Campus Announcements for the week of 07/30/2007
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03. Workshops/Courses/Training
1. Join us today from 2-4:00 and learn how to "get organized" in Lotus Notes.
2. Principal Investigator Award Interface (PIAI) Training Session
3. Practical Skills for Supervisors
04. Conferences/Seminars/Lectures
1. UUP Identity Theft Prevention Workshop
06. Charitable
1. Twelfth Annual Stony Brook University Medical Center Research Golf Classic benefiting the Madagascar Ankizy Fund, honoring Gail Habicht, Ph.D.,
2. Little Angel Fund 9th Annual Golf Outing
3. Macy's Shop For A Cause... to benefit Sunrise Fund at Stony Brook
4. Literacy volunteer tutors needed!
07. Entertainment
1. Origami Heaven In 2007
2. C.S.E.A. Local 614 Annual Picnic
08. For-Pay Workshops/Courses
1. Wine Expertise Certificate Course: Eight Tuesday evenings 7-9pm, September 25 to November 13, 2007. Stony Brook Southampton
2. A European Wine Tour: Italy, Spain, and France: Thursdays 10/25, 11/1, 11/8 - Wang Center
3. Microsoft Web Design certificate
09. Research
1. Preparing for the LSAT? Have you tried writing? Research shows that it may...Raise your Score!
2. Seeking Volunteers
3. Herpes Vaccine Study
4. Are You Overweight?
5. Seeking Volunteers Men And Women 18 Years Of Age And Older With A Diagnosis Of HIV+ And/Or AIDS
6. Do You Have Osteoarthritis Of The Joint At The Base Of Your Thumb?
7. Seeking Healthy Overweight Women
8. Levothyroxine Study
9. Do You Have Prostate Cancer?
10. Volunteers needed Children ages 6-17: MRI Study of Flow in the Brain and Spine
10. Miscellaneous
1. 2 Positions - Dietitian P/T (Regular & Temporary)
2. Campus Child Care Available
3. Weekend Enrichment Program for children 3-15 years old in Stony Brook University
03. Workshops/Courses/Training
1. Join us today from 2-4:00 and learn how to "get organized" in Lotus Notes.
Call Client Support at 632-1232 if you are interested in attending this class. You'll learn how to archive mail, access mail from the web, set your out of office reply and more!
Submitted by: Kim Rant/DoIT
2. Principal Investigator Award Interface (PIAI) Training Session
The Research Foundation has successfully completed upgrading the current version of the Oracle Business System from 11.0.3 to the new 11i version. This was necessary since Oracle no longer supports the version used by the RF. The new version was implemented on May 1, 2007. Oracle is now viewed primarily as a transaction processing system for the administrative departments that handle your financial transactions.
As PIAI is considered a superior and more user friendly information interface for inquiry only access, we are offering training to Project Directors and their assistants to familiarize them with this application. The 90-minute PIAI training session will take place on Thursday, August 30th at 9:00 a.m. in the OVPR Conference Room, W5510 Melville Library.
To register please send an email to Marie Bilbao in the Office of Grants Management at marie.bilbao@stonybrook.edu
Submitted by: Marie Bilbao/Res
3. Practical Skills for Supervisors
This 3 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
Strategies for influencing and motivating
Target Audience: All new Supervisors as well as supervisors who have never been formally trained in the supervisory function.
August 15th, 16th and 22nd - 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM - IMPORTANT - Attendance is required on all three dates.
To register: click below
http://naples.cc.sunysb.edu/Admin/HRSForms.nsf/aac30a50eebe3a8185256a6f004b0a84/7c48757ce9aedf9a85256a8d004b4293/$FILE/HRSF0007.doc
Submitted by: Lillian Valdez/Admin
04. Conferences/Seminars/Lectures
1. UUP Identity Theft Prevention Workshop
On Thursday August 2, 2007 at noon, the SBHSC Chapter of UUP will present a lecture on identity theft prevention. The presenter is Evan Engler, CFP from NYSUT. UUP members interetd in attending, RSVP to 4-1505.
http://www.uuphost.org/stonybrookhsc/
Submitted by: Kathleen Southerton/UHMC
06. Charitable
1. Twelfth Annual Stony Brook University Medical Center Research Golf Classic benefiting the Madagascar Ankizy Fund, honoring Gail Habicht, Ph.D.,
Attention golfers! The Twelfth Annual Stony Brook University Medical Center Research Golf Classic will be held on Monday, September 24, 2007 at the Port Jefferson Country Club at Harbor Hills. This event will benefit the Madagascar Ankizy Fund at SBU dedicated to improving healthcare and education of Malagasy children. Many sponsorship and underwriting opportunities are available. Space is limited! Call 631.632.4466 or email SBUH_Events@notes.cc.sunysb.edu for more information.
Submitted by: Nancy Leiken/UHMC
2. Little Angel Fund 9th Annual Golf Outing
The 9th Annual Little Angel Golf Outing will be held Monday, September 17, 2007 at the Cherry Creek Golf Links, Riverhead to benefit the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit at Stony Brook University Medical Center. A BBQ lunch and buffet dinner will be served. Cost for the day is $160 per golfer. Cocktail hour and dinner is $55. Sponsorships from $100 to $1,000. For sponsorships or golf registration call 736-2512.
Submitted by: Victoria Irwin/UHMC
3. Macy's Shop For A Cause... to benefit Sunrise Fund at Stony Brook
Macy's Shop For A Cause" for Sunrise Fund
Saturday, October 13, 2007
Proceeds to benefit Sunrise Fund at Stony Brook University Medical Center for Children With Cancer
Purchase a $5.00 Shopping Pass, which supports Sunrise Fund and receive:
20% off regular & sale items (some exclusions)
10% off furniture & electronics/technology items
You will also enjoy entertainment throughout the store, special vendor demonstrations and a chance to win prizes with your ticket.
Please help support the Sunrise Fund for children with cancer and share this info with family and friends!
Please contact Jeanne at 444-7720 (or page thru operator) to purchase shopping passes.
Submitted by: Jeanne Greenfield/UHMC
4. Literacy volunteer tutors needed!
Tutor Volunteers Needed! The Stony Brook Adult Literacy Center is seeking volunteers to help adults learn to read, write, and/or speak English. Tutors meet with their learners two to three hours a week on campus or the Health Sciences Center. All you need is a high school diploma and a desire to help others. All tutors must attend a Tutor Training workshop which takes place on-site. We are now accepting registrations for our Fall Workshop. The workshop schedule is as follows: September 20, Oct. 4, 11, 18, 25, Nov. 1, 15 2007 from 5:15pm-8:15pm (must attend all sessions). If you or someone you know is interested in becoming a volunteer tutor, please contact Cindy Brodsky at 444-5272 or e-mail: Cindy.Brodsky@stonybrook.edu.
Deadline - August 10
Submitted by: Cindy Brodsky/UHMC
07. Entertainment
1. Origami Heaven In 2007
Origami Heaven Festival
This day-long festival features:
1. Storigami performances.
2. Japanese tea ceremony.
3. Short films, 6 Artists ON ORIGAMI.
4. Body Wrapping: Origami master and certified Kimono dresser, June Sakamoto demonstrates kimono dressing.
5. Greeting card workshop by Origami artist, Sok Song.
6. Festival crown, in a whole new format and with an important message.
7. The popular Puppet portal is back this year!
8. Teaching tables where you can come and learn, fold, and play with paper!
Suitable for all ages! (Groups of 15 or more must pre-register by e-mailing rsvp@origamiheaven.org)
Wednesday, August 8, Wang Center
Hours: Oriland Exhibition by Yuri and Katrin Shumakov
August 1 8, Wang Center, Room 201
Weekday hours 10:00 a.m. 6:00 p.m., Weekend hours 12:00 p.m. 6:00 p.m. Origami Heaven Festival: August 8, 11:00 a.m. 4:00 p.m.
http://www.sunysb.edu/wang
Submitted by: Jennifer Iacona/Pres
2. C.S.E.A. Local 614 Annual Picnic
Mark your calendars! C.S.E.A. Local 614 is having the Annual Picnic on August 4, 2007 from 12:00pm to 4:00pm. This year it will be on campus grounds to accommodate all. The location will be on the Lower Practice Fields 2 & 3, behind the Gymnasium. There will be food and beverage as well as games, swimming, raffle prizes, music and more! The cost for members is $2.00, non-members $5.00, and kids five and under free. Call the local union offices at 2-6575 or 4-3680 for tickets and more information. There will be no tickets sold on day of event.
Submitted by: Louise Melious/Admin
08. For-Pay Workshops/Courses
1. Wine Expertise Certificate Course: Eight Tuesday evenings 7-9pm, September 25 to November 13, 2007. Stony Brook Southampton
Course Description: This eight-session course is intended for those who wish to expand their expertise in wine from an elementary to an intermediate level. Topics covered will include sensory evaluation, fundamentals of viticulture and winemaking, important grape varieties from leading wine regions, industry trends, cultural connections, wine and food pairing, and wine marketing concepts. Each session will include wine tasting. Participants who successfully complete the course will receive the Stony Brook University Center for Wine, Food, and Culture Wine Expertise Certificate. Tuition: Includes text, wine tastings: $395.00 for the series. Register on line at
http://www.stonybrook.edu/winecenter
http://www.stonybrook.edu/winecenter
Submitted by: Ginny Clancy/Pres
2. A European Wine Tour: Italy, Spain, and France: Thursdays 10/25, 11/1, 11/8 - Wang Center
Flavors of Italy, Spain & France: Since the ancient Roman Empire, vintners in Italy, Spain, and France have defined wine for the rest of the world. Today, New World styles of fruit-forward wines with higher alcohol content are influencing European winemakers. This short course will examine trends in these three countries, with an interactive tasting format led by experienced professionals. Price: $50.00 per class, or $135.00 for all three sessions. Register on line at
http://www.stonybrook.edu/winecenter
http://www.stonybrook.edu/winecenter
Submitted by: Ginny Clancy/Pres
3. Microsoft Web Design certificate
Microsoft Web Design certificate NCE 325 * 36 Hours * fee: $599
This four-course introductory web design program forcuses on Microsoft applications. The curriculum is as follows:
*Designing a Website with Microsoft Publisher: Wednesday 6:30-9:30pm, Sept 19 & 26, 2007
*Advanced Web Page Design and Site Management with Front Page: Wednesday 6:30-9:30pm, Oct., 3, 10 & 17, 2007
*Creating Digital Images for Web Design: Wednesday 6:30-9:30pm, Oct 31, Nov 7, 14, 28, Dec 5, 2007
*Web Design Project: wednesday 6:30-9:30pm, Dec 12 & 19, 2007
For individual course descriptions, please visit our website:
http://www.stonybrook.edu/spd/computer/courses.html
A certificate is awarded upon sussessful completion of the program. The fee for the program reflects a 15% discount off registering for the courses individually.
http://www.stonybrook.edu/spd/computer/index.html
Submitted by: Amy Margolies/Prov
09. Research
1. Preparing for the LSAT? Have you tried writing? Research shows that it may...Raise your Score!
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://psychology.psy.sunysb.edu/amoyer-/WPrep.html
Submitted by: Stephanie Sohl/GST
2. Seeking Volunteers
Post-Menopausal Women on Hormone Replacement Therapy 50-65 years of age for participation in MRI Imaging Research
Volunteers should be healthy and not have any metal or electronic implants
Confidentiality Maintained
Submitted by: Diane Ruenes/UHMC
3. Herpes Vaccine Study
Did you know that 1 out of 4 women have Genital Herpes? and 90% of those who have it, don't know they do! Volunteer women needed.
Confidentiality maintained. If you are a women between the ages of 18-30,you may be eligible to participate in a Clinical Research Study at Stony Brook University Medical Center. A blood test will be done for detection,and if you qualify,you may receive an experimental vaccination which could protect you from Genital Herpes at no cost to you. For more information, please contact, Andrea Pressley, LPN,CRC at 444-2758 Participants are compensated $25.00 for each visit.
Submitted by: Andrea Pressley/UHMC
4. 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
5. Seeking Volunteers Men And Women 18 Years Of Age And Older With A Diagnosis Of HIV+ And/Or AIDS
We are researching insulin sensitivity in HIV (leading to diabetes) and possibly body fat distribution (HIV Lipodystrophy) Compensation up to $2,450.00 plus transportation expenses
Contact: Teresa Hunt-Goncalves @ (631) 444-9362, General Clinical Research Center, Stony Brook University Hospital
Submitted by: Diane Ruenes/UHMC
6. 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
7. 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
8. Levothyroxine Study
The General Clinical Research Center at StonyBrook University Hospital seeks healthy individuals ages 18-40 to participate in a research study on the absorption of Levothyroxine, a thyroid hormone, when co-administered with other medications.
Compensation of $100 per visit (3 visits) is offered for participants.
Submitted by: Diane Ruenes/UHMC
9. 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
10. Volunteers needed Children ages 6-17: MRI Study of Flow in the Brain and Spine
Volunteers are needed to participate in an MRI study to investigate new methods for imaging flow patterns of blood and cerebrospinal fluid in the brain. The goal of the study is to understand flow patterns in healthy individuals to compare these results with the abnormal flow patterns seen in individuals with diseases such as hydrocephalus. Because these diseases are common in children, we are seeking healthy children with no previous history of neurological disease, head trauma, hydrocephalus, or any contraindication for an MRI, to serve as a control group for our study. The study will involve 1 hour of your time and be completely non-invasive. No injections will be given. Subjects will be given a $25 gift certificate to Border’s Bookstore for participating in the study.
If interested, please contact Veronica Geronimo, study coordinator, at 4-2409, or vgeronim@notes.cc.sunysb.edu, or Mark Wagshul, PhD at mwagshul@notes.cc.sunysb.edu.
Submitted by: Mark Wagshul/UHMC
10. Miscellaneous
1. 2 Positions - Dietitian P/T (Regular & Temporary)
The Long Island State Veterans Home Faculty/Student Association seeks a regular P/T Dietitian to work 20 hours per week and a temporary P/T Dietitian to work 20 hours per week for approximately three months starting 9/1/07. Required: B.A./B.S. in food/nutrition/
dietetics. Preferred: RD/RDE and LTC experience. Contact: Michelle Lakghomi, LISVH at (631) 444-8796, or fax to (631) 444-8789. Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.
Submitted by: Christine Oster/FSA
2. Campus Child Care Available
Stony Brook Child Care is now accepting applications for children 2 months 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: Mary Cain/Affl
3. Weekend Enrichment Program for children 3-15 years old in Stony Brook University
SchoolPlus Enrichment Program in Stony Brook offers:
Mathematics - ages 5 - 15;
Physics - ages 9 - 15;
Russian language - ages 5 - 15, including Russian as a second language for children and
adults;
English Language - ages 9-15, advanced;
French Language - ages 5-15, all levels, including classes for native speakers;
Original Enrichment program for children 3-4 years old - separate classes for Russian and
English speaking children;
Art - ages 5 -15;
Registration is open online:
http://www.schoolplusstonybrook.org/
Contact information: e-mail: schoolplus_sb@yahoo.com, Phone: (631) 615-4215 (ask
Marina Polonskaia - director of the program)
http://www.schoolplusstonybrook.org/
Submitted by: Alexandre Abanov/CAS