General_Discussion September 2017

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Urgent: Visiting Professor Requires Furnished Accomodations

by Elizabeth McCarran

Hi All, The Department of Chemistry & Biomolecular Science is looking for living accomodations for a visiting professor who will be here from October 1, 2017 through June 30, 2018. This international visitor would need a furnished space within walking distance of Clarkson. Possibilities: 1. Room rental with bathroom, internet and kitchen privileges. 2. Furnished studio or one bedroom apartment allowing for a 9 month stay. 3. Taking the extra room in an apartment already rented by students/employees If you have or know of an available space, please contact me as soon as possible. Your help is greatly appreciated. *Regards,* *Elizabeth* *Elizabeth McCarran* *Administrative Assistant (Research)* *Department of Chemistry & Biomolecular Science* *Clarkson University* *Potsdam, NY 13699-5810* *PH: 315.268.6658* *emccarra(a)clarkson.edu <emccarra(a)clarkson.edu>* *Sustainability Suggestion*: Turn off monitors in offices, labs and classrooms that will not be used immediately or over the lunch break. All computer equipment should be turned off at the end of the day and on weekends, unless your network technicians or lab supervisors specifically instruct otherwise *[Green Classroom Professional Program]. **Help Clarkson reach net zero green house gas emissions* *by 2025!*

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New Drawing Club Looking for Members

by Patricia Lane

Drawing as Meditation A new Drawing Club is looking for a few more members. The first meeting will be held on Thursday, Sept. 28, at 5 pm in the Science Center. The club is open to everyone – both beginners and experienced artists (and everyone in between) -- but space is limited. We will be following (at least for the first year) the book “The Drawing Club of Improbable Dreams: How to Create a Club for Art” by Cat Bennett. Cat says, “Our goal is to explore openly rather than try to make finished pieces of art . . . to experiment, try out new ways of drawing, and make some good mistakes . . . The exercises are designed so that we don’t know how things will turn out until we do them . . . Drawing can be a meditation, a place to simply be. Most of us find this to be a very peaceful practice. In this peaceful state we can begin to watch our minds and notice the thoughts that appear. We can gently let the ones that aren’t helpful go and return our focus to drawing.” If this sounds like something you would like to explore, please contact me by email. Thanks! Pattie -- Patricia Lane Editorial Assistant Clarkson University Marketing & External Relations Box 5535, 8 Clarkson Avenue Potsdam, NY 13699 315-268-6739 <(315)%20268-6715> plane(a)clarkson.edu

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Looking for Office Furniture

by Jennifer Cootware

I am looking for a computer desk/table that is 36" or less wide and an office chair for a student worker station. If you have these items and are looking to get rid of them, please contact me! Thank you! Jenn -- Jennifer Cootware (formerly Grant) Assistant to the VP for International Relations and Incoming Student Coordinator Clarkson University International Center 8 Clarkson Ave., Box 5651 Potsdam, NY 13699-5651 Office: 1-315/268-3943 <(315)%20268-3943> Direct Line:1-315/268-4384 <(315)%20268-4384> Fax: 1-315/268-6402 <(315)%20268-6402> Email: jcootwar(a)clarkson.edu <jcootwar(a)clarkson.edu> *Incoming Exchange Students:* If it is after normal business hours and you are in need of contacting someone on campus, you may call Campus Safety at 1-315-268-6666 <(315)%20268-6666>.

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Former Clarkson University Research Chemist Dr. Stanka Kratohvil Passed Away September 9, 2017

by Elizabeth McCarran

The Department of Chemistry & Biomolecular Science is sad to announce that Dr. Stanka Kratovil passed away on Sunday, September 9, 2017. Dr. Kratohvil was a Clarkson University Post-Doctoral Research Associate in the Department of Chemistry & Biomolecular Science from 1967 to 1993. Along with her husband, Dr. Josip Kratohvil, Emeritus Professor of Chemistry at Clarkson, Stanka has been a member of the Clarkson family for many years. Our thoughts and best wishes are sent to Professor Kratohvil and his children and grandchildren. *STANKA KRATOHVIL* *Dr. Stanka Kratohvil, 89, of Potsdam, NY passed away at her home on September 9, 2017. * *Stanka was born on May 30, 1928 in Zagreb, Croatia to Ivo and Irma Babic. She attended public schools in Zagreb. She received her bachelor’s degree in Chemistry at the University of Zagreb in 1952 and her doctoral degree in Physical Chemistry in 1956. She served as a junior faculty member at the University of Zagreb for several years. * *In 1952, she married Josip Kratohvil. Together they immigrated to the United States in 1960. For 25 years, she worked at Clarkson University as a research chemist. She is the co-author of 25 scientific papers in the area of colloid chemistry. * *She had a lifelong desire for knowledge and was an avid reader and enjoyed classical music. She loved to entertain and was an excellent cook often preparing traditional Croatian meals for her family, friends and visitors from other countries.* *She is survived by Josip, her husband of 65 years; her daughters, Vlasta Pinkston and Doris Walls; five grandchildren, Megan and Eric Pinkston; Cameron, Harrison and Caleb Walls. * *As per Stanka’s request, there will not be a service. Donations may be made in Stanka’s name to Hospice and Palliative Care of St. Lawrence Valley, 6805 US-11, Potsdam, NY 13676.* *Regards,* *Elizabeth* *Elizabeth McCarran* *Administrative Assistant (Research)* *Department of Chemistry & Biomolecular Science* *Clarkson University* *Potsdam, NY 13699-5810* *PH: 315.268.6658* *emccarra(a)clarkson.edu <emccarra(a)clarkson.edu>* *Sustainability Suggestion*: Turn off monitors in offices, labs and classrooms that will not be used immediately or over the lunch break. All computer equipment should be turned off at the end of the day and on weekends, unless your network technicians or lab supervisors specifically instruct otherwise *[Green Classroom Professional Program]. **Help Clarkson reach net zero green house gas emissions* *by 2025!*

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Adult Piano class at CLEAR -- spaces still available!

by Patricia Lane

*Adult Piano* offered through the Center for Lifelong Education and Recreation (CLEAR) at SUNY Potsdam. Dates: September 18 - November 13, 2017 (NO CLASS 10/9) Meets: Monday evenings from 6:00 PM to 7:00 PM, 8 sessions total Location: Schuette Hall A122, Crane School of Music, SUNY Potsdam <https://clear.potsdam.edu/wconnect/ace/LocationInfo.awp?Course=171APD1012> Instructor: Michelle Martin-Atwood <https://clear.potsdam.edu/wconnect/ace/InstructorInfo.awp?Course=171APD1012> Fee: $75.00 An additional section will be offered Thursday evenings from 6 - 7 p.m., same location, if demand is high. Program DescriptionLearn to play piano in a relaxed and supportive setting. Throughout the course you will explore basic skills in topics such as reading music, harmonization, and playing solo repertoire, as well as other activities at the piano depending on request. *Adults with previous piano experience are also welcome, as time is allotted at the end of every class for brief individual questions/lessons. *Requirements:* Course workbook - *Adult Piano Adventures All-in-One Piano Course Book 1: Book with Online Media,* 2nd Edition by Nancy & Randall Faber (ISBN-13: 978-1569392386 / ISBN-10: 1616773022). The book should be purchased before the first day of class. It is available online or locally from Brick & Mortar Music at 15 Market Street in Potsdam. The cost is approximately $12-18. To register for the course: *Online:* https://clear.potsdam.edu Programs: Adult Personal & Professional Development <https://clear.potsdam.edu/wconnect/ace/ShowSchedule.awp?&Mode=GROUP&Group=A…> -"Adult Piano" By Emailclear(a)potsdam.edu <clear(a)potsdam.edu?subject=ACEweb%20Information%20Request> By Phone315.267.2167 <(315)%20267-2167> Hours of Operation: Monday through Friday, 8:30 am - 4:30 pm Summer Hours (May-August): 8:00 am - 4:00 pm By Fax315.267.3350 <(315)%20267-3350> In PersonCLEAR ~ Center for Lifelong Education and Recreation A division of Graduate and Continuing Education 204 Raymond Hall, SUNY Potsdam Potsdam, New York 13676 Please direct all enrollment or administrative questions to the CLEAR office, but feel free to contact Dr. Martin-Atwood with questions regarding the course content, or other course related questions at martinmr(a)potsdam.edu. Michelle R. Martin-Atwood, D.M.A. Organist -- Patricia Lane Editorial Assistant Clarkson University Marketing & External Relations Box 5535, 8 Clarkson Avenue Potsdam, NY 13699 315-268-6739 <(315)%20268-6715> plane(a)clarkson.edu

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