Stony Brook University News

Stony Brook University News


Mar 29, 2025

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.

Mar 28, 2025

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.

Mar 28, 2025

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.

Mar 28, 2025

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.

Mar 28, 2025

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.

Mar 28, 2025

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.

Mar 28, 2025

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.

Mar 27, 2025

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.

Mar 27, 2025

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.

Mar 26, 2025

Amir Rahmati named senior member by National Academy of Inventors

Amir Rahmati, an assistant professor in the Department of Computer Science, has been named a senior member by the National Academy of Inventors (NAI).

Mar 25, 2025

Wolfie advances to round three in SUNY Mascot Madness tournament

Wolfie, the mascot of Stony Brook University, has secured a victory in the second round of the SUNY Mascot Madness tournament.

Mar 22, 2025

Stony Brook University celebrates AAPI heritage with diverse cultural events

Stony Brook University is set to celebrate Asian American and Pacific Islander (AAPI) Heritage Month this April, acknowledging the diverse culture of Asian Americans within its community.

Mar 22, 2025

Stony Brook University hosts NMDP donor drive amid rising demand for transplants

Every few minutes, someone in the United States is diagnosed with a blood cancer such as leukemia, lymphoma, or myeloma.

Mar 22, 2025

Staller Center names Katie Stockhammer as first assistant director

The Staller Center for the Arts has introduced a new leadership role, appointing Katie Stockhammer as its first assistant director.

Mar 22, 2025

Javits Foundation donates $1 million for largest endowment at SBU Libraries

The Marian B. and Jacob K. Javits Foundation has donated $1 million to establish the largest endowment for Stony Brook University (SBU) Libraries.

Mar 22, 2025

Stony Brook's Pathways to Healthcare bridges campuses through student engagement

Stony Brook University has seen a successful initiative in its "Pathways to Healthcare" program, which bridges the gap between its East and West Campuses.

Mar 22, 2025

Atacama telescope captures clearest view yet of early universe

Research conducted by the Atacama Cosmology Telescope (ACT) collaboration has produced unprecedented images of the universe's earliest moments, captured as cosmic microwave background (CMB) radiation.

Mar 22, 2025

Stony Brook's Wolfie advances in SUNY Mascot Madness

Wolfie, the mascot for Stony Brook University, has advanced to the second round of the SUNY Mascot Madness tournament.

Mar 22, 2025

Rowan Ricardo Phillips receives prestigious arts award

Stony Brook University’s Distinguished Professor Rowan Ricardo Phillips has been honored with the 2025 Arts and Letters Award by the American Academy of Arts.

Mar 22, 2025

Stony Brook coach Matt Senk reaches milestone with his 950th career win

Stony Brook University's head baseball coach, Matt Senk, has achieved his 950th career win.

Daily Feed

Sports

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.


Sports

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.


Local

The King is Back in the South Shore Press

The legendary Long Island journalist Karl Grossman’s latest column.