Campus Announcements for the week of 08/04/2008
Table of Contents
01. Administrative
1. Attention all Lotus Notes users who have the Notes 8 Client installed.
03. Workshops/Courses/Training
1. Hospital Lawson Requisition Training
04. Conferences/Seminars/Lectures
1. Mechanical Engineering Seminar: Fabrication and Applications of Micro Lens Array. Wednesday, August 6, 2008
2. Mechanical Engineering Seminar: Synthesis of Carbon Nanocoils. Thursday, August 7, 2008
3. "What is RACE? The Cultural, Social, and Scientific Bases of Human Race"
4. The Faculty Director Lectures - Assessing Student Learning: What Works? - All faculty and staff invited.
5. Learning Architect Candidate Presentation I: All faculty and staff invited.
6. Assessment Candidate Presentation: All faculty and staff invited.
7. Learning Architect Candidate Presentation II: All faculty and staff invited.
05. Hosp/HSC Conferences/Seminars/Lectures
1. The Women in Medicine Program presents "Create Tomorrow: What is the Problem for Women?"
06. Charitable
1. Clothing Bins Help the Cause Please Donate
2. Fall Fashion Festival
07. Culture & Entertainment
1. Music at Southampton - Sustainable Treasures Concert SeriesPatrick Carfizzi, bass-baritone, and Kathleen Kelly, piano
2. Seawolves All-Sports Pass
3. Campus Recreation Kayak Trip (August 11)
4. Sunday Street Acoustic Concert series at The University Cafe announces Fall, 2008 schedule
08. For-Pay Workshops/Courses
1. Introduction to Microsoft Excel
2. Advanced Microsoft Excel: Module I
3. Managing Data with Access
4. Advanced Access
5. Exploring Macromedia FLASH MX
6. Microsoft PowerPoint
7. Weight Watchers Informational Meeting Tuesday August 12
8. Introduction to Microsoft Word
9. Advanced Word Modules I-IV
09. Research
1. Seeking Healthy VolunteersIn A Research Study On The Safety And Tolerability Of Poly-Mva
2. Study Of Hiv+/Aids And Chromium Picolinate
3. Not getting along with your partner?
4. Are You Overweight?
10. Miscellaneous
1. Fitness and Nature Walk through the Ashley Schiff Preserve, Wednesdays at 7:30 a.m.
2. Seawolves Sports Summer Camps632-4550
3. Books and Records for sale
01. Administrative
1. Attention all Lotus Notes users who have the Notes 8 Client installed.
DoIT is in the process of ugrading the mail templates for all users who have the Notes 8 Client installed on their work computers. When this is done you will notice a slight difference in the look of Lotus Notes. Please visit our website for information about what is different.
http://clientsupport.stonybrook.edu/public/notes/whatsnew.shtml
Submitted by: Kim Rant/DoIT
03. Workshops/Courses/Training
1. Hospital Lawson Requisition Training
Lawson Requisition Training Classes will be held on a weekly basis, to see available dates please click on the calendar link:
http://uhmc-iweb1.uhmc.sunysb.edu/lawsonsupport/index_files/Page909.htm
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All classes will be held in the Lawson Training Room #797, Level One, right next to the Blue Elevators. To schedule for any of these classes please contact Michele Thomas, Lawson Support Specialist, Ext. 4-7805. There will be 2 parts covered in these classes, the first half will cover ordering from any of the Storerooms in the Hospital and the second half will cover ordering from an outside Vendor. I suggest that all new hospital employees and/or if you are interested in taking a refresher course, please contact us to attend one of these classes.
Submitted by: Michele Thomas/UHMC
04. Conferences/Seminars/Lectures
1. Mechanical Engineering Seminar: Fabrication and Applications of Micro Lens Array. Wednesday, August 6, 2008
Please join us for a Seminar by Dr. Jhy-Cherng Tsai, Associate Professor from National Chung-Hsing University. Professor Tsai's lecture entitled, "Fabrication and Applications of Micro Lens Array," will be presented on Wednesday, August 6th, at 11:00am, Engineering Building Room 301. For additional information, please contact the Mechanical Engineering department at 632-8300. Please visit the link below to view the Abstract and Biography.
http://me.eng.sunysb.edu/seminars.php
Submitted by: Melissa Castelbuono/CEAS
2. Mechanical Engineering Seminar: Synthesis of Carbon Nanocoils. Thursday, August 7, 2008
Please join us for a Seminar by Dr. Shuo Hung Chang, Professor from National Taiwan University. Professor Chang's lecture entitled, "Synthesis of Carbon Nanocoils," will be presented on Thursday, August 7th, at 11:00am, Engineering Building Room 301. For additional information, please contact the Mechanical Engineering department at 632-8300. Please visit the link below to view the Abstract and Biography.
http://me.eng.sunysb.edu/seminars.php
Submitted by: Melissa Castelbuono/CEAS
3. "What is RACE? The Cultural, Social, and Scientific Bases of Human Race"
Open to all: "What is RACE? The Cultural, Social, and Scientific Bases of Human Race" Are there multiple human races? What are the cultural and social norms by which humans define their uniqueness and differences? What are the scientific and genetic bases of human race? What are the implications of genetic differences in medicine and pharmaceutical applications? Is there a pure human race? by Mala R. Chinoy, PhD, MBA. Tuesday, August 5, 2008 at 3:00-4:00 pm in Lecture Hall 2, HSC. Contact: Caroline Lazzaruolo, Office of Faculty Affairs, 638-2005(caroline.lazzaruolo@stonybrook.edu)
Submitted by: Caroline Lazzaruolo/UHMC
4. The Faculty Director Lectures - Assessing Student Learning: What Works? - All faculty and staff invited.
Wednesday, August 6 from 11am to noon. Melville Library, Javits Room, E-2340.
Assessing Student Learning: What Works?, by Dr. Hong Lin, manager of Faculty Development at the Institute for Teaching and Learning Excellence, Oklahoma State University.
At a time when faculty are expected to demonstrate that student learning outcomes are met, traditional assessment, such as multiple-choice tests, is under increasing scrutiny and criticism. To overcome the problems in traditional assessment, alternative methods, such as project-based learning, offer a variety of flexible assessment measures. This presentation discusses in detail available alternative assessment strategies for faculty and the challenges of using such strategies in classroom settings. It is hoped that the presentation will lead to an extensive discussion with attendees sharing experiences and generating ideas of their own.
Submitted by: Theresa Ogazon/DoIT
5. Learning Architect Candidate Presentation I: All faculty and staff invited.
Monday, August 4, 2008, 1:30 pm, Wang Center, Meeting Room 101.
Using Inquiry-based and Active Learning in the Classroom - Practical Demonstrations, by Dr. Pelham Mead, Educational Technology Specialist at St John’s University.
Part I.: Cold Case or CSI The Alexander Hamilton Murder
Part II.: Smoking Cessation an online Collaborative Unit for Student Nurses
Part III.: Native American Wampum
Submitted by: Theresa Ogazon/DoIT
6. Assessment Candidate Presentation: All faculty and staff invited.
Tuesday, August 5, 2008, 9:30 am, Wang Center, Meeting Room 101.
Assessing Your Own Teaching Effectiveness, by Ying Xiong, recent graduate of the University of Illinois at Chicago in the areas of measurement, evaluation, statistics, and assessment.
The assessment of teaching can benefit both the learning outcomes of the students, and the professional development of the instructors. Student course evaluation is just one of the many tools you can use to assess your own teaching. This presentation will extend your understanding of teaching assessment and walk you through the whole process of selecting the suitable tools to obtain information you need to improve the teaching and learning experience for both you and your students.
Submitted by: Theresa Ogazon/DoIT
7. Learning Architect Candidate Presentation II: All faculty and staff invited.
Wednesday, August 6, 2008, 2:00 pm, Melville Library, Javits Room, E2340.
Cognitive apprenticeship - teaching the implicit processes that experts use to carry out complex tasks, by Dr. Guohua Pan, Instructional Design Coordinator with the University of Virginia.
Cognitive apprenticeship is a method of teaching the implicit processes that an expert uses to carry out complex tasks. Cognitive apprenticeship is to bring these tacit process into the open, makes learning activity visible to the apprentice by focusing on cognitive and metacognitive skills, i.e., thinking process (Collins, Brown, & Newman, 1987, p. 4). The apprentice is effectively guided through modeling, coaching, scaffolding, and fading (Collins, Brown, & Holum, 1991). This presentation defines the concept of cognitive apprenticeship, describes how pedagogy of cognitive apprenticeship may be applied for effective teaching and learning.
Submitted by: Theresa Ogazon/DoIT
05. Hosp/HSC Conferences/Seminars/Lectures
1. The Women in Medicine Program presents "Create Tomorrow: What is the Problem for Women?"
Open to all SOM Women Faculty: "Create Tomorrow: What is the Problem for Women?" The ability to negotiate is not a luxury but a necessity to advance professionally. Is there a double standard? Are women and men judged differently when they speak their minds? Do women professionals get punished for asking for what they want? How does a woman successfully ask without provoking hostile responses? What is power? What is perceived power versus actual power and how to leverage it during negotiations? by Mala R. Chinoy, PhD, MBA. Tuesday, August 5, 2008 at 5:00-7:30 pm in the hospital cafeteria dining area. RSVP to: Caroline Lazzaruolo, Office of Faculty Affairs, 638-2005(caroline.lazzaruolo@stonybrook.edu)
Submitted by: Caroline Lazzaruolo/UHMC
06. Charitable
1. Clothing Bins Help the Cause Please Donate
Through its clothing recycling program, Breast Cancer Help, Inc. has placed a pink clothing bin on the grounds of the Ambulatory Care Pavilion opposite the entrance of the Carol Baldwin Breast Care Center. The proceeds from the bin will assist Breast Cancer Help, Inc. in its efforts in the fight against breast cancer. Breast Cancer Help, Inc., along with a grant from State Senator Caesar Trunzo, purchased the first digital mammography system on Long Island located at Stony Brook University Hospital. Please donate generously.
Submitted by: Victoria Irwin/UHMC
2. Fall Fashion Festival
Tickets are now on sale for the 8th annual event. Thursday, October 16 from 6:30 to 10:30 PM at Villa Lombardi's. Ticket $60 includes cocktail hour (cash bar), DJ, live entertainment, "Your Choice" auction, Parade of Survivors and our legendary fashion show, featuring (new-to-the-runway) COO Bruce Solomon, Administrator Rose Cardin, Drs. O'Hea, Chalas, Lu, Kudelka and a few surprises.
Tickets sell out fast, so make your reservations soon.
http://www.fallfashionfestival.com
Submitted by: Linda Bily/UHMC
07. Culture & Entertainment
1. Music at Southampton - Sustainable Treasures Concert SeriesPatrick Carfizzi, bass-baritone, and Kathleen Kelly, piano
Join us Thursday, August 7 for the fifth concert of the series.
Patrick Carfizzi, bass-baritone, and Kathleen Kelly, piano -- This American bass-baritone has performed regularly with the Metropolitan Opera since his 1999-2000 debut. The Denver Post praised him for his "star presence, keen sense of theatricality and incredibly versatile, expressive voice."
Concert takes place at 8:00 pm in the Avram Theater at Stony Brook Southampton. For more information visit stonybrook.edu/treasures or call 631-632-8000.
http://www.stonybrook.edu/treasures
Submitted by: Karen Keeley/UAff
2. Seawolves All-Sports Pass
The Seawolves All-Sports Pass gets you right into the action of all the Seawolves Sports! And each pass is only $125 for guaranteed seats to every game, which is over $400 in savings! To purchase your All-Sports Pass contact the Seawolves Ticket Office at 631-632-4513 or send us an email at SeawolvesTickets@stonybrook.edu
http://goseawolves.cstv.com/auto_pdf/p_hotos/s_chools/ston/genrel/auto_pdf/08-faculty-staff-allsports
Submitted by: John Vardell/Pres
3. Campus Recreation Kayak Trip (August 11)
The Department of Campus Recreation will be organizing one more kayak trip in Port Jefferson Harbor on Monday, August 11th @ 10:30am (time may vary due to tide schedule). Registration Fee is $25.00 per person/trip which includes kayak rental and lunch. Undergraduate students registered for summer classes are free. This trip is for beginner/intermediate kayakers in good health and will be approximately 4 to 5 hours in length. Only students, faculty & staff of the University are eligible to participate. Registration is limited to 8 double kayaks or 16 participants. For more information, please contact David Hairston at 632-7120.
http://studentaffairs.stonybrook.edu/rec/index.shtml
Submitted by: David Hairston/Pres
4. Sunday Street Acoustic Concert series at The University Cafe announces Fall, 2008 schedule
Our fifth season of Sunday afternnon shows at the University Cafe, co-sponsored by WUSB-FM.
Advance sale tickets now available at www.universitycafe.org at a significant savings for these upcoming shows:
Sunday, October 5th 2 P.M. - Blues/folk/jazz vocalist Eilen Jewel and her band; Phil Minissale will open
Sunday, October 19th 2 P.M. - Roots/rocker Marshall Crenshaw
Sunday, November 2nd 2 P.M. - Terence Martin and Catherine MacLellan
Sunday, November 9th 2 P.M. - Folk legend Mary McCaslin and Mustard's Retreat
Sunday, December 7th 2 P.M. - Holiday concert with Sloan Wainwright and special guest, Lucy Wainwright Roche
Advance sale discount tickets at www.universitycafe.org (no service charge)
Information inquiries via e mail to SundayStreetWUSB@aol.com
http://www.universitycafe.org
Submitted by: Charles Backfish/CAS
08. For-Pay Workshops/Courses
1. Introduction to Microsoft Excel
NCE 314 - 5 sessions - Fee: $259
This introductory course demonstrates the power and ease that makes Microsoft Excel the most-widely used spreadsheet application for office and home financial planning. Accountants, office managers, budget managers, even the family financial planner, will benefit from learning the basics of Excel. Topics include: basics of spreadsheet design, entering data, editing, formatting and printing worksheets, and implementing formulae and functions. The course emphasizes hands-on exercises to reinforce lessons.
Prerequisite: Introduction to Windows or equivalent experience.
For a full description of this class, and to register go to SPD Website at
http://www.stonybrook.edu/spd/computer
10% discount for University employees and Students. CSEA LEAP Vouchers accepted
Section D: Wednesdays, 6pm-9pm; September 3, 10, 17, 24 & October 1, 2008
Section E: Mondays, 10am-1pm; October 20 & 27, November 3, 10 & 17, 2008
Submitted by: Amy Margolies/Prov
2. Advanced Microsoft Excel: Module I
NCE 314.1 - 2 sessions - Fee: $109
This course, along with the other advanced Excel modules listed, focus on specific functions available in the program and is particularly useful for accountants and budget managers. This special topics course covers graphing and advanced functions.
Prerequisite: Introduction to Microsoft Excel or equivalent experience.
10% discount University employees and students, CSEA LEAP Vouchers accepted
To register go to SPD Website Registration Form at
http://www.stonybrook.edu/spd/career/registration.html
For questions call 632-7022
Section D: Wednesdays, 6pm-9pm; October 15 & 22, 2008
Section E: Mondays, 10am-1pm; Nobemver 24 & December 1, 2008
Submitted by: Amy Margolies/Prov
3. Managing Data with Access
NCE 317 - 5 sessions - Fee: $259
This course offers an introduction to the most widely used database management program. An integral and powerful part of the Microsoft Office suite, Access aids budget managers,accountants, and office managers by efficiently organizing customer and inventory nformation. Topics include how to create databases, forms, filters and reports.
Prerequisite: Introduction to Windows or equivalent experience.
For a full description of this class, and to register go to SPD Website at
http://www.stonybrook.edu/spd/computer
For questions call 632-7022
10% discount for University employees, Spouses and Students. CSEA LEAP Vouchers accepted
Section D: Thursdays, 6pm-9pm; September 4, 11, 18, 25 & October 2, 2008
Section E: Mondays, 1:30pm-4:30pm; October 20 & 27, November 3, 10 & 17, 2008
Submitted by: Amy Margolies/Prov
4. Advanced Access
NCE 317.1 - 4 sessions - Fee: $209
Add power to you database by creating custom forms, reports and advanced techniques with tables, queries and macros. There will be a review of using relational databases and mastering relationships.
For a full description of this class, and to register go to SPD Website at
http://www.stonybrook.edu/spd/computer
For questions call 632-7022
10% discount for University employees, spouses, and Students. CSEA LEAP Vouchers accepted
CSEA LEAP Vouchers accepted
Section D: Thursdays, 6pm-9pm; October 16, 23, 30 & November 6, 2008
Section E: Mondays, 1:30pm-4:30pm; November 24; December 1, 8 & 15, 2008
Submitted by: Amy Margolies/Prov
5. Exploring Macromedia FLASH MX
Macromedia Flash is the professional standard for producing high-impact Web experiences. Focus is on creating animation for the Web. This course will guide students through fundamentals of animation such as Flash drawing, story boarding, creating layers, key framing, character animation, and creating interactive animation. Students will have a thorough understanding of Flash basics, plus the know-how to build Flash projects incorporating sound, interactivity, and engaging animations.
Required Text: Macromedia Flash MX for Windows and Macintosh: A Visual Quickstart Guide by Katherine Ulrich, retail: $24.99. Cost of text is not included in course fee. Students must bring textbook to the first class meeting.
10% discount University employees and students, CSEA LEAP Vouchers accepted
To register go to
http://www.stonybrook.edu/spd/career/registration.html
For questions call 632-7022
Section D: Wednesdays, 6pm-9pm; September 10, 17 & 24; October 1, 15, 22 & 29; November 5, 12, 19 & 26, 2008
Submitted by: Amy Margolies/Prov
6. 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 C: Thursdays, 6pm-9pm; September 4, 11, 18 & 25; October 2, 2008
10% discount University employees and students, CSEA LEAP Vouchers accepted
Visit our website at www.stonybrook.edu/spd/computer for registration information
Submitted by: Amy Margolies/Prov
7. Weight Watchers Informational Meeting Tuesday August 12
Have you ever wondered what Weight Watchers is all about? Come hear about a highly successful weight reduction program and sensible eating habits. An informational meeting is scheduled for Tuesday August 12 at 1:00 PM in conference room 1-748. Level 1 blue elevators, turn left. A new 17 week session is now forming, and will being soon. Questions? Email or call Debbie Hoope, 42678.
Submitted by: Deborah Hooper/UHMC
8. Introduction to Microsoft Word
NCE 316 - 5 sessions - Fee: $259
This course provides an introduction to the most popular word processing program. Streamline workflow by learning shortcuts. Topics include: creating, saving, editing and printing a document, spell check, thesaurus, search and replace, and moving text.
Prerequisite: Introduction to Windows or equivalent experience.
For a full description of this class, and to register go to SPD Website at
http://www.stonybrook.edu/spd/computer
For questions call 632-7022
10% discount for University employees, spouces, and Students. CSEA LEAP Vouchers accepted
Section B: Tuesdays, 6pm-9pm; September 9, 16, 23; October 7 & 14, 2008
Submitted by: Amy Margolies/Prov
9. Advanced Word Modules I-IV
The Advanced Word Modules I-IV will cover topics ranging from multiple document management, mail merge, mass mailings, tables and document forms, mailing labels and envelopes, footnotes, document generation, paragraph numbering, and picture and file insertion.
Each Advanced Module is two sessions for three hours each.
For individual module specifics including dates, registration requirements and prices visit our website at www.stonybrook.edu/spd/computer
10% discount for University employees, spouses and students, CSEA LEAP Vouchers accepted.
Submitted by: Amy Margolies/Prov
09. Research
1. Seeking Healthy VolunteersIn A Research Study On The Safety And Tolerability Of Poly-Mva
Looking for Healthy Adults between 18 and 65 years of age, non-smoker or 5 years smoke free to participate in a research study on the safety and tolerability of Poly-MVA (Minerals, Vitamins, Amino acids) over a 9-15 week period. This study is being conducted at the General Clinical Research Center (GCRC)For More Information, Please Contact, Susan Fiore at 631-444-9425.
Submitted by: Diane Ruenes/UHMC
2. 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
3. Not getting along with your partner?
Researchers at Stony Brook University are looking for 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) AND will recieve referrals for therapy.
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)
Or email: stonybrook_relationshipstudy@yahoo.com (Include your name and phone number)
Submitted by: Anita Jose/GST
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 Medical Center . Participants will be compensated up to $750.00
For More Information Please Call 631-444 3740
Submitted by: Diane Ruenes/UHMC
10. Miscellaneous
1. Fitness and Nature Walk through the Ashley Schiff Preserve, Wednesdays at 7:30 a.m.
Discover the miles of woodland trails that run through the Stony Brook campus. Every Wednesday morning, Friends of the Ashley Schiff Park Preserve sponsor a 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: Sharon Pavulaan/CEAS
2. Seawolves Sports Summer Camps632-4550
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
3. Books and Records for sale
We have hundreds of books and a large collection of big band era and jazz record albums for sale. Most items are $.50 or $1.00. Come to the third floor stacks, Main Circulation Services in the Frank Melville Jr. Memorial Library, and find some great treasures.
Submitted by: David Weiner/Lib