Campus Announcements for the week of 11/26/2007
Table of Contents
01. Administrative
1. Presidential Awards & Mini-Grants Reinstated For The 2007 – 08 Academic Year
2. Aids Memorial Quilt To Be On Display At Stony Brook
03. Workshops/Courses/Training
1. EAP Lunchtime Learning-Labyrinth Walking: Pathway to Stress Management & Improved Performance
2. EAP Lunchtime Learning - How Does Credit Affect Your Everyday Life Presented by American Debt Resources
3. Lawson Requisition Training
4. EAP Lunchtime Learning - How to Use Your Credit Cards Wisely During this Holiday Season, presented by American Debt Resources
5. EAP Lunchtime Learning-Personality Self-Portrait
6. Nanotechnology Safety Webinar hosted by EH&S. December 4, 2 PM Wang Center, Lecture Hall 2
7. Mastering Preformance Reviews
8. Americans With Disabilties Act Awareness Training For Supervisors and Managers
04. Conferences/Seminars/Lectures
1. HISB presents Dr. K. Anthony Appiah, Laurance S. Rockefeller Professor of Philosopy, Princeton University, November 29th 4:30PM Room 1006 Humanities
2. Topics in Atmospheric and Oceanic Sciences Seminar, 11/28/07
3. Ocean And Atmospheric Colloquium, November 30, 2007
4. Biochemistry & Cell Biology Seminar: Thursday, November 29, 2007
5. Mechanical Engineering Distinguished Lecture: Behavior and Modeling of Nanocomposites. Friday, November 30, 2007
6. Ecology and Evolution Seminar"Acidification and Recovery of Freshwater Lakes: Factors Controlling Zooplankton Responses"
7. Chemistry Seminar: Thursday, November 29, 2007
8. The Humanities Institute's Faculty Lecture Series presentsDr. Daniel Levy, Assoc. Professor, Dept. of Sociology, November 28th 12:40PM Hum 1009
9. Templeton Trust Lectures
10. Neuroscience Seminar Series
11. SPECIAL SEMINAR at the School of Marine and Atmospheric Sciences, November 29, 2007
12. Computer Science Distinguished Lecturer Series Talk (12/3, 2:15pm, CS 2311): Dr. David Stork, Chief Scientist, Ricoh Innovations.
05. Hosp/HSC Conferences/Seminars/Lectures
1. NetAnatomy Free Trial
2. Department of Pharmacological Sciences Seminar Series
06. Charitable
1. Stony Brook Child Care Services Scholastic Book Fair
2. You can win two tickets to anywhere American Airlines flies within the contiguous US!
3. Holiday Donations For Veterans
4. CSEA Local 614 Fund Raiser
07. Culture & Entertainment
1. Stony Brook Opera to perform Bellini's I Capuleti ed i Montecchi (Romeo and Juliet) November 27, 2007
2. Join us at the Annual Lighting of the Stony Brook Southampton Windmill
3. Emerson String Quartet, Thursday, November 29 at 8:00 pm, Staller Center Recital Hall. (631)632-ARTS or www.stallercenter.com
4. Holiday Pottery Sale, Student Union, December 4 and 5
5. Innovative folk duos at The University Cafe on Sunday afternoons The Pines (December 2nd) and The Nields (December 9th)
08. For-Pay Workshops/Courses
1. Defensive Driving
2. Center for Legal Studies at the School of Professional Development
09. Research
1. Take Part In Clinical Research Studies
2. Are You Overweight?
3. Do You Have Osteoarthritis Of The Joint At The Base Of Your Thumb?
4. Levothyroxine Study
5. Seeking Healthy Overweight Women - Sleep Research
6. Do You Have Prostate Cancer?
7. Effect of Pioglitazone on the course of new onset Type I Diabetes
8. Study of HIV+/AIDS and Chromium Picolinate
9. Brookhaven National LaboratoryCrack or cocaine problems?
10. The SB Heart Failure and Cardiomyopathy Center is seeking volunteers with heart failure to participate in its research studies.
11. Do You Have A Foot Or Leg Wound That Just Won’T Seem To Heal?
12. Are you mentally prepared for the LSAT-GRE-GMAT?
13. Seeking Volunteers With A History Of Asthma
10. Miscellaneous
1. Stony Brook University College of Business - MBA Open House
2. The Humanities Institute of Stony Brook offers an Undergraduate Award for the 2007/2008 academic year
3. 20th Annual Photo Contest
4. United University Professions West Campus Holiday Party
5. Department of Pathology - Job Opportunity
6. Holiday Discount Specials on iPods at Seawolves MarketPlace
7. Add a new Mac to your Mac for $99.00 at Seawolves MarketPlace.
8. Register Now for Stony Brook Day in Albany March 4, 2008
9. Opportunities for "Green" Networking
10. New and Used Sale - December 3
11. Job Opportunity - Lead Storeroom Worker
01. Administrative
1. Presidential Awards & Mini-Grants Reinstated For The 2007 – 08 Academic Year
The Presidential Awards & Mini-Grants programs have been reinstated for the 2007 - 08 academic year. Nominations and applications are welcomed, and due in the President’s Office by February 29, 2008. The Presidential Awards comprise the Excellence in Classified Service and Excellence in Team Achievement awards, as well as the Dr. William McAdoo Presidential Award for Excellence in Diversity and Affirmative Action. Each awardee is given a certificate at the Annual Awards Dinner in the fall, as well as a cash award of $1,000. The Mini-Grants categories comprise Departmental Diversity, and Innovative Teaching Projects. Each awardee is given a certificate formally at the annual Awards dinner in the fall, and each mini-grant can attain a maximum of $10,000, drawing upon a pool of $30,000 in each of the two mini-grant categories. For complete information, as well as nomination and application forms, go to the URL listed below.
http://stonybrook.edu/pres/awards/
Submitted by: Susan Hines/Pres
2. Aids Memorial Quilt To Be On Display At Stony Brook
Stony Brook is pleased and privileged to host the return of the AIDS Memorial Quilt to campus. Stony Brook will have the largest display of the Quilt in Suffolk County. Opening ceremonies will take place Thursday, November 29th at 10 a.m. in the Student Activities Center Ballroom A, where the Quilt will remain on display until 10 p.m. Additionally, in an ongoing effort to help curb the spread of the AIDS epidemic, free HIV testing will be available at the Student Health Center on the day following the display, November 30. For more information the AIDS Memorial Quilt project nationally, please go to the URL listed below.
http://www.aidsquilt.org
Submitted by: Susan Hines/Pres
03. Workshops/Courses/Training
1. EAP Lunchtime Learning-Labyrinth Walking: Pathway to Stress Management & Improved Performance
Take a break from the stress of modern life by going back a few thousand years. People are discovering anew that walking the concentric circles of ancient labyrinths can create inner peace and healing. EAP invites you to join Labyrinth Builder, Ed O'Connell, for a refreshing introduction to the Red Dragon Labyrinth as a walking meditation practice.
Guest Speaker, Ed O’Connell
November 29th, 12:00-1:00, SB Labyrinth
To register call EAP at 26085
http://www.stonybrook.edu/eap
Submitted by: Linda Tatem/Pres
2. EAP Lunchtime Learning - How Does Credit Affect Your Everyday Life Presented by American Debt Resources
This interactive workshop will address the necessity of having good credit and how it applies to more than just obtaining a loan or a credit card. We will discuss how to receive and read a free credit report from all three of the major credit bureaus. The tools will be given to you on how to track your spending patterns on a daily and monthly basis. When you use your credit cards we will address what are the right ways to charge and the correct ways to pay. We will discuss the psychological spending patterns of consumers and how your creditors target those patterns. All educational material will be provided for you at no cost to further assist you in obtaining and keeping good credit.
December 6th, 11:30-12:20, Wang Center, Room 201
To register call EAP at 632-6085
http://www.stonybrook.edu/eap
Submitted by: Linda Tatem/Pres
3. Lawson Requisition Training
Lawson Requisition Training Classes will be held on a weekly basis, to see available dates please click on the calendar link:
http://uhmc-iweb1.uhmc.sunysb.edu/lawsonsupport/index_files/Page909.htm
.
All classes will be held in the Lawson Training Room #797, Level One, right next to the Blue Elevators. To schedule for any of these classes please contact Michele Thomas, Lawson Support Specialist, Ext. 4-7805. There will be 2 parts covered in these classes, the first half will cover ordering from any of the Storerooms in the Hospital and the second half will cover ordering from an outside Vendor. I suggest that all new hospital employees and/or if you are interested in taking a refresher course, please contact us to attend one of these classes.
Submitted by: Michele Thomas/UHMC
4. EAP Lunchtime Learning - How to Use Your Credit Cards Wisely During this Holiday Season, presented by American Debt Resources
This workshop will cover how holiday spending and aggressive marketing can entice consumers to spend more than they can afford. We will discuss the psychological spending patterns of consumers during this time of the year and all year round.
The use of credit cards and their minimum monthly payment calculations are broken down to reveal the reason for the extremely long payoffs. We will discuss the tools for smart spending to understand that we sometimes have a false impression of what it will take to pay off these bills in a reasonable amount of time.
A real world exercise will be presented to enlighten consumers on how they feel when they use their credit cards compared to when they use cash. This workshop is accompanied with a handout of all the information that will be addressed.
December 6th, 12:35-1:30, Wang Center, Room 201
To register call EAP at 632-6085
http://www.stonybrook.edu/eap
Submitted by: Linda Tatem/Pres
5. EAP Lunchtime Learning-Personality Self-Portrait
Ever wonder why we think, work, love and act the way we do? Lots of people have pondered the very same question and will join you at this fun workshop. It may give you some insight into your friend, partner, kids, boss, maybe even yourself! A personal questionnaire will be distributed so you can do a little research into your own personality style. We’ll spend some time specifically addressing how the recognition of personality styles can make for more pleasant work environments and less conflict in interpersonal relationships of any type.
Presenter, Allison Hinke, LCSW
December 11th, 12:00-1:00, Wang Center, Room 201
To register call EAP at 632-6085.
http://www.stonybrook.edu/eap
Submitted by: Linda Tatem/Pres
6. Nanotechnology Safety Webinar hosted by EH&S. December 4, 2 PM Wang Center, Lecture Hall 2
EH&S is hosting a webinar on Nanotechnology Health and Safety: Case Studies in the Occupational Setting. This webinar goes beyond Nano 101 and will be focused on current issues and case studies for occupational health and safety. The speakers are leading the nanosafety program within NIOSH (
http://www.cdc.gov/niosh/topics/nanotech
). Course Information Link:
http://www.acgih.org/events/course/Nanotech_webinar.htm
(do not register at this link! Contact EH&S to register!)
This webinar will discuss the uncertainties associated with the hazards and potential risks of working with engineered nanoparticles; describe ways to help manage exposure to engineered nanoparticles; and illustrate how occupational health and safety controls, both engineering and administrative, can be implemented to better manage worker health and safety.
Contact Kim Auletta, EH&S, (2-6410 or kim.auletta@stonybrook.edu) for additional information or to register. Seating Limited.
Submitted by: Kim Auletta/Admin
7. Mastering Preformance Reviews
December 4, 2007 9:30am 12:30pm
Just as faculty members evaluate students on their performance in courses through papers, tests, classroom discussion, etc., managers evaluate employees on the quality and quantity of their work performance. These evaluations are made every day, every week, every month, depending on how closely the manager works with or observes his/her employees. These informal ratings form the basis for what we now call the more formal "performance appraisal" or "performance review".
This program is designed to:
Clarify the manager's role as a communicator, counselor and mentor.
Guide the manager through the process: from preparing for and conducting the appraisal session, to concluding the appraisal session, with follow-up.
Target Audience: Managers and supervisors responsible for managing the performance of others.
Seating is limited so register today!
Click the below link to register
http://naples.cc.sunysb.edu/Admin/HRSForms.nsf/aac30a50eebe3a8185256a6f004b0a84/7c48757ce9aedf9a85256a8d004b4293/$FILE/HRSF0007.doc
Submitted by: Lillian Valdez/Admin
8. Americans With Disabilties Act Awareness Training For Supervisors and Managers
December 5, 2007 10:30am 12:00pm
Statistics say one in five people have a disability. This is one minority group that any one of us could join at any given moment in our lives. Employees need to know their rights and responsibilities. Supervisors and managers should have working knowledge of the ADA, a civil rights law and know how best to serve employees with disabilities. Learn how and when to refer to the office of Disability Support Services.
Click the below link to register
http://naples.cc.sunysb.edu/Admin/HRSForms.nsf/aac30a50eebe3a8185256a6f004b0a84/7c48757ce9aedf9a85256a8d004b4293/$FILE/HRSF0007.doc
Submitted by: Lillian Valdez/Admin
04. Conferences/Seminars/Lectures
1. HISB presents Dr. K. Anthony Appiah, Laurance S. Rockefeller Professor of Philosopy, Princeton University, November 29th 4:30PM Room 1006 Humanities
The Humanities Institute, in honor of its 20th year, presents Lectures on Cosmopolitanism and Globalization, November 29th 4:30PM room 1006 Humanities Bldg. Dr. Kwame Anthony Appiah, Laurance S. Rockefeller Professor of Philosophy, Princeton University, will present his talk, "Cosmopolitan Roots" . Dr. Appiah is also the Director of Princeton's University Center for Human Values.
Seminar Coordinator: E. Ann Kaplan, SUNY Distinguished Professor of English and Comparative Literary and Cultural Studies, Director, The Humanities Institute at Stony Brook, Past President, The Society for Cinema and Media Studies
and Dr. John Lutterbie, Associate Professor, Theatre, Associate Director, the Humanities Institute.
http://http://ws.cc.stonybrook.edu/humanities/
Submitted by: Ann Berrios/CAS
2. Topics in Atmospheric and Oceanic Sciences Seminar, 11/28/07
Please join us for a seminar by Professor Andrew Vogelmann from the Atmospheric Sciences Division, Brookhaven National Laboratory. Professor Vogelmann's seminar entitled, "Thin Liquid Water Clouds: Their Importance and Our Challenge," will be presented on Wednesday, November 28, at 12:00 noon at the School of Marine and Atmospheric Sciences, Endeavour Hall 120 (South Campus). Light refreshments will be served. For additional information, please contact the Institute for Terrestrial and Planetary Atmospheres at 632-8009.
http://www.atmos.msrc.sunysb.edu
Submitted by: Gina Gartin/MSRC
3. Ocean And Atmospheric Colloquium, November 30, 2007
Professor Denise Breitburg from Smithsonian Environmental Research Center will present a seminar entitled,: Jellies, Fisheries and Oxygen-Changing Landscapes and Food Webs in Chesapeake Bay" at 12 noon on November 30, 2007. The seminar will take place at the School of Marine and Atmospheric Sciences(SoMAS), South Campus, in the Endeavour Hall 120. Light refreshments will be served. For more information, please call 631-632-8781
http://www.somas.stonybrook.edu/news.oac.html
Submitted by: Katerina Panagiotakopoulou/MSRC
4. Biochemistry & Cell Biology Seminar: Thursday, November 29, 2007
You are cordially invited to attend a seminar given by Dr. Nicole Sampson, Professor of Chemistry, Stony Brook University, entitled, "Bacteria on Steroids: Homing in on Antibacterials". It will be held on Thursday, November 29, 2007, in room 038, Life Sciences Building at 4:00pm. Hosted by Dr. Robert Haltiwanger.
Submitted by: Dianna Berger/CAS
5. Mechanical Engineering Distinguished Lecture: Behavior and Modeling of Nanocomposites. Friday, November 30, 2007
Please join us for a Distinguished Lecture by Dr. C.T. Sun, Neil Armstrong Distinguished Professor, from the School of Aeronautics and Astronautics, Purdue University. Professor Sun's lecture entitled, "Behavior and Modeling of Nanocomposites," will be presented on Friday, November 30, at 2:00pm, Engineering Building Room 301. For additional information, please contact the Mechanical Engineering department at 632-8300. Please visit link below to view the Abstract and Biography.
http://me.eng.sunysb.edu/documents/DistinguishedLecture11-30-07.pdf
Submitted by: Melissa Castelbuono/CEAS
6. Ecology and Evolution Seminar"Acidification and Recovery of Freshwater Lakes: Factors Controlling Zooplankton Responses"
3:30 P.M., Wednesday, November 28, 2007, Life Sciences Building, Room 038. Dr. Shelley Arnott, Department of Biology, Queen's University, Kingston, Ontario. Host: Dr. Stephen Baines. If you need a disability-related accommodation, please call: The Department of Ecology and Evolution at (631) 632-8600.
Submitted by: Donna Digiovanni/CAS
7. Chemistry Seminar: Thursday, November 29, 2007
Professor Robert B. Grossman, University of Kentucky will speak on "Using the Triple Bond to Make Sterically and Functionally Congested Compounds," on Thursday, November 29, 2007, at 4:00 P.M., in the Chemistry Building, Room 412.
http://ws.cc.stonybrook.edu/chemistry/seminars/
Submitted by: Carol Brekke/CAS
8. The Humanities Institute's Faculty Lecture Series presentsDr. Daniel Levy, Assoc. Professor, Dept. of Sociology, November 28th 12:40PM Hum 1009
Dr. Daniel Levy, Assoc. Professor, Dept. of Sociology, will present "Memory and Human Rights: The Importance of Failures", Wednesday, November 28th, 12:40PM Humanities Room 1009.
Seminar Coordinator: E. Ann Kaplan, SUNY Distinguished Professor of English and Comparative Literary and Cultural Studies, Director, The Humanities Institute at Stony Brook, Past President, The Society for Cinema and Media Studies
and Dr. John Lutterbie, Associate Professor, Theatre, Associate Director, the Humanities Institute.
http://ws.cc.stonybrook.edu/humanities/
Submitted by: Ann Berrios/CAS
9. Templeton Trust Lectures
Simon Critchley, New School for Social Research
"The Split Subject On Levinas"
Wednesday, November 28th 4:00PM
214 Harriman Hall
http://stonybrook.edu/trust/
Submitted by: Matthew Mcalpin/GST
10. Neuroscience Seminar Series
On Thursday, November 29, 2007 at Noon, in room 038, the Neurobiology & Behavior Department will be holding a Seminar. Bruce Riley, Ph.D., Professor, Biology Department, Texas A&M University, College Station, TX will be speaking about "Fgf Signaling Coordinates Development of Sensory Hair Cells and Neurons of the Inner Ear."
Host: Howie Sirotkin
632-4818
Submitted by: Karen Morse/CAS
11. SPECIAL SEMINAR at the School of Marine and Atmospheric Sciences, November 29, 2007
Dr. Henrietta Dulaiova from Woods Hole Oceanographic Institute will present a seminar entitled,: "Subterranean estuaries: the underestimated source of geochemical tracers" at 1:30pm on November 29, 2007. The seminar will take place at the School of Marine and Atmospheric Sciences(SoMAS), South Campus, in the Endeavour Hall 120. Light refreshments will be served. For more information, please call 631-632-8781
Submitted by: Katerina Panagiotakopoulou/MSRC
12. Computer Science Distinguished Lecturer Series Talk (12/3, 2:15pm, CS 2311): Dr. David Stork, Chief Scientist, Ricoh Innovations.
Title: Did the great masters "cheat" using optics?
Speaker: David G. Stork
Time/Loc: 2:15pm, 3rd December, CS Building Room 2311
Abstract and Bio at:
http://www.diatrope.com/stork/HockneyComputerVision.html
David G. Stork is Chief Scientist of Ricoh Innovations and Visiting Lecturer at Stanford University.
http://www.cs.sunysb.edu/~events/DLseries/index.html
Submitted by: Himanshu Gupta/CEAS
05. Hosp/HSC Conferences/Seminars/Lectures
1. NetAnatomy Free Trial
The Health Sciences Library is pleased to announce a 90-day trial to NetAnatomy. NetAnatomy is designed to teach human anatomy to students of the health professions, including undergraduate medical, health sciences, and nursing students. It also serves as a place to review anatomy after one’s initial exposure to the subject, e.g. students beginning a clinical rotation, USMLE (National Board) preparation, etc. The authors and contributors of NetAnatomy have extensive experience teaching medical and health sciences students, with years of experience refined and adapted to contemporary medical and health sciences curricula. This product is a continuously evolving website, with current development efforts focused on Gross Anatomy.
Access this database from the library's list of Databases. We welcome your comments, contact Julitta Jo at 444-3688 or julitta.jo@stonybrook.edu with your evaluation.
http://apps.hsclib.sunysb.edu/display.php?rid=7460&uid=8163
Submitted by: Julitta Jo/HSC
2. Department of Pharmacological Sciences Seminar Series
Dr. Mark A. Kay, Dennis Farrey Family Professor, Stanford University, "Combining RNAI, microRNAs, and Gene Transfer to Treat Human Disease"
Host: Dr. Feng-Qian Li
Tuesday, November 27, 2007 - 12:00 Noon
Seminar Room-BST 8-180
Submitted by: Rosalind Perdomo-Ayala/UHMC
06. Charitable
1. Stony Brook Child Care Services Scholastic Book Fair
A Scholastic Book Fair will be held at the Stony Brook Child Care Center on Monday, December 3rd through Friday, December 7th from 8am - 6pm. Everyone on campus is invited to purchase books. It's the best way to raise funds while encouraging children to read. Great gifts! Thank you for your support in advance. For more information please call the center at 632-6930.
Submitted by: Patricia Birbiglia/Affl
2. You can win two tickets to anywhere American Airlines flies within the contiguous US!
Winter Fund Raiser to benefit Habitat for Humanity!
Tickets are now on sale (only $5 each!) for our Winter Fund Raiser to benefit Habitat for Humanity.
Check out these prizes, just in time for holiday gift giving or getting!
First Prize: Two round trip airline tickets to anywhere American Airlines flies in the contiguous United States
Second Prize: Overnight stay at the luxurious East Wind and Spa
Third Prize: Gift Certificate to Restaurant Mirabelle ($100)
Fourth Prize: One hour mani/pedi at Denise Lee Salon
For tickets, please contact your campus coordinator (listed on the SB website); Catherine. Horgan@stonybrook.edu; or, stop by the Office of the Executive Dean, HSC, Level 4, Room 225.
Tickets will be on sale until December 19, 2007, when the winning tickets will be drawn.
Submitted by: Catherine Horgan/HSC
3. Holiday Donations For Veterans
A Holiday Donation Drive for Veterans residing at the Long Island State Veterans Home and the Northport VA Hospital is being sponsored by the CSEA Region 1 Veteran's Committee. The following items are being collected: Combs; toothbrushes; toothpaste; winter scarves; large & extra large underwear; large & extra large t-shirts; shaving cream; postage stamps; nail clippers; bar soap; shampoo; winter hats; winter gloves; denture tablets; sweat shirts; sweat pants and lap blankets. Checks are also being accepted, payable to CSEA Region 1. Monetary donations will be used to help support homeless Veterans and to purchase additional donation articles mentioned above. All items must be delivered to CSEA Region 1 at 3 Garet Place, Commack, by Monday, December 3rd. For directions or more info contact Maryann Phelps, Chairperson CSEA Region 1 Veterans Committee at 516-971-4629.
Submitted by: Maryann Phelps/HSC
4. CSEA Local 614 Fund Raiser
The Social Committee of CSEA Local 614 will holding a fund raiser by having a Chinese auction for the upcoming holidays! Please stop by the CSEA Local office at the Health Sciences Center, Level 5 and purchase some raffle tickets. Tickets will be available on Wednesday and Thursday, November 28th & 29th from 8:00am to 4:00pm and Friday, November 30th from 9:00am to 1:00pm. Drawing will be held at 1:30pm in the local office. Proceeds will be donated to Child Life Services in the Pediatric unit.
Submitted by: Louise Melious/Admin
07. Culture & Entertainment
1. Stony Brook Opera to perform Bellini's I Capuleti ed i Montecchi (Romeo and Juliet) November 27, 2007
On Tuesday, November 27 at 8 pm Stony Brook Opera will perform Vincenzo Bellini's tragic opera I Capuleti ed i Montecchi (Romeo and Juliet) at the Recital Hall in the Staller Center. The opera will be sung in the original Italian with projected titles in English. The work will be semi-staged, that is the singers will perform from memory and interact on stage, but without sets or costumes. David Lawton conducts the cast and piano accompanist in a new abridged version that he has prepared for this performance. Andrew Frank is the stage director for the production. Tickets are $10 general and $5 students/seniors at the Staller Center Box Office.
Submitted by: David Lawton/CAS
2. Join us at the Annual Lighting of the Stony Brook Southampton Windmill
Stony Brook Southampton invites all our friends and neighbors to join us as we celebrate the
annual Lighting of the Windmill on Friday, December 7, at 5:00 pm. Enjoy hot cocoa and
cider, cookies and crafts for the children. Admission is free. Everyone is welcome!
Submitted by: Karen Keeley/UAff
3. Emerson String Quartet, Thursday, November 29 at 8:00 pm, Staller Center Recital Hall. (631)632-ARTS or www.stallercenter.com
Program includes Beethoven Quartet in C Minor, Op. 18, No. 4; Janacek String Quartet No. 1 ("Kreutzer Sonata"); Beethoven String Quartet in E Minor, Op. 59, No. 2. Eugene Drucker, violin; Philip Setzer, violin; Lawrence Dutton, viola; David Finckel, cello. Tickets $42.
http://www.stallercenter.com
Submitted by: Julie Greene/CAS
4. Holiday Pottery Sale, Student Union, December 4 and 5
The Craft Center will hold its holiday pottery sale on Tuesday and Wednesday, December 4 and 5th, from 9 am 4pm in the SB Union Lobby and basement. Our ceramic ware is hand made in the Union Craft Center ceramic studio. Come on over and support this creative community. Many fine pieces available to purchase including bowls, Raku, mugs, vases, teapots, sculpture, plates and more. Our biggest sale of the year! Get unique and affordable gifts, and make crafts for friends and family! For a brochure of our upcoming classes call 632-6822 or go to the web www.studentaffairs.stonybrook.edu/sac/craftcenter. The Craft Center is located in the Union basement room 049.
Submitted by: Jenny Labonte/GST
5. Innovative folk duos at The University Cafe on Sunday afternoons The Pines (December 2nd) and The Nields (December 9th)
December 2nd 2 P.M.- The Pines, Minneapolis-based "alternative folk/blues/roots" duo (David Huckfelt and Benson Ramsey) with a raw, haunting sound evocative of Josh Ritter and Leonard Cohen.
($15.00 general/$10.00 SB Faculty/Staff/Students)
December 9th,2 P.M. - Nerissa and Katryna Nields, who went from the indie music scene to the main stage of folk festivals like Falcon Ridge, featuring unique songs and lilting vocal harmonies.
($20.00 general/$15.00 SB Faculty/Staff/Students)
Ticket information and advance purchase at www.universitycafe.org E mail reservation request to SundayStreetWUSB@aol.com
Coming in January: The Kennedys (January 6th) and Ellis Paul (January 20th)
http://www.universitycafe.org
Submitted by: Charles Backfish/CAS
08. For-Pay Workshops/Courses
1. Defensive Driving
Proven to reduce both accidents and traffic citations. Your attitudes and behaviors affect the way you drive. Learn to be a defensive driver and save 10% on your auto insurance (liability and collision) and reduce up to four points on your driving record. This is a six hour course.Two Wednesdays; 11/28 & 12/5, 6:00 pm 9:00 pm, SAC $31/student, $35/non-student.For more information and registration call the craft center 2-6822 or email us at craftcenter@gmail.com
Submitted by: Jenny Labonte/GST
2. Center for Legal Studies at the School of Professional Development
In conjuction with the Center for Legal Studies, SPD offers intensive, nationally acclaimed certificate programs in Paralegal and Alternative Dispute Resolution as well as a LegalNurse Consultant Training Course. Online, video, and face-to-face options are available.
The following are offered online throughout 2007!
* LegalNurse Consultant training Course
* Alternative Dispute Resolution Certificate Course
* Victom Advocacy Certificate Course
* Legal Secretary Certificate Course
* Legal Investigation Certificate Course
* Paralegal Certificate Course is offered online as well as in person.
Get detailed information on these programs, including a breakdown of the curriculum, dates, and costs at our website:
http://www.stonybrook.edu/spd/career/index.html
For additional information and registration call the Center For Legal Studies at 1-800-522-7737
Submitted by: Amy Margolies/Prov
09. Research
1. Take Part In Clinical Research Studies
Inquire about Clinical Research Studies. Call Albert Ruenes at (631) 499-8697 or email at aruenes@notes.cc.sunysb.edu.
Submitted by: Diane Ruenes/UHMC
2. Are You Overweight?
We are Seeking Individuals, Both Men and Women, 25 to 45 Years of Age to Participate in a Research Study Looking at "Markers of Pre-Diabetes" in Overweight People
This Study is Being Conducted at the General Clinical Research Center (GCRC) at Stony Brook University Hospital.
Participants Will be Compensated up to $500.00
For More Information, Please Contact Teresa Hunt-Goncalves @ 631-444-9362
Submitted by: Diane Ruenes/UHMC
3. 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 the Department of Orthopaedics at (631) 444-2215.
Submitted by: Diane Ruenes/UHMC
4. Levothyroxine Study
The General Clinical Research Center at Stony Brook University Hospital seeks healthy individuals ages 18-40 to participate in a research study on theabsorption of Levothyroxine, a thyroid hormone,when co-administered with other medications.
Compensation of $100 per visit (3 visits) is offered forparticipants.
Submitted by: Diane Ruenes/UHMC
5. Seeking Healthy Overweight Women - Sleep Research
Healthy Overweight Women Between the Ages of 31 and 40 Are Invited to Participate In a Research Project.
Participation involves a 36-hour visit to the Stony Brook General Clinical Research Center for sleep studies and other tests.
COMPENSATION UP TO $650
Please call our office at Stony Brook University Medical Center to learn more about this study. 631-632-3050
Submitted by: Diane Ruenes/UHMC
6. Do You Have Prostate Cancer?
If you are on injection therapy for prostate cancer, you may be
at risk for bone loss (osteoporosis). Check your bone density
for free. If you are currently receiving injections for treatment
of your prostate cancer, you may qualify for a study being conducted
by Doctors at the General Clinical Research Center (GCRC) at
Stony Brook University Hospital. If you are interested,
please call the GCRC at 631-444-6900, Monday through Friday between 9:00am and 5:00pm
Submitted by: Diane Ruenes/UHMC
7. Effect of Pioglitazone on the course of new onset Type I Diabetes
Looking for Children and Adolescents Between 6 and 18 Years of Age,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
8. Study of HIV+/AIDS and Chromium Picolinate
The General Clinical Research Center at Stony Brook University Hospital is seeking volunteers 18 years of age and older with a diagnosis of HIV+ or AIDS to research the effectiveness of ChromiumPicolinate in the treatment of complications of current HIV therapy including insulin resistance, (leading to Diabetes) and possibly body fat distribution (HIV Lipodystrophy). Volunteers are offered compensation up to $2,050 plus transportation expenses. Please call: 631-444-3740
Submitted by: Diane Ruenes/UHMC
9. Brookhaven National LaboratoryCrack or cocaine problems?
Crack and cocaine users needed, fee paid18-60 years old and in good health for participation in brain imaging medical research.
Confidentiality maintained. Transportation provided.
1-888-265-7464
Submitted by: Diane Ruenes/UHMC
10. The SB Heart Failure and Cardiomyopathy Center is seeking volunteers with heart failure to participate in its research studies.
EMU: Do you have heart failure and has your doctor recommended dialysis to remove fluid because of a reoccurring build-up of fluid or kidney failure? If so, you may be eligible to participate in a study of your body’s ability to avoid, with ultrafiltration, the ongoing retention of fluid. For further information, please contact the study coordinator through HealthConnect.
Submitted by: Diane Ruenes/UHMC
11. Do You Have A Foot Or Leg Wound That Just Won’T Seem To Heal?
If so, you may be eligible to participate in a research study that investigates a new product that may aid in the healing process
For more information please contact: Eileen Finnin, RN @ 444-5454
There is no payment for participating in this study
Submitted by: Diane Ruenes/UHMC
12. Are you mentally prepared for the LSAT-GRE-GMAT?
Join our study Writing and Exam Preparation and Participate ONLINE.
You will be entered in a raffle to WIN a laptop, an iPhone, or a massage!
If interested, please contact: PsychExamPrep@notes.cc.sunysb.edu
http://www.psychology.sunysb.edu/amoyer-/WPrep.html
Submitted by: Stephanie Sohl/GST
13. Seeking Volunteers With A History Of Asthma
18 to 65 years of age, 10 years smoke free taking a steroid inhaler daily for the past 6 months to participate in an 8 week study on the effectiveness of mindfulness meditation on asthma. You will be taught mindfulness meditation techniques such as sitting meditation, body scan meditation, walking meditation. Compensation of up to $100 will be paid upon your completion of this study For further information please call: 631-444-1200
Submitted by: Diane Ruenes/UHMC
10. Miscellaneous
1. Stony Brook University College of Business - MBA Open House
The College of Business will be holding an MBA Open House on Saturday, December 8 from
1:00 - 3:00 PM in the Wang Center.
For more information or to register call 2-7171 or visit their website at:
www.stonybrook.edu/sbbusiness
http://www.stonybrook.edu/sbbusiness
Submitted by: Karen Keeley/UAff
2. The Humanities Institute of Stony Brook offers an Undergraduate Award for the 2007/2008 academic year
Humanities Institute Announces a Competition for Undergraduate Awards
Undergraduate Students majoring in any of the humanities, arts or lettered social sciences are encouraged to apply for the Humanities Institute at Stony Brook Undergraduate Awards. There are two kinds of awards. Individual awards come with a $250 stipend, while Group awards carry a prize of $1,000.
Past awards have gone to: Group Award: Belief: Jehovah Witnesses in the 21st Century
Group Award: Farmingville Revisited: Immigration on Long Island
Individual Award: Disability Studies
Individual Award: How to Leave an Abusive Relationship
Application forms are available on the HISB website: www.sunysb.edu/humanities. They are due December 4, 2007.
All complete applications will be evaluated by a board of faculty associated with Humanities Institute.
Questions? Contact Ann Berrios at (631) 632-9983 or at Ann. Berrios@sunysb.edu
Submitted by: Ann Berrios/CAS
3. 20th Annual Photo Contest
The Auxiliary is holding its 20th Annual Photo Contest from November 1 to November 30, 2007. The contest is oopen to all amateur photographers. For further information and an entry blank, please call 444-2699. Winning photographs will be displayed in the hospital to enhance the morale of patients, visitors and staff.
Submitted by: Patricia O'Brien/UHMC
4. United University Professions West Campus Holiday Party
All West Campus UUP Members are cordially invited to the Annual Holiday Party on Friday, December 14, 2007 from 3:00 PM to 5:00 PM in the University Cafe, Stony Brook Union. Spirits and Lite Refreshments and live entertainment by "Jack's Waterfall". Please RSVP no later than 12/7/07 to Corinne at the UUP Office 2-6570 or via email at cmburns@notes.cc.sunysb.edu
Submitted by: Corinne Burns/Affl
5. Department of Pathology - Job Opportunity
Senior Research Support Specialist $39,000-$45,000
The Department of Pathology is seeking a technician to work in a cancer research laboratory. This position requires a Bachelor’s degree in biology or a related field. Familiarity with routine molecular methods, including PCR and gel electrophoresis is necessary. This position is in a translational research laboratory directed by the new Pathology Chair. Complete job description can be accessed on the Campus Job Site located at:
http://www.stonybrook.edu/jobs/
http://www.stonybrook.edu/jobs/
Submitted by: Carol Siedlecki/UHMC
6. Holiday Discount Specials on iPods at Seawolves MarketPlace
Save $5 on iPod Shuffle, Save $10 on iPod Nano, Save $15 on 8GB iPod Touch or Save $20 on 16GB iPod Touch.
Apple Item Holiday Prices 1 GB iPod Shuffle $74.00, 4 GB iPod Nano $139.00, 8 GB iPod Nano $189.00, 8 GB iPod Touch $284.00, 16 GB iPod Touch $379.00
Holiday Discount Specials are while supplies last.
http://stonybrook.edu/marketplace
Submitted by: Donna Klingel/FSA
7. Add a new Mac to your Mac for $99.00 at Seawolves MarketPlace.
Introducing Mac OS X Leopard, more than 300 new features to make your Mac even better.
With Mac OS X Leopard, the world's most advanced operating system is now even better. Leopard is loaded with innovations - starting with an amazingly trouble-free installation if you're upgrading your Mac. It has never been easier to find, arrange, and share everthing on your computer. Organize your files in stacks, browse files with Cover Flow, use Quick Look to preview files without even opening them, go back in time to restore old files with Time Machine, send email using personalized stationery, add effects to video chats, and much more.
Seawolves MarketPlace is an Apple Authorized Campus Store.
Hours: Mon-Thurs 8:30am-9pm, Fri 8:30am-5pm, Sat & Sun 10am-4pm
http://stonybrook.edu/marketplace
Submitted by: Donna Klingel/FSA
8. Register Now for Stony Brook Day in Albany March 4, 2008
On Tuesday, March 4, Stony Brook students, faculty, staff and alumni will journey up to
our State Capital for one of the most important events of the year. It's Stony Brook Day in
Albany, and we want you to come. You'll get a chance to celebrate Stony Brook - to let
your legislators know what the University means to you and we'll show our State
representatives how much their support means to us. You'll have a chance to meet people
from all parts of the campus and experience firsthand how our government works. There's
even an end of day celebration. Register on-line at www.stonybrook.edu/albany
Join us on a Red Hot Road Trip!
http://www.stonybrook.edu/albany
Submitted by: Karen Keeley/UAff
9. Opportunities for "Green" Networking
Interested in finding out about Environmental Career Opportunities? Need a part-time/full-time job or internship? Stop on by and network with employers. Whether you are a freshman or sophomore still exploring, or a junior, senior or graduate student looking for an internship or job opportunity, you do not want to miss this event!
This is event is co-sponsored by the Stony Brook Career Center and Environmental Club.
http://www.career.sunysb.edu/Events/viewNews.asp?eventID=398
Submitted by: Antony Lin/OSA
10. New and Used Sale - December 3
The Auxiliary is sponsoring a New and Used Sale on December 3 in the vendor area by the cafeteria/deli/escalator on level 5. Please stop by for bargains, the proceeds of which go to support patient care.
Submitted by: Patricia O'Brien/UHMC
11. Job Opportunity - Lead Storeroom Worker
Stony Brook University Hospital’s FSA/Department of Food and Nutritional Services is seeking a lead storeroom worker to assist with purchasing and receiving. Required: Previous supervisory experience, strong customer service skills, and computer literate. Preferred: Certified Dietary Manager, high-volume purchasing and receiving experience; knowledge of federal, state, local codes, and regulations pertaining to hospital food service; and strong leadership and communication skills. Send resume with cover letter and salary requirements to Janet Cordero, FSA/Food and Nutritional Services, Stony Brook University Hospital, Stony Brook, NY 11790-7012, or fax (631) 444-6819. Equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.
Submitted by: Christine Oster/FSA