ANNE EVERETT, NEW ASSISTANT DIRECTOR OF RESIDENTIAL COMMUNITY LIFE
Michele Luettger, Director of Residential Community Life, is pleased to announce that Anne Everett has joined the Office of Residential Community Life and the college community as Assistant Director of Residential Community Life for Program Development. Previously, Anne served with the LEAF Council as Otsego’s C.H.O.I.C.E. Program Coordinator and Community Educator, and also as a Residence Hall Director at SUNY Oneonta. She received her Bachelor of Science degree from Roger Williams University. Ms. Everett commenced her duties on August 25.
BEST PRACTICES IN TEACHING AND COUNSELING CONFERENCE
The fifth annual conference is scheduled for Friday, October 3 and will feature keynote speaker Terry Tiernan, President Elect New York State English Council and Professor of English and Communications Department in the School of Arts and Sciences at Potsdam College. Information is attached to this issue of the Bulletin.
SIEGFRIED PRIZE CALL FOR APPLICATIONS
The Academic Excellence Committee has issued a call for applications for the annual Richard Siegfried Junior Faculty Prize for Academic Excellence. All SUNY-Oneonta full-time, non-tenured faculty are eligible to apply for this $1,000 prize. The deadline for applications is Friday, October 3. A campus-wide mailing of the award criteria has been done. If you did not receive an application, or if you have questions concerning the application, you may contact William Simons, Chair of the AEC, at x3498. The Richard Siegfried Junior Faculty Prize for Academic Excellence is funded by a gift from Alice Siegfried in memory of her husband and in honor of his commitment to academic excellence. The College at Oneonta Alumni Association’s 2008-2009 Alumni Annual Fund also supports this annual event.
FALL 2008 COLLEGE SENATE MEETING DATES
The College Senate will meet at 3 p.m. in the Craven Lounge on the following Mondays this fall: September 22, October 6, October 20, November 3 November 17, and December 8 (IRC 5). Visit the College Senate website for information and updates at: http://www.oneonta.edu/academics/senate/ .
MILNE LIBRARY HOSTS EXHIBIT IN HONOR OF CONSTITUTION DAY – TODAY
Today, Wednesday, September 17, the Milne Library will join the campus observation of Constitution Day by hosting an exhibit highlighting the U.S. Constitution. The film entitled Centuries of Citizenship: A Constitutional Timeline developed by the National Constitution Center ( http://www.constitutioncenter.org/) will be playing on our computer kiosk in the lobby on the first floor and there will be a replica of the U.S. Constitution for you to view. Please stop and visit the exhibit!
BIG O POETRY SLAM 55 – TODAY
Feature poet Versiz (Jamaal May) is a poet, producer and recording artist from Detroit. He will take the stage today, Wednesday, September 17 at 8 p.m. in the Hunt College Union Waterfront. The slam competition is open to the first ten SUNY-Oneonta students or employees who sign up at the stage. All Slams this fall serve as qualifiers for the Grand Slam on Wednesday, December 3 to determine the 2009 poetry slam team for spring regionals and the national colleges slam in April. For additional information contact Robb Thibault at x3013.
STUDY ABROAD FAIR – SEPTEMBER 18
A Study Abroad Fair is scheduled for Thursday, September 18 from 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. on the first floor of Wilsbach Hall. Study Abroad Advisors from several other SUNY universities will be present at this fair. Please announce this fair in your classes. For more information, please contact Andy VanBenschoten, Study Abroad Advisor, at x2461.
GEO FYRST STUDENTS PRESENTATION – SEPTEMBER 18
For the second consecutive year, the Earth Sciences Department has lead a pre-semester geology field trip for incoming freshman called the GEO FYRST Program (GeologicExperience Outdoors, First Year Regional Summer Trip). This year’s trip took place August 19-24. The 6-day camping trip begins in the Catskill Mountains, passes through the Berkshire Hills of Massachusetts, and concludes with 2 days of research exercises on the beaches of Cape Cod. GEO FYRST has already proven to be an effective learning experience and retention tool for department majors as well as a positive social development experience for incoming freshman. It has the potential to become a valuable recruitment initiative as well. This year's students will give a lunchtime presentation on their experiences on Thursday September 18, at 12 p.m. in Room 205 of Science Building 1. All are invited.
FAMOUS LAST WORDS – SEPTEMBER 23
Brian D. Beitzel, Educational Psychology & Counseling, will present the first lecture for the Fall 2008 series Famous Last Words on Tuesday, September 23 at noon in the Center for Multicultural Experiences, Lee Hall. Dr. Beitzel’s lecture is entitled Using Video in Class: When the Book Is Better Than the Movie. For additional information, please contact Robb Thibault at x3013 or thibaurr@oneonta.edu.
ECONOMICS AND BUSINESS FACULTY SEMINAR SERIES – SEPTEMBER 24
Huimin Xu will make the first presentation of the Fall 2008 Economics and Business Division Faculty Seminar Series, on Wednesday, September 24 at 4 p.m. in Schumacher 203. The title of Dr. Xu’s presentation is Terror Management Theory and Durability Focus in Creative Consumption. The presentation is open to faculty, students, and the public.
NASA ASTRONAUT AND ALUMNUS TO SPEAK – SEPTEMBER 24
Ronald Garan, a NASA astronaut who earned his bachelor's degree from SUNY-Oneonta in 1982, will return to speak about his experiences on Wednesday, September 24, at 7 p.m. in the Craven Lounge, Morris Conference Center. Admission to the event is complimentary, and members of the community are invited to attend. Air Force Colonel Garan served as a Mission Specialist aboard the Discovery Space Shuttle during its mission to the International Space Station in June of this year. The shuttle delivered the Japanese Experiment Module-Pressurized Module and the Japanese Remote Manipulator System to the station. Shuttle astronauts delivered the 37-foot Kibo lab and added its rooftop storage room. On the mission, Garan completed three space walks for a total of more than 20 hours. He worked on maintaining the station and priming the new Japanese module's robotic arm
for work during the nine days that the shuttle was docked at the orbiting laboratory. Colonel Garan was selected as a pilot by NASA in July 2000. After the completion of two years of training and evaluation, he was assigned technical duties in the Astronaut Office Station and Shuttle Operations Branches. In April of 2006, Garan became an aquanaut through his participation in the joint NASA-NOAA, NEEMO 9 (NASA Extreme Environment Mission Operation), an exploration research mission held in Aquarius, the world's only undersea research laboratory. During this 18-day mission, the six-person crew of NEEMO 9 developed lunar surface exploration procedures and telemedical technology applications in support of the nation's Vision for Space Exploration. Ronald Garan received the Distinguished Graduate and Top Academic Award from USAF Fighter Weapons School; was twice selected Top Academic Instructor Pilot at the USAF Weapons School; received the Lt. Gen. Claire Lee Chennault Award at the USAF Weapons School and USAF Weapons and Tactics Center; was named a Distinguished Graduate of Officers School; and received the Top Academic Award in the F-16 Replacement Training Unit. Garan's military decorations include the Distinguished Flying Cross for Combat Valor, Meritorious Service Medal, Air Medal, Aerial Achievement Medal, Air Force Outstanding Unit Award for Valor, National Defense Service Medal, Humanitarian Service Award, Kuwait Liberation Medal, and various other service awards. He also received the NASA Superior Accomplishment Award and the NASA Exceptional Achievement Award.
YOGA AND MEDITATION SOCIETY EVENT – SEPTEMBER 24
The Yoga And Meditation Society For The Scientific Study Of Spirituality celebrates its 5thYear with a lecture-workshop conducted by Douglas W. Shrader, Distinguished Teaching Professor, Philosophy. Dr. Shrader will speak on Music, Mysticism and Meditation from 4-6:30 p.m. on Wednesday, September 24 at the Center for Multicultural Experiences, Lee Hall. Dr. Shrader will explore interconnections between music, mysticism, and meditation by discussing (i) ways in which music has been used in a variety of cultures to cultivate or enhance meditation, (ii) types and characteristics of both Eastern and Western mysticism, and (iii) the complex interdependent relationship between mysticism and meditation. Dr. Shrader will play recordings from an assortment of different cultures and traditions, inviting the audience to pay special attention to similarities as well as differences, especially as regards mystical qualities and meditative effects. He will provide examples ranging from ancient to modern times, from Plato to William Blake, and from Hinduism, Buddhism, and Daoism to Judaism, Christianity, and Islam. He will focus on various forms of meditation, by delving into Vipassana (clear insight meditation), Metta and Tonglen meditation involving love, compassion and the alleviation of suffering, meditation through paintings called “Tankas,” the ritual creation of Sand Mandalas representing mystical or hidden dimensions of reality, and daily meditation concerning one’s own life and death (utilizing texts such as the Tibetan Book of the Dead). Moreover, Dr. Shrader will lead the audience in simple exercises so that they may sample the experiential flavor of each form of meditation. The remaining Schedule of Events are as follows: Wednesday, November 12 - Fida Mohammad, Sociology, Contemplative Practice in Islam, 4-6:30 p.m., CME; and Wednesday, December 10 - Ashok Malhotra, Philosophy, Yoga for Mental Health and Physical Wellness, 4-6:30 p.m., CME. The lecture series is free and open to all. For further information, contact Ashok Malhotra at x3220.
ODK NOMINATIONS DEADLINE – SEPTEMBER 24
The Oneonta Circle of Omicron Delta Kappa, the National Leadership Honor Society, is seeking nominations for membership in the Honorary Member and Faculty Member categories. Membership is considered a high honor and a mark of distinction. Exemplary character, responsible leadership, service in campus and community life and outstanding scholarship are indispensable qualifications. Membership is awarded primarily to students who are juniors and seniors, but honorary members and members of the faculty and administration may also be invited. Please review the criteria below. Letters of nomination should address the criteria defined and sent, in confidence, to Karen Brown, 116 Alumni Hall, no later than September 24. Faculty Members & Administration –Nominees must have been employed by the College for a minimum of 3 years, and demonstrated record of exemplary character, scholarship, service and leadership in campus life, and good citizenship within the academic and larger community. Two nominees may be selected. Honorary Members (honoris causa) - Nominees must have demonstrated outstanding achievements in the local, state, national or international community. Previous affiliation with the College is not necessary. One nominee may be selected.
MENTAL HEALTH CRISIS SERVICES AT BASSETT HOSPITAL – SEPTEMBER 25
A program about the Mental Health Crisis Services at Bassett Hospital in Cooperstown will take place on Thursday, September 25 at 7 p.m. at Craven Lounge, Morris Conference Center. The program will be hosted by the Community Education Project, a part of the local chapter of the National Alliance for the Mentally Ill, NAMI-Otsego County. Bassett Hospital’s chief of psychiatry, Celeste Johns, M.D., will provide information about the services. This will be followed by a question and answer period. Since the closing of the crisis service at Fox Hospital in 2007, the crisis unit at Bassett hospital is the closest service for Otsego County residents and college students experiencing mental health crises. The program is co-sponsored by the Counseling Center. Feel free to contact Mark Rice at x3368 with questions.
AMERICAN RED CROSS BLOODMOBILE ON CAMPUS- SEPTEMBER 25
The Center for Social Responsibility and Community and American Red Cross are sponsoring a Blood Drive at the Hunt Union Ballroom on Thursday, September 25 from 12 noon to 5 p.m. This is the second of four blood drives CSRC will sponsor this semester. Last year, volunteers on our campus donated 315 pints of blood. Help us to meet our goal of 372 pints of blood this academic year. If we reach our goal, the American Red Cross will award our campus a $350 scholarship for some lucky student! CSRC invites faculty and staff members to serve as models for our students during this semester’s blood drive by signing up to donate as well. Phone CSRC at x2262 to schedule an appointment or register during lunch and dinner hours at Mills or Wilsbach Monday & Tuesday, September 22 & 23. Give the gift of life! Volunteer to donate!
STUDENTS AND ALUMNI INVOLVED IN PRODUCTION OF A CHORUS LINE - SEPTEMBER 26-28
Orpheus Theatre will open their 25th Anniversary MainStage Season with a production of A Chorus Line, Friday-Sunday, September 26-28 in the Belden Auditorium, Oneonta High School, with performances running Friday & Saturday at 8 p.m. and Sunday at 2 p.m. Originally conceived, directed, and choreographed by Michael Bennett with book by James Kirkwood & Nicholas Dante, music by Marvin Hamlisch, and lyrics by Edward Kleban, A Chorus Line is a stunning musical about a chorus audition for a Broadway Musical. It tells of the achingly poignant ambitions of professional Broadway gypsies to land a job in the show, and is a powerful metaphor for all human aspiration. With performances by a number of SUNY-Oneonta students, two alumni, and members of our community, this production is a brilliantly complex fusion of dance, song, and compelling authentic drama, A Chorus Line has continued to dazzle audiences since it originally opened on Broadway in 1975. Directed by R.B. Schlather with Choreography by Carleigh Bettiol, A Chorus Line contains adult language and content and may not be suitable for younger audiences. Tickets are available by phoning 432-9392. For additional information, please contact Michelle Gardner at gardnemg@oneonta.edu.
INAUGURAL ASHOK KUMAR MALHOTRA SEVA (COMPASSIONATE SERVICE) LECTURE – OCTOBER 2
F. Daniel Larkin, Provost and Vice President for Academic Affairs, is pleased to announce that Wendy Mitteager, Geography, is the recipient of the Ashok Kumar Malhotra Seva (Compassionate Service) Award. Dr. Mitteager will deliver the inaugural Ashok Kumar Malhotra Seva (Compassionate Service) Lecture titled, “Why Should Students Volunteer? The Joys of Service Learning: From Oneonta to New Orleans,” on Thursday, October 2, at 7:30 p.m. in the Craven Lounge, Morris Conference Center. Created in 2008 to recognize faculty service both in and outside the classroom, the Ashok Kumar Malhotra Seva (Compassionate Service) Faculty Award, which includes a $1,000 check, is made possible by an endowment to the College at Oneonta Foundation from Dr. Ashok Kumar Malhotra, SUNY Distinguished Teaching Professor of Philosophy. Criteria for this award includes: community service locally, nationally, or internationally; the ability to motivate and inspire others to perform community service; and the integration of community service in the teaching and learning process. The lecture is free and open to the public. A dessert reception will follow the lecture. Please announce this event to your students and encourage their attendance.
HERITAGE: PAST, PRESENT, AND FUTURE – OCTOBER 3 & 4
The Cooperstown Graduate Association is pleased to announce its conference Heritage: Past, Present, and Future to take place in Cooperstown, Friday & Saturday, October 3 & 4. Friday’s schedule will include workshops on oral history, historic districts, and new technology available to museums, as well as tours of the collections of the New York State Historical Association and The Farmers’ Museum housed at the Iroquois Storage Facility. Friday evening, a free public lecture by Rachel Bliven of the Mohawk Valley Heritage Corridor Commission will address heritage tourism—what it is, who is involved, and how to plan for it. Saturday’s conference program will feature ten speakers. The morning session will begin with a look back at the life of Louis C. Jones, a pioneer in heritage preservation and interpretation. In the afternoon, conference participants will get a peek at heritage programs at regional institutions in the Catskills and Kutztown, Pennsylvania. Looking toward the future, presenters will explore the use of documentary film, lasers and ground-penetrating radar, and the web-based Quilt Index to make the past more understandable and accessible to a broader audience. Conference participants will also have the opportunity to see the new exhibit Through the Eyes of Others: African Americans and Identity in American Art (curated by Cooperstown Graduate Program director Gretchen Sorin) at the Fenimore Art Museum, the newly opened More and Dimmick houses at The Farmers’ Museum, and the exhibit Three Eyes on the Past: The Legacy of Dr. Louis C. Jones at the NYSHA research library. For more information, contact Cindy Falk or Cathy Raddatz at the Cooperstown Graduate Program at 607-547-2586 or by email at falkcg@oneonta.edu or raddatc@oneonta.edu. A complete schedule and registration information is available at: http://www.oneonta.edu/academics/cgp/misc/CGAConference_2008.pdf.
NYS FLEX SPENDING ACCOUNT (FSA)
Recently employees should have received a flyer regarding NYS Flex Spending Account (FSA) for 2009. Open enrollment period for 2009 is from September 22 to November 14, 2008. Enrollment can be done online at www.flexspend.state.ny.us or by phoning 1-800-358-7202. For more information or to get a FSA flyer, please contact Human Resources at x2509.
UPK PROGRAM HAS OPENINGS
The Universal Pre-Kindergarten program in the Human Ecology Building has openings for the 2008-2009 school year. To be eligible, a child must be 4 years old by Monday, December 1, and live in the Oneonta School District. Universal Pre-Kindergarten runs Monday – Friday from 8:30-11 a.m. The Oneonta School district buses provide bus transportation. Anyone interested in enrolling their child may phone Amy at x2743 or x2775, or phone Opportunities for Otsego at 433-8055.
MOVING EQUIPMENT
The College is required by the State Comptroller to maintain accountability for its equipment at all times. SUNY Oneonta currently maintains inventory records of computers and other equipment particularly vulnerable to loss or theft with an original cost of $500 or more and other moveable equipment with an original cost of $1,500 or more. When equipment is moved between buildings and/or departments without notification to the Property Management Office the annual inventory process is unnecessarily complicated for the Departments involved and for Property Control; the otherwise positive outcome of any equipment audit is also jeopardized. When equipment has been or will be moved, notify the Property Management office immediately by email to frankljl@oneonta.edu or by memo to Janet Frankl
B217 Milne Library. Provide the SUNY-Oneonta decal number, manufacturer's serial number, previous location and new location. Your cooperation will be very helpful and greatly appreciated. For further information, please contact Janet Frankl at x3227.
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.
ADDING NEW EQUIPMENT TO EQUIPMENT INVENTORY
In most instances Property Management is routinely notified of new equipment purchases so items that meet the criteria are added to the College’s equipment inventory. Occasionally, however, a piece of equipment that should be added to the inventory does not come to the attention of the Property Management department. If your new equipment has not been tagged within 30 days of receipt, please contact Janet Frankl by email at frankljl@oneonta.edu or by memo to B217 Milne Library. Your assistance will be appreciated!
SURPLUS EQUIPMENT
All departments should direct requests to have surplus computer or related equipment removed from your department to Mark English via email, englisme@oneonta.edu with copy to Janet Frankl at frankljl@oneonta.edu. Computer hard-drives will be reformatted, insuring removal of any sensitive information, & the equipment will be evaluated for possible reassignment to another department on campus. Direct surplus requests for non-computer equipment to Janet Frankl. Include the following data on all surplus requests: Description, SUNY-Oneonta decal number, manufacturer's serial number, condition and current location.
BULLETIN INFORMATION
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