaimed wise-and funny-man Jules Feiffer in Duke Lecture/Chancellors Hall at Stony Brook Southampton. The event, at 7PM on Wednesday, Oct. 14th, is free and open to the public. Feiffer's memoir, Backing Into Forward, is forthcoming from Nan Talese/Doubleday. His Pulitzer prize-winning cartoon ran for 42 years in The Village Voice. His sensibility permeates a wide range of creative work: from his Obie-winning play Little Murders, to his screenplay for Carnal Knowledge, to his Oscar-winning anti-military short subject animation Munro. Other works include screenplays for Popeye and I Want To Go Home, best screenplay winner at the Venice Film Festival. Taking inspiration from his three daughters, he has reinvented himself as children's author with the award-winning Bark George, I Lost My Bear, and The Man In The Ceiling. More information: 632-5030.
http://www.stonybrook.edu/sb/southampton/mfa/writers_speak.shtml
Submitted by: Carla Caglioti/Prov
9. Center for Italian Studies/Alfonse D'Amato Chair Series Lecture: Vincenzo Pascale, Rutgers University
Center for Italian Studies/Alfonse D'Amato Chair Series Lecture; Thursday, October 29, 2009. 1 p.m. Professor Vincenzo Pascale, Rutgers University. Topic: "Italian Expatriates to the USA: A Reconsideration". Location: Stony Brook University's Center for Italian Studies Meeting Room, Frank Melville Memorial Library, Room E4340. All are invited. Free and open to the public. Call 631-632-7444 for additional information.
Submitted by: Josephine Fusco/CAS
10. Dr. Manthia Diawara, New York University, to speak at Humanities Institute Wednesday, October 14th 4PM Humanities 1006
Dr. Manthia Diawara will present the following lecture at the Humanities Institute on Wednesday, October 14th 4PM room 1006 Humanities: Sembene Ousmane and the Aesthetics of African Cinema. Dr. Diawara, Chair of the Africana Studies Department at New York University, is interested in the "unfinished business of black modernity" and the ways in which the African diasporic cultural production challenges the simplistic periodizations of modernity and post modernity. Questions? Call Ann Berrios at 631 632 9983.
http://www.sunysb.edu/humanities
Submitted by: Ann Berrios/CAS
11. Ecology & Evolution Seminar "Understanding the Ecology & Evolution of Infectious Disease Using Genomic Sequencing"
3:30 P.M., Wednesday, October 14, 2009, Life Sciences Building, Room 038. Dr. Michael Feldgarden, Genome Sequencing & Analysis Program, The Broad Institute of Harvard & MIT. Host: Dr. Daniel Dykhuizen. If you need a disability-related accommodation, please call: The Department of Ecology & Evolution at (631) 632-8600.
Submitted by: Martha Nolan/CAS
12. Does Prehistory Matter in the 21st Century?
Come hear Professor Richard Leakey, Professor of Anthropology at Stony Brook and Chairman for the Turkana Basin Institute speak about the challenges we face in the 21st Century.
The son of archeologists Louis and Mary Leakey, Richard has lived a vibrant life that included work as a Kenyan politician, paleoanthropologist, and conservationist. He is the author of Wildlife Wars: My Battles to Save Kenya's Elephants (2001). Dr. Leakey joined the Stony Brook University faculty in 2002.
The lecture is one of six Inauguration Faculty Lectures. Dr. Leakey's lecture takes place on Thursday, October 22, at the Staller Center Main Stage from 5:00 to 6:30 pm.
For a complete schedule visit: www.stonybrook.edu/inauguration
http://www.stonybrook.edu/inauguration
Submitted by: Karen Keeley/UAff
13. School of Marine and Atmospheric Sciences Friday Colloquium Series - SoMAS
Please join us for an Oceans and Atmospheric Colloquium by Dr. Vicki Ferrini, Associate Research Scientist at Lamont-Doherty Earth Observatory. Her seminar entitled; "A New Era in Oceanography - From high-resolution mapping in the deep sea to new science opportunities enabled through data sharing", will be presented on Friday, October 16, 2009 at 12:00 noon at the School of Marine and Atmospheric Sciences in Endeavour Hall 120 (South Campus).
http://www.somas.stonybrook.edu/news_events/oac.html
Submitted by: Chester Frost/SoMAS
14. Department of Chemistry Seminar
On Thursday, 10/15/09 Dr. Julia Chan from Louisiana State University will be having a seminar entitled: Crystal Growth and Physical Properties of Intermetallics: Challenges and Opportunities. Located in Chemistry Dept, Room 412 between 4:00-6:00 PM
http://chemistry.lsu.edu/chan/
Submitted by: Lizandia Perez/CAS
15. University of Missouri School of Medicine, Information Session
The Academic & Pre-Professional Advising Center is happy to host Ms. Traci Wilson-Kleekamp, Diversity Coordinator, from the University of Missouri School of Medicine. Presentation for interested students on Tuesday, October 13, 10am, SAC 305.
Submitted by: Joanmarie Maniaci/Prov
06. Hosp/HSC Conferences/Seminars/Lectures
1. Pharmacological Sciences
Monday,October 12, 2009
Onika Murray Graduate Student
Faculty/Student Workshop
Tiltle:"Reduction of Pancreatic Cancer Growth by Phosphosulindac"
Host: Dr. Basil Rigas
Location BST 8 Room 180
Tuesday,October 13, 2009
Dr.Tim Stearns
Standford University
Title: Centrioles,Cilia,and the Asymmetric Cell Divisions
Host:Dr. Takemaru
Location:BST 8 Room180
http://www.pharm.stonybrook.edu
Submitted by: Rosalind Perdomo-Ayala/UHMC
2. Abhimanyu Garg, MD, "Leptin Therapy: The Promise, the Disappointment and the Silver Lining"
NIH General Clinical Research Center (GCRC, Department of Medicine Seminar Series, Abhimanyu Garg, MD, Professor of Internal Medicine Chief, Division of Nutrition and Metabolic Diseases, Endowed Chair in Human Nutrition Research,UT Southwestern Medical Center at Dallas
Wednesday, October 14, 2009, 7:30 am to 8:30am
Department of Medicine Conference Room, HSC T16 - Room 025
Submitted by: Diane Ruenes/UHMC
07. Charitable
1. C.S.E.A. Local 614 Fundraiser
C.S.E.A. Local 614 Women's and Outreach Committees are uniting again to raise funds for a local youth organization to promote better health and enforce positive influences in children. All baskets have been hand made by parents of a soccer team. Please show your support by purchasing raffle tickets on Wednesday, October 14th and Thursday, October 15th, from 8:00am to 3:00pm, drawing to be held Friday, October 16th at 12:00pm. The fundraiser will be held oustide the local union office, located in the Health Sciences Center, level 5, near the delo. Call 4-3680 or 2-6575 for details.
Submitted by: Louise Melious/Admin
2. We Need You To Support The SBU Cat Network
...And there are lots of ways you can:
1) By donating money or time to care for the homeless cats living on campus. (Our mission is to trap and neuter all of them, adopt out the adoptable ones, and feed the remaining ones every day for the rest of their lives.)
2) By providing one of our rescues with a permanent home or with a temporary foster home. We have lots of rescues and no formal facilities.
3) By voting daily at theanimalrescuesite.com. We're in a national contest that counts vote totals through the Fall. All votes help, and it takes about 15 seconds a day. Email nfranklin@notes.cc.sunysb.edu to put yourself on the daily reminder list.
If you want to find out about our available cats, or if you want to help or contribute, contact Nancy Franklin at nfranklin@notes.cc.sunysb.edu. Thanks!!
http://www.sinc.sunysb.edu/clubs/sbucat/index.php
Submitted by: Nancy Franklin/CAS
3. Put Your Old Phone to Good Use!!
Recycling your old phone can help victims of Domestic Violence. Please click on the link below for further inforamtion:
http://www.stonybrook.edu/hr/data/Wireless_Drive.pdf
Submitted by: Lillian Valdez/Admin
4. Domestic Violence Awarness Month - Partners in Purple 2009
Stony Brook invites all faculty and staff to show their support for ending Domestic Violence by wearing PURPLE on Wednesday, October 14th.
Please click below for further information
http://www.stonybrook.edu/hr/data/Partners_in_Purple.pdf
Submitted by: Lillian Valdez/Admin
08. Culture & Entertainment
1. Wellness Center 3 Day Free Pass!!!
All Faculty & Staff can now experience the Wellness Center for FREE with our 3 Day Free Pass. Faculty & Staff can sign up for a FREE pass by visiting the Wellness Office in the Student Activities Center, Room 225. The pass is good for any 3 Days during the fall semester. All you will need in order to sign up is your Stony Brook University ID card. You will also be able to register for one of our 3 Day Free passes by visiting the Wellness Center during our Free Friday dates in the month of October. The Wellness Center is located in the Student Activities Center, Room 307 and you can visit the campus recreation webpage at www.recreation.sunysb.edu for more information. If you have any questions regarding this promotion please do not hesitate to contact us at 632-6850 or by emailing steven.macchiarolo@stonybrook.edu.
http://studentaffairs.stonybrook.edu/rec/free_fridays.shtml
Submitted by: Steven Macchiarolo/Pres
2. The Khoomei Taiko Ensemble
Saturday, October 17, 2009 at 8:00 pm in the Wang Center Theatre
The Khoomei-Taiko Ensemble combines Japanese and Mongolian musical genres in a not-to-be-missed performance. From Taiko drums to Khoomei throat singing, these performers open your eyes, ears, and hearts to the spirit of both cultures.
Co-sponsored with the Japan Center at Stony Brook
Tickets: VIP $35; General $20; Senior $15; Student $10
20% discounts for groups of 5 or more
To contact us email wangcenter@stonybrook.edu or call (631)632-4400.
http://www.stonybrook.edu/wang
Submitted by: Jennifer Iacona/Pres
3. Film: A Tale of Two Sisters
Thursday, October 22, 7:00 pm, Wang Center Theater
Two young sisters recovering from an unnamed trauma must face a mysterious past in this excellent South Korean shocker, a worldwide hit upon its release and based on an old Korean fairy tale. Equal parts drama, mystery, and ghost story, A Tale of Two Sisters is a richly complex and challenging cinematic treat. (115 minutes, Korean with English subtitles, 2003).
Free admission
http://www.stonybrook.edu/wang
Submitted by: Jennifer Iacona/Pres
4. Sita Sings the Blues
The Greatest Break-Up Story Ever Told, Sita is a Hindu goddess and a dutiful wife who follows her husband Rama on a 14 year exile, only to be kidnapped by an evil king from Sri Lanka, in India's epic the Ramayana. In a delightful animated adaptation, Sita Sings the Blues parallels the director's life to the classic epic when her husband breaks up their marriage via email from India.
Tuesday, October 20, 7:00 pm, Wang Center Theater
http://www.stonybrook.edu/wang
Submitted by: Jennifer Iacona/Pres
5. Harpsichord Performance in the University Bookstore on October 14
The Bookstore staff will host this Campus Lifetime Event on Wednesday, October 14, from 1:00PM-2:00PM in the University Bookstore. Bethany Cencer, a DMA/PhD student in the music school, will introduce the harpsichord and perform music by a variety of composers on an authentic instrument. Take advantage of this opportunity to hear history come to life! Light refreshments will be served. Faculty, students, and staff are all welcome.
Submitted by: Martina Robotham/FSA
6. Astonished Harvest: Poetry Workshop
A place to share your thoughts, listen, hone your writing skills. Are there things you'd like to say, feelings to express? We are a group of persons, from the Health Sciences Center and the interested in exploring the interface of poetry and medicine.
http://www.sunysb.edu/bioethics/astharv.shtml
Submitted by: Michael Roess/GST
7. Folk-rock legend Willie Nile returns to play Stony Brook at The University Cafe Sunday October 18th 2 P.M.
It's been almost twenty-nine years to the day when Willie Nile performed at Stony Brook. He will return on Sunday October 18th to play a 2 P.M. show at The University Cafe.
Expect great original songs drawn from an amazing performing career, from the early "Vagabond Moon" to the recent "The Streets of New York"
from this master song-writer and performer.
From his initial appearance on the New York music scene in 1980 right to today, critics hold Willie Nile in high regard. His fellow performer, Little Steven (Van Zandt) has said of him: Willie Nile is so good I can't believe he's not from New Jersey.
Advance sale at $20.00 until Thursday October October 15th at www.universitycafe.org. $25.00 at door if available.
Information inquires to SundayStreetWUSB@aol.com or 632-1093
http://www.universitycafe.org
Submitted by: Charles Backfish/CAS
8. Inauguration "Communiversity" Day
Stony Brook University invites all students, faculty, staff, and alumni, and members of the community to come watch the Seawolves take on Coastal Carolina University, 3:30 pm, at LaValle Stadium, during our first-ever "Communiversity" Day on Saturday, October 24.
Celebrate community with football, the 8th annual Downey Heroes Classic featuring five local fire departments, and guests of Parent/Family Day. There will be special events for kids and a halftime show honoring Stony Brook's fifth President, Dr. Samuel Stanley Jr., MD.
For more details, visit www.stonybrook.edu/inauguration
http://www.stonybrook.edu/inauguration
Submitted by: Karen Keeley/UAff
9. Inauguration Musical Showcase
The Stony Brook University campus community is invited to the Inauguration Musical Showcase at 4 pm in Staller Center Recital Hall on Wednesday, October 21.
The event is free. Seating available on a first-come, first-served basis.
Program:
Johannes Brahms, Sonata for Clarinet and Piano, Op. 120 No. 2 in E-flat Major, Allegro Amabile by Alan Kay, clarinet, and Christina Dahl, piano
Levy Lorenzo, Improvisation for Teacups and Lights
Tiburtio Massaino, Canzon Trigesima Terza per otto bassi by Colin Carr and the Stony Brook Cello Ensemble
Claudio Monteverdi, Lamento d'Arianna
by Arthur Haas, harpsichord; Christine Free, soprano; Christa Patton, baroque harp, and Jason Priset, theorbo
Thierry de Mey, Musique de Tables for three percussionists by Eduardo Leandro, Ryan Nestor, and Rafael Alberto
Antonin Dvorak, Terzetto for Two Violins and Viola, Op. 74, Scherzo and Finale (Themes and Variations) by members of the Emerson String Quartet
Visit www.stonybrook.edu/inauguration
http://www.stonybrook.edu/inauguration
Submitted by: Karen Keeley/UAff
09. For-Pay Workshops/Courses
1. Adobe Fireworks CS3
NCE 327 - 3 sessions - Fee: $209
Create web graphics, from a simple logo to a sophisticated rollover or pop-up menu, with this user-friendly program from the leader in web design software applications. Fireworks writes the JavaScript required for complex web graphics,
and seamlessly merges with Dreamweaver, Macromedia's web layout program. This course is a thorough introduction to this powerful program. Students will create their own graphics to be incorporated into their website designs in Dreamweaver.
Required Text: To be announced
Cost of text is not included in the course fee. Students must bring textbook to the first class meeting.
10% discount University employees and students, CSEA LEAP Vouchers accepted
Registration Form at
http://www.stonybrook.edu/spd/career/registration.html
For questions call 632-7022
Section C: Wednesdays, 6-9pm; November 18 & 25; December 2, 2009
Submitted by: Amy Margolies/Prov
2. 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 F (4 Sessions); Mondays, 6-9pm; October 19, 26; November 2 & 9, 2009
10% discount for University employees and Students. CSEA LEAP Vouchers accepted
Submitted by: Amy Margolies/Prov
3. Maximizing Your 401k - Retiring in a Down Economy
NCE 775 * 4 Sessions * Fee $275
The focus of this course is to educate and comprehend your retirement plan. Learn strategies to get the best possible benefit from your existing plan even in a down economy.
The course categories will include:
*The ten most common mistakes people make regarding their 401k and other retirement plans
*Understanding your options at retirement
*What happens when I take a loan?
*Why a "Roth IRA" may be the best retirement vehicle for you
*The "Big three" to watch for when planning retirement
*Where do I put my money now?
10% discount University employees and students, CSEA Vouchers accepted
Registration Form at
http://www.stonybrook.edu/spd/career/registration.html
Section A: Tuesdays, 6-8pm; November 10, 17 & 24; December 1, 2009
http://www.stonybrook.edu/spd/career
Submitted by: Amy Margolies/Prov
4. Group Ballroom Dance Lessons
We are teaching East Coast Swing at 7pm, Hustle at 8pm and Salsa at 9pm. Lessons are $10/pp for one dance and are held at the Student Union Ballroom. Please e-mail Victor Poon, vipoon@ams.sunysb.edu for more information.
http://www.liballroom.org
Submitted by: Victor Poon/CEAS
5. The Khoomei Taiko Ensemble: Drumming workshop
Saturday, October 17, 2009 at 12:00 pm in the Wang Center Theatre
Co-sponsored with the Japan Center at Stony Brook
Tickets: $25(20% discount for VIP ticket holders)
Please reserve a ticket. Space is very limited!
To contact us email wangcenter@stonybrook.edu or call (631)632-4400.
http://www.stonybrook.edu/wang
Submitted by: Jennifer Iacona/Pres
6. A Workshop on Breath And Core Support by Fulbright Scholar Sabrina Castillo from Guatemala City, Friday October 16: 11AM-2PM
Know Your Body: Learn and Move. This workshop will be an introduction to breath and core support as understood in the Bartenieff Fundamentals. It will develop into notions of connectivity and body architecture where "imagined triangles" and their elasticity will help the mover experience new ways of moving. Open to all levels. Cost: $20. Place: 114 Nassau Hall, South Campus
Submitted by: Amy Yopp Sullivan/CAS
7. Adobe Photoshop CS3
NCE 321 * 12 Sessions * Fee $629
Professional artists, amateur photographers and Web novices should know the fundamentals of Photoshop, the most powerful image editing software on the market. Learn how to prepare photographs for offset printing or create good-looking scans for your personal homepage.
Topics covered will include the Photoshop work area, image basics, working with selections, working with layers, painting, masks, channels, creating special effects, basic pen tool techniques and creating images for electronic publishing. (Windows environment)
Required Text: Adobe Photoshop CS3 Classroom in a Book (ISBN # 0321492021). Cost of text is not included in the course fee. Students must bring textbook to the first class meeting.
10% discount University employees and students, CSEA Vouchers accepted
Registration Form at
http://www.stonybrook.edu/spd/career/registration.html
Section A: Tuesdays, 6-9pm; November 10, 17 & 24; December 1, 8 & 15, 2009; January 5, 12, 19 & 26; February 2 & 9, 2010
http://www.stonybrook.edu/spd/computer
Submitted by: Amy Margolies/Prov
8. Tai Chi and Chi Kung: Balance Enhancement and Fall Prevention. Taught by Laura Shapiro. Sat, Oct 17: 2:30-4:30pm
This workshop is designed for people dealing with various challenges to secure balance as well as family members and healthcare practitioners, staff and students who work with them. The workshop will develop an overview of Eastern and Western approaches and cultivate the inner strength of body, mind and spirit. Cost: $20. Place: 114 Nassau Hall, South Campus. Join us in this learning and moving experince. Cost: $20. Place: 114 Nassau Hall, South Campus
Submitted by: Amy Yopp Sullivan/CAS
9. Falling: A workshop on the dance techniques of falling. Taught by Heather Connolly Granger of MadCap Dance Company
This workshop will focus on movement to prepare the body for safe, dynamic "Falls" to the ground. Specific moves to the floor include: inward, downward spiral from standing and leap position, as well as laterally from standing and jumping movements. Falls will be broken down step by step. Date: Sunday, Oct 18. Time: 4:00-6:00PM. Place: 114 Nassau Hall, South Campus
Submitted by: Amy Yopp Sullivan/CAS
10. Employee Class: Body/Mind Centering for Stress Reduction. Wednesday, October 14; 5-6PM. Taught by Amy Yopp Sullivan.
This workshop will offer training and tools for recovering your center and grounding, developing breath and flow, and allowing the body to distribute the workload of your daily tasks in order to promote enhanced movement and relaxation. Introductory Rate: $10./per session. Sessions on Wednesdays October 7, November 11 and December 9. Come to one or all.Place: 114 Nassau Hall, South Campus
Submitted by: Amy Yopp Sullivan/CAS
10. Research
1. 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
2. Efficacy and Safety of VICRIVIROC in HIV-Infected Treatment Naive Subjects
Must be 18 yrs 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 @ 631-444-1659
Submitted by: Diane Ruenes/UHMC
3. 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
4. Research Volunteers Wanted Seniors 60 and Over
In reasonably good health are needed to participate in a research study. Compensation up to $250.00 The General Clinical Research Center at Stony Brook University Hospital For more information contact Teresa Hunt-Goncalves, NP, 631-444-9362
Submitted by: Diane Ruenes/UHMC
5. Volunteers Needed for a Study of Normal Child Emotions
African-American and Hispanic children who are 5 1/2 - 6 1/2 years of age are needed. Families will be paid $245. The study involves two visits to Stony Brook University with your child. Visit 1. Your child will play with toys and games with our staff and you will be asked about your child's emotional and behavioral development. Visit 2. You and your child will work on activities together and your child will play games during a psycho physiological assessment. Please call Laura to learn more about this personality study. 631-632-4115
Submitted by: Diane Ruenes/UHMC
6. Seeking Volunteers With Recent Diagnosis of Type I Diabetes
Looking for Children and Adolescents,from 6 years of age and older, with a recent diagnosis of Type I Diabetes to participate in a six (6) month study to see if Pioglitazone can reduce insulin requirements. 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
11. Miscellaneous
1. Wednesday morning Fitness and Nature Walk through the Ashley Schiff Preserve
Discover the miles of woodland trails that run through the Stony Brook campus. Every Wednesday morning, 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. We walk meet every Wednesday at 7:30am, 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
2. University PreSchool Registration 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
3. Campus Child Care Available
Stony Brook Child Care is now accepting applications for children 2 months through 5 years old. NAEYC accredited Center with caring, professional early childhood teachers, low child-to-teacher ratio, sliding fee scale. Call 632-6930 for more information and to arrange a tour. Visit our website at www.sunysb.edu/childcare.
Submitted by: Patricia Birbiglia/Affl
4. To accelerate your studies, use your breaks...
Your winter and summer breaks! This winter you can earn 3 credits in 3 weeks at Stony Brook's Winter Session with additional credits for select courses. Day and evening classes are available. Winter session runs January 5 to January 22, 2010.
Winter Registration begins on November 9.
http://stonybrook.edu/winter
Submitted by: Jan Potter/UAff
5. Estee Lauder Special Invitation Warehouse Sale
Estee Lauder Special Invitation Warehouse Sale - e-mail Mary Gallino at Notes or Mary.Gallino@stonybrook.edu for tickets for November 14.
No calls please.
Submitted by: Augusta Kuhn/CEAS
6. General Job & Internship Fair (Business, Healthcare, Government, Non-Profit, Human Services & Communications)
This Fair will take place on 10/14/09 from 12PM-3PM in SAC Ballrooms A and B. Employers will be on campus to discuss the organizations they represent and available job and internship opportunities. Students may meet representatives, have brief interviews, and leave resumes with a significant number and variety of employers. To view the most updated list of employers that will be present, log on to ZebraNet. Students must enter with a Stony Brook or SUNY ID.
http://www.stonybrook.edu/career
Submitted by: Antony Lin/OSA