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William Floyd students collaborate across grade levels in cooking activity
Students from William Floyd Elementary School and William Floyd High School recently participated in a joint cooking activity.
Stony Brook leaders highlight importance of coordinated advocacy at national APLU meeting
Stony Brook University leaders participated in a national panel at the 2025 Association of Public & Land-Grant Universities (APLU) Council on Governmental Affairs and Council on Research Joint Summer Meeting.
Three Stony Brook University graduate students awarded SUNY/OMH mental health scholarships
Three graduate students from Stony Brook University have been selected for the SUNY/OMH Scholarship Program, joining 15 other State University of New York (SUNY) students who are pursuing degrees in mental health fields.
Stony Brook awards travel grants to 22 faculty for global research presentations
Twenty-two faculty members from Stony Brook University’s College of Arts and Sciences and School of Marine and Atmospheric Sciences have been awarded grants through the President’s Distinguished Travel Grants program.
Black And Latino Initiative builds community at Stony Brook University
The Black and Latino Initiative at Stony Brook University is a student-led mentorship and leadership program that aims to build a stronger sense of community and support for Black and Latino students.
Stony Brook partners on film screening during Climate Week NYC
A new documentary film screening will take place during Climate Week NYC, organized by The New York Climate Exchange in partnership with Stony Brook University and the Science Communication Lab/Wonder Collaborative.
Pamela Abshire named chair of electrical engineering at Stony Brook University
Pamela Abshire has been appointed chair of the Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering at Stony Brook University’s College of Engineering and Applied Sciences, with her term beginning on September 1, 2025.
Tips offered for easing student anxiety during back-to-school season at Stony Brook
As students prepare to return to campus, many are experiencing a range of emotions from excitement to anxiety.
Andrea Goldsmith begins tenure as Stony Brook University president
Stony Brook University welcomed its new president, Andrea Goldsmith, who began her tenure on campus last week.
Stony Brook professor joins international team studying probabilistic paths in quantum field theory
Stony Brook University Professor Nikita Nekrasov has been named a Principal Investigator in the newly launched Simons Collaboration on Probabilistic Paths to Quantum Field Theory.
Suffolk County Community College announces fall theatre season lineup
Suffolk County Community College has announced its Theatre Arts Program and Lively Arts Series schedule for the fall 2025 season.
William Floyd schools adopt new policy limiting student device use starting September
Beginning in September, William Floyd School District will implement a new policy restricting the use of internet-enabled devices for all K-12 students.
William Floyd School District adopts new rules restricting student use of internet-enabled devices
The William Floyd School District has established a new policy that restricts students from using internet-enabled devices during the school day on school grounds.
Stony Brook professor joins global team advancing probabilistic approach to quantum field theory
Stony Brook University announced that Professor Nikita Nekrasov from the Department of Physics and Astronomy has been named a Principal Investigator in the newly launched Simons Collaboration on Probabilistic Paths to Quantum Field Theory.
President Goldsmith addresses graduates at BNL internship closing ceremony
Stony Brook University President Andrea Goldsmith delivered the keynote address at the Brookhaven National Laboratory (BNL) Summer Internship Closing Ceremony on August 7.
Long Island SCOPE Hosts Education Leaders
Long Island’s public school educational leaders attended SCOPE Education Services’ 40th Annual Dinner Meeting for school superintendents and newly elected Board of Education trustees.
Stony Brook Medicine hosts cooking classes for children using rooftop farm produce
More than a dozen children participated in cooking and nutrition classes at Stony Brook Medicine, where they learned about healthy eating habits and how to prepare meals using fresh produce.
Afghan teens find opportunity through Stony Brook's Pre-College Summer Program
Two Afghan teenagers, Tabby Hooram and Fatima Rajaye, recently participated in Stony Brook University’s Pre-College Summer (PCS) program, gaining exposure to college-level coursework and campus life.
Stony Brook University receives grant for faculty community focused on AI ethics
A team at Stony Brook University has been awarded a $55,000 grant from the State University of New York’s Innovative Instruction Technology Grants (IITG) program.
Stony Brook professor examines economics behind growing U.S. immigrant detention system
Nancy Hiemstra, an associate professor in Women’s, Gender, and Sexuality Studies at Stony Brook University, has released a new book examining the economic drivers behind the U.S. immigration detention system.
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Record Setting Maggie McCormick Competes at Nationals
The Bay Shore Schools Board of Education recently recognized and congratulated girls varsity cross country standout Maggie McCormick for her outstanding achievements on the track and on the national stage. McCormick, who has committed to the University of Florida, was honored for her performance at the Nike Cross Country Nationals, one of the most prestigious high school running events in the country.
Ducks Have First Signing of 2026
The Long Island Ducks have announced the team’s first signing of 2026, welcoming Major League veteran outfielder Jacob Robson. Robson will begin his first season with the Ducks, his second in the Atlantic League, and his 10th season in professional baseball.
The King is Back in the South Shore Press
The legendary Long Island journalist Karl Grossman’s latest column.