Campus Announcements for the week of 03/29/2004
Table of Contents
01. Administrative (dept moves/closes, employee info, Admin announcements)
1. Summer Employment with the Research Foundation - Faculty and Staff
2. Graduate Student Employee Health Insurance During The Summer
3. Senior Leadership and Service Awards Nominations Now Being Accepted!
4. Nominations for Elizabeth Couey Award 2004 now being accepted!
5. Educational Technologies Audio Visual Service Counter closed April 5 - 8 (Spring Break)
02. Hosp/HSC Admin Announcements
1. NEW Master Public Health Degree Program
03. Workshops/Courses/Training (work related; HR, EAP, DoIT, etc...)
1. Employee Assistance Program Supervisory Training - Qualities of An Effective Supervisor
2. SBU Employee Occupational Safety Training is Now Available!
3. Eureka! I've Made a Discovery
4. Career Center Workshop "Strategies of Highly Successful Women" Tuesday, March 30 at 4:30 PM, Old Chem, Women's Studies Colloquium Center
04. Conferences/Seminars/Lectures
1. Oceans and Atmosphere Colloquium, April 2, 2004.
2. Topics in Atmospheric and Oceanic Sciences Seminar
3. Discover the "Mysteries of the Mind" on TODAY at the Eighth Annual Swartz Foundation Mind/Brain Lecture
4. A Gathering of Science Scholars - Access for Underrepresented Students in the Biological, Engineering and Applied Sciences Friday, April 30th
5. Crystals and the Fabric of Space and Time
6. New York's Artifical Reefs
7. Department of Biochemistry & Cell Biology Seminar
8. Doctoral Defenses this week
9. Career Women's Luncheon - April 15th
10. Ecology and Evolution Seminar
11. Department of Physiology and Biophysics Seminar
12. Premedical/Medical Conference Held at NYCOM by theNational Boricua Latino Health Organization
13. Executive Leadership And Cultural Diversity Meeting
14. Jeanine Anderson, Cornell University (Rockefeller Fellow, Latin American Caribbean Studies, SUNY Stony Brook), Tuesday, March 30, 5:00 PM, Harriman 214.
15. Laurence Baxter Memorial Lecture
16. Graduate School Colloquium: "Breast Cancer on Long Island" 03/29/2004, 4:30 pm at University Cafe in Student Union
17. The Award winning documentary: Famingville
05. Hosp/HSC Conferences/Seminars/Lectures
1. Psychiatry Grand Rounds
06. Charitable (Habitat, Blood drives, Cats, etc...)
1. Habitat for Humanity Fund
2. Donations Sought for the 1st Annual National Pediatric Multiple Sclerosis Center Fine Art and Antique Auction
3. Register Now for May 1st "Witness Walk" - a breast cancer awareness event of the Witness Project of LI
4. April 3 - Huge Yard Sale & Flea Market to Benefit Habitat
07. Entertainment (Sports, Movies, Events, etc...)
1. Handel's opera Agrippina at Staller Center April 16 and 18
2. Summer Camp at Stony Brook 632-4550 June 28 - August 20, 2004
3. The 11th Annual Child Care Cash Bonanza Win $15,000
4. Campus Recreation Golf Tournament
5. 2004 Stony Brook Girls Soccer Camp - July 19th to 23rd
6. Cody Comedy Festival - Friday, May 14, 2004
7. WIN a Raffle prize of airline tickets, spa membership or an overnight stay!
8. Seawolves Home Athletic Events This Week
9. Karvaan (Shadows in the Dark) Tuesday, March 30, 7:00 p.m., Wang Center Theatre, $5 general admission; students free
10. Earthstock 2004
11. "To Dream Tomorrow", a film about the life of Ada Byron Lovelace - Wednesday, March 31, 1-2PM, Javits 102
12. Annual Campus Life Awards for Excellence in Leadership & Involvement
08. For-Pay Workshops/Courses (SPD, etc...)
1. 2154 - Implementing and Administering Microsoft Windows 2000 Directory Services
2. Summer Sessions Welcomes Visiting Students
09. Research (Studies, Testing, etc...)
1. Long Island Database Project - Volunteers Needed
2. Are You Depressed? We Can Help!
3. "Why Do Kids Do What They Do?"
4. Free Help For Mothers Of 2-3 Year Olds
5. Parenting Toddlers Study
6. Select - Selenium And Vitamin E Cancer Prevention Trial.
7. Alzheimer's Disease Trial At SUNY Stony Brook.
8. Seeking Volunteers - Men And Women 18 Years Of Age And Older With A Diagnosis Of HIV+ and/or AIDS.
9. Do You Have A Frozen Shoulder?
10. How Do You Manage Your Stress During Pregnancy?
11. Research Volunteers Wanted At The General Clinical Research Center, Stony Brook University Hospital.
12. Brookhaven National Labs(BNL) - Imaging Studies - 20 Yrs+ Volunteers
13. Are you taking Cholestrol lowering medication?
14. Did you ever wonder why some people get stressed out more easily than others?
10. Miscellaneous
1. Counting Carbs?
2. Asian American Faculty Staff Association Monthly Meeting, Scheduled for April 2nd, 6:00-7:30 p.m., Wang Center All Are Welcome
3. Twelfth Annual Biotechnology Expo
4. Women's History Month Exhibition Masquerade:Roles Women Play
01. Administrative (dept moves/closes, employee info, Admin announcements)
1. Summer Employment with the Research Foundation - Faculty and Staff
Human Resource Services has posted some very useful information about summer employment, through the Research Foundation. Whether you are a faculty member doing research or need to hire students for the summer months, just look for the yellow stamp on our home page. You will find guidelines for hiring temporary summer Project Aides and information for faculty appointments on RF for the summer.
http://www.stonybrook.edu/hr
Submitted by: Rick Sadetsky/Admin
2. Graduate Student Employee Health Insurance During The Summer
If you would like to continue your Graduate Student Employee Health Insurance for the summer, please go to your department coordinator for the Continuation of Graduate Student Employee Health Insurance enrollment packet or visit the Stony Brook University Human Resource Services web-page at this URL: www.stonybrook.edu/hr
Submitted by: Lisa Coleman/Admin
3. Senior Leadership and Service Awards Nominations Now Being Accepted!
The Senior Leadership & Service Awards are given to graduating seniors who have made an outstanding contribution to campus life by making a difference in the lives of other Stony Brook Community members. NomOnly seniors who plan to graduate this calendar year (May, August, or December 2004) are eligible. Need a cum gpa of 2.5 and nominees must have demonstrated their leadership and/or service through tangible contributions to the University. Nominator's need to provide: Nominee's name, Solar ID Number, Campus Address, Permanent address, Academic Major, Co-curricular involvement, A statement indicating why the nominee should receive the Award. and Cumulative Grade Point Average. Submit nominations to: Maria Terrana, Assistant Director, Student Activities, Student Activities Center, Suite 219, Z=2800 no later than Friday, April 30, 2004. Any questions call Maria Terrana, 2-9392.
Submitted by: Maria Terrana/OSA
4. Nominations for Elizabeth Couey Award 2004 now being accepted!
The Couey Award was established in 1974 in memory of Stony Brook's first Coordinator of Student Activities.
The Criteria are: Only seniors who plan to graduate this calendar year (May, August, or December 2004) are eligible, must have a minimum cumulative grade point average of 2.0, must have made outstanding contributions towards the improvement and growth of student affairs and student programs at Stony Brook and must exemplify Elizabeth Couey's unique qualities, which include the ability to listen with understanding, guide without boundaries, give and take with love and grow with each passing day.
Nominators are asked to supply the following information: Nominee's name and Solar ID number, Campus Address, Permanent address, Academic Major/Cumulative Grade Point Average, Co-Curricular involvement, a statement indicating why the nominee should receive the Award.
Submit nominations to: Maria Terrana, Assistant Director of Student Activities, SAC, Suite 219, Z=2800 no later than Friday, April 9, 2004.
Submitted by: Maria Terrana/OSA
5. Educational Technologies Audio Visual Service Counter closed April 5 - 8 (Spring Break)
The Audio Visual Services Counter will be closed April 5 - 8, 2004 to accommodate refinishing the lobby and hallway floors in Javits. The AV Services counter will be inaccessible during this process. Please call the service counter (2-9400) before April 2 to arrange for services.
Submitted by: Gary Van Sise/Prov
02. Hosp/HSC Admin Announcements
1. NEW Master Public Health Degree Program
Master Public Health Degree Program - Fall 2004
Stony Brook University Health Science Center, Graduate Program in Public Health, is proud to announce a new Master Public Health Degree Program, subject to authorization by the NYSED Board of Regents. The founding class will be launched in Fall 2004. Applications are now being accepted. For enrollment information, please contact P. Villa by Email at pvilla@notes.cc.sunysb.edu, or by telephone at 631-444-2074.
Submitted by: Patricia Villa/UHMC
03. Workshops/Courses/Training (work related; HR, EAP, DoIT, etc...)
1. Employee Assistance Program Supervisory Training - Qualities of An Effective Supervisor
Supervision is an ART. It not only takes knowledge and skills, but the key is knowing when and how to apply them. Timing is everything. Understanding human behavior and creating a healthy work environment is the theme of this workshop. We will focus on the attributes of successful supervisors: personal qualities (empathy, boundaries, attitude, resiliency, etc.) verbal/nonverbal behavior, styles of communication and dealing with conflict.
4/16/04 11:30 - 1:30 HSC, Level 2, Seminar Room 2B
To Register: Please contact the EAP at 632-6085.
http://www.sunysb.edu/eap
Submitted by: Linda Tatem/Pres
2. SBU Employee Occupational Safety Training is Now Available!
Environmental Health & Safety would like to announce the availability of Employee Occupational Safety training. The following classes are being offered in April:
* Hazard Communication/Right-To-Know Refresher Training(mandatory for all SBU employees)
April 5, 2004 8:30 - 9:30 AM in the Charles B. Wang Center Rm. 303. April 6, 2004 1-2 PM in the HSC Level 2 Lecture Hall 2.
* April 8, 2004 Occupational Exposure to Bloodborne Pathogens - HSC L2/LH2 1-2 PM.
* April 12, 2004 Hazardous Waste Management, Charles B. Wang Center Rm. 303 8:30 - 9:30 AM.
* APRIL 15, 2004 Lab Safety - Chemical Hazards HSC,L2/LH2 1-2 PM.
* April 19, 2004 Lab. Safety - Biological Hazards 1-2 PM in The Charles B. Wang Center Rm. 303.
* April 26, 2004 Shipping of Dangerous Goods, Student Activities Center (SAC) 1-2 PM.
To review the entire schedule, please see posting on our website.
http://www.ehs.sunysb.edu
Submitted by: Louis Mancuso/Admin
3. Eureka! I've Made a Discovery
Disclosing your invention; Common mistakes; Patents; Royalties. Thursday, 4/22/04, 3-4 p.m.., HSC, Level 3, Room 152. Refreshments served. Presented by the Office of Technology Licensing. Contact Kris Duryea at 2-9347 or email kduryea@notes.cc.sunysb.edu to preregister.
http://stonybrook.edu/research/new/seminar.html
Submitted by: Kristina Duryea/Res
4. Career Center Workshop "Strategies of Highly Successful Women" Tuesday, March 30 at 4:30 PM, Old Chem, Women's Studies Colloquium Center
Jocelyn Coalter and Alfreda S. James (SUNY Stony Brook) will conduct this workshop. An interactive exploration of the professional lives of successful women in business, higher education, and science. Workshop presenters will show how individualism combined with external circumstances can lead to high levels of achievement.
Submitted by: Colleen Wallahora/CAS
04. Conferences/Seminars/Lectures
1. Oceans and Atmosphere Colloquium, April 2, 2004.
Dr. Peter Raymond from Yale University, will present a seminar entitled "Terrestrial Atmosperic CO2 Sequestration and Rivers: The Role of Watershed Export of Dissolved Organic and Inorganic Carbon on Regional and Global Budgets" at 12:30pm on April 2, 2004.
The seminar will take place at the Marine Sciences Research Center, in the Endeavour Hall 120. Light refreshements will be served. For further information, please call 632-8781.
http://www.msrc.sunysb.edu/news.oac.html
Submitted by: Katerina Panagiotakopoulou/MSRC
2. Topics in Atmospheric and Oceanic Sciences Seminar
Hua-lu Pan from the Environmental Modeling Center, National Centers for Environmental Prediction (NCEP), Camp Springs, MD, will present a seminar entitled, "Seasonal and Intraseasonal Prediction Efforts at NCEP: Toward a Seamless Suite of Forecast Products" on Wednesday, March 31, at 11:30 a.m. The seminar will take place on South Campus at the Marine Sciences Research Center, Endeavour Hall 120. Light refreshments will be served. For more information, please contact the Institute for Terrestrial and Planetary Atmospheres at 2-8009.
http://atmos.msrc.sunysb.edu
Submitted by: Gina Gartin/MSRC
3. Discover the "Mysteries of the Mind" on TODAY at the Eighth Annual Swartz Foundation Mind/Brain Lecture
One of the most challenging problems in modern biology is to understand how the brain computes. Charles F. Stevens has been studying the brain for more than 40 years, and in this lecture he will describe some of the ways the brain is like (and unlike) a computer.
Dr. Stevens is a Howard Hughes Medical Institute investigator and professor of molecular neurobiology at the Salk Institute for Biological Studies in San Diego. He is a pioneer in both electrophysiology and neuroscience and is a member of the National Academy of Sciences.
Please join us TODAY, Monday, March 29, 2004 at 4:30 p.m. in the Staller Center for the Arts.
The lecture is free and intended for a general audience.
A reception will follow the lecture.
http://www.stonybrook.edu/sb/mind/
Submitted by: Shelley Catalano/UAff
4. A Gathering of Science Scholars - Access for Underrepresented Students in the Biological, Engineering and Applied Sciences Friday, April 30th
The Center for Inclusive Education will host a regional conference that will highlight the research accomplishments of underrepresented students, both undergraduate and graduate, and the success of the myriad of diversity programs that promote their academic achievements and encourage the pursuite of a career in the professoriate. The conference will feature excellent skill-building workshops, a regional research symposium and competition of science posters, a nationally recognized and celebrated keynote speaker, and a networking session.
We encourage the participation of students, faculty and university staff. There is a nominal conferece fee for students, however we hope it will be covered by their advisor, department or diversity program affiliation. There is no charge for faculty or staff to participate.
Please refer to our website at www.stonybrook.edu/agep for more information.
http://www.stonybrook.edu/agep
Submitted by: Kathryne Piazzola/Prov
5. Crystals and the Fabric of Space and Time
String theory has come to public awareness as an exciting, but daunting, new picture for the fundamental laws of physics.
On March 31, a leading string theorist, Cumrun Vafa, will present a Provost's Lecture on string theory, "Crystals and the Fabric of Space and Time". Prof. Vafa will explain the theory's basic ideas in layman's terms, and describe how it may force us to modify hallowed notions of space and time.
Cumrun Vafa is Donner Professor of Science at Harvard University, and serves as Scientific Advisor to the Simons Workshops in Mathematics and Physics at Stony Brook University.
Submitted by: Elizabeth Gasparino/CAS
6. New York's Artifical Reefs
The Stony Brook Scuba Squad is pleased to announce a free lecture on New York's artificial reef program. Chris LaPorta of NYS Dept. of Environmental Conservation Bureau of Marine Resources will talk about the program, in which DEC obtains derelict ships, subway cars, construction debris, and other materials for sinking. The artificial reef creates a marine life habitat that divers and fishermen can enjoy.
When? Tuesday evening, March 30, 7:30 Where? Social and Behavioral Sciences Building room N-501
Light refreshments will be provided.
http://www.dec.state.ny.us/website/dfwmr/marine/access/index.html
Submitted by: Daria Merwin/CAS
7. Department of Biochemistry & Cell Biology Seminar
On Thursday, April 1, 2004, Dr. Alexander Vainstein from Hebrew University, Isreal will hold a seminar entitle, "The Scent of A Rose: Genomic Approaches & Metabolic Engineering of Flower Fragrance" in Room 038 in the Life Sciences Building at 4:00 pm
Submitted by: Lizandia Perez/CAS
8. Doctoral Defenses this week
Please click on the URL below to see this week's Doctoral Defences
http://www.grad.sunysb.edu/ddd/weekly.html
Submitted by: Yordanos Beyene/GST
9. Career Women's Luncheon - April 15th
The Employee Activities Council would like to invite you to our Career Women's Luncheon on Thursday, April 15, at 12:00 noon, in the Student Union Ballroom. We are honored to have Peter Gergen, Ph.D., Professor of Biochemistry/Director for Developmental Genetics, as our speaker. His talk will be entitled, "Stem Cells: What are they? What is the fuss?" The implications of Dr. Gergen's research are far-reaching and the potential benefits may touch our lives in a surprising way. You will not want to miss this program.
Please bring your payment of $8.50 to any of the people listed below before April 9 (checks should be made payable to Chartwells): Judy Friedlander 2-6105, Alba Beltran 2-6024, Pat Miller 2-6010, Lucille Meci 2-8260, Betty Ahner 4-3423, Marie Barnouw 2-9248, Augusta Kuhn 2-7280.
Submitted by: Augusta Kuhn/CAS
10. Ecology and Evolution Seminar
3:30p.m., Wednesday, March 31, 2004, Life Sciences Building, Room 038
BIODIVERSITY AS A LOCAL DEFENSE AGAINST INVASION: RESOLVING THE "DANGEROUS AND PREMATURE PARADIGM"
Dr. Shahid Naeem, Dept. of Ecology, Evolution & Environmental Biology, Columbia University
Host: Dr. Manuel Lerdau
If you need a disability-related accommodation, please call: The Department of Ecology and Evolution at (631) 632-8600
Submitted by: Marilyn Pakarklis/CAS
11. Department of Physiology and Biophysics Seminar
Wednesday, March 31, 2004, at 12 noon "Rewiring Cellular Signaling Networks Using Artificial Scaffold Proteins", Dr. Sang-Hyun Park, Department of Cellular and Molecular Pharmacology, University of California at San Francisco
Place: Basic Science Tower, T-5, Room 140
Host: Faculty Search Committee
Submitted by: Robin Green/UHMC
12. Premedical/Medical Conference Held at NYCOM by theNational Boricua Latino Health Organization
Registration & Breakfast: 7:30 AM to 8:45 AM
Conference: 8:50 AM to 6:00 PM
Dinner: 6:10 PM to 8:30 PM
Where: New York College of Osteopathic Medicine, Old Westbury
Perhaps the most important conference of the year for students interested in medicine. A few of the featured events:
* Keynote Speaker, Dr. Joxel Garcia, Deputy Director: World Health Organization, Pan American Health Organization (PAHO) Division
* Workshop, A Day in the Life of a Medical Student
* NIH presentation about research and scholarships
* Meet representatives from MD and DO medical schools
* Learn about the MCAT
* Workshops about healthcare in the Latino Community
Undergraduate registration fee, $10.00.
to learn more:
* Download the Conference Flyer
http://www.sunysb.edu/healthed/docs/nblho/flyer.doc
* Registration Form
http://www.sunysb.edu/healthed/docs/nblho/registration.doc
* Schedule of Events
http://www.sunysb.edu/healthed/docs/nblho/program.doc
* Visit the NBLHO web site to get conference information and register online
http://www.nblho.org/
* 4/3 Conference at NYCOM (the original post)
http://www.sunysb.edu/healthed/031504.html#1A
Submitted by: James Montren/Prov
13. Executive Leadership And Cultural Diversity Meeting
Executive Leadership and Cultural Diversity Meeting - May 3-5, 2004, Stony Brook Manhattan, 401 Park Avenue South, 2nd Floor, New York, NY. The purpose of this meeting is to interact with leaders who will share how they rose to the top in their field of education, health care, social welfare, civil rights, legal services, human resources, finances, politics, clergy and others. For more information and a registration form, please click on the link below.
http://www.hsc.stonybrook.edu/executiveleadershipnyc2004.pdf
Submitted by: Carol Londoiro/Admin
14. Jeanine Anderson, Cornell University (Rockefeller Fellow, Latin American Caribbean Studies, SUNY Stony Brook), Tuesday, March 30, 5:00 PM, Harriman 214.
"Women of Ambiguous Value, Men of Dubious Renown. Gender and Prestige Systems in Peru". Value and prestige are clearly fundamental concepts in the analysis of gender systems. In this talk two bodies of research carried out in Peru will be drawn on to discuss, first, the ambiguities associated with the way women are valued (and devalued) and, then, the puzzle of how male reputation and renown are so resistant to tarnish, despite obvious violations of moral and other norms. An interpretation will be put forth that seems to account for the Peruvian case and suggest how it might contribute to an eventual full-blown theory of gender systems as prestige systems.
Submitted by: Colleen Wallahora/CAS
15. Laurence Baxter Memorial Lecture
Friday, April 30, 2004, 1:00 p.m. Student Activites Center Room 304.
Guest Speaker Donald R. Rubin, Ph.D., John L. Loeb Professor of Statistics, Chariman, Department of Statistics, Harvard University, Cambridge, MA. Plus the first Poster Session to be held in conjunction with the Laurence Baxter Memorial Lecture. The session offers an opportunity for alumni, postducs and grad students to share their work and exchange ideas in a collegial setting in the area of statistics. Sponsored by the Department of Applied Mathematics and Statistics.
http://naples.cc.sunysb.edu/CEAS/amsweb.nsf/pages/Baxterlecture
Submitted by: Pamela Wolfskill/CEAS
16. Graduate School Colloquium: "Breast Cancer on Long Island" 03/29/2004, 4:30 pm at University Cafe in Student Union
area. The Graduate School invites staff, students and faculty to join the Colloquium on "Breast Cancer on Long Island" at the University Cafe in the Student Union.
TIME: Monday, March 29, 2004 at 4:30 p.m.
Speakers
* Dr. Brian O'Hea, Medical Director of the Carol Baldwin Breast Care Center - Surgical Aspects of Breast Cancer
* Ms. Carol Lindquist, Graduate Student and Breast Cancer Survivor, Department of Sociology, - Life as an Amazon: Coping with Cancer
* Dr. Elinor Schoenfeld, Research Associate Professor, Department of Preventive Medicine - Current Programs in Breast Cancer Control
* Dr. Erin O'Leary, Research Assistant Professor, Department of Preventive Medicine - Recent Findings from Breast Cancer Studies
* Dr. Paul Fisher, Associate Professor Radiology and Surgery, Chief of Breast Imaging - Radiology and Breast Cancer
For details, or if you need a disability related accommodation, call Smitha at 631-632-1947 / 631-216-2348 or email at smitha@ece.sunysb.edu
Submitted by: Smitha Kakkuzhi Mappilakand/GST
17. The Award winning documentary: Famingville
On Tuesday, April 13, 2004 "Farmingville" the award winning documentary of Long Island hate crimes will be presented for a special viewing at: The School of Social Welfare- HSC L-2 -2:30 p.m.
The Charles B. Wang Center Theatre- 7:00 p.m.
Please RSVP by calling 4-2899.
The shocking hate-based attempted murders of two Mexican day laborers catapult a small Long Island town into national headlines, unmasking a new frontline in the border wars: suburbia. For nearly a year, the filmmakers lived and worked in Farmingville, so they could capture first-hand the stories of residents, day laborers and activists on all sides. A timely and powerful film, Farmingville is more than a story about illegal immigration. Ultimately it challenges us to ask what the "American dream" really means. Farmingville received a Special Jury Prize at the 2004 Sundance Film Festival and was recently awarded Best Documentary at San Antonio's CineFestival.
Submitted by: Jean Johnston/Pres
05. Hosp/HSC Conferences/Seminars/Lectures
1. Psychiatry Grand Rounds
Schizophrenia and Addiction
Douglas Ziedonis, MD, Professor, Department of Psychiatry, University of Medicine and Dentistry of New Jersey, Director, Division of Addition Psychiatry, Robert Wood Johnson Medical School
Tuesday, March 30, 2004, 11:00 am, HSC L2 LH1
All are welcome to attend
Supported by Jansen
Submitted by: Linda Hans/UHMC
06. Charitable (Habitat, Blood drives, Cats, etc...)
1. Habitat for Humanity Fund
In order to increase our SPD Habitat for Humanity Fund, we are partnering with the Port Jefferson Food Pantry in hand-made jewelry sales to take place on campus in two different locations.
On Wednesday, March 31, we will be in the lobby of the Social and Behavioral Sciences Building from 10am-2pm.
On Thursday, April 1, we will be in the lobby of the Stony Brook Union from 10am-3pm.
Plan on shopping for these extraordinary pieces of hand-made jewelry. Prices will range from $3.00 to $15.00. There's something for everyone, and you will be supporting two worthwhile causes.
The next SPD Habitat for Humanity 50/50 drawing has been rescheduled to April 9th in order to increase the size of the pot. Tickets will be on sale at the jewelry sales tables or call Marlene at 632-7068.
Submitted by: Frank Esposito/Prov
2. Donations Sought for the 1st Annual National Pediatric Multiple Sclerosis Center Fine Art and Antique Auction
Donations Sought for the 1st Annual National Pediatric Multiple Sclerosis Center Fine Art and Antique Auction
The National Pediatric Multiple Sclerosis Center at Stony Brook University Hospital will be hosting its 1st Annual Fine Art and Antique Auction this fall. We are seeking donations of fine art, antiques and collectibles. These may include paintings, prints, sculptures, sterling silver items, small furniture, lighting, collectible glass, porcelain and pottery items, old toys and sporting goods, coins, jewelry, and anything old, unusual or collectible. All donations are tax deductible and proceeds will directly support the National Pediatric Multiple Sclerosis Center at Stony Brook University Hospital. To make a donation please contact Bill Scherl in the Department of Neurology at 444-3428
Submitted by: William Scherl/UHMC
3. Register Now for May 1st "Witness Walk" - a breast cancer awareness event of the Witness Project of LI
The Witness Project of LI is a breast cancer awareness program of the LI Cancer Center at Stony Brook University, in collaboration with the Town of Babylon. Breast cancer survivors "witness" about their victories over the challenges of breasst cancer and encourage women to get mammograms. Proceeds from the walk-a-thon will help to increase the outreach programs of the Project into other underserved communities. Join us for a day of fun and awareness! Form a Team and walk; come volunteer and help to make a difference! For futher information about the "Witness Walk" and to pre-register, email the Project Coordinator at mvdavis@notes.cc.sunysb.edu
Submitted by: Margaret Davis/UHMC
4. April 3 - Huge Yard Sale & Flea Market to Benefit Habitat
FSA is again sponsoring a huge (over 35 vendors) indoor Yard Sale & Flea Market on Saturday, April 3rd, from 9:00 am to 4:00 pm to benefit Habitat for Humanity. The event will be held in the Stony Brook Union Fireside Lounge and Lobby. Contact Chris Oster at 632-6513 to donate items for Habitat.
Submitted by: Christine Oster/FSA
07. Entertainment (Sports, Movies, Events, etc...)
1. Handel's opera Agrippina at Staller Center April 16 and 18
On Friday April 16 at 8 p.m. and Sunday April 18 at 2 p.m. Stony Brook opera will present a fully staged production of Handel's opera Agrippina on the Main Stage of the Staller Center. David Lawton conducts the cast and members of the Stony Brook Symphony Orchestra and Baroque Ensemble, and Ron Luchsinger directs. The opera will be sung in the original Italian with projected titles in English. Tickets are $20 general, $10 students and seniors. Call 632-ARTS or on line www.stallercenter.com
Submitted by: David Lawton/CAS
2. Summer Camp at Stony Brook 632-4550 June 28 - August 20, 2004
The Summer Camp at Stony Brook invites you to celebrate our fabulous fifth anniversary! Join us in an adventurous camp experience that will mesmerize your child. Our Camp combines a special mixture of recreational and educational activities for children between the ages of 5 -12. 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.
All Open Houses are on Saturdays in the Sports Complex from 9AM to 12PM April 17, 2004, May 15, 2004
http://www.stonybrook.edu/daycamp/
Submitted by: Janice Maggio/Pres
3. The 11th Annual Child Care Cash Bonanza Win $15,000
Stony Brook Child Care will hold it's 11th annual Child Care Cash Bonanza on Thursday, May 13th, 2004 and will be held 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 a Champagne, International Coffee, Tea and Dessert Extravaganza. For more information please call 632-6930 or 2-KIDS.
Submitted by: Patricia Birbiglia/Affl
4. Campus Recreation Golf Tournament
The Department of Campus Recreation will be holding its' Annual Golf Tournament on Friday, May 7th @ 11:00am at the Heatherwood Golf Club in Centereach. The tournament format is best ball, with team low gross, longest drive and closest to pin awards given out. This tournament is open to all students, faculty, staff and alumni of the University. Each foursome will be allowed one guest player who is not affiliated with the university. Cost, which includes green fees and lunch, is $46.00 per person for faculty/staff/alumni/guest and $36.00 per person for undergraduate students. For more information, please contact the Department of Campus Recreation at 632-7206.
http://www.recreation.sunysb.edu
Submitted by: Susan Dimonda/CAS
5. 2004 Stony Brook Girls Soccer Camp - July 19th to 23rd
The Stony Brook Women's Soccer Staff and Team would like to invite girls between the ages of 7 and 16 to their summer soccer camp. There will be two sessions that will run the week of July 19th to 23rd. The day session will run from 9:00am to 3:30pm for players between the ages of 7 to 16. The evening session will run from 4:30pm to 7:30pm for players between the ages of 11 and 16. We have three separate programs to meet the needs of players of all ages and abilities. The players will have two training sessions per day as well as one small-sided and one full-sided game, daily. The players will receive a camp T-shirt and an official SBU soccer ball. If you would like more information about the camp or would like to receive a brochure, please contact Megan Mills at 632-3286 or mmills@notes.cc.sunysb.edu.
Submitted by: Megan Mills/Pres
6. Cody Comedy Festival - Friday, May 14, 2004
To benefit the Cody Center for Autism and Developmental Disabilities at Stony Brook University
Funny Bone Reception - 5:30 – 7:30 pm at the Wang Center - Tickets $150
Comedy Show - 8:00 - 10:00 pm at the Staller Center for the Arts - Tickets $25
Please join us for an evening filled with fun, food and frivolity at this year's Funny Bone Reception featuring a festival atmosphere with a dazzling buffet by the Three Village Inn, a magician, clowns, plus many other attractions!
The Comedy Show features four of the best comedians from the New York City comedy circuit: Buddy Fitzpatrick, Ted Alexandro, Lenny Marcus and back by popular demand, Wali Collins!
For more information please call 631.444.2899 or visit our website www.stonybrook.edu/sb/codyfest.shtml.
Submitted by: Margaret Melzer/HSC
7. WIN a Raffle prize of airline tickets, spa membership or an overnight stay!
Raffles for two sets of airline tickets for two people anywhere in the USA, a one year spa membership, an overnight stay at the Three Village Inn are available to purchase now at the Child Care Center. Cost is $6.00 each or 3 tickets for $15.00. Drawing will be on Thursday, May 13th at Stony Brook Child Care's Cash Bonanza event in the SAC building. Need not be present to win. For more information please call 632-6930.
Submitted by: Patricia Birbiglia/Affl
8. Seawolves Home Athletic Events This Week
MONDAY MARCH 29 through SUNDAY APRIL 4:
Tuesday March 30 - 2:00 PM - Softball vs. Wagner*
Friday April 2 - 3:00 PM - Baseball vs. NY Tech
Saturday April 3 - 12:00 PM - Softball vs. Maine*
- 7:00 PM - Women's Lacrosse vs. UMBC
Sunday April 4 - 12:00 PM - Softball vs. Maine
- 1:00 PM - Baseball vs. NY Tech
(* indicates doubleheader)
All spring sports, with the exception of men's lacrosse, are free for all spectators. For men's lacrosse tickets, call 632-WOLF or visit www.goseawolves.org
http://www.goseawolves.org
Submitted by: Timothy Eilbes/Pres
9. Karvaan (Shadows in the Dark) Tuesday, March 30, 7:00 p.m., Wang Center Theatre, $5 general admission; students free
When a Pakistani couple arrives in Delhi, carrying repressed memories of violence committed and endured, they must share lodging with a proud Muslim who has opted to stay on in India and has lost a son to the carnage. Pankaj Butaila's film presents a poignant look at the loss of community and identity that followed the partition of Pakistan and India. With Kitu Gidwani and Naseruddin Shah. Followed by discussion with the with director. Co-Sponsored with SBU Film Society, Third World Matters.
http://www.stonybrook.edu/wang
Submitted by: Sunita Mukhi/Pres
10. Earthstock 2004
Join us at Earthstock 2004, an Environmental Awareness Fair in celebration of Earth Day, on April 22, 2004 at the Charles B. Wang Center at Stony Brook University. The day-long event features a concert at noon by Grammy-award winning soprano saxophonist Paul Winter and a lecture at 3:00 p.m. by paleoanthropologist Dr. Richard Leakey.
The area's foremost authorities on environmental issues will present and participate in a variety of workshops throughout the day. Topics such as Residential Solar Power; Organic Lawn Care; Marine Sciences Issues in NY Coastal Waters; Sustainability and Business; and Preserving the Pine Barrens will be presented.
All events are free and open to the public. To RSVP, please call (631) 632-6320. For a complete listing of the day's events, visit our Web site at www.stonybrook.edu/earthstock.
http://www.stonybrook.edu/earthstock
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Submitted by: Karen Keeley/UAff
11. "To Dream Tomorrow", a film about the life of Ada Byron Lovelace - Wednesday, March 31, 1-2PM, Javits 102
The Department of Computer Science is screening the film "To Dream Tomorrow" on Wednesday, March 31 from 1-2PM in Javits 102.
From Flare Films, this is the story of Ada Byron Lovelace and her contributions to computing, over a hundred years before the time usually thought to be the start of the Computer Age. Daughter of poet Lord Byron and a mathematically, gifted, social activist mother, Ada was 17 when she began studying a prototype mechanical calculator designed by mathematician Charles Babbage. By the time she was 27, she had moved even beyond her famous contemporaries to describe universal computing much as we understand it today.
All are welcome. For more information, please contact Dr. Tom Cortina, 2-1629 or visit the department website at
http://www.cs.sunysb.edu
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http://www.cs.sunysb.edu
Submitted by: Thomas Cortina/CEAS
12. Annual Campus Life Awards for Excellence in Leadership & Involvement
Stony Brook faculty, staff, and students are invited to nominate student leaders, student organizations, and advisors to student groups for the 2003-2004 Campus Life Awards, presented for their outstanding contributions to University life in the areas of leadership, campus programming, and advising. Individual students, student groups, and faculty/staff advisors to student organizations will be honored at the Campus Life Awards Program on Wednesday, May 5, 2004, 5:30 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. in the Student Activities Center Auditorium. Reception to follow. Admission is free & open to the campus community. An awards selection committee will review all nominations received by the April 13 deadline. For a description of the award categories, award criteria, and nomination forms, please visit the Campus Life Awards Website.
http://studentaffairs.stonybrook.edu/dos/CampusLifeAwards
Submitted by: Cheryl Chambers/OSA
08. For-Pay Workshops/Courses (SPD, etc...)
1. 2154 - Implementing and Administering Microsoft Windows 2000 Directory Services
This course is designed to provide students with the knowledge and skills necessary to install, configure and administer Microsoft Windows 2000 Active DirectoryTM directory services. The course also focuses on implementing Group Policy and performing the Group Policy-related tasks required to centrally manage users and computers.
Course length: 9 sessions. Course helps to prepare for Microsoft exam: 70-217
Fee: $1,975.00
Section A - Mon, Wed, 6pm - 10pm; 9 sessions: April 12, 14, 19, 21, 26, 28; May 3, 5, and 10, 2004
We are a Microsoft Certified IT Academy offering CISCO and COMPTIA.
visit our website at
http://stonybrook.edu/spd/computer.html
For questions call 632-7071. 10% discount University employees and students
Submitted by: Frank Esposito/Prov
2. Summer Sessions Welcomes Visiting Students
Stony Brook's Summer Sessions classes are open to visiting students from other colleges and universities. In addition, high school juniors who have grade point averages of 85 or higher may enroll in one freshman-level course in Summer Session II (July 12-August 20). Visiting student registration begins April 5. More than 350 undergraduate courses are scheduled in Summer 2004. For details about the application, courses, registration, and tuition, fees, and payment visit the Summer Sessions Website: www.stonybrook.edu/summer
http://www.stonybrook.edu/summer
Submitted by: Megs Shea/Prov
09. Research (Studies, Testing, etc...)
1. Long Island Database Project - Volunteers Needed
The Long Island Cancer Center is creating a database of blood samples and clinical information to help researchers better understand why some individuals develop breast and prostate cancer while others do not.
Women and men are eligible to participate if they were diagnosed with breast or prostate cancer OR have never been diagnosed with cancer, are 18 years of age or older, are a current Long Island resident and have lived on Long Island for at least 5 years.
For more information about the study, please call Jeanne Kidd at 444-7995 or 1-800-566-9667.
Submitted by: Erin O'Leary/UHMC
2. Are You Depressed? We Can Help!
The Department of Psychology at Stony Brook University is conducting up to a 6 month clinical trial involving medication with all participants and the addition of psychotherapy with some. Must be willing to travel up to two times a week for up to 3 months to the site and be available late afternoons/early evenings. If you have been feeling depressed (sad, down) most of the time for at least two years, you may be eligible to participate. All evaluations and treatments will be provided free of charge. If interested, please e-mail PsychDRC@notes.cc.sunysb.edu with your name, numbers, and the best times to reach you or call 631-632-6381 with the same and we will get back to you as soon as we can. All information will be kept strictly confidential.
Submitted by: Laura Klein/CAS
3. "Why Do Kids Do What They Do?"
If you are the mother of a 4- to 8-year-old child, we need you! The Point of Woods Laboratory at Stony Brook University is conducting a research study. We want to know what moms think about why children behave the way they do. If you qualify and choose to participate, you will come - without your child - to our research office in Stony Brook for a 60- to 90-minute visit, and we will pay you $15 for your time. If you are interested in participating, please give us a call at (631) 632-7874 and ask for Jeffery. We'll be happy to answer any questions you may have and give you directions to our office.
Submitted by: Susan O'Leary/CAS
4. Free Help For Mothers Of 2-3 Year Olds
The Point of Woods Laboratory and Parenting Clinic at Stony Brook University is seeking volunteers for a research study that offers free help for mothers who are having difficulty managing their challenging 2-3 year old toddlers. To obtain more information and to find out if you may qualify, call the Parenting Study at (631) 632-7874.
Submitted by: Susan O'Leary/CAS
5. Parenting Toddlers Study
The Point of Woods Laboratory & Parenting Clinic at Stony Brook University is conducting a study of parenting toddlers. Mothers will be paid $30 for their participation, which requires a single 2.5 hours visit to our research office. If your child is 24-47 months old, please call us at 632-7874 to learn more about the project and ask for Debbie.
Submitted by: Susan O'Leary/CAS
6. Select - Selenium And Vitamin E Cancer Prevention Trial.
SELECT is a research study being conducted to see if prostate cancer can be prevented.
Men who participate in this study will take two capsules a day. Some men will take only selenium or vitamin E and some will take both. Others will take a placebo (sugar capsule).
Participants will visit their local study site twice a year for at least seven years, and no more than twelve years. About 32,000 men will take part in this study.
Men free of prostate cancer who are age 55 or older may be able to take part in this study. African-American men may join at age 50 or older.
Taking part in SELECT may not help you directly. But we hope that the information learned from this study will benefit your sons, grandsons, and future generations.
Call the Stony Brook SELECT Study Center at (631) 444-3936 for more information.
Submitted by: Adnan Rangwala/UHMC
7. Alzheimer's Disease Trial At SUNY Stony Brook.
Study: A Trial of Simvastatin (Zocor) to Slow the Progression of Alzheimer's Disease Sponsored by: NIH through Alzheimer's Disease Cooperative Study
All eligible participants with mild-moderate AD would remain on their current AD treatments. In addition, they would randomize to receive either Simvastatin or Placebo.
If you would like to participate, or if you are a health care professional who would like to refer a patient, please contact Candice J. Perkins, MD, Marlene Baumeister, RN or Dawn Madigan, RN at (631) 444-1610 or (631) 444-8121
Submitted by: Adnan Rangwala/UHMC
8. Seeking Volunteers - Men And Women 18 Years Of Age And Older With A Diagnosis Of HIV+ and/or AIDS.
We are researching the effectiveness of Chromium Picolinate (a dietary supplement) in the treatment of Lipodystrophy (complication of current HIV therapy) in HIV disease.
Study compensation up to $475.00
Contact Bernice Sealy (631) 444-3740 for more information.
Submitted by: Adnan Rangwala/UHMC
9. Do You Have A Frozen Shoulder?
If you are affected by a condition called "ADHESIVE CAPSULITIS" ( Frozen/Stiff Shoulder), you may be able to join a Clinical Research study.
Participation is free of charge.
Patients with shoulder arthritis or rotator cuff problems will NOT be eligible. Please call 631-444-2215 Orthopaedics Dept, for more information.
Submitted by: Adnan Rangwala/UHMC
10. How Do You Manage Your Stress During Pregnancy?
Research Study at the General Clinical Research Center, University Hospital.
If you are in the first or second trimester of pregnancy, you may be eligible for a research study that is looking at different ways to manage stress and cope during pregnancy.
Through this study you may learn relaxation techniques, coping skills and stress reduction techniques. These skills may be useful to you during and after your pregnancy.
There is no cost to you. If you are interested, Please call 631-444-6900 for more information
Submitted by: Adnan Rangwala/UHMC
11. Research Volunteers Wanted At The General Clinical Research Center, Stony Brook University Hospital.
Seniors 60 and over in reasonably good health and young adults 20-35 years of age to participate in a research study.
Eligible volunteers will be compensated upto $1600 for their participation.
For more information please contact Bernice Sealy at 631-444-3740.
Submitted by: Adnan Rangwala/UHMC
12. Brookhaven National Labs(BNL) - Imaging Studies - 20 Yrs+ Volunteers
Volunteers needed for IMAGING STUDIES at Brookhaven National Laboratories.
The volunteer must be 20 years or older and in good health for participation.
Confidentiality maintained and transportation will be provided.
Call 1-888-352-7380 for more information.
Submitted by: Adnan Rangwala/UHMC
13. Are you taking Cholestrol lowering medication?
Patients being treated with cholestrol lowering medications (Statins) with complaints of muscle pain or weakness or stable, low grade CPK elevation are eligible to participate in a research study to determine the benefits of "COENZYME Q-10"
For further information contact, Dr. Patricia Kelly, DO at 4-2017.
Call 1-888-352-7380 for more information.
Submitted by: Adnan Rangwala/UHMC
14. Did you ever wonder why some people get stressed out more easily than others?
Stress can affect the brain, heart, hormones, and mental performance.
We are looking for men and women, 18-50 years of age, to participate in a non-invasive study.
Participation in this protocol requires that volunteers be free on two consecutive week-days including two hospital overnights
For example: Sunday night to Tuesday afternoon, or Tuesday night to Thursday afternoon
You will be free to pursue your normal activities after 4:15 pm, but you will need to be back for the overnight stay.
COMPENSATION: $200.00
If you are interested in participating call us at (631) 444-8405, SUNY Stony Brook Laboratory for the Study of Emotion and Cognition or e-mail us at greents@pi.cpmc.columbia.edu
Submitted by: Adnan Rangwala/UHMC
10. Miscellaneous
1. Counting Carbs?
Seawolves MarketPlace has many new items for anyone counting carbs. Asher's sugar free chocolate; Genisoy locarb crisps and cookies; numerous Atkins bars and candy. Come and explore your options at Seawolves. See you at Seawolves MarketPlace.
Submitted by: Madeline Gifford/FSA
2. Asian American Faculty Staff Association Monthly Meeting, Scheduled for April 2nd, 6:00-7:30 p.m., Wang Center All Are Welcome
AAFSA invites you to join the monthly meeting, held the first Friday of every month, for dinner 6:00-6:30 (donations $5), and a group meeting (6:30 -7:30) discussing issues of interest related to faculty , staff and students. Clusters meet 7:30-8:00 for book club discussions. The book to be discussed: 5 People You Meet In Heaven.
All are welcome. RSVP (if you are attending dinner) Joan Miyazaki 27278. See you there!
Submitted by: Shibani Ray-Mazumder/UHMC
3. Twelfth Annual Biotechnology Expo
The Center for Biotechnology is hosting the Twelfth Annual Biotechnology Expo on Thursday, April 1, 2004 from 11AM-3PM in the Level 3 Galleria of the HSC. All research scientists, lab technicians and students are invited to attend and view the latest in laboratory equipment. Companies represented include Amersham Biosciences, Brinkmann, Fisher Scientific, LI Scientific, Labrepco, Morrell Instruments, Milteny Biotec, Stratagene, NJ Scientific, USA Scientific, Qiagen, Molecular Devices, Millipore, Waters Corp, Roche, Pierce Biotechnology, Rainin, and ISC Bioexpress. For more information, please call Rosemary Gaynor at 631-632-8521.
Submitted by: Angeline Judex/CEAS
4. Women's History Month Exhibition Masquerade:Roles Women Play
The exhibition, Masquerade: Roles Women Play will be on view until April 18, 2004, at Mills Pond House Gallery, 660 Route 25A, St. James. Parking behind the 1830 landmark building can be accessed on Mills Pond Road. The exhibit, curated by Connie Koppelman Ph.D. (Women's Studies), includes work in a variety of media created by artists from across the United States. A short video Woman Who Are Me is also on exhibit. Gallery hours are Tues.-Fri.10-5, Sat.-Sun 12-5. Further information at <www.stacarts.org> or 361-862-6575.
Submitted by: Constance Koppelman/CAS