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Feb 18, 2025

Stony Brook podcast expands reach through WUSB radio broadcast

C4E Presents, a podcast from Stony Brook's Collaborative for the Earth (C4E), is now available on WUSB 90.1 FM and 107.3 FM.

Feb 17, 2025

Paul Shepson documents changing Arctic culture amid climate challenges

Since 1988, Paul Shepson has dedicated his career to studying the Arctic's natural atmosphere and the lives of its inhabitants.

Feb 17, 2025

Stony Brook student joins inaugural SUNY internship program

Stony Brook University student Marzia Amin has been selected as one of nine students statewide to join the inaugural cohort of the State University of New York (SUNY) Educational Opportunity Program (EOP) Career Development Internship Program.

Feb 14, 2025

Musical 'Underground' premieres at Stony Brook Southampton's Avram Theater

Stony Brook Southampton recently hosted the Long Island premiere of "Underground: Hear the Sound of Freedom" at the Avram Theater.

Feb 14, 2025

PhD graduate Amanda Rowe recognized as finalist for dissertation award

Amanda Rowe, a recent PhD graduate from Stony Brook University’s Interdepartmental Doctoral Program in Anthropological Sciences, has been named a finalist for the Chancellor’s Distinguished Dissertation Award.

Feb 14, 2025

Stony Brook leaders urge Congress to address NIH grant caps and hospital funding

On February 12, William Wertheim, Executive Vice President of Stony Brook Medicine, traveled to Washington D.C. with SUNY Chancellor John B. King, Jr. to discuss pressing federal issues with New York's congressional representatives and staff.

Feb 13, 2025

Stony Brook University's CELT launches new international education journal

The Center for Excellence in Learning and Teaching (CELT) at Stony Brook University has announced the launch of a new international journal, the International Journal of Transformative Teaching and Learning in Higher Education (IJTTL).

Feb 12, 2025

Stony Brook innovators honored on National Inventors' Day

The Office for Research and Innovation, along with Intellectual Property Partners (IPP), took the opportunity on National Inventors’ Day to honor the contributions of Stony Brook University inventors.

Feb 12, 2025

Stony Brook hosts inaugural B.R.I.D.G.E.S., promoting interdisciplinary research among graduates

The inaugural B.R.I.D.G.E.S. Cross-Departmental Graduate Research Conference took place on January 30 at Stony Brook University's Student Activities Center, marking a significant milestone for graduate students across various departments.

Feb 11, 2025

Stony Brook hosts grant writing workshop with NEH & ACLS experts

The Humanities Institute at Stony Brook University is organizing a regional grant application writing workshop on February 27.

Feb 11, 2025

Artisan market at Stony Brook University highlights student creativity

Stony Brook University is set to host a new Artisan Market, organized by the Auxiliary Services Association (ASA) Department of Engagement and Guest Experience.

Feb 10, 2025

Neurosteroids linked to reduced sweet taste preference: Stony Brook University study

Researchers at Stony Brook University have explored the influence of neurosteroids on taste preferences using a laboratory brain model.

Feb 10, 2025

AI-grid project seeks resilience in power systems through advanced technology

Peng Zhang, a professor at Stony Brook University’s Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering, is leading an AI-grid project to enhance the resilience of power grids.

Feb 10, 2025

Rhona Tarrant delivers lecture on open source investigations into conflict

Rhona Tarrant, executive editor of CBS News Confirmed, is set to deliver the annual Marie Colvin Distinguished Lecture on February 26.

Feb 10, 2025

Lauren Brookmeyer elected chair of APLU's Council on Governmental Affairs

Stony Brook University has taken a significant step in the Washington, DC higher education community with the election of Lauren Brookmeyer as chair of the Association of Public and Land-grant Universities’ (APLU) Council on Governmental Affairs...

Feb 6, 2025

Arts seed grants awarded: Over 20 projects receive funding

More than 20 projects have received funding through the Faculty in the Arts, Humanities and Lettered Social Sciences (FAHSS) program.

Feb 5, 2025

Stony Brook University announces finalists for 2025 Discovery Prize

Three faculty members from Stony Brook University have been selected as finalists for the 2025 Stony Brook Foundation Discovery Prize.

Feb 5, 2025

Centre ValBio aids firefighting efforts in Madagascar's Ranomafana National Park

A fire in Madagascar's Ranomafana National Park recently posed a significant threat to rare species of lemurs and other wildlife.

Feb 5, 2025

Experts discuss ethics in generative artificial intelligence at Stony Brook webinar

Stony Brook University recently hosted a webinar exploring the interplay of innovation, creativity, ethics, and artificial intelligence.

Feb 5, 2025

Stony Brook University rises to No. 84 in global physical sciences ranking

Stony Brook University has made significant progress in the Times Higher Education World University Rankings by Subject for 2025, achieving its highest position since 2016 in the field of physical sciences.

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Sports

Heavy Police Presence at William Floyd Varsity Girls' Track Meet

As more and more attention has been thrust upon the William Floyd Girls’ Track Team, so has the caution within the William Floyd School District.


Former employee accuses Halmar of wrongful termination over FMLA leave request

A former employee has filed a lawsuit against Halmar International, LLC., alleging wrongful termination in violation of the Family Medical Leave Act (FMLA).


Local

No Joke: A Family Camped Out at Midnight for Selden Chick-fil-A's Grand Open

The chain's latest restaurant to hit Long Island is located at 949 Middle Country Road.