“Vulnerability  Exposed:  Social Dimensions of Climate Change” is a world-wide competition
of  2-5  minute  documentaries  that  highlight  the  social  aspects of climate change as
experienced  and/or  observed  by  the film-maker(s).  This short-documentary contest is a
follow-up  to  our  landmark March 2008 International Workshop on the Social Dimensions of
Climate  Change.   The  submitted films should innovatively illustrate the consequences of
climate  change  through  one  of the following theme categories: conflict, migration, the
urban  space,  rural  institutions,  drylands,  social policy, indigenous peoples, gender,
governance, forests, and/or human rights.

The  contest  is  open  to  anyone  who  wishes to have their voice heard.  Unfortunately,
employees  of  the World Bank Group and their immediate families (spouse, parent, sibling,
child,  and respective spouses) and those living in their immediate households, whether or
not  related,  of  the  World  Bank Group are not eligible to enter the competition or win
awards. Even though you are not able to enter the competition to win awards, please spread
the word to your friends and non-immediate family members about this exciting contest.

There  are  two  award  categories: 1.) Social Dimensions of Climate Change Award (general
category)  and  2.)  Young  Voices  of Climate Change (youth category) Award.  The general
category  is  open to both amateur and professional filmmakers; the youth category is open
to  entries  submitted  by  filmmakers  who are under 24 years old.  Award winners will be
chosen through a combination of public voting and a judging panel.  The film with the most
public  votes  in  each  theme category will receive honorable mention.  The Award Winners
will receive an all expenses paid trip to Washington, DC for a screening of their film and
will  have  the opportunity to attend a series of networking and learning events organized
by the Social Development Department of the World Bank in December, 2008.

The submission period ends on Friday, October 24, 2008.  Please contact Megumi Makisaka
(mmakisaka@worldbank.org), if you have any questions.

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For more information, please visit: www.worldbank.org/sdccfilmcontest
Call-for-submission video on YouTube: www.youtube.com/watch?v=qfcxY6fMDwU

Since the weather forecast for tomorrow, saturday is not that good I would suggest going on sunday or monday.

What do you think?

Britta

As many of you might be aware the 12^th floor Dining Hall was to undergo a major renovation this summer.  Unfortunately the project was delayed due to changes in design and project scope and construction has yet to begin.  We do not anticipate that the renovation will now be complete until January 2009.

Effective September 2^nd Dining Halls will be operating a smaller scale food operation in the KBT Lobby.  It will operate from 8:30AM-2:00PM and have a selection of snacks, salads, sandwiches, coffee, and specialty items.   All food will be prepared in the 12^th floor kitchen (this area will not be affected by the renovation project) so it will as fresh as possible.  Donna Hall from Dining Halls will continue to manage the operation in KBT and is very interested in providing the best possible service and food.  She also is very interesting in obtaining feedback about the operation so that she can make improvements.

Until the renovation begins on the 12^th floor (we don

Want to join veggie* dinner?

Attend the fall semester Kick-Off Dinner on
Monday, September 8 at 7pm in Bowers Auditorium.

Why is Veggie Dinner so awesome?
Each participant signs up to cook one dinner during the semester with 1 or 2
partners.

Each cook prepares enough food for 11 people (for example, if you are
cooking with one other person, together you prepare food for 22 people).

In return, you get to attend ONE free vegetarian dinner EVERY WEEK for the
ENTIRE semester.

If you will be joining us for the first dinner of the semester, please RSVP to
neda DOT arabshahi AT yale DOT edu:

What: Enjoy a Mediterranean Feast of Plenty and sign up for your fall semester cooking slot
When: Monday, September 8, 7pm
Where: Bowers Auditorium (Sage Hall)
Bring: BOWL, PLATE, SPOON, FORK, (and cups and beverages if you feel so inclined)

Please RSVP to neda DOT arabshahi AT yale DOT edu  if you plan on attending.

Love your Kick-Off Cooks,
Benson, J., Jacob, Mary, Kate, Trisha, Nina, Elizabeth, Rachael, Panah, Andre and Neda

*Not a vegetarian, no worries, everyone is welcome- but of course there will be no meat in any of the meals

We define emerging leaders as those who are relatively new to the environmental and social justice fields with approximately three to ten years of experience. We define “environmental” broadly to include public health, transportation policy and planning, economic development, and broad-based community organizing.

Each year, our Regional Networks select a new class of fellows to join ELP’s community of environmental professionals from diverse backgrounds, sectors, and areas of expertise. The year-long program offers unique networking opportunities, intensive leadership and skills training, support, and time for personal and professional reflection. The Regional Fellowship provides an opportunity for talented individuals to have a unique and substantial impact on environmental progress in New England through collaboration with other emerging leaders.

Application Deadline: October 8, 2008

For further information, visit:
www.elpnet.org/greaterbostonnetwork/training.php#overview

Hello all:

We organize job fairs in Japan and the U.S. for Japanese-speaking
students. On September 20-21, we have a job fair coming up in
NYC, and we’d like to ask you to kindly relay the message
to your Japanese-speaking students.

At the bottom of this e-mail, you will find the PR texts.

Should you have any questions or concerns, please feel free to
contact me any time!

Thank you very much in advance.

Best regards,
Naomi

+++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++
Naomi Osawa/ Assistant Manager
Mainichi Communications USA Inc.
708 Third Ave. 6th floor
New York, NY 10017  U.S.A.
T: (212) 209-3864
F: (212) 209-7132
E-mail: nosawa@usa.mycom.co.jp

http://global.mynavi.jp
(mostly in Japanese)

Hey all!

Soccer, Friday at 4pm, East Rock. Run off the food from MODS, the beer from MODS, and get rid of the MODS jet-lag (that state of sleeplessness you’re in from a lack of sleep).

If it’s raining, we’re still gonna play. Just a note: FES soccer always seems to actually get goign 20-30 mins late, so this time, lets try for on-time?

otherwise, we’re there 4-630 usually, so if you’re running late, come down anyways.

Finally, our cap’tn Kate Boicourt needs your emails to put you on the listserv…so email her nicely (and remember she’s on vacation, so maybe hold off on the emials till the weekend)

her email is the normal yale.edu format…

~see yall on friday

ps - last time was awesome - we had 28 people show up and we had an amazing game!

Jesse

Thanks,

Rachel Gruzen

rachel.gruzen@aya.yale.edu

917 796 2128

You have to provide transport. Let me know if you’re interested in one or both.

email robert.bailis@yale.edu or call 2-5412

Thanks,

Janet

janet.lawson@yale.edu

Thanks!

Mary

mfischer@yale.edu

Corrine Folsom, Research Assistant, cell 203-233-0535, lab 203-785-2227, corrine.folsom@yale.edu
PI:Maria Diuk-Wasser

I am looking for two research assistants to work on separate but related projects. Each project requires an assessment of terrestrial carbon dynamics (biomass and soil) associated with land-use change resulting from different bioenergy systems in developing countries. One project is looking at fuelwood use in Honduras and is focused on the impacts of energy efficient woodstoves on forest cover. The second project explores changes in terrestrial carbon resulting from biofuel production on marginal lands in India and possibly Tanzania.

In addition to a research component, each position will be required to assist with the preparation of proposals, research reports, and presentations, as well as some administrative work related to each project. These positions are ideal for first year students. Each requires a year-long commitment and will ideally lead to MESc (or MEM) field work during in summer 2009. Interested second year students are also eligible to apply but must commit to summer work and some follow up in the Fall. Additional details for each project are provided below…

1. Assessing LUC impacts in an improved stove intervention in Honduras

Exposure to smoke from fuelwood is one of the leading causes of preventable illness and death in the developing world. The primary way to reduce health impacts is to introduce improved stoves to rural communities. This technological change also reduces the carbon footprint of fuelwood use. However, emission reductions are sensitive to wood harvesting practices among rural communities as well as numerous other factors affecting forest conditions. Case-by-case analyses are required to understand how forest carbon stocks respond to changes in household energy technology. The RA will help to develop a methodology to assess how changes in woodfuel consumption affect forest cover. The ideal candidate will have working knowledge of remote sensing and GIS methods and be fluent or near-fluent in Spanish. Experience with forest survey methods and social surveys is also a plus, as is experience working in rural areas of developing countries.

2. Carbon Dynamics in biofuel production

Biofuels are promoted as a way to reduce the carbon footprint of the transport sector worldwide. However, recent research has raised concerns over the land use and food security impacts of biofuel cultivation. This has led to the promotion of non-food crops on degraded land. Jatropha curcas is an inedible oil-bearing shrub that can grow on marginal land. A recent survey estimates 900,000 ha of Jatropha has already been planted worldwide, primarily in Asia. However, little is known about the carbon dynamics associated with Jatropha production. This research project will develop a model based on empirical data that determine the carbon dynamics of land used for Jatropha cultivation. The output of this work will contribute to a full life cycle assessment of GHG emissions. Research will be based in the Indian state of Tamil Nadu, which currently hosts over 100,000 ha of Jatropha cultivation. Additional work in Tanzania is also a possibility. The ideal candidate will have strong working knowledge of remote sensing and GIS methods and experience with forest survey methods and carbon stock assessment. Experience working in India or other developing countries is a plus.

Both positions ideally involve a year-long commitment for 5-10 hr/wk. Salary will be at Level 2-4 for Student Employees (defined by the university). Field research during the 2009 summer months is also required. Interested students should submit their resume and cover letter to robert.bailis@yale.edu with the subject heading “Carbon Forest RA Position”. Applications must be received by Sept 12, 2008. Be sure to indicate in the cover letter which of the two positions you’d like to be considered for. If you’d like to be considered for both, indicate which, if either, is your preferred choice.

Thursday, August 28, 2008:

1pm-Everything Sold!

181 Nicoll Street, New Haven, CT 06511

All furniture is in good-satisfactory condition, will take the advertised price or best offer…Will sell Ikea Malm Furniture as a set for a discount…

1. *Ikea Malm Bed Frame: $75–Medium Brown (originally $149), requires assembly
2. *Ikea Sultan Lade Slatted Bed Base: $5–Goes with Bed Frame (originally $20)
3. *Ikea Malm 6 Drawer Chest: $75–Medium Brown (originally $149)
4. *Ikea Malm 4 Drawer Chest: $50–Medium Brown (originally $99.99)
5. Ikea Medium Brown Desk: $40–No drawers (originally $100)
6. *Stackable Folding Bookshelf: $30–3 fixed shelves, medium brown (originally $50)
7. Mattress: $50–top mattress, requires light surface cleaning (originally $200)
8. 4 Ikea Pillows (2 down): $5-10 each
9. 2 Large Ikea Cushions & Ivory Covers:  $20 set—(originally $25 each)
10. Television and remote: $10
11. DVD Player: $10
12. *Ikea Baska Laundry Basket:  $10–Brown (originally $25)
13. *Sphere Chair: $10—Mostly Blue w/ Lime Green accents (originally $35)
14. *Ikea Vira Work Lamp: $5—Silver (originally $10)
15. *Storage Ottoman: $15—Beige, Faux suede (originally $45)
16. Medium Rug: $10—Beige (originally $40)
17. Small Ikea Rug: $5—Blue/White/Grey Stripes (originally $35)
18. Toaster: $5
19. 50+ Lime Green Hangers: $10
20. Plastic Storage boxes: $3-5 each
21. Miscellaneous Desk Items
22. Miscellaneous Kitchen items

* Indicates picture available

Please email aja.decoteau@gmail.com for inquiries, may pick up on Thursday, August 28 after 1pm, with possibility of scheduling later pick-up.

Wanted to pass along some info about recycling in New Haven. You can find resources here:http://www.cityofnewhaven.com/PublicWorks/recycling/index.asp

Also, there is curbside recycling available with the proper blue recycling bin the same day as trash pick. For full details on what is accepted and how it should be recycled (for example, corrugate cardboard must be broken down and tied together) check out:
www.cityofnewhaven.com/PublicWorks/pdfs/Recycling_Program.pdf

Cat

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My parents are selling their Bed and Breakfast in Alaska. It is a

beautiful log cabin on a lake with separate guest cabins on the

property. You can check it out at http://www.alaskanserenitybb.com/

The property is listed at http://www.realestatealaska.org/

Alaska greatly needs medical professionals so if you are in need of a

life change and an adventure, this is for you. The hospital in the

area is growing and they are recruiting extensively.

http://www.cpgh.org/Departments/HR/Employment%20Opportunities.htm

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David

our capt’ns are outta town for another week, so while the parents are away, the kids will play…SOCCER!

Anyone interested in soccer tomorrow, monday, around 4pm, East Rock fields (down orange till it ends, then swing right, fields on the right (English Drive))?

Wanna get to know some of the FES championship soccer team? We’ll be there! signing autographs, writing on the walls, and being generally content in the knowledge that we’re the best.

IF you’re interested in going, please email Sean Dixon (sean dot dixon at yale.edu) so we can get a good sense of numbers….

see ya tomorrow.

thanks

olusola

Just wanted to get the word out to all new students about some really great pick up games in the East Rock area for anyone inclined to toward sports played with flat circular objects.  If you’re new to the game, but interested in learning more, feel free to come out.  All playing abilities are welcome, and veteran players are more than happy to teach rules and give pointers.
Here’s the website to sign up for the weekly pick up mailing list.  There are both Yale-affiliated and non-Yale people on the list.  The moderator is Sachin Desai, so you’ll get a lot of emails from him about whether or not that day’s game is on:
http://mailman.yale.edu/mailman/listinfo/ultimate

Since collating everyone’s RSVP emails in the past has been a time consuming task for the moderator, the group is trying out a new online spreadsheet sign up system.  Check it out here: http://spreadsheets.google.com/ccc?key=pEzay4RTULxrr5r4cBEVOew&hl=en.  Generally if there are 6-8 people signed up on the sheet, game is on since a lot of people never RSVP.  If 6 people sign up, the actual yield is generally 12-16.

Games have been on pretty much 4 times a week for the summer (Tues/Thurs at 6p, Sat at 10a and Sun at 3p), not sure how that’s going to change once the semester starts.  Games are usually at Rice Fields (go all the way down Orange towards East Rock, take a right when the road ends and follow the road all the way to the baseball/soccer fields).  Saturday games are in College Woods, where the urban/admin mods had the barbeque last night.
If you have any questions, feel free to email me (lesley dot yen at yale dot edu).  Hope to see you out on the fields sometime!

~Lesley

For those of you who are in a bad rent or simply prefer a more rural setting than New Haven, I have a fully furnished 600 S.F. in-law apartment with a separate entrance in my home in Branford.  It is the perfect size for one person or couple.  It is a relatively simple 10-mile commute into New Haven. It is also the first stop on the Shoreline East Rail Line (with free parking) if you prefer not having to drive/park into New Haven.  This is an opportunity to still experience Yale and the City of New Haven, and also enable you to enjoy the benefits of living in an idyllic New England shore community. The apartment is $950/month and includes heat, electric, water, and TV. Either a full or academic year rental is available. Sorry, no pets or smokers.

If we have not had the opportunity to meet, I am a native New Havener who lives in Branford with my family.  I am a first year student and I am fulfilling a life-long dream in attending Yale, pursuing an MEM as a half-time student.  I’ll be seeing some of you at our last MOD at Yale-Myers next week, and look forward to a great week of trees, camping, and PBR’s.

If you are interested and would like to see the apartment, please send me an email to firstname.lastname at yale.edu or call my cell (203) 437-0379.

Joseph Michelangelo

Hey everyone,
Several of us are planing to have a party this sunday at 189 Mansfield Street. Everyone is welcome and encouraged - first years, second years, PHDs, TAs, Faculty, Professors, non-FES roommates, non-Yale friends, significant others and the like. We are going to try and grab two kegs tomorrow, but I have no sense about how many are going to show, so you may want to consider a BYOB tactic or at least bring a few bucks for those of us paying for the beer. Its a fairly big house with a nice back yard, good times should be had by all. Feel free to call me with any questions.
Hope to see you all there!
-Sam
415-233-1525
SammiCarterRules@gmail.com

PS- I’m thinking around 9 is a good kick-off time. Later gaters.

URI’s Open Spaces as Learning Places program teaches New Haven sixth grade public school students about environmental stewardship through the exploration of New Haven open spaces.   The Open Spaces program offers Yale students an internship opportunity in teaching place-based environmental education.
This fall semester we are looking for two to four Education Interns.  Education Interns co-teach the Open Spaces program with URI’s Education Coordinator.  Interns will work closely with the students and classroom teachers of local schools.  The program contains both in-class lessons and field trips that give students an understanding of the role open spaces play in their community.  Through the Open Spaces curriculum, students will explore their school grounds, a reclaimed abandoned lot, a city park, a river, a pond and a cemetery over a nine-week period.

TIME COMMITMENT/Pay etc:
Ideally, the intern will teach four classes each week (ie four 90 minute lessons per week), and four hours weekly for lesson preparation. Thus the time commitment for the internships is 10 hours per week, and the pay rate is $13.30 per hour.  The program will run from September 14th through Thanksgiving.

If you are interested in applying for this internship please SUBMIT A LETTER OF INTEREST, RESUME, AND WEEKLY FALL SCHEDULE/AVAILABILITY TO TEACH to URI Education Coordinator Mira.Manickam@yale.edu.  Also, include times available to meet for an interview during the week of September  8th.

My best friend Candace has a sweet place in NYC and needs a roommate come September.  Do you know anyone that needs a place?  She’s great! (some of you have met her at various FES events).  Get in touch with me and I’ll put you in touch with her.

Info below.

jpjewell at gmail dot com

I live in the financial district (on wall street near the 2/3, 4/5, and a short walk to jmz, ace lines).  The apt. is 1000 square feet (2 bedrooms, 1 bath) on the 26th floor of a doorman apartment (with gym, amenities, etc.) and the room is very big.  Rent is $1405/month.

In her first entry attempt ever, my mom has made finalist in the New Yorker magazine caption contest. If you would like to help send her right to the top, please click on this link. She is listed second.
http://www.cartoonbank.com/capcontest/CaptionContest.aspx?tab=vote

Thanks!

Caitlin

Ideally, I’d like to move in asap, as my MODS have already begun.
I’d be interested in a studio/one bed or a share in a 2/3 BR Apartment in the
downtown or East rock area.

Preferences- on the yale shuttle route; walking distance to Yale
campus bulidings e.g. SOM/FES/law school etc. Clean amenities and efficient heating system. Laundry on site prefered.

FYI: If anyone is looking for a roommate, would like to sublet a room or knows of an apartment opening please do not hesitate to contact me (Email phone details so I can get in touch).

Please contact me via email at : saman.ikram at yale dot edu

Many thanks.

I’m in need of a decently sized bookcase, dresser, and various lamps. Please let me know if you have anything or hear of anything! Thanks!

Katie (katiemhawkes at gmail)

Old-time music and country dancing at its finest. Bring an instrument, bring some dessert, definitely bring yourself. Directions at www.library.yale.edu/~mkoth/bmad.htm.

My car can take 4 more.

Love,
Paul

BMAD is coming this Friday!

How can we promote a food system that is environmentally sustainable, socially just and economically viable?

The Environmental Leadership Program invites you to The Politics of Food where we bring together diverse perspectives from farmers, social activists, government regulators, and others to explore the challenges facing our nation’s food system and ways we can reshape it for the future.

Join us in Raleigh, NC September 22 - 24 for an interactive exploration of food security and sustainability.

CONFERENCE REGISTRATION

Rates
Corporate $575
Government $450
Non profit (budget>1million) $375
Non profit (budget

BMAD is coming this Friday!

BMAD is coming on Friday…

My brother has recently started a renewable energy company working in India. He’s got a sweet idea to get solar study lights into rural households. He’s in a contest right now for funding and needs support. Check out his project at www.membersproject.com/project/view/H9HGYL. If you’re interested, you can register for free (you don’t need a AmEx card) and nominate his project. Otherwise though, just check out all the amazing environmental projects people are working on!

Many thanks,

Molly

Time to start climbing again!  Unfortunately Yale does not have a climbing gym, but New Haven is home to the CT Rock Gym, more info and directions on their website: www.ctrockgym.com. A daily, semester, or yearly pass is needed (Wed. nights are $5 for ladies).  

Last year FES had formal and informal climbing nights, so as soon as MODs are done keep an eye out on Sageboy for FES climbing announcements and occasional outdoor trips. 

If anyone has any questions feel free to shoot me an e-mail: Joseph dot Orefice at gmail dot com

 -Joe

Meet other enviro-friendly folks, find out what enviro stuff is going on in New Haven, laugh, learn how to dress yourself, drink a beer (or ginger ale), and get emotional. Note: YOU DO NOT NEED TO DRINK ALCOHOL TO COME TO THIS EVENT!

Join us tonight Wednesday, August 20th and get your mojo on from 6:00-8:00pm at Geronimo, 271 Crown Street, New Haven, CT, (203) 777-7700.

This month we will hear from Citizens Campaign for the Environment. CCE works to build widespread citizen understanding and advocacy for policies and actions designed to manage our natural resources and public health. And guess what? Geronimo will be giving us some free snacks! Mmmmm. But that’s just the beginning! If you dress up like a leprechaun you can bet your lucky charms I’ll be buying you a drink or two.

Don’t drink? Don’t worry! You can buy Seltzer water or Shirley Temples! Everyone is welcome, even your Mom.

Remember to walk, bike, Yale Shuttle or GPS to the event.

See you there … unless it’s past your bedtime…

- New Haven Green Drinks (and your classmate Justin Elicker - 203-500-2969)
newhavengreendrinks@gmail.com

New Haven Green Drinks is an informal monthly opportunity for anyone interested in corporate social responsibility, environmental conservation, carbon finance, sustainable development, etc. to meet, chat, and network. We are a self-organizing group and there are no fees, so make sure to spread the word to friends and colleagues.

New Haven Green Drinks meets on the third Wednesday of each month from 6:00pm-7:30pm in downtown New Haven.

To add (or remove) your name to/from the New Haven Green Drinks email list, please email Justin Elicker at newhavengreendrinks@gmail.com.

Please call Ilan at 434-238-0409, or better yet, email ilan.gutherz@yale.edu with any leads. This posting will be way outdated by Labor Day weekend, I hope, so please don’t contact me about this stuff after that.
Thanks.

Ilan

Hey ya’lls.

Are you getting amped up for the start of a political frenzy?  It’s time to break out the Big Screen in Bowers and see it unfold before our eyes!

We’ll have some food and drinks for your consumption, although dont expect to get much in the way of wholesome calories.  If you want those, bring them (BYOWC).

This is also a great chance for all of you first years to get to know all of us non-first years and to get a taste for the FES political spirit!   There will be much more of it to come.  And by the way, this is also a chance for all of you international students to witness US political mayhem at its finest.

Hope to see you all there.

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Fall 2008 Course Elective

Mindfulness-based Stress Reduction Program

Mindfulness Meditation for Health and Well-Being

YSN  course # N715a, 1.5 credits.

Open to YSN, YMS, EPH, and Yale Graduate and Professional Students.

Class size: limit 25.  Registration is on a first-come, first served basis.

The Stress Reduction and Relaxation Program is based on mindfulness meditation: tuning into the breath, and learning to experience life more fully as it unfolds moment by moment.

This is an 8 week course.  It includes instruction the body scan, hatha yoga, sitting meditation, walking meditation, eating meditation, as well as mindfulness of interpersonal communication and other activities of daily life.  This course is modeled on the nationally acclaimed Stress Reduction Clinic developed by Jon Kabat-Zinn, Ph.D., at the University of Massachusetts Medical Center in Worcester.

There are two goals of this course:  to develop a daily meditation practice in order to more effectively handle academic, professional and personal stress; and to explore mindfulness meditation as a health care modality.  The required text “Full Catastrophe Living” by Jon Kabat-Zinn, is available at the Yale Medical Co-op on York Street.  A set of two required cassette tapes or CDs are available from the course instructor.

Instructor Beth Roth, MSN, brings a wealth of knowledge and experience to this program.  She is a bilingual nurse practitioner with many years’ experience as a health care provider and meditation instructor.  She teaches meditation to patients with chronic and life-threatening illness and is a meditation consultant to hospitals, health centers, schools and other organizations throughout Connecticut.

PLEASE NOTE:  This is an experiential course.  Please make a sincere commitment to attend all class sessions and to devote 30 minutes per day, 6 days per week, to practicing the meditation techniques at home.  Please wear loose, comfortable clothing and bring to the first class a foam pad or blanket and $5.30 (check or cash) for the first cassette tape ($7.95 for CD). For more information, please contact YSN Student Affairs Office at 785-2389 or contact Beth Roth (203) 772-2335 or .

Schedule: 8 Friday morning sessions 9:00 - 11:00 am

Sept. 12, 19, 26, Oct. 3, 10, 17, 24, 31, 2008.

Location:  Yale School of Nursing, Room 105.

And Saturday Oct. 25, 2007.   9:00 am - 3:00 pm. Location TBA.

Registration

YSN Students: Add N715a to your course schedule and sign class list in Student Affairs Office.  All other Yale Graduate and Professional Students must register with your Registrar and by email to bethroth@snet.net.  For questions about the course, please contact Beth Roth at the above email address.

For a detailed description of this course see Yale Journal of Biology and Medicine Vol. 74, No. 4 (July-August 2001) “Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction at the Yale School of Nursing” pp. 249-258.

Join us Tuesday at 5PM to revitalize our maritime culture and to get to know one of the many local beaches, Sandy Point Beach in West Haven (three minute drive), oh yeah and swim, tan, play Frisbee, sing, and be merry. Directly across from the beach is a great restaurant/bar called Captain’s Galley to aid our beach bash festivity. 

For those wishing to carpool please meet at

at 5PM. All others, see directions below.   

 After the sandy fun we can all head to Seth and Jen’s for Mojito’s. 

 Note: If the weather does not hold we will have to postpone : ( 

 Second Note: Because the beach is near a wetland and intertidal flat you can see great CT wildlife around sunset and there’s a chance of seeing horseshoe crabs spawning. It’s the very very end of their season but they’ve been there everytime I’ve gone : )

 Directions: Take I-95 South to exit 44. Turn slight right onto Kimberly Avenue. Take a left onto First Avenue. First Avenue becomes Beach Street. Sandy Point will be on your left. Captain’s Galley is on the right.

 Cheers!

Kc