01. Administrative (dept moves/closes, employee info, Admin announcements)
DUO/2-Factor Account Available
Two-Step Login adds an extra layer of security to your accounts. Even if someone has your password, the account is still protected by DUO. Follow the link below to learn more and sign-up for your DUO/2-Factor account today.
https://it.stonybrook.edu/services/duo-security-two-step-login
Speech Language Pathology Project Completed
Stony Brook’s Facilities & Services Division is excited to announce that the renovation in Atlantic Hall at our Southampton Campus is now complete in time for the Spring 2021 semester program. The comprehensive renovation, for the School of Health Technology & Management, included redesigning and building six faculty offices, five faculty labs, two classrooms, two simulation labs, a central debriefing room, and a conference room.
Ask the Ombuds – A Weekly Informal Online Chat
Wednesdays at 1:00 pm
You’re invited to learn about how the Ombuds Office can be a resource for you. Whether you would like to improve your relationships or resolve problems in the workplace or academic environment, the Ombuds Office provides confidential and impartial assistance to the Stony Brook community.
https://www.stonybrook.edu/commcms/ombuds/resources/workshops.php
02. East Campus/Hosp/HSC Admin AnnouncementsRespiratory Care Information Session
The School of Health Technology and Management offers a Respiratory Care Program which is a 2-year upper-division professional program leading to a Bachelor of Science degree. Applications will be accepted starting October 1st through March 1st.
Information Sessions are held the first Thursday of each month from 2:30-4:30pm. To attend a session, please email Pat Bley at: patricia.bley@stonybrook.edu to receive the Zoom link. The upcoming Information Sessions dates are: 2/4/21, 3/4/21 & 4/1/21.
https://healthtechnology.stonybrookmedicine.edu/programs/rc/about
03. Workshops/Courses/Training (work related; HR, EAP, DoIT, etc…)Join CELT for an Online Teaching Certificate (OTC) Course
Join the Center for Excellence in Learning and Teaching (CELT) for one of our Online Teaching Certificate (OTC) multi-week courses:
OTC: Tuesday, February 16th – Tuesday, March 23rd
OTC Accelerated: Wednesday, March 3rd – Friday, March 19th
Email celt@stonybrook.edu if you have any questions.
https://calendar.stonybrook.edu/site/it/
Accounting Basics For Small Business
Please join CPA and SBDC Certified Business Advisor, Brenda Zhang, to help you understand basic accounting terms, procedures, and financial statements to insure the financial health and profitability of your business so that you can make informed, critical business decisions. Registration is Required for this Zoom presentation.
https://events.r20.constantcontact.com/register/eventReg?oeidk=a07ehi58s5263ec1d33&oseq=&c=&ch=
Alda Center graduate courses still open for spring
Spring Alda Center science communication courses are open for graduate students interested in learning to share their work effectively with others: JRN 513: Science of Science Communication, 1-credit, asynchronous online; JRN 528: Engaging with Journalists, 3-credit, synchronous online; and JRN 575: Building your Digital Audience, 3-credit, synchronous online. It is possible to waive prerequisite courses. Interested? Contact maureen.p.robinson@stonybrook.edu or elizabeth.bojsza@stonybrook.edu.
Spring 2021: Relationship Skills Group
Relationship Skills Group, led by experienced relationship scientists. We offer evidence-based skills for navigating all aspects of relationships from start to end. All relationship experience levels invited – you don’t have to be in a relationship to join. Groups meet weekly via Zoom. Interested? Call (631)-632-7830 or email krasnercenter@stonybrook.edu
Graduate program for Medical Laboratory Scientist
The Medical Molecular Biology part-time programs (Master of Science and Advanced Certificate) at the School of Health Technology & Management prepares you to work in the fastest growing areas of the lab; molecular diagnostics, flow cytometry and cytogenetics. Accepting applications for Summer 2021! Visit our website and send any questions to Program Director gloria.viboud@stonybrook.edu
https://healthtechnology.stonybrookmedicine.edu/programs/mmb
Need to Hire Student Employees & Interns? Join Our FREE Virtual Fair on 2/3!
The Career Center will be hosting our Virtual On Campus Job & Internship Fair on Wednesday, February 3rd from 11-1 via Zoom. This event is an opportunity to hire Student Assistants, Federal Work Study Students, Graduate Assistants, Credit-Bearing Interns, and Research Assistants. It is free for all on campus departments to participate! Advanced registration is required: https://forms.gle/jRVXSLjqUEvEQBMC8
Call for Nominations: Recognize Excellent Student Employees & Interns!
Do you have an extraordinary undergraduate or graduate student working or interning in your department? Then recognize them for all of their hard work by sending in a nomination for the 2021 Student Employee & Supervisor of the Year Awards! In an effort to recognize a greater variety of students, various local awards will be included in this year’s ceremony! Nomination deadlines vary depending on award, beginning as early as 1/29. Learn more and nominate at the link below.
https://www.stonybrook.edu/commcms/student-employment/recognition/2020Nomination.php
CIE & CELT College Teaching Seminar Series for TAs and Postdocs continues 2/3
The College Teaching Seminar Series for TAs and Postdocs hosted by the CIE and CELT continues Wednesday 2/3. See full descriptions & register for one or more through the events calendar at the link below! Zoom link will be sent prior to the seminar.
Spring seminars (every other Wednesday from 3:30-5:00pm):
2/3: How Do Selected Learning Theories Support Pedagogy
2/17: Effective Teaching Online
3/3: Teaching Discussion Panel with IRADCA Postdocs
3/17: Student Populations and Institution Types
https://calendar.stonybrook.edu/site/it/?view=
Faculty Writing Group
The next Faculty Writing Group, a community of support for faculty writing projects, will begin February 5th and continue until April 30 on Fridays from 1:30 to 2:30. If interested or would like more information, please fill out the quick survey in the link below by January 31st. This cohort is limited to the first 20 applicants.
https://forms.gle/ZUHN9w2scvs8cPFaA
Master’s Degree Program in the Department of Oral Biology and Pathology
The Department of Oral Biology and Pathology in the School of Dental Medicine is currently accepting 2021 admission applications. The MS in Biomedical Science (Oral Biology and Pathology track) can be pursued with either a Thesis or Non-thesis/Capstone Option. Prospective students interested in obtaining additional information on the admissions process or to discuss applications and academic goals, please email the Graduate Program Director, Dr. Stephen Walker at Stephen.Walker@stonybrook.edu
https://dentistry.stonybrookmedicine.edu/dentalprograms/mastersphd#admissions
How to Accept Payments, Anywhere, Anytime – What You Need To Know About E-Commerce
Join Christine Curzio, Simply Credit Card Processing to learn how to accept payments any way your customer wants to pay: in person, on your website, virtual terminal or on your smartphone. Registration is Required. Sponsored in part by Capital One Bank
https://events.r20.constantcontact.com/register/eventReg?oeidk=a07ehiubc8y91518efd&oseq=&c=&ch=
Classroom Technology
Teaching face-to-face in Spring 2021? Visit the Classroom Technology service page on hybrid teaching systems!
Find helpful information, some best practices, and tips, on how to bring remote students into the classroom using the installed technology!
Submit a service ticket for an in-person training session outside of your class session following campus safety guidelines. Please visit service.stonybrook.edu and select “Teaching & Learning” as your service.
https://it.stonybrook.edu/pages/hybrid-teaching-technology
04. East Campus/Hosp/HSC Workshops/TrainingVirtual Tai Chi for Arthritis and Fall Prevention
Stony Brook Trauma Center’s next series is scheduled to begin the week of February 15th. Workshops are free and offered on Zoom, registration is required. Classes are led by a certified instructor; twice a week for 60 minutes for 8 weeks. Using the principles and movements of Tai Chi, the program helps senior citizens improve their balance, increase their confidence in doing everyday activities, and proven to reduce fall risk.
https://trauma.stonybrookmedicine.edu/falls_programs
05. Conferences/Seminars/LecturesDr Kathleen Bartzen Culver to present at the School of Communication and Journalism February Research Colloquium
Kathleen Bartzen Culver’s presentation is entitled “Truth, Trust and the Future of Journalism Ethics.” She will also talk about mis- and disinformation, including in the context of the 2020 U.S. presidential election and related events. It will take place on Wednesday, February 3, from 1:00 to 2:20 p.m. via Zoom: https://stonybrook.zoom.us/j/93544040555?pwd=eEN6VEhONjAzQTN4Wm14VXZoS0Jadz09, Passcode: Colloquium
https://journalism.wisc.edu/news/staff/kathleen-bartzen-culver/
Registration Open for School of Social Welfare Continuing Education Trainings
Lifelong learning for Social Workers* and other healthcare professionals. Our advanced training opportunities encompass theoretical and evidence-based practice models. NYS Licensed social workers earn CEU’s. For program details, schedule of trainings and registration, visit our website. For more information: jennifer.d.davidson@stonybrook.edu
https://socialwelfare.stonybrookmedicine.edu/continuing_education
Operations & Analytics Seminar: Blatant Benevolence and Social Capital Attainment on Social Network Sites (SNSs): A Multi-method Approach
Please join the College of Business on Friday, February 5 from 11:00 am to 12:30 pm via Zoom, for an Operations and Analytics Seminar Series talk from Jingyuan Yang, Ph.D. Candidate, The University of Rhode Island College of Business. The topic is, “Blatant Benevolence and Social Capital Attainment on Social Network Sites (SNSs): A Multi-method Approach.”
Zoom link: https://stonybrook.zoom.us/j/95662496850?pwd=MHBhZHR4RG9KSzBwdlo5aC84RDFJZz09 (Meeting ID: 956 6249 6850, Passcode: 699370)
University Libraries’ Call for Proposals: Symposium on Advancing Equity in Higher Educations on Long Island
Stony Brook University Libraries is pleased to invite proposals for presentations, panels, and interactive workshops for a virtual Spring 2021 symposium on Advancing Equity in Higher Education on Long Island. All proposals are due by February 14, 2021. Participants will be notified of proposal status the week of February 22, 2021 for the Symposium on April 9, 2021. See link for details.
06. East Campus/Hosp/HSC Conferences/Seminars/LecturesGrand Rounds: Salvatore Mangione, MD
The Center for Medical Humanities, Compassionate Care and Bioethics presents:
Salvatore Mangione, MD
Thursday, January 28, 2021
4:30pm- 6:00pm
Location: Zoom (see website and flyer for meeting details)
Questions: Stephen.Post@stonybrookmedicine.edu
See link for details
https://www.stonybrook.edu/commcms/bioethics/events/#2021
School of Nursing 50th Anniversary Semniar Series – COVID-19 Response Panel – Novel Approaches
Join us in celebrating the 50th Anniversary of the School of Nursing by attending this free educational event. COVID-19 placed unprecedented demands on healthcare systems across the country. Nurses were called to care for critically ill patients in numbers never imagined. Join to learn how three nurse leaders responded by developing novel approaches to care for patients and their coworkers. Earn NCPD credits for a small fee.
School of Nursing 50th Anniversary Semniar Series – Deans’ Panel – Leading through Uncertainty
Join us in celebrating the 50th Anniversary of the School of Nursing by attending this free educational event. The year 2020 brought a global pandemic, racial unrest, longstanding, now illuminated healthcare inequities, and environmental disasters. Learn how these Dean’s are preparing nurses at all levels of practice who will take action to aid society, reduce inequities and meet the nation’s future health needs. Earn NCPD credits for a small fee.
Dept. of Psychiatry & Behavioral Health Virtual Grand Rounds
Tues., January 26, 2021, 11 – 12 pm. “Inflamed Depression”, with guest speaker, Dr. Edward Bullmore, Cambridge University
Join virtual presentation at:
https://stonybrook.zoom.us/j/95582905476?pwd=RVIxU2REZXNnYlgrYk9GeTJzM0JKdz09
BMI Grand Grounds: The Interplay of Curvature and Control from Vison-Based Autonomy, Networks, to Economics
Guest Speaker: Professor Romeil Sandhu, Stony Brook University
Date: Feb 03
Time: 3pm – 4pm (EST)
Link: https://stonybrook.zoom.us/j/95617197636?pwd=KytzZ2pVRG9SZGpKZUtpNXJISjNjZz09
Meeting ID: 956 1719 7636
Passcode: 924293
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 12, 2021 to be included in the spring installation.
Visit www.stonybrook.edu/legacyway to reserve your brick today!
http://www.stonybrook.edu/legacyway
08. Culture And Entertainment (Sports, Movies, Events, etc…)Café Latino Spanish Conversation Club
The Department of Hispanic Languages and Litearure invites you to our weekly Spanish conversation group! Join us for coffee, snacks and conversation. All levels welcome. Wednesdays 1 to 2 PM at the Humanities Faculty Lounge.
https://www.stonybrook.edu/commcms/hispanic/events/Cafe%3F%20Latino.jpg
09. For-Pay Workshops/Courses (SPD, Weight Watchers, Craft Center, etc…)Master of Science in Athletic Training
A Master of Science degree in Athletic Training is offered through the School of Health Technology and Management. The admission cycle is open for summer 2021 start. For more information about this two-year, full-time 77 credit program visit our website. Remote Information Sessions will be held on February 2 (Tues) from 1-2 and February 18 (Thurs) from 5-6. To RSVP and receive the Zoom link, contact ATprogram@stonybrook.edu with the date/time you wish to attend.
https://healthtechnology.stonybrookmedicine.edu/programs/at/graduate
Stony Brook Toastmasters Online – Improve Your Public Speaking & Leadership Skills in a Virtual Environment – Thursday, January 28th at 6pm!
Are you interested in improving your communication skills and building leadership skills in a fun, friendly, and supportive environment? Be a guest at our next Toastmasters online meeting on Thursday, January 28th from 6-7:30pm via Zoom! Join us and see what we’re all about! Meetings are FREE to attend. You don’t have to be a member to visit. For the duration of the COVID-19 pandemic, all meetings will be online. Visit https://stonybrookspeechwolves.toastmastersclubs.org/ for more information.
https://zoom.us/my/thebookingace
11. Food Related (strawberry fest, etc…)Mediterranean Nation Weekly Specials
Visit Mediterranean Nation, level 5 of the hospital lobby, Monday-Friday 10:30am-3pm. This week’s special is the Zesty Multigrain Salad Bowl – quinoa over arugula with grilled chicken, feta cheese, oranges, avocado and red onions tossed with a lemon herb vinaigrette ($8.99).
13. Children’s ProgramHoliday Science Camp – Grades 5-7
Fun, hands-on science programs for students in Grades 5-7 during school holidays. The February 24, April 19 & April 21 topics are All about Magnetism, Dinosaurs & Fossils and Aerodynamics
https://www.stonybrook.edu/commcms/istem/students/grades_5-12/ms_academic/holiday_science_camp.php
Della Pietra High School Applied Math Program – academic year program for high school students
Weekly online three-hour sessions where students will explore a variety of mathematical areas that will teach them about applied mathematics. Topics may include game theory, optimization, the mathematics of puzzles and games, computer modeling, mathematics of finance. Students will work individually or in groups on projects that will further their understanding of the topic.
https://www.stonybrook.edu/commcms/istem/students/grades_5-12/academic/della_pietra.php
