Campus Announcements for the week of 01/31/2005
Table of Contents
01. Administrative (dept moves/closes, employee info, Admin announcements)
1. West Campus Libraries And Blackboard Join Efforts To Offer Electronic Reserves
2. Domestic Student Health Insurance Plan
3. International Travel Policy (ITP)
4. International Student Health Insurance Plan
5. Limited Availability Of Intranasal Flu Vaccine (Flumist) At The Stony Brook University Student Health Service
02. Hosp/HSC Admin Announcements
1. Psychiatry Adult Outpatient Department has moved
03. Workshops/Courses/Training (work related; HR, EAP, DoIT, etc...)
1. Library Tours and Workshops
2. Employee Assistance Program Lunchtime Learning Managing Stress & Anger-Empower Yourself to Lead a Balanced Life
3. Summer 2005 Undergraduate Research Internship Program
04. Conferences/Seminars/Lectures
1. Biochemistry & Cell Biology Seminar * Next Week *
2. Topics in Atmospheric and Oceanic Sciences Seminar
3. Oceans and Atmosphere Colloquium, February 4, 2005
4. Women's Studies Program Symposium: African Feminist Epistemologies
5. Distinguished Lecture in Computer Science: Kathy McKeown
6. Computer Science Distinguished Lecture: Professor Kathy McKeown, Columbia
7. Mechanical Engineering Distinguished Lecture Series
8. Doctoral Defenses this week
9. Brookhaven National Labs Seminar - What's New In Informed Consent For Research Involving Human Subjects?
05. Hosp/HSC Conferences/Seminars/Lectures
1. Lawson Class for Evening Shift Staff - February 3, 2005
06. Charitable (Habitat, Blood drives, Cats, etc...)
1. Adopt a formerly-feral cat from the USB Cat Network.
07. Entertainment (Sports, Movies, Events, etc...)
1. Career Women's Luncheon - Thursday, February 3, 12 Noon
2. UUP Annual Dinner Dance
3. Historical Contradance: A Winter's Night in Setauket
4. Thursday, February 3, 2005, 4:30 - 6:00 p.m. Master Class by Beijing Modern Dance Company
5. Friday, February 4, 2005, 6-7 p.m. Conversation with Willie Tsao, Artistic Director, Beijing Modern Dance Company
6. Staller Center presents Beijing Modern Dance Company in "Rear Light," 8:00 pm, Friday, February 4
7. Staller Center presents "Over the Rainbow," with Faith Prince and Tom Wopat, Saturday, Feb. 5 at 8:00 pm
8. Reiki Healing Circle
9. Kundalini Yoga Workshop
10. Pottery Sale in the Union Lobby
11. Black 47's Larry Kirwan at The University Cafe, Sunday February 13th at 2 P.M.
08. For-Pay Workshops/Courses (SPD, etc...)
1. Master of Business Administration (MBA) accepting applications for Fall 2005.
2. Defensive Driving Program Offered for UUP employees and their immediate family members.
3. Weight Watchers at Work
4. Stony Brook Hospital Health Sciences Center, Master Of Public Health Program
5. Alexander Technique Sessions
6. Macromedia Dreamweaver MX NCE 328 - 6 sessions - Fee $319
7. Exploring Macromedia FLASH MX NCE 329 - 12 sessions - Fee: $629
8. Electric Rain Swift 3D NCE 331 - 4 sessions - Fee $209
9. Designing a Website with Microsoft Publisher NCE 325.4 - 2 sessions - Fee: $109
10. Managing Data with Access NCE 317 - 5 sessions - Fee: $259
11. Learn to Program with Visual Basic 6 NCE 309 - 5 sessions - Fee: $259
12. Arts and Craft Classes Just for the Fun of it!
13. Defensive Driving Classes Offered in March and April
09. Research (Studies, Testing, etc...)
1. Earn Money In Psychology Studies On Traits, Coping, And Problem Solving
2. Are you or your partner depressed? Is it affecting your marriage/relationship? We Can Help!
10. Miscellaneous
1. 7Th Annual Institute For Medicine In Contemporary Society Writing Contest. Guest Judge: John Store, MD And Author
2. Summer Camp at Stony Brook 632-4550 June 27 - August 19, 2005
3. Ambassadorial Scholarships From The Rotary Foundation Of Rotary International
4. Call For Nominations
5. Free Blood Pressure & Cholesterol Screenings
01. Administrative (dept moves/closes, employee info, Admin announcements)
1. 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
2. Domestic Student Health Insurance Plan
The University offers all domestic students (part time or full time, undergraduate or grad level) a reasonably-priced health insurance plan. The cost for spring/summer is $466, and covers you for many medical bills from the date your enrollment is processed until midnight, August 15. The last date for enrollments is February 28.
For enrollment materials, and further insurance plan information please contact Leta Edelson at the Student Health Insurance Office in the west campus Infirmary; the phone number is 631.632.6054; office hours are 9am-4pm, Monday-Friday.
Submitted by: Leta Edelson/OSA
3. International Travel Policy (ITP)
This is a reminder that all students who travel abroad on University programs are required to complete all International Travel Policy forms. Faculty traveling abroad with students on University programs are required to complete the two-page itinerary form. Faculty or staff traveling abroad on University business are strongly advised to complete all of the forms for themselves as well. They can be found on the International Academic Programs (IAP) website at www.stonybrook.edu/iap under "Links" then "International Travel Policy" then "Forms."
Permission is not required for student travel unless the country in question is on the State Department Travel Warning list. A complete list of countries can be found at
http://travel.state.gov/travel/warnings.html
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All forms, questions, e-mails, or comments regarding the ITP should be sent to Jennifer Schlitz, E5320 Melville Library, Z=3390 or Jennifer.Schlitz@stonybrook.edu.
http://www.stonybrook.edu/iap
Submitted by: Jennifer Schlitz/Prov
4. International Student Health Insurance Plan
If you have registered for classes, the insurance premium of $371.25 has been placed on your University bill. This mandatory fee must be paid on time. If you have health insurance coverage already, you may file a waiver in the Student Health Insurance Office no later than February 11. The waiver must be accompanied by a summary of the insurance benefits your plan offers, along with a description of any co-payments, deductibles, and exclusions. For further information and waiver forms contact the Insurance Office in the west campus Infirmary; phone number 631.632.6054. Office hours are 9am-4pm, Monday-Friday.
Submitted by: Leta Edelson/OSA
5. Limited Availability Of Intranasal Flu Vaccine (Flumist) At The Stony Brook University Student Health Service
There is a limited supply of intranasal influenza vaccine (FluMist) available at the Student Health Service for those 5 to 49 years of age who are in good health. Students -$20 Staff -$25. Please contact the Student Health Service for more information at 2-6740
http://studentaffairs.stonybrook.edu/shs
Submitted by: Robert Ansbach/OSA
02. Hosp/HSC Admin Announcements
1. Psychiatry Adult Outpatient Department has moved
As of January 26, 2005, Psychiatry Adult Outpatient Department will be relocating from the hospital on level 5 to the following off site location:
2500 Stony Brook Medical Park, Suite Two, Stony Brook, NY 11790, phone 631-444-2570, fax 631-444-8962
*IMPORTANT*
All mail should be addressed to the Administrative Office in the HSC T10-020 at Z=8101 it will be hand delivered daily to the Adult OPD
Submitted by: Linda Hans/UHMC
03. Workshops/Courses/Training (work related; HR, EAP, DoIT, etc...)
1. Library Tours and Workshops
New to the Libraries? Take a tour and find out where the best place to study is. Get a head start on your research skills: take a workshop on searching the catalog, the web, and more!
http://naples.cc.stonybrook.edu/lib/libforms.nsf/tours
Submitted by: Janet Clarke/Lib
2. 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
3. Summer 2005 Undergraduate Research Internship Program
The Center for Biotechnology is accepting applications for the Summer 2005 Undergraduate Research Internship Program. Internships will be established within the local biotechnology industry. Students will spend their summer at a company learning laboratory techniques and contributing to specific research projects. Students interested in careers in the biotechnology industry would be optimal candidates for selection as trainees under this program. Applicants will be selected from students beginning their junior or senior year who are majoring in any biology or chemistry department. Students in other life sciences departments, with equivalent but not exact qualifications as outlined in the application guidlines, are encouraged to contact Celeste Radgowski to discuss candidate eligibility. Application forms and information can be found on the Center's website www.biotech.sunysb.edu. Deadline for application is January 31, 2005. For application assistance, please contact Celeste Radgowski at 631-632-8521 or at cradgowski@notes.cc.sunysb.edu
http://www.biotech.sunysb.edu
Submitted by: Celeste Radgowski/CEAS
04. Conferences/Seminars/Lectures
1. Biochemistry & Cell Biology Seminar * Next Week *
You are cordially invited to attended a seminar by Dr. Ian Chambers from the University of Edinburgh on Wednesday, February 9, 2005, at 2:00pm in room 038, Life Sciences Building. He will speak on "The Homeodomain Protein Nanog and Mouse ES Cell Self-Renewal". The host is Dr. Bernadette Holdener. If you have any questions, please call 631-632-8550.
Submitted by: Diane Rodriguez/CAS
2. Topics in Atmospheric and Oceanic Sciences Seminar
Professor Andrew Wittenberg from the Geophysical Fluid Dynamics Laboratory, National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, will present a seminar entitled, "Extended Wind Stress Analyses for ENSO" on Wednesday, February 2. The seminar will take place at 11:30 a.m. at the Marine Sciences Research Center, South Campus, Endeavour Hall 120. Light refreshments will be served. For more information, please contact the Institute for Terrestrial and Planetary Atmospheres at 632-8009.
http://atmos.msrc.sunysb.edu
Submitted by: Gina Gartin/MSRC
3. Oceans and Atmosphere Colloquium, February 4, 2005
Dr. Thomas Rossby from the University of Rhode Island, will present a seminar entitled "Interannual variations in upper ocean transport by the Gulf Stream and adjacent waters between New Jersey and Bermuda" at 12:30pm on February 4, 2005.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
4. Women's Studies Program Symposium: African Feminist Epistemologies
Thursday, February 10, 10:30-6:30, Humanities Institute, Melville Library - E4340. African Feminist Epistemologies. The symposium will focus on systems of knowledge encoded in women's cultural productions: oral, literary, visual, and material. The multidisciplinary panel of scholars will present studies from Senegal, Mali, Niger, Nigeria and Cameroun. As such the symposium has a regional concentration on West Africa. This event is co-sponsored with Africana Studies and The Humanities Institute. For more information, call Women's Studies at 632-9176.
Submitted by: Colleen Wallahora/CAS
5. Distinguished Lecture in Computer Science: Kathy McKeown
The Computer Science Department welcomes everyone to its Distinguished Lecture Series, sponsored by Citigroup and the Center of Excellence in Wireless and Information Technology.
Professor Kathy McKeown (Columbia University) will speak about "Text summarization: News and Beyond" at 2:15pm on Friday, February 4, in Computer Science 2311.
Professor McKeown is a Fellow of the Association for Computing Machinery (ACM) and the American Association for Artificial Intelligence (AAAI), a former chair of Columbia's Computer Science Department, and author of over 100 papers. She has served as president of the Association for Computational Linguistics and on the boards of the AAAI and the Computing Research Association (CRA).
Her areas of research include natural language generation, information retrieval, and automated question answering.
http://www.cs.sunysb.edu/events/DLseries/
Submitted by: Scott Stoller/CEAS
6. Computer Science Distinguished Lecture: Professor Kathy McKeown, Columbia
Time: 2:15 on Friday, February 4th Location: Computer Science 2311 Title: Text summarization: News and Beyond
Talk summary: Columbia's Newsblaster system for online news summarization exploits online redundancy to generate a summary, at the same time creating a concise synopsis of recent events for end users. Newsblaster crawls the web nightly for news articles, clusters news on the same event and generates a summary of each event. In this talk, I will present the current capabilities of Newsblaster, with some focus on its ability to generate and edit text. I will then turn to our ongoing work which goes beyond summarization of English news.
Submitted by: Amanda Stent/CEAS
7. Mechanical Engineering Distinguished Lecture Series
Dr. Sia Nemat Nasser, Distinguished Professor of Mechanics and Materials, Dept. of Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering, University of California San Diego to present "A New Horizon in Engineering Sciences: Biomimetic Multifunctional Materials" on Friday, February 11, 2005 at 1:30PM in room 301 of Old Engineering. For information, call Ann at 631 632 8300.
Submitted by: Ann Berrios/CEAS
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. Brookhaven National Labs Seminar - What's New In Informed Consent For Research Involving Human Subjects?
NANCY NEVELOFF DUBLER, LL.B., Director, Division of Bioethics, Department of Epidemiology and Social Medicine, Montefiore Medical Center, Professor of Epidemiology and Social Medicine, Albert Einstein College of Medicine, Director, Law and Ethics Consultation Service, Montefiore Medical Center (Founder), Adjunct Professor of Law, New York University School of Law, Director, Certificate Program in Bioethics and Medical Humanities
Thursday, February 3rd, 2005, 4:00pm, Hamilton Seminar Room, Chemistry Department, Building 555
Submitted by: Adnan Rangwala/UHMC
05. Hosp/HSC Conferences/Seminars/Lectures
1. Lawson Class for Evening Shift Staff - February 3, 2005
Lawson Requisition Training - HTNW27- for Evening Staff on Thursday, February 3, 2005 in the HSC, Medical Informatics Learning Center, Level 2, Room 500 from 3:00 - 5:00 pm.
This workshop is designed to take you through the process of entering various types of procurement requisitions in the Lawson System including: Entering, changing & deleting stores requisitions, adding another page & comments to a requisition; checking for approvals & inquiring on requisitions.
All Lawson users MUST attend this course to obtain a user ID & password. To register please e-mail Jean Solheim or fax your request to 4-9806. Please include name, department, telephone & EMPLOYEE ID #. All other inquiries call Larry Mazza 4-2605.
Submitted by: Jean Solheim/UHMC
06. Charitable (Habitat, Blood drives, Cats, etc...)
1. Adopt a formerly-feral cat from the USB Cat Network.
The USB Cat Network works to humanely trap, neuter, vaccinate, and care for the many feral cats that live on campus. Currently we have a number of cats (not kittens) that have been socialized and are in need of good homes. If you're interested, please contact Nancy Franklin (nancy.franklin@sunysb.edu).
Submitted by: Anne Moyer/CAS
07. Entertainment (Sports, Movies, Events, etc...)
1. Career Women's Luncheon - Thursday, February 3, 12 Noon
The Employee Activities Council would like to invite you to our Career Women's Luncheon on Thursday, February 3, at 12:00 noon, in the Student Union Ballroom. We are honored to have Fred Gardaphe, Ph.D., Professor and Coordinator of Italian-American Program, Stony Brook University, as our speaker. He will talk to you about "Attitudes toward food as well as attitudes towards sex developed quite differently in Italian and American cultures." Dr. Gardaphe examines what those attitudes are and how they have influenced the creation of Italian-American culture and affect our perceptions of Italian-Americans today. You will not want to miss this program.
Please bring your payment of $8.50 to any of the people listed below before Jan 31, (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
2. UUP Annual Dinner Dance
All UUP Members are cordially invited to the UUP Annual Dinner Dance. It will be held on Friday, February 11, 2005 from 7:00 PM to 11:00 PM at the Three Village Inn in Stony Brook. Enjoy hot and cold Hors D'oeuvres, a Victorian Sit Down Dinner, DJ Music, Dancing and Door Prizes. There will be soda, coffee, tea and a cash bar. ALL THIS FOR ONLY $25.00 PER PERSON. Please RSVP prior to February 7, 2005 to Corinne Burns, Chapter Assistant West Campus at 2-6570 or to Sharon Hines, Chapter Assistant HSC at 4-1505.
Submitted by: Corinne Burns/Affl
3. Historical Contradance: A Winter's Night in Setauket
Enjoy an evening of Civil War period dancing and live music, Wednesday, March 9 from 7 to 10 pm at the historic Setauket Neighborhood House. $2 donation suggested. No experience necessary, no partner required. Demonstration and practice at 7:00, dance at 8:00. The dance is a collaborative effort on the part of LITMA (Long Island Traditional Music Association), the Three Village Historical Society, and SUNY Stony Brook's History Department class "Dancing American History from Slavery to Hip Hop." Students who study history from the perspective of dance will be on hand to learn and demonstrate. Larry Moser and Mary Nagin will provide music. Calling the event is Annette Kirk. The Three Village Historical Society will provide period refreshments and other touches of history. The Setauket Neighborhood House is located at 95 Main Street in Setauket, very near the Mill Pond. For more information, call (631) 632-7483.
http://litma.org/scontradance.aspx
Submitted by: April Masten/CAS
4. Thursday, February 3, 2005, 4:30 - 6:00 p.m. Master Class by Beijing Modern Dance Company
Charles B. Wang Center presents this Master Class as a complimentary program to "Rear Light", a visually stimulating dance performance by Beijing Modern Dance Company.
30 people with basic dance training will have an opportunity to learn from the Willie Tsao, the Artistic Director of "Rear Light". The class will focus on Mr. Tsao's unique technique based on the Chinese concept of "Qi." Advanced reservation required. Call now at 632-4400 or email to wangcenter@stonybrook.edu. Free
More information, please go to
http://www.stonybrook.edu/sb/wang/
Submitted by: Jianping Schoolman/Pres
5. Friday, February 4, 2005, 6-7 p.m. Conversation with Willie Tsao, Artistic Director, Beijing Modern Dance Company
Charles B. Wang Center presents the "Conversation" as a complimentary program to "Rear Light", a visually stimulating dance performance by Beijing Modern Dance Company.
Since its inauguration in 1995, the Company has attracted attention by integrating the traditional culture of China with influences from around the world. Artistic Director Will Tsao says "Rear Light" is meant to reflect the younger generation in China today-their fight to be free from tradition and their search for new challenges. Come to Wang Center at 6 PM and enjoy the conversation with the Willie Tsao before the 8 PM performance at Staller Center. Free
For more information, please go to
http://www.stonybrook.edu/sb/wang/
Submitted by: Jianping Schoolman/Pres
6. Staller Center presents Beijing Modern Dance Company in "Rear Light," 8:00 pm, Friday, February 4
Direct from China, Beijing Modern Dance Company will perform an energetic, creative performance to the music of Pink Floyd's "The Wall." Tickets are $30. Students are eligible for $7 tickets by going in person to the Staller Center Box Office with their student ID. Call 631-632-ARTS for more information or order tickets online at stallercenter.com. Related programs at the Charles B. Wang Center, including a chance to hear from the Artistic Director of the company before the performance. See www.stonybrook.edu/wang for more information.
http://stallercenter.com
Submitted by: Julie Greene/CAS
7. Staller Center presents "Over the Rainbow," with Faith Prince and Tom Wopat, Saturday, Feb. 5 at 8:00 pm
Celebrating the 100th anniversary of Harold Arlen's birth, the program stars jazz vocalists and Broadway stars Faith Prince and Tom Wopat singing Arlen favorites: "Stormy Weather," "Old Black Magic," "It's Only a Paper Moon," and more. Backed by a talented band and singers Barbara Morrison and Loston Harris. Multi-media look at Arlen's life and music, with clips from his personal archives. Tickets: $38 Call 631-632-ARTS or go to stallercenter.com
http://stallercenter.com
Submitted by: Julie Greene/CAS
8. Reiki Healing Circle
Join Us for a Reiki Healing Circle Led by Nicole Bernholc, Traditional Reiki Master, NYS Licensed Massage Therapist, Thursdays, February 3rd, 17th, March 3rd, 17th, April 7th, 21st, May 5th
Student Activity Center, Room 308, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
For directions, registration, and additional information contact:632-7263
Submitted by: Allison Milano/OSA
9. Kundalini Yoga Workshop
Kundalini Yoga Workshop, Monday, February 28, 2005, 12:00 pm - 1:30 pm
Student Activity Center Room 306
Instructor: Darlene Attard
FEES: $5.00
Space is limited to 25 participants
Pre-registration required.
To register call Allison Milano 632-7263
Submitted by: Allison Milano/OSA
10. Pottery Sale in the Union Lobby
The Crafts Center will hold a pottery sale on Wednesday, February 2, from 10am - 3pm in the Union Lobby. Our ceramic ware is handmade in the Union Ceramic Center studio located in the lower level room 049. Come on over and support this creative community. Many wonderful pieces available to purchase including vases, teapots, mugs, bowls, plates and more. For more info about the ceramic program and other arts and leisure classes call the Crafts Center at 632-6822.
Submitted by: Janice Costanzo/OSA
11. Black 47's Larry Kirwan at The University Cafe, Sunday February 13th at 2 P.M.
The University Cafe's Sunday Acoustic Concert Series continues with Larry Kirwan (of Black 47) on Sunday, February 13th at 2 P.M.
The lead singer and guitarist of New York City-based Black 47 appears in a rare solo performance that will incorporate songs from the forthcoming Black 47 CD (Elvis Murphy's Green Suede Shoes), short readings from his new autobiography, and songs that have been important to him over the years.
The celtic-based trio Gallowglass will open.
Future concerts include The Kennedys (March 13th), Rod Picott (April 3rd), Rachael Davis with Brett Hartenbach (April 17th) and Chuck Brodsky (May 1st.
Admission is $ 15.00 and is open to all. For Reservations and information call 632-6027 or e mail gpalaia@notes.cc.sunysb.edu
Submitted by: Charles Backfish/CAS
08. For-Pay Workshops/Courses (SPD, etc...)
1. Master of Business Administration (MBA) accepting applications for Fall 2005.
The College of Business is accepting applications for its MBA Program. We offer classes, full-time and part-time, at our Stony Brook and Manhattan campuses. Students may choose to concentrate in finance, information systems management, health management, human resources or entrepreneurial management. A concentration in marketing will be offered in the near future. Please visit our website at: www.stonybrook.edu/collegeofbusiness, call our Office of Student Services at 632-7171, or stop by Harriman Hall Room 102 for further information.
http://www.stonybrook.edu/collegeofbusiness
Submitted by: Ronee Baldwin/CEAS
2. Defensive Driving Program Offered for UUP employees and their immediate family members.
A NYSUT sponsored Defensive Driving program is being offered on Tuesday and Thursday, March 8 and 10, 2005 from 6:00 PM to 9:00 PM. Attendance at both classes is required. The course will be given in the Stony Brook Union (aka The Student Union) in Room 231. This course is open to all UUP employees and their immediate family members.
Cost is $25 per person. Checks should be made payable to "NYSUT Benefit Trust Fund" and delivered to the UUP office, 104 Old Chemistry, Z=3475. Office hours are Monday thru Friday, 9 AM to 3 PM.
Participants are usually entitled to a 10% discount on their automotive insurance. Check with your provider. This certificate is good for three years of savings.
Contact Corinne Burns at 2-6570 or cmburns@notes.cc.sunysb.edu for more information.
Submitted by: Corinne Burns/Affl
3. Weight Watchers at Work
We will be starting a new 10-week session in February of Weight Watchers at Work at Stony Brook University Hospital.
If you would like to join our successful weight loss group, please call Karen Haigh on 4-2363 or email Karen.Haigh@sunysb.edu for more details.
Submitted by: Karen Haigh/HSC
4. Stony Brook Hospital Health Sciences Center, Master Of Public Health Program
The Stony Brook Hospital Health Sciences Center Graduate Program in Public Health is now accepting applications to the Fall 2005 Master of Public Health (MPH) Program, and recommends that applications be submitted by February 1, 2005.
Program consists of a Professional Option (45 credits) and a Standard Option (60 credits), and offers a choice of three concentrations.
Contact Pat Villa at 631.444.2074 or log onto our website for more information.
http://www.has.stonybrook.edu/public_health_program
Submitted by: Patricia Villa/UHMC
5. Alexander Technique Sessions
Alexander Technique Sessions
Learn How You Can: Reconnect the mind and body, Reduce tension and stress in everyday activities, Prevent injuries and fatigue, Help relieve chronic pain, Allow for greater efficiency in movement, Improve posture, coordination and self-awareness, Change how you perceive and move through space
Sign-up for group lessons with Instructor: Bob Bradley, Reiki Master and Pain Specialist
Group Sessions/$10.00 per session
Mondays, February 7, 14, 21, 28, March 7, 14, 21, 28 April 4, 11, 18, May 2, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
(Student Activity Center, Room 308)
Pre-registration is required! To register call 632-7263 or e-mail allison.milano@sunysb.edu to secure a spot.
Sponsored by the Department of Campus Recreation Wellness Center
Submitted by: Allison Milano/OSA
6. 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. (No knowledge of Flash required.)
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 C: Mon., 6:00-9:00 pm, Feb. 21, 28; Mar. 7, 14, 21, 28, 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 632-7071
Submitted by: Frank Esposito/Prov
7. Exploring Macromedia FLASH MX NCE 329 - 12 sessions - Fee: $629
Macromedia Flash is the professional standard for producing high-impact Web experiences. The focus is on creating animation for the Web. This course will guide students through the fundamentals of animation such as Flash drawing, story boarding, creating layers, key framing, character animation, and creating interactive animation. Students will have a thorough understanding of Flash basics, plus the know-how to build Flash projects incorporating sound, interactivity, and engaging animations.
Required Text: Macromedia Flash MX for Windows and Macintosh: A Visual Quickstart Guide by Katherine Ulrich, retail: $24.99. Cost of text is not included in course fee. Students must bring textbook to the first class meeting.
Section C: Wed., 6:00-9:00 pm, Feb. 16, 23; Mar. 2, 9, 16, 23, 30; Apr. 6, 13, 20, 27; May 4, 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 632-7071
Submitted by: Frank Esposito/Prov
8. Electric Rain Swift 3D NCE 331 - 4 sessions - Fee $209
Electric Rain Swift 3D is the most versatile tool for creating web-ready 3D animations for use with Macromedia Flash. Through the combination of an easy-to-use interface, the industry standard vector exporter and a full ray tracing rendering engine, Swift 3D quickly creates high-quality 3D animations. This course will cover the fundamentals of 3D animation and simple 3D design. Students will explore the cross-application functions between Adobe Illustrator, Swift 3D and Macromedia Flash.
Required Text: Foundation Swift 3D, retail: $29. The cost of the text is not covered by the fee and the text may be purchased at www.swift3d.com . Students must bring textbook to the first class meeting.
Section A: Sat., 9:00-12:00pm, Feb. 12, 19, 26; Mar. 5, 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 632-7071
Submitted by: Frank Esposito/Prov
9. Designing a Website with Microsoft Publisher NCE 325.4 - 2 sessions - Fee: $109
Creating basic Web pages is easy with Microsoft's page layout program. Learn about Publisher's "WYSIWYG" word processor-like tools, built-in HTML code generator, design considerations, page wizards, page enhancements, debugging and site publication.
Prerequisite: Introduction to the Internet or equivalent experience.
Section B: Mon., 6:00-9:00 pm, Feb. 21,28, 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 632-7071
Submitted by: Frank Esposito/Prov
10. 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 C: Wed., 6:00-9:00 pm, Feb. 23; Mar. 2, 9, 16, 23, 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 632-7071
Submitted by: Frank Esposito/Prov
11. 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 C: Tues., 6:00 - 9:00 pm, Feb. 22; Mar. 1, 8, 15, 22, 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 632-7071
Submitted by: Frank Esposito/Prov
12. Arts and Craft Classes Just for the Fun of it!
The Crafts Center offers non-credit, low cost classes and is open to the public. Our spring 2005 class offering includes: Intro to Fine Art Photo, Darkroom Membership, Pottery on the Wheel, Ceramic Hand-building, Drawing Figures and Faces, Creating with Watercolor, Asian Brush Paining, Polymer Clay Jewelry Workshop and more.
Pre-registration and payment is necessary.
For registration/brochure call The Crafts Center, 632-6822, located in Union Lower level room 049.
Submitted by: Janice Costanzo/OSA
13. Defensive Driving Classes Offered in March and April
Save money on your car insurance. Two sections offered for this six hour course. Sec A: Two Wednesdays, 3/09 and 3/16, 6pm - 9pm; Union 237. Sec B: Two Tuesdays, 4/12 and 4/19, 6pm - 9pm, SAC 302. Pre-registration and payment necessary. Send two checks $18/student or $22/non-student (payable to SBU Crafts Center), and additional $13 per person fee (payable to K. O'Brien) and mail to: The Stony Brook Union Crafts Center, Stony Brook University, StonyBrook, NY 11794-3200. Please include your name, address, telephone and class selection. In person registration at The Crafts Center, Union, lower level room 049. This class is an Empire Safety Council Accident Prevention Workshop. For more info or a class brochure of arts and leisure programs call The Crafts Center at 632-6822.
Submitted by: Janice Costanzo/OSA
09. Research (Studies, Testing, etc...)
1. Earn Money In Psychology Studies On Traits, Coping, And Problem Solving
Participate in an experiment involving filling out questionnaires and doing computer-based problem-solving tasks. If you are 18 years or older, you may be eligible to participate in this study.
To find out more, call 632-7811.
Submitted by: Anne Moyer/CAS
2. Are you or your partner depressed? Is it affecting your marriage/relationship? We Can Help!
Dr. Daniel O'Leary and Ms. Shiri Cohen from the University Marital Clinic are looking for couples to participate in a therapy study. If you are married or cohabitating with a partner, and one of you is currently feeling depressed, you may be eligible to receive a free, 5-week couples treatment to help you and your partner learn more about depression and ways to cope with the stress you may be facing. Please contact Ms. Shiri Cohen at 632-7850 for more information about this study. This research project is funded by the National Institute of Mental Health.
Submitted by: Shiri Cohen/GST
10. Miscellaneous
1. 7Th Annual Institute For Medicine In Contemporary Society Writing Contest. Guest Judge: John Store, MD And Author
All members of the Stony Brook University community are welcome to enter, including students, faculty, and staff from all departments on both sides of campus, and employees, staff, patients, and families of patients of University Hospital. Previous winners are ineligible in the year after they have won.
Entries may take the form of poetry, short stories, or personal essays. Poetry entries should be no longer than fifty lines, and prose no more than 2,000 words. Each entrant may submit no more than three entries (no matter which category). Submissions must not have been previously published in print or electronic format and must not be under consideration for publication anywhere else.
There will be two first prizes of $500 - one for the best poetry entry and one for the best prose entry. Deadline February 11, 2005. Contact Catherine Belling at 444-8029 or e-mail cbelling@notes.cc.sunysb.edu
Submitted by: Elisa Nelson/UHMC
2. Summer Camp at Stony Brook 632-4550 June 27 - August 19, 2005
Think of the warm days of summer, ice cream and children giggling! Our Summer Day Camp combines a special mixture of recreational and educational activities for children between the ages of 5-12. Join us in an adventurous camp experience that will mesmerize your child! Tuition includes provision of a camp T-shirt, as well as a hot lunch and snack each day. A 10% discount on tuition is given to all Stony Brook staff members. Register before April 2nd to receive an additional 5% savings.
Open Houses are all located in the Sports Complex on Saturday mornings from 9AM to 12PM, for the following dates: Feb. 12th, March 12th, April 2nd, May 7th, 2005.
http://www.stonybrook.edu/daycare
Submitted by: Janice Maggio/Pres
3. Ambassadorial Scholarships From The Rotary Foundation Of Rotary International
Ambassadorial Scholarships are for one regular academic year (usually nine months) at a study institution in a foreign country. The Scholarship may be used for almost any field of study; however, it cannot be used for unsupervised research, medical internship or residency, or for employment on a full-time basis in host country. Funding is provided to cover round trip transportation, one month of intensive language training, required fees for a normal course load, reasonable room and board. Awards are made up to the sum of $25,000. Candidates may be of any age as long as they have completed two years of university study before the scholarship begins. Applications may be obtained from www.rotary.org or Joseph A. Sgroi 631 584-6450. Deadline is June 30, 2005.
Submitted by: David Krause
4. Call For Nominations
The Nominating Committee for the Core Campus UUP Chapter is soliciting nominations for all Chapter Officer positions as well as for academic and professional delegates. If you are interested in running for any Chapter office or to represent your constituents as a Chapter delegate or if you know of a colleague who would be interested, please contact Jim Hart (James.Hart@stonybrook.edu) or Claire Ondrovic (Claire.Ondrovic@stonybrook.edu). In order to process the nominations in timely fashion responses must be received no later than February 4.
Submitted by: James Hart/DoIT
5. Free Blood Pressure & Cholesterol Screenings
Free Blood Pressure & Cholesterol Screenings
Tuesdays, February 1, 8, 15, 22, 12:00PM - 1:00PM, SAC 3rd Floor Room 308
No Appointment or Registration necessary!
Sponsored by Student Health Services, Stony Brook Stoke Program, Community Relations, Campus Dining & The Campus Recreation Wellness Center.
For more information contact Allison Milano at 632-7263.
Submitted by: Allison Milano/OSA