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May 15, 2025

Barry Barish elected to American Philosophical Society

On May 15, 2025, Stony Brook University announced that Barry Barish, a distinguished physicist and Nobel Laureate, has been elected to the American Philosophical Society (APS).

May 15, 2025

Suffolk student wins prestigious national transfer scholarship

Udya Dewanamuni, a student from Suffolk County Community College, has been awarded the prestigious Jack Kent Cooke Foundation's Undergraduate Transfer Scholarship.

May 15, 2025

Stony Brook's EOP/AIM honors outstanding students at annual awards ceremony

The Educational Opportunity Program/Advancement on Individual Merit (EOP/AIM) at Stony Brook University held its annual awards ceremony on May 1 at the DeVries Center.

May 15, 2025

Stony Brook showcases student innovation at first engineering design event

Stony Brook University recently held its inaugural Engineering Senior Design Showcase, highlighting the innovative work of its senior engineering students.

May 15, 2025

Stony Brook hosts 'Disrupt the Brook' to foster student entrepreneurship

Stony Brook University recently hosted "Disrupt the Brook," an event designed to encourage students to explore entrepreneurial thinking and build an inclusive innovation ecosystem.

May 15, 2025

SBU students gain valuable insights at BEYA Conference

Stony Brook University students recently attended the Becoming Everything You Are (BEYA) Conference in Baltimore, Maryland.

May 15, 2025

Stony Brook University receives silver rating for sustainability achievements

Stony Brook University has been awarded a STARS 3.0 Silver rating for its sustainability efforts by the Association for the Advancement of Sustainability in Higher Education (AASHE).

May 15, 2025

Student innovation takes center stage at URECA/VIP Symposium

Multidisciplinary collaboration was showcased at the Student Activities Center Ballrooms during the 2025 Undergraduate Research and Creative Activities (URECA) Celebration and Vertically Integrated Projects (VIP) Symposium on April 30.

May 15, 2025

Stony Brook hosts third annual Big Jewish Block Party

Stony Brook University celebrated Jewish American Heritage Month with its third annual Big Jewish Block Party on May 8.

May 15, 2025

Stony Brook University earns national recognition for excellence in cybersecurity research

Stony Brook University has been designated as a National Center of Academic Excellence in Cybersecurity Research (CAE-R) by the National Security Agency.

May 15, 2025

AI technique aims to improve speed and safety of CT scans

Researchers at Stony Brook University are working on an AI-based method that could change the landscape of medical imaging by making CT scans faster, safer, and more accurate.

May 15, 2025

Stony Brook launches new Facilities Master Plan with community input

Stony Brook University has embarked on the first phase of its Facilities Master Plan (FMP), a strategic initiative aimed at shaping the campus's future over the next decade.

May 15, 2025

William Floyd athletes honored by National Football Foundation

The National Football Foundation's James C. Metzger Suffolk County Chapter recently hosted its annual Scholar Athlete Brunch, celebrating student-athletes for their performance both on the field and in academics.

May 15, 2025

Stony Brook alumni highlight benefits of earning an MBA

In a recent panel hosted by the Career Center at Stony Brook University, alumni shared insights on how their MBA degrees have shaped their careers.

May 15, 2025

William Floyd Middle School celebrates student achievements at annual showcase night

William Floyd Middle School recently held its annual "Showcase Night," an event aimed at celebrating the work of both students and staff.

May 15, 2025

William Floyd High School tennis team secures fourth consecutive playoff berth

The William Floyd High School boys' varsity tennis team has secured a playoff spot for the fourth year in a row.

May 14, 2025

Where drivers found cheapest regular gas across Suffolk County in week ending May 10

According to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com, 2 gas stations had the lowest price of regular gas in cities throughout Suffolk County in the week ending May 10.

May 14, 2025

Cheapest E85 gas found in Suffolk County during week ending May 10

According to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com, 2 gas stations had the lowest price of E85 gas in cities throughout Suffolk County in the week ending May 10.

May 14, 2025

Stony Brook adopts AI tech for better heart disease diagnosis

Stony Brook Medicine has become the first healthcare system on Long Island to adopt HeartFlow Plaque Analysis, an artificial intelligence (AI) technology designed to improve the diagnosis of coronary artery disease.

May 13, 2025

Brooklyn residents sue NYPD for false arrest and malicious prosecution after drug raid

A lawsuit has been filed against several members of the New York City Police Department, accusing them of false arrest and malicious prosecution.

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Education

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.


Local

Justice in Motion: Five MS-13 Gangbangers Indicted in Blue Point Beach Killing

Lopez-Lopez, 27, of Central Islip, was a former MS-13 member suspected of turning informant. His body was left on the shoreside (pictured) at the end of Blue Point Avenue back in early March.


Local

Leave Fireworks to the Pros or Risk Tragedy This Fourth of July

Suffolk officials warn against illegal fireworks, want residents to enjoy the July 4th holiday without blowing themselves up.