Two departments from the College of Arts and Sciences at Stony Brook University, the Department of Chemistry and the Department of Physics and Astronomy, collaborated for a new event on December 9. The inaugural Chemistry and P&A 5K Challenge saw participation from about 60 individuals despite wet weather conditions. The race commenced between LaValle Stadium and the Dubin Family Athletic Performance Center.
David Wrobel, dean of the College of Arts and Sciences, praised the event stating, “Congratulations to the Department of Physics and Astronomy on their victory in this exciting inaugural 5K competitive event with the Department of Chemistry. Really, though, it’s a victory for both departments, as well as for the College of Arts and Sciences and for Stony Brook as a whole, when our academic departments nurture good relations and strong partnerships through healthy and fun competition. On behalf of the College, thanks to all the faculty, postdocs, and student participants, and to the event organizers for spearheading such an event.”
Chang Kee Jung, distinguished professor and chair of the Department of Physics and Astronomy commented on its purpose: “This event is meant to promote inter-departmental collaboration and socialization, and to contribute to the positive campus atmosphere. I hope that this will become a wonderful tradition on the Stony Brook campus.”
Post-race activities included awarding medals followed by celebrations at The Bench.
The results for various categories were announced:
- 1st Place Female: Jennifer Cano (P&A)
- 2nd Place Female: Melanie Cragan (Chemistry)
- 3rd Place Female: Roxanne Brockner (Chemistry)
- 1st Place Male & non-binary: Josh Martin (P&A)
- 2nd Place Male & non-binary: Sergey Syristin (P&A)
- 3rd Place Male & non-binary: Andrea Palermo (P&A)
Additional categories recognized specific achievements such as fastest female faculty under 40 awarded to Jen Cano from P&A.