01. Administrative (dept moves/closes, employee info, Admin announcements)
Call for December Commencement Volunteers
The Commencement Office is currently planning for December Commencement and we are reaching out to Faculty and Staff to assist with this years ceremony.
Date: Friday, December 20, 2019
Location: Island Federal Credit Union Arena, West Campus
Ceremony Start: 11:00 AM
Doors Open: 10:00 AM
If you would like to be apart of this annual tradition and/or know of any colleagues who would like to volunteer as well, please use the link below.
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSe18NgW-Em8533btNNqQwymiQxkYyEtza8O3MHq6HTUHad4-g/viewform
03. Workshops/Courses/Training (work related; HR, EAP, DoIT, etc…)Master of Science in Athletic Training
The School of Health Technology and Management announces a graduate program in Athletic Training leading to a Master of Science degree. The admission cycle is open for summer 2020. For more information about this two year, full-time, 77 credit program please visit our website or contact Kathryn Koshansky @ 631 632-7217 or kathryn.koshansky@stonybrook.edu. Information sessions will be held in the Sport Complex, room G-33 on Tuesday’s November 5th & December 3rd from 1-2pm.
https://healthtechnology.stonybrookmedicine.edu/programs/at/graduate
Respectful Communications Workshop, November 5, 2019, 9am-4pm, Wang 301
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.
Civil Service in a Nutshell, November 6, 2019, 9am-11am, Wang 201
This workshop will help provide you with information about Civil Service list appointments, canvassing lists, transfers, types of appointments, and much more.
Would You Do Business with You?
You may only have 30 seconds to project a clear message about what you do – are you putting your best foot forward?
This workshop will help you:
-Develop a clear elevator pitch
-Create an effective business card
-Get the most out of your networking efforts
-Assess how you dress and the importance of your physical appearance
11.07.19
Registration/Refreshments starts at: 8:30am
Program: 9am – 11am
Location: Small Business Development Center
Register today!
Contact the SBDC at 631-632-9837
https://events.r20.constantcontact.com/register/eventReg?oeidk=a07egnli523cf55e27c&oseq=&c=&ch=
Selling to the Government & 8(a), HUBZone and WOSB Certifications
You could be leaving thousands or even MILLIONS of $$$ on the Federal Government Procurement Table. The above program is geared toward assisting socially- and economically-disadvantaged businesses.
Attend our FREE certification training session to learn more.
Thursday, November 7, 2019
10:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.
Stony Brook Small Business Development Center
Register for this FREE workshop, or for additional information, contact the SBDC: sbdc@stonybrook.edu; 631.632.9837
https://events.r20.constantcontact.com/register/eventReg?oeidk=a07ego96b1i60deecc8&oseq=&c=&ch=
SBU Reporting Training for Finance VP Reporting Users: 11/20/19 10:00am-12:00pm, Harriman SINC Room 320
The training session will offer an introduction to SBU Reporting for Finance VP Reporting Users. Topics include how to navigate in the system, adjusting report criteria, drilling to detail on reports, and an overview of report purposes and functionalities. SBU Reporting for Finance access is required in order to attend this hands-on workshop.
Target Audience: VP Coordinators, Departmental Personnel Administrators, Deans & Chairs of Departments.
SASC Lunch with Partners Event
The Student Accessibility Support Center is excited to invite you to three opportunities to meet and discuss the accommodation process, learn about accommodations available to students, and how we can partner to provide a more inclusive learning environment. A free boxed lunch will be provided.
Where: SAC 304
When: October 8th, November 12th, and December 3rd at 12:00 PM-1:00 PM
If accommodations are needed, please contact Student Accessibility Support Center at
631-632-6748
Link to RSVP: https://forms.gle/wh8PZAho61coTLwr8
Mini Byte: Making the Most of Google Sheets Part 4 – Pivot Tables to Summarize Your Data with a Click (online-DoIT Training)
Do you work with spreadsheets? Have you ever needed to quickly summarize a sheet of data to see total numbers by department, project status, or any value repeated in your data? In this session, learn how with pivot tables in Google Sheets: you’ll work in your own copy of the demo spreadsheet to create and customize a pivot table. Have specific questions about your spreadsheet? Attend the session, and then we’ll schedule to look at your sheet. This online training is Fri., Nov. 1st, 10:00 to 10:3
The MIC & PWR Writing Workshop & Webinar 3: Writing Originally & Avoiding Unintentional Plagiarism
This workshop helps grad students practice engaging sources to curb plagiarism and take strong intellectual positions of their own. Students will practice technical, rhetorical, and ethical citation skills, also discussing common challenges with the presenter.
Workshop, 11/6/19 (Wed.) 1:00-2:30pm @ SBS, S-147 (MIC)
+ Webinar 7:00pm @ meet.google.com/zkc-ejan-oaq
https://www.stonybrook.edu/commcms/mic/_pdf/WW3%20F19%20Flyer.pdf
Special Session with Perry Sampson: Lessons Learned Using Echo360 in Class and Follow-up Workshops
This presentation describes techniques used in Echo360 that have led to 1) increased level of student participation overall, 2) increased engagement in populations less represented in the sciences and 3) identify students at risk even before the first exam. Participants will learn what is the workflow with Echo360 to achieve these outcomes as well as the benefits that are expected. Join us Tuesday, October 29 at 10AM in Javits 105. Register today.
https://stonybrookuniversity.co1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_5tpktHQ8g7nU2ZT
Traveling Active Learning Mini-Series Part II: Course Design for Active Learning, Hosted by Psychology
Join us for all or part of our new “traveling” workshop mini-series, hosted by the Psychology department. This series of 30-minute interactive workshops on special topics in Active Learning will provide an overview of theory and practice of active learning in various course contexts so you can walk away with strategies to use in your courses right away. Part 2 – Course Design for Active Learning will be held Wednesday, October 30, 9:30-10AM in Psychology A146. Register today.
https://stonybrookuniversity.co1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_2gF66bcjAgGlR2d
Paperless Grading: How to Embed Rubrics in Your Blackboard Course
In this online workshop we will discuss the ins and outs of using rubrics, and how to embed them in your Blackboard assignments to save time and improve clarity for your students. Since this workshop is online, an Adobe Connect link will be sent to you prior to the workshop. See link below to register.
https://stonybrookuniversity.co1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_2gF66bcjAgGlR2d
Traveling Active Learning Mini-Series Part III: Assessment of Active Learning, Hosted by Psychology
Join us Wednesday, November 3, 9:30-10AM for Part III of our “traveling” workshop mini-series, hosted by the Psychology Department- Assessment of Active Learning. We will provide an overview of theory and practice of active learning in various course contexts so you can walk away with strategies to use in your courses right away. Register today.
https://stonybrookuniversity.co1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_2gF66bcjAgGlR2d
College Teaching Seminars: Evidence-Based Teaching Practices II
Want to know more about LIVER activities? Learn how the flipped course format is implemented in a large Biology lecture course (Flipped BIO 203: Fundamentals of Biology: Cellular and Organ Physiology). A hybrid course is a mix between an online and a face to face course. Lecture material is delivered online, for students to access nearly anytime. During scheduled class time, students participate in activities. Join us Wednesday, November 6, 3-4:30PM in Computer Science 2401. Register today.
https://stonybrookuniversity.co1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_2l5ecGbnTGfS1iR
Lend Me Your Ears: Podcasts as Open Educational Resources
This workshop will look at how and why you might want to use podcasts as a resource in your classroom. We’ll discuss the range of content that’s out there, how to find it, evaluate it, and incorporate it into both online and in-person classes. Join us Wednesday, November 6, 3-4PM in the CELT Faculty Commons (Melville E-1332). See link below to register.
https://stonybrookuniversity.co1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_9YPKbsbgOr3sSeF
Let’s Talk About Teaching Online: Conversations on Distance Learning
Please join the Center for Excellence in Learning and Teaching for a special mini-conference on Distance Learning. This will take place Thursday, November 7, 11:00AM- 1:30PM in the CELT Faculty Commons (Melville Library E-1332). We will present a panel of experts who explore topics including curating content for your online course, ensuring academic honesty, and more. Registration is $20. Visit the link below for more information and to register.
OPERATING A HOME-BASED BUSINESS
November 14, 2019
10:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Mastics-Moriches-Shirley Community Library
More people are choosing to operate a home-based business than ever before. Learn how to develop the entrepreneurial qualities needed.
• Legal Requirements
• Zoning and Other Restrictions
• Financial Fundamentals
• Presenting a Professional Image
• Marketing Your Home-Based Business
Register Today!
Contact the Stony Brook SBDC at sbdc@stonybrook.edu or (631) 632-9837 or Shirley Library at (631) 399-1511, x240
https://events.r20.constantcontact.com/register/eventReg?oeidk=a07eglqxman2aef2af4&oseq=&c=&ch=
New Fall Workshops
Come and participate in workshops on:
Managing UP – How to improve your relationship with your boss
Modes of Communication & When to Use Them
Communicating Across Generations
https://www.stonybrook.edu/commcms/ombuds/resources/workshops.php
05. Conferences/Seminars/LecturesLife Sciences Summit 2019
November 6-7, New York City
The Center for Biotechnology’s annual Life Sciences Summit – an early stage investor and business development conference that highlights innovation. The event connects emerging biotech companies and academic innovators with the capital and strategic partners they will need to move new discoveries through clinical development. Program features include presentations by promising young companies, plenary sessions, business workshops, and therapeutic sessions.
http://lifesciencessummit.org/
CEWIT 2019 Conference 11/6/19
The 15th International Conference on Emerging Technologies for a Smarter World is being held at CEWIT on November 6, 2019. The conference will focus on technologies and innovations in Machine Learning, Artificial Intelligence, Blockchain and Computational Medicine. To register or for more information, please visit:
https://www.cewit.org/conference2019/about/index.php
Neuroscience Seminar Series
On Thursday, October 31, 2019 @ 12:00 noon in Life Sciences Bldg – Room 038, the Department of Neurobiology & Behavior will be hosting a seminar entitled: “Neural Basis of Dynamic Risk Preferences” speaker is Dr. Christine Constantinople, Assistant Professor, New York University.
Faculty Host: Dr. Qiaojie Xiong – 632 3573
Biochemistry and Cell Biology Seminar, Thursday, October 31, 2019
You are cordially invited to attend a seminar given by Bradley Olwin, University of Colorado at Boulder, entitled “Cellular Changes in Muscle Tissue Accompanying Functional Loss during Aging.” It will be held on Thursday, October 31, 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.
University Libraries Presents: STEM Speaker Series: AI Language Analysis for Mental Health Digital Words as a Powerful Marker for Well-Being, Dr. Andrew Schwartz
Your mobile device knows a lot about you! This personal data could also enable a much more accurate mental health assessment. AI-based language analyses are beginning to provide powerful measurements of the mental health of people in their own words on social media. Please join Dr. Schwartz, an SBU Assistant Professor of Computer Science for this interesting and relevant conversation.
University Libraries Presents : Digital Humanities Reading Group
The Digital Humanities Reading Group is a forum for discussion and critical engagement with the scholarly literature of the various fields, practices, and modes of inquiry encompassed by the term, “digital humanities.” Each meeting will focus on pre-selected texts which participants are invited to read before the meeting. All are welcome.
At our October 29th meeting, we will discuss “Deceptive Contiguity: The Polygon in Spatial History,” by Luca Scholz.
https://library.stonybrook.edu/library-events/digital-humanities-reading-group/
University Libraries Presents : Literary Karaoke – Halloween Edition!
Read a passage from a favorite piece of speculative fiction (mystery, horror, science fiction, suspense), or from a piece related to the fall season. All welcome, whether to read or just to listen and discover new texts.
https://library.stonybrook.edu/library-events/literary-karaoke-halloween-edition-3/
University Libraries Presents: Art in Focus: Lasting Impression-the Essence of a Printmaker, Dan Welden
The Art in Focus lecture series presents an illustrated talks by Dan Welden. It is a collaboration between Stony Brook University Libraries and the Pollock-Krasner House and Study Center.
University Libraries Presents : 2019 Open Educational Resources Colloquium
Many Stony Brook University instructors have been using Open Educational Resources (OER) for the past few years. Please join us for a panel discussion consisting of students and instructors who will be providing some insight into their successes and challenges working with OER.
https://library.stonybrook.edu/library-events/2019-open-educational-resources-colloquium/
Ecology and Evolution Seminar
Coffee at 2:30 P.M., Seminar begins promptly at 2:45 P.M., Wednesday, October 30, 2019, Life Sciences Building, Room 039, “Extinct, Threatened, Recovered: Evidence-based Methods for Conservation Classifications,” Dr. Resit Akcakaya, Department of Ecology and Evolution, Stony Brook University. Host: Dr. Jeffrey Levinton. If you need a disability-related accommodation, please call: The Department of Ecology and Evolution at (631) 632-8600
IACS Student Seminar: What Can Twitter Tell About Black Panther Movie and Black Racial Identity?
Student Speaker, Firman Manda Firmansyah, Technology and Society
Many movie critics and experts have claimed that the Black Panther, the first Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU) movie received the Academy Awards/Oscars, has empowered African American/Black community in the United States. Nevertheless, hitherto, little research has been done to investigate such claims.
Check out the link for more info!
Uncertainty Quantification and Scientific Machine Learning for Complex Engineering and Physical Systems
IACS Seminar Speaker: Guang Lin, Purdue University
Abstract:
Experience suggests that uncertainties often play an important role in quantifying the performance of complex systems. Therefore, uncertainty needs to be treated as a core element in the modeling, simulation, and optimization of complex systems. In this talk, I will first present a review of the novel UQ techniques I developed to conduct stochastic simulations for very large-scale complex systems.
Check out the link for more info!
https://calendar.stonybrook.edu/site/iacs/event/iacs-seminar-speaker-guang-lin-purdue-university/
Department of Microbiology & Immunology Seminar Series
Please join Dr. Maurizio Del Poeta who will be hosting seminar speaker Dr. Aaron Mitchell from Carnegie Mellon University today Monday 10/28 at 12 noon in Room 038 of the Life Sciences Building. Dr. Mitchell will present “Circuit Diversification in a Biofilm Regulatory Network”. More info about the speaker: https://www.cmu.edu/bio/people/faculty/mitchell.html
Biochemistry and Cell Biology Seminar, Thursday, October 31, 2019
You are cordially invited to attend a seminar given by Bradley Olwin, University of Colorado at Boulder, entitled “Cellular Changes in Muscle Tissue Accompanying Functional Loss during Aging.” It will be held Thursday, October 31, 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.
BMI Grand Rounds Lecture Series Fall 2019: Guest Speaker Anat Biegon, PhD, Stony Brook University Topic: “Every Cell Has a Sex: Implications for Biomedical Research”
Wednesday,Oct 30, 2019 3 pm—4 pm Health Science Center L2-3B
SoMAS Seminar 11/1 at noon by Ruth Defries of Ecology, Evolution, and Environmental Biology/Earth Institute Columbia University. Topic: Science-based Solutions for Healthy Tropical Forests and People.
Please join us for an Oceans and Atmosphere Colloquium by Ruth Defries of Ecology, Evolution, and Environmental Biology / Earth Institute Columbia University. Her seminar, Science-based Solutions for Healthy Tropical Forests and People”, will be presented on Friday November 1, 2019 at 12:00pm 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/LecturesDepartment of Pharmacological Sciences Seminar Series
Lecture Title: Acyl chain dyshomeostasis as a therapeutic target for Alzheimer’s disease
Speaker: Laura Beth McIntire PhD, Assistant Professor, Department of Pathology & Cell Biology – Columbia University
Location: BST Level 8, Seminar Room 180
Date & Time: Monday, October 28, 2019 – 1:00pm
Host: Michael Frohman MD, PhD
Department of Pharmacological Sciences Seminar Series
Lecture Title: Lifting the iron curtain: immuno-metabolic imaging and therapy in cancer
Speaker: Avigdor Leftin PhD, Assistant Professor, Department of Radiology – Stony Brook University
Location: BST Level 8, Seminar Room 180
Date & Time: Tuesday, October 29, 2019 – 12:00pm
Host: Miguel Garcia-Diaz, PhD
Dept. of Psychiatry & Behavioral Health Grand Rounds-Tues., October 29, 2019, Dr. Rajita Sinha, Yale Univ.
“Stress Pathophysiology in Addiction: Neurobiological Mechanisms and Treatment Implications”, 12:30 – 1:20 pm, HSC, Level 3, Lecture Hall 5
Department of Pharmacological Sciences Seminar Series
Lecture Title: Reevaluating the functional Role of Axin as a scaffold for kinase signaling in the Wnt pathway
Speaker: Jesse Zalatan PhD, Assistant Professor, Dept of Chemistry, University of Washington
Location: BST Level 8, Seminar Room 180
Date & Time: Tuesday, November 5, 2019 – 12:00pm
Host: Jessica Seeliger, PhD
BMI Grand Rounds Lecture Series Fall 2019: Guest Speaker Anat Biegon, PhD, Stony Brook University Topic: “Every Cell Has a Sex: Implications for Biomedical Research”
Wednesday,Oct 30, 2019 3 pm—4 pm Health Science Center L2-3B
Call for December Commencement Volunteers
The Commencement Office is currently planning for December Commencement and we are reaching out to Faculty and Staff to assist us with this years ceremony.
Friday, December 20, 2019
Island Federal Credit Union Arena, West Campus
Ceremony Start: 11:00 AM
Doors Open: 10:00 AM
Please use the link below to volunteer.
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSe18NgW-Em8533btNNqQwymiQxkYyEtza8O3MHq6HTUHad4-g/viewform
07. Charitable (Habitat, Blood drives, Cats, etc…)Hats for Heroes 2019
Let’s remember our veterans and show them our appreciation for all that they have sacrificed!
Cash or Checks written to “Stony Brook Foundation/LISVH” and note in the Memo
“Hats for Heroes program, SBF account 285040”.
Mail or deliver donations to be received by Nov. 1st to:
Nancy Gaugler, c/o UUP West Campus Chapter Office, S5415 Melville Library, zip=3388.
Any questions, contact Nancy.Gaugler@stonybrook.edu or 632-6241.
Brought to you by the UUP Community Services Committee
Do You Crochet, Knit or Quilt?
The Stony Brook Stitchers are a volunteer group that makes & donates handmade items to patients at various Stony Brook University medical facilities. We are currently seeking donations of larger sized blankets for toddlers, tweens, teens, & young adults. Afghans, prayer shawls, & lap blankets for adults are also needed.
For more information, contact us. We’d love to hear from you. All are welcome.
East campus: Melissa Shampine 631-444-1371
West campus: Jan Tassie 631-632-6891
https://you.stonybrook.edu/stonybrookstitchers/
08. Culture And Entertainment (Sports, Movies, Events, etc…)University Libraries Presents : Emotional Treasure : An Interactive Art Exhibition
Participants in this event will create a small four-fold palm-size booklet and write in the booklet an anonymous confession or secret that they have never shared. The person who writes the confession then selects a book from the free book stacks and inserts this booklet with their confession inside their chosen book. Over the course of two weeks, browsers then pick up one of the free books. The person who picks up a book containing a booklet with a confession reads the text and adds comments
https://library.stonybrook.edu/library-events/emotional-treasure-an-interactive-art-project/
Jeopardy Night
JEOPARDY NIGHT ~ Come join the School of Medicine in the HSC Galleria for a fun night of JEOPARDY! Wednesday, November 20 at 5:30-8:30 p.m. Register teams of 4-6 players today in the Office of Student Affairs: $10 pp early bird by 11/19; $13 pp after 11/19 (Please bring cash). Play for many great giveaways and win raffle prizes! Proceeds go to support the following medical student organizations: SBHome, MagicAid, and Phi Delta Epsilon. Come join the fun!
11. Food Related (strawberry fest, etc…)Brooklyn Roasting Company comes to Admin Cart
Brooklyn Roasting Company will be served at the Admin Cart. The Retail advisory committee did a blind taste test, and Brooklyn stood out among the rest. The Brooklyn Roasting Company sources and serves superb and sustainable coffees from the world’s most renowned growing regions. We favor third-party-certified coffees in order to help guarantee a living wage for historically impoverished farmers. We celebrate the strong local character of Brooklyn and its rich coffee-roasting heritage.
12. MiscellaneousStony Brook Campus Child Care is Available
Stony Brook Child Care is an NAEYC accredited Preschool, Infant-Toddler Center with caring, professional early childhood teachers, low child-to-teacher ratio, and sliding fee scales. SBU affiliated and non-affiliated families are welcome. Call 631-632-6930 for more information and to arrange a visit.
https://www.sunysb.edu/childcare/
Teddy Bear Collection
Small Business Center is a collection site for the Red Knights Motorcycle NY Chapter 26 Teddy Bear Run on 11/14/2019. Please bring new teddy bears or new stuffed animals to the SBDC Offices, R&D Park, Development Drive, Res. & Supp. Svces. Bldg. 17, Room 146. The Teddy Bears and Stuffed animals will benefit the Kids Brookhaven Town Interface. COLLECTION ENDS November 18th. Info: www.rkny26.com and ann.garbarino@stonybrook.edu
Final Weeks of Port Jeff Shuttle
The final weeks of the Port Jeff Shuttle are approaching! Ride the Port Jeff Shuttle before November 10 to enjoy a free ride to Port Jeff Village!
http://www.pjshuttle.com/about.html
New to Steals and Deals
Check out what’s new on Steals and Deals ! 10% off every purchase at Locklizard Limited and 15% off leather products at D&M Leather Studio!
