Campus Announcements for the week of 08/06/2007
Table of Contents
03. Workshops/Courses/Training
1. Lawson Training
2. Heartsaver CPR w/AED Certification
06. Charitable
1. Attention UUP Golfers
2. Habitat for Humanity Annual Golf Outing
07. Entertainment
1. Department of Campus Recreation Summer Kayaking Trip
2. Origami Heaven Festival
08. For-Pay Workshops/Courses
1. Center for Legal Studies at the School of Professional Development
09. Research
1. Effect of Pioglitazone on the course of new onset Type I Diabetes
2. Seeking Volunteers with Cystic Fibrosis
3. Study of HIV+/AIDS and Chromium Picolinate
4. Study of Insulin Sensitivity in Patients with HIV+ and/or AIDS
5. Brookhaven National Laboratory Crack or cocaine problems?
6. Do you have Heart Failure?
10. Miscellaneous
1. Weekend Enrichment Program for children 3-15 years old in Stony Brook University
2. Opening Activities Volunteers Needed!
3. Accounting Manager
03. Workshops/Courses/Training
1. Lawson Training
Lawson Requisition Training Classes will be held on a weekly basis, to see available dates please click on the calendar link:
http://uhmc-iweb1.uhmc.sunysb.edu/lawsonsupport/index_files/Page909.htm
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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
2. Heartsaver 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.
Date: August 23,2007; Time: 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM; Place: SAC 308;To register, click below
Reminder: $10 needed for certification
http://naples.cc.sunysb.edu/Admin/HRSForms.nsf/aac30a50eebe3a8185256a6f004b0a84/7c48757ce9aedf9a85256a8d004b4293/$FILE/HRSF0007.pdf
Submitted by: Lillian Valdez/Admin
06. Charitable
1. Attention UUP Golfers
ALS Ride for Life Golf Tournament will be held on October 8, 2007 at Stonebridge Golf Links & Country Club in Hauppauge. Proceeds to benefit the ALS clinic at University Hospital and scholarships for students whose lives have been touched by ALS.
Sponsorship opportunities range from $100-$800. Please call 4-1505 for details and to sign up today!
Submitted by: Kathleen Southerton/UHMC
2. Habitat for Humanity Annual Golf Outing
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
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. Origami Heaven Festival
This day-long festival features:
1. Storigami performances by renowned storytellers.
2. Traditional Japanese tea ceremony.
3. Short film
4. Body Wrapping: Origami master and certified Kimono dresser, June Sakamoto demonstrates the art of kimono dressing.
5. Greeting card workshop by acclaimed Origami artist, Sok Song.
6. Festival crown
7. The very 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! (
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://sunysb.edu/wang
Submitted by: Jennifer Iacona/Pres
08. For-Pay Workshops/Courses
1. Center for Legal Studies at the School of Professional Development
In conjuction with the Center for Legal Studies, SPD offers intensive, nationally acclaimed certificate programs in Paralegal and Alternative Dispute Resolution as well as a LegalNurse Consultant Training Course. Online, video, and face-to-face options are available.
The following are offered online throughout 2007!
* LegalNurse Consultant training Course
* Alternative Dispute Resolution Certificate Course
* Victom Advocacy Certificate Course
* Legal Secretary Certificate Course
* Legal Investigation Certificate Course
* Paralegal Certificate Course is offered online as well as in person.
Get detailed information on these programs, including a breakdown of the curriculum, dates, and costs at our website:
http://www.stonybrook.edu/spd/career/index.html
For additional information and registration call the Center For Legal Studies at 1-800-522-7737
Submitted by: Amy Margolies/Prov
09. Research
1. 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
2. Seeking Volunteers with Cystic Fibrosis
Seeking Volunteers with Cystic Fibrosis 18 years of age or older to participate in a 28 week research study to examine the efficacy of IGF-1 treatment to maintain or improve body weight and composition.
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. 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
5. 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
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
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. 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. 31.
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
3. Accounting Manager
Faculty Student Association at Stony Brook University seeks an Accounting Manager to join our dynamic team. Required: Bachelor’s degree in Accounting and a minimum of seven years of progressive accounting experience; excellent customer service and computer skills; proficient in financial analysis, auditing, budgeting, and year-end closings; supervisory experience; integrated computerized accounting systems; and developing/implementing financial reports. Interested applicants should send resume and cover letter with salary requirement by August 13, 2007, to Chris Oster, Human Resources Manager, Department AMUH, Faculty Student Association, Stony Brook Union, Room 240, Stony Brook, NY 11794-3209, or fax to (631) 632-6573. Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.
Submitted by: Christine Oster/FSA