Campus Announcements for the week of 04/30/2007
Table of Contents
01. Administrative
1. Blackboard - Summer 2007 course sites - available for instructors NOT students.
2. Need a computer classroom this summer? Would you like to use a SINC Site ? Deadline for requests: Wed. 5/23/07
3. Excepting Podcasting account registrations now for the Summer I & II sessions.
4. It's time to renew your library material.
03. Workshops/Courses/Training
1. "Employing and Accommodating Individuals with Psychiatric Impairments"
2. EAP Lunchtime Learning-Gang Awareness Training
3. Health Sciences Library May Class Schedule
4. Lawson Requisition Training
5. EAP Lunchtime Learning-Retirement With a Purpose
6. EAP Lunchtime Learning-Path of Peace on the Red Dragon Labyrinth
7. EAP Lunchtime Learning-Understanding Adolescence Guest Speaker, Carol Carter is co-founder of Sunshine Prevention Center for Youth & Families
04. Conferences/Seminars/Lectures
1. Topics in Atmospheric and Oceanic Sciences Seminar, 5/2/07
2. The Stony Brook Southampton MFA Reading Series
3. "Speak Out: I Had an Abortion" Film Screening & Discussion
4. Conference on Formal Approaches to Slavic Linguistics /FASL 16 May 4-6, 2007
5. Biochemistry & Cell Biology Seminar: Thursday, May 3, 2007
6. C. N. Yang ITP 40th Anniversary Symposium
7. Ocean And Atmospheric Colloquium, May 4, 2007
8. Ecology and Evolution Seminar
9. Psychology Colloquium
10. Neuroscience Seminar Series
11. Bangalore, India Summer Study Abroad Program
12. Chinese Food Can Be Good For Your Health!
05. Hosp/HSC Conferences/Seminars/Lectures
1. Science And Research Awareness Series (SARAS)
2. FREE Melanoma Awareness lectures & skin cancer screenings
06. Charitable
1. Sunrise Fund Walk-a-thon to benefit children with cancer
2. Knights of Columbus Charity Gala to Benefit the Sunrise Fund at Stony Brook
3. The 11th Annual Cody Comedy Festival to benefit the Cody Center for Autism and Developmental Disabilities
4. Caring Crafters - Wednesday, 12noon-1pm Health Sciences Library
5. 4th Annual Witness Walk for Breast Cancer Awareness, Saturday May 5, 2007 in the Town of Babylon
6. Par F.O.R.E. Golf Outing
07. Entertainment
1. Three Big Events, One Big Day - Wednesday, May 2
2. Birding in the Ashley Schiff Park Preserve
3. The Triangle Project: Journey of the DandelionConcert and Workshop
4. Student Art Show at Staller Gallery
5. Taste of Summer : Walk About Tasting Festival at Stony Brook Southampton
6. Mother's Day Pottery Sale
7. Limited seats available for Dylan 66th Birthday concert with The Kennedys at University Cafe Thursday May 24th 7:30 P.M.
8. Documentary Film: Beauty Academy of Kabul
9. Career Women's Luncheon - Thursday, May 3rd
10. Sakura Matsuri (Cherry Blossom Festival)A Japanese American Friendship Festival
08. For-Pay Workshops/Courses
1. Advanced Excel: Module II - NCE 314.2 - 2 sessions - Fee: $109
2. Exploring Macromedia FLASH MX: - NCE 329 - 12 sessions - Fee: $629
09. Research
1. Take Part In Clinical Research Studies
2. Seeking Volunteers
3. Are You Overweight?
4. Seeking Volunteers Men And Women 18 Years Of Age And Older With A Diagnosis Of HIV+ And/Or AIDS
10. Miscellaneous
1. Pollock-Krasner House and Study Center re-opens for the season on Thursday, May 3rd.
2. Campus Child Care Available
3. The Summer Camps at Stony Brook 632-4550
4. Photos from Auxiliary's Annual Photo Contest
5. CSEA Veterans Recognition Day
01. Administrative
1. Blackboard - Summer 2007 course sites - available for instructors NOT students.
All scheduled Summer 2007 courses now have a Blackboard site.
Blackboard is a web based course management system used by many SBU faculty to post notes, manage class communication, grades, and group projects.
If you are teaching this summmer and would like to use Blackboard, you should see your Summer courses when you log into
https://blackboard.sunysb.edu
with your NetID.
Your students will not see your Blackboard site until you activate it.
For more information, including how you can request one site for multiple courses, visit:
http://www.sinc.stonybrook.edu/blackboard/faculty.shtml
https://blackboard.stonybrook.edu
Submitted by: Blackboard Support Team
2. Need a computer classroom this summer? Would you like to use a SINC Site ? Deadline for requests: Wed. 5/23/07
If you are planning on using a SINC Site this summer for your students, here's what you need to know:
1. Several labs will be unavailable this summer due to upgrades
2. Some labs are already booked for the summer
3. In order to use a SINC Site, your students must have NetID's (in other words, they must be Stony Brook students)
If you are planning to use a site this summer, and have not yet submitted a request, you must do so by Wednesday, May 23rd.
Requests are submitted on-line at:
http://naples.cc.sunysb.edu/DoIT/sreq.nsf/computerlabrequests
http://naples.cc.sunysb.edu/DoIT/sreq.nsf/computerlabrequests
Submitted by: Rose Alessi
3. Excepting Podcasting account registrations now for the Summer I & II sessions.
To request a Podcasting account please use this link:
http://naples.cc.sunysb.edu/DoIT/sreq.nsf/podcasts
Accounts are available for classes, departments and clubs. This is a campus wide teaching
service for the distribution of video and/or audio. Podcasts can have either public or private
access.
http://www.stonybrook.edu/podcasts
Submitted by: Jennifer Adams/DoIT
4. It's time to renew your library material.
Faculty, Management Confidential, Emeritus and Professional staff who currently have borrowed library material from the Main, Music and/or the Science/Engineering Library, with a due date of May 15, 2007 are urged to renew at this time. The new due date, after properly renewing, will be Dec. 21, 2007.
For information on how to renew online via STARS/OPAC, please go to the URL.
To renew in person, please present your ID card to service desk staff. It is not necessary to bring the material into the library in order to have them renewed. There are no phone renewals. There is a three time renewal limit per book. Thank you.
http://sunysb.edu/~library/services/circulation/borrowing.html
Submitted by: David Weiner/Lib
03. Workshops/Courses/Training
1. "Employing and Accommodating Individuals with Psychiatric Impairments"
Disability Support Services is sponsoring the JAN 2007 Accommodation and Compliance Web Training Series. This free series provides a convenient opportunity for human resource managers, compliance officers, disability and diversity managers, and other professionals to discover ways to enhance an organization's ability to improve its personnel infrastructure, including effective ways to accommodate and employ people with disabilities. Please join us in the HR Training Room, Administration 192 from 2:00pm to 3:00pm on May 8, 2007. Employing and Accommodating Individuals with Psychiatric Impairments. Trainers: Kimberly Bisset, Ed.D., Employment and Training Manager, Boston University Center for Psychiatric Rehabilitation with Kendra Duckworth, JAN Consultant. Moderator: Beth Loy.
If you would like to attend, please contact Stephanie Patterson at 632-6748.
Submitted by: Stephanie Patterson/OSA
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. This training will speak about gang symbols, hand signs, colors. It will also show what to look for in an individual who is suspected of being in a gang. The training will talk wbout why youth join gangs, the warning signs of gangs and gang violence.
Presented by Suffolk Co. Dept. of Probation
May 3rd, Wang Center, Room 102, 12:00-1:00
To register call EAP at 632-6085
http://www.sunysb.edu/eap
Submitted by: Linda Tatem/Pres
3. Health Sciences Library May Class Schedule
All classes are in Classroom 2 unless otherwise noted.
Attendance is free of charge and advanced registration for the scheduled classes listed below is not required.
COURSES ARE LISTED IN ORDER BY DATE.
http://www.hsclib.sunysb.edu/images/stories/pdf/currentschedulemay.pdf
Submitted by: Michael Bailou Huang/HSC
4. Lawson Requisition Training
The next Lawson Training Class for the month of May will be held on 5/8/07 at 10am the class will be held in the IT Training Room, (HSC-Library - Level 3 Computer Classroom - Room 133A), "For All Hospital Employees". To attend this class please contact Michele Thomas, Lawson Support Specialist, ext. 4-7805. All Hospital employees should have a SBUH main computer sign-on. There will be 2 parts covered in this class, the first half is for ordering from any of the Storerooms in the Hospital and the second half will cover ordering from an outside Vendor. I suggest that all employees who are either new to Stony Brook Hospital or if you wish to have a refresher course, please attend this class.
Submitted by: Michele Thomas/UHMC
5. EAP Lunchtime Learning-Retirement With a Purpose
Deciding when to retire is strictly personal but, Will you still have a sense of purpose and meaning in retirement?. Have you developed hobbies and interests to pursue? Can you answer the question, What will you do each day after you retire?. Retirement with a purpose inspires and challenges. This workshop will address topics such as how to make the transition from work to retirement and planning for a fruitful retirement.
Presenter: Brenda Smith, LMSW, CEAP
May 8th, 12:00-1:00, Wang Ctr, Rm 101
To register call EAP at 26085.
http://www.sunysb.edu/eap
Submitted by: Linda Tatem/Pres
6. EAP Lunchtime Learning-Path of Peace on the Red Dragon Labyrinth
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. Take road that leads to SB Union loading dock (East side) and follow path on the RHS that would bring you between Gray and Irving/O'Neil. Labyrinth located in front of Woods facing Wang Center. Look for Red Dragon sign marker and the 7 big circles made out of red chips.
May 16th, 12:00-1:00, Red Dragon Labyrinth
To register call EAP at 26085.
http://www.sunysb.edu/eap
Submitted by: Linda Tatem/Pres
7. EAP Lunchtime Learning-Understanding Adolescence Guest Speaker, Carol Carter is co-founder of Sunshine Prevention Center for Youth & Families
Preadolescence and adolescence can be challenging a time for both the child and the parent. The changes can be both confusing and draining. It is extremely important for parents to receive support, guidance and education during this time. While there are typical stages that a teen goes through, each is a unique individual and behaviors are not always predictable. Parents need to learn new strategies and techniques for dealing with these changes. They need to have a clearer understanding of adolescence which makes this also a very rewarding experience for all.
May 17th, HSC, Rm 158, 11:30-12:30
To register call EAP at 26085
http://www.sunysb.edu/eap
Submitted by: Linda Tatem/Pres
04. Conferences/Seminars/Lectures
1. Topics in Atmospheric and Oceanic Sciences Seminar, 5/2/07
Professor Peter Huybers from the Department of Earth and Planetary Sciences, Harvard University, will present a seminar entitled, "Links Between Annual, Milankovitch and Continuum Temperature Variability," on Wednesday, May 2. The one-hour seminar begins at 12:00 noon at the Marine Sciences Research Center, Endeavour Hall 120, on South Campus. Light refreshments will be served. For additional information, please contact the Institute for Terrestrial and Planetary Sciences at 632-8009.
http://www.atmos.msrc.sunysb.edu
Submitted by: Gina Gartin/MSRC
2. The Stony Brook Southampton MFA Reading Series
The Stony Brook Southampton MFA Reading Series
The first readings will feature students and recent alumni
Wednesday, April 11, 2007 at 7 p.m.
Wednesday, May 2, 2007 at 7 p.m.
Duke Lecture Hall, Chancellors Hall Building, Stony Brook Southampton, Southampton, NY
For more information, contact:
Julie Sheehan, Visiting Writer, Stony Brook Southampton, MFA in Writing and Literature W: (631) 632-5030
julie.sheehan@stonybrook.edu
http://www.stonybrook.edu/southampton
Submitted by: Adrienne Unger/CAS
3. "Speak Out: I Had an Abortion" Film Screening & Discussion
Monday, April 30th at 7PM in the Women's Studies Colloquium Center (Old Chemistry). Film viewing and discussion of women's reproductive health. Underneath the din of politicians posturing about "life" and "choice", beyond activists yelling about murder and rights, there are the stories of women who have had abortions. This film documents 10 women, ages 21 to 85, telling their abortion experience. Sponsored by the Wo/Men's & Gender Resource Center. Refreshments will be served.
Submitted by: Justine Perkowski/OSA
4. Conference on Formal Approaches to Slavic Linguistics /FASL 16 May 4-6, 2007
Conference on Formal Approaches to Slavic Linguistics /FASL 16: May 4-6, 2007
The Department of Linguistics is hosting an annual three-day international conference on theoretical and Slavic linguistics, with a variety of panels on phonology, syntax, semantics, and a special session on the development, acquisition and attrition of Slavic languages. Humanities Lecture Hall, Humanities Bldg. For more information, call (631) 632-7777 or send an email to FASL16@gmail.com For program details visit the FASL16 website
http://www.linguistics.stonybrook.edu/fasl/
Submitted by: Sandra Brennan/CAS
5. Biochemistry & Cell Biology Seminar: Thursday, May 3, 2007
You are cordially invited to attend a seminar given by Dr. Keith Sheppard, Associate Professor of Biochemistry & Cell Biology, Stony Brook University, entitled, "American Science Education: Beyond the Gathering Storm". It will be held on Thursday, May 3, 2007, in room 038, Life Sciences Building at 4:00pm. Hosted by Dr. David Bynum.
Submitted by: Dianna Berger/CAS
6. C. N. Yang ITP 40th Anniversary Symposium
May 3-5, the C. N. Yang Institute for Theoretical Physics
will be holding a Symposium to mark its Fortieth Anniversary.
This symposium will bring together past members, students, research associates, faculty and visiting scientists of the Institute, representing all of its four decades.
Returning members will present talks on their research and experiences
in many areas of science and mathematics.
The scientific sessions will be held in Math Tower S-240.
More information may be found at the Symposium web site:
http://insti.physics.sunysb.edu/itp/conf/YITPat40/
http://insti.physics.sunysb.edu/itp/conf/YITPat40/
Submitted by: Elizabeth Gasparino/CAS
7. Ocean And Atmospheric Colloquium, May 4, 2007
Professor Mak Saito from Woods hole Oceanographic Institute will present a seminar entitled,"A comparison of the trace metal biogeochemistry between the Costa Rica Upwelling Dome and the Ross Sea, Antarctica" at 12 noon on may 4, 2007. The seminar will take place at the Marine Sciences Research Center, South Campus, in the Endeavour Hall 120. Light refreshements will be served. For more information, please call 631-632-8781.
http://www.msrc.sunysb.edu/news.oac.html
Submitted by: Katerina Panagiotakopoulou/MSRC
8. Ecology and Evolution Seminar
3:30 P.M., Wednesday, May 2, 2007, Life Sciences Building, Room 038. "Polyphenism and the Origins of Diversity," Dr. David Pfennig, Department of Biology, University of North Carolina-Chapel Hill. Host: Dr. John Wiens. 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. Psychology Colloquium
On Wednesday (May 2nd) at 3:30 pm in room 109A of the Psychology A building, Dr. Rajita Sinha from Yale University School of Medicine will be giving a talk on, "When Desire goes Awry: the Pathophysiology of Compulsive Seeking of Hedonic Stimuli".
Submitted by: Hoi-Chung Leung/CAS
10. Neuroscience Seminar Series
On Thursday, May 3, 2007 at Noon in room 038 of the Life Sciences Building, the Neurobiology & Behavior Department will be holding a Seminar. Peter Shizgal, Ph.D., Professor, Center for Studies in Behavioral Neurobiology, Department of Psychology, Concordia University will be speaking about "The Role of Tonic Dopamine Signaling in the Computation of Payoff."
Host:Gary Matthews
Submitted by: Karen Morse/CAS
11. Bangalore, India Summer Study Abroad Program
The Center for India Studies, in collaboration with the Office of International Academic Programs, announces a unique summer Study Abroad program based in Bangalore, India. Feel the excitement of India 's traditional cultures at the cross-roads of globalization. The SBU program in Bangalore gives students the chance to earn 12 credits while taking part in a life-changing experience. Bangalore is a high-tech city. A capital of globalization, yet rich in traditional Indian culture, Bangalore is renowned for its beautiful climate, exciting cultural and social life, welcoming people, and soothing gardens.
http://www.stonybrook.edu/sb/wang/study%20abroad%202007%20flyer%20Mar%201,%202007.pdf
Submitted by: Jennifer Iacona/Pres
12. Chinese Food Can Be Good For Your Health!
Lecture by Jacqueline Newman
Chinese food is a favorite cuisine, but is it healthful? Yes, when prepared in an authentic way, this cuisine is one of the world's most nutritious; it is ideal for your health and well-being. Food historian and registered dietitian Jacqueline M. Newman will discuss the use of herbs and other fresh ingredients in the Chinese diet; how to order and prepare healthful Chinese food; and why the Chinese see no difference between food and medicine. Following the lecture, there will be a food tasting featuring recipes from the Jacqueline M. Newman Chinese Cookbook Collection, a part of the University Libraries' Special Collections at Stony Brook. Free to all. Sponsored by the Charles B. Wang Center & University Libraries.
Wednesday, May 2, 12:45 p.m., Lecture Hall 1
http://www.stonybrook.edu/sb/wang/Newmanflier2.pdf
Submitted by: Jennifer Iacona/Pres
05. Hosp/HSC Conferences/Seminars/Lectures
1. Science And Research Awareness Series (SARAS)
What are the different careers and fields in Biomedical Sciences?
How can I plan for my future in the field of Biomedical Sciences?
If you don’t have definitive answers to the above statements, participate in Science And Research Awareness Series (SARAS) being organized by the Department of Anesthesiology at Stony Brook Medical Center in the summer (July) of 2007 and interact with physicians, scientists, allied health professionals, health administrators, biotech & pharma industry leaders and other experts, and get introduced to different specialties and careers in biomedical sciences.
This program consists of lectures, expert's views, video workshops and hands-on-workshops. Though this program is designed for high school and undergraduate students, it is open to everyone who is interested in Biomedical Sciences.
Register early, as seats are limited.
For complete program details and video excerpts of the program go to the following website link:
http://anes.anesthes.sunysb.edu/teaching/sas.html
http://anes.anesthes.sunysb.edu/teaching/sas.html
Submitted by: Srinivas Pentyala/UHMC
2. FREE Melanoma Awareness lectures & skin cancer screenings
Free lectures and skin cancer screenings in observance of Melanoma Awareness. Open to the public. Saturday, May 5, 2007 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Holiday Inn Express, Stony Brook. Call HealthConnect at (631) 444-4000 to reserve your space at this event today! Besides the lectures & screenings, free educational information, sun protection and light refreshment will be provided. Lectures & screenings provided by the physicians of Stony Brook University Medical Center from the departments of Surgery & Dermatology.
Submitted by: Sue-Ann Villano/CPMP
06. Charitable
1. Sunrise Fund Walk-a-thon to benefit children with cancer
Students at the St. James Elementary School are hosting the 5th Annual Walk-a-Thon on Sunday, May 6th as part of a Children Helping Children Campaign to benefit the Sunrise Fund at Stony Brook University Hospital. The Sunrise Fund (www.sunrisefund.org) supports the Pediatric Oncology program at Stony Brook University Hospital.
All staff, friends, and family are invited to participate in the two-mile walk, which begins at the school on Lake Avenue in St. James. The walk begins at 9:00AM.
Registration is $15 for individuals and $20 for a family, or free with a completed sponsor sheet. Registration takes place at 8:00AM the day of the event. To obtain a sponsor sheet and additional information, please call (631) 382-4455.
http://www.sunrisefund.org
Submitted by: Nicole Gutman/UHMC
2. Knights of Columbus Charity Gala to Benefit the Sunrise Fund at Stony Brook
The Knights of Columbus is holding its Charity Gala on Saturday, May 26, 2007 at the Hyatt Wind Watch, Islandia, New York. Cocktails begin at 7:00 pm with dinner following at 8:00 pm. The event will honor Mr. Alfred Tisch, former Suffolk County Sheriff. Come join us at this wonderful event to benefit the Sunrise Fund and the Pediatric Oncology Program at Stony Brook University Medical Center. Tickets are $75 per person. For more information call Mr. Curtis Bonivoglia of the Knights of Columbus at 631.648.8332.
Submitted by: Victoria Irwin/UHMC
3. The 11th Annual Cody Comedy Festival to benefit the Cody Center for Autism and Developmental Disabilities
You are invited to the Hottest Ticket in Town! The 11th Annual Cody Comedy Festival, Wednesday May 9th. The fun begins at the Funny Bone Reception at the Student Activities Center, 5:30PM. Guests will enjoy a delicious dinner buffet, live and silent auctions and reserved seats to the comedy show at the Staller Center at 8:00PM. Headliners are Joey Kola, Ted Alexandro and Dan Wilson. Tickets to the reception (includes the comedy show) are $150, show tickets only, $25. There are many sponsorship opportunities available. Come laugh the night away with friends, neighbors and colleagues, all while supporting the Cody Center for Autism and Developmental Disabilities at Stony Brook. Please call 444-2899 for more information and to purchase tickets.
Submitted by: Nancy Leiken/UHMC
4. Caring Crafters - Wednesday, 12noon-1pm Health Sciences Library
Dust off your knitting needles, crochet hooks, and sewing machines; the Health Sciences Library is making lap blankets for residents of the Long Island State Veterans Home at Stony Brook University. If you can knit, crochet, or sew, please join us on Wednesdays at noon in the Health Sciences Library, Level 3. Donations of yarn are greatly appreciated. Questions? Please call Susan Werner 4-3995.
Submitted by: Susan Werner/HSC
5. 4th Annual Witness Walk for Breast Cancer Awareness, Saturday May 5, 2007 in the Town of Babylon
Don't wait any longer! Come pre-register for the fast-growing, fun-filled Witness Walk 2007, sponsored by the Town of Babylon and the Stony Brook University Cancer Center. It's not too late to sign up! Become a Team Captain. Help us encourage women to obtain annual mammograms for early detection of breast cancer. Walkers receive FREE continental breakfast, pasta lunch, and Walk t-shirts. For more information about Witness Walk 2007 and to pre-register, call the SBU Cancer Center 444-7789 (Peg Davis) or 444-9341 (Nikki Stewart)
Submitted by: Margaret Davis/UHMC
6. Par F.O.R.E. Golf Outing
The Occupational Therapy/Physical Therapy Programs would like to announce the formation of an innovative community based program developed by OT and PT, in collaboration with community members, to address the gang issues on Long Island. We are having a golf outing fund-raiser to help finance the new program, Par F.O.R.E., on Monday, June 18, 2007 at the Mill Pond Golf Course in Medford. All are encouraged to participate.
For a copy of our flyer please contact Cathy at 4-2363 or at cgropper@notes.cc.sunysb.edu.
Submitted by: Catherine Gropper/HSC
07. Entertainment
1. Three Big Events, One Big Day - Wednesday, May 2
Strawberry Fest: A Strawberry Lover's Dream Come True - 11:00am to 2:00pm on the Academic Mall.
Diversity Day: "Dreams of Diversity: Reflection on Our 50 Years of Building Diversity" - 12:00 noon to 2:00pm at the SAC Plaza.
Campus Life Awards: Recognizing outstanding leadership, programming, advising and support - 5:30pm to 7:00pm in the SAC Auditorium.
For more information visit: www.stonybrook.edu/sb/onebigday
http://www.stonybrook.edu/sb/onebigday
Submitted by: Karen Keeley/UAff
2. Birding in the Ashley Schiff Park Preserve
Spring Migration is Here! The Friends of the Ashley Schiff Park Preserve will be hosting a morning and afternoon walk of the preserve in search of our colorful feathered friends. Please join us Wednesday May 2 at 7:00 a.m. and 12:00 p.m. at the wooden kiosk in front of the main trailhead on Marburger Dr. Walk will be led by our friend Luci Betti-Nash, VP of the NY Four Harbors Audobon Society. All are welcome. You are encouraged to bring binoculars.
http://www.ashleyschiff.org
Submitted by: Mary La Corte/Admin
3. The Triangle Project: Journey of the DandelionConcert and Workshop
Much like the resilient dandelion that endures the harshest environments, three astounding artists explore their common roots and disparate experiences in the Triangle Project. Hear the dynamic intersections of old and new with taiko drummer, PJ Hirabayashi of San Jose Taiko; Japanese folk singer, Yoko Fujimoto of KODO, Sado Island, Japan; and contemporary Asian American songwriter, Nobuko Miyamoto of Great Leap. Journey of the Dandelion takes us beyond performance by using the vibration of voices, stories and drums to shift the winds of fear and violence through the transformative energy of ritual, revealing our collective power and connection with all humanity.
Concert: 7:00 to 8:00 p.m.
Workshop: 8:15 to 10:30 p.m.
General Admission: $15
Free for students
http://www.stonybrook.edu/sb/wang/TrianglePoster.pdf
Submitted by: Jennifer Iacona/Pres
4. Student Art Show at Staller Gallery
Work by graduating senior art majors will be on view at the University Art Gallery in the Staller Center for the Arts from Friday, May 4 - Wednesday, May 16. This juried exhibition, "Senior Show 2007," includes paintings, sculptures, photographs, electronic media, mixed media installations, and works on paper. Gallery hours are Tuesday through Friday, 12 to 4 pm, and Saturday, 7 to 9pm. A reception for the artists will be held on Saturday, May 5, 7 - 9 pm. Admission to the gallery and to the reception is free. For further information, please call the University Art Gallery at 632-7240.
Submitted by: Rhonda Cooper/CAS
5. Taste of Summer : Walk About Tasting Festival at Stony Brook Southampton
Time: Saturday, June 9, 4:00 to 6:00 p.m.
Price: $25.00 per person
Register now with secure on-line payment: www.stonybrook.edu/winecenter
Location: Stony Brook Southampton, Chancellors Hall
Description: A Taste of Summer will put you in the mood for the Hamptons’ favorite season. This walkabout tasting reception will focus on the best and freshest flavors from our local vintners, farmers, and bakers.
*Taste delicious wines, fresh vegetables, berries, cheeses, baked goods.
*Meet farmers, vintners, friends, and neighbors.
*Laugh and sing to classic summer music.
*Frisbee playing optional.
Participating wineries and breweries include: Bedell Cellars, The Lenz Winery, Lieb Family Cellars, Paumanok Vineyards, Scarola, Southampton Publick House
Waters Crest Winery, Wolffer Estates
Participating farms and bakeries include: The Blue Duck Bakery, Catapano Dairy Farm, The Garden of Eve, Sang Lee Farms, A Taste of the North Fork
Questions? Please call Ginny Clancy, Program Coordinator at (631) 632-9404.
http://www.stonybrook.edu/winecenter
Submitted by: Ginny Clancy/Pres
6. Mother's Day Pottery Sale
On Wednesday, May 2, Union Lobby from 9:00am 3:30pm, The Craft Center will hold its annual Mother’s Day Pottery Sale. Purchase hand made ceramic ware by students, staff and community members. Items include raku, vases, teapots, mugs, bowls, plates and more. Registration for summer 2007 classes has begun. Call the Craft Center 632-6822 for a brochure. The Craft Center is located in the Union basement room 049.
Submitted by: Janice Costanzo/OSA
7. Limited seats available for Dylan 66th Birthday concert with The Kennedys at University Cafe Thursday May 24th 7:30 P.M.
Pete and Maura Kennedy feature powerful vocals and terrific guitar playing combined with an energetic stage presence. They'll be joined by area singer-songwriters James O'Malley and Russ Seeger and professional harmonica player for an evening of all- Dylan songs to benefit The University Cafe Sunday Acoustic Series, co-sponsored by WUSB-FM.
The evening is coming close to being sold out with limited seats still available.
Reservations are essential via e mail to SundayStreetWUSB@aol.com with phone inquiries to 631-632-1093
Coming on Sunday June 10th at 7:00 P.M. - Canadian singer-songwriter Ian Tamblyn with Sag Harbor singer-songwriter Caroline Doctorow opening.
http://www.universitycafe.org
Submitted by: Charles Backfish/CAS
8. Documentary Film: Beauty Academy of Kabul
In the summer of 2004, a group of volunteer American hairstylists, financed by the beauty industry, arrived in post-Taliban Afghanistan armed with their curling irons to open a school. Liz Mermin documents the hilarious, moving, and sometimes fractious meeting of diametrically different cultures, one that has suffered unimaginable horrors and one that believes in the palpable power of a good perm. In collaboration with the Greater Port Jefferson/Northern Brookhaven Arts Council.
Part of the Port Jefferson Documentary Series. (Liz Mermin/ 2006/74 min./English)
Tickets: $5.00; $4.00 for students, seniors, and Arts Council members.
Call the box office at Theatre Three: (631) 928-9100 or Arts Council: (631) 473-5220.
Monday, April 30, 7:00 p.m., Wang Theatre
http://www.stonybrook.edu/sb/wang/events.shtml
Submitted by: Jennifer Iacona/Pres
9. Career Women's Luncheon - Thursday, May 3rd
The Employee Activities Council would like to invite you to our Career Women's Luncheon on May 3, at 12 noon, in the Student Activities Center, Ballroom B. We are honored to have Grace Welch, as our speaker. She is President of Mid-Suffolk NOW and is a long-term feminist activist. Ms. Welch was interviewed by BORAT in his wildly successful film on how Americans live. She will tell you how it came about that she was in the film, and what was edited out.
Bring your payment of $8.50 (cks payable to Chartwells)to any of the following listed before April 27: L. Anderson(Admin)2-6105; A. Beltran(Library)2-6024; P. Miller(Library)2-1127; L. Meci(Math)2-8260; B. Ahner(HSC)4-3423-3161; A. Kuhn(Staller Ctr)2-7280; A. Joachim(Dental School)2-8930.
Submitted by: Augusta Kuhn/CAS
10. Sakura Matsuri (Cherry Blossom Festival)A Japanese American Friendship Festival
Welcome Spring to Long Island the Japanese way, with the exciting sounds of the Taiko Drums, performances of Japanese dance, music and puppets and a wondrous array of Japanese crafts, tea ceremony and cultural events.
General Admission: $10; children 5-12 $5; children under 5 admitted free.
Saturday, May 5, 12:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.
http://www.stonybrook.edu/sb/wang/Sakura%20Matsuri_Poster.pdf
Submitted by: Jennifer Iacona/Pres
08. For-Pay Workshops/Courses
1. Advanced Excel: Module II - NCE 314.2 - 2 sessions - Fee: $109
This course, along with the other advanced Excel modules listed, focus on specific functions available in the program and is particularly useful for accountants and budget managers. This advanced topics course covers multiple file management,
linking, consolidating, auto-filter, pivot table and macros. Prerequisite: Introduction to Microsoft Excel or equivalent experience
Section A: Monday 1:30pm-4:30pm, May 14, 21, 2007
10% discount University employees, spouses and students, CSEA LEAP Vouchers accepted
To register go to SPD Website Registration Form at
http://www.stonybrook.edu/spd/career/registration.html
For questions call 632-7071
Submitted by: Frank Esposito/Prov
2. Exploring Macromedia FLASH MX: - NCE 329 - 12 sessions - Fee: $629
Macromedia Flash is the professional standard for producing high-impact Web experiences. The focus is on creating animation for the Web. This course will guide students through the fundamentals of animation such as Flash drawing, story boarding, creating layers, key
framing, character animation, and creating interactive animation. Students will have a thorough understanding of Flash basics, plus the know-how to build Flash projects incorporating sound, interactivity, and engaging animations.
Required Text: Macromedia Flash MX for Windows and Macintosh: A Visual Quickstart Guide by Katherine Ulrich, Cost of text is not included in course fee. Students must bring textbook to the first class meeting.
Section B: Monday/Wednesday, 6pm-9pm, May 16,21,23,30;June 4,6,11,13,18,20,25,27; 2007
10% discount University employees, spouses and students, CSEA LEAP Vouchers accepted.To register go to SPD Website Registration Form at
http://www.stonybrook.edu/spd/career/registration.html
For questions call 632-7071
Submitted by: Frank Esposito/Prov
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: Danielle Hill/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
Confidentiality Maintained
Submitted by: Danielle Hill/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 Barbara Lubarda @ 631-444-9362
Submitted by: Danielle Hill/UHMC
4. Seeking Volunteers Men And Women 18 Years Of Age And Older With A Diagnosis Of HIV+ And/Or AIDS
We are researching insulin sensitivity in HIV (leading to diabetes) and possibly body fat distribution (HIV Lipodystrophy) Compensation up to $2,450.00 plus transportation expenses
Contact: Barbara Lubarda @ (631) 444-9362, General Clinical Research Center, Stony Brook University Hospital
Submitted by: Danielle Hill/UHMC
10. Miscellaneous
1. Pollock-Krasner House and Study Center re-opens for the season on Thursday, May 3rd.
The artists’ house and studio, at 830 Springs-Fireplace Road, East Hampton, are open to the public on Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays from May - October. The house is handicapped accessible.
May, September and October: One-hour guided tours on the hour, 11 a.m. - 4 p.m., by appointment only. $10 prepaid*.
June, July and August: One guided tour at noon, by appointment only. $10 prepaid*.
General admission 1 - 5 p.m., no appointment required. $5 at the door*. Free audio tour on a first-come, first served basis (security deposit required).
*Members, children under 12, and SUNY/ CUNY students, faculty and staff are admitted free, but reservations are required. Call 631-324-4929.
http://www.pkhouse.org
Submitted by: Helen Harrison/UAff
2. Campus Child Care Available
Stony Brook Child Care is now accepting applications for children 2 months - 5 years old. NAEYC accredited Center with caring, professional early childhood teachers, low child-to-teacher ratio, sliding fee scale. Call 632-6930 for more information and to arrange a tour. Visit our website at www.sunysb.edu/childcare.
Submitted by: Nancy Walker/Affl
3. The Summer Camps at Stony Brook 632-4550
Think of the warm days of summer, ice cream and children giggling! Our Summer Day Camp combines a special mixture of recreational and educational activities for children between the ages of 5-12. Join us in an adventurous camp experience that will mesmerize your child! Tuition includes provision of a camp T-shirt, as well as a hot lunch and snack each day. A 10% discount on tuition is given to all Stony Brook staff members. Don't miss our last Open Houses located in the Sports Complex on Saturday morning, May 12th from 9AM to 12PM
http://www.stonybrook.edu/summercamps
Submitted by: Janice Maggio/Pres
4. Photos from Auxiliary's Annual Photo Contest
The Auxiliary has a limited number of framed photos available for use in the hospital in areas frequented by patients. If your department is interested, please contact the Auxiliary Office at 444-2699.
Submitted by: Patricia O'Brien/UHMC
5. CSEA Veterans Recognition Day
The CSEA Long Island Region Veterans Committee is holding a Veterans Recognition Day on Armed Forces Day, Saturday May 19, 2007. The event is open to all CSEA members who are serving in the Armed Forces or who have served in the Armed Forces and have an honorable discharge. Veterans Recognition Day will be held at CSEA Headquarters located at 3 Garet Place in Commack. Veterans representatives from Congressman Steve Israel's office and the Suffolk County Veterans Administration Office will be on hand to answer questions and to provide brochures and resources that are beneficial to Veterans. Breakfast is provided as well as a CSEA Certificate of Appreciation. An RSVP is necessary for all attendees. Please RSVP to CSEA Headquarters at 631-462-0030 before May 8th or for more information or travel directions, you can contact Maryann Phelps, Chair of the Committee at 516-971-4629.
Submitted by: Maryann Phelps/HSC