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William Floyd High School students collect environmental data at local river sites
William Floyd High School science students recently took part in the annual “A Day in the Life” project at Forge River Marina and Osprey Park.
Undergraduate honored for Parkinson’s disease research at Stony Brook University
Mariami Kochiashvili, an undergraduate double majoring in biology and psychology at Stony Brook University, has been named the URECA researcher of the month for November.
Stony Brook University holds annual march against domestic violence
Dozens of students, staff, and community members gathered at Stony Brook University on October 29 for the annual “Take a Stand/Walk With Me” march to raise awareness about relationship and domestic violence.
Karen Levitov leads Zuccaire Gallery's educational mission at Stony Brook University
Since 2014, Karen Levitov has served as director and curator of the Paul W. Zuccaire Gallery at Stony Brook University, where she emphasizes education and social relevance in her approach to curating exhibitions.
Stony Brook University hosts Native American Heritage Month panel and art exhibition
Stony Brook University will mark Native American Heritage Month with a public event on Wednesday, November 12.
AI Innovation Institute to host seminar on information-theoretic approaches in machine learning
The AI Innovation Institute (AI3) is set to host a seminar featuring Professor Meir Feder from Tel-Aviv University on Monday, November 10.
Stony Brook University launches first Back the Brook crowdfunding event for students
On November 19, Stony Brook University will launch its first Back the Brook event, a 24-hour crowdfunding campaign aimed at supporting student clubs, organizations, and athletic programs.
William Floyd and Paca middle schoolers explore Van Gogh exhibit at NY Botanical Gardens
Eighth grade art students from William Floyd Middle School and William Paca Middle School visited the New York Botanical Gardens in the Bronx to experience the "Van Gogh’s Flowers" exhibit.
Stony Brook University draws record attendance at annual Light the Brook celebration
Stony Brook University hosted its eighth annual Light the Brook event on November 3, marking the beginning of the holiday season with a record number of attendees.
Stony Brook University town hall launches initiative for cross-campus strategic planning
Stony Brook University President Andrea Goldsmith hosted a town hall on October 21 at the Bauman Center for Leadership and Service, bringing together about 100 students, staff, faculty, and leaders from both the main campus and Stony Brook...
New research confirms Nanotyrannus is not a young Tyrannosaurus rex
For years, scientists believed that Nanotyrannus, a dinosaur discovered in the 1940s, was simply a young Tyrannosaurus rex.
New research shows Nanotyrannus is not a young Tyrannosaurus rex
A new study published in Nature challenges the long-held belief that Nanotyrannus was simply a juvenile Tyrannosaurus rex.
Stony Brook University Hospital earns national recognition from Healthgrades for specialty medical care
Stony Brook University Hospital (SBUH) has been recognized by Healthgrades for its clinical care in stroke, cardiac, and joint replacement services.
William Floyd boys’ cross country team qualifies for state after strong season
The William Floyd High School boys’ varsity cross country team has completed its regular season with a 4-1 record, securing a place in the county championship at Sunken Meadow State Park.
William Floyd High School Barbering Academy offers free haircuts to middle school students
The William Floyd High School Barbering Academy has started offering free haircuts and shape ups to students at William Paca Middle School and William Floyd Middle School.
Stony Brook University study links adolescent sleep habits to future heart health
A recent study led by researchers at Stony Brook University’s Program in Public Health has found that sleep habits during adolescence can predict cardiovascular health in young adulthood.
Stony Brook alumnus Martin Horstman expands children's gaming platform after acquisition
Martin Horstman, a 2006 graduate of Stony Brook University, has seen his childhood passion for video games evolve into a global platform aimed at children.
Stony Brook study links adolescent sleep habits with future heart health
A recent study led by Stony Brook University researchers has found that adolescents who maintain earlier, more efficient, and regular sleep patterns are more likely to have better cardiovascular health as young adults.
Stony Brook University TV writing students win awards at Austin Film Festival
Two students from Stony Brook University’s MFA in Television Writing Program have received top honors at the 2025 Austin Film Festival, a prominent event for screenwriting and storytelling in film and television.
Stony Brook professors to discuss neutrino physics and aging at Provost’s Lecture Series
Two SUNY Distinguished Professors, Chang Kee Jung and Clinton Rubin, will speak at the upcoming Provost’s Lecture Series event on November 20 at 7 p.m. in the Charles B. Wang Center Theater at Stony Brook University.
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Stony Brook students blend fitness and ecology in 3K EcoWalk
Stony Brook University students participated in the "Running Wild 3K EcoWalk," a new Earthstock event conducted on April 21 at the Ashley Schiff Preserve.
Suffolk County on the hook for $112 million after losing lawsuit
Suffolk County is on the losing end of a $112 million jury award involving 674 immigrants that were unlawfully held and handed over to Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE).
Holocaust Center calls on second generation to carry torch
Holocaust survivors are looking to the second generation to combat hate and intolerance.