03. Workshops/Courses/Training (work related; HR, EAP, DoIT, etc…)
Respectful Communications: February 28, 2019, 9:00am-4:00pm. Improve your workplace communications (Register now for one of our most popular offerings!)
This workshop is designed to provide participants with tools and techniques for improving communications in the workplace. Case studies, small group discussions, and listening skill building activities are an integral part of this highly interactive session.
Target Audience: All faculty and staff from all campuses. New supervisors and anyone else interested in improving communications skills.
Wang 301
Permanent Appointments: February 14, 2019, 9:00 AM – 10:30 AM, Wang 201
This workshop will provide information covering eligibility, initiating and completing the Permanent Appointment Process for UUP employees.
Target Audience: VP Coordinators, Departmental Personnel Administrators and anyone who is responsible for HR Administration.
HRS 101, Part II: FMLA February 27, 2019, 9:00 am – 11:30 am, Wang 301
This class will assist you with implementing the FMLA law.
Target Audience: VP Coordinators, Dept Heads, & Managers who are responsible for administering campus policies on West Campus, South Campus, HSC, Manhattan, and Southampton.
Wang 301
University Libraries Presents: Humanities and the Digital: A Workshop
The rapid development of the Digital Humanities and their involvement in the Humanities research field has brought into discussion a vivid debate about how humanist scholars should meet these new digital challenges and how to incorporate them to their research. In order to contribute to this interesting dialogue, the Department of Hispanic Languages and Literature at Stony Brook University, together with the Stony Brook University Libraries, organizes the workshop Humanities and the Digital.
http://library.stonybrook.edu/library-events/humanities-and-the-digital-a-workshop/
Hack@CEWIT
The 3rd Hack@CEWIT will take place at the Center of Excellence in Wireless and Information Technology (CEWIT) at Stony Brook University, February 15-17, & is open to all undergraduate/graduate students in colleges/universities across the US & Canada.
A hackathon is a design-focused sprint-like event where computer programmers collaborate on software & hardware projects over 36hrs.These events inspire current and future innovators & this year’s event will prove to be fun and enlightening.
https://www.cewit.org/programs/events/hack.php
Master of Science in Medical Molecular Biology
The Clinical Laboratory Science department is receiving applications for the Medical Molecular Biology program for medical technologist, with special focus on molecular diagnostics, cytogenetics and flow cytometry. This program was created for working professionals and offers more than 70% of the classes in a long-distance learning format. The application deadline is March 30, 2019. For more information please contact program director Dr. Gloria Viboud at Gloria.Viboud@stonybrook.edu.
https://healthtechnology.stonybrookmedicine.edu/programs/mmb/about
Adobe Connect Users – If you recorded meetings prior to 1/1/19 and need access after 5/1/19 read this…
If you have recordings from meetings prior to January 1, 2019, you must download them by 5/1/19. DoIT has implemented new servers(meeting.cc.stonybrook.edu) and the old server (meeting.sinc.stonybrook.edu) will be retired at the end of the Spring semester. We cannot move the recordings for you, you will need to do this yourself. Directions to download your meeting recordings can be found in the optional URL. Should you have questions, please call 631.632.9800 for assistance.
Office of Administration Learning Series: Procurement: Engaging the Customer
Come join the Procurement Office on March 6th at 1:00pm in Frey Hall- Room 102, where they will lead a discussion on services provided by their department. Topics include : NY State and Research Foundation purchasing processes, WolfMart, Purchase Orders and Travel.
Please register by using the following link: https://goo.gl/forms/4Gkrcc42evrlwmai1
myResearch IRB – Hands-on Classroom Training
The Office of Research Compliance (ORC) is pleased to announce that training for the myResearch IRB system is now available.
To sign up for a training session, please use the below link.
As of February 27th, 2019, myResearch IRB will replace IRBNet for all study preparation and submission, however, you will still have access to your studies in IRBNet until further notice.
For questions, please contact Jessica Lasebikan in ORC at ovpr_myresearchirb@stonybrook.edu
https://stonybrookuniversity.co1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_7OGP7YWwfp5U9mt
Phlebotomy Training Program
Stony Brook’s CLS Program presents a 6 week training program for those interested in becoming a certified phlebotomist. The program costs $1500.00 with a $50.00 application fee and a $100 for for BLS training, if needed. The program begins May 28th with three week on campus training and ends after a three week clinical rotation in July. Prerequisites: HS Diploma, 18 years and older, GPA of 80 on scale of 100 or 2.5 on scale of 4.0. For more information please click on the link below.
https://healthtechnology.stonybrookmedicine.edu/programs/clinical/ptp
New Access to IT Training Videos
NEW: Access to IT training videos on DoIT Training’s YouTube Channel is now available from the service portal. Check it out by going to service.stonybrook.edu, clicking Create a Ticket To Get Help, and logging in to the portal. Then click on the “View DoIT Videos” button.
https://service.stonybrook.edu
Google Apps for New Employees
This is an open format workshop. Learn to use Google Apps to streamline your productivity by eliminating paper and using Google instead of MS Office as your go-to tool: a workshop great for new and current employees.
At The End Of This Workshop You Will Be Able To
-Revise Business Processes To Make Better Use of Sharing Electronically
-Search, Archive, and Filter Mail
-Easily Schedule Meetings by Finding Free Times in Calendar
-Collaborate on Documents Using Google Drive
Mini Byte: IT Training for New Staff
This short webinar, Friday, 2/8 at Noon, can help acclimate new employees to some of our technology. • What is SOLAR Password? What is your NetID? • How do you get your phone number in the Stony Brook Directory/Google Contacts? • What technology is available on campus? • A little on Chrome Books to bookmark important websites for those new to campus. • How do I get help with the technology? How do I create a service ticket? • What are our options for File Storage, Web Conferencing, Surveys?
CELT College Teaching Seminar Series (Postdocs and TAs) Flipping the Classroom 2/6 3:00-4:30pm Grad School Conf Rm, 2401 Old Comp Sci
A hallmark of a flipped classroom is that lecture material is delivered in an online format, outside of the classroom. Students may watch pre-recorded lectures and/or engage with short videos and activities. This leaves face-to-face class time for activities and interaction. In this seminar we will discuss what the flipped model is, the pros and cons of the flipped classroom, and begin to design a flipped classroom activity.
Wed. 2/6, 3:00-4:30pm Grad School Conf Rm
Register at the link below!
CELT Workshops: Online Syllabus & Workload Calculator: Friday Feb. 8th 10-11am, CELT Conference Room, S1464 Melville Library (and streamed online)
This hybrid workshop will be offered face-to-face and online. This workshop invites all faculty to come learn what syllabus elements are particularly necessary for online courses, and how these elements contribute to student learning. The workshop will also provide an overview of time saving tips for online course development and delivery, as well as preview a workload calculator widget. 2/8, 10-11am, S1464 Library and streamed online. Click “register here” at link below.
http://calendar.stonybrook.edu/site/it/event/celt-workshops-online-syllabus–workload-calculator/
04. East Campus/Hosp/HSC Workshops/TrainingValentine’s CSA Day: February 12
Tuesday, February 12 from 12pm to 3pm outside Market Place Cafe
Enjoy treats from HeartBeet Farms Winter Specialty Box and learn about their Spring, Summer and Fall CSA veggie options! Delivery to Stony Brook is FREE! Register for the HeartBeet Farms CSA and receive a FREE ‘Root for the Beet’ Children’s Book!
Enjoy a Honey Tasting from BeeWitched Bee and Chocolate Tasting from Moka Origins! Chocolate and honey Valentine’s gifts will be available for purchase.
https://www.stonybrookmedicine.edu/diningservices/events
05. Conferences/Seminars/LecturesIACS Student Seminar – Nick Rogers
Using Twitter Bios to Measure Changes in Social Identity: Are Americans Defining Themselves More Politically Over Time?
When: 2/20/2019
Where: IACS Seminar Room
Time: 12pm-1pm
https://calendar.stonybrook.edu/site/iacs/event/iacs-student-seminar-nick-rogers-sociology/
Topological Quantum Walks: Theory and Experiments
IACS Seminar Speaker, Barry Sanders, University of Calgary, Canada
When: 2/21/2019
Where: IACS Seminar Room
Time: 1pm- 2 pm
https://calendar.stonybrook.edu/site/iacs/event/topological-quantum-walks-theory-and-experiments/
IACS/Provost Lecture Series Speaker, Professor Karl Friston
IACS/Provost Lecture: This overview of the free energy principle offers an account of embodied exchange with the world that associates neuronal operations with actively inferring the causes of our sensations. We will consider the implications for functional anatomy, in terms of predictive coding and hierarchical architectures, and conclude by looking at the epistemic, self-evidencing behavior that emerges – using simulations of active inference.
IACS Seminar Speaker: Anatoly Frenkel
Inverting the Structure-Spectrum Relationship in Nanoparticles by Supervised Machine Learning
When: 2/7/2019
Where: IACS Seminar Room
Time: 1pm – 2pm
Living World Open Night, Friday, February 8, 2019 – Special Darwin Day Lecture
Living World Open Night, Friday, February 8, 2019
ESS 001; 7:30PM
Richard Prum
Special Darwin Day Lecture:
“The Evolution of Beauty: Darwin’s Really Dangerous Idea.”
For more info see web link below:
http://life.bio.sunysb.edu/marinebio/livingworld/
Ecology and Evolution Seminar
3:30 P.M., Wednesday, February 6, 2019, Life Sciences Building, Room 038. “The Genetic Bases of Host Immunity and Disease Resistance in Endangered Staghorn Corals,” Dr. Steven Vollmer, Director, Marine & Environmental Sciences, Northeastern University. Host: Dr. Robert Thacker. If you need a disability-related accommodation, please call: The Department of Ecology and Evolution at (631) 632-8600.
Topics in Atmospheric and Oceanic Sciences Seminar
All are welcome to attend a seminar by Dr. Olivier Pauluis, Professor of Mathematics and Atmosphere/Ocean Science, from the NYU Courant Institute of Mathematical Sciences. Dr. Pauluis will present his seminar entitled “Hurricanes as Heat Engines” on Wednesday, February 06, 2019 at 12:00 noon at the School of Marine and Atmospheric Sciences (South Campus) in Endeavour Hall 120.
https://www.somas.stonybrook.edu/seminars/
Provost’s Lecture Series will host Richard Prum, Friday, February 8
Richard Prum is the William Robertson Coe Professor of Ornithology at Yale University. He is an evolutionary biologist and ornithologist with broad interests in avian evolution, behavior, systematics, color production, color vision, the evolution of feathers, the theropod dinosaur origin of birds, and more. He will present her lecture entitled “The Evolution of Beauty: Darwin’s Really Dangerous Idea” at 7:30 PM, Earth and Space Sciences, Lecture Theater 001.
http://www.stonybrook.edu/commcms/provost/lectures.html
University Libraries Presents an MLA/AHA Forum
Faculty members and graduate students who presented and/or attended the 2019 meetings of the Modern Language Association and the American Historical Association in Chicago are invited to give lightning talk versions of their presentations, or to discuss their experience at the conference.
http://library.stonybrook.edu/library-events/mla-aha-forum/
University Libraries Presents: Black Lives Matter Under the Lens Panel Discussion
Faculty, students, activists, and photographer join in a panel discussion about Black Lives Matter protests in New York and Long Island.
University Libraries Presents: Understanding Black Love: An Honest Discussion
This will be student panel discussion on a current-events theme relevant to Black History Month. Student panelists will work with the library to create an advanced reading list for event participants which can be shared in a LibGuide.
Ecology and Evolution Seminar
Ecology and Evolution Seminar, 3:30 P.M., Wednesday, February 6, 2019, Life Sciences Building, Room 038, “The Genetic Bases of Host Immunity and Disease and Resistance in Endangered Staghorn Corals,” Dr. Steven Vollmer, Director, Marine & Environmental Sciences, Northeastern University. Host: Dr. Robert Thacker. If you need a disability-related accommodation, please call: The Department of Ecology and Evolution at (631) 632-8600.
Join SBU’s Best Minds in Teaching on March 8th!
Join SBU’s Best Minds in Teaching at the 10th Annual Teaching & Learning Colloquium
hosted by The Center for Excellence in Learning and Teaching Friday, March 8th, 2019 8:30am – 4:30pm
The Colloquium is an opportunity to reconnect with your colleagues, reinvigorate your teaching, and celebrate the ways in which we all contribute to the mission of excellence in our roles as educators.
To learn about our speakers/sessions & to register, visit: celt.stonybrook.edu
http://go.stonybrook.edu/teachingandlearningcolloquium
SoMAS Seminar 2/8 at noon Ross Zirkle of Biotechnology Innovation at DSM Nutritional Products in Columbia, MD. Seminar Topic: Microalgae as Production Platforms for Therapeutic Proteins, Biofuel and Omega-3 Rich Oils
Please join us for an Oceans and Atmosphere Colloquium by Ross Zirkle of Biotechnology Innovation at DSM Nutritional Products in Columbia, MD. His seminar titled, Microalgae as Production Platforms for Therapeutic Proteins, Biofuel and Omega-3 Rich Oils, will be presented on Friday February 8, 2019 at 12:00 pm at the School of Marine and Atmospheric Sciences in Endeavour Hall, Room 120 (South Campus).
https://you.stonybrook.edu/somas/seminars/oceans-and-atmosphere-colloquium/
Chemistry Department Seminar on 2/7/19
On Thursday, Feb. 7, 2019; Dr. Cathy Cutler from Brookhaven National Laboratory, will be holding a seminar entitled, “Development of Novel Theranostics.” Located in Chemistry Dept, Room 412 between 4-5:15 pm.
06. East Campus/Hosp/HSC Conferences/Seminars/LecturesPublic Symposium: Contact Sports and Traumatic Brain Injuries
Public Symposium: Contact Sports and Traumatic Brain Injuries
Presented by Stony Brook University Neurosciences Institute and Stony Brook University Program in Public Health
Date: Thursday, March 28, 2019
Time: 4:45 to 7:30 pm
Light buffet and refreshments from 4:45 to 5:30 pm
Location: MART, Room 5A-100, Stony Brook Medicine, 101 Nicolls Road, Stony Brook
Free. Open to the Public. For more information – Andrew.flescher@stonybrookmedicine.edu (631) 638-1014
Molecular Genetics & Microbiology Seminar
Please join Dr. Brian Sheridan and Dr. Ando Van Der Velden who will be co-hosting seminar speaker Dr. Sing Sing Way of Cincinnati Children’s Hospital today! Dr. Way will present “Immune Pathogenesis of Prenatal Infection” at 12 noon in Room 038 of the Life Sciences Building. More info about the speaker: https://www.cincinnatichildrens.org/bio/w/singsing-way
Dept. of Psychiatry & Behavioral Health Grand Rounds-Tues., February 5, 2019, Dr. Brian Bronson and C&L Division, Dept. of Psychiatry, SBU
“Fact or Fiction: The Phenomenology, Impact and Interventions for Factitious Medical Disorders”, 11-11:50 am. To be held at the Atkins Learning Center, HSC, L-4.
Department of Pharmacological Sciences Seminar Series
Lecture Title: Chemistry for Exploring the Brain: Fluorescent Probes, Engineered Enzymes, and
Bioorthogonal Reactions
Speaker: Scott Laughlin, PhD, Assistant Professor, Departments of Chemistry, Stony Brook University
Location: BST Level 8, Seminar Room 180
Date & Time: Tuesday, February 12, 2019 – 12:00pm
Host: Miguel Garcia-Diaz, PhD
Buy a brick, leave a legacy on Stony Brook’s campus
Legacy Way is a symbolic representation of individuals who have paved the way for the next generation of Stony Brook students, faculty and staff. Now is your chance to leave your mark on Stony Brook.
Reserve a personalized brick on Legacy Way with a $150 tax-deductible contribution. Make your purchase by February 8, 2019 to be included in the spring installation.
Visit www.stonybrook.edu/legacyway to reserve your brick today!
http://www.stonybrook.edu/legacyway
Got yarn? Join us.
Open to all, the Stony Brook Stitchers are a volunteer group that makes and donates handmade items to needy patients at Stony Brook University Hospital, Stony Brook Children’s Hospital, Stony Brook Cancer Center and Long Island State Veterans Home.
Knit? Crochet? Sew? Get crafty with us.
For more information, contact us. We’d love to hear from you.
East campus contact: Melissa Shampine 631-444-1371
West campus contact: Jan Tassie 631-632-6891
Opportunity to Donate your Gently Used Eyeglasses
Stony Brook Medical Students traveling on a cataract surgery medical mission are in need of gently used sunglasses and/or children’s eyeglasses to give to the indigent people of South America. Please send the glasses to Mary Hoffmann in the Office of Alumni Relations via interoffice at Z=3354.
Donate Old Appliances to Help Students Learn
Middle school students who will be visiting the campus in March will be participating in the “Appliance Autopsy” activity where they dissect various devices to learn about how they work. Donations of any appliances such as coffee makers, microwaves, blenders or laptop are appreciated.
For pick up, contact Joan Dickinson, Director of Community Relations at Joan.Dickinson@stonybrook.edu or drop off to Room 440 Administration. Donated appliances accepted until February 28.
08. Culture And Entertainment (Sports, Movies, Events, etc…)Meet Celebrity Chef Kwame Onwuachi and Taste Afro-Caribbean Cuisine
Join the Black History Month committee & the Faculty Student Association for the Black History Month Opening Ceremony with Bravo’s Top Chef Alum Kwame Onwuachi! Chef Kwame will be interviewed by Professor Zebulon V. Miletsky, Africana Studies. Enjoy student performances by the Cadence Step Team and Stony Brook Gospel Choir. Guests will have the opportunity to taste Chef Kwame’s Afro-Caribbean cuisine: Braised Chickpea Curry. The ceremony will take place on Wednesday, February 6, 1-2PM in SAC A.
2018-19 Science Playwriting Competition is back! Deadline for Submission, February 15, 2019
CALL FOR PLAYS for the 2019 SBU Science Playwriting Competition:
The organizers are calling all talented playwrights with an interest in the sciences, and talented scientists with an interest in the theatre to compose an original, previously-unproduced, ten-minute play with a substantial science component. This contest is open to the general public:
First Prize Winner: $500
Second Prize Winner: $200
3rd Prize Winner: $100
The deadline for submissions is February 15, 2019
http://scgp.stonybrook.edu/archives/27921
SNMA African Diaspora
SNMA invites you to join us for our annual African Diaspora Night on February 8th from 6 – 9pm in the HSC Galleria! The African Diaspora Celebration is the tent pole cultural event for the Student National Medical Association (SNMA) chapter at Stony Brook University School of Medicine. Each year, the first-year medical students organize a fun, exciting night to uplift and shine a light on black culture throughout the diaspora. The event, which takes place during Black History Month, also serves
Alumni Association Announces Virtual Book Club
The Alumni Association is excited to announce the launch of our virtual Alumni Book Club! In this online community, you can network with your alumni, faculty, staff and friends and enjoy engaging discussions on books carefully selected for the group! Sign up today!
There is no cost to participate – you just have to get a copy of the book to enjoy.
Our first book is Becoming by Michelle Obama.
https://www.pbc.guru/stonybrook/
09. For-Pay Workshops/Courses (SPD, Weight Watchers, Craft Center, etc…)Registration Open for School of Social Welfare Continuing Education Workshops
Learning is a lifelong process. Make the School of Social Welfare your academic center for advanced professional development and continuing education in the field of behavioral health.
Stay abreast of current trends in one of our upcoming workshops. NYS licensed social workers earn CEU’s. Visit website for workshop information and registration. Call 4-8361 for more information.
https://socialwelfare.stonybrookmedicine.edu/continuing_education
Lose Weight Permanently with Target Fitness!
Join Target Fitness!
A professional nutrition therapy program!
This 10-week* nutrition education, wellness and lifestyle program is led by Registered Dietitians who will help you reach your target weight for only $190.
Our team of nutrition experts provide you with:
• A body composition analysis (measure of body fat and muscle)
• Intensive education on research-based strategies for permanent weight loss
• Personalized short and long-term weight goals
• An introduction to stress reduction, mindful eating and behavioral change techniques
• Training on innovative tools that will change your relationship with food
• Guidelines on reading food labels and a supermarket tour!
The next session starts 2/12/2019 from 5:45-6:45p
Location: SB Family Medicine at 181 N. Belle Mead Rd, Suite 2
Register by: February 7th!
https://stonybrookuniversity.co1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_8ivn1FDY8ZEeEUB
https://stonybrookuniversity.co1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_8ivn1FDY8ZEeEUB
New Program – Master of Science in Athletic Training
The School of Health Technology and Management announces a new graduate program in Athletic Training leading to a Master of Science degree. The admission cycle is open for summer 2019. Upon completion of this professional two year, full-time, 76 credit program students will be eligible for the Board of Certification exam and state licensure. Information sessions: Feb. 6th & 7th, 1-2pm Sports Complex Rm G33. For information contact: Kathryn Koshansky @ 632-7217 or kathryn.koshansky@stonybrook.edu
https://healthtechnology.stonybrookmedicine.edu/programs/at
10. Research (Studies, Testing, etc…)Research on Periodontal Disease
The Department of Periodontology is seeking volunteers for a clinical research study. The purpose of this study is to evaluate a technique for reducing periodontal pockets. The study requires you come to the dental clinic for between 11 to 16 visits over 5 months. To qualify you must: have periodontal disease, be between 18 and 75 years old, and be in good general health. Please contact: Dr. Srinivas Myneni (631) 632-9703
Research on Dental Implants
The Department of Periodontology is seeking volunteers for a clinical research study to evaluate an Over-The-Counter (OTC) periodontal rinse for relieving discomfort rather than medically treating Peri-Implant Mucositis. The study requires 5 visits over 3 months at the dental clinic. You must have a dental implant for more than 1 year, have at least 20 natural teeth, good general health and be a non-smoker. Please contact: Dr. Srinivas Myneni (631) 632-9703 email: deptperio@gmail.com.
Research on Stress during Pregnancy
The Mind-Body Center is seeking volunteers for focus groups to help us better understand how stress affects pregnant women and how we can help women cope better during and after pregnancy. The study involves completing one 90-minute focus group and an online questionnaire. To be eligible, you must be currently pregnant or have had a baby within the last 6 months. Participants may be compensated up to $50 for their time. Please contact at: (631) 632-3797 or SMARTPregnancyStudy@gmail.com
Ashley Schiff Park Preserve Awareness Assessment 2019
Current Undergraduate student only!
SoMAS Ecosystems and Human Impact student Evan Joo is conducting an online survey as part of a research project about student’s views on environment (both on the Stony Brook University campus, and in general) and their awareness level of the Ashley Schiff Park Preserve.
If you can spare a few minutes, please click on the link below complete the survey.
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSecRZSao9rsuM__oLPvvf4Vc_c-K3VwdzhwxPlasPCj7TgAZQ/viewform?usp=pp_
Dr. William McAdoo memorial scholarship and Mr. Ralph Watkins memorial scholarship Available
Last call for two scholarships available through OIDE. Please apply today. We are now accepting applications for Dr. William McAdoo memorial scholarship and Mr. Ralph Watkins memorial scholarship. If you have any questions, please contact us at OIDE@stonybrook.edu or 631-632-6280.
https://www.stonybrook.edu/commcms/oide-diversity/scholarships/
New offers on Brookology Steals & Deals!
The new deals this week include 20% off order of $15 or more at Luigi’s Pizza, free order of cheese and pretzels at The Green Turtle Restaurant, 22% off first order at Bumblejax Photo Prints, and several discounts at Lemon Tree Family Hair Salon. Visit Brookology for more information!
STEALS & DEALS features discounts available for campus employees and students at local merchants just for showing a valid Stony Brook ID.
https://www.stonybrook.edu/commcms/brookology/deals.php
CafeNova – new venue for high school students interested in academic careers
CafeNova is a new project from the founders of SchoolNova at Stony Brook.
The idea of the project is to bring students from local high schools together with graduate students, postdoctoral fellows and faculty of prestigious institutions such as SBU, BNL, and Simons Center for Geometry and Physics, all in an informal setting. The next meeting of CafeNova is on February 5. 2019. For details see the web site or write to: cafenova@schoolnova.org
