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Janet Hyunju Clarke honored with 2025 ALA Medal of Excellence for education initiative
Janet Hyunju Clarke, associate dean of research and learning at Stony Brook University Libraries, has been awarded the ALA Medal of Excellence Award.
William Paca Middle School students earn CPR certification through local partnership
Eighth-grade students at William Paca Middle School have earned their CPR certification through a collaborative effort with Mastic Ambulance and Stony Brook University Hospital.
Stony Brook hosts series for high school women exploring careers in STEM
As part of Women's History Month, Stony Brook University is actively engaging high school women in the fields of science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) through its High School Women in STEM Career Awareness Series.
Renaissance School of Medicine celebrates Match Day for graduating students
Students from the Renaissance School of Medicine at Stony Brook University celebrated their Match Day on March 21, marking the next step in their medical careers.
Quantum Networks Town Hall discusses advancements in U.S.-based initiatives
Five years ago, the quantum community gathered to create a vision for developing a quantum internet in the United States.
Stony Brook honors faculty reviewers contributing to research growth
The Office for Research and Innovation (OR&I) at Stony Brook University recently acknowledged the efforts of faculty members who have contributed to the peer review process for seed grant programs and limited competitions.
Stony Brook University celebrates faculty members named AAAS Fellows
Stony Brook University faculty members Gordon T. Taylor, Katherine B. Aubrecht, and Michael A. Bender have been appointed as 2024 American Association for the Advancement of Science (AAAS) Fellows.
Margaret Schedel joins ACE Fellows Program to develop leadership skills in higher education
Margaret Schedel, a professor at Stony Brook University’s Department of Music, is one of the 25 emerging academic leaders selected for the 2025-26 American Council on Education (ACE) Fellows Program.
Lawsuit accuses Freeport police of unconstitutional vehicle seizure scheme
A small village's police department is accused of running an unconstitutional vehicle seizure scheme that exploits motorists for profit. Plaintiff Phillip the Village of Freeport, Police Chief Michael Smith, JCB & Sons, Inc. (operating as Non-Stop Towing & Recovery), Jerome Bonomo, and an unnamed police officer referred to as Officer John Doe #1.
Stony Brook University celebrates 3 faculty named as AAAS Fellows
Stony Brook University has announced that three faculty members have been named 2024 Fellows of the American Association for the Advancement of Science (AAAS).
Former Rikers inmate sues NYC, alleging brutal assault due to negligence and understaffing
A former inmate has filed a lawsuit against the City of New York and unnamed correction officers, claiming he was brutally assaulted while in custody.
Wolfie reaches semifinal stage in SUNY Mascot Madness competition
Wolfie, the mascot of Stony Brook University, has progressed to the semifinals in the SUNY Mascot Madness competition.
Victor Canela honored with Norman R. McConney Jr. Award by SUNY
Stony Brook University student Victor Canela has been recognized with the Norman R. McConney Jr.
Town board honors retired Army Major Paul Willms for his service
Prior to the town board meeting on March 25, Supervisor Dan Panico and the Brookhaven Town Board in Farmingville, NY recognized Retired Army Major Paul Willms for his military service.
Brookhaven honors local women with recognition awards
Supervisor Daniel J. Panico and the Brookhaven Town Board recently honored the recipients of the 2025 Women's Recognition Awards during the 39th Annual Women's Recognition Night at Brookhaven Town Hall.
William Floyd High School students provide salon services to local police officers
William Floyd High School's senior cosmetology students recently hosted officers from the Suffolk County Police Department's 7th Precinct.
Former employee files discrimination lawsuit against El Al Israel Airlines
A former employee has filed a lawsuit against El Al Israel Airlines Ltd., Kenny Rozenberg, Omry Cohen, and Mordechay Elmaliah, alleging extensive workplace discrimination and retaliation.
Former employee files pregnancy discrimination lawsuit against Bethpage Car Wash
A former employee has filed a lawsuit against Nilkhant 2 Car Wash, LLC, also known as Bethpage Car Wash, along with Rakeshbhai Patel, Darpan Patel, and Ronak Patel, alleging discrimination and wrongful termination following her pregnancy.
Stony Brook medical students begin residencies nationwide following successful Match Day
130 students from the Renaissance School of Medicine (RSOM) at Stony Brook University are preparing to start their residency training across New York State and the nation.
William Floyd school community hosts K-12 STEAM symposium
The William Floyd school community is invited to the K-12 STEAM Symposium on Thursday, April 10, from 6 pm to 8 pm at the William Floyd High School west gym.
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Stony Brook students blend fitness and ecology in 3K EcoWalk
Stony Brook University students participated in the "Running Wild 3K EcoWalk," a new Earthstock event conducted on April 21 at the Ashley Schiff Preserve.
Twisted Cycles’ motorcycle audio showdown returns to Long Island: ‘It’s not all about volume’
Twisted Cycles’ annual motorcycle audio competition is returning Sunday, June 29, with a larger venue and hopes of drawing a bigger crowd to Scott’s Pointe in Calverton.
Brooklyn man sues NYPD over injuries from alleged police vehicle collision
A Brooklyn man has filed a lawsuit against the City of New York and several NYPD officers, alleging excessive force, defamation, and civil rights violations.