Campus Announcements for the week of 06/24/2007
Table of Contents
01. Administrative
1. The Automotive Garage will be closed on Friday June 29th, 2007.
2. Stony Brook University Time Capsule
02. Administrative - Hosp/HSC
1. HSC Library is now using the University wide Net ID for electronic resouce access.
03. Workshops/Courses/Training
1. Lawson Training for the Month of July
04. Conferences/Seminars/Lectures
1. Chinese Medicine for Health & Wellness
2. Doctoral Defenses This Week
3. Ecology and Evolution Dissertation Defense
06. Charitable
1. Seeking Volunteers to support breast cancer research!
2. International Volunteer Opportunities for the Baby Boomers
3. Last chance to purchase the winning ticket for cash prizes and help the Stony Brook University Habitat for Humanity campaign!
4. The Paul Simons Memorial Bike Ride
5. Volunteer Musicians Needed to Help the Veterans Home
07. Entertainment
1. Sustainable Pleasures Music At Southampton
2. Department of Campus Recreation Outdoor 3 on 3 Basketball Tournament
3. Steve Pikiell Basketball Camp at Stony Brook University
4. Reception and gallery talk by photographer Dan Budnik at the Pollock-Krasner House, Saturday, June 30
5. WUSB 90.1 Fm 3 Day Summer Reggae Marathon July 4-6 2007
08. For-Pay Workshops/Courses
1. Summer Pottery On The Wheel
2. Summer Creating With Watercolor
3. Center for Legal Studies at the School of Professional Development
4. Summer Ikebana Flower Arrangement
5. Summer Beaded Jewelry Making
6. Summer Bartending
7. Summer Digital Photography
09. Research
1. websurvey for smokers - complete for entry to $100 cash raffle
2. Effect of Pioglitazone on the course of new onset Type I Diabetes
3. Seeking Volunteers
4. Study of HIV+/AIDS and Chromium Picolinate
5. Study of Insulin Sensitivity in Patients with HIV+ and/or AIDS
6. Brookhaven National LaboratoryCrack or cocaine problems?
7. Do you have Heart Failure?
8. Volunteers needed Children ages 6-17: MRI Study of Flow in the Brain and Spine
10. Miscellaneous
1. Diet Educator (Part-Time)
2. Habitat Nuts and Bolts - new certificate course available this summer at no charge!
01. Administrative
1. The Automotive Garage will be closed on Friday June 29th, 2007.
The Automotive Garage will be closed on Friday, June 29th, 2007 for our annual physical inventory. The Automotive Garage will re-open on Monday, July 2nd, 2007. We apologize in advance for any inconvenience this may cause. If you have any concerns or questions, please contact Gail Catapano at extension 2-6228.
Submitted by: Gail Catapano/Admin
2. Stony Brook University Time Capsule
In the past 50 years, Stony Brook has given much to our local community. We have also made many important and lasting gifts to the global community gifts of musical and literary compositions, scientific and medical discoveries, scholarly breakthroughs, and intellectual innovations. We are asking the University community to recommend one of the many recent contributions we have made for inclusion in our Time Capsule, to be opened 50 years from now.
Submit a description for your recommendation to: The Time Capsule Commemorating 50 Years of Advancing Research, Creativity, and Knowledge. Deadline: Friday, June 29, 2007. Descriptions should be 50 words or fewer and can be submitted by e-mail to yearofcontest@stonybrook.edu. A committee will be reviewing and select qualified entries by the end of July. Entrants will be notified shortly thereafter in preparation for the Time Capsule Installation Ceremony in the fall.
yearofcontest@stonybrook.edu
Submitted by: Joanne Morici/UAff
02. Administrative - Hosp/HSC
1. HSC Library is now using the University wide Net ID for electronic resouce access.
HSC Library is now using the University wide Net ID for electronic resource access:
http://www.hsclib.sunysb.edu/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=240&Itemid=358
http://www.hsclib.sunysb.edu/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=240&Itemid=358
Submitted by: Kevin Collins/UHMC
03. Workshops/Courses/Training
1. Lawson Training for the Month of July
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
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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
04. Conferences/Seminars/Lectures
1. Chinese Medicine for Health & Wellness
Chinese Medicine for Health & Wellness, By Yemeng Chen, L.Ac., FICAE, President, New York College of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Member, the New York State Board for Acupuncture
Tuesday, June 26, 2007 in Lecture Hall 1 (LH1) The Charles B. Wang Center of the Stony Brook University
Session I: 11 am 12:30 pm.
Session II: 6 pm 8:30 pm.
This lecture is FREE to all.
It is co-sponsored by The Buddhist Study and Practice Group (BSPG) at Stony Brook University, The Charles B. Wang Center, The New York College of Traditional Chinese Medicine (NYCTCM), The Asian American Center Bridge at Stony Brook University
http://www.sunysb.edu/wang
Submitted by: Jennifer Iacona/Pres
2. Doctoral Defenses This Week
Please click on the URL below to see this week’s Doctoral Defenses
http://www.grad.sunysb.edu/ddd/weekly.shtm
Submitted by: Kent Marks/Grad
3. Ecology and Evolution Dissertation Defense
11:00 A.M., Friday, June 29, 2007, Life Sciences Building, Room 038. "Comparative Analysis of Phenotypes, Phenotypic Plasticity, and Phenotypic Integration of Variably Invasive Centaurea and Crepis Introductions to North America." Norris Z. Muth, Department of Ecology and Evolution, Stony Brook University. If you need a disablity-related accommodation, please call The Department of Ecology and Evolution at (631) 632-8600.
Submitted by: Donna Digiovanni/CAS
06. Charitable
1. Seeking Volunteers to support breast cancer research!
New volunteer members for Special Event Committees for the Carol M. Baldwin Breast Cancer Research Fund needed. Bring your creativity, commitment to the cause and connections! Contact Katherine@findacure.org
http://findcure.org
Submitted by: Katherine Fritz/CPMP
2. International Volunteer Opportunities for the Baby Boomers
The United States Peace Corps is looking for hi-energy
individuals, ages 50+, who are ready to take on a challenge
and change the lives of others through service.
Representative Steven Israel (D-NY) and Peace Corps director
Ron Tschetter extend invitations for an information session: Monday Aug 6 10:15am - 1:30pm (light refreshments)
SUNY Farmingdale State College - Roosevelt Hall
To reserve a space, call 212-352-5440.
Feel free to distribute widely.http://www.peacecorps.gov/index.cfm?shell=learn.whovol.older
http://www.peacecorps.gov
Submitted by: Marianna Savoca/OSA
3. Last chance to purchase the winning ticket for cash prizes and help the Stony Brook University Habitat for Humanity campaign!
This week is the last week of ticket sales to benefit Habitat for Humanity and win cash prizes of up to $1000. The drawing will be held on Friday, June 29, 2007, so be sure to contact your local area coordinator today! For a complete listing of coordinators, visit the Stony Brook website and enter "Habitat" in the search box, or contact chorgan@notes.cc.sunysb.edu
Submitted by: Catherine Horgan/HSC
4. The Paul Simons Memorial Bike Ride
The Paul Simons Foundation will be sponsoring the 1st Annual Memorial Bike Ride which will be held on Sunday, July 15, 2007 - 8:00 a.m. registration, 9:00 a.m. start time. It will encompass 4.5 miles of the West Campus, beginning at the SAC Loop. You can complete the route twice for a total of 9 miles. Please use the link to obtain the registration form.
http://www.avalonparkandpreserve.org/news.htm
Submitted by: Christine Quinn/Pres
5. Volunteer Musicians Needed to Help the Veterans Home
Musicians needed to provide entertainment and stimulation to Veterans Home residents who have Dementia & Alzheimer's. Music has such healing qualities and really brightens the lives of our residents. If you are a musician and would like to share your talent in a way that will truly make a difference- please contact us to volunteer. This can be a one time thing, or done on a regular basis. Support and guidance will be provided. The Long Island State Veterans Home is right on campus. Call for more information: 631-444-8590
http://www.longislandstateveteranshome.org
Submitted by: Susan Helmus/LISVH
07. Entertainment
1. Sustainable Pleasures Music At Southampton
Four Dates Your Ears Will Treasure
Before We See, We Hear. The magic of sound can capture us.
We present four thrilling voices singing their favorite songs.
Saturday, July 14: Anthony Dean Griffey, Tenor
Saturday, August 4: Kristine Jepson, Mezzo-Soprano
Wednesday, August 15: Liz McCartney, Broadway Cabaret
Wednesday, August 29: Christine Goerke and Friends
All Concerts Will Take Place at the Avram Theater on the Stony Brook Southampton Campus.
Concerts will begin at 7:30 p.m. Purchase your tickets at the following website, or call 631.632.8000 Ext. 7
http://www.stonybrook.edu/sb/southampton/pleasures/
Submitted by: Jessica Kunis/Pres
2. Department of Campus Recreation Outdoor 3 on 3 Basketball Tournament
The Department of Campus Recreation will host a 3 on 3 Outdoor Summer Basketball Tournament on July 18th. The registration deadline is on July 17th. Games will be played from 5:30pm - 8:00pm. Teams will consist of at least 3 people with a maximum of 5 people on each roster. Registration Fee is $40.00/team. Undergraduate students participate for free. Only students, faculty & staff of the University are eligible to participate. For more information, please contact David Hairston at 632-7120.
Submitted by: Marie Turchiano/CAS
3. Steve Pikiell Basketball Camp at Stony Brook University
Steve Pikiell and the entire Stony Brook Men's Basketall Staff is running 3 sessions of basketball camp this summer for boys ages 8-16. These three weeks are "Session I" Monday July 2-Friday July 6(There will be no camp Wednesday July 4th), "Session II" Monday July 9-Friday July 13, and "Session III" Monday July 23-Friday July 27. All 3 sessions will run 9 am to 4 pm. The cost of Session I will be $250 and the cost of Sessions II and II will be $300. Any Stony Brook employee will be entitled to a 10% discount. If anyone is interested please contact Dan Rickard at 632-4498 or by email daniel.rickard@stonybrook.edu. The application is also available online at www.goseawolves.org on the Men's Basketball page.
Submitted by: Daniel Rickard/Pres
4. Reception and gallery talk by photographer Dan Budnik at the Pollock-Krasner House, Saturday, June 30
Pollock-Krasner House and Study Center, 830 Springs-Fireplace Road, East Hampton, 631-324-4929
In conjunction with the current exhibition,"Picturing Artists (1950s-1960s): Photographs by Dan Budnik," the Pollock-Krasner House and Study Center will hold a free reception on Saturday, June 30 from 5 to 7 p.m. At 6 p.m. Mr. Budnik will give an informal gallery talk about the photographs in the exhibition, which includes images of artists who were associated with Jackson Pollock and Lee Krasner, or who are or were residents of eastern Long Island.
http://www.pkhouse.org
Submitted by: Helen Harrison/UAff
5. WUSB 90.1 Fm 3 Day Summer Reggae Marathon July 4-6 2007
Celebrate America's Independence with WUSB 90.1 FM 3 Day Summer Reggae Marathon starting July 4th,continues July 5th and ends at midnight July 6th 2007. Listen to WUSB 90.1 FM, log onto www.wusb.fm & www.figtreebiz.com to listen online and catch the highlights on Caribbean Style TV every Sunday 2pm-3pm Ch.18/118 Cablevision. More info link Angella at 631-672-1598 or email me at angella@figtreebiz.com
http://www.figtreebiz.com
Submitted by: Angella Forde/UHMC
08. For-Pay Workshops/Courses
1. Summer Pottery On The Wheel
Beginners through Intermediate levels receive a good foundation in the methods of throwing on the potter’s wheel while making a variety of forms. Glaze and surfaces designs will be demonstrated. Class includes CERAMIC MEMBERSHIP, 25lbs of clay, glazes and some firings.
SEC A Five Tuesdays, begins 6/26, 11:00 am 1:00 pm.
Instructor: Nancy Golder
SEC B Five Tuesdays, begins 6/26, 6:00 pm 8:00 pm.
Instructor: Peggy Yazulla
SEC C Five Thursdays, begins 6/28, 6:00 pm 8:00 pm.
Instructor: Julia Pomeroy
SEC D Five Mondays, begins 7/2, 6:00 pm 8:00 pm.
Instructor: Dale Krongel
$80/Student, $100/Non-student; Ceramic Studio 049.
Submitted by: Thomas Maher/GST
2. Summer Creating With Watercolor
For the beginner, the self taught, or anyone who wants to learn the basic techniques of transparent watercolor. Learn the fundamentals and benefit from plenty of guidance and practice. Experiment with this expressive medium as you create your own collection of paintings. Ask for a materials list at the office.
Five Tuesdays, begins 6/26, 6:00 pm 8:00 pm
Instructor: Reggie Andre $60/student, $80/ non-student; Studio 081.
Submitted by: Thomas Maher/GST
3. 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
4. Summer Ikebana Flower Arrangement
Ikebana is the unique art of Japanese flower arrangement. Using design elements such as line, volume and accent students will create two types of arrangements (line and freestyle) constructed from living branches,leaves, grasses and flowers. Bring to class vases or plant containers (one high and one low) and clippers.
Wednesday; 7/ 25, 5:30 pm 8:00 pm
Instructor: Nancy Golder
$28/student, $35/non-student; Studio 081.
Submitted by: Thomas Maher/GST
5. Summer Beaded Jewelry Making
Beginners and returnees welcome! Create your own unique beaded accessories. Learn about the different stringing materials, tools and findings for glass beading. Learn how professionals crimp and attach clasps for a pleasing aesthetic. In this class students will create a bracelet and earings.
Wednesday; 7/ 11, 5:30 pm 8:30 pm
Instructor: Kathleen O’Brien
$35/student, $42/non-student; Studio 081.
Submitted by: Thomas Maher/GST
6. Summer Bartending
A complete introduction to mix drinks and liquors as well as bars management. Plenty of in-class practice (using simulated liquors), lectures, and demonstrations. A popular and useful entertainment course. Includes book and certificate. Minimum age of 18 year required.
Five Mondays, begins 7/2, 6:00 pm - 8:15 pm.
Instructor: Liam Hudock
$75/student, $90/non-student; Studio 081.
Submitted by: Thomas Maher/GST
7. Summer Digital Photography
A beginners course in using a digital camera to create and optimize your photography. Students will learn the basic functions and meanings of the various technical specifications of their personal digital camera. The class will explore how to compose and adjust for optimal image quality and beauty via demonstrations, examples and hands on practice. Bring your camera to class.
SEC A Two Tuesdays; 7/10 & 7/17, 6:00 pm 8:00 pm.
SEC B Two Mondays; 7/23 & 7/30, 6:00 pm 8:00 pm.
Instructor: Pedro A. Sousa
$44/student, $50/non-student, Photo Lab 062
Submitted by: Thomas Maher/GST
09. Research
1. websurvey for smokers - complete for entry to $100 cash raffle
We are conducting a research project on smoking and smoking quit attempts. If you are a smoker (smoke at least 10 cigs per day) and are at least 18 years old, you are elligible to complete a websurvey (will take about half an hour) for an entry to a $100 cash raffle.
To complete the survey, go to: www.psychology.stonybrook.edu/smokingstudy
if you have questions, you can contact stonybrooksmokingstudy@gmail.com
thank you!
http://psychology.stonybrook.edu/smokingstudy
Submitted by: Xiaomeng Xu/GST
2. 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
3. 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
4. Study of HIV+/AIDS and Chromium Picolinate
The General Clinical Research Center at StonyBrook University Hospital is seeking volunteers 18 years of age and older with a diagnosis of HIV+
or AIDS to research the effectiveness of Chromium Picolinate 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
5. Study of Insulin Sensitivity in Patients with HIV+ and/or AIDS
The General Clinical Research Center of StonyBrook University Hospital is seeking volunteers 18 years of age and older with a diagnosis of HIV+
and/or AIDS to participate in a study researching insulin sensitivity in HIV (leading to diabetes) andpossibly fat distribution (HIV Lipodystrophy).
Participants will receive compensation up to $2,450 plus transportation expenses. Please call: 631-444-3740
Submitted by: Diane Ruenes/UHMC
6. Brookhaven National LaboratoryCrack or cocaine problems?
Crack and cocaine users needed, fee paid 18-60 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
7. Do you have Heart Failure?
The Heart Failure and Cardiomyopathy Center of the Stony Brook University Medical Center is seeking volunteers with heart failure to participate in its research studies. Please contact Health Connect at 631-444-4000
Submitted by: Diane Ruenes/UHMC
8. 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 and spine. The goal of the study is to understand flow patterns in healthy individuals in order to compare these results with the abnormal flow patterns seen in individuals with diseases such as hydrocephalus and spinal cysts. Because these diseases are common in children, we are seeking healthy children with no previous history of head or spine trauma, neurological disease, or contraindication for an MRI, 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 twenty-five dollar ($25) gift certificate to Border’s Bookstore for participating.
If interested, please contact Veronica Geronimo, 4-2409, or vgeronim@notes.cc.sunysb.edu, or Mark Wagshul, PhD mwagshul@notes.cc.sunysb.edu.
Submitted by: Mark Wagshul/UHMC
10. Miscellaneous
1. Diet Educator (Part-Time)
Stony Brook University Medical Center’s FSA/Department of Food & Nutritional Services seeks a dynamic, memorable Diet Educator. Required: Associates in Dietetics, and strong communication and teaching skills. Preferred: BS in Dietetics, and minimum 1 year of diet education experience, preferably in an acute care setting. Excellent Benefits. Send resume with cover letter and salary requirement by 7/13/07 to Janet Cordero, FSA/Food & Nutritional Services, University Hospital, Stony Brook, NY 11794-7012 or fax 631-444-6819. EEO/AA
Submitted by: Christine Oster/FSA
2. Habitat Nuts and Bolts - new certificate course available this summer at no charge!
We are proud to announce the introduction of a new certificate course, Habitat Nuts and Bolts, that will be available to faculty/staff/students and members of the community at no cost. The course will provide lecture as well as hands on practice in building a house. Dates and further information is available on the Stony Brook website, or contact chorgan@notes.cc.sunysb.edu
Submitted by: Catherine Horgan/HSC