Campus Announcements for the week of 03/31/2008
Table of Contents
01. Administrative
1. Monthly Parking Garage Payment
2. 2008 University Senate and A&S Senate Professional Nominations now being accepted.
3. Call For Nominations: 2nd Annual Commmunity Service Awards Ceremony
03. Workshops/Courses/Training
1. Principal Investigator Award Interface (PIAI) Training Session
2. EAP Lunchtime Learning, Strength Training, Running, and Walking Basics for the Fitness Enthusiast
3. EAP Lunchtime Learning, Protecting Your Assets and Estate Planning
4. Creating a Culture of Customer Excellence
5. Counseling and the Disciplinary Process
for Supervisors of State Employees
6. Heart Saver First Aid
7. And Justice for All/Diversity 101 - The Combined Version
8. Practical Skills for Supervisors
9. Health Sciences Library April Class Schedule
10. Did you know Teaching, Learning + Technology offers Technology Workshops that may help your students succeed in your classes?
04. Conferences/Seminars/Lectures
1. Provost's Lecture Series - Robert J. Lang - Origami Artist
2. Biochemistry & Cell Biology Seminar: April 3, 2008
3. Geosciences Seminar Series
4. Topics in Atmospheric and Oceanic Sciences Seminar, 4/2/08
5. Ocean And Atmospheric Colloquium, April 4, 2008
6. Science And Research Awareness Series (SARAS) July 7-24, 2008.
7. Jazz Conference and FestivalBrilliant Corners: Jazz and Its Cultures, April 3-5, 2008
8. The Department of Physiology & Biophysics and the Stony Brook Scuba Squad present Norbert Wu of Norbert Wu Productions
9. Mechanical Engineering Distinguished Lecture: Electro-Mechanical Behavior of Carbon Nanotubes and their Composites. Friday, April 4, 2008
10. Center for Italian Studies Book Presentation: "Altreitalie: Cittadinanza e diritto al voto" at Calandra Institute, NYCity.
11. Department of Molecular Genetics & Microbiology
12. Provost's Lecture Series - Dr. Robert Chazan - April 10, 2008
13. Correction to Ecology and Evolution Seminar"The Accidental Taxonomist The Early Days of Numerical Methods in Systematics"
14. Neuroscience Seminar Series
15. Asian Languages and the Professions (Symposium), Tuesday, April 8, 2008, 9:30 a.m. - 2 p.m., Wang Center Theater
16. Small Business Development Center Seminar, Wed., April 2 9-11:00 am
17. Women's Studies Graduate Certificate Students Present First Annual Graduate Cenference--Artificial Reproduction Technologies--Saturday,April 5, 2008 at SB Manhattan Campus--9:15AM-7:30PM
18. The School of Journalism Presents, "My Life As a War Correspondent"
19. Robert Farris Thompson, Yale University, Humanities Institute Distinguished Lecturer in conjuction with "Brilliant Corners: Jazz and Its Cultures"
20. Small Business Development Center Seminar, Wed., April 9 9-11:00 am
21. EarthStock 2008: Student Exhibition of Environmental Research and Creative Activity
22. EarthStock 2008: Call for Abstracts
23. EarthStock 2008: Stony Brook Nobel Laureates Speak Out
05. Hosp/HSC Conferences/Seminars/Lectures
1. Department of Molecular Genetics & Microbiology
2. NIH General Clinical Research Center (GCRC)Department of Medicine Seminar Series
3. 2nd Annual Women in Medicine Research Day - April 2, 2008 8:00am-1:00pm
07. Culture & Entertainment
1. Sicilian Crossings to America and the Derived Communities
2. EarthStock 2008:April 11 April 18
3. Wednesday Walks in the Schiff Preserve
4. Seawolves 10K - April 13th
5. Israel at 60 Celebration Reception
6. The Cody Comedy Festival - May 14, 2008
7. The 15th Annual Child Care Cash Bonanza Win $15,000
8. EarthStock 2008: Two Concerts
9. Documentary: Terror's AdvocateMonday, March 31, 7:00 pm, Wang Center Theater
10. Health Awareness Lecture: The Effective Indications of Acupuncture
11. Wong Flew Over the Cuckoo's NestThursday, April 10, 7:00 pm, Wang Center Theater
12. Buddhism Study & Practice Group Workshop:The Four Sublime Abidings
13. Pratima: Reflection: Nrityagram Dance Ensemble
14. Who is Asia America? Deadline for proposal due today!
15. Career Women's Luncheon - April 10th, 12:00 noon
16. Guitar virtuoso and master singer-songwriter Jack Williams coming toThe University Cafe Sunday April 27th 2 P.M.
08. For-Pay Workshops/Courses
1. Geriatric Care Management Education and Training Workshops
09. Research
1. Study of HIV+/AIDS and Chromium Picolinate
2. Effect of Pioglitazone on the course of new onset Type I Diabetes
3. Seeking Volunteers With A History Of Asthma
4. Seeking Volunteers with Cystic Fibrosis
5. Crack or cocaine problems?
6. Brookhaven National LaboratoryRelationship Conflict Study
7. Not getting along with your partner?
10. Miscellaneous
1. Seawolves Summe Camps at Stony Brook
2. Summer Camps at Stony Brook 632-4550
3. English Tutoring - Free!
4. French classes and exam preparations for elementary and middle school students in StonyBrook University ($15 per 45 minute class)
5. Campus Weekly Flea Market - CD's, eyeglasses, crafts, and more!
6. Auxiliary's New & Used Sale - March 31
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. 2008 University Senate and A&S Senate Professional Nominations now being accepted.
Please go to
http://stonybrook.edu/univsenate/activity.shtml
and click on 2008 Professional Nominations.
Submitted by: Laurie Theobalt/Prov
3. Call For Nominations: 2nd Annual Commmunity Service Awards Ceremony
2nd Annual Community Service Award Ceremony
May 7, 2008 12:00 pm2:00 pm
Wang Center, Theater Lobby
Celebrate Stony Brook's commitment to community service! Once again,
we are pleased to recognize members of our University for their significant contribution to the community with the Excellence in Community Service and the Outstanding Community Service Awards.
Please nominate a member (staff/faculty/student) of our campus community. To complete a nomination form, and for complete instructions, go to the Virtual Center for Community Service and Service-Learning at:
http://www.stonybrook.edu/sb/communityservice/
.
Submission Deadline: April 18, 2008.
http://www.stonybrook.edu/sb/communityservice/
Submitted by: Rachel Levy/OSA
03. Workshops/Courses/Training
1. Principal Investigator Award Interface (PIAI) Training Session
For Projector Directors who are new to The Research Foundation’s Business System, or staff who’d like a better understanding of the Principal Investigator Award Interface (PIAI), the Office of Grants Management is offering a 90-minute training session. The PIAI application is considered to be a superior and more user friendly information interface for inquiry only access, while Oracle is viewed primarily as a transaction processing system for the administrative departments that handle your financial transactions.
This session will be held on Friday, April 18th in the OVPR Conference Room, W5510 Frank Melville Library from 9:00-10:30 a.m.
To register for one of this session, please send an email to Marie Bilbao in the Office of Grants Management at marie.bilbao@stonybrook.edu
Submitted by: Marie Bilbao/Res
2. EAP Lunchtime Learning, Strength Training, Running, and Walking Basics for the Fitness Enthusiast
Fitness for the Whole Body Learn how to incorporate ‘fun n’ fitness’ principles into your daily life. A workshop for anyone who wants to improve their health and wellness through exercise and nutrition.
Presented by Professor Theresa Tiso
April 3, 2008, 11:30-12:30, HSC, L3, CR 152
To register call EAP at 632-6085
http://www.stonybrook.edu
Submitted by: Linda Tatem/Pres
3. EAP Lunchtime Learning, Protecting Your Assets and Estate Planning
Speaker will discuss health care proxies, living wills, durable power of attorney, as well as how to protect a senior’s assets. As individuals age they may experience declining health and need help in obtaining and financing health care, protecting their homes and limited financial resources through sound Medicaid planning techniques and estate planning.
Guest Speaker, George Roach, Esq., Senior Citizen Division of Legal Aid
April 8, 2008, 11:30-12:30, HSC, L2, CR 108
To register call EAP at 632-6085
http://www.stonybrook.edu
Submitted by: Linda Tatem/Pres
4. Creating a Culture of Customer Excellence
April 15 & 22, 2008 9:30am-12:30pm
All customer interactions have an impact on the perception of your organization. Excellent customer service is more than just employees smiling and making eye contact. It is an all-encompassing approach to making excellent service delivery part of the culture of your area. Everything a customer sees, hears or touches impacts the experience.
Attendance is required for Part I and Part II
Key Highlights:
Identify customer expectations and needs using active listening techniques.
Learn how to create a culture of service excellence for your internal and external customers.
Develop solutions to more challenging and difficult customer service situations.
Identify ways to create more customer-friendly processes.
Seating is limited so click on the below link to register now!
http://naples.cc.sunysb.edu/training/hrclasses.nsf/wc0022
Submitted by: Lillian Valdez/Admin
5. Counseling and the Disciplinary Process
for Supervisors of State Employees
April 16, 2008 9:00am 12:00pm
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/training/hrclasses.nsf/wc0015
Submitted by: Lillian Valdez/Admin
6. Heart Saver First Aid
April 9, 2008 9:00am -12:00pm
Learn American Heart Association general principles of First Aid. Participants should have a basic knowledge of CPR.
Click below to register
http://naples.cc.sunysb.edu/training/hrclasses.nsf/wc0019
Submitted by: Lillian Valdez/Admin
7. And Justice for All/Diversity 101 - The Combined Version
April 14, 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/training/hrclasses.nsf/wc0020
Submitted by: Lillian Valdez/Admin
8. Practical Skills for Supervisors
April 7, 8, 9, 9:00am 4:00pm
This 3 day course is skill-based and examines the day-to-day practice of helping employees perform at their optimum level.
Built on practical models of what effective managers think, say and do, the work environment they want to create and the relationships they need to build and sustain, this program focuses on the best practices and techniques necessary to be a highly effective supervisor. Attendance to all three days is mandatory for completion of this workshop.
Key Highlights
A competency approach to supervision
Coaching and counseling
Setting direction & focus
Communication
Delegation
Personal styles
Coaching for sustained development
Strategies for influencing and motivating
Action Plan
Target Audience: ALL NEW SUPERVISORS as well as supervisors who have never been formally trained in the supervisory function.
Seating is limited.
http://naples.cc.sunysb.edu/training/hrclasses.nsf/wc0028
Submitted by: Lillian Valdez/Admin
9. Health Sciences Library April 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
10. Did you know Teaching, Learning + Technology offers Technology Workshops that may help your students succeed in your classes?
Have you assigned your students a project that includes using Excel 2007?
Are you requiring your students to develop a presentation using PowerPoint 2007?
If YES, The TLT Student Help Desk provides small, hands-on workshops using technology and other student success skills. Workshops focus on technology applications that Stony Brook students may need to use in their coursework.
The workshops are listed in the TLT Student Events calendar on the following webpage:
https://tlt.stonybrook.edu/StudentServices/
If you think these workshops will benefit your students, please pass on the schedule and this information to your students.
To notify your students about these workshops, my suggestion is to post this information in your Blackboard class or email them.
For questions please contact Tara Burst at: tara.burst@stonybrook.edu or 632.8050
https://tlt.stonybrook.edu/StudentServices/
https://tlt.stonybrook.edu/StudentServices/
Submitted by: Tara Burst/DoIT
04. Conferences/Seminars/Lectures
1. Provost's Lecture Series - Robert J. Lang - Origami Artist
The Provost's Lecture Series is hosting Robert J. Lang, one of the foremost origami artists in the world. Dr. Lang will present his lecture entitled "From Flapping Birds to Space Telescopes: The Modern Science of Origami" on April 2, 2008 at 4:00 p.m. in the SAC Auditorium. Dr. Lang will also give a hands-on origami workshop earlier that day from 12:45 - 2:00 p.m. in the Wang Center, Lecture Hall 2.
http://www.stonybrook.edu/sb/provlec.shtml
Submitted by: Janine Pearce/Prov
2. Biochemistry & Cell Biology Seminar: April 3, 2008
You are cordially invited to attend a seminar given by Dr. Li-Na Wei, Professor of Pharmacology at the University of Minnesota Medical School, entitled, "Proteomic studies of nuclear receptors and co-regulator RIP140 in adipoctye differentiation". It will be held on Thursday, April 3, 2008, in room 038, Life Sciences Building at 4:00p.m. Hosted by Dr. Todd Miller
Submitted by: Dianna Berger/CAS
3. Geosciences Seminar Series
On Thursday, April 3, 2008 at 4pm in room 123 of the Earth and Space Sciences (ESS) Building, the Department of Geosciences will be holding their regularly scheduled colloquium. Thursday 4/3/08 Erik Seiffert, Stony Brook University will be giving the following talk: "Paleogene mammalian evolution in Afro-Arabia: the roles of phylogeny, immigration, and climate change".
All are welcome, please join us.
http://www.stonybrook.edu/geosciences
Submitted by: Andrea Illausky/CAS
4. Topics in Atmospheric and Oceanic Sciences Seminar, 4/2/08
Please join us for a seminar by Professor Gang Chen from NOAA's Climate and Global Change Program. Professor Chen's seminar entitled, "Understanding the Poleward Shift of Southern Hemisphere Surface Westerlies: Observations and Idealized Models," will be presented on Wednesday, April 2, 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
5. Ocean And Atmospheric Colloquium, April 4, 2008
Professor Bernard Boudreau from Dalhousie University will present a seminar entitled,:" Motion in a veiled world: Animals and bubbles in sediments" at 12 noon on April 4, 2008. The seminar will take place at the School of Marine and Atmospheric Sciences(SoMAS), South Campus, in the Endeavour Hall 120. Light refreshments will be served. For more information, please call 631-632-8781
http://http://http://www.somas.stonybrook.edu/news.oac.html
Submitted by: Katerina Panagiotakopoulou/MSRC
6. Science And Research Awareness Series (SARAS) July 7-24, 2008.
"I love Science"
"I am taking Biology as one of my courses"
"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, tours, 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, students comments, video excerpts and application material, 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
7. Jazz Conference and FestivalBrilliant Corners: Jazz and Its Cultures, April 3-5, 2008
The Humanities Institute at Stony Brook will be presenting a major jazz conference and festival from April 3-5, 2008. Brilliant Corners: Jazz and Its Cultures will explore the music’s connections to the other arts and will feature many of the world’s most prominent jazz scholars. Twenty-five speakers will be addressing the many ways in which the music of jazz intersects with currents in art, literature, film, theater, and politics. Rounding out the event will be performances by pianist Vijay Iyer, trombonist Ray Anderson, and tenor saxophonist Joe Lovano on the three conference evenings as well as an exhibition of jazz paintings and photographs that will run from April 1st to May 9th. The conference is free to Stony Brook faculty, staff, and students, but registration is required. For the general public April 3rd is free, and April 4th and 5th are $25 a day or $40 for both days.
http://www.sunysb.edu/humanities
Submitted by: Olivia Mattis
8. The Department of Physiology & Biophysics and the Stony Brook Scuba Squad present Norbert Wu of Norbert Wu Productions
Wednesday, April 2, 2008, from 5:00 to 6:00 p.m.
"Around the World Under the Sea: A Digital Still Image and Video Presentation"
Norbert Wu, Photographer and Cinematographer, Norbert Wu Productions
Wang Center, Lecture Hall 2
Refreshments will be served in the Theater Lobby at 4:30 p.m.
Co-sponsored by the Office of the Provost
http://www.pnb.sunysb.edu/
Submitted by: Robin Green/UHMC
9. Mechanical Engineering Distinguished Lecture: Electro-Mechanical Behavior of Carbon Nanotubes and their Composites. Friday, April 4, 2008
Please join us for a Distinguished Lecture by Dr. Tsu-Wei Chou, Pierre S. du Pont Chair of Engineering from the Center for Composite Materials and Department of Mechanical Engineering, University of Delaware. Professor Chou's lecture entitled, "Electro-Mechanical Behavior of Carbon Nanotubes and their Composites," will be presented on Friday, April 4, at 11:00am, in the Engineering Building, Room 301. For additional information, please contact the Mechanical Engineering department at 632-8300. Please visit link below to view the Abstract and Biography.
http://me.eng.sunysb.edu/seminars
Submitted by: Melissa Castelbuono/CEAS
10. Center for Italian Studies Book Presentation: "Altreitalie: Cittadinanza e diritto al voto" at Calandra Institute, NYCity.
Wednesday, April 2, 2008, 6:00 p.m.
Book Presentation: Altreitalie: Cittadinanza e diritto al voto by its Editor: Mario B. Mignone, Stony Brook University and Panelists:
Min. Plen. Francesco Maria Talo',Consul General of Italy in New York;
Professor Marcello Saija, University of Messina;
Professor Anthony Tamburri, John D. Calandra Italian American Institute;
Journalist Stefano Vaccara,
Presentations and discussions will all be conducted in English.
Location: John D. Calandra Institute,
25 West 43rd Street 17th Floor
New York, N.Y. 10036
Submitted by: Josephine Fusco/CAS
11. Department of Molecular Genetics & Microbiology
Monday, April 7, 2008 Galina I. Botchkina, Ph.D. of Stony Brook's Department of Surgery/Surgical Oncology will be giving a Seminar entitled "Cancer Stem Cells: New Concept and New Research" in the Life Sciences Building Room 038 at 12:00 Noon. Dr. Rebecca Rowehl is the host.
Submitted by: Carol Brekke/UHMC
12. Provost's Lecture Series - Dr. Robert Chazan - April 10, 2008
The Spring 2008 Provost's Lecture Series is hosting Dr. Robert Chazan, S.H. and Helen R. Scheuer Professor of Hebrew and Judaic Studies at New York University. Dr. Chazan will present his lecture on Thursday,April 10th, at 4:00 p.m. in the Student Activities Center Auditorium.
http://www.stonybrook.edu/sb/provlec.shtml
Submitted by: Janine Pearce/Prov
13. Correction to Ecology and Evolution Seminar"The Accidental Taxonomist The Early Days of Numerical Methods in Systematics"
3:30 P.M., Wednesday, April 2, 2008, Life Sciences Building, Room 038. Dr. Robert R. Sokal, Department of Ecology and Evolution, Stony Brook University. Host: Dr. Jessica Gurevitch. If you need a disability-related accommodation, please call: The Department of Ecology and Evolution at 631-632-8600.
Submitted by: Donna Digiovanni/CAS
14. Neuroscience Seminar Series
on Thursday, April 3, the Neurobiology & Behavior Department will be holding a Seminar. David A. Lewis,MD, UPMC Endowed Professor in Translational Neuroscience, Departments of Psychiatry and Neuroscience Director, Translational Neuroscience Program, University of Pittsburgh, will give a talk on "Dissecting the disease process of schizophrenia: towards the development of pathophysiologically-based therapies."
Host: Lorne Mendell
Submitted by: Karen Morse/CAS
15. Asian Languages and the Professions (Symposium), Tuesday, April 8, 2008, 9:30 a.m. - 2 p.m., Wang Center Theater
The Department of Asian and Asian American Studies presents a symposium Asian Languages and the Professions on Tuesday, April 8th, 2008 at the Charles B. Wang Center Theater. This symposium brings together national and international leaders in foreign language education, as well as leaders of various professions, including health care, business, education, international relations, translation, and social welfare, to discuss the importance of Asian languages, the professional development of teachers, and career opportunities in many fields related to Asian languages.
Admission is free. Open to all. Advance registration recommended. For registration and further information, e-mail the symposium organizing committee (asian_languages@notes.cc.sunysb.edu), call the department at (631) 632-4030, or visit the website:
http://stony.brook.asian.languages.googlepages.com
http://stony.brook.asian.languages.googlepages.com
Submitted by: Eriko Sato/CAS
16. Small Business Development Center Seminar, Wed., April 2 9-11:00 am
"Websites, Podcasts, and Blogs" - a workshop presented by Kevin Kelly,
Big Buzz Interactive.
$15 registration fee; $5 for students. This workshop will be held at the LI High Tech Incubator Conference Room. Pre-registration required by calling Lynne Schmidt @29084 or e-mail: lynne.schmidt@sunysb.edu
Submitted by: Lynne Schmidt/CEAS
17. Women's Studies Graduate Certificate Students Present First Annual Graduate Cenference--Artificial Reproduction Technologies--Saturday,April 5, 2008 at SB Manhattan Campus--9:15AM-7:30PM
The Artificial Reproduction Technologies conference aims to provide a setting in which students from various disciplines can discuss the impact that technological advances have had on the way gender is understood within their respective fields and how they have provided or can provide new ways of undertaking scholarly research. The conference seeks to increase the visibility of that work being done by graduate students in Stony Brook’s Women's Studies certificate program and to emphasize the importance of that research for the campus at large. It will also bring scholars from various universities and disciplines together at Stony Brook Manhattan to share their research in an environment at once intellectually, disciplinarily and culturally diverse. Keynote speakers will include Dr. Zabet Patterson, Assistant Professor, Digital Visual Culture. Ph.D. University of California, Berkeley and Dr. Margaret Schedel, Assistant Professor. D.M.A. University of Cincinnati, College-Conservatory of Music. Reception immediately following.
Submitted by: Colleen Wallahora/CAS
18. The School of Journalism Presents, "My Life As a War Correspondent"
SBU School of Journalism Presents, Matt McAllester in My Life As A War Correspondent on Thursday, April 3, 2008 at 7:00pm in the Javits Lecture Hall Room 102. For 13 years, Matt McAllester was a reporter and foreign correspondent for Newsday. He covered conflicts in Kosovo, Israel and the Palestinian territories, Afghanistan and Macedonia. He also reported from Iran, Iraq, Morocco, Jordan, Lebanon, Egypt, Turkey and Nigeria. In 2003, he was imprisoned for eight days by Saddam Hussein’s secret police in the notorious Abu Ghraib prison. For more information, contact the School of Journalism at 631.632.7403 or journalism@stonybrook.edu
http://www.stonybrook.edu/journalism
Submitted by: Jennifer Carlino/Prov
19. Robert Farris Thompson, Yale University, Humanities Institute Distinguished Lecturer in conjuction with "Brilliant Corners: Jazz and Its Cultures"
Thursday, April 10th 7:30PM room 1006 Humanities
Robert Farris Thompson, Yale University
Where The High-Five Originated: Kongo Impact On American Popular Culture
Thompson will lead the audience through the richness of Kongo formal influence, including conga drums, conga lines and congo grinds. He will underline seven basic Kongo gestures that crossed the Atlantic and are alive in Black American culture. Of these the "Kongo pose" and the "high-five" are the most dramatic and far-reaching. Using video he will trace how nzuba body-slapping dance patterns in Kongo and Angola became patting juba and hambone in Black America. Finally he will end with an incredible mambo on CD that summarizes the whole lecture.
Seminar Coordinators: E. Ann Kaplan, SUNY Distinguished Professor and Director, Humanities Institute and John Lutterbie, Associate Professor and Associate Director, Humanities Institute
http://www.sunysb.edu/humanities
Submitted by: Ann Berrios/CAS
20. Small Business Development Center Seminar, Wed., April 9 9-11:00 am
Branding Your Business And Stretching Your Marketing Budget
Presented by: John Mangione, PR Store; and Vic Rajan, CoGrow Systems, Inc.
$15 registration fee; $5 for students. This workshop will be held at the LI High Tech Incubator Conference Room. Pre-registration required by calling Lynne Schmidt @29084 or e-mail: lynne.schmidt@sunysb.edu
Submitted by: Lynne Schmidt/CEAS
21. EarthStock 2008: Student Exhibition of Environmental Research and Creative Activity
Join us for an exhibition of graduate and undergraduate research which will showcase scholarship related to aspects of the environment including, but not limited to:
environmental history
population and cultural issues related to the environment
art, sculpture, dance and music with an environmental theme
ecology and evolution
preservation and conservation of nature
environmental pollution and restoration
environmental medicine and human health
atmospheric science
oceanography and fisheries
earth system science
climate change
EarthStock Keynote Lecture Sustainability: A Mosaic of Many Small Steps in the Right Direction featuring University of Nevada, Reno Professor, Dr. Hans Peter Plag, directly following showcase in Charles B. Wang Center Theater
http://www.stonybrook.edu/earthstock
Submitted by: Jeffrey Barnett/Prov
22. EarthStock 2008: Call for Abstracts
Student Exhibition of Environmental Research and Creative Activity
Join us for an exhibition of graduate and undergraduate research which will showcase scholarship related to aspects of the environment including, but not limited to:
environmental history
population and cultural issues related to the environment
art, sculpture, dance and music with an environmental theme
ecology and evolution
preservation and conservation of nature
environmental pollution and restoration
environmental medicine and human health
atmospheric science
oceanography and fisheries
earth system science
climate change
Contact Karen Kernan, Director of Undergraduate Research Programs 632-7114
http://www.stonybrook.edu/earthstock
Submitted by: Jeffrey Barnett/Prov
23. EarthStock 2008: Stony Brook Nobel Laureates Speak Out
Nobel Laureates Speak Out: Behind the Workings of the Inter-governmental Panel on Climate Change
Four Stony Brook University Professors served on the Inter-governmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC) that was awarded the 2007 Nobel Peace Prize along with Al Gore. Professors Robert Cess, Edmund Chang, Minghua Zhang, and Marv Geller, from the School of Marine and Atmospheric Sciences (SoMAS), will discuss their research and experience serving on this panel, led School of Journalism Dean Howad Schneider. Please join us as we recognize their important scholarship & achievements. Reception to follow.
Thursday, April 17
Charles B. Wang Center Lecture Hall 2
3:30 p.m.
http://www.stonybrook.edu/earthstock
Submitted by: Jeffrey Barnett/Prov
05. Hosp/HSC Conferences/Seminars/Lectures
1. Department of Molecular Genetics & Microbiology
Monday, April 7, 2008 Galina I. Botchkina, Ph.D. of Stony Brook's Department of Surgery/Surgical Oncology will be giving a Seminar entitled "Cancer Stem Cells: New Concept and New Research" in the Life Sciences Building Room 038 at 12:00 Noon. Dr. Rebecca Rowehl is the host.
Submitted by: Carol Brekke/UHMC
2. NIH General Clinical Research Center (GCRC)Department of Medicine Seminar Series
Obesity Prevention and Management: A Case for Combined Public Health and Individual-Based Treatment Strategies
Josephine Connolly Schoonen, PhD, RD, Assistant Clinical Professor of Family Medicine, Director, Dietetic Internship Program, Department of Family Medicine, SUNY Stony Brook
Friday, April 18, 2008
HSC T16 - Room 025
Refreshments begin at 3:45pm
Seminar begins at 4:00pm
Submitted by: Diane Ruenes/UHMC
3. 2nd Annual Women in Medicine Research Day - April 2, 2008 8:00am-1:00pm
All are welcome to attend the 2nd Annual Women in Medicine Research Day scheduled for Wednesday, April 2, 2008 8 am-1 pm in Lecture Hall 6, HSC Level 3. 8:00 Keynote speaker: Dr. Sally Shumaker, Director of Translational Sciences Institute and Associate Dean for Research at Wake Forest University Medical Center. Keynote address is "Team Leadership: Building and Sustaining Team Science." 9:00 Platform Presentations. 10:00 Poster Session in Galleria. 11:00 Panel Discussion. 12:00 Featured Presentation. The Women in Medicine Program raises awareness of gender disparities in medical training and healthcare and breaks down barriers by fostering leadership skills within the next generation of women in medicine.
Submitted by: Caroline Lazzaruolo/UHMC
07. Culture & Entertainment
1. Sicilian Crossings to America and the Derived Communities
From 1892 to 1924, masses of Sicilians left their homes, made the difficult journey across the Atlantic, and passed through Ellis Island to the New World.
This moving exhibit sheds light on their emigration experience through rare photographs and compelling narrative. One hundred and twenty panels depict the life the immigrants left behind, their arduous ocean crossings, and how they adjusted to their new lives in the United States.
Exhibit runs April 4 to April 13, 2008 at the Charles B. Wang Center.
Monday through Friday, noon to 4:00 pm, Saturdays and Sundays, 1:00 pm to 4:00 pm
All are invited to attend the Opening Reception on Friday, April 4 at 5:00 pm in the Charles B. Wang Center Theatre
Sponsored by the Office of the President and the Center for Italian Studies.
For more information visit: www.stonybrook.edu
http://www.stonybrook.edu
Submitted by: Karen Keeley/UAff
2. EarthStock 2008:April 11 April 18
Stony Brook University celebrates its fifth annual EARTHSTOCK programming series from April 11-April 18, 2008. Recognized by SUNY as an Outstanding Program," the weeklong EarthStock programming series, which this year will span both Stony Brook and Southampton campuses, continues to integrate course curriculum with experiential and out-of-class learning in order to raise awareness and expand student learning of issues related to sustainability and the environment.
This year’s programming features include:
Recognition of Stony Brook Nobel Laureates
Exhibition of Student Research
Sustainability Symposium
Student Parliamentary Debates
Faculty Lecture on Biodiversity, Impact of Climate Change
Discussion Panel on the Intergovernmental Panel for Climate Change
Slide Shows and Films
Lunch and Learn: Environemtnal Toxins & Breast Cancer
Music and Renewable Rock Concerts
Involvement from regional high schools
100 Exhibitors and Vendors
Rubber Duck Races down stony brook
http://www.stonybrook.edu/earthstock
Submitted by: Jeffrey Barnett/Prov
3. 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
4. Seawolves 10K - April 13th
Seawolves 10K - April 13th This event benefits the Stony Brook University Swim Team P.A.W.S. campaign.
The Inaugural Seawolves 10k takes place on the campus of Stony Brook University. The course features a mix of flat and fast sections with some steady climbing and descents. The start and finish area of the 10k will be located in the Kenneth P. LaValle Stadium parking Lot. Maybe you'll catch a glimps of yourself on the Jumbo Tron. Following the Run will be a continental breakfast and the awards ceremony. All runners will receive a commerative t-shirt and goodie bag.
Date: April 13, 2008, Time: 8:00 AM
Individual by 4/1/08: $30.00
Individual by 4/13/08: $35.00
Awards:
Overall Male: Medal and $100.
Overall Female: Medal and $100.
Age Group: 1st - 3rd will received Medals. Age groups from 19 & Under to 75 & Over.
http://triandduit.com/webforms/tad_EventDetail.aspx?EventID=76
Submitted by: David Alexander/Pres
5. Israel at 60 Celebration Reception
THURSDAY, MAY 8th, 3:30 6:00 pm
Charles B. Wang Center Theatre Lobby
$36 General Admission/$100 Patron Seating
Sponsorship and Journal pricing at link below
Dr. Ruth Gruber, Humanitarian and Government Official will be speaking.
http://www.stonybrook.edu/hillel
Submitted by: Jill Zucker/Affl
6. The Cody Comedy Festival - May 14, 2008
To benefit the Cody Center for Autism and Developmental Disabilities at Stony Brook University.
Funny Bone Reception 5:30 to 8:00 pm at the Charles B. Wang Center, Tickets $150, includes admission to comedy show. Other sponsorship packages are available.
Comedy Show 8:30 to 10:30 pm at the Staller Center for the Arts, Tickets $25.
Please join us before the Comedy Show for a VIP sit-down dinner at the Wang Center. While enjoying this elegant pre-show event, an array of silent and live auction prizes will be on display for your bidding pleasure.
The Comedy Show features three of the best comedians on the comedy circuit:
Eddie Brill, Tom Cotter and Joe DeVito.
The Funny Bone Reception and the Comedy show are open to the public, please call 632.4466, or e-mail SBUH-HSC_Events@notes.cc.sunysb.edu. to purchase sponsorship packages or tickets.
Submitted by: Margaret Melzer/HSC
7. The 15th Annual Child Care Cash Bonanza Win $15,000
Stony Brook Child Care will hold it's 15th annual Child Care Cash Bonanza on Thursday, May 1st, 2008 at the Student Activity Center. Tickets are $50.00 each and they may be purchased at the child care center or at the Bursar's Office. A ticket admits two adults for an International coffee, tea and dessert extravaganza. For more information, please call 632-6930 or 632-KIDS.
Submitted by: Patricia Birbiglia/Affl
8. EarthStock 2008: Two Concerts
*Concert on the Green
In celebration of the Earth-Stock 2008 educational programming and festivities, join us for the popular sounds of "Peat Moss & the Fertilizer's" on the Staller Green.
Friday, April 18
Staller Terraces/Green
3:00pm
*Closing Concert - University Cafe
In celebration of the EarthStock 2008 programming and festivities, join us for the acoustic sounds of Jack’s Waterfall.
Friday, April 18
University Cafe
9:30pm
http://www.stonybrook.edu/earthstock
Submitted by: Jeffrey Barnett/Prov
9. Documentary: Terror's AdvocateMonday, March 31, 7:00 pm, Wang Center Theater
Monday, March 31, 7:00 pm, Wang Center Theater
Part of Port Jefferson Documentary Series by Greater Port Jefferson Northern Brookhaven Arts Council
Who defends the undefendable? Filmmaker Barbet Schroeder's probing documentary Terror's Advocate explores the career of Jacques Verges, a notorious defense attorney for some of history's most vilified terrorists, including Carlos the Jackal to Nazi lieutenant Klaus Barbie.
(Barbet Schroeder, 2007, 137 minutes with English subtitles)
http://www.sunysb.edu/wang
Submitted by: Jennifer Iacona/Pres
10. Health Awareness Lecture: The Effective Indications of Acupuncture
By Dr. Yemeng Chen, L.Ac., FICAE, President, New York College of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Vice-Chair, New York State Board for Acupuncture. Dr. Chen will discuss acupuncture efficacy in ancient literature, clinical experience, and recent research; a brief history of its origin in China; its mechanisms from the perspectives of Eastern philosophy and Western physiology; and his personal experience. Sponsored by BSPG.
Wednesday, April 9, 6:30 8:00 pm, Lecture Hall 1
http://www.sunysb.edu/wang
Submitted by: Jennifer Iacona/Pres
11. Wong Flew Over the Cuckoo's NestThursday, April 10, 7:00 pm, Wang Center Theater
Incisive writer and performer Kristina Wong mixes sharp humor and psycology in this swear-to-god-not-autobiographical portrayal of the high incidence of anxiety, depression, and mental illness among Asian American women. Tangling, spinning, and mixing yarns, she asks: Which came first-the sky high suicides of Asian American women? The maddening world? And when the heck do we get to climax?
In collaboration with the Organization of Chinese Americans (Long Island and National), Allstate Foundation, and Asian American Center Bridge.
Reserve your tickets now they are going fast!
Tickets: $10.00 for students & seniors; $15.00 general admission; $25.00 V.I.P.
Thursday, April 10, 7:00 pm, Wang Center Theater
http://www.sunysb.edu/wang
Submitted by: Jennifer Iacona/Pres
12. Buddhism Study & Practice Group Workshop:The Four Sublime Abidings
April 12
The Venerable Dr. Sak Dhammadipa, director of the Cultural & Educational Center of Massachusetts Budhi Siksa Society, will give teaching and meditation instruction on the Four Sublime Abidings (cattaro brahmavihara) that accompany spiritual development: Loving kindness (metta), compassion (karuna), sympathetic joy (mudita), and equanimity (upekkha). Sponsored by BSPG.
Please arrive early and bring your meditation cushion.
Free for students $20 teacher's donation suggested for non-students
To register, contact Sheila asriversflow@yahoo.com
Saturday, April 12, 9:00 am2:30 pm, Wang Center, Room 301
http://www.sunysb.edu/wang
Submitted by: Jennifer Iacona/Pres
13. Pratima: Reflection: Nrityagram Dance Ensemble
Direct from India, the world-renowned Nrityagram Dance Ensemble performs their new piece "Pratima: Reflection." This stunning ensemble of dancers transports viewers to enchanted worlds of spirituality with the sensuous flow of Odissi, the oldest of India's classical dance forms. Co-sponsored with the Center for India Studies and India Focus Group.
Tickets going fast!
Tickets: $10 for students and seniors; $15 for general admission; $25 VIP
Sunday, April 13, 6:00 pm, Wang Theater
ALSO: Odissi Dance Workshop, Monday, April 14, 1:30 pm to 3:30 pm
Free with purchase of concert ticket, otherwise $10.00 for all.
http://www.sunysb.edu/wang
Submitted by: Jennifer Iacona/Pres
14. Who is Asia America? Deadline for proposal due today!
Through ritual and conceptual performances, human tableaus and sculptures, and live art the Wang Center comes alive with a plethora of performance art "happenings" that explore and explode the complexity, wealth, diversity, humor, and nuanced musings about Asian American identity, history, and cultures. Curated by Sunita S. Mukhi, Veronica Pena, and Jennifer Iacona. For more information please go to our website.
http://www.sunysb.edu/wang
Submitted by: Jennifer Iacona/Pres
15. Career Women's Luncheon - April 10th, 12:00 noon
Erika Duncan, Director of "Herstory Writers Workshop" will be the speaker. "Herstory" is a community memoir writing project for women. They come from all walks of life. Do not miss this excellent program.
Make payment of $8.50 before April 4th as follows: Lorraine Anderson
2-6105, Alba Beltran 2-6024, Lucille Meci 2-8260, Betty Ahner 4-3423/3161, Augusta Kuhn 2-7280, Ann Joachim 2-9311.
It will be held in the Student Activities Center, Ballroom B.
Submitted by: Augusta Kuhn/CAS
16. Guitar virtuoso and master singer-songwriter Jack Williams coming toThe University Cafe Sunday April 27th 2 P.M.
"Jack and his music are an American treasure," said Mickey Newbury, who Jack accompanied for many years as his guitarist. William's eclectic approach, reminiscent of Ry Cooder, draws upon folk, blues, country and jazz to create a distinctive style. His forthcoming CD,
Don't Look Back, demonstrates William's ease in a host of genres.
Peter Yarrow called Williams "the best guitar player I've ever heard" and audiences at the major folk festivals have created a strong word of mouth for this unique and powerful performer.
Advance sale now at www.universitycafe.org until April 24th. at the reduced rate of $17.00, without any service charge.
Coming Sunday May 4th at 2 P.M. - Garnet Rogers
Also, Saturday, May 24th at 7:30 P.M. - Bob Dylan's 67th Birthday celebration with The Kennedys, Pat Wictor, and Johnny Cuomo
Information via www.universitycafe.org or by e mail: sundaystreetwusb@aol.com
http://www.universitycafe.org
Submitted by: Charles Backfish/CAS
08. For-Pay Workshops/Courses
1. Geriatric Care Management Education and Training Workshops
The Schools of Social Welfare and Nursing at Stony Brook University are sponsoring four Geriatric Care Management Education and Training Workshops at the Long Island State Veterans Home at Stony Brook University from May 5th through 8th, 2008. The workshop titles are: (1) New Profile of Aging (2) Elder Law, Ethics, Finance and Housing (3) Family Relationships and Changing Care Needs (4) Health & Wellness. These workshops are designed for social workers, nurses, attorneys, paralegals, health professionals, senior advocates and those who work with older adults in government agencies.
The tuition for each individual workshop is $100. However, those who participate in all four workshops receive a $100 discount ($300 for all four workshops) and will be awarded a Certificate of Achievement in Geriatric Care Management.
For additional information, call 631/444-3142 or email Mamie Gladden at Mgladden@notes.cc.sunysb.edu
Submitted by: Thomas Cassidy/HSC
09. Research
1. 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 $1,700 plus transportation expenses.
Submitted by: Diane Ruenes/UHMC
2. Effect of Pioglitazone on the course of new onset Type I Diabetes
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
3. Seeking Volunteers With A History Of Asthma
18 to 65 years of age, 10 years smoke free taking a steroid inhaler daily for the past 6 months to participate in an 8 week study on the effectiveness of mindfulness meditation on asthma. You will be taught mindfulness meditation techniques such as sitting meditation, body scan meditation, walking meditation. Compensation of up to $100 will be paid upon your completion of this study
For further information please call: 631-444-1200
Submitted by: Diane Ruenes/UHMC
4. Seeking Volunteers with Cystic Fibrosis
18 years of age or older to participate in a 28 week research study to examine the efficacy of IGF-1 treatment to maintain or improve body weight and composition.
This Study is Being Conducted at the General Clinical Research Center (GCRC)
For More Information, Please Call 631 444-6900
Submitted by: Diane Ruenes/UHMC
5. Crack or cocaine problems?
Brookhaven National Laboratory
Crack and cocaine users needed, fee paid
Also 18-55 years old in good health for participation in brain imaging medical research.
Confidentiality maintained. Transportation provided.
1-888-352-7380
Submitted by: Diane Ruenes/UHMC
6. Brookhaven National LaboratoryRelationship Conflict Study
Brain Imaging and Medical Research
Male Participants Needed
Must be 18-50 years old, in good health, and currently married or cohabitating.
Confidentiality maintained. Transportation provided.
Call to see if you qualify
Patricia A. Woicik, Ph.D.
Neuropsychoimaging Group
Brookhaven National Laboratory
Bldg 490, Upton, NY 11973-5000
(631) 344-4472
Submitted by: Diane Ruenes/UHMC
7. Not getting along with your partner?
Researchers at Stony Brook University are looking for married or cohbiting couples to participate in a relationship behavior survey.
Eligible couples will attend the research lab together for one session, and complete questionnaires and interviews.
Each person will be paid $35 for participation ($70 per couple)
You may be eligible if you are married or have been living together for at least one year and aren't getting along with your partner or have been arguing frequently.
Call now: (631) 632-7850 (ask for Anita)
Submitted by: Anita Jose/GST
10. Miscellaneous
1. Seawolves Summe Camps at Stony Brook
Stony Brook Athletics provides quality overnight or full day sport programs directed by NCAA Division I college coaches. Each camper is given the opportunity to receive instruction from the top college players in the game today. The Seawolves sports camps are tailored to campers of all skill levels and abilities so that children have the opportunity to progress at their own rate. We offer Baseball, Softball, Boys Lacrosse, Millon Lacrosse, Boys Soccer, Boys Basketball, Football, Girls Basketball, Girls Lacrosse, Girls Soccer, Strength and Conditioning, Tennis, and Volleyball Camp. Please call for our brochures or visit our website. Open Houses are all located in the Sports Complex on Saturday mornings from 9AM to 12PM for the following dates: March 15th, April 12th, and May 17th, 2008.
http://www.stonybrook.edu/summercamps
Submitted by: Janice Maggio/Pres
2. 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: March 15th, April 12th, May17th, 2008.
http://www.stonybrook.edu/summercamps
Submitted by: Janice Maggio/Pres
3. English Tutoring - Free!
Improve your English Speaking skills, or Reading and Writing Skills. Free service! You will work with a volunteer tutor in meeting your goals right here on Campus or in the Hospital. Contact The Stony Brook Adult Literacy Center, Cindy Brodsky, e-mail Cindy.Brodsky@stonybrook.edu.
Submitted by: Cindy Brodsky/UHMC
4. French classes and exam preparations for elementary and middle school students in StonyBrook University ($15 per 45 minute class)
SchoolPlus offers intermediate and advanced classes in French language, preparation to the Regents exams, Second language Proficiency Exams and AP, by native speaker, professional teacher.
Also English and Russian languages; Mathematics -8 levels ages 5-15, Physics -2 levels
ages 10-15, Art ages 5-10 and enrichment program for 3-4 years olds. Classes held on Sundays at Stony Brook University.
Teachers include the leading specialists from Stony Brook University and Brookhaven National Lab.
The tuition is $15/45 minute class
New session will begin on March 30, 2008
Registration is open online:
http://www.schoolplusstonybrook.org/
Contact information: e-mail: schoolplus_sb@yahoo.com,
Phone: (631) 615-4215 (ask Marina Polonskaia - director of the program)
http://www.schoolplusstonybrook.org/
Submitted by: Alexandre Abanov/CAS
5. Campus Weekly Flea Market - CD's, eyeglasses, crafts, and more!
The Faculty Student Association and Department of Facilities Operations for the SAC & SBU invite all students, faculty, and staff to join us on April 3, 2008 for our largest flea market of the year. Vendors will range from Apple Computers to Bank of America. Our market is open in the SAC Lobby every Thursday from 10AM - 6PM. Questions on the market may be directed to the SAC Reservations Office at 631.632.4591.
http://studentaffairs.stonybrook.edu/facilities/
Submitted by: Howard Gunston/OSA
6. Auxiliary's New & Used Sale - March 31
The Auxiliary is holding a New & Used Sale on Monday, March 31 in the vendor area of the hospital by the cafeteria and deli. We have something for everyone, including a lot of baby items this time! Please stop by.
Submitted by: Patricia O'Brien/UHMC