Campus Announcements for the week of 09/24/2007
Table of Contents
01. Administrative
1. Recycling and Environmental Sustainability at Stony Brook University
2. Dialogues Across Differences: Call for Proposals
3. Deer Park Water Service
4. The University Senate has a new website
5. Parking Validation Books
6. The Arts and Sciences Senate Meets on Monday, September 24th at 3:30 p.m. in Javits Room of the Library.
7. September is Campus Fire Safety Month
03. Workshops/Courses/Training
1. EAP Lunchtime Learning Labyrinth Walking: Pathway to Stress Management & Improved Performance
2. EAP Lunchtime Learning, Gang Awareness Training
3. PDAAR Training
4. Herstory's Writers Workshop
5. Preformance Management-The Employee's Role
6. Counseling and the Disciplinary Process
for Supervisors of State Employees
04. Conferences/Seminars/Lectures
1. Topics in Atmospheric and Oceanic Sciences Seminar, 9/26/07
2. President's Lecture Series: Karan Singh, Ph.D. September 29
3. Cewit Commercialization Conference
4. Biochemistry & Cell Biology Seminar: Thursday, September 27, 2007
5. NIH General Clinical Research Center (GCRC)
Department of Medicine Seminar Series
6. Ocean And Atmospheric Colloquium, September 28, 2007
7. "Molecular Genetics of Thyroid Cancer Guides Development of Novel Therapies."
8. Ecology and Evolution Seminar: "Does the Evolution of Developmental Plasticity Contribute to the Adaptive Divergence of Fishes Colonizing Novel Environments"
9. Neuroscience Seminar Series
10. The Latin American & Caribbean Studies Center invites CHRISTIAN PARENTI (Correspondent for The Nation) to Stony Brook!
11. Small Business Development Center Workshop Grass Roots Marketing
05. Hosp/HSC Conferences/Seminars/Lectures
1. Department of Physiology and Biophysics Seminar
2. September Is National Preparedness Month - Are You Ready?
06. Charitable
1. "Macy's Shop For A Cause" for Sunrise Fund
2. Fall Fashion Festival
3. Golf Outing to Benefit Habitat for Humanity
4. Sunrise Fund
5. Type O Positive and Negative Blood Donors are Urgently Needed!
07. Entertainment
1. Wednesday Wellness Walks in the Woods
2. Bill Morrissey, songwriter, Grammy nominee and novelist, in concert at University Cafe, Sunday, September 30th 2 PM
3.
Pottery Sale, Student Union, September 26
4. Stony Brook Chapter Installation of the
Student African American Brotherhood National Organization (SAAB)
5. Enjoy "Music on an Autumn Night" at Staller Center, Thursday, September 27 at 8:00 pm - www.stallercenter.com
6. Jazz at Lincoln Center Orchestra with Wynton Marsalis, Saturday, September 29 at 8:00 pm at Staller Center.
7. Wolfstock 2007 - A Homecoming Tradition Friday, October 19 - Sunday, October 21
8. Union Commons Food Sampling
9. Mourning by Eiko & Koma, and Tan
10. Film: The Sea is Watching
08. For-Pay Workshops/Courses
1. Entrepreneurship: Starting Up a Business or Non-Profit Organization
2. Introduction to Microsoft Excel
3. Microsoft Web Design certificate
09. Research
1. Are You Overweight?
2. Herpes Vaccine Study
3. Take Part In Clinical Research Studies
4. Seeking Volunteers
5. Do You Have Osteoarthritis Of The Joint At The Base Of Your Thumb?
6. Seeking Healthy Overweight Women - Sleep Research
7. Levothyroxine Study
8. Do You Have Prostate Cancer?
9. Effect of Pioglitazone on the course of new onset Type I Diabetes
10. Study of HIV+/AIDS and Chromium Picolinate
11. Brookhaven National Laboratory
Crack or cocaine problems?
12. Free Relationship Assessment
13. Are you mentally prepared for the LSAT-GRE-GMAT?
10. Miscellaneous
1. Senior Citizen Law Day October 6th - Free educational seminars designed to assist families in senior life planning.
2. Ground-breaking ceremony for the Strategically Targeted Academic and Research (STAR) Center
3. NOW (National Organization for Women) Chapter Meeting Saturday, September 29 at 10:00 AM, Old Chemistry, Room 118. All are welcome.
01. Administrative
1. 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
2. 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
3. Deer Park Water Service
Deer Park Water is the current contracted vendor to provide water cooler rental and bottled water service for the University, Hospital, LISVH, Southampton campus and all other departments and affiliated offices. Requests for new service, cooler equipment relocation, repair or any other issue(s) related to Deer Park Water should be submitted via email to Hilary Wolfskill (hilary.wolfskill@stonybrook.edu) in the Procurement Office (631-632-6006
Submitted by: Alfred Di Venuto/Admin
4. The University Senate has a new website
The University Senate has a new website which will feature a monthly column by Senate President Dr. Bernard Lane. Please visit it at:
http://stonybrook.edu/univsenate/index.shtml
. There are still open positions on most committees that are listed under "News and Announcements". If you are interested in an open position please contact ltheobalt@notes.cc.sunysb.edu.
Submitted by: Laurie Theobalt/Prov
5. Parking Validation Books
Effective immediately any department that needs to purchase parking validation booklets for use in any of the garage facilities will need to contact Kathie Diehl in the Accounting Office, 401 Administration, at 2-6040. If the department is using a state account, state hospital account, LISVH account or Research Foundation account, the department may use a Material & Services Requisition for the purchase of the parking booklets (form #SUSB 828). This form must be completed with an authorized signatory and then sent to the Accounting office for processing. All other entities (ie SBF, Affiliates, CPMP) will need to obtain an invoice from Accounting for the purchase of the booklet and have a check processed for the purchase accordingly. Should you have any questions regarding this procedure, please contact Lynn Davis at 2-4188 or Kathie Diehl in the Accounting at 2-6040 for assistance.
Submitted by: Lynn A. Davis/Admin
6. The Arts and Sciences Senate Meets on Monday, September 24th at 3:30 p.m. in Javits Room of the Library.
I. Approval of agenda
II. Approval of minutes of the April 23, 2007 meeting
III. President's Report (Georges Fouron/Cynthia Davidson)
IV. Report of the College of Arts and Sciences (James Staros)
V. Discussion of Changes to the Constitution and By-Laws Regarding Academic Units (Cynthia Davidson)
VI. Curriculum Committee Report (Kane Gillespie)
VII. Old Business
VIII. New Business
Submitted by: Laurie Theobalt/Prov
7. September is Campus Fire Safety Month
The Department of Environmental Health & Safety and the Division of Campus Residences has planned a number of fire prevention activities during the week of September 24, 2007 to raise awareness about the danger of fires and to prevent fires from occurring. Please join us for demonstrations, displays and information. We will be offering prizes, gifts and free beverages. For more information, please go to
http://www.stonybrook.edu/ehs/fire/prevention.shtml?events
http://www.stonybrook.edu/ehs/fire/prevention.shtml?events
Submitted by: Gary Kaczmarczyk/Admin
03. Workshops/Courses/Training
1. EAP Lunchtime Learning Labyrinth Walking: Pathway to Stress Management & Improved Performance
Take a break from the stress of modern life by going back a few thousand years. People are discovering anew that walking the concentric circles of ancient labyrinths can create inner peace and healing. EAP invites you to join Labyrinth Builder, Ed O'Connell, for a refreshing introduction to the Red Dragon Labyrinth as a walking meditation practice.
September 27, 2007, 12:00-1:00, Red Dragon Labyrinth (to right of Student Union, across street, behind Wang Center)
To register call EAP at 632-6085
http://www.stonybrook.edu/eap
Submitted by: Linda Tatem/Pres
2. 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 Department of Probation.
October 3rd, 11:30-12:30, HSC, L2, Classroom 160
To register call EAP at 632-6085
http://www.stonybrook.edu/eap
Submitted by: Linda Tatem/Pres
3. PDAAR Training
Position Description and Advertisement Requisitons (PDAAR)
October 2, 2007 10:00am 12:00pm
Description: PDAAR 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.
http://naples.cc.sunysb.edu/Admin/HRSForms.nsf/aac30a50eebe3a8185256a6f004b0a84/7c48757ce9aedf9a85256a8d004b4293?OpenDocument
Submitted by: Lillian Valdez/Admin
4. Herstory's Writers Workshop
11th Anniversary Benefit Reading & Gala Buffet
Enjoy writings from Herstory members old and new: from Escriben/Latinas Write, second issue Voices, premiere issue from Herstory "Inside Suffolk County's Correctional Facilities;" See Herstory documentary excerpts; Special preview of our Prison Photography Show; Walk among the Chinese Zodiac Fountains; Indulge in cuisine from India, China, and Japan.
For more information call 631-725-4697.
Tickets: $60.00 General Admission; $25 for students
Sunday, September 30, 12:30 pm to 4:00 pm
http://www.sunysb.edu/wang
Submitted by: Jennifer Iacona/Pres
5. Preformance Management-The Employee's Role
October 3, 2007 9:30am 12:30pm
Are you interested in taking ownership of your own performance? If yes, then this program is for you! This interactive session will walk you though the annual performance management process from beginning to end. During our discussion we will cover the following:
Identifying the expectations of a performance program and annual evaluation
Reviewing criteria for measuring individual performance goals and objectives
Identifying communication strategies to enhance managerial discussions
Implementing an action plan for managing your performance
Target Audience: All individual contributors who are not responsible for managing the performance of others.
http://naples.cc.sunysb.edu/Admin/HRSForms.nsf/aac30a50eebe3a8185256a6f004b0a84/7c48757ce9aedf9a85256a8d004b4293?OpenDocument
Submitted by: Lillian Valdez/Admin
6. Counseling and the Disciplinary Process
for Supervisors of State Employees
October 2, 2007 9:00am 1:00pm
This program will provide you, the 1st or 2nd line supervisors and managers, with information regarding the Counseling and Disciplinary processes under all Collective Bargaining Agreements on campus and for non-represented Management/Confidential (M/C) employees in the Stony Brook University community. In addition it will provide you with the ability to support the supervisors in your departments who are faced with employee issues requiring counseling or discipline. The session includes:
How and when to conduct a counseling session
The difference between a verbal and a written counseling
How to write a counseling memo
How to identify problem situations
How to determine when to counsel an employee and when to seek disciplinary action.
The roles of the Supervisor, the Department and Employee and Labor Relations in the process.
http://naples.cc.sunysb.edu/Admin/HRSForms.nsf/aac30a50eebe3a8185256a6f004b0a84/7c48757ce9aedf9a85256a8d004b4293?OpenDocument
Submitted by: Lillian Valdez/Admin
04. Conferences/Seminars/Lectures
1. Topics in Atmospheric and Oceanic Sciences Seminar, 9/26/07
Please join us for a seminar by Professor Ron McTaggart-Cowan from the Numerical Weather Prediction Division, Canadian Meteorological Service. Professor McTaggart-Cowan's seminar entitled, "Climatology of Tropical Cyclogenesis in the North Atlantic (1948-2004)," will be presented on Wednesday, September 26, 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
2. President's Lecture Series: Karan Singh, Ph.D. September 29
President's Lecture Series: Karan Singh, Ph.D.
Saturday, September 29, 2007, 4:00 pm, Wang Center Theater
The Four Pillars of Learning: Education for the Global Society
Co-sponsored by the Center for India Studies, Reception to follow in the Wang Center Lobby.
Bus transportation from East Campus will be departing from the Hospital Main Entrance at 4:00 pm. RSVP to 632-6320 to reserve your seat for the bus.
http://www.stonybrook.edu/sb/preslecture
Submitted by: Karen Keeley/UAff
3. 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
4. Biochemistry & Cell Biology Seminar: Thursday, September 27, 2007
You are cordially invited to attend a seminar given by Dr. Ramanujan Hegde, Principial Investigator of Cell Biology and Metabolism Proteins, National Institutes of Health, entitled "The Biosynthesis of Secretory and Membrane Proteins". It will be held on Thursday, September 27, 2007, in room 038, Life Sciences Building at 4:00pm. Hosted by Dr. William Lennarz.
Submitted by: Dianna Berger/CAS
5. 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
6. Ocean And Atmospheric Colloquium, September 28, 2007
Professor Malcolm Bowman from Stony Brook University will present a seminar entitled,: MSRC: This Is Your Life" at 12 noon on September 28, 2007. The seminar will take place at the School of Marine and Atmospheric Sciences, South Campus, in the Endeavour Hall 120. Light refreshements will be served. For more information, please call 631-632-8781
http://www.somas.stonybrook.edu/news.oac.html
Submitted by: Katerina Panagiotakopoulou/MSRC
7. "Molecular Genetics of Thyroid Cancer Guides Development of Novel Therapies."
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
Seminar begins at 4:00pm
Submitted by: Diane Ruenes/UHMC
8. Ecology and Evolution Seminar: "Does the Evolution of Developmental Plasticity Contribute to the Adaptive Divergence of Fishes Colonizing Novel Environments"
Dr. Beren Robinson, Department of Zoology, University of Guelph, Canada, 3:30 P.M., Wednesday, September 26, 2007, Life Sciences Building, Room 038. Hosts: Dr. Massimo Pigliucci and Dr. Michael 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
9. Neuroscience Seminar Series
On Tuesday, October 2, 2007,t 10:30 in room 038 of the Life Sciences Bldg, the Neurobiology & Behavior Department will be holding a Seminar. Young-Hwan Jo, Ph.D., Division of Endocrinology, Department of Medicine, Albert Einstein College of Medicine, Bronx, NY will be giving a talk on "To eat more or to eat less: Neurophysiological analysis of feeding-related neural circuitry in the hypothalamus."
Host: Craig Evinger 2-8643
Submitted by: Karen Morse/CAS
10. The Latin American & Caribbean Studies Center invites CHRISTIAN PARENTI (Correspondent for The Nation) to Stony Brook!
Thursday, SEPTEMBER 27, 2007 4:00-6:00 PM, Humanities Institute, Room 1006
Venezuela and Bolivia: A journalist's reflection on the limits and possibilities of "21st Century Socialism"
CHRISTIAN PARENTI, Ph.D. in Sociology from the London School of Economics and a Correspondent for The Nation. He has reported extensively from Iraq, Afghanistan and Latin America. His work from Latin America has also appeared in the London Review of Books and NACLA. Christian’s most recent book is The Freedom: Shadows and Hallucinations in Occupied Iraq. His two previous books are The Soft Cage: Surveillance in America from Slavery to the War on Terror, (Basic Books, 2003) and Lockdown America: Police and Prisons in the Age of Crisis, (Verso, 2000). For additional information visit: www.christianparenti.com
Sponsored by The Latin American & Caribbean Studies Center
http://www.stonybrook.edu/lacc
Submitted by: Domenica Tafuro/CAS
11. Small Business Development Center Workshop Grass Roots Marketing
October 3rd 9:00 am - 11:00 am Long Island High Tech Incubator Bldg.
FREE workshop led by John Mangione, President, Effero LLC Marketing and Digital Solutions.
To register, e-mail lynne.schmidt@sunysb.edu or call 29070.
Submitted by: Lynne Schmidt/CEAS
05. Hosp/HSC Conferences/Seminars/Lectures
1. Department of Physiology and Biophysics Seminar
Wednesday, September 26, 2007 at noon
"Designing Functional Protein Complexes: A Biophysical Approach to a Systems-Level Problem", Dr. David F. Green, Department of Applied Mathematics and Statistics, Stony Brook University
Place: Basic Science Tower, T-5, Room 140
Host: Dr. Roger Johnson
Note: This speaker is a candidate for a joint appointment.
http://www.pnb.sunysb.edu/
Submitted by: Robin Green/UHMC
2. September Is National Preparedness Month - Are You Ready?
DO YOU HAVE A PLAN? National Preparedness Month is an opportunity to raise awareness about the importance of emergency preparedness and to encourage all Americans to better prepare their homes and communities for emergencies by taking simple steps such as organizing an emergency supply kit, making a personal preparedness plan, becoming informed about different threats, and getting involved in preparing their community. These activities create a culture of preparedness and can help save lives. To learn more join us on: MONDAY, September 24, 10 am-2 pm, Stony Brook University Health Sciences Center Galleria
Experts from Local Agencies
Family and Personal Emergency Planning
Hurricane Preparedness
Pet Safety
Vendor Exhibits
Raffles
Hosted by The Regional Resource Center
Stony Brook University Medical Center
For more information call: HealthConnect at 631.444.4000
Submitted by: Catherine Mcwilliams/UHMC
06. Charitable
1. "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
2. 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
3. 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
4. Sunrise Fund
Please help support the Sunrise Fund for Children with Cancer by purchasing a 2008 Calendar featuring our patients and staff. The Sunrise Fund has been established to promote awareness about childhood cancer, support research, and provide numerous programs for the children and families. The calendar also serves as a resource of information about the Sunrise Fund and the Pediatric Oncology Program. Calendars may be purchased for $20.00. All purchases are tax deductable. Please call 444-2899(Dept. of Advancement)Checks can be made out to SBF/Sunrise Fund.
Submitted by: Jeanne Greenfield/UHMC
5. Type O Positive and Negative Blood Donors are Urgently Needed!
According to LI Blood Services, there is an especially short supply of type 0 positive and type 0 negative blood inventory. SBUMC is reflecting this shortage and strongly encourages donations asap. When a disaster/emergency occurs, it is blood on the shelf that is desperately needed; new donations require days to be tested before becoming available. When blood is donated at Stony Brook, it is given directly to a patient in need at the hospital. To give blood, donors must be between 17 and 75, weigh at least 110 pounds and be in general good health. Even people on blood pressure & cholesterol medication with conditions under control and insulin-taking diabetics can give blood.
For more information, call Jennifer Peace at 444-7586; or to make an appointment call 631-444-DONATE. Registered nurses are hand to assist donors. Parking is validated.
Submitted by: Patricia O'Brien/UHMC
07. Entertainment
1. Wednesday Wellness Walks in the Woods
The Friends of the Ashley Schiff Park Preserve will be hosting a Wellness walk through and around the Schiff Preserve Wednesday mornings from 8:00 to 9:00 a.m. Walks will be at a moderately brisk pace (3.0 to 3.5 mph). Meet at Schiff Preserve kiosk located on Circle Rd across from Roth Parking lot. Attendence is open to all. Please email Margaret Conover, mcon@optonline.com to register.
www.ashleyschiff.org
Submitted by: Mary La Corte/Admin
2. Bill Morrissey, songwriter, Grammy nominee and novelist, in concert at University Cafe, Sunday, September 30th 2 PM
Bill Morrissey is one of the acoustic music scene's top performers. This New England - based singer songwriter and guitarist (and published novelist) has been nominated for two Grammy aawards and is at home in the genres of folk and blues. In concert, his wry wit punctuates his engaging performances of finely-crafted songs, garnering praise from the New York Times and Rolling Stone magazine.
Opening is Phil Minissale who, while still in his twenties, has been a major attraction on the Long Island Blues scene.
Tickets: $20.00 general, $15.00 Stony Brook Students/Faculty/Staff
Advance sale on website (www.universitycafe.org under "Sunday Street Acoustic Series") or reservations via e mail to SundayStreetWUSB@aol.com
Coming on October 7th at 2 P.M: Devon Sproule with Hope Nunnery opening
http://www.universitycafe.org
Submitted by: Charles Backfish/CAS
3.
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
4. Stony Brook Chapter Installation of the
Student African American Brotherhood National Organization (SAAB)
Join us on Tuesday, October 2, 2007 from 7:00PM - 8:00pm in the Student Activities Center Auditorium, reception to follow. Coordinated by the Office of Multicultural Affairs, the Stony Brook Chapter of the Student African American Brotherhood Organization (SAAB) is a new campus initiative whose primary focus is to help increase the retention of African American and Hispanic American male students. Neither a fraternity nor a student organization, SAAB is a collaborative institutional effort to increase the success rate of males in higher education. We invite you to attend the installation of the Stony Brook Chapter of SAAB, which is the first in the State University of New York System (SUNY), New York State, and the U.S. Northeast. For more information, please visit SAAB National website at:
http://2cusaab.org/
http://studentaffairs.stonybrook.edu/oma/
Submitted by: Cheryl Chambers/OSA
5. Enjoy "Music on an Autumn Night" at Staller Center, Thursday, September 27 at 8:00 pm - www.stallercenter.com
World-renowned artists-in-residence along with outstanding music grad students offer a perfect introduction to Autumn. "Autumn" from The Four Seasons by Vivaldi; Sonata V in F for two oboes, bassoon and basso continuo by Zelenka; Horn Quartet in E flat Major KV 407 by Mozart; and Piano Quintet in A Major Op. 81 by Dvorak make up the program. Philip Setzer, Christina Dahl, Colin Carr, Katherine Murdock, William Purvis, Stephen Taylor and Frank Morelli are among the artists.
http://stallercenter.com
Submitted by: Julie Greene/CAS
6. Jazz at Lincoln Center Orchestra with Wynton Marsalis, Saturday, September 29 at 8:00 pm at Staller Center.
Check www.stallercenter.com for status of tickets. The show, "Jazz Masterpieces," was nearly sold out at the time of posting.
http://stallercenter.com
Submitted by: Julie Greene/CAS
7. Wolfstock 2007 - A Homecoming Tradition Friday, October 19 - Sunday, October 21
"Rockin' & Rollin" Celebrating 50 Years of Excellence
Join us as we celebrate Wolfstock 2007 - A Homecoming Tradition
For more information call: 1-877-SEAWOLF (732-9653)
or visit www.stonybrook.edu/homecoming
http://www.stonybrook.edu/homecoming
Submitted by: Karen Keeley/UAff
8. Union Commons Food Sampling
On Tuesday, September 25, from 11:30 am - 1:30 pm, visit the Administration Building lobby to taste delicious foods from the new Union Commons Food Court. Spin the Wheel to win a free gift! Brought to you by FSA and Campus Dining Services.
http://www.campusdining.org
Submitted by: Angela Agnello/FSA
9. Mourning by Eiko & Koma, and Tan
Butoh-inspired MacArthur "Genius" awardees Eiko & Koma collaborate with acclaimed avant-garde pianist Margaret Leng Tan in celebrating their idiosyncratic styles and spirits. Delving into themes and images associated with dislocation, death and mourning, this fusion of dance and music allow intimacy and inspiration, evoking the depth of the ocean and the density of a remote forest. "Deep inside our dance are ancient memories that we hope people can sense and share, even if they do not remember from where and when"Eiko and Koma
Saturday October 6, 8:00 pm, Wang Theater
Tickets for each performance: $10 for students and seniors; $15 general admission; $25 VIP
To reserve tickets please call 632-4400 or email wangcenter@stonybrook.edu
http://www.sunysb.edu/wang
Submitted by: Jennifer Iacona/Pres
10. Film: The Sea is Watching
Asian Film Forum with Osher Lifelong Learning Institute c/o Thora Wagner
Based on famed Japanese director Akira Kurosawa's last screenplay, Director Kei Kumai delves into the complex class and sexual dynamics of 19th century Japan. In a brothel in a Japanese village where the ruling and common classes mingle, Fusanosuke, a disgraced samurai, seeks refuge from authorities after he injured a more powerful samurai. Oshin, a young and naive prostitute with a heart of gold, falls in love with Fusanosuke against the advice of older and wiser prostitutes, leading to disastrous results. (In Japanese with English subtitles). Co-sponsored by the Japan Center. Thursday, September 27, 1:00 pm, Wang Theater
http://www.sunysb.edu/wang
Submitted by: Jennifer Iacona/Pres
08. For-Pay Workshops/Courses
1. Entrepreneurship: Starting Up a Business or Non-Profit Organization
The College of Business is holding a four-week non-credit program at Stony Brook
Southampton. Classes will be held on Mondays, Oct. 22, 29, Nov. 5, 12 from 7:00 pm to
9:00 pm in the Fine Arts Building, room 143. Program fee is $120.
For more information or to register call: 632-2012.
http://www.stonybrook.edu/startups
Submitted by: Karen Keeley/UAff
2. Introduction to Microsoft Excel
This introductory course demonstrates the power and ease that makes Microsoft Excel the most-widely used spreadsheet application for office and home financial planning. Accountants, office managers, budget managers, even the family financial planner, will benefit from learning the basics of Excel. Topics include: basics of spreadsheet design, entering data, editing, formatting and printing worksheets, and implementing formulae and functions. The course emphasizes hands-on exercises to reinforce lessons.
Prerequisite: Introduction to Windows or equivalent experience.
Section C: Wed., 6pm-9pm, OCtober 3, 10, 17, 24, 31, 2007
Section D: Mon., 1:30pm-4:30pm; October 1, 8, 15, 22, 29, 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
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. 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
2. 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
3. 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
4. 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
Submitted by: Diane Ruenes/UHMC
5. 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
6. 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
7. 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
8. 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
9. 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
10. 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
11. 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
12. Free Relationship Assessment
Couples needed for study of marriage
The University Marital Clinic is currently offering free marital assessments as part of a non-profit research study. Participating couples will receive 50 dollars. Call 631.632.7850 to see if you qualify.
Submitted by: Heather Foran/GST
13. Are you mentally prepared for the LSAT-GRE-GMAT?
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://www.psychology.sunysb.edu/amoyer-/WPrep.html
Submitted by: Stephanie Sohl/GST
10. Miscellaneous
1. 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
2. Ground-breaking ceremony for the Strategically Targeted Academic and Research (STAR) Center
The Ground-breaking ceremony for the Strategically Targeted Academic and Research (STAR) Center at Stony Brook University will take place on Monday, September 24, 2007 at 11:30 AM at the site of the new facility adjacent to the Life Sciences Building on the University campus.
Funded by the New York State Foundation for Science Technology and Innovation, the $25M Center will house the translational research activities of the Department of Biomedical Engineering and the Centers for Advanced Technology in Medical Biotechnology and Sensor Technology.
All are invited to attend. Please RSVP to 631-632-8521.
http://www.biotech.sunysb.edu/
Submitted by: Kate Posnanski/CEAS
3. NOW (National Organization for Women) Chapter Meeting Saturday, September 29 at 10:00 AM, Old Chemistry, Room 118. All are welcome.
Informal get-together, meet new officers, exchange ideas on women's issues, such as pay equity, child custody, personal privacy laws, equal rights amendment, and domestic violence. Meet the movers and shakers working for positive change. Coffee and cake will be served.
September 29 at 10:00, Old Chemistry, 118 (Women's Studies Colloquium Center).
Submitted by: Colleen Wallahora/CAS