Georgia Tech’s Faculty/Staff Newspaper • Vol. 36, No. 3 • February 7, 2011 WTHE histle ? ?ASK?? AWAY New Institute to Connect People, Technology

If I would like to To support the strategic plan’s roads where faculty, students, industry business institutions and the transformative make a suggestion focus on faculty-led, inter- partners, government partners and other role of technology in those enterprises is a to improve/change disciplinary and transforma- stakeholders meet to co-innovate, collabo- critical foundation for this new institute. rate and pave the road for Georgia Tech Moreover, her track record in bringing the sick leave tive research, Executive Vice ?? policy, who should research that addresses complex societal together diverse stakeholders to accom- I contact? President for Research Steve challenges,” Cross said. “IPaT will focus plish difficult interdisciplinary and transla- Cross has announced the launch on engaging the Tech community and our tional research and to provide solutions for Sharon Ray, director of of the Institute for People and external partners in far-reaching leader- today’s challenges is a prized asset for lead- benefits, is the person you Technology (IPaT). ship goals through its investment in unique ing an institute that will connect so many should contact. Ray can be research platforms, through our living labo- parts of the Georgia Tech community.” reached by e-mail at sharon. Similar to the ratories and datasets, through partnership The IPaT leadership team includes [email protected] or by Petit Institute for with Tech’s Enterprise Innovation Institute Deputy Director Jeff Evans, deputy direc- phone at 385-3890. Bioengineering and through alignment with the many tor of Georgia Tech Research Institute’s and Bioscience, ongoing research activities on campus.” (GTRI) Information and Communications If you have a Tech-related IPaT will catalyze IPaT will be led by Executive Director Laboratory. In addition to being a Tech question that you’d like Beth Mynatt, College of Computing profes- alumnus, Evans has been a research engi- answered, e-mail it to research activi- sor and former director of the GVU Center. neer for GTRI for more than 20 years, [email protected]. ties, create new economic develop- Mynatt is a renowned researcher in human- directing more than 70 successful external ment opportuni- computer interaction, health informatics sponsored research programs in networked ties and address and ubiquitous computing. She is a Sloan systems, performance applications and important societal and Kavli research fellow and serves on emerging wireless services. He has col- Beth Mynatt problems. It will Microsoft Research’s Technical Advisory laborated extensively across campus in EVENTS support various Board. Prior to joining the faculty in 1998, leading and supporting research efforts college research centers that collectively she was a member of the research staff at in the Georgia Centers for Advanced pursue transformations in healthcare, edu- Xerox PARC, working with the founder Communications Technology (GCATT) ARTS & CULTURE cation, consumer media and other complex of ubiquitous computing, Mark Weiser. and several interdisciplinary centers, estab- human enterprises by integrating advances Mynatt earned both her master’s and Ph.D. lishing network-based platforms and test February 12 in human-centered computing, architec- in computer science from Tech. beds to support a wide range of research The Ferst Center presents the Jon tural and digital design, policy and system “I’m thrilled that Beth has agreed to lead efforts. Evans will continue the develop- Faddis Jazz Orchestra of New York at the Institute for People and Technology,” ment of technology convergence test beds 8 p.m. Call 894-9600 for tickets. science and engineering. www.ferstcenter.gatech.edu “IPaT will create an innovation cross- Cross said. “Her vast understanding of the complexities inherent in today’s social and IPaT, continued on page 3 February 18 The Ferst Center presents Cirque Mechanics Boom Town at 8 p.m. Call 894-9600 for tickets. BuzzMart Launches www.ferstcenter.gatech.edu on Feb. 21 President Peterson February 19 The Ferst Center presents comedian If your daily duties include purchasing items for on Budget Cuts, Planning Margaret Cho at 8 p.m. Call 894-9600 your unit, life is about to get a little easier. for tickets. for Fiscal Year 2012 www.ferstcenter.gatech.edu The new eProcurement system, BuzzMart, will go live on G. P. “BUD” PETERSON February 23 Feb. 21, replacing Tech’s PeopleSoft campus requisition. PRESIDENT, GEORGIA INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY Campus MovieFest is giving film “The shift to BuzzMart, which has been in the planning equipment to students, faculty and stage for more than a year, is consistent with goal five in the With Governor Nathan Deal’s first budget proposal staff for one week to make their own 5-minute movies. Come to the Library Institute’s strategic plan,” said Rosalind Meyers, vice president now in the hands of state legislators, I wanted to take East Commons from noon to 5 p.m. of campus services. “BuzzMart will streamline the procurement the opportunity to give you an impression of how http://tinyurl.com/47m32vr and payment process, eliminate paperwork and allow Business these early projections are likely to impact Georgia Services to focus on value-added, strategic activities rather than CONFERENCES transactional activities.” Tech’s operations, both for the five months that & LECTURES The new system will offer the following benefits: remain in this fiscal year as well as next year’s cycle. • 24/7 Internet-based access February 8 • One-stop shopping experience On Jan. 12, the governor presented two The Georgia Tech Research and • Real-time processing proposals: an amendment to the Fiscal Innovation Conference will feature the Year 2011 budget, in which he reduced research of 400 graduate students. • Student and affiliate access the revenue estimate, and the Fiscal Year The event will be held from 2:30 • Electronic approval and workflow to 7:30 p.m. in the Student Center • No end-of-the-month reconciliation or invoices to organize 2012 budget that begins July 1, 2011. The Ballroom and the Ferst Center. revised revenue estimate means Georgia http://tinyurl.com/47qo5qk “From the user point of view, it’s all about customer ser- Tech’s overall state appropriation has been vice,” Meyers said. “BuzzMart will get an order placed faster, reduced by a total of 6 percent this cur- Nano@Tech welcomes Kathleen delivered faster, eliminate the excess paperwork that the PCard rent fiscal year, or more than $13 million. Ann Goonan, a visiting assistant requires and it can be accessed from any computer.” professor in the School of Literature, Fortunately, due to careful planning and When the system is launched, many of the top Tech ven- prudent budget forecasting, we anticipated Communication and Culture, on G. P. “Bud” Peterson “Nanotechnology in Science Fiction: dors, including Staples and Hewlett Packard, will be featured this and are reasonably well prepared to Uses, Projections, Perils and Delights” in BuzzMart as catalog suppliers. The prices in the catalogs absorb a cut of this size with minimal impact on our operations. at noon in room 1116, Marcus reflect Tech’s negotiated rates, and additional vendor catalogs While this reduction will require a permanent 1 percent budget Technology Building. will be introduced over time. www.nrc.gatech.edu Purchasers will now be designated one of four roles. BUDGET, continued on page 3

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February 8 6 Faculty Members Named AAAS Fellows Geoffrey Smith of the University of Georgia Tech’s dean of the College of Engineering and sor in the Department of Biomedical Engineering, was honored Georgia will lecture on “Laboratory “for significant contributions to our understanding of the role of Studies of the Chemical and Optical five other faculty members have been awarded the dis- hemodynamics in cardiovascular pathobiology and for leadership Transformations of Organic Aerosols tinction of Fellow by the American Association for the of engineering education nationally.” in the Atmosphere” at 4 p.m. in Advancement of Science (AAAS). room 3201A, Molecular Science and • Joseph W. Perry, professor of physical, polymer and materials Engineering Building. chemistry and optical science in the School of Chemistry and www.chemistry.gatech.edu AAAS is the world’s largest general scientific society, and the elec- Biochemistry, was honored “for distinguished contribution to the tion as a Fellow is an honor bestowed upon AAAS members by their understanding, development and application of organic materials February 9 peers. for third-order nonlinear optics.” David Kotz of Dartmouth College will The new Fellows at Georgia Tech consist of the following: present a lecture titled “Security and • Valerie Thomas, an associate professor of natural systems with Privacy in mHealth Systems.” The • Gilda A. Barabino, associate chair for graduate studies and profes- a joint appointment in the School of Industrial and Systems event will begin at 11 a.m. in suite 207, sor in the Department of Biomedical Engineering, was honored Engineering and the School of Public Policy, was honored “for Health Systems Institute. Lunch will be sustained commitment to combining science policy with innovative served at noon. www.hsi.gatech.edu “for distinguished contributions to tissue engineering research and education, as well as for enhancing the participation of underrepre- interdisciplinary research in industrial ecology.” • Zhuomin Zhang, professor in the School of Mechanical Michael Benedikt of the University of sented groups in scientific fields.” Texas at Austin will lecture on “The • Stephen P. DeWeerth, professor in the Department of Biomedical Engineering, was awarded the Fellow distinction “for advancing Art and Science of Some Architectural Engineering, earned the distinction “for contributions in the field thermal radiation research and its applications in temperature Phenomena” at 4 p.m. in the West of neuroengineering, particularly for the real-time modeling of sen- measurement, promoting education in nano- and micro-scale heat Architecture Building. transfer and serving professional societies.” www.coa.gatech.edu sorimotor systems and for the development of neural interfacing technology.” www.aaas.org The IMPACT Speaker Series presents • Don P. Giddens, dean of the College of Engineering and profes- Brian Cayce, principal of Gray Ghost Ventures, with a talk on “Investing for Impact,” at 4:30 p.m. in LeCraw Auditiorium, College of Management. www.mgt.gatech.edu Faculty Survey Seeks Input on Research Support February 14 In an effort to fulfill the commitment in Georgia Tech’s efficiency by finding ways to support quality of research while at the An Ivan Allen College lunch and strategic plan to “sustain and enhance excellence in same time easing the burden of administrative work on the faculty.” discussion on “Gender, Policy and scholarship and research,” the Office of the Executive Between now and Friday, Feb. 11, faculty are asked to complete the Institutional Impact at Georgia Tech” anonymous 15-minute survey. will be held at noon in President’s Suite Vice President for Research has initiated a faculty survey Results of the survey will be shared with faculty at a town hall C, Student Success Center. RSVP by designed to gather data for planning and implementing Feb. 9 to [email protected]. meeting later this spring. Faculty with questions about the survey faculty research support. should contact either Chet Warzynski, executive director of the Office Kerri Pratt of Purdue University will lec- of Organizational Development, at 894-1009, or Jonathan Gordon, ture on the “Chemistry of Atmospheric “We are committed to fostering a supportive work environment for director of the Office of Assessment, at 385-1419. Aerosols: Instrument Development, faculty research and specifically your research success,” said Executive The survey can be accessed at the following website: Aircraft Measurements and Modeling” Vice President for Research Steve Cross. “To that end, I have com- at 4 p.m. in room G011, Molecular Science and Engineering. missioned a study about the support needed for high-quality research http://tinyurl.com/4g66zz4 www.chemistry.gatech.edu across the Institute. The goal of the study is to increase research February 15 Herbert Lin, chief scientist at the Computer Science and Telecommunications Board, Nominations Sought National Research Council of the National Academies, will lecture on for Environmental Awards Library Purchases “Cyberattack as an Instrument of National Policy” at noon in the Student The Georgia Tech Earth Day committee seeks nomi- Nature Journals: Success Center. Lunch will be served. nations for two awards that recognize individuals or RSVP at http://tinyurl.com/682tpzg New Titles and Backfiles organizations that have demonstrated a commitment to February 16 making a positive impact on how people think about The IMPACT Speaker Series presents The Library is happy to announce that it has been Frank Blake, chairman and CEO of The and use the planet’s raw materials. able to purchase the Nature Journals, which are now Home Depot, at 4:30 p.m. in LeCraw available electronically from your computer. Auditiorium, College of Management. Members of the campus community are invited to submit nomina- www.mgt.gatech.edu tions for: The journals have been heavily requested by the Tech com- munity. Faculty, staff and students can access them from the FACULTY/STAFF • the Environmental Leadership Award (ELA), celebrating an indi- Library’s homepage via the GT Catalog (http://portal.library.gat- DEVELOPMENT vidual or group that has had a significant environmental impact via ech.edu); Find Articles/Databases (http://gtsearch.library.gatech. a long-term commitment, resulting in a body of exemplary work; edu/search); or eJournals (http://sfx.galib.uga.edu/sfx_git1/az). February 8 and/or Current issues of the following Nature titles are newly avail- The Office of Sponsored Programs • the Environmental Initiative Award (EIA), in honor of a particular will offer new faculty orientation to able to users: Nature Chemistry; Nature Communications; project by an individual or group that has had a significant envi- sponsored programs at 11 a.m. in the Nature Geoscience; Nature Methods; Nature Photonics; Nature ronmental impact within the past year, whether on campus or in Research Administration Building, 505 Protocols; Nature Reviews Drug Discovery; Nature Reviews the community at large. Tenth St. NW. www.osp.gatech.edu Genetics; Nature Reviews Immunology; Nature Reviews Molecular Cell Biology and Nature Reviews Neuroscience. February 10 Nominations will be accepted through March 6, and winners will The full list of Nature Publishing Group titles is also now The Office of Sponsored Programs will be recognized during the campus Earth Day celebration on Friday, available for Tech users. offer training on finding funding at 9 April 22. To see a list of past winners or obtain a nomination form, a.m. in the Research Administration visit the Earth Day website. Building. www.osp.gatech.edu http://portal.library.gatech.edu Events continue on page 3 www.earthday.gatech.edu/leadership.html

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New DoPP Executive Director Assumes Role February 22 years at the Boeing Company, serving in various positions, including The Office of Sponsored Programs will As of Jan. 24, Georgia Tech’s Division of Professional offer training on budgeting, budget jus- Practice (DoPP) has a new executive director. engineering/project manager, manager of engineering resources, dep- tification and templates at 1 p.m. in the uty site leader and corporate human resources executive as director Research Administration Building. In his new role, Patrick R. Antony, of enterprise university relations. He also served as director of human www.osp.gatech.edu who most recently served as assis- resources talent acquisition/development and global university rela- tant director of Career Services and tions and recruiting with the Terex Corporation of Westport, Conn. MISCELLANEOUS Cooperative Education at the University “Companies flock to Tech because they know the students are of Massachusetts Lowell, will develop taught by great faculty and are prepared to enter into the workforce February 10 and execute a strategic plan for the and immediately contribute to the organization,” he said. “The DoPP The Georgia Aquarium will open staff are recognized leaders in their field, and the experiential learn- exclusively to Tech students, faculty, department that advances experiential staff and alumni from 6 to 11 p.m. ing programs are often looked to as the gold standard other institu- Patrick R. Antony learning at Tech through partnerships Tickets for faculty, staff and guests are with faculty, academic administrators, tions aspire to. I feel honored and privileged to be part of this team of $16 in advance and $18 at the door. industry and other constituents. dedicated professionals that works with faculty members and helps to Purchase tickets at http://tinyurl. “Georgia Tech’s DoPP is not only home to one of the nation’s shape the leaders of tomorrow.” com/6eh745r oldest and most successful co-op programs, it is also very active in Antony earned a bachelor’s degree in aerospace engineering from California Polytechnic University, an MBA from Pepperdine February 11 providing students with various internship opportunities. We need The School of Computational Science University and an MS/Ph.D. in organizational psychology from to continue building on this strong foundation and are looking to and Engineering in the College of Patrick to help us do so,” said Ray Vito, vice provost for graduate and Alliant International University. He also holds an Executive Computing will host a convocation undergraduate studies. Leadership Certificate from the University of Notre Dame. event beginning with lunch at noon. www.cse.gatech.edu Aside from his work at UMass Lowell, Antony spent more than 27 www.profpractice.gatech.edu February 14 The Red Cross will host a blood drive in rooms 249 and 251, Campus Recreation Center, from 3 to 7 p.m. IPaT, continued from page 1 Use sponsor code “gatech” and reg- for IPaT, and his leadership will promote a broad set of research (GTRI/Enterprise Innovation Insitute[EI2]) will also play important ister at opportunities for a diverse group of government and industry interac- roles. IPaT will be supported by EI2’s Strategic Partners Office. www.redcrossblood.org tions with Tech. While in start-up mode, IPaT can be reached at [email protected]. Ron Hutchins (OIT), Bill Rouse (ISyE/COC) and Renu Kulkarni February 19 MIT alumni and their friends will gather for a stand-up comedy show spon- sored annually by the MIT Alumni Club of Atlanta. The show begins at 8 p.m. and will be held at the Gordon Biersch BUZZMART, continued from page 1 Brewery located at 848 Peachtree St. Currently, the system is being piloted by NE. Admission is $10 for alumni (and Housing and the School of Electrical and their guests who register in advance) Computer Engineering. and $15 for nonalumni at the door. “BuzzMart gets you the goods and services in www.drpetecomedy.com/mit a more efficient, effective manner. The ability to March 1 generate custom reports far exceeds the previ- March 1 is the deadline to apply for ous system,” said Bob Canada, the leader for the one of five $1,000 scholarships offered Housing Department pilot. “It will be the one- by the Tech Faculty Women’s Club. stop shopping system.” Undergraduates who have a parent or Employees must go through training to access guardian employed at Tech and who BuzzMart. Training will be based on the four have a GPA of 2.75 may apply at www.gtfwc.gatech.edu roles. Face-to-face training is available for all roles, while on-demand, Web-based training is The BuzzMart homepage. also available for shoppers and spend authority For a more comprehensive listing of events updated daily, visit approvers. “Shoppers” can access BuzzMart and add items to a shopping cart. www.gatech.edu/calendar. Training is ongoing and will be incorporated into the administrative “Requesters” are responsible for reviewing cart contents and entering system’s training schedule as a regular offering after the system is in accounting information. Requesters are allowed to self-approve orders production. that are less than $3,000. All others must be approved by the “spend authority approver” and/or a “financial approver.” http://procurement.gatech.edu CLASSIFIEDS

AUTOMOBILES/ BUDGET, continued from page 1 MOTORCYCLES reduction for each campus unit, we anticipated this and have planned tions, the elimination of new formula funding and the sun-setting of 2001 Acura Accord EX Coupe. Gold accordingly. As a result, you will probably see little or no impact. the federal stimulus funds will mean that without a tuition increase, with tan leather. Automatic. Meticu- lously maintained by Honda dealership. To date, we have managed budget reductions without substantially additional unit reductions will be needed in this next year to compen- 181,000 miles. $4,200. Original owner. impacting the quality of what we do for our students and for the peo- sate for these losses. E-mail [email protected]. ple of Georgia. However, every additional reduction makes this task Given an uncertain future, we are planning for a range of scenarios, increasingly difficult. We continue to keep our focus on our primary while working closely with student leaders and colleagues in the REAL ESTATE/ goal: to ensure that the quality of our academic and research pro- University System to maintain an open dialogue with our elected rep- ROOMMATES grams remains nationally competitive, even if it means taking undesir- resentatives. Most importantly, I intend to keep you informed at every able actions such as reducing course offerings, limiting our state busi- point in the process and to ensure that we remain true to our princi- Buckhead condominium 1BR/1BA with balcony (936 sq. ft.), 16th floor. ness outreach or capping enrollment growth. pal missions of education, research and service. Additional storage available. Immediate The Fiscal Year 2012 budget holds significant challenges for every- This extended period of financial austerity has been unlike any in access to GA-400. Short walk to one. The governor has recommended another 2.6 percent reduction my experience as a professor, a researcher or an administrator. In Buckhead MARTA and Terminus. Close to malls. Private parking, hardwood floor, in the base budget, which, if enacted, would bring Georgia Tech’s spite of this, I continue to be deeply moved by the spirit, dedication floor-to-ceiling windows, stainless steel total budget reduction to more than $87.5 million over four years — and passion exhibited by the members of the Georgia Tech communi- appliances, granite countertops, con- one-third of our 2009 state funding base. ty. It is a privilege to be able to tell the stories of the people who have cierge, fitness center, pool, spa, private lounge, wine cellar and valet. Available In addition, the governor has recommended no new formula fund- helped to shape our success. Jan. 1. $1,300/month. E-mail jennifer. ing for the University System — revenue needed to keep up with Thank you for your continued support, your hard work and dedica- [email protected]. enrollment growth as well as the operation of new facilities, including tion, and most of all your concern for our students and the well-being Classifieds continue on page 4 the Clough Undergraduate Learning Commons. The budget reduc- of this great institution.

THE WHISTLE • February 7, 2011 • PAGE 3 www.whistle.gatech.edu Community CLASSIFIEDS Two-story house w/ basement, 4BR/ 2.5BA. Off Hwy. 78 between Stone Recruiting Takes Director to Unusual Spots Mountain and Snellville, 24 miles from GT. Much desired Gwinnett Co./ Brookwood schools. Renovated, new As director of graduate programs What do you enjoy most about your job? systems, new carpet and SS appli- for the College of Management, Ann What do you enjoy least about it, and how do ances. Wooded and lovely fenced back you make the least-favorite aspect bearable? yard. MLS # 2934085. Reduced price Scott has taken recruiting trips for $179,900. Contact [email protected]. I enjoy working with students and seeing edu or [email protected]. the MBA program to destinations them grow as they go through the programs. ranging from England to Japan. I’m also very curious, so learning about their Professionally decorated/landscaped house near Northside/St. Joseph’s lives and what interests them is a lot of fun. Hospital. 4BR/3BA, library/office, gour- But her most memorable trip was to a place My least favorite aspect is graduation; I hate met kitchen, great entertainment space called Ekaterinburg, Russia. to see students leave. But, I get to know the and deck. Full basement. $2,600/mo.; $560K sale price. Contact georgeagar- “For 15 years, I’ve been involved with the next new class and make friends with them, [email protected] or marta.garcia@dev. Edmund Muskie Fellowship program that and keep in touch with our alums. gatech.edu or 404-275-5640. brings students from the former Soviet Union Ann Scott is director of graduate programs Very cool 2BR/1BA. $1,550, utilities to study in the United States,” she said. “In for the College of Management. What piece of technology could you not live included. End unit in quiet concrete Ekaterinburg, we visited a sign that marks without? building, hardwood parquet floor, the border between Europe and Asia — and I ing banking experience that actually led to a I have to have my laptop, but I dream about gated, tennis courts and pool. Glazed managed to have one foot in each continent. former boss hiring me to run an MBA pro- the days when I didn’t have e-mail. I didn’t porch doubles as separate dining gram at another university. area or office. Located very close to It was a memorable moment.” realize how slow and easy life was. Tech. Contact jude.leblanc@coa. Recently, The Whistle sat down with Scott Two MBA programs later, I came to Tech gatech.edu or 404-894-1883. to learn more about her experiences while in 1986, when the MBA degree was called What is the best place to grab lunch (on or “Master of Science in Management.” Since Apartment w/ large master BR, free working at Tech. Here’s what she said: off campus), and what do you order? Internet, walk-in closet, private bath then, I have expanded my original responsi- St. Charles Deli, because they have the best and hardwoods. Kitchen w/ new What are three things everyone should do bilities of admissions and recruiting to include chicken salad sandwich in the world. appliances, island. Patio/deck, park- student services, the Ph.D. program in man- ing, gated. Washer/dryer. $675/mo. while working at Tech? West midtown. 713-560-7460. Get a vegetable plate at Junior’s. Run agement and alumni relations for the college. What nonprofessional accomplishments are around the indoor track at the Campus you most proud of? 3BR/2.5BA townhouse for rent with What does your job entail? Having friendships that have lasted more fenced backyard. $1,200/month. For Recreation Center. Look at the older buildings additional info and contact numbers, on campus to see the architectural details. I have an open door policy with students than 40 years, reading more than 125 books go to tinyurl.com/3ypgpb2. and like to be easily accessible. All day, stu- per year — and having a drink with Leonard Did you always know that you wanted to be dents and faculty are in my office, on the Nimoy. I’m a Star Trek fan whose favorite Built in 2005, 3 BR/large bonus room/2.5 BA. 2,543 sq. ft. house on in your current line of work? phone or sending e-mails, asking for help with lamp is a replica of the Enterprise. cul-de-sac in quiet neighborhood. When I earned my MBA, working with an problems. I also manage the administrative Only $139K. Due to BRAC, seller MBA program and in higher education were functions of the graduate office in the college Where is your favorite place to go in the city pays $4,000 closing costs w/full-price on the weekend and why? offer closing on/before 02/28/11. not things that I imagined as a career path. I and work with departments all over campus Hardwoods, neutral plush carpet, pri- wanted a job in finance. However, it was hav- on curriculum and programming issues. My sofa — I am a lazy person at heart. vacy-fenced backyard, vaulted living and dining rooms, master and laundry on main. Only 17 miles from Tech off I-20. Enter MLS# 4152742 on realtor. com or call 678-504-1566 to view. RAMBLIN’ THROUGH TIME CEISMC Staff Member FURNITURE/ APPLIANCES The College Inn, Judith Winzurk Dies Like new Maytag commercial quality electric washer and dryer set w/ extra large dryer capacity and stainless tub. Better Known as ‘The Robbery’ Judith Ann DeVore Winzurk, a member of All hoses included and units look and the Center for Education Integrating Science, work perfectly! $550. Call 404-939- 1048. In honor of Tech’s 125th Mathematics, and Computing (CEISMC) staff, died on Jan. 29 at Hospice Atlanta. Like new, 3-piece Macy’s chocolate birthday year, we’re partnering microsuede queen sleeper sofa, chair with the Georgia Tech Alumni and storage ottoman. Sleeper bed She joined the staff of CEISMC in 2006, serving as an has never been slept on! $750. Call Magazine and Marilyn Somers, instructional technology support specialist evaluating 404-939-1048. director of Georgia Tech Living grant programs. Winzurk recently completed her doctoral Dinette set with six chairs. Rectangle History, to highlight a piece of education coursework and comprehensive examination at table (w/ leaf) measures approx. 66 in. Tech history. This issue’s topic: Kennesaw State University. by 40 in. In good shape. Medium oak with farmhouse style design. Pictures The Robbery. Winzurk began her career as an educator teaching in upon request. $100. Call 404-385- the metro-Atlanta area and worked 13 years in business 3898 or e-mail [email protected]. No, “The Robbery” wasn’t some and industry (IBM and Plato Learning) as an instructional edu. infamous prank pulled by mischievous technology consultant with school districts nationwide underclassmen. It was actually the nick- providing professional development and instructional MISCELLANEOUS name that students gave to the Institute’s support. Following that, she served as a program manager Free yellow jacket nest removal. Nests first bookstore, which was officially named “The College Inn.” at the Georgia Department of Education. to be used for research at Georgia She is survived by her husband, Brandon, MS CE 1993, Tech. Call 385-6311 or e-mail michael. “It opened in 1905 as a small commissary and eventually expanded into [email protected]. the bookstore,” Somers said. “The students thought the prices were too high. and their children, Zachary and Jordan. That is, they were getting robbed to shop there, so they began to refer to it as A memorial service was held for Winzurk on Feb. 3. Gorgeous Calico cat looking for a (Information originally published in the Gwinnett Daily good home. Gentle, loving tempera- ‘The Robbery.’” ment coupled with a playful person- The Robbery was locat- Post on Feb. 1, 2011.) ality. Please call Marlit Hayslett at ed where Junior’s is now. 404-550-2372 or e-mail her at marlit@ Books, school supplies, gatech.edu. toiletries and other items What are Your Plans? For sale: $45 Studio Nova Garden were sold in the shop. Bloom dish set. White background There was also a food It’s been almost six months since with floral design. Must see! 8 dinner the Strategic Plan launched, and dishes, bowls, coffee cups and sau- counter that served coffee, cers; 6 salad plates; a large vegetable sodas and sandwiches. we want to know what you are bowl, large round plate, serving bowl “Even today, some doing to implement the plan in your and creamer. Ask for picture. Please unit. Whether you are a faculty or contact [email protected] or alums talk about the call 404-385-7203. pimento cheese sand- staff member, if you would like to wiches, which were quite share your ideas, send an e-mail to Ads appear and run for three issues in [email protected]. the order in which they are received. good,” Somers added. E-mail submissions to [email protected]. www.whistle.gatech.edu THE WHISTLE • February 7, 2011 • PAGE 4