Campus Announcements for the week of 09/27/2004
Table of Contents
01. Administrative (dept moves/closes, employee info, Admin announcements)
1. NYS Flex Spending Account (FSA) - Dependent Care Advantage Account & Health Care Spending Account - 2005 Open Enrollment
2. Showcase Your School, Department, or Organization at Wolfstock 2004!
3. NEW! Library Research Tutorial
02. Hosp/HSC Admin Announcements
1. Rising Stars Talent Show
03. Workshops/Courses/Training (work related; HR, EAP, DoIT, etc...)
1. Lawson Requisition Training(HTNW27)- for Hospital Employees in the HSC-(9 am-12 pm) 10/14, 10/26, 11/9, 11/30, 12/9, 12/21
2. Learn how to use your Lotus Notes Personal Address Book to create mailing lists and store information about external contacts.
3. Save on Taxes, Save for Retirement, Invest in SRAs (Conducted by TIAA-CREF)
4. Employee Assistance Program Lunchtime Learning Empty Nest Syndrome
5. Employee Assistance Program Lunchtime Learning When Love Hurts
6. Employee Assistance Program Lunchtime Learning Maintaining Healthy Relationships, Parts I and II
7. Employee Assistance Program Lunchtime Learning Beat the Blues: Don't Let Depression Get You Down
8. A Woman's Money, A Woman's Future (Conducted by TIAA-CREF)
04. Conferences/Seminars/Lectures
1. Long Island Offshore Wind Energy Presentation at the Marine Sciences Research Center
2. Oceans and Atmosphere Colloquium, October 1, 2004
3. "Truth in Technologies 2004: RFID and Barcodes."
4. 2005 Call for Applications - Fundamentals of the Bioscience Industry Certificate Program
5. The Magnetics Revolution - A lecture by Dr. Herbert Leupold
6. A "Community-Based Participatory Research:A Paradigm Shift" Lunchtime Lecture - Friday, October 8th, 12 Noon - 1:00 PM
7. The Place of Spirituality in Health Care Practice - A Conference for Health Care Professionals - Sept. 29th
8. Family Fitness Fun: A Discussion of Children's Early Participation in Organized Sports vs Family Focused Physical Activity
9. Parents as Problem Solvers: A Discussion of Family Fitness Fun & Children's Early Participation in Organized Sports
05. Hosp/HSC Conferences/Seminars/Lectures
1. Department of Medicine Grand Rounds
2. 11th Annual School of Health Technology and Management Distinguished Alumni Lecture Series and Awards Presentation
3. Psychiatry Grand Rounds
06. Charitable (Habitat, Blood drives, Cats, etc...)
1. 16TH Annual Run/Walk for Children, Gilenas Jr. High, Setauket, N.Y. 9:30 am
2. Help Stem The Population Of Feral Cats On Campus
07. Entertainment (Sports, Movies, Events, etc...)
1. University Art Gallery in Staller Center to Feature Four Faculty Artists
2. Join Us for an Awesome Day of Food and Fun at Wolfstock 2004!
3. Fun and Football at Wolfstock: A Homecoming Tradition on October 1 and 2!
4. Control Room (Jehane Noujaim/2004/84 min.) Tuesday, September 28, 7:00 p.m., Wang Center Theatre. Free Students Free, $5 general admission.
5. Michael Feinstein at Staller Center, Sunday, October 3 at 7pm. Top interpreter of popular song! Tickets: $38 at 632-ARTS
6. Japanese animation series
7. Introducing the Stony Brook Ring!
08. For-Pay Workshops/Courses (SPD, etc...)
1. Defensive Driving Class Offered in October
2. Macromedia Dreamweaver MX
3. Target Fitness Weight Management Program ? Convenient for Employees Starting September 30th from 12:00-1:00 on West Campus!
4. Introduction to Microsoft Excel
5. Web Page Design and Site Management with FrontPage
6. Managing Data with Access
7. Learn to Program with Visual Basic 6
8. Microsoft Advanced Access
9. QuickBooks 2002
10. Desktop Publishing QuarkXPress
09. Research (Studies, Testing, etc...)
1. Long Island Database Project - Volunteers Needed
10. Miscellaneous
1. Domestic Student Health Insurance
2. Candlelight Celebration Honoring Women Past and Present Affected By Gynecological Cancers
01. Administrative (dept moves/closes, employee info, Admin announcements)
1. NYS Flex Spending Account (FSA) - Dependent Care Advantage Account & Health Care Spending Account - 2005 Open Enrollment
The NYS 2005 FSA open enrollment period begins September 27, 2004. The deadline for enrollment is November 10, 2004, and is strictly enforced. This program helps STATE employees save money when paying for health or dependent care expenses. A paperless application process allows employees to apply online at www.flexspend.state.ny.us or by calling 1-800-358-7202. EMPLOYEES CURRENTLY ENROLLED IN THE FSA MUST RE-ENROLL IF THEY WISH TO CONTINUE THEIR CONTRIBUTIONS IN 2005.
Submitted by: Alessandra White/Admin
2. Showcase Your School, Department, or Organization at Wolfstock 2004!
Last year over 3,500 people attended Homecoming. Reserve a table at the University Expo Center and have them visit you! Bring displays, interactive activities and information, have representatives on hand to answer questions, use this space however you want! Tables, table clothes, and chairs will be provided. The Expo Center at Wolfstock will be open on Saturday, October 2, from 11:00am to 2:00pm. For more information, please contact Randy Ng at 632-6330 or randy.ng@stonybrook.edu.
http://www.stonybrookalumni.com
Submitted by: Sandra Skinner/UAff
3. NEW! Library Research Tutorial
The Library Research Guide is a new online tutorial to help you or your students in the research process. Interactive, fun, self-paced, 24/7. Tell your students about it! Contact us to discuss how to incorporate it into your curriculum.
http://www.stonybrook.edu/library/tutorial/
Submitted by: Janet Clarke/Lib
02. Hosp/HSC Admin Announcements
1. Rising Stars Talent Show
Sunrise Fund, in conjunction with the department of Pediatric Hematology/Oncology at Stony Brook Hospital will be presenting "Rising Stars Talent Show", October 2, 2004 at 2pm in the Student Activities Center on Main Campus.The program is free,no tickets are needed, and seating is open. This program will feature children with cancer and blood disorders, as well as family members, staff and community members. Rising Stars provides an opportunity for these children to express themselves through theatre arts, while enhancing their sense of accomplishment, improve their self-esteem, and regain confidence. Special guest appearance by Matthew Zachary (pianist, composer,speaker). For more information contact B.J. Isaacson at 444-7206
Submitted by: Rosemary Mahan/UHMC
03. Workshops/Courses/Training (work related; HR, EAP, DoIT, etc...)
1. Lawson Requisition Training(HTNW27)- for Hospital Employees in the HSC-(9 am-12 pm) 10/14, 10/26, 11/9, 11/30, 12/9, 12/21
This workshop is designed to take you through the process of entering various types of procurement requisitions in the Lawson system including: Entering, changing, and deleting Stores and Vendor requisitions; Adding another page of items; Adding Comments to a requisition; Checking for approvals; Finding a purchase order number for a requisition; Inquiring on a purchase order; Finding receipts for a purchase order; Inquiring on requisitions; Inquiring on a budget; and Blanket Order releases. All Lawson users must attend this course to obtain a user ID & password. To register for this program please complete the registration form on page 19 of the Corporate Education and Training Calendar and fax the form to 4-9806. If you do not have a copy of the Calendar please call Jean, in Corporate Education and Training, at 4-9805 to obtain a copy of the registration form.
Submitted by: Annemarie Scherer/UHMC
2. Learn how to use your Lotus Notes Personal Address Book to create mailing lists and store information about external contacts.
If you'd like to join us for this 1 hour session on Wednesday 9/29 go to the Client Support website and register.
http://clientsupport.stonybrook.edu/training/Notes_training.shtml
Submitted by: Kim Rant/DoIT
3. Save on Taxes, Save for Retirement, Invest in SRAs (Conducted by TIAA-CREF)
LUNCH WILL BE PROVIDED!
Financing your retirement can be a challenge even with the money you may receive from Social Security and employer-sponsored plans. Find out how contributing to a voluntary tax-deffered annuity plan from TIAA-CREF can help you ensure the retirement lifestyle you've always imagined.
We'll discuss: Features of the supplemental retirement plan, Choosing among alternatives, Getting started, What an SRA is and how it can benefit you, Deciding how much you'll need, The benefits of early planning and tax-deferred savings, Starting early, saving more
DATE: Tuesday, October 5, 2004
TO REGISTER: Contact Pat Lore at 632-4501 or go to the website below
http://www.stonybrook.edu/hr/training
Submitted by: Cindy Brodsky/Admin
4. Employee Assistance Program Lunchtime Learning Empty Nest Syndrome
The term empty nest syndrome refers to the time of adjustment for parents when their children leave home, especially when the last child leaves home. This time is typically associated with stress, anxiety, identity crisis and heartache. This workshop will look at the top issues and challenges in the empty nest years. It will also give information and resources to help couples through the empty nest passage.
October 7, 2004, 12:00-1:30, SAC Room 311
To Register call EAP at 632-6085
Please feel free to bring your lunch.
http://www.sunysb.edu/eap
Submitted by: Linda Tatem/Pres
5. Employee Assistance Program Lunchtime Learning When Love Hurts
Everyday men and women are hurt by someone who is close to them regardless of age, race or income level. This workshop will help identify warning signs of potentially dangerous relationships and discuss ways in which to respond to these signs.
October 5, 2004, 12:00-1:30, SAC Room 311
To Register: Call EAP at 632-6085.
Please feel free to bring your lunch.
http://www.sunysb.edu/eap
Submitted by: Linda Tatem/Pres
6. Employee Assistance Program Lunchtime Learning Maintaining Healthy Relationships, Parts I and II
Healthy relationships have proven to make people happier and decrease their overall stress. We will discuss the essential qualities that create a good relationship. Topics include effective listening techniques, enhancing communication and guidelines for Fair Fighting.
Part I, October 8, 2004, 11:30-12:30, HSC, Classroom 272, Level 2
Part II, October 15, 2004, 11:30-12:30, HSC, Classroom 272, Level 2
To Register call EAP at 632-6085
Please feel free to bring your lunch.
http://www.sunysb.edu/eap
Submitted by: Linda Tatem/Pres
7. Employee Assistance Program Lunchtime Learning Beat the Blues: Don't Let Depression Get You Down
Have you ever wondered why some people do better than others when confronting difficult life situations? Depression affects over 15 million Americans each year. The good news is that it's treatable. This workshop will focus on ways to reduce your risk of becoming depressed. Workshop ofjbectives are: To understand the important role of exercise, nutrition and sleep in combating stress and depression; To recognize how our thoughts, feelings and behavior influence our ability to cope with life events; To identify signs and symptoms of clinical depression versus the blues.
Nutrition education materials provided by Lauren Gargiula, Dept. of Family Medicine, Nutrition Division
Tuesday, October 12, 2004, SAC Room 311, 12:00-1:30
Thursday, October 14, 2004, HSC (Room to be announced)
To Register: Call EAP at 632-6085
Please feel free to bring your lunch.
http://www.sunysb.edu/eap
Submitted by: Linda Tatem/Pres
8. A Woman's Money, A Woman's Future (Conducted by TIAA-CREF)
LUNCH WILL BE PROVIDED!
Each phase of a woman's life brings unique financial challenges. With smart planning, you can make the most of your money, whether you're just starting out, single or married with a family, starting over, or in your golden years. Come find out about some proven tips, tactics, and solutions that you can use now-wherever you are in life-to prepare for a more secure financial future.
We'll discuss: Investment ABCs, Strategic portfolio building, Selecting the best products to help meet your financial goals, Planning for your retirement, The benefits of early planning and tax-deferred savings
DATE: Monday, November 8, 2004, TIME: 12:00-1:15
TO REGISTER: Contact Pat Lore at 632-4501 or visit the website below
http://www.stonybrook.edu/hr/training
Submitted by: Cindy Brodsky/Admin
04. Conferences/Seminars/Lectures
1. Long Island Offshore Wind Energy Presentation at the Marine Sciences Research Center
A 140 megawatt wind farm is proposed to be built three to six miles southwest of Robert Moses State Park. To learn about the economic, environmental, engineering, and public health facts and issues, as well as regulatory processes, the Marine Sciences Research Center will sponsor a special presentation by the Coalition of the Long Island Offshore Wind Initiative (LIOWI). LIOWI is a partnership of over thirty local and national groups working with the Long Island Power Authority on the Long Island Wind Project. Members of LIOWI will be available to answer questions after the presention. Wednesday, October 6, 7:00 p.m., Student Activities Center auditorium.
http://atmos.msrc.sunysb.edu
Submitted by: Gina Gartin/MSRC
2. Oceans and Atmosphere Colloquium, October 1, 2004
Dr. Heidi Dierssen from University of Connecticut, will present a seminar entitled "Wind rows and Whitings: Bio-optics of the benthos across Bahamas Banks" at 12:30pm on October 1, 2004.
The seminar will take place at the Marine Sciences Research Center, in the Endeavour Hall 120. Light refreshments will be served. For further information, please call 632-8781.
http://www.msrc.sunysb.edu/news.oac.html
Submitted by: Katerina Panagiotakopoulou/MSRC
3. "Truth in Technologies 2004: RFID and Barcodes."
Stony Brook University Libraries and the Center of Excellence in Wireless and Information Technology will host a conference on October 20 in the Wang Center to provide a clear vision of the contentious issues arising between RFID and Bar Coding. This international event will include speakers from the user community who will clarify the issues dictating the implementation of RFID.
Registration Deadline for all is October 1, 2004. Thereafter late fees apply.
Faculty admission is $125 (including lunch) prior to October 1 and $175 after October 1. For faculty registration, please visit www.aidc100.org.
Student admission is $50 (excluding lunch) prior to October 1 ($60 thereafter). Students should make checks or money orders (please include your Solar ID on the payment) out to: S.B.F. 284180 AIDC 100, and send them to: AIDC Conference, Library Administration, Stony Brook, NY 11794-3300
http://www.aidc100.org/Truth_in_Technologies_Conference.280.0.html
Submitted by: F.Jason Torre/Lib
4. 2005 Call for Applications - Fundamentals of the Bioscience Industry Certificate Program
The Center for Biotechnology invites all qualified candidates to apply for the Fundamentals of the Bioscience Industry certificate program. This program is targeted toward graduate students and post docs seeking to transition into non-academic industry careers. This program will provide life scientists with a comprehensive understanding of the bioscience business environment to effectively enter the industry and/or government sector and to successfully contribute to the innovation and entrepreneurial aspects of industry. The deadline for application to the Spring 2005 program is October 8, 2004. Full and partial financial support is available to qualified candidates. Complete details and application information can be found on
http://www.biotech.sunysb.edu/certprog/index.html
.
http://www.biotech.sunysb.edu/educWork/certprog/index.html
Submitted by: Angeline Judex/CEAS
5. The Magnetics Revolution - A lecture by Dr. Herbert Leupold
Please join us on Tuesday, October 5 at 7:30 pm in the Javits Room of the Melville Library for this lecture featuring Dr. Herbert Leupold of General Technical Services.
Free and open to the public.
Sponsored by the Friends of the Library and the Science Club of Long Island.
http://www.stonybrook.edu/libspecial/news/index.html
Submitted by: Kristen Nyitray/Lib
6. A "Community-Based Participatory Research:A Paradigm Shift" Lunchtime Lecture - Friday, October 8th, 12 Noon - 1:00 PM
A "Community-Based Participatory Research:A Paradigm Shift" lunchtime lecture will be given on Friday, October 8th in Room 154, HSC 3rd Level. Guest presenter will be Precilla Belin, PhD, MA, CHES, Assoc Prof at Morgan State Univ, Baltimore MD, Director of its newly forming Cancer Research and Education Center. A former Kellogg Foundation Fellow, Dr. Belin has great experience in CBPR. For researchers, faculty, staff or students who work within "at risk communities," this lecture will be of great interest. Space is limited,light lunch. MUST RSVP to Peg Davis, mvdavis@notes.cc.sunysb.edu or 631-444-7789
Submitted by: Margaret Davis/UHMC
7. The Place of Spirituality in Health Care Practice - A Conference for Health Care Professionals - Sept. 29th
Featured speaker: Matthew Fox, author of "One River, Many Wells: Wisdom Springing from Global Faiths". Held at the Wang Center on Sept. 29th from 8:30AM - 2:30PM., a $35 donation. To register please e-mail Edie Lundgren at elundgr@notes.cc.sunysb.edu, or call @ 631-444-8361
Submitted by: Margaret Schreiber/HSC
8. Family Fitness Fun: A Discussion of Children's Early Participation in Organized Sports vs Family Focused Physical Activity
On Wednesday, September 29, 2004, 12:40-2PM at Stony Brook Child Care Center(across from South P-lot), Child and Family Studies is sponsoring a discussion of family fitness fun led by Teri Tiso, Associate Professor, School of Health Technology Management. The discussion will include ways for the whole family to stay active, enjoy exercise and prevent obesity. It will answer questions about children's early participation in organized sports. Brown bag lunches are welcome. Please call Stony Brook Child Care Center, 632-6930 to let the center know if you are planning to attend. For additional information or if you require a disability related accomodation, please call Dr. Joan Kuchner, Director, Child & Family Studies, 632-7695
Submitted by: Joan Kuchner/CAS
9. Parents as Problem Solvers: A Discussion of Family Fitness Fun & Children's Early Participation in Organized Sports
On Wednesday, September 29, 2004, 12:40-2PM at Stony Brook Child Care Center(across from South P-lot), Child and Family Studies is sponsoring a discussion of family fitness fun led by Teri Tiso, Associate Professor, School of Health Technology Management. The discussion, which is part of our Parents as Problem Solvers Series, will include ways for the whole family to stay active, enjoy exercise and prevent obesity. It will answer questions about children's early participation in organized sports. Brown bag lunches are welcome. Please call Stony Brook Child Care Center, 632-6930 to let the center know if you are planning to attend. For additional information or if you require a disability related accomodation, please call Dr. Joan Kuchner, Director, Child & Family Studies, 632-7695
Submitted by: Joan Kuchner/CAS
05. Hosp/HSC Conferences/Seminars/Lectures
1. Department of Medicine Grand Rounds
September 29, 2004, Time: 9:00 a.m.
Topic: Update on the Preoperative Medical Assessment of the Geriatric Patient
Speaker: William Wertheim, MD, Assistant Professor of Medicine, SUNY at Stony Brook
Location: HSC, Level 3, Lecture Hall 6
Submitted by: Marilyn Bulitta/UHMC
2. 11th Annual School of Health Technology and Management Distinguished Alumni Lecture Series and Awards Presentation
The School of Health Technology and Management and the Stony Brook Alumni Association would like to invite you to the 11th Annual SHTM Distinguished Alumni Lecture Series and Awards Presentation.
The SHTM Alumni Development Committee proudly announces the 2004 award recipients: James Megna, PT, NCS (Class of '89)
Maureen Gaffney, RN, RPA-C (Class of '97)
John Boyle, PhD (Class of '74)
Kimberly Lane, OTR/L (Class of '98)
John Arline, Jr,. NREMT-P (Class of '97)
Ernest Conforti, MSHS, SCT (ASCP) MT(Class of '97)
Mildred Brown, BS, RRT (Class of '81)
Rena Mitchell, MS, CHES, RPA-C (Class of '86 and '02)
Please join us in recognizing your classmates and colleagues.
Date: Friday, October 1, 2004, Time: Noon, Location: Lecture Hall 1, Level 2, HSC
For questions or further information call Lynn Timko-Swaim at 4-3621
Submitted by: Lynn Timko-Swaim/HSC
3. Psychiatry Grand Rounds
Treating Compulsive Sexual Behavior
Eric Hollander, M.D., Professor of Psychiatry, Director, Compulsive, Impulsive and Anxiety Disorder Program and the Clinical Psychopharmacology Program, Clinical Director, Seaver Autism Center, Mount Sinai School of Medicine
Tuesday, October 5, 2004, 11:30 am, HSC L2 LH 4
All are welcome to attend
Submitted by: Linda Hans/UHMC
06. Charitable (Habitat, Blood drives, Cats, etc...)
1. 16TH Annual Run/Walk for Children, Gilenas Jr. High, Setauket, N.Y. 9:30 am
5K Run/Walk to benefit the Child Life Program here at Stony Brook University Hospital. All proceeds benefit the Child Life Playrooms. All welcome to participate in this fun, family event.
Register on line at www.Active.com or on the day of the race.
Registration starts at 7:30 am. RACE starts at 9:30. For more information call 444-3840. See you there!
Submitted by: Paulette Walter/UHMC
2. Help Stem The Population Of Feral Cats On Campus
The SBU Cat Network works to humanely trap, neuter, vaccinate, and care for the many feral cats that live on campus. Capturing kittens at this time of year often means they can be socialized and placed in homes. Capturing older cats means they can be spayed/neutered to avoid the birth of more cats who must fend for themselves outside. If you're interested in helping, please contact Nancy Franklin (nancy.franklin@sunysb.edu).
Submitted by: Anne Moyer/CAS
07. Entertainment (Sports, Movies, Events, etc...)
1. University Art Gallery in Staller Center to Feature Four Faculty Artists
Mixed media artworks by the four most recent faculty additions to Stony Brook University's Department of Art will be exhibited at the University Art Gallery in the Staller Center for the Arts from Tuesday, September 14 through Saturday, October 16. The exhibition entitled "Recent Visions" features works by Stephanie Dinkins, Christa Erickson, Grady Gerbracht, and Nobuho Nagasawa that include a wide range of materials, concepts, and artistic practices. Many pieces incorporate video, sound, digital imagery, unusual materials, and computer controls. University Art Gallery hours are Tuesday through Friday, noon to 4:00 pm, and Saturday, 7:00 to 9:00 pm. The Gallery will also be open for one hour before and during intermission for some Staller Center performances. A closing reception honoring the artists will be held on Saturday, October 16 from 7:00 to 9:00 pm. Admission is free. For information, call 631-632-7240.
Submitted by: Rhonda Cooper/CAS
2. Join Us for an Awesome Day of Food and Fun at Wolfstock 2004!
Wolfstock, Stony Brook's new Homecoming Tradition is celebrating its third year. Join in the fun on Saturday, October 2 beginning at 11:00am. Visit the ever popular Alumni Food Pavilion featuring delicious samples from dozens of the area's finest restaurants, vineyards, and breweries. From mouth-watering appetizers to the finest pastries, the Alumni Food Pavilion features cuisine from around the world all under one tent. Explore your world in the University Expo Center where you will find displays from schools, departments, clubs, and organizations. The Kids Zone will entertain children with a variety of fun activities and attractions including magic shows, balloons, arts and crafts, pony rides,a petting zoo, inflatable rides and games, face painting, pumpkin painting, and much more. Faculty and staff receive the discounted alumni member price. Sign-up today at www.stonybrookalumni.com. For more information call 632-6330.
http://www.stonybrookalumni.com
Submitted by: Sandra Skinner/UAff
3. Fun and Football at Wolfstock: A Homecoming Tradition on October 1 and 2!
All faculty, students, alumni, and staff are invited to experience the excitement of Wolfstock: A Homecoming Tradition on Friday, October 1, and Saturday, October 2. The annual parade starts at 8:00 p.m. on Friday night with students showcasing their "Medieval Times" themed floats and banners. Enjoy great food, entertainment, and a variety of fun activities at Wolfstock Village from 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. on Saturday. The Homecoming Game kicks off at 2:00 p.m. in LaValle Stadium. Cheer on your Seawolves as they take to the field in their first home game of the year.
For more details, visit www.stonybrook.edu/homecoming.
http://www.stonybrook.edu/homecoming
Submitted by: Shelley Catalano/UAff
4. Control Room (Jehane Noujaim/2004/84 min.) Tuesday, September 28, 7:00 p.m., Wang Center Theatre. Free Students Free, $5 general admission.
A fascinating chronicle of the inner-workings of Al Jazeera, the Arab world's most popular news agency. Roundly criticized by US officials for its alleged anti-American bias, Al Jazeera's coverage of the Iraq War drew worldwide acclaim for its vigor and breadth. This documentary provides a counterpoint to the mainstream American coverage of the Iraq war. Co-sponsored with the Undergraduate College of Global Studies and Social Justice Alliance.
http://www.stonybrook.edu/wang
Submitted by: Sunita Mukhi/Pres
5. Michael Feinstein at Staller Center, Sunday, October 3 at 7pm. Top interpreter of popular song! Tickets: $38 at 632-ARTS
The Staller Center professional performance season opens with the cabaret star, Michael Feinstein at the piano, singing standards and popular songs. Order tickets online (stallercenter.com), by phone (632-ARTS), or come to the second floor of Staller Center to our temporary Box Office. Discounts for faculty and staff, children 12 and under half price.
http://stallercenter.com
Submitted by: Julie Greene/CAS
6. Japanese animation series
The Japan Center at Stony Brook will be presenting the Japanese animation series at the Wang Center Theater. The event schedule is as follows or please go to the Japan Center website (
http://naples.cc.stonybrook.edu/CAS/japanese.nsf/pages/news
) for more detail information. Admission is free for everyone.
October 7 (Thursday) 7:00 p.m. Spirited Away (2001) by Hayao Miyazaki
October13 (Wednesday) 7:00 p.m. Princess Mononoke (1997) by Hayao Miyazaki
October 21 (Thursday) 7:00 p.m. Millennium Actress (2001) by Satoshi Kon
October 27 (Wednesday) 7:00 p.m. The Legend of Prince Rama (2000) by Yugo Sako
For further information or if you need a disability-related accommodation, please contact Etsuko Maruoka-Ng (emaruoka@notes.cc.sunysb.edu).
http://naples.cc.stonybrook.edu/CAS/japanese.nsf/pages/news
Submitted by: Etsuko Maruoka-Ng/GST
7. Introducing the Stony Brook Ring!
Alumni, faculty, students and staff can get the first view of the new official Stony Brook Class Ring at Homecoming on Oct. 2. Alumni can visit the Balfour booth in the Expo Tent and enter to win a free ring courtesy of the Alumni Office. Visit www.stonybrookalumni.com for more information.
http://www.stonybrookalumni.com
Submitted by: Joan Dickinson/Uaff
08. For-Pay Workshops/Courses (SPD, etc...)
1. Defensive Driving Class Offered in October
The Empire Safety Council Accident Prevention Workshop emphasizing traffic safety awareness, is proven to reduce both accidents and traffic citations. Your attitudes and behaviors affect the way you drive. Learn to be a defensive driver and save 10% on your auto insurance (liability and collision) and reduce up to four points on your driving record. This is a six hour course. Two Wednesdays, 10/13 and 10/20, 6pm - 9pm; Student Union Bldg; Instructor: K. O'Brien. Send two checks $18/student, $22/non-student (payable to SBU Crafts Center), and additional $13 per person fee (payable to K. O'Brien). Mail registration form and two checks to: The Stony Brook Union Crafts Center, Stony Brook University, Stony Brook, NY 11794-3200. The Crafts Center, located in the lower level of the Union building, offers non-credit arts and leisure classes and is open to everyone. Call for walk-in registration/brochure, 632-6822. Pre-registration is necessary.
Submitted by: Janice Costanzo/OSA
2. Macromedia Dreamweaver MX
NCE 328 - 6 sessions - Fee $319
Dreamweaver is the industry-standard website development software, supporting sophisticated functions such as JavaScript, Dynamic HTML, and CSS. This course will cover topics such as basic page creation, layout tables, frames v. no frames, how to edit HTML, internal FTP capabilities, and how to manage workflow. Students will explore the cross-application functions, such as incorporating Fireworks graphics and Flash buttons.
Required Text: Macromedia Dreamweaver MX for Windows and Macintosh: A Visual Quickstart Guide by J. Tarin Towers, retail: $24.99. Cost of text is not included in the course fee. Students must bring textbook to the first class meeting.
Section A: Mon., 6:00-9:00 pm, Oct 25; Nov. 1, 8, 15, 22, 29, 2004
Section B: Sat., 3 full-day sessions 9:00-4:00pm, Oct 23, 30; Nov. 6
10% discount University employees and students, CSEA LEAP Vouchers accepted
To register go to SPD Website at
http://www.stonybrook.edu/spd/career/registration.html
Submitted by: Frank Esposito/Prov
3. Target Fitness Weight Management Program ? Convenient for Employees Starting September 30th from 12:00-1:00 on West Campus!
Looking for research-based nutrition approaches for controlling your weight, diabetes, high cholesterol or high blood pressure? Tired of the weight loss roller coaster? Registered Dietitians in the Department of Family Medicine can develop a plan that will work for you. Simply join a Target Fitness Weight Management group.
The Target Fitness Weight Management Program offers the following: a 12 week program with weekly support and education meetings, individualized diet prescriptions based on medical history, pre and post body composition analysis (measure of body fat and muscle), establishment of individualized short and long term weight goals, intensive education on research-based nutrition strategies for weight loss, introduction to appropriate stress reduction and behavioral change techniques, training on innovative self-monitoring strategies, tips on reading food labels and effective tips grocery shopping, meal preparation and eating out strategies. Call 444-4000 to sign up for 12, 1 hour classes.
Cost: $180.00
Submitted by: Lauren Gargiula/UHMC
4. Introduction to Microsoft Excel
NCE 314 - 4 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.
Section B: Tues, 9:00-12:45 pm, Oct. 5, 12, 19, 26, 2004
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 632-7071
Submitted by: Frank Esposito/Prov
5. Web Page Design and Site Management with FrontPage
NCE 325.5 - 3 sessions - Fee: $159
Microsoft FrontPage is a quick, effective way to create and manage professional-quality Internet sites without programming. It makes it easy for new users and professional Web developers to build and maintain well-designed Web sites in no time. Learn how to employ wizards, templates, page editing, graphics, themes and forms to create sophisticated looking frame-based sites. Students will also explore FrontPage's advanced features, Active X controls, Java applets, plug-ins, PowerPoint animation.
Prerequisite: Experience in basic webpage creation.
Section A: Thurs, 6:00-9:00 pm, Oct. 7,14, 21, 2004
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 632-7071
Submitted by: Frank Esposito/Prov
6. 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 information. Topics include how to create databases, forms, filters and reports.
Prerequisite: Introduction to Windows or equivalent experience.
Section B: Saturday course that meets for two full days and one half day. Oct. 2 and 9, 2004: 9:00 am-4:00 pm; Oct. 16, 2004: 9:00 am-noon
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 632-7071
Submitted by: Frank Esposito/Prov
7. Learn to Program with Visual Basic 6
NCE 309 - 5 sessions - Fee: $259
This is an introduction to programming using Visual Basic. No prior programming experience or knowledge of programming required. This course provides the background knowledge on what programming is and guides you through the steps that professional programmers take when they're tackling a programming job from start to finish.
Required Text: Learn to Program with Visual Basic 6 (ISBN: 1590591518) by John Smiley, Retail US $29.99. Student must bring textbook to the first class meeting.
Section A: Saturday course that meets for two full days and one half day. Oct. 9 and 16, 2004: 9:00 am-4:00 pm; Oct. 23, 2004: 9:00 am-noon
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 632-7071
Submitted by: Frank Esposito/Prov
8. Microsoft 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.
Required Text: Teach Yourself Access 2000 (by IDG). Cost of textbook is not included in the fee. Students must bring textbook to the first class meeting.
Section A: Fri., 6:00-9:00 pm, Oct. 29; Nov. 5, 12, 19, 2004
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 632-7071
Submitted by: Frank Esposito/Prov
9. QuickBooks 2002
NCE 301 - 5 sessions - Fee: $259
Become familiar with this simplified small-business accounting software. The program allows you to maintain a general ledger, track vendors, customers and inventory; organize business records and finances by using bank reconciliation, financial statements and reporting of transactions. The software allows for entry and reporting of all accounting activity.
Required Text: QuickBooks 2002, The Official Guide, Kathy Ivens, Retail US $30.00. Students must bring textbook to the first class meeting.
Prerequisite: Introduction to Windows or equivalent experience.
Section A: Sat., 1:00-4:00pm, Oct. 23, 30; Nov. 6, 13, 20, 2004
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 632-7071
Submitted by: Frank Esposito/Prov
10. Desktop Publishing QuarkXPress
NCE 320 - 8 Sessions - Fee: $429
QuarkXPress is the foundation application for layout of printed material. This comprehensive, hands-on course will guide students through the stages of document production. Topics include: document construction, word processing basics, importing text and pictures, page layout and design, typography, style sheets, libraries, working with pictures, creating colors and printing.
Required Text: QuarkXPress 5 for Windows & Macintosh Visual Quickstart Guide by Elaine Weinmann. This textbook and accompanying CD address both Macintosh and Windows users. Cost of the textbook is not included in the course fee. Students must bring textbook to the first class meeting.
Prerequisite: Introduction to Windows or equivalent experience.
Section A: Wed, 6:00-9:00 pm, Oct 20, 27; Nov. 3, 10, 17; Dec. 1, 8, 15, 2004
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 632-7071
Submitted by: Frank Esposito/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 these cancers, 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 Pat Gramer at 444-7995 or 1-800-566-9667.
Submitted by: Erin O'Leary/UHMC
10. Miscellaneous
1. Domestic Student Health Insurance
September 30 is the last date to enroll for the optional health insurance plan. This plan is reasonably priced, and covers many medically necessary services, anywhere in the world. Any part time or full time domestic student is eligible, and dependents of students may also be covered at additional cost.
For details please contact Leta Edelson in the Student Health Insurance Office (631.632.6054). Office hours are 9am-4:15pm, Monday-Friday in the west campus Student Health Service (Infirmary).
Submitted by: Leta Edelson/OSA
2. Candlelight Celebration Honoring Women Past and Present Affected By Gynecological Cancers
Please join us for a Candlelight Celebration Honoring Women Past and Present Affected By Gynecological Cancers
Dr. Eva Chalas And other guest speakers, Wednesday, September 29 5:30 - 7:30 p.m.
Armed Forces Plaza, Hauppauge, New York, (in front of H. Lee Dennison Building, 100 Veterans Memorial Highway)
Ample parking directly on site.
For further information contact Dayna McCauley at 631-864-5440
Sponsored by Long Island Gynecological Oncologists, Long Island OCEANS (Ovarian Cancer Education Awareness Network and Support)
Submitted by: Marylou Stewart/UHMC