01. West Campus Administrative Announcements(dept moves/closes, employee info,)
Campus Lactation Rooms
Campus lactation rooms on East and West Campus are specifically dedicated for the purpose of offering a comfortable and private space for breast milk expression and nursing on campus, each featuring a hospital-grade electric double breast pump, cleaning and personal care items, comfortable seating, mini-fridge, microwave, and more! For info about locations, terms and conditions of use, and to gain access to active spaces throughout campus visit the website below.
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
Office of the Vice President for Research Holiday Hours
The Offices of the Vice President for Research will be CLOSED as follows for the holiday season:
Thursday and Friday, November 25-26 (offices will reopen at 8:30 am on Monday, November 29)
Friday, December 24 (reopening on Monday, December 27)
Friday, December 31 (reopening on Monday, January 3)
Please plan accordingly. Happy holidays!
https://www.stonybrook.edu/research/
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 AnnouncementsConcur 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 & ProgramsMaster 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 application is now open. Accepted students start courses in May 2022. For more information about this two-year, full-time 77 credit program visit our website.
We offer information sessions both remote (November 16 at 5:30) and in-person (December 2 at 1:00). To RSVP please email ATprogram@stonybrook.edu with the date/time you wish to attend. Visit our website.
https://healthtechnology.stonybrookmedicine.edu/programs/at/infosessions
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=
University Libraries Presents : a ZOTERO Workshop – Beyond the Basics
On November 16, from 10-11:00am, via Zoom, jump into the advanced features of Zotero, an open-source citation manager. Explore building a group (collaborative) library and setting up the mobile Zotero bookmarklet. Organize a library with tags, folders, and more. Maintain access to your Zotero library across multiple computers. You can submit specific questions ahead of the session. Don’t yet know Zotero? Please plan to attend our Introduction workshop, details at the link below.
https://library.stonybrook.edu/library-events/zotero-beyond-the-basics-workshop-3/
University Libraries Presents : Research and Writing : Extra Help AFTER HOURS from the Library!
Research paper deadline creeping up on you?! Been meaning to get that extra help from a Writing Center tutor? Librarian? We’ve got this! On Wednesday, November 17, or Thursday, November 18, between 6pm and 8pm, come to this virtual event for some extra support in starting, developing, or finishing your research paper. You’ll be paired with a librarian or writing tutor to have a consultation in a Zoom Breakout Room.
https://library.stonybrook.edu/library-events/research-and-writing-extra-help-after-hours-workshop/
University Libraries Presents : an In-Person Endnote Workshop!
Creating the bibliography is often the most tedious part of writing a research paper – well now, this task just became much easier! On November 19 from 10-11:00am in the Health Sciences Library room 3-139, we’ll show you how to use EndNote, a bibliographic management software program. In this workshop 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-39/
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=
Institute Engineering-Driven Medicine: Multiscale Bio-imaging Workshop
Please join us on Thursday, December 2, 2021
Location: Hilton Garden Inn, Stonybrook or via Zoom
Time: 8:30am-4pm
In person or virtually for an engaging workshop that will spur development of collaborative teams to tackle ambitious problems in biomedical science and engineering.
Registration is required and must register no later than Monday, November 15 or contact Valerie Peterson IEDM_SBU@stonybrookmedicine.edu for more details.
https://stonybrookuniversity.co1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_00nxCF8VPJ6mJW6
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: Mon 11/15 @ 4:25pm. Visit SB Engaged for more information & to register!
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: Wed 11/17 @ 4:00pm. Visit SB Engaged for more information & to register!
https://stonybrook.campuslabs.com/engage/organization/doit/events
Introduction to SQL Workshop
DoIT’s Student Technologists are offering an Introduction to SQL Workshop this semester open to all Stony Brook students who are interested! SQL (Structured Query Language) is a standard language used to create, manipulate, and retrieve data in databases. When: Wed 11/17 @ 6:05pm & Sun 11/21 @ 11:30am. Visit SB Engaged for more information & to register!
https://stonybrook.campuslabs.com/engage/organization/doit/events
CELT & CIE College Teaching Seminars for TAs/Postdocs
Click below to register for the remaining Fall 2021 College Teaching Seminars for TAs/Postdocs! Seminars take place on Zoom on Wednesday 3:30-5pm. CELT Workshops calendar invite/meeting link will be sent to registrants. Series continues in the Spring.
11/17: The Flipped Classroom
12/1: Course Based Undergraduate Research Experiences (CUREs)
https://calendar.stonybrook.edu/site/it/event/college-teaching-seminars-3/
Analytics with Excel
Enhance decision making by learning advanced principles in Excel including Dashboards and Data Visualization, Power Query, Power BI and DAX in Microsoft Power BI. Join Chief Data Therapist Jordan Goldmeier in CCE’s individual workshop series.
Contact sbucce@stonybrook.edu for internal pricing and registration link.
https://www.stonybrook.edu/commcms/cce/courses/management-development/analytics-with-excel.php
SHRM-CP® and SHRM-SCP® Exam Preparation Course
HR Professionals: Are you ready to pursue your SHRM-CP or SHRM-SCP certification? Our exam prep course will help you succeed. The course is fully online, taught by SHRM ambassador Ed Sherbert, and includes complete access to the 2022 SHRM Learning System.
Contact sbucce@stonybrook.edu for internal pricing and registration link.
https://www.stonybrook.edu/commcms/cce/courses/management-development/shrm_certification_prep
Higher Education Administration Online Information Session
SPD’s Higher Education Administration (HEA) program provides mid-career and emerging professionals with the expertise they need to become leaders in the field. Find out about our master’s and certificate program options at our online information session on November 16.
Details & Registration:
https://professionaldevelopment.stonybrook.edu/portal/hea-information-sessions
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
05. West Campus Conferences/Seminars/LecturesUniversity 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.
University Libraries Honors Veteran’s Month with Literary Karaoke
On 11/16 from 1-2:00pm via Zoom, Stony Brook University Libraries, the Office of Veterans Affairs and Suffolk County Community College Libraries come together to bring you this program in honor of veterans on both campuses. Read a passage from a work written by a veteran or military member, or from a book on military studies. All welcome, whether to read or to listen and discover new texts. See our collection of books in military and veteran studies, link and registration on event page.
https://library.stonybrook.edu/library-events/literary-karaoke-in-honor-of-veterans-month-3/
University Libraries Presents : Student Reading Series – Personal Essays
On November 17 from 1-2:30, settle in front of your computer! University Libraries invites you to join Professor Rita Nezami and students from the Program in Writing and Rhetoric as they read aloud their personal essays about their varied life experiences. Registration through link below.
https://library.stonybrook.edu/library-events/personal-essay-student-reading-series/
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
Dept. of Biochemistry and Cell Biology Seminar, Friday, November 19th
Please join us for a seminar by Huichun Zhan, MD, MS, Stony Brook University, entitled “Cell Competition in Myeloproliferative Neoplasms.”
Date/Time: Friday, November 19th, 12 Noon.
Locations: Life Sciences Building Room 038
Host: Benjamin Martin
Zoom link available upon request by emailing Pamela.Wolfskill@stonybrook.edu
Simons Center Art and Outreach Program Guest Lecture: Doris Schattschneider, A Mathematician Views Escher
Simons Center Art and Outreach Program is honored to present guest lecturer Doris J. Schattschneider in her lecture: A Mathematician Views Escher.
Monday, November 15, 2021 – 4PM ET – The Della Pietra Family Auditorium – 103
This lecture is in conjunction with the Simons Center Exhibition: M.C. Escher: A Mini-Retrospective taking place October 11-November 19, 2021 at the Simons Center Art Gallery.
http://scgp.stonybrook.edu/escher
BRITE Postdoctoral Seminar
On Thurs 11/18/21 @ 12:00 noon in Life Sciences Bldg Rm 038, the Dept of Neurobiology & Behavior will be hosting the BRITE (Bolstering Research through Inclusion, Talent and Excellence) Postdoctoral seminar entitled: “Cell-Specific Epigenetic Control of Calcium ion Channel Splicing & Function” speaker is Dr. E Javier Lopez Soto from Brown University
Host – Dr. Josh Plotkin
https://stonybrook.zoom.us/j/93803905642?pwd=OWpHSCt3TXVLdTNDMkdFRUd5dnRvdz09
Meeting ID: 938 0390 5642
Passcode: 022136
SoMAS Special Seminar 11-19-21 @ noon via zoom by Daniel Olago University of Nairobi. Interactions of groundwater…
Please join us for a Special Seminar by Daniel Olago, Director of The institute for Climate Change and Adaptation, University of Nairobi, Kenya. His seminar, “Interactions of groundwater, surface water, climate, environment, and humans” will be presented on November 19, 2021 @ noon via zoom.
https://somas.stonybrook.edu/news/seminars
Materials Science and Chemical Engineering Seminar, Wednesday, November 17, 2021
The Department of Materials Science and Chemical Engineering will be hosting Prof. Alon Gorodetsky from University of California at Irvine as our seminar speaker on Wednesday, November 17, 2021. The title of the seminar is “Dynamic Materials Inspired by Cephalopods.” Those who would like to chat with our guest are welcome to connect as early as 12:30 PM. The seminar will start promptly at 1:00 PM. Host: Rina Tannenbaum.
Zoom Meeting ID: 998 2596 6285
Passcode: 969876
Grand 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
Department of Pharmacological Sciences Seminar Series
Lecture title: Neuroinflammation, Cognitive Deficits and Neurodegeneration Vary by Sex and Region
Speaker: Anat Biegon, PhD, Professor of Radiology & Neurology; Director, Center on Gender, Hormones & Health, Renaissance School of Medicine, Stony Brook University
Location: BST Level 8, Seminar room 180
Date & time: Tuesday, November 23, 2021 – 12:00 pm
ZOOM
https://stonybrook.zoom.us/j/91764798105?pwd=NE9neStBSU5qc0dKamVrMjJWWU0rdz09
Meeting ID: 917 6479 8105
Passcode: 898898
Dept. of Psychiatry & Behavioral Health Virtual Grand Rounds
Tues., Nov. 16, 2021, 11 – 12 pm. “Always On – Lessons Learned from Research into Social Media Addiction”, with guest speaker, Dr. Daria Kuss, Nottingham Trent University, UK
Join Zoom Meeting:
https://stonybrook.zoom.us/j/94846424525?pwd=TE9hd2x1OEJaVmxabkZnRFFsVmlOZz09
Meeting ID: 948 4642 4525
Passcode: 848991
Dept. of Psychiatry & Behavioral Health Education Series
Wednesday, November 17th, 2021 12-1 PM “Managing Sleep Issues in Primary Care: CBT for Insomnia (CBT-I)” with Dr. Courtney O’Brien, PhD, Clinical Assistant Professor of Psychiatry.
Join Zoom Meeting:
https://stonybrook.zoom.us/j/99160641771?pwd=VFA1SkdGMnRETHIrZGNScC9BSWFvZz09
Meeting ID: 991 6064 1771
Passcode: 773551
Characterizing Tumor-Infiltrating Lymphocytes in Cancer with Computational Pathology/Pathomics
BMI Grand Rounds, November 17, Fall 2021: Rjasrsi Gupta, Stony Brook University, “Characterizing Tumor-Infiltrating Lymphocytes in Cancer with Computational Pathology/Pathomics”
https://bmi.stonybrookmedicine.edu/node/790
School of Nursing Faculty Development Seminar Series – CV Development Points & Pearls w/ Dr. Pat Bruckenthal PhD Professor & Associate Dean
A well prepared, detailed, credible and professional CV tells the story of your academic and professional accomplishments. This session will review the organizing format, describe common CV errors, and suggest methods to develop a clear CV that highlights accomplishments representative of your work.
Monday, November 29th, 2021 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM via Zoom
To register, please contact theresa.wenz@stonybrook.edu
08. Culture And Entertainment (Sports, Movies, Events, etc…)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.
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
International Education Week
November 15 – 19 is International Education Week! Join the Office of Global Affairs in celebrating with a series of events that will introduce you to a diversity of cultures right here on campus. Students, faculty, and staff are welcome to attend. Free food and prizes at select events! A full listing of SBU and other SUNY-sponsored events can be found on the International Education Week website!
https://www.stonybrook.edu/commcms/iaps/news-and-events/iew
Lighting of the Windmill
Join SBU Southampton in the annual Lighting of the Windmill! Featuring music, children’s crafts, a guided tour, and much more. All are welcome to attend this joyous event. For more information, contact Laura.Lyons@stonybrook.edu.
https://calendar.stonybrook.edu/event/lighting-of-the-windmill/
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.
11. Food Related (strawberry fest, etc…)Last Call for 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
Thanksgiving Week Dining Hours and Meals
Please visit stonybrook.edu/dining for dining hours the week of November 22. A Thanksgiving Brunch featuring a traditional Thanksgiving feast with all the trimmings including dessert will be available at the Seawolves Kitchen at East Side Dining from 11am to 2pm. Wolfie Wallet and credit/debit will be accepted.
https://www.stonybrook.edu/commcms/dining/hours.php
Global Eats Lunch Specials at East Side and West Side Dine-in Nov. 15-18
Join us at East and West Side Dine-in for Global Eats lunch menu specials as part of International Education Week. Indulge in meals from El Salvador, Polynesia, Turkey, Korea, and France, a different cuisine each day of the week from November 15-18. Try dishes that you may have never had before, such as Chuletas De Cerdo, Huli Huli Chicken, and Coq au Vin. You can enjoy Global Eats at dine-in as well as a food selection from every station. Wolfie Wallet and credit/debit cards accepted.
https://www.stonybrook.edu/dining/
12. MiscellaneousGet Your Flu Shot
Get your flu vaccine! Available for all students, faculty and staff at the SAC Auditorium, just bring your insurance card.
10am-1pm on the following days: 10/6, 10/22, 11/3, 11/17, 12/8
Flu Shot Clinic with CVS
**Update** Stony Brook University’s Student Health, Wellness and Prevention Services has teamed up with CVS to provide several flu clinics on campus this Fall. Space is limited so please sign up ahead of time for a timeslot.
https://stonybrookuniversity.co1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_6zkpOjoDzMOOvQO
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
