Stony Brook University News
Stony Brook University News
Stony Brook honors outstanding employees at second annual Stony Awards
Stony Brook University held its second annual Stony Awards on November 20 at Flowerfield in St. James, recognizing the contributions of its faculty, staff, and healthcare personnel.
Students make toys accessible for children with disabilities this holiday season
With the holiday season approaching, students from the Department of Biomedical Engineering (BME) have collaborated with student groups 3D PATH (Printing and Assistive Technology for Health) and VIP BEAR (Bioengineering Education, Application and...
Stony Brook hosts symposium empowering women in marine science
Stony Brook University recently hosted the Society for Women in Marine Science (SWMS) Symposium, gathering marine scientists from across the nation.
Be Well Fest 2024 promotes student health services with increased participation
Be Well Fest returned for its second year, aiming to introduce students to the various Student Health, Wellness, and Prevention Services in an engaging setting.
Study shows AI struggles with NYT Connections game despite advanced capabilities
A recent study led by Tuhin Chakrabarty, an assistant professor at Stony Brook's Department of Computer Science, in collaboration with researchers from Columbia University, has revealed insights into the capabilities of AI models when faced with...
Stony Brook study finds seasonal brain size change mechanism in common shrew
Research conducted by Stony Brook University has uncovered the seasonal changes in brain and body size of the Eurasian common shrew.
Stony Brook students explore abolition history at National Hall of Fame
On October 14-15, students from Stony Brook University's Living Learning Community, part of the Socially Just Seawolves (SJS) program, visited the National Abolition Hall of Fame and Museum in Peterboro, NY.
Rowan Ricardo Phillips shares insights into poetry at Stony Brook University
Last month, Rowan Ricardo Phillips, a Distinguished Professor at Stony Brook University, was acknowledged for his latest poetry collection, "Silver."
Dubins donate $10M to New York Climate Exchange; total impact reaches $20M
The New York Climate Exchange has announced a significant financial contribution from Glenn Dubin and Eva Andersson-Dubin, MD.
Carly Gomes named fellow at SUNY's Hispanic Leadership Institute
Carly Gomes, MD, an assistant professor of pediatrics at the Renaissance School of Medicine at Stony Brook University, has been named a fellow in the State University of New York (SUNY) Hispanic Leadership Institute (HLI) class of 2025.
Michael E. White named interim director at Stony Brook University's WRMI
Stony Brook University has appointed Michael E. White as the interim director of the Waste Reduction and Management Institute (WRMI).
Stony Brook University introduces new climate sciences major for Spring 2025
Stony Brook University is introducing a new major in Climate Sciences through its School of Marine and Atmospheric Sciences (SoMAS).
Staller Center hosts annual Messiah sing-along on December 8
Members of the University Orchestra, vocal soloists, and conductors will perform Handel’s Messiah at Stony Brook's Staller Center on December 8.
Stony Brook leaders featured at national higher education conference
Stony Brook University leaders played a significant role at the 2024 Association of Public and Land-Grant Universities (APLU) Annual Meeting held in Orlando, Florida.
Staller Center announces diverse Spring lineup for arts enthusiasts
The Staller Center for the Arts has announced its Spring 2025 lineup, offering a range of performances that include theater, music, and dance.
Researchers explore sustainable shelter options for Ukrainian refugees with 3D printing
Stony Brook University is leading an initiative to develop sustainable shelters for Ukrainian refugees using innovative 3D printing techniques.
Collaborative for the Earth's podcast explores interdisciplinary approaches to climate challenges
Stony Brook University's Collaborative for the Earth (C4E) is preparing to launch the second season of its podcast, "C4E Presents," in Spring 2025.
Gillibrand promotes cybersecurity scholarships at Stony Brook University
U.S. Senator Kirsten Gillibrand visited Stony Brook University to promote the DoD Cyber Service Academy scholarship program.
Youth summit aims to inspire future healthcare leaders
The Renaissance School of Medicine at Stony Brook University, in collaboration with its Black Men in White Coats chapter, hosted the second annual Black Men in White Coats Youth Summit on November 14.
Student-led mural brightens Stony Brook University's ECC building
A new mural has been unveiled at the Educational Communications Center (ECC) building at Stony Brook University, bringing a vibrant touch to the School of Communication and Journalism (SoCJ).
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William Floyd Celebrates the Olympics
This week, as Olympic fever swept across the globe, the William Floyd School District joined in the excitement with its own celebration of the Winter Games. While many of the world’s greatest athletes gathered in Milan Cortina, Italy, for the opening ceremony of the 2026 Winter Olympics, William Floyd Elementary School hosted a memorable version of its own Winter Olympics opening ceremony.
Coaches of the Year and the Team to Beat
The William Floyd varsity wrestling team continues to impress. Less than a month after winning the League I dual meet championship for the first time in more than 40 years, the William Floyd boys’ varsity wrestling team made history once again by capturing the League I Tournament title for the first time since the 2001–02 season.
Bellport Runs to States
Bellport High School’s girls varsity track and field 4x200-meter relay team is headed to the New York State Track and Field Championships after an impressive first-place finish at the Section XI State Qualifier. The state meet will be held on March 6 at the Ocean Breeze Athletic Complex, one of the premier indoor track facilities in the country.