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Ashley Liegi named as returning fellow in SUNY civil discourse initiative
Ashley Liegi, assistant director in Stony Brook University’s Department of Student Community Development, has been named to the second cohort of the State University of New York (SUNY) Civil Discourse and Civic Education and Engagement Fellowship...
Stony Brook study links severe WTC dust exposure to higher lung cancer risk
A new study led by researchers from the Stony Brook World Trade Center (WTC) Health and Wellness Program has found a significant increase in lung cancer rates among 9/11 responders who experienced higher levels of toxic exposure at Ground Zero.
William Paca Middle School’s Bridge Crew supports incoming sixth graders
Each year, William Paca Middle School selects about 40 seventh- and eighth-grade students to join the Bridge Crew, a group established in the 2018-19 school year to support incoming sixth graders as they transition from elementary to middle school.
Priscilla Knapp Teich establishes endowment to boost research at Stony Brook Medicine
Priscilla Knapp Teich, a longtime supporter of Stony Brook University and Stony Brook Medicine, has created an endowed fund to advance research at the university’s medical school.
Stony Brook University opens International Student Center for global community
International students at Stony Brook University now have a dedicated space on campus with the opening of the International Student Center.
Stony Brook nursing faculty member wins Nurse of Excellence Award
Giselle Gerardi, an assistant professor at Stony Brook University School of Nursing, has received the Nurse of Excellence Award from the Nassau-Suffolk Hospital Council.
Stony Brook Southampton offers boat trip for campus community
Student Life at Stony Brook Southampton, in collaboration with the School of Health Professions and the School of Marine and Atmospheric Sciences, will hold a complimentary boat trip for students, faculty, and staff on Friday, October 10.
Stony Brook researchers develop selective privacy tool for blind users’ AI assistants
For blind and low-vision individuals, visual assistant applications such as BeMyAI and SeeingAI provide help with daily tasks by answering questions about images.
Stony Brook University opens Hispanic Heritage Month with calls for pride and reflection
The Spirit of Stony Brook marching band and mascot Wolfie led a parade across the Student Activities Center plaza to open Hispanic Heritage Month at Stony Brook University.
Adam Charboneau named inaugural SUNY Sustainability Faculty Fellow at Stony Brook
Adam Charboneau, a lecturer in sustainability studies at Stony Brook University’s School of Marine and Atmospheric Sciences (SoMAS), has been named one of the first State University of New York (SUNY) Sustainability Faculty Fellows.
Stony Brook University announces finalists for its 2025 Homecoming Court
Stony Brook University has announced the members of its 2025 Homecoming Court, continuing a tradition that began in 1984.
Grace Arnold shares award-winning biscuits through Stony Brook's Cooking from Home program
Grace Arnold, a first-year marine science major at Stony Brook University, introduced her award-winning biscuits to the campus community as part of the Cooking from Home program.
Stony Brook women’s basketball hosts fantasy camp for faculty and staff
Stony Brook University is inviting its faculty and staff to participate in a fantasy basketball camp hosted by the university’s women’s basketball team.
Brookhaven hosts second annual resource fair for veterans
The Town of Brookhaven Department of General Services, in collaboration with the Suffolk County Veterans Services Agency, organized the second annual Veterans Resource Fair on October 6 at Brookhaven Town Hall.
Study links higher WTC exposure to increased lung cancer risk in responders
A recent study led by researchers at the Stony Brook WTC Health and Wellness Program has found that World Trade Center (WTC) responders with higher levels of toxic exposure at Ground Zero after the September 11 attacks have a significantly...
Brookhaven completes resurfacing and drainage upgrades on Whiskey Road
The Brookhaven Town Highway Department has completed resurfacing a 2.3-mile section of Whiskey Road, stretching from Ridge Road in Ridge to County Road 21 in Middle Island.
Town of Brookhaven honors William Floyd High School students for academic excellence
Twelve students from William Floyd High School will be recognized by the Town of Brookhaven Hispanic Advisory Board for their academic performance.
Stony Brook mechanical engineering professors receive national honors for research contributions
Two faculty members from Stony Brook University's Department of Mechanical Engineering, Jeff Ge and Shikui Chen, have been recognized by the American Society of Mechanical Engineers (ASME) for their contributions to research in mechanical...
Stony Brook researchers receive $11 million NIH grant for sphingolipid-cancer study
An interdisciplinary team at Stony Brook University, led by Dr. Yusuf Hannun, has received an $11 million grant from the National Institutes of Health (NIH) to study sphingolipids (SLs) and their role in cancer.
Stony Brook announces schedule for Wolfstock Homecoming Festival
Alumni, students, faculty, staff, and other members of the Stony Brook University community are invited to participate in Wolfstock, the university’s 44th annual Homecoming festival.
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Record Setting Maggie McCormick Competes at Nationals
The Bay Shore Schools Board of Education recently recognized and congratulated girls varsity cross country standout Maggie McCormick for her outstanding achievements on the track and on the national stage. McCormick, who has committed to the University of Florida, was honored for her performance at the Nike Cross Country Nationals, one of the most prestigious high school running events in the country.
Ducks Have First Signing of 2026
The Long Island Ducks have announced the team’s first signing of 2026, welcoming Major League veteran outfielder Jacob Robson. Robson will begin his first season with the Ducks, his second in the Atlantic League, and his 10th season in professional baseball.
The King is Back in the South Shore Press
The legendary Long Island journalist Karl Grossman’s latest column.