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William Floyd High School students create leprechaun traps for St. Patrick’s Day
Students from William Floyd High School's Freshman Class Council teamed up with the Peer-Assisted Learning Strategies (PALS) club for a St. Patrick’s Day-themed arts and crafts activity.
Fifth graders honor loved ones with heartfelt tributes at Tangier Smith Elementary
Fifth-grade students at Tangier Smith Elementary School recently participated in a special event to honor their loved ones.
High school medical club explores health professions at Stony Brook University
William Floyd High School Medical Club students recently visited the School of Health Professions at Stony Brook University.
Dental school hosts retreat with Alda Center focus on healthcare communication
The School of Dental Medicine (SDM) recently held its semi-annual Faculty Development Retreat, featuring a session with the Alan Alda Center for Communicating Science at Stony Brook University.
Stony Brook's School establishes two new departments focused on communication
The School of Communication and Journalism (SoCJ) at Stony Brook University has announced the establishment of two new departments: the Department of Communication and the Department of Journalism.
Stony Brook hosts symposium on teaching pedagogy
The Stony Brook Center for Excellence in Learning and Teaching (CELT) is set to hold its annual symposium on April 11.
Stony Brook's president-elect Andrea Goldsmith shares vision during first campus visit
Andrea Goldsmith, the president-elect of Stony Brook University, made her first campus visit on March 3.
School district releases 2025-26 calendar with new orientation day
The school district has released the single-page calendar for the 2025-26 academic year.
Study suggests timing is key for preventing age-related brain decline
A recent study published in PNAS has revealed a distinct trajectory for brain aging, characterized by critical transition points.
Stony Brook professor awarded Fulbright scholarship for women's health research
Stony Brook University has announced that Professor Marci Lobel, a distinguished teaching professor in the Department of Psychology, has been awarded a Fulbright Distinguished Scholar Award for 2025-2026.
Suffolk County Community College hosts open house at multiple campuses
Suffolk County Community College is set to host an open house for new and prospective students on April 6, from 12 noon to 2 p.m. The event will be held across all three campuses in Riverhead, Selden, and Brentwood, as well as the Culinary Arts...
Exhibit by Annemarie Waugh opens at Suffolk County Community College
Across the Pond, an exhibit featuring the work of Annemarie Waugh, will be showcased at the Lyceum Gallery in the Montaukett Building on Suffolk County Community College’s Eastern Campus.
Stony Brook University launches 10-week geothermal energy program
Stony Brook University has launched a 10-week program focused on geothermal energy, which began on March 4.
Stony Brook University receives $12M grant for marine energy research
The Atlantic Marine Energy Center, a part of the Department of Energy, has allocated $12 million to a research project at Stony Brook University aimed at advancing marine energy.
Stony Brook University celebrates Women's History Month with diverse events
Stony Brook University is marking Women's History Month this March with a series of events and activities under the theme "Moving Forward Together: Women Educating and Inspiring Generations."
Stony Brook professor joins RAD-AID mission to improve healthcare in Cape Verde
The new year presented an unexpected opportunity for Joseph Whitton, a clinical assistant professor and program director of Radiologic Technology/MRI at Stony Brook University.
Stony Brook student recognized for contributions to humanities research
Laci Burton, a University Scholar at Stony Brook, has been named the URECA researcher of the month for March.
William Floyd Middle School hosts student bistro to reward good behavior
William Floyd Middle School organized its annual Student Bistro event in the faculty lounge, celebrating students recognized for positive behavior through the school's Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports (PBIS) program.
William Floyd Elementary hosts fundraiser for St. Baldrick's childhood cancer research
William Floyd Elementary School is set to host a "Brave the Shave" event on March 14, from 9 am to 12 pm.
William Floyd Colonials advance to semifinals after defeating Ward Melville
The William Floyd Colonials boys' varsity basketball team secured a victory in their quarterfinal playoff game against Ward Melville, winning with a final score of 68-47.
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Sheriff Toulon Honors Student Ambassador Program Grads at Central Islip HS
The program's mission is to stress public safety, promote trust for local law enforcement, and to warn adolescents against falling susceptible to bad influences.
Local Irish Americans Honored by Suffolk County Legislature
Deputy Presiding Officer Steven J. Flotteron organized the midday event, which took place at the H. Lee Dennison Building in Hauppauge on Wednesday, March 26.
A Lesson in Kindness Within the Eastport-South Manor Central School District
South Street School students in the Eastport-South Manor Central School District demonstrated their philanthropic skills through two collections this past month.