A LETTER TO THE CAMPUS
Dr. Ralph Watkins, a longstanding member of the History Department and the Department of Africana and Latino Studies since 1974 died of cancer on Tuesday, September 18, 2007. He had just retired from full time teaching in Spring 2007 and the entire campus community mourned his death. Dr. Watkins had been a fixture at the College and had taught courses in African American History, the History of Slavery, the History of the 1970s and American History. He was an exacting teacher and innovative scholar who both mentored students and fought for social justice.
The History Department would like to honor Dr. Watkins in two ways.
First, we invite college faculty to share memories about Dr. Watkins on a specially created blog. We wish to create a book of remembrance to present to Dr. Watkins’s wife of 18 years and fellow scholar, Dr. Caridad Souza Watkins, as well as other members of his family. Memories of Ralph can be submitted at http//:drwatkins.blogspot.com. All entries should be about 500 words or less. We will read all the entries and publish as many as we can in a book of remembrance.
Second, we request that as many faculty as possible make a donation to the Dr. Ralph R. Watkins Scholarship for the Study of African American Life and History. This scholarship is firmly supported by Caridad and the family of Dr. Watkins. Donations can be made SUNY College at Oneonta, College Foundation, 308 Netzer Administration Building, Oneonta, NY. If you have questions about any of these initiatives I invite you to contact me at (607) 436-3328 or through e-mail at hendlem@oneonta.edu.
Sincerely,
Dr. Matthew Hendley, Chair
Department of History
OCTOBER IS DOMESTIC VIOLENCE PREVENTION MONTH
Please see information and statistics attached to this issue of the Bulletin.
NOVEMBER “ON CAMPUS" COMMUNITY EVENTS CALENDAR INFORMATION DUE
Please notify the Community Relations Office with any information to be listed in the November “On Campus" public events calendar. Please send information to Netzer 301, thomasrm@oneonta.edu, or call 436-2748 by 12 noon Friday, October 12.
CHECK YOUR NEW YORK STATE HEALTH INSURANCE ENROLLMENT FORMS!
All employees enrolled in a health insurance plan offered by New York State will soon be receiving their Benefit Statements in the mail. These statements are used to verify employees’ correct enrollment status. Please review your statement carefully when it arrives. If any information needs to be changed, make corrections as instructed and return the corrected form to Human Resources, 208 Netzer, as soon as possible. If anyone has any questions, please contact Human Resources at x2509.
NOONTIME ACTIVITIES FOR FACULTY/STAFF
Get together with your friends and colleagues and put some exercise in to your daily routine! The majority of the facilities in Chase P.E. are reserved for faculty/staff usage during the noon hour. Activities available include: Noonball (basketball), fitness center, swimming, volleyball (Tues. & Thurs.), racquetball, weight room, mountain biking (Mon. & Weds.) and walking. Lockers with locks are also available (at no charge!) in both the men and women’s main locker rooms in the Chase building so you have a place to change and store workout clothing. Contact the Physical Education Department at x3595 for more information.
POET ALLISON JOSEPH TO READ
As an installment of the new Red Dragon Reading Series at the College, nationally known poet Allison Joseph will present a reading from her work on Thursday, October 11, at 7:30 PM in the Center for Multicultural Experiences, Lee Hall. Admission is complimentary, and members of the community are invited to attend. Allison Joseph is the author of five books of poetry, including Worldly Pleasures, Imitation of Life, and Soul Train. She has won many awards for her work, including an Academy of American Poets prize, the Ampersand Women Poets Series Prize, and the John C. Zacharis Award First Book Prize from Ploughshares. Joseph is an Associate Professor of English at Southern Illinois University, editor of Crab Orchard Review, and director of the Young Writers Workshop. A reception and book signing will follow her reading. The Red Dragon Reading Series, organized by the creative writing faculty at the College, brings a diverse array of writers to campus for presentations to classes and the community. Upcoming events in the series include readings by novelist and short-story writer Janette Turner Hospital on Thursday, November 8 and poet Gary Lawless on Wednesday, November 14. Co-sponsored by the English Department, Center for Multicultural Experiences, and Poetry Slam. More information is available from George Hovis at x2571.
ANNUAL CAMPUS FIRE SAFETY INSPECTION
The Annual Campus Fire Inspection will be conducted by the Department of State during the month of November 2007. As per usual, every room of every building on campus is subject to inspection. If you have questions, please phone Tom Rathbone at x3224.
CAREER DEVELOPMENT SCHEDULES RECRUITERS
The Career Development Center is sponsoring several dates that various recruitment events. Recruiters will be on campus on the following dates:
BIODIVERSITY LUNCHTIME SEMINARS
The Biology Department invites the campus community and the public to a lunchtime series of lectures videocast from the State Museum in Albany. SUNY-Oneonta is one of three remote sites receiving these broadcasts thanks to the Biodiversity Research Institute, the main sponsor of the series. All broadcasts will be in room 103 Morris, and everyone is welcome to bring their brownbag lunch. The link will be set up by our Instructional Resource Center, and will allow participants at all the remote locations to ask the speakers questions following the talk. For further information contact Donna Vogler at x3705.
FACULTY MEMBERS TO PRESENT PROGRAMS
Janet Nepkie, Music, Harry Pence, Chemistry, and Jim Greenberg, Teaching Learning and Technology Center, working with six Music Industry Students, will present four concerts, two art shows and a fashion show this semester in the virtual world, Second Life. The first concert, presented on Saturday, October 13 at 9:00 PM, will feature established Second Life jazz pianist Heath Elehjem and the second concert, presented on Saturday, October 27, will feature musician Ed Lowell. To attend the concert, please visit www.secondlife.com to download and run the free Second Life software. The landmark for both concerts is Bradley University Info Island II 107,88,24. For questions about these concerts and other upcoming Music Industry programs and events, please contact Janet Nepkie at x3425.
JAVA, JAVA & OTHER TECHNOLOGY - TODAY
JJOT will present Mobile Computing, today, Wednesday, October 10. Things are changing on the mobile computing landscape. Stop by the TLTC to see some of the latest mobile technology, and how it can be used here on Campus… and especially away from Campus.
CHILDREN’S CENTER OPEN HOUSE - TODAY
The Bugbee Children’s Center will be holding an Open House today, Wednesday, October 10 from 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM. We would like all families with young children to know Bobo the Clown will be visiting the Center at this time also. All are welcome to attend the show and to tour the Center. Bobo will be appearing in our auditorium from 6:30 PM - 7:00 PM. We are located in Bugbee Hall. For more information on Bobo the Clown visit http://www.bobotheclown.com/ This is one of his first appearances in the area. The Bugbee Children’s Center is your SUNY childcare site. Our program serves families with children 8 weeks through age 12. Priority is given to all children and grandchildren of state employees.
GALLERY TALK - OCTOBER 11
A Gallery talk and tour by internationally known artist Joseph Kurhajec Figurative Expressionism 1947 - 2007, will take place on Thursday October 11, from 3:00 - 4:00 PM in the Main Gallery, Fine Arts. Free and open to all.
BAROQUE CONCERT - OCTOBER 13
The Music Department will present a concert of baroque music entitled Musical Masterworks of the 17th Century at 8:00 PM on Saturday, October 13, in
the Hamblin Theater, Fine Arts. Admission to the event is complimentary, and members of the community are invited to attend. The concert will consist of vocal, ensemble, and instrumental pieces. Featured faculty soloists will include Robert Barstow, Johana Arnold, Stephen Markuson, Timothy Newton, Kim Paterson, and Colby Thomas. More information about the concert is available from the Music Department at x3415.
HOT AIR BALLOON RIDES - OCTOBER 13
Enjoy a Hot Air Balloon Ride at College Camp during Family Weekend! Signup is from 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM on Saturday, October 13 at the tent at the Hunt College Union. Rides are from 4:00 PM - 6:00 PM on Saturday, October 13. Sponsored by the Alumni Association, First Year Experience Office, CUAC, Residence Life & Housing, College Camp and OAS.
HOMECOMING CONCERT EVENT - OCTOBER 13
Join us for the Homecoming & Family Weekend Concert: Showcase Oneonta on Saturday, October 13, at 7:00 PM in the Alumni Field House Dewar Arena, no tickets required. This free concert is in celebration of the success of our Campaign: Changing Lives Since 1889; spotlighting student scholars and the donors who support them; and performances by Hooked on Tonics, The Cinnamon Girl and the Nowhere Men, The Oneonta State Funk Band w/special guest Sam Kininger, Rockhausen, and featuring alumnus Philip Hernandez ’82 with Jeremy Wall and Sam Kininger. Philip Hernandez has an extensive career in the arts. Broadway credits include Les Miserables, Kiss of the Spider Woman and The Capeman. His debut CD, The Beat of My Heart, is a unique blend of Latin rhythm and cool jazz that Jazz Review called a “gift from the heart from one of America’s great voices.” All are invited to attend.
ANNUAL CRAFT FAIRS - OCTOBER 13 & DECEMBER 2
You’re invited to the Homecoming Weekend Craft Fair on Saturday, October 13 from 9:30 AM - 3:00 PM in the Hunt College Union. Then, an invitation is extended for the Holiday Craft Fair that takes place on Sunday, December 2 from 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM, also in the Hunt College Union. See quality, handmade crafts by local and regional crafters at both events. Free admission and free parking. For additional information phone x3722.
SPRING FACULTY TEXTBOOK ADOPTIONS ORDER DEADLINE - OCTOBER 15
The deadline for Faculty Textbook adoptions for the spring 2008 semester is approaching quickly! Please place your orders by Monday, October 15, online at: http://www.oneonta.edu/oas/facultyadoptions/bookorderform.asp.
FAMOUS LAST WORDS - OCTOBER 16
Famous Last Words will continue with a presentation by Terry Helser, Chemistry and Biochemistry, on Tuesday, October 16. Dr. Helser will speak on Imagine The Possibilities: The Future Of Nucleic Acid Technologies, at 7:00 PM in the CME, Lee Hall. Refreshments will be served. Famous Last Words is a program in which a faculty or staff member has been nominated by Omicron Delta Kappa to present the “last lecture” of his or her life. Sponsored by the Hunt College Union, Center for Multicultural Experiences (CME), First Year Experience (FYE), and Omicron Delta Kappa (ODK). For more information contact Robb Thibault at x3013.
FOOD FOR THOUGHT / UUP CHAPTER MEETING - OCTOBER 23
The next Food for Thought/UUP Chapter meeting will be held at noon on Tuesday, October 23 in Le Café, Morris Complex. The feature presentation will be by the UUP leadership at SUNY-Cortland. Cortland, the other Red Dragon to the west, has a special relationship to Oneonta. UUP Cortland President Larry Ashley, Vice President for Professionals Hailey Ruoff, and Delegate Dianne Galutz, will discuss the following phenomena on the Cortland campus: 3-3 as the normative teaching load for fulltime faculty, the effectiveness of professional appeals committees, and the conversion of adjuncts into lecturers. Similarities and differences between the two campuses will be considered. Questions and candid discussion will follow the Cortland presentation. Although Food for Thought has important content, it is also an occasion for respite from the workweek, relaxed collegiality, and fine food. Renew old ties and forge new ones by joining your colleagues in a convivial gathering and expression of solidarity. Your union looks forward to greeting you. For information or questions, contact Bill Simons at x3498, simonswm@oneonta.edu; VP for Academics Rob Compton at x3048, comptorw@oneonta.edu; VP for Professionals Norm Payne at x2021, paynene@oneonta.edu; Secretary and Health & Safety Officer Tom Horvath at x3899, horvattg@oneonta.edu; or Professional Delegate Janie Forrest-Glotzer at x2005, forresjl@oneonta.edu.
TRICK OR TREAT AT RESIDENCE HALL/CARNIVAL AT HUNT UNION - OCTOBER 28
Children from Oneonta and the surrounding area areas are invited to “trick or treat” in the residence halls on the SUNY Oneonta campus on Sunday, October 28th from 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm. College students in the 15 residence halls will be offering snacks and other treats for children. The campus has been inviting community children to trick or treat on campus for over 10 years. Greek Life is also putting a Halloween Carnival for children and their families in the Hunt Union from 4:00 to 6:00 PM. Tables will be set up with different activities including face painting and arts and crafts. It costs $1 for kids to attend parents are free. Proceeds from this event will be donated to St Jude’s Children’s Hospital. Visitors to the campus are advised to park in the lots adjacent to the Hunt Union or Morris Conference Center. Student Volunteers will lead trick-or-treaters to the residence halls on campus. Additional information about this event is from the Office of Residence Life and Housing at x2514.
GRADUATE AND PROFESSIONAL SCHOOL FAIR - OCTOBER 29
The Career Development Center is sponsoring a Graduate and Professional School Fair on Monday, October 29 from 1:00-3:00 PM in the Chase Gym. Representatives from over 45 schools will be available to answer questions about their programs. Any student who is considering Graduate School is encouraged to attend. For more information, stop by the Career Development Center at 110 Netzer or phone us at x2534.
CALL FOR PROPOSALS: STUDENT GRANT PROGRAM APPLICATION DEADLINE - NOVEMBER 2
The College Senate Committee on Research is soliciting applications for the Student Grant Program for Research and Creative Activity (funded by the College at Oneonta Foundation). Individual awards will be limited to a maximum of $1,500. Allowable budget items might include supplies and materials (e.g. chemicals, specimens, art supplies, film), expenses for reproducing materials, and travel expenses directly related to conducting the research or creative activity. Applicants can also request up to $500 of the $1,500 maximum for student fellowships (a non-wage award related to an academic endeavor; subject to IRS regulations). Proposals that bring students together with new faculty members are particularly encouraged. Projects which are novel, unique and initiated primarily by the student(s) have priority over those that are largely continuations of ongoing work previously funded by the Committee, although the latter is recognized to have significant value and will be considered. Guidelines and application forms are available to download from the Faculty Senate Committee on Research website HERE or from the Grants Development Office website HERE. The deadline for proposals is Friday, November 2, at noon (27 Bacon Hall). Committee members will be available during the following hours in the Grants Development Office (21/27 Bacon Hall) to answer student questions regarding proposal preparation: 10-11 a.m. and 2-3 p.m. on Wednesday, October 10, and Tuesday, October 16. For further information, contact any member of the Committee: Kim Muller, ( mullerkk@oneonta.edu, x3442), Chair; Thomas Beal ( bealt@oneonta.edu x3362); Devin Castendyk ( castendn@oneonta.edu, x3064); April Harper ( harpera@oneonta.edu, x3596); or Kathy Meeker ( meekerkl@oneonta.edu, x2632).
4TH ANNUAL CELEBRATION OF TEACHING - NOVEMBER 8
Author and educator Carol Rodgers will be the keynote speaker at this year’s Celebration of Teaching on Thursday, November 8. Dr. Rodgers’ presentation will be on “What Matters to Me After 30 Years of Teaching.” Dr. Rodgers received her Ed. D. from Harvard and is currently an assistant professor of education at the University at Albany, State University of New York. Her interests include reflective practice, the history of progressive teacher education, John Dewey, and presence in teaching. Her publications include Defining reflection: Another look at John Dewey and reflective thinking, Teachers College Press (2002); Seeing student learning: Teacher change and the role of reflection, Harvard Educational Review (2002); Presence in teaching, Teachers and Teaching: Theory and Practice (in press); and “The turning of one’s soul:” Lessons in race and social justice: The Putney Graduate School of Teacher Education, 1950-1965, Teachers College Record (in press). Please join the campus community for the Celebration of Teaching in the Hunt Union. The theme of this half-day event is “Engaging Students.” The intention of the Celebration of Teaching is to provide a space and time for members of the SUNY Oneonta community to share conversation and expertise on teaching. Everyone is welcome to attend any of the events of the day. For more detailed information go to the Celebration of Teaching web site at www.oneonta.edu/cot/. Submission of poster presentations has been extended. To submit a poster, send the poster title and abstract - 100-200 words - to Cynthia Lassonde at lassonc@oneonta.edu by Monday, October 8. Celebration of Teaching Schedule of Events: Keynote Speaker: 2:00 - 3:15 p.m.; Roundtables: 3:30 - 5:00 p.m.; and Poster Sessions: 5:00 - 6:00 p.m.
CALL FOR PROPOSALS 2008 FACULTY RESEARCH AND CREATIVE ACTIVITY GRANTS DEADLINE - NOVEMBER 12
The Grants Development Office has announced that guidelines and application materials for the 2008 Faculty Research Grant and Creative Activity Grant Programs are now available on the Grants Development website at www.oneonta.edu/advancement/grants/small.asp (required forms are downloadable and fillable). The Faculty Research Grant Program funds awards of up to $2,500 to support research conducted by faculty or professional staff in all subject areas. Research is defined as methodical investigation into a subject in order to discover facts, to establish or revise a theory, or to develop a plan of action based on the facts discovered. The Creative Activity Grant Program funds awards of up to $1,500 for expenses related to original creative work conducted by faculty or professional staff in areas including, but not limited to, creative writing, music, performing arts and the visual arts. The deadline for both grant programs is noon, Monday, 12 November 2007. Late or incomplete proposals, or those that do not adhere to specific guidelines, will not be reviewed. These grant programs have become more competitive in recent years; the GDO advises applicants to read the guidelines carefully and submit well-constructed and clearly articulated proposals. Contact Kim Muller ( mullerkk@oneonta.edu, x2479) or Kathy Meeker ( meekerkl@oneonta.edu, x2632) if you have questions or if you wish to request a paper copy of the guidelines.
PERSONAL SAFETY COMMITTEE
The Personal Safety Committee is a broad based advisory group concerned with campus personal safety issues. The committee was charged to assess the campus environment and College procedures and recommend measures, which might be instituted to resolve identified problems. Members of the campus community are invited to email any personal safety concerns to committee chair, Colleen Cashman, at cashmacm@oneonta.edu.
RETURN VIDEO TAPES TO IRC
Anyone who has checked a videotape out of the IRC tape library needs to return those tapes to IRC. Please check offices and other areas for tapes you may have and return them to Donna Baker in the IRC main office. If you have questions about a tape you have please contact Donna at x3314.
POSTING ON IRC BULLETIN BOARDS
The IRC Staff is continually working to keep lobby bulletin boards in order. Anyone who wishes to post announcements in the IRC will need to bring their items to the IRC Main Office, Room 104. If no one is in the office when you arrive, please leave your items in the holder on the office door with a name and contact number. Your items will be posted within a short time of receiving them. Staff will remove outdated notices and post new announcements daily. Thank you for your cooperation.
USING COLLEGE-OWNED EQUIPMENT OFF CAMPUS
Appropriate approval is required for off-campus use of College-owned equipment. Send inquiries regarding off-campus use of College-owned equipment to Janet Frankl by email to frankljl@oneonta.edu or by memo to B217 Milne Library. Technology Services in IRC has independent authority to grant approval for equipment under its jurisdiction.
Exhibition: Figurative Expressionism
by Joseph Kurhajec, Fine Arts Gallery. Contact Tim Sheesley at x2445.
BULLETIN INFORMATION
Email your items and attachments to Mona Hughes at hughesml@oneonta.edu. Do not send items or attachments in Publisher. Items must be received no later than 12:00 noon on the Thursday preceding the Wednesday publication. If a break week, items must be received by the noon deadline before the break for publication after the break. Bulletins are not published when classes are not in session.
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