Campus Announcements for the week of 02/04/2008
Table of Contents
01. Administrative
1. Monthly Parking Garage Payment
2. ARTFL databases now available.
3. What You Should Know About Your Research Foundation Retiree Benefits
4. We want to know what's important to you. Please update your Research Interests Profile...
5. University Senate Meets today at 3:30 p.m. in SAC 302
6. FedEx Kinko’s to Remain Servicing University’s Copy Center
7. All employees - please see our 2008 Tax Changes memorandum.
8. RecycleMania 2008 - Get in the Game!
03. Workshops/Courses/Training
1. Initiative for Historical Social Sciences Workshop with Jeffrey Olick (University of Virginia)Thursday February 7 SBS N-320
2. EAP Lunchtime Learning, How to Select a Nursing Home
3. EAP Lunchtime Learning, Long-Term Care Insurance Education and Outreach
4. EAP Lunchtime Learning,Personal Money Management Skills for Today’s High Stress World
5. Health Sciences Library February Class Schedule
6. Search and Selection/Effective Interviewing Techniques
7. And Justice for All/Diversity 101 - The Combined Version
8. Phurba Namgay: Buddhist Paintings from BhutanArtist Workshop at Wang Center 2-7-08
9. 2-22-08: Chai Found Chinese Chamber Music Workshop
04. Conferences/Seminars/Lectures
1. Department of Molecular Genetics & Microbiology
2. The Humanities Institute/Science and Art Seminar Series Wednesday, February 6, 2008 12:40PM in room 1008 Humanities Building
3. Hillel's 1st Annual Student Health Fair
4. Ecology and Evolution Seminar"A Tail of Two Fish: Ecological Implication of Phenotypic Variation in Alewives."
5. Biochemistry & Cell Biology Seminar: Tuesday, February 5, 2008
6. NIH General Clinical Research Center (GCRC)Department of Medicine Seminar Series
7. Lecture and Book-Signing Featuring Faculty Author Tracey L. Walters on Tuesday, February 5 at 4 p.m.
8. Topics in Atmospheric and Oceanic Sciences Seminar, 2/6/08
9. Small Business Development Workshop: "Secrets to Trade Show Success"February 13, 2008 9am-11:00am
10. Provost's Lecture Series - Dr. David Sloan Wilson - Darwin Day 2008
11. Black History Month Activities
12. Black History Month Discussions
13. Dr. William McAdoo Memorial Health Lecture Series
05. Hosp/HSC Conferences/Seminars/Lectures
1. Hip and Knee Pain Seminar
2. Science And Research Awareness Series (SARAS)
06. Charitable
1. Daffodil Days 2008
07. Culture & Entertainment
1. Wednesday Walks in the Schiff Preserve
2. John Wesley Harding's "Pre St. Valentine's Day Massacre Show" at University Cafe February 10th 2 P.M.
3. WUSB 90.1 FM 3 Day Winter Reggae Marathon Feb 7th - 10th 2008
4. Colin Channer Poetry Reading
5. MALIK Star Search & After Party
6. Bus Trip: Blacks in Wax Museum (Baltimore, MD)
7. Award-winning pianist, Joyce Yang, to perform in Recital Hall at Staller Center, Friday, February 8 at 8:00 pm. 631-632-ARTS
8. The Flying Karamazov Brothers, "Life: A Guide for the Perplexed" at Staller Center, Saturday, February 9 at 8:00 pm.
08. For-Pay Workshops/Courses
1. Microsoft Powerpoint
2. Online Certificate Programs in Fitness, Nutrition and Wellness
3. Painting with Watercolor
4. Drawing Figures and Faces
5. Photo Lighting Workshop
6. New Dates for Microsoft Excel Certificate Program
7. New Dates for Microsoft Access Certificate Program
8. Legal Nurse Consultant Training and Paralegal Certificate courses to start soon
09. Research
1. Take Part In Clinical Research Studies
2. Do You Have Prostate Cancer?
3. Seeking Volunteers Seeking Volunteers Post-Menopausal Women On Hormone Replacement Therapy
4. Are You Overweight?
5. Study of HIV+/AIDS and ChromiumPicolinate
6. Effect of Pioglitazone on the course of new onset Type I Diabetes
10. Miscellaneous
1. Summer Camps at Stony Brook 632-4550
2. Camp Academies at Stony Brook 632-4550
3. Pre-order Roses for Valentine's Day at the Seawolves MarketPlace
4. Job Opportunity - Websites Manager
5. SB Day in Albany Recruitment Fairs
6. Ring Week - February 4 - February 7, 2008
7. UUP Annual Dinner Dance
01. Administrative
1. Monthly Parking Garage Payment
Monthly Parking Garage Card Holders
Payment for your monthly parking garage permit is due on the first of the month. To avoid being locked out, please ensure we receive your payment within the first three business days of the month. Sign up today for the payroll parking deduction program and avoid the rush to pay! Forms and information are available at
http://ws.cc.stonybrook.edu/parking/garages.shtml
Submitted by: Lynn A. Davis/Admin
2. ARTFL databases now available.
The Project for American and French Research on the Treasury of the French Language (ARTFL) is a cooperative enterprise of the Laboratoire ATILF (Analyse et Traitement Informatique de la Langue Française) of the Centre National de la Recherche Scientifique (CNRS), the Division of the Humanities, the Division of the Social Sciences, and Electronic Text Services (ETS) of the University of Chicago. ARTFL digitized texts and reference sources are now available to the Stony Brook University community. More information is available at
http://melvilletrials.blogspot.com/2008/01/new-french-language-database.html
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Submitted by: Nathan Baum/Lib
3. What You Should Know About Your Research Foundation Retiree Benefits
If you are thinking of retiring from the Research Foundation, then you will not want to miss this informative session. We will discuss, in general, important things you need to know before you retire. Topics to be covered:
Retiree Health Benefits
Medicare Parts A and B
Dental and Vision
Vacation and Sick Leave Accruals
Target Audience: Research Employees who are thinking about retirement
Date: February 15th; Time: 12:30 p.m. - 1:30 p.m.
Place: Administration Bldg., room 192; To register: click below
http://naples.cc.sunysb.edu/Admin/HRSForms.nsf/aac30a50eebe3a8185256a6f004b0a84/14a6fc3bc32bc4df85257368004f8d53?OpenDocument
Submitted by: Lisa Coleman/Admin
4. We want to know what's important to you. Please update your Research Interests Profile...
...so that you are able to receive funding opportunities specific to your research, as well as to see who else on the campus has received the same opportunities, and find collaborators who have similar or complementary interests and expertise. There are several hundred funding opportunities currently available through SBU's Research Interests and Funding Opportunities Database, and we add dozens more each week. But you don't have to scroll through all of them to find the one's most relevant to your research -- we'll do it for you. Just provide the needed information on your faculty research interests profile and most importantly -- select your keywords -- and the matching opportunities will be emailed to you weekly! Please click on the link below to get to your profile.
http://www.stonybrook.edu/research/researchinterests
Submitted by: Stefanie Massucci/Res
5. University Senate Meets today at 3:30 p.m. in SAC 302
Tentative Agenda
University Senate
February 4, 2008
I.Approval of tentative agenda
II.Approval of Minutes from December 10, 2007
III.President’s Report (S. Kenny)
IV.Provost’s Report (E. Kaler)
V.Report from Student Life Committee (E. Feldman)
VI.Report on the February Plenary Session in Albany
VII.Stony Brook Day in Albany (Chair, University Affairs Committee: B. Godfrey)
VIII.Senate President’s Report (B. Lane)
IX.Old Business
X.New Business
Submitted by: Laurie Theobalt/Prov
6. FedEx Kinko’s to Remain Servicing University’s Copy Center
As an update to our earlier announcement in the December Procurement Newsletter, the University is not contracting with IKON Office Solutions; FedEx Kinko’s will remain as the contracted vendor servicing the University’s Copy Center for the 2008 Spring Semester.
FedEx Kinko’s located on the lower level of the Melville Library, will continue to provide document services on Campus, Monday to Friday from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. and can be reached at (631) 632-1831.
Submitted by: Christine Wilson/Admin
7. All employees - please see our 2008 Tax Changes memorandum.
Please note the change in Social Security wages that will be taxed in 2008:
http://www.stonybrook.edu/hr/misc/tax/changes_2008.shtml
Submitted by: Rick Sadetsky/Admin
8. RecycleMania 2008 - Get in the Game!
Once again, Stony Brook University has entered RecycleMania - a nationwide recycling contest among 400 colleges and universities. From January 27th - April 5th, SBU will be in a competition to see who can recycle the most and landfill the least.
Help us make a strong showing by recycling all your paper, corrugated cardboard, books, periodicals, and bottles/cans. To see what you can recycle, please reference:
http://www.stonybrook.edu/facilities/cs/recycling/
Consider cleaning out your office files and shelves! Contact the Recycling Department at 2-9297 to request large 96 gallon bins. Better yet, encourage the entire Department to participate in an office clean up day. Doing so will free up more space for use, and it's great for the environment! You Recycle, We all Win!
www.recyclemaniacs.org (to learn more about the contest)
Recycling Hotline: 2-1514 (general questions)
http://www.stonybrook.edu/centralservices/recycling/recyclemania.shtml
Submitted by: Michael Youdelman/Admin
03. Workshops/Courses/Training
1. Initiative for Historical Social Sciences Workshop with Jeffrey Olick (University of Virginia)Thursday February 7 SBS N-320
Thursday, February 7, 12:50 pm RESEARCH IN NEW HISTORICAL SOCIAL SCIENCES (SBS N-320)
JEFFREY OLICK, Department of Sociology, University of Virginia
Why the Angel of Revenge was a Jew: From Psychoanalytic to Cultural Perspectives on Postwar Germany."
http://www.stonybrook.edu/sociology/ihss/events.shtml
http://www.stonybrook.edu/sociology/ihss/events.shtml
Submitted by: Daniel Levy/CAS
2. EAP Lunchtime Learning, How to Select a Nursing Home
This workshop will cover the following topics: an overview of long term care today, understanding the continuum of care, helpful ideas in the selection process, how to pay for nursing home care and consumer resources that are available to assist you in the process. Handouts will be provided.
Guest Speaker - Fred Sganga, Executive Director, Long Island State Veterans Home
and Jonathan Spier, Director of Community Relations
February 7, 2008, 12:00-1:00, Wang Center, Rm 201
To register call EAP at 632-6085
http://www.stonybrook.edu/eap
Submitted by: Linda Tatem/Pres
3. EAP Lunchtime Learning, Long-Term Care Insurance Education and Outreach
Presented by Cornell Cooperative Extension of Suffolk County, Cynthia Russel, Program Coordinator
Specifically addresses consumer concerns regarding long term care insurance. Topics include planning for long-term care expenses, financing options and the NYS Partnership for Long-Term Care.
February 12, 2008, 11:30-12:30, HSC, Room to be announced
To register call EAP at 632-6085
http://www.stonybrook.edu/eap
Submitted by: Linda Tatem/Pres
4. EAP Lunchtime Learning,Personal Money Management Skills for Today’s High Stress World
If you have a busy schedule and a high stress lifestyle, even important money matters may get lost in the shuffle. This talk will highlight the essential steps to take to make sure your personal money management remains on-track. Budgeting, saving, credit management, and record keeping will each be presented in straightforward ways that can be accomplished even in today’s busy and hectic times.
Guest Speaker: William Futtersak, Ph.D.
February 8, 2008, 12:00-1:00, Wang Center, Rm 101
To register call EAP at 632-6085
http://www.stonybrook.edu/eap
Submitted by: Linda Tatem/Pres
5. Health Sciences Library February 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/currentschedule.pdf
Submitted by: Michael Bailou Huang/HSC
6. Search and Selection/Effective Interviewing Techniques
February 20, 2008 Part 1 9:30am12:30pm
February 27, 2008 Part 2 9:30am12:30pm
This two-part program is designed to provide information to State and RF managers, search committees and those responsible for interviewing candidates. Attendace to both days is mandatory for succesful completion of this workshop.
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. HSC/WEST Campus employees only
Click below to register now!
http://naples.cc.sunysb.edu/Admin/HRSForms.nsf/aac30a50eebe3a8185256a6f004b0a84/7c48757ce9aedf9a85256a8d004b4293/$FILE/HRSF0007.pdf
Submitted by: Lillian Valdez/Admin
7. And Justice for All/Diversity 101 - The Combined Version
February 21, 2008 - 9:00am 3:00pm
This full day program will provide participants with necessary information, resources, and guidance about Federal and State regulations; University policies around issues of discrimination; equal employment opportunity complaint resolution and diversity. It will clarify and communicate the roles, rights and responsibilities of supervisors, managers, employees and the Office of Diversity and Affirmative Action in these matters. The program will review appropriate methods for making referrals, the scope of confidentiality and the policy against retaliation. Through the use of case studies and other interactive exercises, this program will allow participants to explore and discuss dimensions of diversity and inclusion, approaches to managing diversity, the impact of stereotyping and bias in the workplace. Each participant will develop a personal action plan.
Target Audience: All employees, supervisors, managers.
Click below to register now!
http://naples.cc.sunysb.edu/Admin/HRSForms.nsf/aac30a50eebe3a8185256a6f004b0a84/7c48757ce9aedf9a85256a8d004b4293/$FILE/HRSF0007.pdf
Submitted by: Lillian Valdez/Admin
8. Phurba Namgay: Buddhist Paintings from BhutanArtist Workshop at Wang Center 2-7-08
Phurba Namgay: Buddhist Paintings from Bhutan
Phurba Namgay, a graduate and instructor at the Institute for Zorig Chusum in Thimpu, Bhutan, brings his Buddhist thanka paintings to Stony Brook. His thankas, painted or embroidered Buddhist banners which were traditionally hung in a monastery or a family altar, represent some of the best examples of contemporary thankas and mandalas and are on display throughout Bhutan. Namgay's visit also includes an artist's workshop at the Wang Center. In this hands-on workshop, Namgay will guide and demonstrate participants in the creation of the thankas he has spent a lifetime pursuing. All are welcome.
Opening Reception & Artist Talk: February 7, 5:006:30 pm
Student Activities Center (SAC) Gallery
Workshop with the Artist: February 7, 11:00 am
Wang Center Skylight Lobby
SAC Gallery Hours: TuesdayFriday, 11:00 am5:00 pm
http://www.sunysb.edu.wang
Submitted by: Jennifer Iacona/Pres
9. 2-22-08: Chai Found Chinese Chamber Music Workshop
The Chai Found Music Workshop brings their revival of sizhu (Chinese chamber music) to Long Island. Confronted by the westernization of Chinese music, this six-person performance ensemble was founded to restore classical Chinese music and find news ways to innovate these traditions to bring sizhu into the new millennium. Using the six most representative instruments of this Chinese musical tradition: the erhu, the di, the pipa, the guzheng, the yangqin, and the ruanxian, Chai Found grounds itself in, yet transcends, the limits of their genre. Please call (631) 632-4400 or e-mail wangcenter@stonybrook.edu to reserve your tickets.
Tickets: $10.00 students & seniors; $15.00 general admission; $25.00 V.I.P.
http://www.sunysb.edu.wang
Submitted by: Jennifer Iacona/Pres
04. Conferences/Seminars/Lectures
1. Department of Molecular Genetics & Microbiology
Dr. Roy Steigbigel will be hosting Seminar Speaker, Dr. Daria J. Hazuda, on February 18, 2008 at 12:00 Noon in the Life Sciences Building Room 038. The title of Dr. Hazuda's Seminar is "HIV-1 Integrase Inhibitors - From the Bench to the Clinic and Back Again." Dr. Hazuda is Vice President, Global Director of Scientific Affairs for Antivirals at Merck & Co., Inc.
Submitted by: Carol Brekke/UHMC
2. The Humanities Institute/Science and Art Seminar Series Wednesday, February 6, 2008 12:40PM in room 1008 Humanities Building
"Emotion-memory interactions: Evidence from brain and behavior"
Presented by Dr. Elizabeth A. Kensinger, Department of Psychology, Boston College and the Athinoula A. Martinos Center for Biomedical Imaging
Seminar Coordinators: Dr. Elizabeth Ann Kaplan, SUNY Distinguished Professor of English and Comparative
Literary and Cultural Studies; Director, the Humanities Institute at Stony Brook, Past President, the Society for
Cinema and Media Studies (telephone 631 632 7765) and Dr. John Lutterbie, Associate Professor, Department of Theatre Arts and Associate Director, Humanities Institute
http://www.stonybrook.edu/humanities/scienceandart
Submitted by: Ann Berrios/CAS
3. Hillel's 1st Annual Student Health Fair
Want to DO something that’s good for your Health? Come to the 1st Annual Hillel Student Health Fair
February 11th, 11am-2pm, SAC Auditorium
Get Informed...Get Involved...Have Fun!
Blood Pressure Screenings, Demonstrations by The Wellness Center, Make Your Own Stress Ball, Cpr Demonstration Blood Drive
*Free Giveaways*
Special Presentations, Summer Job Opportunities, And Much More!
Sponsored by The Hillel Foundation for Jewish Life.
Contact 632-6565 for more Information
Submitted by: Joy Werner/Admin
4. Ecology and Evolution Seminar"A Tail of Two Fish: Ecological Implication of Phenotypic Variation in Alewives."
Dr. David Post, Department of Ecology & Evolutionary Biology, Yale University. 3:30 P.M., Wednesday, February 6, 2008, Life Sciences Building, Room 038. Host: Dr. Stephen Baines. If you need a disability-related accommodation, please call: The Department of Ecology and Evolution at (631) 632-8600.
Submitted by: Donna Digiovanni/CAS
5. Biochemistry & Cell Biology Seminar: Tuesday, February 5, 2008
You are cordially invited to attend a seminar given by Dr. Tania Baker, Professor, MIT, entitled, "Remodeling Proteins and the Proteome by AAA+ ATPases". It will be held on Tuesday, February 5, 2008, in room 038, Life Sciences Building at 4:00pm. Hosted by Dr. Wali Karzai.
Submitted by: Dianna Berger/CAS
6. NIH General Clinical Research Center (GCRC)Department of Medicine Seminar Series
"Association of Postoperative Stroke with Risk-Adjusted Survival Following Coronary Artery Bypass"
A. Laurie W. Shroyer, Ph.D., M.S.H.A., Professor of Preventive Medicine, Division of Evaluative Sciences, Graduate Program in Public Health
Friday, February 22, 2008
HSC T16 - Room 025
Refreshments begin at 3:45pm
Seminar begins at 4:00pm
Submitted by: Diane Ruenes/UHMC
7. Lecture and Book-Signing Featuring Faculty Author Tracey L. Walters on Tuesday, February 5 at 4 p.m.
Please join us at a lecture and book-singing featuring Tracey L. Waters, Associate Professor of Africana Studies, on Tuesday, February 5 at 4 p.m. Professor Walters will be discussing her book "African American Literature and the Classicist Tradition: Black Women Writers from Wheatley to Morrison."
Location: Javits Room, Melville Library, Second Floor
Free to all; reception to follow. Sponsored by the Africana Studies Department and the University Libraries.
http://www.stonybrook.edu/libspecial/events.shtml
Submitted by: Kristen Nyitray/Lib
8. Topics in Atmospheric and Oceanic Sciences Seminar, 2/6/08
Please join us for a seminar by Professor Gabriel Vecchi from NOAA's Geophysical Fluid Dynamics Laboratory, Princeton Forrestal Campus. Professor Vecchi's seminar entitled, "Effect of Remote Sea Surface Temperature Change on Tropical Cyclone Potential Intensity," will be presented on Wednesday, February 6, 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://atmos.msrc.sunysb.edu
Submitted by: Gina Gartin/MSRC
9. Small Business Development Workshop: "Secrets to Trade Show Success"February 13, 2008 9am-11:00am
Speaker: John A.Hill, John A. Hill and Associates
Come and learn the most advantageous ways to present at at trade show for positive results.
Location: LI High Tech Incubator
to register: e-mail: lynne.schmidt@sunysb.edu or 29084
Submitted by: Lynne Schmidt/CEAS
10. Provost's Lecture Series - Dr. David Sloan Wilson - Darwin Day 2008
The Provost's Lecture Series is pleased to host Dr. David Sloan Wilson, Distinguished Professor of Biological Sciences at Binghamton University, in honor of Darwin Day 2008. Dr. Wilson will present his Darwin Day keynote address on February 12, 2008 at 7:30 p.m. in the SAC Auditorium.
http://www.stonybrook.edu/sb/provlec.shtml
Submitted by: Janine Pearce/Prov
11. Black History Month Activities
What Hat Are You Wearing?
Feb 11 7:30pm - 10:00pm. A look at the different hats we wear as African Americans and how they change as society does. Featuring guest speaker, Professor Bertha Murphy, School of Social Welfare. Free admission. Refreshments will be served! West Campus - Student Union UNITI Cultural Center
African Americans In The Media
Feb 12 9:00pm - 11:00PM Sponsored by Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity, SAC Room: 303
The NAACP Speaks!
Feb 13 12:40pm - 2:10pm A lecture presentation by Brookhaven Chapter NAACP President Dr. Beresford Adams. Students, faculty, and staff are invited. Free Admission. Wang Center
African Americans And Health Care
Feb 18 8:00pm - 10:00pm A look at African Americans who have contributed to the Health Care profession followed by a discussion about the lack of medical care for the African American community. Sponsor: by Minorities in Medicine.West Campus SAC Room: 302
http://stonybrook.edu/blackhistory
Submitted by: Cheryl Chambers/OSA
12. Black History Month Discussions
"Die-Monds" Are Forever
Feb 12 8:30pm-10:00pm Effects of illegal diamond mining and trade on the people of Africa and its diasporas. SAC Room: 311
"Ghetto Fab-U-Loss"
Feb 13 8:00pm-10:00pm Social lifestyles of college students and long term debt. SAC Room: 305
Black Men: Are They The Foundation Of The Black Community?
Captured: Spiritual Slavery
Feb 16 8:00pm-9:30pm Focus on slavery in Africa and the link it has to salvation through Jesus Christ. Guest speaker and performances. Student Union Auditorium
Feb 18 9:00pm-11:00pm The image of today’s Black man and his role roles in society, and more specifically, within the Black community. SAC Ballroom B
Boys To Men: Examining The Transition Into Manhood
Feb 19 9:13pm-11:30pm An interactive workshop addresses with issues about African American males and their transition from youth to manhood. SAC Room: 302
http://stonybrook.edu/blackhistory
Submitted by: Cheryl Chambers/OSA
13. Dr. William McAdoo Memorial Health Lecture Series
Feb 18 12:00noon - 1:00pm Topic: Breast Cancer. Guest Speakers: The Reverend Sandra Leonard, Nurse Practitioner, Stony Brook University Hospital, and Margaret Davis, Witness Project of Long Island. Programs are also held on February 4 and February 11. Sponsored by the School of Social Welfare and the Black Faculty and Staff Association.
East Campus - Health Sciences Center, Level 2, School of Social Welfare Conference Room
http://stonybrook.edu/blackhistory
Submitted by: Cheryl Chambers/OSA
05. Hosp/HSC Conferences/Seminars/Lectures
1. Hip and Knee Pain Seminar
Seminar will include diagrams of the hip and knee with discussion of their normal anatomy, what can go wrong in either joint such as tendonitis, bursitis, synovitis, meniscal tears and osteoarthritis. Signs and symptoms of a problem, how to get a good diagnosis e.g., how to give a good history, x-rays with examples and the physical exam and what it tells us. Treatments for various problems are discussed including, diet, nutrition, exercise, medication, arthroscopy and hip and knee replacement surgery. There is also a question and answer period.
To sign up for the seminar call Health Connect at 444-4000.
Seminar is Free.
Seminar date/time/location: 2/7/08 9am @ 14 Technology Drive, Suite 1 in the Education Center.
Submitted by: Maria Juvan/UHMC
2. Science And Research Awareness Series (SARAS)
"I love Science"
"I am taking Biology as one of my courses"
If you answered "YES" to any one of the above questions try to answer the next three.
"What should I do next?"
"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 of 2008 (July 7-24).
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 for everyone who is interested in Biomedical Sciences.
Register early, as seats are limited.
For complete program details, click on 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
06. Charitable
1. Daffodil Days 2008
Spring is on its way and so is the American Cancer Societys Daffodil Days fund raising event. Your participation in DAFFODIL DAYS
will offer hope that cancer will be conquered during our lifetime.
Orders for the flowers may be placed until Friday, February 22nd for a bunch of 10 daffodils per $10.00 donation to the American Cancer Society. A 2008 limited edition Boyds TM Bear and a Bunch of daffodils for $25.
Also, a $20 donation for the Gift of Hope.
To place your order call Patient Relations at 4-2880, or reply e-mail jpaz@notes.cc.sunysb.edu
(leave name, dept. phone #).
If you wish to be a captain for you area, just let us know.
All orders and money must be in by February 22nd. Pickup for the flowers is scheduled for March 11th - L5 Rm 621.
Submitted by: Jincy Paz/UHMC
07. Culture & Entertainment
1. Wednesday Walks in the Schiff Preserve
Discover the miles of woodland trails that run through the Stony Brook campus. Every Wednesday morning, Friends of the Ashley Schiff Park Preserve sponsor this "fitness and nature study" walk, beginning at the trailhead near the traffic circle on Circle Drive. We walk meet every Wednesday at 7:30am, weather permitting. For more information, phone 631-357-3065 or email mcon@optonline.net
http://pbisotopes.ess.sunysb.edu/a-schiff/
Submitted by: Mary La Corte/Admin
2. John Wesley Harding's "Pre St. Valentine's Day Massacre Show" at University Cafe February 10th 2 P.M.
Singer/songwriter/novelist John Wesley Harding returns with a program of songs designed to put a very different spin on St. Valentine's Day. What else could one expect from the songwriter whose extensive catalogue includes "Cupid and Psycho," "Old Girlfriends" and "Negative Love"? Incredible songs and a terrific sense of humor made his November 2006 show a season highlight. (www.johnwesleyharding.com for more information)
Advance sale at the reduced rate of $18.00 on line now until February 7th at www.universitycafe.org
Coming Sunday February 24th 2 P.M. - A Pre. St.Patrick's Day concert with Gerry O'Beirne and special guest Rosie Shipley; Johnny Cuomo opens
http://www.universitycafe.org
Submitted by: Charles Backfish/CAS
3. WUSB 90.1 FM 3 Day Winter Reggae Marathon Feb 7th - 10th 2008
Celebrate the late Bob Marley's Birthday during Black History Month by tuning into 3 days of non-stop reggae music at WUSB 90.1 FM Stony Brook. The world's finest reggae music kicks off on Feb 7th at 10pm and concludes at midnight on Feb 10th 2008. Please log onto www.wusb.fm and www.figtreebiz.com to listen online and catch Caribbean Style TV every Sunday 2pm-3pm on Ch.18/118 Cablevision for all the highlights. More info? Call Angella at 631-672-1598 or email me at angella@figtreebiz.com
http://www.figtreebiz.com
Submitted by: Angella Forde/UHMC
4. Colin Channer Poetry Reading
Feb 15 6:00pm - 8:00pm "No one describes the wonders and aches of love as sensuously as Colin Channer, and Channer has no rival when it comes to capturing the rhythmic beauty of island patois on the page. Z. Z. Packer. West Campus - Social & Behavioral Sciences Building, Africana Studies Library, Room S-224
http://stonybrook.edu/blackhistory
Submitted by: Cheryl Chambers/OSA
5. MALIK Star Search & After Party
Feb 15 Star Search: 8:00 - 11:00pm, SAC Auditorium
After Party: 11:00pm - 3:00am, Stony Brook Union Ballroom
Witness this talent show competition that features Stony Brook’s greatest student performances! Admission charge. Sponsored by MALIK Fraternity, Inc.
http://stonybrook.edu/blackhistory
Submitted by: Cheryl Chambers/OSA
6. Bus Trip: Blacks in Wax Museum (Baltimore, MD)
Feb 17 6:00am - 8:00pm Take an extended tour of the National Great Blacks in Wax Museum, Frederick Douglass’ home, and the historic Orchard Street Church. Pre-registration required. Limited seating. Admission is on a first-come, first-served basis. Admission charge. Lunch costs $10-$15 (not included). Sponsored by the UNITI Cultural Center Student Organization. West Campus - SAC Bus Loop
http://stonybrook.edu/blackhistory
Submitted by: Cheryl Chambers/OSA
7. Award-winning pianist, Joyce Yang, to perform in Recital Hall at Staller Center, Friday, February 8 at 8:00 pm. 631-632-ARTS
Joyce Yang moved to the United States from Korea and grew up in the Stony Brook area, graduating from Ward Melville High School. She won Juilliard School of Music's Pre-College Concerto Competition during her first year at Juilliard and has gone on to play with leading orchestras, including the New York Philharmonic. Her program at Staller Center includes Robert Schumann Carnaval Op. 9, as well as work by Brahms, Carl Vine and Scarlatti.
Tickets: $32. www.stallercenter.com or 631-632-ARTS
http://www.stallercenter.com
Submitted by: Julie Greene/CAS
8. The Flying Karamazov Brothers, "Life: A Guide for the Perplexed" at Staller Center, Saturday, February 9 at 8:00 pm.
Masters of juggling and comedy, The Flying Karamazov Brothers entertain with their newest creation, "Life: A Guide for the Perplexed." A romp through the stages of life, with the Flying Ks playing over 20 characters. Tickets: $32; half price for children 12 and under. 631-632-ARTS or www.stallercenter.com
http://www.stallercenter.com
Submitted by: Julie Greene/CAS
08. For-Pay Workshops/Courses
1. Microsoft Powerpoint
Microsoft PowerPoint: - NCE 318 - 5 sessions - Fee: $259
Creating Dynamic Presentations with PowerPoint. A must for sales professionals, trainers, teachers and business presenters, this course demonstrates how to create
and combine text and graphics for professional-looking business presentations. Learn to create your own slide presentation in a minimum amount of time.
Prerequisite: Introduction to Windows or equivalent experience.
Section A:Tuesdays 6pm-9pm; February 12, 19, 26; March 4 & 11, 2008
10% discount for University employees and students, CSEA LEAP Vouchers accepted.
http://www.stonybrook.edu/spd/computer/courses
Submitted by: Amy Margolies/Prov
2. Online Certificate Programs in Fitness, Nutrition and Wellness
The School of Professional Development is now offering six non-credit certificate programs for allied health professionals, trainers, business owners, and exercise enthusiasts who seek to continue their education and obtain professional credentials.
*Fitness Business Management
*Nutrition for Optimal Health, Wellness and Sports
*Personal Fitness Training
*Advanced Personal Fitness Training
*Senior Personal training for Older Adults
*Women's Exercise Training and Wellness
Registration is now open for Spring 2008 Term.
Visit our website for program details and schedules.
http://www.stonybrook.edu/spd/career/efs
Submitted by: Amy Margolies/Prov
3. Painting with Watercolor
For the beginner, the self taught, or anyone who wants to learn the basic techniques of watercolor
Based paints. Learn the fundamentals and benefit from plenty of guidance and practice. Experiment with this expressive medium as you create your own collection of paintings. Ask for a materials list at the office. Instructor: Nick Lastorka
Six Tuesdays, begins 2/26, 7:00 pm 9:00 pm
$67/student, $95/ non-student; Union Studio 081
For complete information or to obtain a full spring 08 class schedule, please contact The Craft Center, Union lower-level room 049, 631-632-6822 or craftcenter@gmail.com
Submitted by: Jenny Labonte/GST
4. Drawing Figures and Faces
Think of itno more stick figures and cartoon faces! Take control and finally learn how to get the proportions correct. This class is designed for those who would like to draw but think they can’t especially when it comes to figures and portraits. Bring to the first class an HB pencil, vinyl eraser, kneaded eraser, a sketch pad (approx. 9x12) and a desire to draw. Instructor: John Markott
Six Thursdays, begins 2/28, 7:00 pm 9:00 pm.
$67/student, $95/ non-student; Union room 081
For complete information or for a full Spring 2008 brochure of classes, please contact the Craft Center, Union Lower-Level room 049, 631-632-6822 or craftcenter@gmail.com
Submitted by: Jenny Labonte/GST
5. Photo Lighting Workshop
Learn how to turn your boring static pictures into something professionals would be impressed with in just a few simple steps. Useful for family photo’s, art portfolio, E-bay and web pictures etc. Students will work from a live model to explore how to creatively control lighting. Must be comfortable using your digital or film camera. Cameras should have manual, shutter priority or aperture priority, or ability to adjust shutter and aperture. Please check at registration about camera compatibility.
Instructor: Pedro A. Sousa Monday; 3/10; 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm
$50/student, $65/non-student ; Photo Lab 062
For complete information or for a full copy of our spring 2008 course brochure please contact the Craft Center, Student Union Lower-Level room 049, 631-632-6822 or craftcenter@gmail.com
Submitted by: Jenny Labonte/GST
6. New Dates for Microsoft Excel Certificate Program
It's not too late to enroll! New dates have been posted.
Introduction to Microsoft Excel will start on Thursday, February 14, 2008 at 6pm. This is an introductory course that demonstrates the power and ease that makes Microsoft Excel the most widely used spreadsheet application for office and home financial planning.
For complete schedules of the Introduction to Excel and Advanced Modules visit our website at www.stonybrook.edu/spd/computer
Use your CSEA LEAP Voucher.
10% discount for University employees, spouses and students.
Submitted by: Amy Margolies/Prov
7. New Dates for Microsoft Access Certificate Program
New Dates have been posted for Managing Data with Access and Advanced Access. It's not too late to enroll!
Managing Data with Access will begin on Wednesday, February 20, 2008 at 6pm.
For complete schedules of Managing Data with Access and Advanced Access visit our website at www.stonybrook.edu/spd/computer
Use your CSEA LEAP Voucher.
10% discount for University employees, spouses and students.
Submitted by: Amy Margolies/Prov
8. Legal Nurse Consultant Training and Paralegal Certificate courses to start soon
In conjunction with the Center for Legal Studies, the School of Professional Development offers intensive, nationally acclaimed certificate programs in Paralegal and Legal Nurse Consultant Training.
Both courses begin on face-to-face on Saturday, February 9, 2008. It is not too late to enroll. Advance your career with a nationally recognized certification
Further scheduled visit our website at www.stonybrook.edu/spd/career/index
For more registration information call the Center for Legal Studies at 1-800-522-7737
Submitted by: Amy Margolies/Prov
09. Research
1. Take Part In Clinical Research Studies
Inquire about Clinical Research Studies. Call Albert Ruenes at (631) 499-8697 or email aruenes@notes.cc.sunysb.edu.
Submitted by: Diane Ruenes/UHMC
2. 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
3. Seeking Volunteers Seeking Volunteers Post-Menopausal Women On Hormone Replacement Therapy
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 Call 631-344-3614
Confidentiality Maintained
Submitted by: Diane Ruenes/UHMC
4. 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
5. Study of HIV+/AIDS and ChromiumPicolinate
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.
Submitted by: Diane Ruenes/UHMC
6. 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. Miscellaneous
1. 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. Register before March 15th to receive an additional 5% savings.
Open Houses are all located in the Sports Complex on Saturday mornings from 9AM to 12PM, for the following dates: Jan. 26th, Feb. 9th, March 15th, April 12th, May 17th, 2008.
http://www.stonybrook.edu/summercamps
Submitted by: Janice Maggio/Pres
2. Camp Academies at Stony Brook 632-4550
We now offer Camp Academies for children entering Kindergarten though grade 11 in the Fall 2008. Our special Camp Academies are designed to satisfy our campers with an interest in Art, Chess, Chess/Medical, Computers, GBA - Video Game Builders, Athletic/Medical, Acting, Sciences and Reading. These programs will run for one-week intervals during the summer. The camper will receive instructional activities relating to his or her chosen topic. A hot lunch and snack will also be provided. Call for our brochure or visit our website.
Open Houses are all located in the Sports Complex on Saturday mornings from 9AM to 12PM, for the following dates: Jan. 26th, Feb. 9th, March 15th, April 12th, May 17th, 2008.
http://www.stonybrook.edu/summercamps
Submitted by: Janice Maggio/Pres
3. Pre-order Roses for Valentine's Day at the Seawolves MarketPlace
See any cashier to fill out a pre-order form and pre-pay with cash, Mastercard, Visa, American Express or Discover. Pick up your roses on February 14th! Your choice of a box of premium long stem roses with babies breath, a dozen roses, a half-dozen roses, three roses or a single rose! The Seawolves MarketPlace is located in the Student Activities Center where you can purchase other great gifts for Valentine's Day such as chocolates, teddy bears, and picture frames!
http://www.shopsbu.com
Submitted by: Angela Agnello/FSA
4. Job Opportunity - Websites Manager
Faculty Student Association at Stony Brook University seeks a Websites Manager to be responsible for providing support, Website redesign, maintenance, and management of all FSA operations Websites including the online store. Required: Bachelor’s degree or higher; strong working knowledge of Web layout and design, HTML, FTP software, photo-imaging software, and spreadsheet/database/word processing/graphics software programs; excellent oral and written communication skills; demonstrated follow-up and organizational skills; and demonstrated self-motivation and commitment to detail. Excellent benefits and great working environment. Send resume and cover letter with salary requirement by February 11, 2008 to: Chris Oster, Human Resources Manager, Dept WM, Faculty Student Association, Stony Brook Union, Room 250, Stony Brook, NY 11794-3209, or fax to (631) 632-6573. Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.
Submitted by: Christine Oster/FSA
5. SB Day in Albany Recruitment Fairs
Take the Red Hot Road Trip!
Join us at the SB Day in Albany Recruitment Fairs:
East Campus: Wednesday, February 6, 12:30 pm - 2:00 pm, HSC Galleria, Level 3
West Campus: Wednesday, February 13, 12:30 pm - 2:00 pm, SAC, Ballroom A
Add these dates to your calendar and be sure to attend. You'll meet hundreds of others
who, just like you, are participating in Stony Brook Day in Albany 2008.
http://www.stonybrook.edu/albany
Submitted by: Karen Keeley/UAff
6. Ring Week - February 4 - February 7, 2008
Order your official Stony Brook University Class Ring! Representatives from Balfour will be on campus taking orders February 4 - February 6 in the Student Activities Center and February 7 in the Student Union. Rings will also be on display in the University Bookstore during Ring Week.
All eligible juniors and seniors purchasing the Stony Brook ring during Ring Week will be invited to the Ring Ceremony in the spring, hosted by President Kenny.
The tradition begins with you!
http://www.stonybrook.edu/sb/ring
Submitted by: Karen Keeley/UAff
7. UUP Annual Dinner Dance
UUP is sponsoring a Spring Fling Dinner Dance for it's members on Saturday, March 1, 2008. The event will take place at the Snapper Inn in Sayville from 7:00 PM to 11:00 PM. Tickets are $30 per person and include hors d'oeuvres, full course dinner and a cash bar. Dancing will be to the music of TJ the DJ. Join your fellow members for a fun evening! Please reserve your tickets at the UUP Office, 104 Old Chemistry or call 2-6570.
Submitted by: Corinne Burns/Affl