Campus Announcements for the week of 09/10/2007
Table of Contents
01. Administrative
1. New SBU Research Interests and Funding Opportunities Database
2. Commemoration of September 11 on Tuesday, September 11, 2007 at the Memorial Arch, 12:00 p.m.
3. Dialogues Across Differences: Call for proposals
4. Recycling and Environmental Sustainability at Stony Brook University
03. Workshops/Courses/Training
1. Writing A Business Plan
2. Search And Selection/Effective Interviewing Techniques
3. Heart Saver Cpr w/AED Certification
04. Conferences/Seminars/Lectures
1. Cewit Commercialization Conference
2. C.S.E.A. Local 614 Women’s Committee Seminar
3. NIH General Clinical Research Center (GCRC)
Department of Medicine Seminar Series
4. Topics in Atmospheric and Oceanic Sciences Seminar, 9/12/07
5. Ecology and Evolution Seminar
6. Ecology and Evolution Special Seminar
7. Latin American & Caribbean Studies Center Seminar: Bolivia Today: Indigenous Movements and Popular Sovereignties
8. 9/16 Book Presentation: Author Grace Russo Bullaro. Book: "Man in Disorder: The Cinema of Lina Wertmuller in 1970s".
9. The 4th Annual Stony Brook Human Evolution Symposium: Tracking the Earliest Bipeds: Diversity in Australopithecus. Tuesday, September 25, 2007.
10. September 12Asia in the 21st Century : A Resurgence, Japan, China, India, South East Asia, and Their Relations
05. Hosp/HSC Conferences/Seminars/Lectures
1. Hip and Knee Pain Seminar
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. Literacy volunteer tutors needed!
4. "Macy's Shop For A Cause" for Sunrise Fund
5. Golf Outing to Benefit Habitat for Humanity
6. Fall Fashion Festival
7. Help build the Habitat House 2007
07. Entertainment
1. Pottery Sale, Student Union, September 26
2. Union Commons Food Court Now Open!
3. Film: Taxi to the Dark Side
4. Latin American & Caribbean Studies Center Hosts An Art Opening & Reception
5. 4 for the price of 3! at the Wang Center
Reserve now before it's too late!
6. Devon Sproule, eclectic singer-songwriter, to perform at The University Cafe on Sunday, October 7th at 2 P.M.
7. Sufi Rock! Salman Ahmad of the famed Pakistani Band Junoon rocks the Wang center!
08. For-Pay Workshops/Courses
1. Introduction to Microsoft Word
2. A European Wine Tour: Italy, Spain, and France: Thursdays 10/25, 11/1, 11/8 - Wang Center
3. Microsoft Web Design certificate
4. Wine Expertise Certificate Course: Eight Tuesday evenings from 7:00-9:00 p.m., September 25 to November 13, 2007. Stony Brook Southampton
09. Research
1. Take Part In Clinical Research Studies
2. Seeking Volunteers
3. Are You Overweight?
4. Do You Have Osteoarthritis Of The Joint At The Base Of Your Thumb?
5. Seeking Healthy Overweight Women - Sleep Research
6. Levothyroxine Study
7. Do You Have Prostate Cancer?
8. Effect of Pioglitazone on the course of new onset Type I Diabetes
9. Study of HIV+/AIDS and Chromium Picolinate
10. Brookhaven National Laboratory Crack or cocaine problems?
11. The SB Heart Failure and Cardiomyopathy Center is seeking volunteers with heart failure to participate in its research studies.
10. Miscellaneous
1. Weekend Enrichment Program for children 3-15 years old in Stony Brook University
2. Volunteer Opportunity for Faculty, Staff and OLLI Members
3. Wolfstock 2007 - A Homecoming Tradition
4. Math Outreach Program For Middle School Students
5. Senior Citizen Law Day October 6th - Free educational seminars designed to assist families in senior life planning.
6. Anxiety Disorders Clinic
01. Administrative
1. New SBU Research Interests and Funding Opportunities Database
SBU’s Office of the Vice President for Research and Department of Information Technology are pleased to announce a new web-based system that is available to all of the SBU community. The purpose of this system is to identify and record faculty research interests and expertise, and for delivery of available funding opportunities. It provides easy navigation and one-stop access to the research interests, job history, publications and grants of all faculty and/or researchers, and features a new funding opportunities web site. To view and edit your own researcher profile, visit
http://www.stonybrook.edu/researchinterests
. To view current funding opportunities, visit (and bookmark)
http://www.stonybrook.edu/fundingopportunities
. You will need your SBU NetID and password (this can be found in SOLAR). To schedule a departmental demonstration of this system, contact Stefanie Massucci at smassucci@notes.cc.sunysb.edu or 632-8589.
Submitted by: Stefanie Massucci/Res
2. Commemoration of September 11 on Tuesday, September 11, 2007 at the Memorial Arch, 12:00 p.m.
The September 11th Commemoration ceremony will begin at 12 noon at the Memorial Arch (in front of Humanities). This will be followed by a silent procession to the Memorial Grove at the Student Activities Center circle. Rain Location: SAC Auditorium. Van transportation will be available at the Hospital main entrance for the east campus community. Access to the Administration Garage is available to East Campus cardholders. Please observe a moment of silence during all campus activities at 8:46 a.m. The Interfaith Center Chapel and Hospital Chapel will be open all day on September 11, 2007, for those seeking a quiet place for prayer, meditation, and reflection. This event is for students, faculty, staff and community members. For information, please contact Conferences & Special Events at 2-6320.
http://www.stonybrook.edu/sb/911
Submitted by: Christine Quinn/Pres
3. Dialogues Across Differences: Call for proposals
Dialogues Across Differences: Students, Faculty and Staff are invited to submit brief Program Proposals centered on the theme of Dialogues Across Differences- 50 YEARS OF FIGHTING FOR FREEDOM, WHERE WE’VE BEEN, WHERE WE’RE GOING. To get more information please contact Alexis Nivens at the Office of Diversity and Affirmative Action, Room 201 Administration, zip: 0251. To download an application please visit our website at www.http://stonybrook.edu/diversity. Office number 632-6820. Deadline: September 24, 2007
http://stonybrook.edu/diversity
Submitted by: Jean Johnston/Pres
4. Recycling and Environmental Sustainability at Stony Brook University
Welcome to another year at Stony Brook! May our actions take into consideration our individual and community environmental
footprint(s). Together we can truly make a difference!
Please feel free to view the NEW video and share with friends and colleagues... The 4Rs of Recycling: RETHINK REDUCE REUSE RECYCLE
http://www.stonybrook.edu/centralservices/recycling/4rs_video.shtml?wmv
http://www.stonybrook.edu/centralservices/recycling/4rs_video.shtml?wmv
Submitted by: Michael Youdelman/Admin
03. Workshops/Courses/Training
1. Writing A Business Plan
September 19th 9:00 am - 11:00 am
LI High Tech Incubator Conference Room
Any person thinking of starting a business or already in business should have a business plan. Come to this free workshop to find out how!
e-mail Lynne.Schmidt if you would like to register.
Submitted by: Lynne Schmidt/CEAS
2. Search And Selection/Effective Interviewing Techniques
This two-part program is designed to provide information to State and RF managers, search committees and those responsible for interviewing candidates.
The first session will cover:
Identifying the components of a Resume Screening Document
Writing an effective Resume Screening Document
Writing effective Interview Questions
The second session will cover:
Preparing for an interview
Setting the tone of a successful interview
Avoiding discriminatory and illegal questions
Effectively gathering job related information from an applicant
Closing the interview
Documenting the interview
Target Audience: VP Coordinators, managers, search committee members, search committee chairs, or anyone responsible for selecting and interviewing potential candidates.
Part 1: September 19 from 9:30 to 12:30
Part 2: September 26 from 9:30 to 12:30
http://naples.cc.sunysb.edu/Admin/HRSForms.nsf/aac30a50eebe3a8185256a6f004b0a84/7c48757ce9aedf9a85256a8d004b4293?OpenDocument
Submitted by: Lillian Valdez/Admin
3. Heart Saver Cpr w/AED Certification
Learn basic cardiopulmonary resuscitation and use of the Automated External Defibrillator (AED) on the adult victim; chain of survival, recognition of cardiac emergencies. This is a certification course - Cost $10 for Card from American Heart Association.
September 20, 2007 - 9:00 - 12:00
http://naples.cc.sunysb.edu/Admin/HRSForms.nsf/aac30a50eebe3a8185256a6f004b0a84/7c48757ce9aedf9a85256a8d004b4293?OpenDocument
Submitted by: Lillian Valdez/Admin
04. Conferences/Seminars/Lectures
1. Cewit Commercialization Conference
Are you interested in commercializing the latest wireless &information technology innovations?
Do you represent a company in search of next generation Technology Applications?
Come see Next Generation Research Presentations conducted by CEWIT Scientists on the leading edge of Wireless & Information Technology
October 3rd , 2007, 12 Noon to 5 PM in the Charles Wang Center, Stony Brook Campus call 631 632 4633 to reserve a seat
http://cewit.org/commerconf.asp
Submitted by: Danielle Abbatiello/CEAS
2. C.S.E.A. Local 614 Women’s Committee Seminar
CSEA Women’s Committee presents a seminar on Identity Theft hosted by Citibank. Identity theft is one of the fastest growing crimes in the United States. The seminar is open to CSEA members. Location will be HSC Lecture Hall 5, level 3 from 11:30 to 1:00 on October 4, 2007. Please confirm attendance by Oct. 2, 2007 by calling the local union offices at 2-6575 or 4-3680. Lunch will be served. AVOID BECOMING A VICTIM!
Submitted by: Louise Melious/Admin
3. NIH General Clinical Research Center (GCRC)
Department of Medicine Seminar Series
"Molecular Genetics of Thyroid Cancer Guides Development of Novel Therapies"
James Alexander Fagin, MD
Chief, Endocrinology, Memorial
Sloan Kettering Cancer Center
Faculty, Gerstner Sloan Kettering Graduate School
Friday, September 28, 2007
HSC T16 - Room 025
Refreshments begin at 3:45pm
Submitted by: Diane Ruenes/UHMC
4. Topics in Atmospheric and Oceanic Sciences Seminar, 9/12/07
Please join us for a seminar by Professor Kevin Hamilton from the Department of Meteorology, University of Hawaii. Professor Hamilton's seminar entitled, "Characterizing the Equatorial QBO and its Effects on the Winter Circulation in the Northern Hemisphere: Implications for Seasonal Forecasting," will be presented on Wednesday, September 12, 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
5. Ecology and Evolution Seminar
3:30 P.M., Wednesday, September 12, 2007, Life Sciences Building, Room 038. "On the Prediction of Ecological Surprises," Dr. Mark Denny, Hopkins Marine Station, Stanford University. Host: Dr. Dianna Padilla. If you need a disability-related accommodation, please call: the Department of Ecology and Evolution at (631) 632-8600.
Submitted by: Donna Digiovanni/CAS
6. Ecology and Evolution Special Seminar
Please note time and day. 1:30 P.M., Thursday, September 13, 2007, Life Sciences Building, Room 038. "Speciation Research in the Genomic Era: A Case Study in Drosophila." Dr. Chau-Ti Ting, Department of Life Science, National Taiwan University. Host: Dr. John True. If you need a disability-related accommodation, please call: The Department of Ecology & Evolution at (631) 632-8600.
Submitted by: Donna Digiovanni/CAS
7. Latin American & Caribbean Studies Center Seminar: Bolivia Today: Indigenous Movements and Popular Sovereignties
Wednesday, SEPTEMBER 12
2:00-4:00 PM - Humanities Institute , Room 1008
Refreshments will follow.
Bolivia has undergone profound changes from the time of the Water War of 2000 in Cochabamba. Indigenous, trade-union, and grassroots social movements have spearheaded this process and set the agenda for national transformation. At the center of debate are the issues of ending "internal colonialism" and establishing collective popular sovereignty over resources such as energy, water, coca and territory.
Join Oscar Olivera (leader of Cochabamba’s Coordinadora del Agua) and Pablo Mamani (Aymara Sociologist from El Alto) discuss issues of current political, economic and cultural struggles in Bolivia. Introduction by Prof. Brooke Larson, Department of History.
http://www.stonybrook.edu/lacc
Submitted by: Domenica Tafuro/CAS
8. 9/16 Book Presentation: Author Grace Russo Bullaro. Book: "Man in Disorder: The Cinema of Lina Wertmuller in 1970s".
September 16, Sunday, 2:30 p.m. Center for Italian Studies Book Presentation: Grace Russo Bullaro,Lehman College, will discuss her most recent publication on filmmaker, Lina Wertmüller: "Man in Disorder: The Cinema of Lina Wertmüller in the 1970s." Clips from Wertmüller films as well as the author’s interview with her subject will be screened. Copies of the book will be available for purchase and autographing by the author. Location: Center for Italian Studies Meeting Hall, Stony Brook University’s Frank Melville Memorial Library, Room E4340. All are invited. Free and open to the public.
Submitted by: Josephine Fusco/CAS
9. The 4th Annual Stony Brook Human Evolution Symposium: Tracking the Earliest Bipeds: Diversity in Australopithecus. Tuesday, September 25, 2007.
Convened by Richard Leakey, the 4th Annual Human Evolution Symposium is a full-day event featuring many of the foremost scholars in the field. What is Australopithecus? First discovered in South Africa in 1925, this early hominid genus is now known from five different species and also has been found in Ethiopia, Kenya, Tanzania, and Chad. This year’s symposium will explore the diversity in this most successful early hominid.
REGISTRATION:
Online Registration is open. The Symposium is open to the public, in addition to all faculty, staff, and students of the University, but seating is limited so please register early to guarantee your seat! To register, and for more information on this year’s Symposium, please visit our website:
http://www.stonybrook.edu/sb/humanevolution/
and click on Registration. For additional information email us at turkanabasin@stonybrook.edu , or call (631) 632-5800.
http://www.stonybrook.edu/sb/humanevolution/
Submitted by: Ian Wallace/GST
10. September 12Asia in the 21st Century : A Resurgence, Japan, China, India, South East Asia, and Their Relations
Ambassador Aftab Seth, a fluent Japanese speaker, author of a number of books, including one notably in Japanese, is a specialist in Japanese affairs who served as a career diplomat for nearly four decades before taking up his current position as Director of the prestigeous Global Studies Institute at Keio University. A Rhodes Scholar at Oxford, he anchored his own TV show for many years in India and has served with distinction in different capacities in the Middle East, Europe, and South East Asia besides being a spokesperson for India's foreign office for a number of years. The title of his thought-provoking address will address issues that are engaging the attention of international relations scholars worldwide as Asia emerges the new powerhouse on the world scene. Co-sponsor: Center for India Studies.
Wednesday, September 12, 12:45 pm, Lecture Hall 1
http://www.stonybrook.edu/wang
Submitted by: Jennifer Iacona/Pres
05. Hosp/HSC Conferences/Seminars/Lectures
1. Hip and Knee Pain Seminar
Attendees will learn about the normal anatomy of the hip and knee, the various causes of hip and knee pain, signs and symptoms of a hip or knee problem, how to get a good diagnosis from your doctor, and the latest treatments for arthritis including diet, nutrition, exercise, medication and surgery including knee arthroscopy, hip replacement and knee replacement. Seminar is Free. Call 444-4000 to sign up. Location is 14 Technology Drive Suite 1 Education Center.
Submitted by: Maria Juvan/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. 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.
Submitted by: Cindy Brodsky/UHMC
4. "Macy's Shop For A Cause" for Sunrise Fund
"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 pager 733-6737) to purchase shopping passes.
Submitted by: Jeanne Greenfield/UHMC
5. Golf Outing to Benefit Habitat for Humanity
SAVE THE DATE!
Who: Anyone interested in supporting the Stony Brook University efforts for Habitat for Humanity
What: Stony Brook University Fifth Annual Golf Outing to benefit Habitat for Humanity
When: Thursday, October 4, 2007
Where: Hamlet Willow Creek Golf and Country Club, Mt. Sinai, NY
Why: Because your support is vital to our efforts to continue our work to help fellow Long Islanders achieve the dream of homeownership
How:Simply register and submit your payment, then be at the Hamlet by 9 am on October 4 for breakfast and practice, followed by an 11 am shot gun start. Scramble format
Not a golfer? Not a problem! Come late and join us for the evening program which will include a buffet dinner and dozens of great prizes.
Watch the website for additional details, or contact Catherine Horgan at chorgan@notes.cc.sunysb.edu to be added to our mailing list.
Submitted by: Catherine Horgan/HSC
6. Fall Fashion Festival
Thursday, October 18 6:30-10:30 pm
Villa Lombardi's $55 ticket
Cocktail hour (cash bar), "Your Choice" auction
Live entertainment, DJ, Parade of Survivors
Benefits cancer patients at SBUH.
Fashion show, featuring SB staff including Dr. O'Hea, Dr. Chalas, Dr. Bui, Dr. Kudelka plus staff from Radiology, PT, Respiratory, OR and many more.
http://www.fallfashionfestival.com
Submitted by: Linda Bily/UHMC
7. Help build the Habitat House 2007
The 2007 house, a 2-story structure, will be built in Gordon Heights for Lorraine Hayes and her children. On Friday, September 14, and Saturday, September 15, 2007 we expect to complete the first floor framing, wallraise ,sheathing and roof trusses.
During the following week, between Sept 20-22, we expect to raise the walls of the second story, as well as complete the second story hurricane strapping and sheathing.
Volunteers are needed for September 14 and 15, 20 or 21, 2007; we currently have a full group committed to September 22.
Please contact your department coordinator or Catherine Horgan at:chorgan@notes.cc.sunysb.edu if you are interested in participating in the build. Additional dates will be posted on the website as they become available throughout the Fall.
Submitted by: Catherine Horgan/HSC
07. Entertainment
1. Pottery Sale, Student Union, September 26
The Craft Center will hold its first pottery sale of the semester on Wednesday, September 26, from 10am 3pm in the SB Union Lobby. 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. For a brochure of up coming classes call 632-6822; email craftcenter@gmail.com; website www.studentaffairs.stonybrook.edu/sac/craftcenter. The Craft Center office is located in the Union basement room 049.
Submitted by: Janice Costanzo/OSA
2. Union Commons Food Court Now Open!
Visit the Stony Brook Union building and try Bamboo Asian Cuisine, Calypso Caribbean, and Coyote Jack's Southwest Grill. Also offered is Halal New York entrees and gyros (certified as complying with Islamic Dietary Regulations). Open Monday-Thursday 11am-8pm and Friday 11am-7pm.
http://www.campusdining.org
Submitted by: Angela Agnello/FSA
3. Film: Taxi to the Dark Side
TAXI TO THE DARK SIDE (Alex Gibney/2007/106 minutes)
Monday September 10, 2007 7pm Wang Center Theatre
With Greater Port Jefferson Northern Brookhaven Arts Council
Free for Stony Brook University Students $4 for Arts Council members $5 for General Admission
104 prisoners have died in suspicious circumstances in U.S. custody during the war on terror. TAXI takes an in-depth look at one case: an Afghan taxi
driver called Dilawar, who died as a direct result of beatings he sustained from guards and interrogators at Bagram Air Force Base. The
documentary carefully develops the last weeks of Dilawar's life and shows
how decisions taken at the pinnacle of power in the Bush Administration
led directly to Dilawar's brutal death.
http://www.sunysb.edu/wang
Submitted by: Jennifer Iacona/Pres
4. Latin American & Caribbean Studies Center Hosts An Art Opening & Reception
Tuesday, SEPTEMBER 11 5:00-7:00 PM - LACS Gallery, Social & Behavioral Sciences Bldg., 3rd FLOOR, Room N320
Refreshments Served.
COCA: A Photo Exhibition by Scott Brennan
A series of photos shot in October of 2005, shortly before the elections that brought Morales into office. It is a portrait of the people and towns that make up the Los Yungas region, which is the oldest known coca growing region in the world. It is here that the leaf has been grown since pre-Inca times, centuries before the illicit narcotic was invented from extracting its ingredients.
http://www.stonybrook.edu/lacc
Submitted by: Domenica Tafuro/CAS
5. 4 for the price of 3! at the Wang Center
Reserve now before it's too late!
Four vibrant performances are the highlights for the fall season at the Wang Center. From the depths of Sufi mysticism and Butoh inspired dance to the energy of rock and hip-hop, and the sanguine pleasures of hula, jazz, and classical music to provocative ruminations and groundbreaking mergings, the Wang Center promises you a fiery palette for your soul, mind, and senses. Reserve a season ticket for an enticing price now! Reservations highly recommended.
Four for the Price of Three:
$75.00 Sponsor Tickets: VIP seating, priority, and assigned seating;
$45.00 General Admission;
$30.00 Students and Seniors Individual tickets for each performance: $10 for students and seniors; $15 general admission; $25 VIP
http://www.stonybrook.edu/wang
Submitted by: Jennifer Iacona/Pres
6. Devon Sproule, eclectic singer-songwriter, to perform at The University Cafe on Sunday, October 7th at 2 P.M.
A fast rising star on the acoustic music scene, twenty-five year old Devon Sproule, brings her eclectic songs and engaging performance style to Stony Brook on Sunday, October 7th for a 2 P.M. show at The University Cafe, in a series co-sponsored by WUSB-FM.
With a voice reminiscent of Maria Muldaur and Victoria Williams, Sproule combines Appalachian, folk and jazz influences and has receive praise from Dave Matthews, Mary Chapin Carpenter, NPR, and Rolling Stone.
Opening is Hope Nunnery whose style has been described as "Son House meets The Carter Family."
Tickets are $20.00 with a $15.00 ticket for Stony Brook Faculty/Staff and Students. Reservations by e mail to SundayStreetWUSB@aol.com and phone inquiries to 632-1093.
Information also at www.universitycafe.org under "Sunday Street Acoustic Series"
Also coming to The University Cafe: Bill Morrissey on Sunday, September 30th, 2 P.M.
http://www.universitycafe.org
Submitted by: Charles Backfish/CAS
7. Sufi Rock! Salman Ahmad of the famed Pakistani Band Junoon rocks the Wang center!
Wednesday, September 26, 7:00 pm, Wang Theater
He sings, shares stories, challenges orthodoxy, and is an activist for Peace and a UNAIDS Ambassador. The documentary film Islamabad Rock City (2001) will also be screened. The film is a look at the rock group Junoon Lahore natives Salman Ahmad (guitarist/songwriter) and Ali Azmat (vocalist), Muslims who follow the Sufi teachings of Islam, and New Yorker Brian O'Connell (bassist), a Christian. Dubbed the "U2 of Pakistan" by New York Times music critic Jon Pareles, Junoon bridges East and West, Islam and Christianity.
Wednesday, September 26, 7:00 pm, Wang Theater
Four for the Price of Three:
$75.00 Sponsor Tickets: VIP seating, priority, and assigned seating; $45.00 General Admission; $30.00 Students and Seniors Individual tickets for each performance: $10 for students and seniors; $15 general admission; $25 VIP
http://www.stonybrook.edu/wang
Submitted by: Jennifer Iacona/Pres
08. For-Pay Workshops/Courses
1. Introduction to Microsoft Word
Introduction to Microsoft Word: - NCE 316 - 5 sessions - Fee: $259
This course provides an introduction to the most popular word processing program. Streamline workflow by learning shortcuts. Topics include: creating, saving, editing and printing a document, spell check, thesaurus, search and replace, and moving text.
Prerequisite: Introduction to Windows or equivalent experience.
Section C: Tuesday 6pm-9pm, Sept 18, 25, Oct 2, 9, 16, 2007
For a full description of this class, and to register go to SPD Website at
http://www.stonybrook.edu/spd/computer
For questions call 632-7071
10% discount for University employees and Students. CSEA LEAP Vouchers accepted
Submitted by: Amy Margolies/Prov
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 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
4. Wine Expertise Certificate Course: Eight Tuesday evenings from 7:00-9:00 p.m., 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 www.stonybrook.edu/winecenter
http://www.stonybrook.edu/winecenter
Submitted by: Ginny Clancy/Pres
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. 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. For further information call: 631-344-3614
Confidentiality Maintained
Submitted by: Diane Ruenes/UHMC
3. 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
4. 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
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. 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
7. 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
8. 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
9. 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 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
10. 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
11. 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
10. Miscellaneous
1. 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
2. Volunteer Opportunity for Faculty, Staff and OLLI Members
Date: Week of 24 September
Place: N-255 in The Social and Behavioral Science Building
Many of our international TA's who are in our ESL Program need to spend more time in English conversing. Would you consider volunteering 1/2 hour a week to talk with an international PhD student? The program runs through The Linguistics Department and has great potential for improving the English Proficiency on this campus!
Sign up on the table outside N-255. Put down your name and and half hour you can volunteer.
You meet your partner for the first time at the table where you signed up in SBS N-255 the week of 24 September. You can meet in the lobby on that floor or where ever you both choose.
The sessions are very individualistic. The idea is to get the student talking!
Contact Dr. Barbara Brownworth <Barbara.Brownworth@stonybrook.edu>
Thank you for considering this important opportunity!
Submitted by: Barbara Brownworth/CAS
3. Wolfstock 2007 - A Homecoming Tradition
This year’s homecoming tradition coincides with the University’s 50th anniversary.
Organize your own reunion or special event and we’ll help compose and send invitations, track registration, and promote your special event on our Web site.
Here’s three easy ways for you to get involved:
Reunion Tent
Reserve a seating area under the Big Tent for you and your reunion group, where you can greet your alumni and friends, share memories, and enjoy delicious fare from over 20 area restaurants.
University Expo Tent
Your school or department will be allocated space under the tent where you can showcase programs and research to alumni, friends, faculty, staff and visitors.
Host an Activity
You can offer a lecture, presentation, or simply a breakfast gathering to give your group a special homecoming kick off event.
Contact Sandra Skinner sandra.skinner@stonybrook.edu 632-4995 for West Campus or Bill Dethlefs william.dethlefs@stonybrook.edu 444-2899 for HSC.
Submitted by: Yasemin Tansel/HSC
4. Math Outreach Program For Middle School Students
Meaningful Advantageous Tactical Hands-On Program for 7th & 8th graders: The world of mathematics has many different topic areas. During the five week course, students will explore some of those topics. Through the use of hands-on fun activities, students will gain an appreciation of mathematics that is pragmatic and useful. Why not join us to view math in a different perspective through fun and knowledgeable lessons? See the LIGASE website for details.
http://www.stonybrook.edu/ligase/Forstudents/MathCamp-Middle%20School/mathcamp-middleschool.html
Submitted by: Judith Nimmo/CAS
5. Senior Citizen Law Day October 6th - Free educational seminars designed to assist families in senior life planning.
Senior Citizen Law Day is a community event that offers free educational seminars on topics related to senior life planning. Senior Citizen Law Day will be held on Saturday, October 6th, at Stony Brook University’s Student Activities Center from 9 AM to 3 PM.
Through the generous support from Moloney Family Funeral Homes, Harbor Village at Mt. Sinai, Senior Funding Group, Prudential Douglas Elliman Real Estate, and Citibank / SmithBarney of Lake Grove, this event will be open to the public - free of charge.
Elder law attorneys, finance and healthcare professionals will provide objective information sessions on important topics such as community resources available for seniors, Medicare Part D, identity theft, community Medicaid, wills & trusts, estate planning, selecting a nursing home, reverse mortgages, pre-need funeral arrangements, advance directives and more.
The event is free and space is limited, therefore registration is recommended. To register, call 751-3094.
Submitted by: Jonathan Spier/LISVH
6. Anxiety Disorders Clinic
The Department of Psychology's Psychological Center now has a clinic specializing in the assessment and treatment of anxiety disorders. The Anxiety Disorders Clinic provides proven, short-term, cost-effective, treatments for adults and children suffering with: Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD), Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), Panic Disorder, Phobias, Generalized Anxiety Disorder, as well as Trichotillomania (chronic hair-pulling) and Complicated Grief. Please call 632-7830, or for more information, visit:
http://www.psychology.stonybrook.edu/anxiety/
http://www.psychology.stonybrook.edu/anxiety/
Submitted by: Greg Hajcak/CAS