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Jun 5, 2025

Moriches student leads donation drive for Stony Brook Children's Hospital

Caleb Gerry, a fourth grader at Moriches Elementary School, led an initiative to support children at Stony Brook Children’s Hospital.

Jun 5, 2025

WFHS senior receives DAR excellence award for American history

William Floyd High School senior Drew Wiegand has been honored with the Daughters of the American Revolution "Excellence in American History" award.

Jun 5, 2025

Stony Brook appoints Lav Varshney as inaugural director of AI Innovation Institute

Stony Brook University has announced the appointment of Lav Varshney as the inaugural director of its Artificial Intelligence Innovation Institute (AI3).

Jun 5, 2025

William Floyd High School announces Regents Exam schedule for June

William Floyd High School has announced the schedule for the New York State Regents Examinations, which will take place on June 10, June 11, June 17, June 18, June 20, June 24, and June 25.

Jun 5, 2025

SUNY Korea introduces new master's program in data science

SUNY Korea Stony Brook is introducing a master's degree program in data science.

Jun 5, 2025

Stony Brook student Amol Pophali receives Richard J. Kokes Award

Amol Pophali, a doctoral candidate at Stony Brook University's Department of Materials Science and Chemical Engineering, is set to receive the Richard J. Kokes Award from the North American Catalysis Society (NACS).

Jun 5, 2025

Students honor 63 educators in Stony Brook’s ‘Thank a Teacher’ program

In April, Stony Brook University's Center for Excellence in Learning and Teaching (CELT) invited students to participate in the annual "Thank a Teacher" program.

Jun 5, 2025

Stony Brook University completes first geothermal series with industry collaboration

Stony Brook University recently concluded its "Geothermal from the Ground Up" program, an interdisciplinary initiative aimed at promoting geothermal energy.

Jun 4, 2025

Stony Brook VP urges Congress to back crucial health research

Stony Brook University's Vice President for Research and Innovation, Kevin Gardner, traveled to Washington, D.C., on June 4 to advocate for Congressional support of the university's health research initiatives.

Jun 3, 2025

Stony Brook plays key role in national research advocacy meeting

Stony Brook University recently participated in a significant national research advocacy meeting held in Washington, D.C., on June 4.

Jun 3, 2025

William Floyd High School hosts annual coffee house arts event

The William Floyd High School National Art Honor Society (NAHS) and the Literary Magazine club recently organized their annual Coffee House, Living Art Display, and Art Auction event.

Jun 3, 2025

William Floyd High School honors CTE seniors on signing day

William Floyd High School recently held its annual Career and Technical Education (CTE) Signing Day, celebrating nearly 120 graduating seniors who plan to pursue further education or enter the workforce in their chosen fields.

Jun 2, 2025

Renowned musician Mark Wood joins WFSD fifth graders for special performance

Mark Wood, an Emmy-winning composer and former member of the Trans-Siberian Orchestra, is set to perform with fifth-grade student-musicians from the William Floyd School District.

May 31, 2025

Stony Brook University Hospital earns top 25 ranking for environmental excellence

Stony Brook University Hospital (SBUH) has been recognized as one of the Top 25 Hospitals in the United States for its efforts in environmental excellence.

May 31, 2025

Stony Brook honors top doctoral researchers at annual colloquium

Stony Brook University recently held its annual Distinguished Doctoral Colloquium, recognizing five doctoral students with the President’s Award to Distinguished Doctoral Students.

May 31, 2025

Mother and daughter graduate together from Stony Brook University's health science program

Ambreen Sajid and her daughter, Nawal Choudhry, recently graduated together from Stony Brook University’s Health Science program.

May 31, 2025

Stony Brook hosts global experts at Cray User Group Meeting

Stony Brook University recently hosted the 2025 Cray User Group (CUG) Meeting, an annual event for experts in high-performance computing (HPC).

May 31, 2025

Scientists use AI to improve efficiency in zinc-ion batteries

A collaborative team of scientists from Stony Brook University and Brookhaven National Laboratory has employed artificial intelligence to gain insights into the functioning of zinc-ion batteries, with the aim of enhancing their efficiency for...

May 31, 2025

Stony Brook hosts free wheelchair tune-up for Suffolk County residents

According to the New York State Department of Health, 23.1 percent of adults in Suffolk County have a disability, with many relying on mobility devices.

May 31, 2025

Lindsay Bryde leads efforts for improved accessibility at Stony Brook University

Lindsay Bryde has taken on various roles throughout her career, including teacher, project manager, carpenter, and accessibility coordinator.

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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.



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