Campus Announcements for the week of 07/22/2007
Table of Contents
03. Workshops/Courses/Training
1. EAP Lunchtime Learning - Gang Awareness Training
2. Lawson Requistion Training for the month of August
3. Position Description & Advertisement Requisitions (PDAR)
04. Conferences/Seminars/Lectures
1. Ecology and Evolution Special Seminar
2. Ecology and Evolution Dissertation Defense
3. Neuroscience Seminar Series
06. Charitable
1. Formerly Homeless Campus Kittens For Adoption!
07. Entertainment
1. Department of Campus Recreation Summer Kayaking Trip
2. Alumni Association Member Reception and Closing Night of the Stony Brook Film Festival.
3. Christopher Plummer in person: Stony Brook Film Festival, Monday, July 23 at 7:00 pm, www.stonybrookfilmfestival.com
4. N.Y. Mets vs. Pittsburgh Pirates
5. Origami Heaven In 2007
08. For-Pay Workshops/Courses
1. Beaded Jewelry Class July 31
2. Craft Center Phone #
3. Center for Legal Studies at the School of Professional Development
4. Ikebana flower Arrangement class July 25
09. Research
1. Seeking Volunteers
2. Effect of Pioglitazone on the course of new onset Type I Diabetes
3. Study of HIV+/AIDS and Chromium Picolinate
4. Brookhaven National Laboratory Crack or cocaine problems?
5. Study of Insulin Sensitivity in Patients with HIV+ and/or AIDS
6. Do you have Heart Failure?
7. Volunteers needed Children ages 6-17: MRI Study of Flow in the Brain and Spine
10. Miscellaneous
1. Opening Activities Volunteers Needed!
2. 2 Positions - Dietitian P/T (Regular & Temporary)
03. Workshops/Courses/Training
1. EAP Lunchtime Learning - Gang Awareness Training
This training teaches schools, law enforcement, parents and outside agencies how to identify, address, and verify if an individual is in a gang or associates with one.
The training will cover gang symbols, hand signs and colors. The training will show what to look for in an individual who is suspected of being in a gang. The training will also talk about why youth join gangs; the warning signs of gangs and gang violence.
Presented by the Suffolk County Dept. of Probation
July 31st, 11:30-12:30, HSC, CR 160, Level 2
To register call EAP at 632-6085
http://www.stonybrook.edu/eap
Submitted by: Linda Tatem/Pres
2. Lawson Requistion Training for the month of August
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
3. Position Description & Advertisement Requisitions (PDAR)
PDAR is a Lotus Notes application to assist and facilitate the job creation, review, approval, posting and ad requisition process. This electronic format eliminates five paper forms (SUSB 37, Position Description, Ad Request, Ad Text, and the first page of the SUSB 68). Its electronic routing and approval process ensures timely progress and confirmed delivery. No more "lost" paperwork.
Target Audience: Individuals who are responsible for developing position descriptions or submitting position descriptions for posting.
Note: PDAR is not used by the Hospital for State positions, nor for Faculty positions.
Date: August 1st Time: 9:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. Place: Administration Bldg., room 192; To register: click below
http://naples.cc.sunysb.edu/Admin/HRSForms.nsf/aac30a50eebe3a8185256a6f004b0a84/7c48757ce9aedf9a85256a8d004b4293?OpenDocument
Submitted by: Maria Jackson/Admin
04. Conferences/Seminars/Lectures
1. Ecology and Evolution Special Seminar
Please note time and day. 1:00 P.M., Thursday, July 26, 2007, Life Sciences Building, Room 038. "Ecological Speciation (or the Lack Thereof) in Guppies, Stickleback, and Darwin's Finches." Dr. Andrew Hendry, Redpath Museum & Department of Biology, McGill University. Host: Dr. Michael A. Bell. If you need a disability-related accommodation, please call: The Department of Ecology and Evolution at (631) 632-8600
Submitted by: Donna Digiovanni/CAS
2. Ecology and Evolution Dissertation Defense
10:00 A.M., Friday, July 27, 2007, Life Sciences Building, Room 038,
"The Pattern and Process of Evolutionary Diversification: Lessons from a Threespine Stickleback Adaptive Radiation." Windsor Aguirre, Department of Ecology and Evolution, Stony Brook University. If you need a disability-related accommodation, please call: The Department of Ecology and Evolution at (631) 632-8600.
Submitted by: Donna Digiovanni/CAS
3. Neuroscience Seminar Series
On Tuesday, July 31, 2007 in room 038 of the Life Sciences Bldg. the Department of Neurobiology & Behavior will host a Seminar given by Jing Hu, Ph.D., Max-Delbruck-Center for Molecular Medicine Berlin-Buch, Germany will speak about "Sensory Mechanotransduction: Ion Channels and Mechanism."
Host: Lorne Mendell
Submitted by: Karen Morse/CAS
06. Charitable
1. Formerly Homeless Campus Kittens For Adoption!
The SBU Cat Network humanely cares for the cats that live on campus. We have several recently rescued kittens and young cats that are available to good homes. (Man oh man, are they cute!) Contact Nancy Franklin (nancy.franklin@sunysb.edu) for more information or to volunteer or contribute.
http://www.sinc.sunysb.edu/clubs/sbucat/index.php
Submitted by: Nancy Franklin/CAS
07. Entertainment
1. Department of Campus Recreation Summer Kayaking Trip
The Department of Campus Recreation will be organizing a kayaking trip in Port Jefferson Harbor on Monday, August 8 @ 10:30am. (Please note time may vary due to tide schedule). Registration Fee is $25.00 per person/trip which includes kayak rental and lunch. Undergraduate students registered for summer classes are free. This trip is for beginner/intermediate kayakers in good health and will be approximately 4 to 5 hours in length. Only students, faculty & staff of the University are eligible to participate. Registration is limited to 16 participants. For more information, please contact David Hairston at 632-7120.
Submitted by: Marie Turchiano/CAS
2. Alumni Association Member Reception and Closing Night of the Stony Brook Film Festival.
Help us kick-off Stony Brook University's 50th Anniversary at this lovely reception where you will enjoy a sampling of world-class wines and hors d'oeuvres while mingling with filmmakers from the Twelfth Annual Stony Brook Film Festival on the beautiful gardened terrace of the Wang Center.
When: Saturday, July 28, 2007 Time: 5:30 - 7:30P.M. - Reception 8:00P.M. - Film
Cost: $24.00 - $55.00
http://http://www.stonybrookalumni.com/cgi-any/activities.dll/show?bid=&id=99&template=event_reg_register.htm
Submitted by: Barbara Kornett/Admin
3. Christopher Plummer in person: Stony Brook Film Festival, Monday, July 23 at 7:00 pm, www.stonybrookfilmfestival.com
Monday night at the Stony Brook Film Festival features the New York Premiere of "Man in the Chair," written and directed by Michael Schroeder. Along with the director, actors Christopher Plummer and Emmett Walsh will be present for a Q&A after the screening. Following "Man in the Chair" Stony Brook Film Festival presents the New York Premiere of "Beauty in Trouble," a film from the Czech Republic. For more information go to www.stonybrookfilmfestival.com or call 631-632-ARTS.
http://stonybrookfilmfestival.com
Submitted by: Julie Greene/CAS
4. N.Y. Mets vs. Pittsburgh Pirates
Come and join the department of Campus Recreation as we sponsor a trip to see the N.Y. Mets vs. Pittsburgh Pirates Wednesday July 25th @ 7:10pm. We will departure at 4:15 pm from LaValle Stadium parking lot.
This trip is $10.00 for SBU undergraduate students who are registered for summer classes payable at the time of registration.
Tickets are available for graduate students/faculty/staff. Cost is $25.00 payable at the time of registration.
If you have any questions please contact David Hairston 632-7120 to register.
Submitted by: David Hairston/Pres
5. 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
08. For-Pay Workshops/Courses
1. Beaded Jewelry Class July 31
The Craft Center will hold a Beaded Jewelry in the Student Union Building on Tuesday July 31 from 5:30pm to 7:30 pm. Class will be held in the Union lower level room 082. Beginners and returnees welcome! Create you own unique beaded accessories. Learn about the different stinging materials, tools and findings for glass beading. Learn how to crimp and attach clasps. Students will create a bracelet and earings in class. Material fee of $6 due instructor at class. Cost of class is $28/student, $32/non-student. For registration info or for a copy of our class brochure call the Craft Center at 632-6822, located in the Student Union lower level room 049. Office hours are Mon.-Thurs, 9am 5pm.
Submitted by: Janice Costanzo/OSA
2. Craft Center Phone #
For info on All CRAFT CENTER Summer courses CALL:
(631) 632-6822 OR stop by in the Student Union basement rm 049.
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. Ikebana flower Arrangement class July 25
The Craft Center will hold an Ikebana Flower Arrangement class on Wednesday July 25, from 5:30pm 8pm. Class will be held in the Union lower level room 082. 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, one low) and clippers. Material fee of $9 due instructor at class. Cost of class is $48/student, $35/non-student. For registration info or for a copy of our class brochure call the Craft Center at 632-6822, located in the Student Union lower level room 049. Office hours are Mon.-Thurs,
9am 5pm.
Submitted by: Janice Costanzo/OSA
09. Research
1. 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
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. 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
4. Brookhaven National Laboratory Crack 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
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) and possibly 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. 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
7. 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. Opening Activities Volunteers Needed!
Faculty and Staff: Please pass this along to our students!
This is a great opportunity to interact with new students and make their first experiences at SBU welcoming, fun, and exciting! Also a great way to gain leadership experience on campus and for your resume! Volunteers are expected to complete 20 hours of service at events such as BINGO for Books, comedy shows, and carnivals between 9/1 and 9/30. Volunteers will also attend a mandatory training session on Aug. 31st.
Sign up in SAC 218, Student Activities Office.
Call 631-632-9392 for more info or, email Sarah Young at sarah.young@stonybrook.edu
Submitted by: Kaman Cheong/OSA
2. 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