Stony Brook University News
Stony Brook University News
Stony Brook therapists highlight benefits of personalized music and art therapy
Kara Gerstein and Angela Reis have joined Stony Brook Medicine's Functional Therapeutic Activities department, where they apply their expertise in music and art therapy at Stony Brook University Hospital’s psychiatric ward.
Anthropologists share insights at Stony Brook University's Provost's Lecture Series
Stony Brook University's Provost's Lecture Series recently featured two distinguished anthropologists, Lawrence Martin and Patricia Wright.
Stony Brook University's chef wins national award at NACUFS Culinary Challenge
Every day, students at Stony Brook University benefit from the culinary expertise of a national champion.
Student receives $10K grant from NASA for Venus exploration project
Edwin Tan, a mechanical engineering student at the College of Engineering and Applied Sciences, has been awarded a $10,000 grant to support his team's project proposal in NASA's L’SPACE training program.
Stony Brook alumnus Nasir Stovall joins elite Schwarzman Scholars
Nasir Stovall, a 2021 graduate of Stony Brook University, has been selected for the 10th class of Schwarzman Scholars.
Stony Brook University researchers create large database for career identity study
Researchers at Stony Brook University have developed the largest database for studying career identity using social media biographies.
RedShred secures $1.8M contract from U.S. Air Force for AI project
RedShred, a company specializing in AI-powered text analytics and document understanding, has secured a $1.8 million Phase II Small Business Technology Transfer Research (STTR) contract from the U.S. Air Force.
Marie Colvin Center director on distinguished lecturer: 'She's a leader in open-source intelligence'
Rhona Tarrant, executive editor of CBS News Confirmed, will present this year’s Marie Colvin Distinguished Lecture on Wednesday, Feb. 26, at Stony Brook University.
Stony Brook celebrates diversity through cultural events and initiatives
The Finance & Administration Alliance for Culture, Diversity & Inclusion at Stony Brook University has been active since the beginning of the year, organizing events to bring together the division's employees and celebrate their diverse cultural...
New York teacher John Melandro receives Milken Educator Award
John Melandro, a fifth-grade teacher at Tangier Smith Elementary School in Mastic Beach, New York, has been honored with the Milken Educator Award.
Stony Brook hospital earns Level One accreditation for geriatric emergency care
Stony Brook University Hospital's Emergency Department has been awarded Level One Accreditation for Geriatric Emergency Care by the American College of Emergency Physicians.
Craig Lehmann remembered for contributions to health education
The Stony Brook Medicine community mourns the loss of Craig Lehmann, PhD, CC (NRCC), FACB, a notable clinical chemist and innovator who passed away on January 26.
Stony Brook receives funds for solar projects under environmental bond act
Stony Brook University is set to receive funding to design and construct solar photovoltaic (PV) arrays across its campus.
Stony Brook University’s physics students earn national recognition for third straight year
The Stony Brook University chapter of the Society of Physics Students (SPS) has been recognized as an Outstanding Chapter for the 2023-24 academic year.
Stony Brook University awards $500K for AI research projects
Thirteen teams from Stony Brook University have been awarded funding through the institution's AI Seed Grant Program.
Frey Hall installs new video wall offering dynamic content
Over the winter break, a new video wall was installed in the lobby of Frey Hall.
Andrea Goldsmith named seventh president of Stony Brook University
Andrea Goldsmith has been appointed as the seventh president of Stony Brook University, receiving unanimous approval from the State University of New York (SUNY) Board of Trustees.
Study finds similarities between whale calls and human speech
On February 20, 2025, a study was published in Science Advances by Mason Youngblood, a Postdoctoral Fellow at Stony Brook University’s Institute for Advanced Computational Science.
Andrea Goldsmith appointed seventh president of Stony Brook University
Andrea Goldsmith has been appointed as the seventh president of Stony Brook University, as announced by The State University of New York (SUNY) Board of Trustees Chairman Merryl H. Tisch and SUNY Chancellor John B. King, Jr.
Darwin Day event explores evolution impacts at Chernobyl and Fukushima
Stony Brook University’s Department of Ecology and Evolution recently hosted a Darwin Day event focusing on the evolutionary impacts of nuclear fallout in regions like Chernobyl and Fukushima.
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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.