02. East Campus/Hosp/HSC Admin Announcements
The Program in Public Health is Accepting Applications for Fall 2019
The Program in Public Health is currently accepting applications for fall 2019. We offer classes in the evening and our nationally accredited Master of Public Health program can be completed in 2 years. Our program provides core courses (epidemiology, biostatistics, health behavior, health systems, and environmental health) and offers concentrations in Health Analytics, Community Health, and Health Policy & Management. Application deadline is June 30th. See our website for details.
http://www.publichealth.stonybrookmedicine.edu/
Master of Health Administration Program Now Accepting Applications!
The Program in Public Health is proud to offer the Master of Health Administration (MHA) Program! We are now accepting HAMPCAS applications for Fall 2019 through June 30.
The 51-credit, hybrid program offers more than half of the courses online. The remaining courses are held in-person in the evening. Full-time students can earn the degree in 2 years; part-time enrollment is available. For more information, contact us at publichealth@stonybrookmedicine.edu or 631-444-9396.
https://publichealth.stonybrookmedicine.edu/MHA
03. Workshops/Courses/Training (work related; HR, EAP, DoIT, etc…)I-9 Workshop: March 28, 2019, 9:00AM-10:30am, Wang 101
We will provide you with a step-by-step explanation of what the employer must do in order to meet legal and procedural responsibilities associated with the Form I-9. We will focus on how to complete an I-9, how to correct common mistakes and omissions that delay the hiring process and we will review questions regarding documentation.
Target Audience: VP Coordinators, Departmental Personnel Administrators and anyone who is responsible for completing a Form I-9.
Wang 101
TMS 102, Part 1: Writing Position Descriptions, April 3, 2019, 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM, Wang 301
This workshop will allow you to write accurate position (job) descriptions which will facilitate recruitment, compensation/classification, training, staff development, and performance management. Participants will learn to create requisitions within the Taleo Talent Management System.
Target Audience: VP Coordinators, managers, search committee members, search committee chairs, and those who create position descriptions for West Campus, HSC, Manhattan, and Southampton. Enrollment Limited to 14
UUP STONY BROOK WEST CAMPUS ACCEPTING (IDA) INDIVIDUAL DEVELOPMENT AWARD APPLICATIONS, DEADLINE 3/15/19 @ 3 PM.
IDA Award period: (April 1, 2017-July 1, 2018). This program is intended to assist eligible UUP represented employees (full & part-time) in developing their full professional potential and in preparing for advancement. This is money that may be provided for enhancing teaching, research capabilities and improving professional knowledge & skills.
GUIDELINES:https://goer.ny.gov/system/files/documents/2018/12/individual-development-award-program-guidelines.pdf
Questions?stonybrook@uupmail.org
Form
https://goo.gl/forms/DZxynZHOPYQda7pp1
Training for Managers & Supervisors
The Ombuds Office is conducting 3 training this month at the Health Sciences Center on East Campus. They are 2 hours each. Anyone who is a manager or supervisor can sign up. This includes faculty, staff and students. For details and to register, click on the website. Topics are:
-March 25, Monday, 12-2 pm – Creating a Positive Work Environment
-March 26, Tuesday, 12-2 pm – Negotiating Conflict
-March 29, Friday, 12-2 pm – Team Building
https://www.stonybrook.edu/commcms/ombuds/resources/workshops.php
04. East Campus/Hosp/HSC Workshops/TrainingDisability, Justice and Human Rights Workshop
School of Health Technology and Management, Center for Community Engagement and Leadership Development Presents:
Disability, Justice, and Human Rights Workshop
Presentations will be given by clinicians, academics, and field experts.
Organizers: Brooke Ellison, PhD & Ghenet Weldeslassie, PhD
Breakfast & Lunch will be served
Date: April 12, 2019
Time: 8:45 AM to 2:00 PM
Location: Health Sciences Center (HSC) Level Two 2-3A&B
Questions: contact ghenet.weldeslassie@stonybrook.edu
Topics in Atmospheric and Oceanic Sciences Seminar
All are welcome to attend a seminar by Dr. Christina Karamperidou, Assistant Professor, from the Department of Atmospheric Sciences, University of Hawaii. Dr. Karamperidou will present her seminar entitled “Multi-resolution and Hierarchical Approaches to ENSO Diversity in Past, Present and Future Climates” on Wednesday, March 13, 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/
University Libraries Presents : A Lecture in Honor of Women’s History Month with Cathrine Duffy
A lecture about ElectHer by Cathrine Duffy, Associate Director of Student Support.
Biochemistry and Cell Biology Seminar: Thursday, March 14, 2019 with Dr. Dawn Corneilson of Univ. of Missouri
You are cordially invited to attend a seminar given by Dr. Dawn Corneilson, University of Missouri , entitled “A Pillar of the Community (Effect): EphA7 Promotes Myogenic Differentiation.” It will be held on Thursday, March 14, 2019, Life Sciences Building, Room 038 at 4:00 p.m. Hosted by Dada Pisconti , cookies, tea, and coffee will be served at 3:30 p.m.
Center Italian Studies Presentation. Veronica Miatto, Linguistics, March 12, 2:30 p.m.
March 12, Tuesday, 2:30 p.m. Presentation by Veronica Miatto (Graduate Research and Teaching Assistant, Linguistics Department). Topic: “How Does Experience with English Affect The Way Italian Speakers Adopt English Loanwords?” Introductory Comments by Lori Repetti, Professor and Chair of the Department of Linguistics. Location: Center for Italian Studies in the Frank Melville Memorial Library, Room E4340.
University Libraries Presents: STEM Speaker Series “Electrochemical Energy Storage Systems: Progress and Opportunities” by Dr. Amy Marschilok
Access to clean energy directly impacts quality of life for people worldwide. Ability to store energy and release it on demand is necessary to implement renewable energy sources on a wide scale. Our group investigates the science and technology of power sources that will be enabling technologies for disparate and demanding applications, ranging from lifesaving implantable medical devices, to electric vehicles, to grid level storage.
http://library.stonybrook.edu/library-events/university-libraries-present-stem-speaker-series-2/
Provost’s Lecture Series will host Patricia Matthew, Thursday, March 14
Patricia Matthew, Associate Professor of English at Montclair State University, is the editor of Written/Unwritten: Diversity and the Hidden Truths of Tenure (University of North Carolina Press, 2016). Her work on faculty diversity has been featured in The Chronicle of Higher Education, Inside Higher Education, and The Los Angeles Review of Books. She will present her lecture entitled “Diversity, Faculty Retention, and Institutional Practices: A Dialogue” at 4:30 PM, Humanities Building, Room 10
http://www.stonybrook.edu/commcms/provost/lectures.html
Chemistry Department Seminar on 3/15/19
On Friday, 3/15/19, Dr. Sharon Loverde; Associate Professor; CUNY- College of Staten Island
will be holding a seminar entitled, “Molecular Simulations of Peptide & Polymer Self-Assemblies” located in Chemistry Dept, Room 412 between 4-5:15pm.
https://www.csi.cuny.edu/campus-directory/sharon-loverde
University Libraries Presents Another Event in our Colloquium Series
The colloquium series invites all library staff to share their research, pre- or post conference presentations, discussion on topics of interest, artistic expressions, performances accompanied with lectures, and more, with the library organization and the university community.
http://library.stonybrook.edu/library-events/university-libraries-present-colloquium-series-6/
Neuroscience Seminar Series
On Thursday, March 14, 2019 @ 12:00 noon. in Life Sciences Bldg – Room 038, the Department of Neurobiology & Behavior will be hosting a seminar entitled: “Neural Circuits for Auditory Behaviors and Emotions”, Speaker is Dr. Li Zhang, Professor, University of Southern California, Keck SOM.
Host: Qiaojie Xiong – 632 8616
Molecular Genetics & Microbiology Seminar
Please join Dr. Pawan Kumar who will be hosting seminar speaker Dr. Andrey Morgun from Oregon State University next Monday 3/18 at 12 noon in Room 038 of the Life Sciences Building. Dr. Morgun will present “Insights from Transkingdom Networks for Unravelling Host-Microbiota Interactions”. More info about the speaker: https://pharmacy.oregonstate.edu/users/andriy-morgun
Discover “What is Consciousness?” on April 1
What is Consciousness? Are you conscious when you are sleeping? Is your dog conscious? Can you measure consciousness in unresponsive subjects? Find out on Monday, April 1 at 4 pm when Professor Giulio Tononi shares his research on consciousness. Staller Center, Stony Brook University. Free. Reception to follow.
https://www.stonybrook.edu/mindbrain
Education and Exploration: Learning Today & a Path for Tomorrow
The President’s ADA Advisory Committee will host its first-ever colloquium, “Education & Exploration: Learning Today & a Path for Tomorrow,” on Wednesday, March 27 in the Wang Center. The day will feature keynote speaker Jeanne Kincaid, a nationally known disability lawyer and consultant. This event is open to SBU faculty, staff, and students at no charge. Light breakfast and lunch will be provided. Advance registration is required and seats are limited. Add’l info: www.stonybrook.edu/adaday
Ecology and Evolution Seminar
3:30 P.M., Wednesday, March 13, 2019, Life Sciences Building, Room 038, “Rapid Environmental Effects on Susceptibility to Parasites in this Wormy World,” Dr. Andrea Graham, Department of Ecology and Evolutionary Biology, Princeton University. Host: Dr. Catherine Markham. If you need a disability-related accommodation, please call: The Department of Ecology and Evolution at (631) 632-8600.
CELT Faculty Commons Hosts Dr. Mohammad Shamsuzzaman of Bangladesh: Global Educational Collaborations Mon. 3/11 1:00-2:20pm, Faculty Commons (E1332 Melville Library)
Stony Brook University scholars are engaged in educational collaborations, as well as research initiatives, around the world. CELT hosts a discussion with visiting collaborator, Dr. Mohammad Shamsuzzaman, from Dhaka, Bangladesh, faculty members from the Program in Writing Rhetoric, and you! We will share perspectives and experiences of productive collaborations. No registration required.
CELT Faculty Commons Events: How Does Podcasting Work? Wed. 3/20/19, 1:00-2:20pm, Faculty Commons, E1332 Melville Library
Podcasting has proven to be an effective means of communication and a way to spread your ideas to specific audiences. This workshop will discuss the basics of podcasting, from equipment and software to editing and hosting, as well as look at some examples of podcast from across the range of academic disciplines. Presented by Chris Kretz, Head of Stony Brook University Southampton Library. Register at link below!
https://stonybrookuniversity.co1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_3QJLmSuETI3Je6h
Engineering Serendipity Seminar with Elizabeth Hewitt – Evaluating changes to physical and organizational networks in urban communities
This seminar will be an opportunity to learn more about Elizabeth Hewitt’s project that explores how changes in physical infrastructure systems in urban communities are driven by social processes in organizational networks, and how this impacts outcomes for resilience.
SoMAS Seminar 3/15 at noon by Evan Solomon of the University of Washington. Title: Ocean Discovery Lecture Series Program – Revisiting the Role of Continental Margin Sediment Diagenesis in Marine Geochemical Cycles
Please join us for an Oceans and Atmosphere Colloquium by by Evan Solomon of the University of Washington. His seminar titled, Ocean Discovery Lecture Series Program – Revisiting the Role of Continental Margin Sediment Diagenesis in Marine Geochemical Cycles, will be presented on Friday March 15, 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/
06. East Campus/Hosp/HSC Conferences/Seminars/LecturesPublic Symposium: Contact Sports and Traumatic Brain Injuries
Public Symposium: Contact Sports and Traumatic Brain Injuries
The symposium features four Stony Brook experts whose specialties range from neurosurgery to radiology and biomedical engineering to family population and preventive medicine.
Thursday, March 28, 2019
4:45 to 7:30 pm
Medical and Research Translation Building (MART)
Room 5A-100
Stony Brook Medicine
101 Nicolls Road, Stony Brook
Free • Registration required. Register at neuro.stonybrookmedicine.edu/tbisymposium
Science And Research Awareness Series (SARAS)
The Department of Anesthesiology will be organizing the 16th Annual Science And Research Awareness Series (SARAS) in July 2018. This summer program for high school and undergraduate students runs for 3 weeks (July 8 to 26) and consists of lectures, experts views, video workshops and hands on workshops. Register early, as seats are limited. Program details, photos, students and parents comments, video excerpts and application material can be found at SARAS website.
https://sites.google.com/a/stonybrook.edu/saras/
Dept. of Psychiatry & Behavioral Health Grand Rounds-Tues., March 12, 2019, Dr. Philip Corlett, Yale Univ.
“Predictive Coding and Psychosis” , 11-11:50 am, to be held at the Atkins Learning Center, HSC, L-4.
Biomedical Informatics Grand Rounds Presents Dr. Prateek Prasanna: From Artificial to Actionable Intelligence: Role of Computational Imaging in Precision Oncology
Wednesday March 13th, 2019 3-4pm in BMI Conference Room HSC-L3 Room 045
Scholarly Concentrations Program – Research Day
Come share in the research accomplishments of our medical students: Thursday, May 2nd, 12pm – 3pm. Presentations will begin at noon in LH6 and poster session immediately following in the HSC Galleria.
07. Charitable (Habitat, Blood drives, Cats, etc…)International Food Drive
Now through April 12, this food drive seeks nonperishable foods from international markets (e.g., Asian and Indian Markets), ethnic sections of grocery stores (e.g., Trader Joe’s, Stop & Shop), and ethnic food items from Amazon. Drop-off locations are in Administration 440, Jasmine Dining in the Charles B. Wang Center, and the School of Social Welfare in the Health Sciences. We accept any food donation. Presented by Food with Meaning. Managed by the Office of Government and Community Relations.
https://www.stonybrook.edu/commcms/brookology/
08. Culture And Entertainment (Sports, Movies, Events, etc…)Money, Relationships and Happiness” Reception and Lecture
Join the Alumni Association on Thursday, March 21 at 6 pm for a light dinner and hear from Associate Professor Peter Caprariello, PhD as he discusses the intricacies of gift-giving in a relationship and how to spend money in a way that reflects thoughtfulness rather than obligation.
https://alumniandfriends.stonybrook.edu/site/Ticketing?view=Tickets&id=101384
Showcase your area at the 2019 CommUniversity Day!
Join us on Saturday, September 21 as we celebrate CommUniversity Day, a day of family fun showcasing the best academic, research, sports, culture and entertainment Stony Brook has to offer. We’re looking for interactive activities that highlight some of the coolest aspects of the University community. Every discipline is welcome! If you are interested in offering an activity, please complete the Call for Participants on our website by May 31, 2019.
https://www.stonybrook.edu/commcms/communiversity/CallforParticipants.php
Comedian Jay Pharaoh Coming to Staller Center Wednesday, March 13th. Get your tickets now!
Jay Pharoah is an actor, stand-up comedian, & six-season SNL alum well known for his impressions of Barack Obama, Jay Z, Denzel Washington, Kanye West, & many others.
Tickets are on sale at the SAC Ticket Booth, Mon-Fri., 9am-5pm, $20, cash only for faculty/staff, & guests!
Accessible seating available. Email communications@stonybrookusg.org for accommodations. Be advised, no large bags will be permitted inside the venue.
Kolam: An Ephemeral Women’s Art of South India, Opening Reception March 26
The Simons Center Gallery is pleased to announce the opening of Kolam: An Ephemeral Women’s Art of South India, featuring photographs and video of kolam drawings by Claudia Silva.
Opening Reception Tuesday, March 26, 2019
Reception: 5:00 pm, Simons Center Gallery and SCGP Lobby
Artist Talk: 5:30 pm, Kolam: An Ephemeral Women’s Art of South India, by Claudia Silva, Della Pietra Family Auditorium, SCGP 103
On exhibition in the Simons Center Gallery from March 25 – June 26, 2019
scgp.stonybrook.edu/archives/29198
10. Research (Studies, Testing, etc…)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
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.
12. MiscellaneousBenefits & Resources Fair for Seniors – Saturday, April 27th, 2019 – 9 AM to 1 PM
Benefits & Resources Fair for Seniors
Date: Saturday, April 27th, 2019
Time: 9 AM to 1 PM
Location: Long Island State Veterans Home
100 Patriots Road, Stony Brook, NY 11790
Multi-Purpose Room
The event is Free and Open to the public!
Over 40 service representatives will be present. Experts in VA benefits, managed care, Medicaid, housing, home care, assisted living, legal counseling, mental health, long-term care, banking, burial and more will be on hand.
For more info, call 631-444-8606
Dystonia Support Group
Join our greater Long Island community of people living with living with cervical, oromandibular dystonia and blepharospasm and share your personal experiences with others. Light refreshments will be served.
Meets: Saturday, March 30, 2019
Time: 1 to 3:30 pm
(Registration begins promptly at 1 pm; Program begins promptly at 1:30 pm)
Place: Charles B. Wang Center, Stony Brook University, 100 Nicholas Road, Room 201
Contact: Lee Stewart (631) 444-3448 or leelee.stewart@stonybrookmedicine.edu
Huntington’s Disease Caregiver Support Group
Join our greater Long Island community of Huntington’s disease caregivers. Share your personal experiences with others. Light refreshments will be served.
Meets: Second Monday of every month
Time: 6 to 8 pm
Place: 181 North Belle Mead Road, Suite 5, Technology Park, East Setauket
Contact: Lee Stewart (631) 444-3448 or leelee.stewart@stonybrookmedicine.edu
Stony Brook child Care is Available
Stony Brook Campus Child Care is Available
Stony Brook Child Care is an NAEYC accredited Preschool, Infant-Toddler center with caring, professional early childhood teacher, low child-to-teacher ration, and sliding fee scales. SBU affiliated and non-affiliated families are welcome. Call 631-632-6930 for more information and to arrange a visit. You can also visit our website at www.sunysb.edu/childcare.
https://www.sunysb.edu/childcare/
Call for Nominations for the 40 Under Forty Alumni Awards
Nominations for the 40 Under Forty Alumni Recognition Program are now open. We are looking to celebrate our most noteworthy, innovative, service-orientated and entrepreneurially-spirited graduates. Visit the 40 Under Forty website for award criteria and to nominate a Stony Brook graduate today. Nominations will be accepted up until end of business (EST) on Tuesday, April 30, 2019.
https://www.stonybrook.edu/40underforty/
iCREATE/DoIT Inventor Summer Camp
iCREATE will be holding a Inventors Summer Camp for Middle School Students July 15th – 19th. This camp cultivates an environment that fosters engagement, creation and collaboration by encouraging tomorrow’s leaders.
https://www.stonybrook.edu/commcms/innovation/events/Summer_Camp.php
UUP MEMBERSHIP MEETING
Wednesday March 13, 2019 from 12:00 PM to 1:00 PM
Student Activities Center: Ballroom A
Lunch will be served
Space is limited to 250
Deadline: Tuesday, March 12th by 2 PM.
Please remember to bring your Stony Brook ID cards for swipe card attendance system.
Must RSVP to link below
https://www.uupsbu.org/rsvpmaker/membership-meeting-2018-03-13/
Women’s Heart Health Seminar – Tuesday, 3/12 & Friday, 3/15
Join Healthier U and promote the WomenHeart @ Work initiative! WomenHeart @ Work (W@W) is WomenHeart’s workplace-based heart health outreach initiative to raise heart health awareness where so many Americans put their hearts every day—the workplace.
Employees will learn about the signs and symptoms of heart disease, key risks factors associated with heart disease, and how to make changes to reduce risk.
All attendees receive giveaways & are entered into a raffle for HU prizes.
Sign-up today!
https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/SBUWHW2019
New offers on Brookology Steals & Deals
The new deals this week include 15% off purchases at East Main & Main Donut Bar, 10% off one item at Madison’s Niche, and discounts on eyeglasses at Stony Brook Vision World. 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.
