01. Campus-Wide 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.
Postal Rate Increase
The U.S. Postal Service has announced that USPS Retail Ground and Parcel Select Ground will be simplified into one, enhanced first-class package service. Additionally, first-class mail postage, letter ounce prices, domestic postcard rates, and the first ounce of first-class International have all increased in price. For rate information, visit the Mail Services website.
https://www.stonybrook.edu/commcms/mailservices/news-and-announcements.php
Stony Brook University Fraud Reporting Hotline
Stony Brook University is committed to the responsible stewardship of its funds and other
resources and encourages any employee, student or other individual who is aware of or suspects acts of fraud, waste or abuse to report such acts. For information about fraud and how to report it see:https://www.stonybrook.edu/commcms/audit/fraud.php To report fraud,waste or abuse see:https://www.stonybrook.edu/fraud
WISE has moved to the Union
The WISE Honors Program has moved out of its former location in Heavy Engineering room 230 to the Union. The new location is Suite 111, Stony Brook Union, zip 3257. The email address is now: wisehonors@stonybrook.edu. Please make note of it.
State-Issued Credit Card News
SUNY Central and Stony Brook University are transitioning to a new contract for state-issued credit cards with JP Morgan Chase, beginning in September. Existing P-Card, Travel and NET cardholders should expect to receive program information and new cards in August. Please note that the Procurement Office will no longer accept applications for new accounts until this conversion is complete. Questions may be sent to sbu_travel_expense@stonybrook.edu.
Become a mentor to AAPI students at SBU!
Would you like to support SBU’s diverse Asian, Asian American, and Pacific Islander (AAPI) students and help them reach their educational and life goals while they are at Stony Brook? The AAPI Mentorship Program would like to invite you to become a mentor to AAPI students. Mentors can help students with all manner of issues, from study strategies to professional advice to finding community and more. Mentors are not limited to those who identify as AAPI; allies are warmly welcome.
https://forms.gle/SFskvAtCAcE5kTEs7
02. Workshops/Training
Register to Hire Student Employees at the Fall 2022 On Campus Job and Internship Fair
The Career Center invites your department to register for the upcoming, in-person job fair for on campus departments on August 24. This event is an amazing opportunity to hire student assistants, positions with federal work study funding, graduate assistants, credit-bearing interns, and research assistants. Departments register on Handshake. Full information can be found here: https://www.stonybrook.edu/commcms/student-employment/oncampusemployers/on_campus_fairs_department_registration.php
03. For-Pay Workshops/Courses (SPD, Weight Watchers, Craft Center, etc…)
Essentials for Emerging Leaders
The Center for Corporate Education’s Essentials for Emerging Leaders program is starting on September 13. This program is designed to help professionals develop the confidence, performance habits, and skill set needed to become effective managers. Learn how to develop a strong team and deliver great results for your organization. Email sbucce@stonybrook.edu for SBU internal pricing. Details and registration information:
https://www.stonybrook.edu/commcms/cce/courses/management-development/emerging_leaders_2021
Healthcare Data Visualization Micro-Course
Learn how to transform healthcare data into compelling visual stories in a self-paced online course. Dr. Hants Williams, a public health nurse and data specialist, teaches participants how to use free tools to examine, cleanse and transform complex datasets. The program is offered by the Center for Corporate Education and the School of Health Professions. Details & Registration:
https://www.stonybrook.edu/commcms/cce/healthcare-data-visualization/index.php
Project Management Information Session
The Project Management programs offered by the Center for Corporate Education can help you develop the skills you need to manage projects more effectively or prepare for PMI certification. With multiple courses and certificates to choose from, there is a program for project professionals at every level. Find out more at our free information session on Friday, August 12 at 9:00 am.
Analytics with Excel
Are you ready to take your Excel skills to the next level? Join Chief Data Therapist Jordan Goldmeier for an online workshop series that will show you how to master the tools, concepts, and formulas you need to drive key decisions. Discounts are available for SBU faculty and staff. Email sbucce@stonybrook.edu for internal pricing.
https://www.stonybrook.edu/commcms/cce/courses/management-development/analytics-with-excel
05. Conferences/Seminars/Lectures
Advanced Energy Conference 2022 (AEC 2022)
he Advanced Energy Center holds their AEC 2022 live conference September 7-9, 2022 at the NYC Marriott Marquis. The theme for this conference is Charting The Course For Energy, as we map our path to a future energy portfolio by exploring technology innovations, key policy changes, new business models and more. Information is updated daily; agenda posted; and registration is open!
AEC2022
The Advanced Energy Conference wants to highlight your work and connect you with energy professionals and entrepreneurs at our university poster session and online. Abstracts are the basis for poster selection. Students whose abstracts are accepted can attend the poster session for free, participate in a networking reception and view conference exhibits. Only 100 abstracts will be accepted for onsite floor display. Submission ends on August 31, 2022. Check website below for more details.
Linguistic Justice as an Inclusive Teaching Strategy
Monday, Sept. 19, at Noon
What is linguistic justice and how does it affect us as teachers and learners? How can instructors apply this concept to their teaching practice? At SBU, the Center for Multilingual and Intercultural Communication (MIC) and the Program in Writing and Rhetoric (PWR) are exploring this topic in innovative ways. This panel discussion brings four faculty members to take a critical look at language and offer teaching resources that focus on diversity, equity, and inclusion.
https://stonybrook.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJUlce2tqTsvG9fV_jcz97bpyVdn2cYkOm2M
08. Culture And Entertainment (Sports, Movies, Events, etc…)
CommUniversity Day 2022 Call for Participants
CommUniversity Day 2022 — the celebration of Stony Brook’s campus and community — will take place on Saturday, October 1 on the Academic Mall from noon to 4 pm. We’re looking for interactive, hands-on activities for this free, fun, family-friendly day showcasing some of the best academics, medicine, sports and entertainment that Stony Brook University has to offer. If your area is interested in offering an activity, complete the Call for Participants form by September 12, 2022.
https://qfreeaccountssjc1.az1.qualtrics.com/jfe/preview/SV_26naOrHjjhQ3rPo?Q_CHL=preview
11. Summer Camps and Children’s Program
Enrichment program for children ages 3 to 17, weekend classes in Math, Sciences, Languages and more! Online and in-person (on campus)
SchoolNova weekend enrichment program invites students ages 3 to 17 to register for the 2022-23 school year. Whether your forte is math, physics, chemistry, computer science, foreign languages (Russian, French, Spanish), or Visual Arts, SchoolNova has got you covered. SchoolNova gives students a unique opportunity to learn from professional scientists. We offer both in-person and online classes. Online registration for new students begins on August 8th. Email us at info@schoolnova.org.
https://schoolnova.org/nova/registration
12. Miscellaneous
Buy a Mac or iPad. Get a gift card. Save with your Education Discount!
For a limited time, receive a $100 Apple gift card when you purchase a qualifying iPad or $150 Apple gift card when you purchase a qualifying Mac. Quantity limits apply. See website for details. Offer valid through September 26, 2022. Sign in with your NET ID and NET Password at stonybrook.edu/apple to receive your education discount.
