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Plenty of Smiles and Enthusiasm in the Center Moriches School District.
Center Moriches students kicked off the new school year on September 3rd, 2024. The students were greeted warmly by faculty and staff at Clayton Huey Elementary, Center Moriches Middle School and Center Moriches High School as they found their classroom, became reacquainted with peers and were introduced to new friends.
ESM Students Poised for a Positive and Productive School Year
Eastport-South Manor Central School District students, with backpacks and extra
Eastport-South Manor CSD Welcomes New Teachers
Eastport-South Manor Central School District welcomed new teachers during a summer orientation, held at thedistrict's central office.
WFHS Junior Selected for Prestigious Juilliard Pre-College Program
Jackson is well prepared for this tremendous opportunity as he submitted three All-State auditions in May for the bass trombone, tenor trombone and bass jazz solo, and received perfect scores on all three.
Hitting the Ground Running in the Smithtown Central School District.
Students aren't the only ones gearing up for a new school year.
Back to Class in the Smithtown School District
Students, Administrators, and Staff returned to classrooms across the Smithtown School District on Thursday, September 6th, 2024.
New Catalyst Approach Boosts Efficiency in CO2 Reduction
One of the most promising strategies being investigated to mitigate emissions of carbon dioxide (CO2) is the process of electrochemical reduction. In this approach, electrical energy is used to convert recaptured CO2 into usable products and fuels, such as methanol and ethanol. However, a challenge has been finding a catalyst that is efficient and fast enough for practical use.
Stony Brook Recognized Again for High School Physics Teacher Preparation
For the seventh time in nine years, Stony Brook University has been recognized by the American Physical Society (APS) and the American Association of Physics Teachers (AAPT) as a member of the Physics Teacher Education Coalition (PhysTEC) 5+ Club for its work in graduating nine physics teachers in the 2022-2023 academic year.
WFHS junior selected for prestigious Juilliard Pre-College program
Jackson Seifert, a junior at William Floyd High School, has been accepted into the Juilliard Pre-College program. This comprehensive conservatory-style music program is designed for students who demonstrate significant talent and ambition in music.
Suffolk County Community College Announces Annual Faculty Art Exhibition
The Sagtikos Art Gallery, located in the Sagtikos Arts and Science Building, Room 150 on the Michael J. Grant Campus of Suffolk County Community College in Brentwood, will host the Annual Faculty Art Exhibition from September 16 through October 4, 2024.
Stony Brook University Hosts Annual "Heat & Heat" for Fire Safety Season
Stony Brook University is hosting its annual "Heat & Heat" fire safety demonstrations this fall. In recognition of Fire Safety Season, Fire and Emergency Services, Campus Residences, and the Auxiliary Services Association are inviting campus community members to witness the power of fire and understand the importance of quick action in emergencies.
Stony Brook recognized again for high school physics teacher preparation
For the seventh time in nine years, Stony Brook University has been recognized by the American Physical Society (APS) and the American Association of Physics Teachers (AAPT) as a member of the Physics Teacher Education Coalition (PhysTEC) 5+ Club for its work in graduating nine physics teachers in the 2022-2023 academic year.
Two WFHS student-athletes named among top 30 girls’ tennis players by Newsday
Lydia Van Cott and Anabel Van Cott have been named among the top 30 girls' tennis players by Newsday for the fall 2024 season. The recognition comes as part of Newsday's annual review of top singles and doubles players in Long Island high school tennis.
Suffolk County Community College announces annual faculty art exhibition
The Sagtikos Art Gallery, located in the Sagtikos Arts and Science Building, Room 150 on the Michael J. Grant Campus of Suffolk County Community College in Brentwood, will host the Annual Faculty Art Exhibition from September 16 through October 4, 2024.
Stony Brook University hosts annual "Heat & Heat" for Fire Safety Season
Stony Brook University is hosting its annual “Heat & Heat” fire safety demonstrations this fall. In recognition of Fire Safety Season, Fire and Emergency Services, Campus Residences, and the Auxiliary Services Association are inviting campus community members to witness the power of fire and understand the importance of quick action in emergencies.
Stony Brook University honored for high school physics teacher preparation
Stony Brook University has once again been recognized for its efforts in preparing high school physics teachers. For the seventh time in nine years, the university has been named a member of the Physics Teacher Education Coalition (PhysTEC) 5+ Club by the American Physical Society (APS) and the American Association of Physics Teachers (AAPT). This recognition comes as a result of graduating nine physics teachers during the 2022-2023 academic year.
Christopher Bishop Receives Senior Berwick Prize From London Mathematical Society
State University of New York Distinguished Professor Christopher Bishop has been awarded the 2024 Senior Berwick Prize by the London Mathematical Society (LMS).
Arie Kaufman Receives 2024 Test of Time Award
Arie Kaufman, a distinguished professor in the Department of Computer Science, has been honored with the SC24 Test of Time Award (TOTA) for supercomputing for his seminal 2004 paper, "GPU Cluster for High Performance Computing."
Wang Center Presents Fall Program Celebrating Asian Culture
The programs offered at the Charles B. Wang Center this fall are designed to provide unique experiences that highlight the beauty of Asian cultural heritage. They will educate and entertain while providing a glimpse into the vibrant traditions and innovative artistry that define Asian cultures.
Stony Brook University Launches Expanded Artificial Intelligence Innovation Institute
Stony Brook University is launching the AI Innovation Institute (AI3), an expansion of its Institute for AI-driven Discovery and Innovation, established in 2018. The new institute will report directly to the provost and aims to enhance the university's leadership in AI research and application.
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The legendary Long Island journalist Karl Grossman’s latest column.
Don't Expect Bregman to Pay Off
This week, one of the bigger names in the free agency cycle signed with the Chicago Cubs, and fantasy managers everywhere sighed. Usually, anyone heading to Wrigley Field is viewed as a positive, but for Alex Bregman, more information has emerged suggesting this move could spell trouble for his fantasy outlook. Bregman is a right-handed pull hitter who previously played in two of the more favorable home parks for that profile in Houston and Boston. Both parks feature short left-field dimensions that reward pulled fly balls and help inflate power numbers.
Futures Bettors Will Be Smiling
The College Football Championship is set, and it pits two of the more unlikely teams against each other. Indiana may have the largest living alumni base in the country, with more than 800,000 graduates, but few expected the Hoosiers to reach this stage. They feature zero five-star recruits and have instead relied on depth, discipline, and consistency while dominating all season long.