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Stony Brook offers new online course on understanding climate change
Stony Brook University is offering a new one-credit online course this spring to help students understand climate change.
Stony Brook alumnus establishes scholarship fund honoring late wife
David Arpi, a Stony Brook University alumnus, has established an endowed scholarship fund in memory of his late wife, Natalie Gubb.
NSF funds $2 million program for disadvantaged ECE students at Stony Brook University
Mónica Bugallo and her team have secured a $2 million grant from the National Science Foundation (NSF) to support disadvantaged students in Electrical and Computer Engineering (ECE).
William Floyd High School hosts industry experts for student insight
The William Floyd High School "Real Estate Reality" class recently hosted three professionals from the real estate industry.
Students adapt holiday toys for children with disabilities
Stony Brook University students and local non-profit organizations collaborated to adapt toys for children with disabilities.
Stony Brook PhD student wins prestigious award for conservation efforts
Stony Brook University doctoral student Florence Aghomo has been awarded the Young Women in Conservation Biology Award by the Society for Conservation Biology Africa Region.
Stony Brook student receives award for conservation biology contributions
Stony Brook University doctoral student Florence Aghomo has been awarded the Young Women in Conservation Biology Award by the Society for Conservation Biology's Africa Region.
Stony Brook University reflects on significant events and achievements in 2024
Stony Brook University has experienced a notable year in 2024, marked by significant events and achievements.
Food Lab introduces immunity workshop series with Nadia Ernestus
The Food Lab at Stony Brook Southampton is introducing a workshop series titled "Boost Your Immunity Naturally," which will be led by health coach and educator Nadia Ernestus.
1M awarded for climate resilience projects in New York Metro area
Nearly a dozen communities on Long Island, in the Bronx, and Westchester County are among those benefiting from more than $1 million in resilience planning support grants.
Toys for Tots partners with elementary school to spread holiday cheer
Kindergarten students at Nathaniel Woodhull Elementary School recently enjoyed a special event thanks to the efforts of Toys for Tots and a surprise visit from Santa Claus.
Ja'Quan Thomas honored as high school football offensive player of the year
William Floyd High School junior Ja’Quan Thomas has been recognized as the "High School Football Offensive Player of the Year" by the New York Jets and Gatorade.
William Floyd Middle School aids African school with new water well
William Floyd Middle School (WFMS) has been recognized for its successful fundraising campaign to build a clean water well in Africa.
Moriches Elementary hosts annual holiday rock concert with festive performances
Moriches Elementary School recently held its annual Holiday Rock Concert, an event that has become a cherished tradition.
Stony Brook University shares 2024 highlights through photography
This year marked another memorable period for Stony Brook University, with its most unforgettable moments captured in a collection of photos from 2024.
Radu Laza joins prestigious list as AMS fellow for contributions to mathematics
Radu Laza, a professor in the Department of Mathematics, has been elected to the 2025 class of Fellows of the American Mathematical Society (AMS).
Elementary students connect with Antarctic researcher via virtual session
Tangier Smith Elementary School third graders recently had a virtual meeting with Jared Collins, a William Floyd High School alumnus and current doctoral student at the University of Colorado, Boulder.
Stony Brook alumni establish scholarship to aid engineering and atmospheric sciences students
Frank and Michele Fischer, alumni of Stony Brook University, have chosen to support current students and the Stony Brook Cancer Center through endowed funds.
Scientists reveal new cooperative behaviors in quantum optics study
A research team led by Dominik Schneble, a professor at Stony Brook University's Department of Physics and Astronomy, has made significant advancements in the field of quantum optics.
William Floyd basketball honors late coach Darrell Sumpter with win
The William Floyd Colonials boys' varsity basketball team recently paid tribute to their late assistant coach, Darrell Sumpter, with a victory against Longwood.
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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.
Brooklyn man sues NYPD over injuries from alleged police vehicle collision
A Brooklyn man has filed a lawsuit against the City of New York and several NYPD officers, alleging excessive force, defamation, and civil rights violations.
Paraplegic man and witness sue NYPD alleging excessive force at Brooklyn park event
Two community organizers have filed a lawsuit against the City of New York alleging excessive force by NYPD officers during a peaceful event at Wingate Park in Brooklyn.