Campus Announcements for the week of 01/10/2005
Table of Contents
01. Administrative (dept moves/closes, employee info, Admin announcements)
1. Do you set-up conference calls?
2. 2005 IRS Mileage Rate
3. West Campus Libraries And Blackboard Join Efforts To Offer Electronic Reserves
4. Research Foundation employees - A new RF Employee Handbook is available for your review. Please proceed to gain access.
5. The University Senate has completed its analysis of the results of the 2003 faculty and staff survey.
03. Workshops/Courses/Training (work related; HR, EAP, DoIT, etc...)
1. Blackboard Workshops in January
2. New Year's Resolution idea - Learn how to archive your mail and clean up your Lotus Notes mail database!
3. OSX Macintosh Session from Apple
4. 2005 HRS, Training and Development Catalogs are Here!
5. Supervisor Training (Foundations of Supervising)
Conducted by HRS, Training & Organizational Development
6. Positive Confrontation Workshop (Conducted by HRS Training & Organizational Development)
7. Employee Assistance Program Lunchtime Learning Personal Money Management - Parts I,II,III,IV
8. Visa Procurement Card Training
9. Employee Assistance Program Lunchtime Learning Managing Stress & Anger - Empower Yourself to Lead a Balanced Life
05. Hosp/HSC Conferences/Seminars/Lectures
1. James N Davis, MD Memorial Seminar
2. Psychiatry & Behavioral Science Grand Rounds
3. Department of Physiology and Biophysics Seminar
07. Entertainment (Sports, Movies, Events, etc...)
1. Spring Semester Films at Staller Center for the Arts-Buy a Film Pass at stallercenter.com
2. Winter Softball Pitching Clinics Offered By Seawolves Staff
3. SchoolPlus Enrichment Program For Children ages 3-16 in Stony Brook
08. For-Pay Workshops/Courses (SPD, etc...)
1. MS in Technological Systems Management with a concentration in Global Industrial Management
2. Center for Wine, Food,& Culture Presents: Wine Dynamics Series: January 25: THE HISTORY OF DRINKS IN NEW YORK
3. NetPlus Preparation
4. Making A Small Winery Compete In A Big Market, Tuesday, January 18, 2005, 6:30-8:00 P.M.
5. Weight Management for the New Year! Join the Target Fitness Weight Management Program today!
09. Research (Studies, Testing, etc...)
1. Are You Depressed? We Can Help!
2. Long Island Database Project - Volunteers Needed
3. Treatment Study for Children’s Behavioral Control Problems
10. Miscellaneous
1. Register Now for Stony Brook Day in Albany - March 1, 2005
01. Administrative (dept moves/closes, employee info, Admin announcements)
1. Do you set-up conference calls?
Telecommunication and Networking (TeLNeT) has noticed an increased volume of conference calls being placed by the University Community and Hospital staff. Many of the conference calls are set up incorrectly when using AT&T, resulting in higher costs being passed on to the end user.
There are reference guides on the DoIT Web page (see link below) to better help you choose and setup the appropriate type conference call that will meet your needs. You can use the University's telephone system to connect all parties or AT&T Teleconference Services when you want all parties to call into a conference bridge.
TeLNeT will be happy to train you and your staff on the most efficient and cost effective way to set up a conference call. For additional information or to set up a training session call the Telephony Office at 632-9130.
http://naples.cc.sunysb.edu/doit.nsf/pages/phoneinfo
Submitted by: Melissa Bishop/DoIT
2. 2005 IRS Mileage Rate
Effective January 1, 2005, the IRS has announced that the personal car mileage rate for the calendar year 2005 has been increased to 40.5 cents per mile. The 3-cent increase is due to higher prices for vehicles and fuel during the year. The new rate applies to both State and Research Foundation travel.
If you need additional information, please contact Rosalie Makarick in the Procurement/Travel office @ 2-6022 or email: rosalie.makarick@stonybrook.edu.
Submitted by: Rosalie Makarick/Admin
3. West Campus Libraries And Blackboard Join Efforts To Offer Electronic Reserves
SBU Libraries, West Campus, is pleased to announce a new Electronic Reserves service for the Spring 2005 semester. Documents selected by faculty will be digitized by library staff, in accordance with Fair Use and other copyright guidelines, and centrally managed through the Blackboard system.
Faculty must first request an E-Reserves course in Blackboard. Once the course has been created, documents are requested through an on-line form on the Reserves webpage, and library Reserve staff will add them to your E-Reserves Blackboard course.
Details are available on the Libraries' Course Reserves webpages at
http://sunysb.edu/~library/services/circulation/reservefac.html
Submitted by: Nathan Baum/Lib
4. Research Foundation employees - A new RF Employee Handbook is available for your review. Please proceed to gain access.
The Research Foundation has requested that all RF employees be provided access to the new RF Employee Handbook. An acknowledgement of having read the handbook or having access to it is required. An automatic electronic acknowledgement has been set up for your convenience. Please go to our website and click on the "Employee Handbook Acknowledgement" stamp above Winter Reminders. If you are unable to sign on, please click any FEEDBACK link on the HRS website to request a hard copy of the RF Employee Handbook.
http://www.stonybrook.edu/hr
Submitted by: Vicky McLaughlin/Admin
5. The University Senate has completed its analysis of the results of the 2003 faculty and staff survey.
The University Senate has completed its analysis of the results of the 2003 faculty and staff survey. The report is available electronically at:
http://ws.cc.sunysb.edu/doit/campusonly/
The report summarizes the major findings of the survey, and contains an analysis of the results in each major area of the survey. When possible,the survey report compares the 2003 survey results with those of the most recent survey (1997).
Results are tabulated in both general categories (e.g., maintenance) to which all responders contributed and categories relating to the stated affiliation of the responder. A guiding principle in the writing of the report was to maintain the anonymity of responders. In keeping with past surveys, selected comments are included in the final report. These comments represent general themes of the responders, and have been edited to remove any identifying information.
http://ws.cc.sunysb.edu/doit/campusonly/
Submitted by: Laurie Theobalt/Prov
03. Workshops/Courses/Training (work related; HR, EAP, DoIT, etc...)
1. Blackboard Workshops in January
Instructional Computing's Blackboard Support team will be offering a few workshops over Intercession, including: What is Blackboard? Setting Up your Blackboard site and Using Blackboard to Manage Assignments & Grades.
For more information & to register please visit:
http://www.sinc.sunysb.edu/Ic/Classes/
We need at least 7 people to register in order to run a session
Submitted by: Instructional Computing's Blackboard support team
2. New Year's Resolution idea - Learn how to archive your mail and clean up your Lotus Notes mail database!
Click here now and register online for "Getting Organized With Lotus Notes". This class will cover lots of important topics. Read the course description.
http://clientsupport.stonybrook.edu/training/Notes_training.shtml
Submitted by: Kim Rant/DoIT
3. OSX Macintosh Session from Apple
Apple Computers will be on campus this coming Weds. 12th. These sessions will be particularly geared towards people who need to interface with a Macintosh from the technical side, but anyone can attend.
Place: The CELT (1st floor Ward Melville Library)
Morning Session: 10:30am, New Technology Brief, special focus given to new hardware and software just announced at the Macworld Expo in San Fransico.
Break for Lunch
Afternoon Sessions:
1) 1:30-2:30 Mac OS X Introduction - An overview of what makes OS X different in the marketplace, with an emphasis on the more technical aspects of OS X.
2) 2:45-3:45 Mac OS X for Systems Administrators - Apple Applications, Utilities, Techniques, and restore and lock-down tips.
Submitted by: Jennifer Adams/DoIT
4. 2005 HRS, Training and Development Catalogs are Here!
As we enter the New Year, this is a good time to plan your training and development needs for 2005. Don't miss out on upcoming programs! If you would like a copy of our Course Catalog or if you have questions, please contact Pat Lore @2-4501 or e-mail: plore@notes.cc.sunysb.edu
http://www.stonybrook.edu/hr/training
Submitted by: Cindy Brodsky/Admin
5. Supervisor Training (Foundations of Supervising)
Conducted by HRS, Training & Organizational Development
Attention all Supervisors! This comprehensive program focuses on the skills and knowledge necessary to be an effective supervisor. This program is recemommended for ALL NEW SUPERVISORS as well as supervisors who have never been formally trained in the supervisory function.
This program fills up quickly, so register now!
Start Date: January 12, 2005 9:30-1:00 This is an 8-session program. To see a complete description as well as dates/times of this program, visit the website below or contact Pat Lore @2-4501, e-mail: plore@notes.cc.sunysb.edu
http://www.stonybrook.edu/hr/training
Submitted by: Cindy Brodsky/Admin
6. Positive Confrontation Workshop (Conducted by HRS Training & Organizational Development)
Life is full of sticky situations, packed with difficult conversations and loaded with confrontation. Confrontation affects our relationships (both professional and personal), our image and our self-esteem. It is not the confrontation, it's what we do with it that makes the difference. This workshop will accomplish the following objectives: -How do you typically act when you confront someone? -How do you confront someone is a positive, proactive manner -Do's and Dont's
Date: January 28, 2005 Time: 9:30-12:30
To Register: Contact Pat Lore @2-4501 for a registration form or click on the link below
http://www.stonybrook.edu/hr/training
Submitted by: Cindy Brodsky/Admin
7. Employee Assistance Program Lunchtime Learning Personal Money Management - Parts I,II,III,IV
Through a series of Action Steps, you'll learn ways to organize your finances and make wise decisions about your financial future. None of the action steps require any prior expertise or experience with money.
All that's required is your willingness to (1) set some goals, (2) collect and record information and (3) take one small step after another to accomplish them. Once you know where you want to go with your money (your goals) and where you are now (your records), you'll be ready to plan the future of your finances.
Part I, January 20, 2005, 12-1:30, West Campus (Room to be announced)
Part II, February 3, 2005, 12-1:30, SAC 305
Part III, February 10, 2005, 12-1:30, (Room to be announced)
Part IV, February 17, 2005, 12-1:30, SAC 305
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. Visa Procurement Card Training
There will be open enrollment and Visa Procurement card training for new applicants starting in January 2005. All new applicants must attend trainig as required by New York State. You must have approval of your supervisor to attend training. Sessions will be offered throughout the year and will be filled on a first come basis, as space is limited. Please select a date and contact Maryann Dolan @ 2-6017 to reserve your space.
Dates: January 20th, February 10th, & February 17th.
Location: ECC Training Room, ED Communications Ctr. on Main Campus Time: 2-3:30
Submitted by: Maryann Dolan/Admin
9. Employee Assistance Program Lunchtime Learning Managing Stress & Anger - Empower Yourself to Lead a Balanced Life
The Williams LifeSkills System for Managing Stress & Anger is about self-empowerment. You can become more productive, improve relationships and lead a less stressful and possible longer life. The 10 skills in this Workbook and Video Series will show you how. Learn when to: speak up, listen, take action, make decisions.
East Campus, Part I, February 4, 2005, HSC, Room to be announced. Time:11:30-12:30
East Campus, Part II, February 7, 2005, HSC,Room to be announced. Time: 11:30-12:30
West Campus,Part I, February 8, 2005, SAC 305, 12-1:00
West Campus, Part II, February 10, 2005, Room to be announced, 12-1:00
To Register: Call EAP at 632-6085
Please feel free to bring your lunch.
http://www.sunysb.edu/eap
Submitted by: Linda Tatem/Pres
05. Hosp/HSC Conferences/Seminars/Lectures
1. James N Davis, MD Memorial Seminar
JAMES N. DAVIS, MD MEMORIAL SEMINAR.
NIH General Clinical Research Center (GCRC) and The Department of Medicine Seminar Series
Topic: Neurotrophins and Epileptogenesis: In Search of an Ounce of Prevention
Presenter: James O. McNamara, MD., Chair, Department of Neurobiology
Carl R. Deane Professor of Neuroscience, Director, Center for Translational Neuroscience, Duke University Medical Center
Date: Friday, January 21, 2005
Place: Harold Atkins Learning Center, HSC Level 4 Room 135, Time: Refreshments begin 3:45pm, Seminar begins at 4:00pm.
Submitted by: Adnan Rangwala/UHMC
2. Psychiatry & Behavioral Science Grand Rounds
Why Psychotherapy Research Should Use a Pill Placebo
Arthur Rifkin, MD, Professor of Psychiatry, Albert Einstein College of Medicine, Director of Mental Retardation & Developmental Disabilities Program, Zucker Hillside Hospital
Tuesday, January 11, 2005, 11:30 am, HSC L3 LH6
All are welcome to attend
Toward a New Model of Personality Disorders: Diagnostic and Treatment Implications
Andrew Skodol, MD, Professor of Psychiatry, Columbia University, Director, Department of Personality Studies, New York State Psychiatric Institute
Tuesday, January 18, 2005, 11:30 am, HSC L3 LH6
All are welcome to attend
Submitted by: Linda Hans/UHMC
3. Department of Physiology and Biophysics Seminar
Wednesday, January 12, 2005, at 12 noon "Single Molecule Studies of Synaptic Vesicle Fusion"
Dr. Mark Bowen, Department of Molecular and Cellular Physiology, Stanford University, Stanford, California
Place: Basic Science Tower, T-5, Room 140
Host: Faculty Search Committee
Submitted by: Robin Green/UHMC
07. Entertainment (Sports, Movies, Events, etc...)
1. Spring Semester Films at Staller Center for the Arts-Buy a Film Pass at stallercenter.com
A film pass for $20 is good for all twelve films to be screened at Staller Center this semester. Friday, January 28 begins the series, with "The Incredibles" at 7 pm followed by "Infernal Affairs" at 9:30 pm, a film in Cantonese with subtitles.
Go to stallercenter.com for the complete line-up of films and to order a film pass, or call 631-632-ARTS.
http://stallercenter.com
Submitted by: Julie Greene/CAS
2. Winter Softball Pitching Clinics Offered By Seawolves Staff
Pitching clinics will be held Saturday, January 15 (Beginngers/Indtermediate levels) and Saturday, January 22 (Advanced level). Times for both clinics are 9:00am-12:00 noon and the cost for each is $75.00. Please contact Assistant Coach Stephanie Poetzsch at 631-632-4754. Further information, as well as a clinic application, can be found at www.goseawolves.org/softball
Submitted by: Megan Bryant/Pres
3. SchoolPlus Enrichment Program For Children ages 3-16 in Stony Brook
SchoolPlus Enrichment Program in Stony Brook launches its second semester on January 16, 2005. The Stony Brook branch utilizes the facilities of Stony Brook University. Classes take place on Sundays in the Physics building. The Stony Brook program offers classes in Math, Physics, Art, and Russian Language. The program is open to all children.
Small classes (6-12 kids) and very experienced teachers allow us to make our school interesting and challenging for every child.
Registration is open online on the school's website. You are welcome to register your child for any number of subjects we offer.
http://www.school-plus.com
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Contact information: For all questions, please contact the local organizer, Marina Polonskaia: e-mail:schoolplus_sb@yahoo.com, phone: (631) 608-3467.
http://www.school-plus.com
Submitted by: Alexandre Abanov/CAS
08. For-Pay Workshops/Courses (SPD, etc...)
1. MS in Technological Systems Management with a concentration in Global Industrial Management
Are you interested in pursuing a career path in Operations Management which can lead you to the position of Chief Operating Officer (COO)? Applications are now being accepted for a Master of Science in Technological Systems Management with a concentration in Global Industrial Management. Learn how to manage complex global organizations by understanding how to integrate people, processes, and technology to solve the challenges of the 21st century.
For additional information go to:
http://www.stonybrook.edu/est/academics/im.html
If you have application questions call Carole Rose at 632-8770. If you have curriculum questions email Herb Schiller at herb.schiller@sunysb.edu.
http://www.stonybrook.edu/est/academics/im.html
Submitted by: Herb Schiller/CEAS
2. Center for Wine, Food,& Culture Presents: Wine Dynamics Series: January 25: THE HISTORY OF DRINKS IN NEW YORK
Arthur Schwartz, the "Food Maven"
New York's WOR-Radio personality will talk about the origins of Manhattan's special drinks, from Bloody Mary to Long Island wines, while conducting a tasting of his favorites. This will be a chance to shmooze with Arthur, far from the madding crowd, while tasting some fine beverages and New York nibbles.
Fee: $85.00, which includes a copy of his new book, Arthur Schwartz's New York City Food (a $45.00 retail value)
Space is limited, so please register early. To register, call Ginny Clancy at (631) 632-9404.
http://www.stonybrook.edu/sb/winecenter/events.shtml
Submitted by: Ginny Clancy/Pres
3. NetPlus Preparation
Networking Fundamentals is a general introduction to the full range of computer networking, from local-area network to wide-area network technology, using as hardware the computers built and studied in preceding sections. Troubleshooting and diagnosing instructor initiated "bugs" are essential elements of this section. Networking Fundamentals will prepare candidates to successfully complete the CompTIA Network+ examination.
Prerequisites: None
Tuition is $1,325.00
Track A: Thurs. - 6pm-10pm, Jan. 13, 20, 27; Feb. 3, 10, 17, 24; Mar. 3 & 10, 2005
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 632-7068
Submitted by: Frank Esposito/Prov
4. Making A Small Winery Compete In A Big Market, Tuesday, January 18, 2005, 6:30-8:00 P.M.
Vincent Galluccio, Owner, Galluccio Family Wineries
Successful entrepreneur Galluccio will discuss the tiers of marketing that can be used to grow a wine brand in a highly competitive market, with a wine tasting that will demonstrate how to align price, brand and quality.
Fee: First person is $75.00."Bring a Friend" and the second person gets a discount registration fee of $50.00
http://www.stonybrook.edu/sb/winecenter/events.shtml
Submitted by: Ginny Clancy/Pres
5. Weight Management for the New Year! Join the Target Fitness Weight Management Program today!
Target Fitness is designed for adults with weight management or other health related problems such as type 2 diabetes, hypertension or high cholesterol. Through individualized strategies and goals, this 12-week program consists of weekly one-hour sessions that will guide participants to develop research-based skills to facilitate gradual and permanent weight loss.
Fee: $180.00 for 12 weeks ($15.00 per session)
Start Date: Tuesday, January 11 (12:00-1:00-12th floor of hospital)
End Date: Tuesday, March 29
Call Health Connect to sign up at 444-4000.
Submitted by: Lauren Gargiula/UHMC
09. Research (Studies, Testing, etc...)
1. 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
2. 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 Pat Gramer at 444-7995 or 1-800-566-9667.
Submitted by: Erin O'Leary/UHMC
3. Treatment Study for Children’s Behavioral Control Problems
The Division of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry at Stony Brook University is conducting a study of treatment steps for children, ages 6 to 14, who have attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder plus other behavioral control problems (aggression, explosiveness, low frustration tolerance, etc.). Eligible children receive free evaluation and study treatment, including medication and help with behavioral support strategies. The study is sponsored by the National Institutes of Health.
For more information, please call the Research Coordinator, Alisa Jahns, at (631)632-8317.
Submitted by: Alisa Jahns/HSC
10. Miscellaneous
1. Register Now for Stony Brook Day in Albany - March 1, 2005
On March 1, Stony Brook students, faculty, staff and alumni will journey up to our State Capital for one of the most important events of the year. It's Stony Brook Day in Albany, and we want you to come. You'll get a chance to celebrate Stony Brook - to let your legislators know what the University means to you and we'll show our State representatives how much their support means to us. You'll have a chance to meet people from all parts of the campus and experience firsthand how our government works. There's even an end of day celebration. Register on-line at www.stonybrook.edu/albany
TAKE THE RIDE. SHOW YOUR PRIDE.
Submitted by: Karen Keeley/UAff