00. IT News and Alerts
Ole Miss and Respondus tackle exam integrity in Blackboard Learn – Wed 11/10/21 @ 1pm EST
Stony Brook University has a Respondus & Respondus Monitor Subscription. Additional information and links to Respondus resources can be found online at: https://it.stonybrook.edu/services/respondus
On November 10, University of Mississippi’s Director of Testing Services, Jinny Hurdle, will share experiences and tips for using Respondus applications to manage exam integrity in Blackboard.
Register via the Optional URL
https://go.blackboard.com/tackle-exam-integrity-with-respondus
01. West Campus Administrative Announcements(dept moves/closes, employee info,)Save the Date Veterans Day Ceremony
Come to our Veterans Day Ceremony, Wednesday, November 10, at 1 pm in the Student Activities Center Auditorium. Lunch immediately following the ceremony. This event is sponsored by the Office of Veterans Affairs and Student Affairs. For Disability Accommodations and Questions, call 631-632-4143.
Faculty, staff, and students are welcome.
https://www.stonybrook.edu/commcms/studentaffairs/vets/
Call for Volunteers: Winter Commencement – December 17, 2021
The Commencement Office is currently planning for Winter Commencement and we are looking for volunteers to assist us with December’s ceremony. We appreciate your participation and look forward to working with you!
Date: Friday, December 17, 2021
Location: Island Federal Arena, West Campus
Ceremony Start: 11:00 AM
Doors Open: 10:00 AM
All Assignment(s) will be given out closer to the event at the Volunteer Briefing. Any questions contact us at Conferences.Events@stonybrook.edu.
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScjj5gVLxgRnNCqUowe_7qmd3lgOrPmSyivZwwq-gZcRZRgrA/viewform
Concur Travel Expense Reimbursement System Training for West Campus
Stony Brook University has implemented Concur. All employees should now use Concur for Travel Pre-approval Requests (State and Non-Sponsored) and Travel Expense Reports. If you have not attended a training session, please use the link below to register for a live training session or visit Procurement’s Travel and Expense website for recorded training sessions. For questions please contact SBU_Travel_Expense@stonybrook.edu.
https://www.stonybrook.edu/commcms/travel-and-expense/resources/concur-trainings
02. East Campus/Hosp/HSC Admin AnnouncementsCall for Volunteers: Winter Commencement – December 17, 2021
The Commencement Office is currently planning for Winter Commencement and we are looking for volunteers to assist us with December’s ceremony. We appreciate your participation and look forward to working with you!
Date: Friday, December 17, 2021
Location: Island Federal Arena, West Campus
Ceremony Start: 11:00 AM
Doors Open: 10:00 AM
All Assignment(s) will be given out closer to the event at the Volunteer Briefing.
Any questions please contact us at Conferences.Events@stonybrook.edu.
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScjj5gVLxgRnNCqUowe_7qmd3lgOrPmSyivZwwq-gZcRZRgrA/viewform
The Flu and COVID: A Virtual Conversation with LI Health Commissioners
Tues. Nov. 16, 7 pm: Join Dr. Gregson Pigott (Suffolk County Department of Health Services) and Dr. Lawrence E. Eisenstein (Nassau County Department of Health) as they share updates and answer questions about both COVID and Flu vaccines.
Moderator: Lisa Benz Scott, PhD, Director of the Program in Public Health at Stony Brook University
Translator: Héctor E. Alcalá, PhD, MPH, Core Faculty, Program in Public Health; Assistant Professor, Department of Family, Population and Preventive Medicine
https://www.stonybrookmedicine.edu/patientcare/flu-covid-event
Concur Travel Expense Reimbursement System Training for East Campus
Stony Brook University has implemented Concur. All employees should now use Concur for Travel Pre-approval Requests (State and Non-Sponsored) and Travel Expense Reports. If you have not attended a training session, please use the link below to register for a live training session or visit Procurement’s Travel and Expense website for recorded training sessions. For questions please contact SBU_Travel_Expense@stonybrook.edu.
https://www.stonybrook.edu/commcms/travel-and-expense/resources/concur-trainings
03. West Campus Workshops/Training/New Academic Courses & ProgramsGroup for Relationship Skills
8-week virtual group for young adults ages 18-29, to learn skills for navigating dating, romantic, and sexual relationships. Learn how to be the best partner you can be and find an ideal partner who meets your needs.
Krasner Psychological Center’s Relationship Skills Group, led by experienced relationship scientists. We offer evidence-based skills for navigating all aspects of relationships from start to end; you don’t have to be in a relationship to join.
Signup required, call (631)-632-7830
https://www.stonybrook.edu/commcms/krasner-center/services/group
Digital Marketing A – Z Part 1: Branding
Tuesday, November 9, 2021, 9AM – 10:30AM
Join us for our four-part digital marketing series starting on November 9th, 2021.
Active Web Group will guide you through popular digital marketing topics & channels to help you maximize your marketing capital.
Part 1: Branding
What is my brand voice and message?
What key visual attributes should I use to be seen appropriately by my core consumer?
This lecture will review the importance of brand marketing & how to start.
Register below
https://events.r20.constantcontact.com/register/eventReg?oeidk=a07eilkfhq17eae1ccf&oseq=&c=&ch=
Digital Marketing A – Z Part 2: Websites
Tuesday, November 16, 2021, 9AM – 10:30AM
Active Web Group will guide you through popular digital marketing topics & channels to help you maximize your marketing capital. Websites (Part 2) What matters when it comes to websites – platform, styling, calls to action – How do I get both visitors and search engines to like my site? Find out what changes you should make to get more visitors.
Register below
https://events.r20.constantcontact.com/register/eventReg?oeidk=a07eilkjg0v60e22fb7&oseq=&c=&ch=
Crowdfund Your Startup
Thursday, November 11th, 2021 1PM – 2:30PM
Wang Center Lecture Hall 1
SBDC Entrepreneur-In-Residence Michael Chiang will host a panel on crowdfunding joined by Richard Chan (Founding Director of SBU Center of Entrepreneurial Finance), Mario Lattuga (Director of Diligence & Legal Operations at Republic), and Yianni Mamtsaderis (Founder of Frescopod – raised $200k+ on Kickstarter), to discuss the various types of crowdfunding and how it can launch your business.
Networking opportunities to follow.
https://crowdfundyourstartup.splashthat.com/
Figma for Web Design Workshop
DoIT’s Student Technologists are offering a Figma for Web Design Workshop this semester open to all Stony Brook students who are interested! Effective prototyping is a necessity for individuals developing web applications, and when working with a group you need a platform that makes collaboration seamless. In this workshop, we will dive into the necessary skills to develop interactive mockups of web applications in Figma. When: Tue 11/9 @ 4:45pm. Visit SB Engaged for more information!
https://stonybrook.campuslabs.com/engage/organization/doit/events
Beginner Python with PyCharm Workshop
DoIT’s Student Technologists are offering a Beginner Python with PyCharm Workshop
this semester open to all Stony Brook students who are interested! Python is a widely used high-end programming language. Web development, data analysis, machine learning, and scientific computing have been made easier with Python! When: Sat 11/13 @ 10:00am. Visit SB Engaged for more information & to register!
https://stonybrook.campuslabs.com/engage/organization/doit/events
HTML Workshop
DoIT’s Student Technologists are offering a HTML Workshop this semester open to all Stony Brook students who are interested! This workshop teaches people the basics of HTML through building a simplistic website with the online tool “Codepen.” When: Sun 11/14 @ 1:15pm. Visit SB Engaged for more information & to register!
https://stonybrook.campuslabs.com/engage/organization/doit/events
Resume Building and Establishing Your Online Presence
DoIT’s Student Technologists are offering a Resume Building Workshop this semester open to all Stony Brook students who are interested! Neat, organized, and informative resumes are essential for snagging your dream job or internship. Learn how to easily make a great first impression using resumes made in Microsoft Word and how to improve your online presence using LinkedIn, Digication, and more! When: Sun 11/14 @ 2:20pm. Visit SB Engaged for more information & to register!
https://stonybrook.campuslabs.com/engage/organization/doit/events
University Libraries Presents : Introduction to ZOTERO Workshop
Are you looking for an easier way to manage the sources you’re using in your papers, projects, and articles? On November 9, from 10-11:00am via Zoom, join this workshop and we will introduce you to Zotero, an open-source citation manager used by scholars in many disciplines. We will walk through downloading the program, navigating the desktop application, adding citations to your library, and using Zotero integrations in Google Docs and Microsoft Word. Register through link on event page.
https://library.stonybrook.edu/library-events/introduction-to-zotero-workshop-4/
University Libraries Presents : an MLA Citation Workshop
Are you required to use MLA citation for your research paper assignment? Join us on Nov. 10 from 3-4:15pm via Zoom and we will address why, when, and how to cite your sources in MLA format. Although this workshop is designed especially for those students taking WRT 101 and WRT 102, all are welcome! Register through link on event page.
https://library.stonybrook.edu/library-events/mla-citation-workshop-7/
University Libraries Hosts Author Guillaume Kientz : Round Table on the Spanish Golden Age, LE SIECLE D’OR ESPAGNOL
On November 15 from 1:30-3:30, join us in the Special Collections Seminar Room for a book launch unlike any other. On the occasion of the publication of Le Siècle d’or espagnol (Paris: Citadelles & Mazenod, 2019) by Guillaume Kientz, we are hosting a book discussion centered on this work’s innovative contribution to the field of Hispanic Studies. Sophie Leroy, Victor Roncero-López, Fernando Loffredo, and author Guillaume Kientz will be there. We hope to see you, too. Registration requested.
Digital Marketing A – Z Part 3: SEO & Paid Ads
Tuesday, November 23, 2021, 9AM – 10:30AM
Active Web Group will guide you through the nuances of SEO & Paid Ads. Organic traffic (SEO/Search) vs Paid traffic (Cost per click) digital marketing channels. Where should I invest my marketing dollars? Breakdown on Google organic vs. paid rankings –what makes a site rank and how do I drive more qualified traffic?
Register below
https://events.r20.constantcontact.com/register/eventReg?oeidk=a07eilkk6su1abbda3c&oseq=&c=&ch=
Analytics with Excel
Are you ready to become an expert in Excel? Join Chief Data Therapist Jordan Goldmeier in CCE’s individual workshop series. Enhance decision making by learning how to master the use of formulas, pivot tables, dashboards, and visualization.
Contact cce@stonybrook.edu for internal pricing and registration link.
https://www.stonybrook.edu/commcms/cce/courses/management-development/analytics-with-excel.php
Call for Workshop Presenters
The Miller Business Resource Center at Middle Country Public Library is seeking workshop presenters to lead a 6 hour training seminar for 10-20 small businesses. Those with experience in marketing/sales, branding, grant writing, public speaking, customer relations, and more are encouraged to respond.
Presenters should expect to prepare 4-5 hours of course content. Courses typically held on Fridays. Lunch and pay provided. A/V provided.Contact Community Relations at Joan.Dickinson@stonybrook.edu
04. East Campus/Hosp/HSC Workshops/Training/New Academic Courses & ProgramsGroup for Relationship Skills
8-week virtual group for young adults ages 18-29, to learn skills for navigating dating, romantic, and sexual relationships. Learn how to be the best partner you can be and find an ideal partner who meets your needs.
Krasner Psychological Center’s Relationship Skills Group, led by experienced relationship scientists. We offer evidence-based skills for navigating all aspects of relationships from start to end; you don’t have to be in a relationship to join.
Signup required, call (631)-632-7830
https://www.stonybrook.edu/commcms/krasner-center/services/group
Graduate program for Medical Laboratory Scientist
Graduate Program for Medical Laboratory Scientists
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 2022! Visit our website and send any questions to Program Director gloria.viboud@stonybrook.edu
https://healthtechnology.stonybrookmedicine.edu/programs/mmb
University Libraries Presents : In-Person Endnote Workshop
Creating the bibliography is often the most tedious part of writing a research paper. On November 11, from 10:00-11:00am in the Health Sciences Library, we will show you how using EndNote, a bibliographic management software program, this task just became much easier. Learn how to create an EndNote Library, how to download results from a literature search into EndNote, and how to organize your EndNote Library and much more. Registration requested.
https://library.stonybrook.edu/library-events/endnote-workshop-38/
Weight Loss Educational Seminar
Join Dr. Aurora Pryor, Medical Director of the Bariatric & Metabolic Weight Loss Center, 6:00 pm Mon. Nov. 8, for a live, virtual (Zoom) educational session discussing the health impact of obesity and the various treatment options available at Stony Brook.
Join Zoom Meeting
https://stonybrook.zoom.us/j/96469167943?pwd=UXRPNXNRQ1Y4WWJqdzRDYk1vNkhtZz09
Meeting ID: 964 6916 7943
Passcode: 158177
For appointments please call 631 444 2274. Locations: Centereach, Commack, and the Hamptons
bariatrics.stonybrookmedicine.edu
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 2022 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
05. Conferences/Seminars/LecturesEcology and Evolution Seminar
Ecology and Evolution Virtual Seminar, “Towards a Molecular Monarch Migration Model,” Dr. Delbert Green, Department of Ecology and Evolutionary Biology, University of Michigan. Host: Tanya Lama (Davalos Lab). Wednesday, November 11, 2020, Zoom Sign-in starts at 2:30 P.M. Seminar begins promptly at 2:45 P.M. Meeting ID 970 5569 7801 Passcode 153624
https://stonybrook.zoom.us/j/97055697801?pwd=OFBBVjB5eTJjZ0ljZVg2TnVMSWgxdz09
05. West Campus Conferences/Seminars/LecturesNeurobiology & Behavior – Virtual Seminar
On Thursday, November 11, 2021 @ 12:00 noon the Department of Neurobiology & Behavior will be hosting a Virtual Seminar entitled: “Bmal1 in Skeletal Muscle Provides Protection Against Behavioral Deficits Associated with Sleep Loss” speaker is Dr. Ketema Paul, Professor, University of California Los Angeles
Faculty Host: Dr. Qiaojie Xiong
Join Zoom Seminar
https://stonybrook.zoom.us/j/96411186700?pwd=d0N6ZkFVS2djSWFDY3kyTUYybm1lQT09
Meeting ID: 964 1118 6700
Passcode: 904738
MIC Lecture: Sign Languages of the World by Mark Aronoff, Thursday, 11/11 at 1:15 – 2:35 at Wang Center Lecture Hall 2
Among all creatures, only people have language. Individual languages differ from one another, sometimes greatly. Sign languages are found around the world, these languages have little or no relation to the spoken languages around them, and the sign languages may differ greatly from each other. In this presentation, Dr. Aronoff will discuss a variety of sign languages from around the world, large and small, old and new. ASL (American Sign Language) interpretation will be provided. Registration at
One Book One Community: Why Representation Matters (Panel Discussion featuring Kara Wang)
Join our panelists in a moderated conversation centered on themes tied to the book, Interior Chinatown, in relation to their experiences/expertise. Topics may include race, identity, immigration, inclusivity, representation in pop culture and a variety of fields, and racialized experiences. Wednesday, November 10, 6:00-7:30 pm at the SAC Auditorium
https://www.stonybrook.edu/commcms/onebook/events.php
Gender Inclusivity and the Teaching Practice
In this session, panelists discuss ways to acknowledge, incorporate, and include gender identity and sexuality in course design, readings, assignments, and assessments. In terms of gender, we include trans and nonbinary identities, the use of pronouns, and how our disciplines are adapting to gender inclusion. Panelists discuss how they incorporate these topics into their teaching practice and why. We also weave in online delivery for National Distance Learning Week. Register.
https://stonybrook.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJErd-GhrjwjG9xo0TbkCB2Ic4dp58kVlmS5
Biochemistry and Cell Biology Seminar, November 12, 2021
The Department of Biochemistry and Cell Biology invites you to join us for a seminar entitled “Subcellular renovation: remodeling of the mitochondrial inner-membrane by Opa1” with Luke Chao, Mass General Hospital.
Date/Time: Friday, November 12th, 12 Noon.
Location: Life Sciences Building Room 038.
Host: Steven Glynn
Zoom link available upon request by emailing Pamela.Wolfskill@stonybrook.edu
Ecology and Evolution Dissertation Defense
E&E Dissertation Defense: you are invited to join an upcoming Zoom meeting, Friday, November 19, 2021, 1:30pm (EDT) (Sign in from 1:15pm). Title: “Integrating Ecological Population and Infectious Disease Modeling: White-Nose Syndrome in North American Bats and SARS-CoV-2 in Feral Cats” by Kristjan Mets, Department of Ecology & Evolution, Stony Brook University. Please contact fumio.aoki@stonybrook.edu for zoom meeting link.
Ecology and Evolution Seminar
Ecology and Evolution Virtual Seminar: Wednesday, November 10, 2021, “Pathogen dynamics across scales: from to climate forcing to strain diversity”, Dr. Pamela Martinez, University of Illinois-Champaign. Host: Dr. Rafael D’Andrea. Zoom sign in starts at 2:30pm, seminar begins promptly at 2:45pm. Please contact jennifer.acosta.2@stonybrook.edu for Zoom meeting link.
Microbiology and Immunology Seminar Series
Please join Dr. Hwan Kim who is hosting Dr. Dominique Missiakas, Professor, Department of Microbiology and Director of the Howard T. Ricketts Laboratory at the University of Chicago.
Dr. Missiakas will give a seminar on Monday, November 22, at 12 noon in room 038 of the Life Sciences building titled “Staphylococcus aureus: Portrait of a pathogen”.
https://micro.uchicago.edu/program/faculty/dominique-missiakas
Zoom Book Presentation: “Bitter Chicory to Sweet Espresso, Survival, Deliverance, WW !!, Naples, 1940-49” with author, Carmine Vittoria.
November 9, Tuesday, 3:00 pm, Center for Italian Studies Zoom Book Presentation: “Bitter Chicory to Sweet Espresso: Survival and Deliverance from WWII in Naples, Italy, 1940-49” with Author/Professor Emeritus, Carmine Vittoria (Northeastern University). Offered in collaboration with the Long Island State Veterans Home. Link to access the virtual presentation on November 9, a few minutes before the start of the 3:00 pm zoom meeting: https://bit.ly/Tromba_Series_Nov9
HTTP.//www.stonybrook.edu/italianstudies
OSAC by David Taylor SoMAS/Sustainability on 11/12/21 at noon in person and via zoom. Topic: Historical Foundations
Please join us for an Ocean, Sustainability, Atmosphere Colloquium by David Taylor,
SoMAS Sustainability/Environmental Humanities, Sustainability Studies Program. His seminar titled, “Historical foundations of contemporary sustainability efforts in Cuba and the current environmental situation”. will be presented on 11-12-21 @ noon in person in Endeavour Hall room 120. Zoom viewing is also available.
Zoom
ID: 98285161926
Passcode: 945302
https://somas.stonybrook.edu/news/seminars
Ecology and Evolution Seminar
Ecology and Evolution Virtual Seminar, “Towards a Molecular Monarch Migration Model,” Dr. Delbert Green, Department of Ecology and Evolutionary Biology, University of Michigan. Host: Tanya Lama (Davalos Lab). Wednesday, November 10, 2020, Zoom Sign-in starts at 2:30 P.M. Seminar begins promptly at 2:45 P.M. Meeting ID 970 5569 7801 Passcode 153624
https://stonybrook.zoom.us/j/97055697801?pwd=OFBBVjB5eTJjZ0ljZVg2TnVMSWgxdz09
06. East Campus/Hosp/HSC Conferences/Seminars/LecturesGrand Rounds- Rembrandt’s Empathy
The Center for Medical Humanities, Compassionate Care and Bioethics presents Salvatore Mangione, MD on Thursday, November 18, 2021 from 4:30pm- 6:00pm via Zoom. See the link for more details and to RSVP, or e-mail bioethics@stonybrookmedicine.edu
https://www.stonybrook.edu/commcms/bioethics/events/#2021
Grand Rounds- American Dementia: Brain Health in an Unhealthy Society
The Center for Medical Humanities, Compassionate Care and Bioethics presents Daniel R. George, PhD, MSc and Peter Whitehouse, MD-PhD on Thursday, December 2, 2021 from 4:30pm- 6:00pm via Zoom. See the link for more details and to RSVP, or e-mail bioethics@stonybrookmedicine.edu
https://www.stonybrook.edu/commcms/bioethics/events/#2021
Untangling the genetic architecture of complex disorders
BMI Grand Rounds, Nov 10, Fall 2021: Santhosh Girirajan, Pennsylvania State University, “Untangling the genetic architecture of complex disorders”
https://bmi.stonybrookmedicine.edu/node/785
Department of Pharmacological Sciences Seminar Series
Lecture title: Structural and functional analyses of human p97 ATPase disease mechanism
Speaker: Po-Lin Chiu, PhD, Asst. Professor, Biodesign Center for Applied Structural Discovery, Arizona State University
Location: BST Level 8, Seminar room 180
Date & time: Tuesday, November 9, 2021 – 12:00 pm
Host: Dr. Dongyan Tan
ZOOM
https://stonybrook.zoom.us/j/99352238240?pwd=WnY4M3ZQQy9Gcnl1cXZ2czhmYWVQdz09
Meeting ID: 993 5223 8240
Passcode: 006146
Dept. of Psychiatry & Behavioral Health Virtual Grand Rounds
Tues., Nov. 9, 2021, 11-12 pm. “Caring for Pregnant and Parenting People with Opioid Use Disorder and Their Children: Improving Outcomes with Compassion & Research”, with guest speaker: Dr. Hendree Jones, UNC Chapel Hill.
Join Zoom Meeting:
https://stonybrook.zoom.us/j/96853109356?pwd=Q2hOeUFEZktiVm9MSG9neFBOQWl3QT09
Meeting ID: 968 5310 9356
Passcode: 826602
Cancer Prevention Symposium Nutrition, Microbiome and Cancer Disparities
Cancer Prevention SymposiumNutrition, Microbiome and Cancer Disparities
Nutritional and metabolic factors are major contributors to the burden of cancer globally and in the United States. They also contribute to the disparities in cancer incidence and mortality.
This Symposium will provide a forum to address the complex interplay between nutrition, metabolism and the microbiome, and their relationship to cancer disparities.
Wednesday, December 8, 2021 12:00 pm – 3:00 pm Zoom
https://stonybrook.zoom.us/j/92889570264?pwd=eFBldVY1TmtsMmh0SmZzYXVGeHdqdz09
School of Nursing Research Seminar Series with Dr. Corrine Jurgens “Approaches to Secondary Analysis”
Join us for our next event in the Fall 2021 Research Seminar Series titled “Approaches to Secondary Analysis” presented by the Stony Brook University School of Nursing Office of Research on Tuesday, November 16th from 2 – 3pm. This is a free educational opportunity. *** Please use the following link to register https://cvent.me/zkzM27 . ***
07. Charitable/Fundraisers (Habitat, Blood drives, Cats, etc…)Cat Network is looking for potential adopters or fosters!
We’re currently looking for anyone willing to adopt or foster any upcoming cats we catch this semester. We take this process very seriously for the sake of the cats. We would also like to remind you that cats are not permitted in campus residences with the only exception being if you are approved for an emotional support animal. Anyone planning to foster or adopt should also have the approval of everyone you live with first. Email sbucat@gmail.com for questions.
Ashley Schiff Preserve Scholarship
Ashley Schiff Preserve Scholarship
Ashley Schiff Preserve Scholarship (ASPS) recognizes Stony Brook University undergraduate & graduate students of outstanding academic ability who demonstrate a commitment to environmental preservation through academic studies or research projects using the Ashley Schiff Preserve.This scholarship of up to $1,000 is awarded annually.See Preserve website for scholarship application & instructions DUE 11/8/21, 11:59PM.Questions, email melissa.j.cohen@stonybrook.edu
https://ashleyschiff.org/scholarship-program/
08. Culture And Entertainment (Sports, Movies, Events, etc…)The Zuccaire Gallery presents: MIS/COMMUNICATION: Language and Power in Contemporary Art
On view November 11- February 26
Mis/Communication: Language and Power in Contemporary Art features video, sculpture, print, and interactive media artworks by contemporary artists who explore the power of language in a cultural context.
Opening Event: Nov. 11, 5-7pm. Live Performance by Benjamin Lundberg Torres Sánchez, 5pm
Zuccaire Gallery, 1st Fl Staller Center
Hours: M-F 12-4pm and evenings of Staller Center performances
https://zuccairegallery.stonybrook.edu/exhibitions/mis%20communication%202021.php
University Libraries Presents a Film Discussion in Honor of Veteran’s Month : Zero Dark Thirty
On 11/19 from 11-12:00 via Zoom, SBU Libraries, in collaboration with the Office of Veterans Affairs and Suffolk County Community College Libraries, wishes to recognize veterans at both institutions for their service. Please join us via Zoom for a lively discussion of the film Zero Dark Thirty, a 2012 American film dramatizing the nearly decade-long international manhunt for Osama bin Laden. The film is available for Stony Brook University students, faculty and staff to stream before our event.
University Libraries Celebrates Famous Literary First Lines!
What is your favorite book title or opening line? A movie? University Libraries wants to know! Stop by the Central Reading Room and write yours on a paper chain link, we’ll add it to the many already hung from the ceiling. We have everything you need. Now through the end of the semester.
09. For-Pay Workshops/Courses (SPD, Weight Watchers, Craft Center, etc…)Stony Brook Toastmasters Online – Improve Your Public Speaking & Leadership Skills in a Virtual Environment – Thursday, November 11th 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, November 11th at 6pm 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 foreseeable future, all meetings will be online. Visit https://stonybrookspeechwolves.toastmastersclubs.org/ for more information.
10. Research (Studies, Testing, etc…)Volunteers with Schizophrenia Needed for Brain Imaging Research Study at Stony Brook Medicine
We are looking for volunteers ages 18-65 with a diagnosis or symptoms of schizophrenia or schizoaffective disorder to participate in brain imaging research studies (PET and/or MRI) to better understand brain function. The study involves up to 3 visits in a 1-week period, confidential interviews, a physical exam with blood/urine collection and an ECG. You will be compensated $30 for the physical exam and up to $50 for interviews. To learn more about our research, please contact (631) 495-5441.
Call for Community Input on an emergency care research study of bleeding in the brain at Stony Brook Medicine
We need your input on an emergency care research study of bleeding in the brain. Stony Brook Medicine is joining researchers at more than 100 other hospitals across the United States and other countries to conduct a research study of bleeding in the brain called FASTEST. This research study may affect you or someone you know, and we need to find out ahead of time what the community thinks about it. THANK YOU for your help and time in completing this survey.
https://www.buildclinical.com/study/stonybrook-fastest
11. Food Related (strawberry fest, etc…)Now Accepting Thanksgiving Dinner To-Go Pre-orders
Visit bit.ly/sbmthanksgiving to pre-order your Thanksgiving Family Dinner to-go and pickup on November 23 or 24 between 10am-3pm at Convenience at the Brook. (located on Level 5 of the Hospital). Deadline to order is November 17.
All items are fully cooked and serve approximately 8 to 12 people.
Package Includes:
20 LB Roasted Turkey
2 Qt Stuffing
1 Qt Gravy
2 Qt Mac & Cheese
1 Qt Sweet Potato
1 Qt Mashed Potato
½ pan of Green Beans Almondine
1 Dz Dinner Rolls
8 Oz Cranberry Sauce
$125
https://bit.ly/sbmthanksgiving
12. MiscellaneousBrookology: Get To Know Your Campus Community
Brookology is a campus and community resource featuring local events, shopping deals and discounts, and campus happenings. Designed for SBU employees and students, the easy-to-access site connects campus members to social activities and special savings.
For more information, visit https://www.stonybrook.edu/commcms/brookology/index.php
