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Stony Brook University News


May 22, 2025

Stony Brook unveils new landmark letters enhancing campus spirit

Stony Brook University has introduced its new Landmark Letters, a significant addition to the campus aimed at enhancing school spirit and community identity.

May 21, 2025

Stony Brook shines at 2025 SUNY university address

Stony Brook University played a prominent role in the 2025 SUNY State of the University Address and Campus Showcase.

May 21, 2025

SBU alumni share career paths at sustainability panel

Stony Brook University held its annual Sustainability Studies Alumni Panel on April 23, coinciding with the Earthstock celebration.

May 21, 2025

Stony Brook Medicine honors HOPE Program students at graduation ceremony

Stony Brook Medicine recently celebrated the achievements of 77 high school students at the 2025 Health Occupations Partnership for Excellence (HOPE) Program Moving-Up and Graduation Ceremony.

May 21, 2025

Engineering students create innovative solution for injured sea turtle

A team of three female mechanical engineering students, Polina Bragina, Molly Rubin, and Anna Koulakova, have developed a 3D-printed vest to aid Chestnut, a sea turtle struggling with positive buoyancy due to an old injury.

May 20, 2025

Stony Brook University honors outstanding graduate scholars at annual awards ceremony

Stony Brook University held its annual Graduate Awards Ceremony on May 20 in the Student Union Ballroom.

May 20, 2025

Stony Brook celebrates Class of 2025 with commencement week brunch

Stony Brook University held a "Cap & Gown Brunch" on May 20 at the Student Activities Center’s Shore Club to honor the Class of 2025.

May 19, 2025

Origami Club's latest artwork finds new home at Health Sciences Library

The Origami Club's latest project has found a new home at the Health Sciences Library on East Campus.

May 19, 2025

Stony Brook alumni join prestigious National Academy of Sciences

Two alumni from Stony Brook University have been inducted into the National Academy of Sciences (NAS).

May 19, 2025

Catacosinos Fellowship awarded to three doctoral students in computer science

This month, three doctoral students from the Department of Computer Science have been honored with the Catacosinos Fellowship for Excellence in Computer Science.

May 19, 2025

Researchers explore why writers find large language models lacking

Researchers at Stony Brook University and Salesforce AI Research are investigating the reasons behind professional writers' dissatisfaction with Large Language Models (LLMs).

May 19, 2025

Christina Geraci reflects on ongoing connection with Stony Brook University

Alumna Christina Geraci, a 2004 graduate of Stony Brook University, has remained an active participant in university events for over two decades.

May 19, 2025

Stony Brook University strengthens collaboration with Brookhaven National Laboratory

For nearly thirty years, Stony Brook University (SBU) has fostered a collaborative relationship with Brookhaven National Laboratory (BNL), one of the nation's leading research facilities.

May 19, 2025

Stony Brook Venture Challenge showcases innovative tech startups

The Long Island High Technology Incubator (LIHTI) recently hosted the Spring 2025 Stony Brook Venture Challenge, where 14 startups presented their business ideas to a panel of judges.

May 19, 2025

Renaissance School celebrates graduation of new doctors ready for residency

The Renaissance School of Medicine (RSOM) at Stony Brook University held its 51st Convocation on May 19, marking the graduation of 133 students who received their Doctor of Medicine (MD) degrees.

May 19, 2025

Barry Barish elected to American Philosophical Society

World-renowned physicist Barry Barish has been elected as a member of the American Philosophical Society (APS).

May 19, 2025

Stony Brook recognizes seven faculty members with educational effectiveness awards

Seven faculty and staff members from various Stony Brook University colleges and schools have been honored with the Excellence in Educational Effectiveness Award.

May 19, 2025

Stony Brook Medicine adopts AI tech for enhanced heart disease diagnosis

Stony Brook Medicine has become the first healthcare provider on Long Island to implement HeartFlow Plaque Analysis, an artificial intelligence technology designed to improve the diagnosis of heart disease.

May 19, 2025

Stony Brook University supports freshman research in humanities through new funding

Stony Brook University is providing unique research opportunities for its first-year students in the humanities and social sciences.

May 19, 2025

South Shore Press Video Vault: SBM Medical Director of the Prostate Care Program, Dr. Howard Adler

The South Shore Press spoke to a leading prostate cancer medical professional on this type of cancer, what possible treatments are available for President Biden, and the importance of men getting regular screenings and colonoscopies.

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Sports

Is There a New Ace in Town?

The New York Mets have a new ace, and fantasy owners have been accustomed to viewing Freddy Peralta as a near-ace for some time. The move to a more pitcher-friendly park should help, but do not overreach, because the reality is that the lineup around him is roughly the same and the bullpen is likely worse at protecting his leads. Peralta has been a standout for years, and slotting him in as a high-value fantasy arm is easy. The question is just how high he should go.


Sports

Super Bowl Props - Sometimes Boring Pays

My early thinking on the Big Game centers around the belief that I have that both of these defenses will steal the show. The Seahawks have allowed just 68 points in their last seven games that were not against the Stafford–McVay Rams, while the Patriots’ run defense has allowed 87, 79, and 48 rushing yards in their last three games.


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Estate Planning for Second Marriages

In a second marriage, ensure that respective estates go where you want.