Stony Brook University News
Stony Brook University News
SBU students gain valuable insights at BEYA Conference
Stony Brook University students recently attended the Becoming Everything You Are (BEYA) Conference in Baltimore, Maryland.
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).
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Véronique Gouverneur honored with Ojima Distinguished Lectureship Award
On April 25, the Department of Chemistry, Institute of Chemical Biology and Drug Discovery (ICB&DD), and the College of Arts and Sciences celebrated Véronique Gouverneur with the 2025 Ojima Distinguished Lectureship Award.
Stony Brook University hosts annual scholarship celebration for students
Stony Brook University students had the opportunity to express their gratitude to scholarship and fellowship donors during the annual Scholarship Celebration held on April 22.
Stony Brook Volunteer Ambulance Corps earns national recognition at collegiate EMS conference
The Stony Brook Volunteer Ambulance Corps (SBVAC) has been serving the campus community for 55 years, focusing on healthcare delivery and emergency medical services.
Brook Con draws fans to Stony Brook University for anime convention
Stony Brook University recently hosted its annual Brook Con event, drawing a diverse crowd of fans, cosplayers, artists, and gamers to the Student Activities Center on April 19.
Stony Brook Medicine advocates for federal healthcare support in Washington
Stony Brook Medicine's Executive Vice President William Wertheim and Chief Executive Officer and Chief Operating Officer of Stony Brook University Hospital Carol Gomes visited Washington, D.C., in early April.
Jennifer Cano receives prestigious SUNY award for quantum material research
Jennifer Cano, an associate professor in the Department of Physics and Astronomy at Stony Brook University, has been awarded the SUNY Chancellor’s Horizon Award for Faculty Research and Scholarship.
Roth Regatta celebrates Greek mythology with creative cardboard boats
More than 5,000 spectators gathered on the banks of Roth Pond on May 2 as Stony Brook University students launched their homemade vessels for the 36th annual Roth Regatta.
Stony Brook students advocate for environmental justice at Capitol Hill event
Two students from Stony Brook University participated in the Rachel Carson Council’s (RCC) second annual Advocacy Day, which took place on March 27.
Susan Lee joins Board of Regents at American College of Physicians
Susan Lee, MD, a professor of clinical medicine at the Renaissance School of Medicine at Stony Brook University, has been elected to the Board of Regents of the American College of Physicians (ACP). Dr. Lee is also the medical director of Stony...
Stony Brook University honors 20 students with Provost’s Award for Academic Excellence
Twenty students from Stony Brook University have been selected to receive the Provost’s Award for Academic Excellence this year.
Stony Brook students honored at Japan Center's essay contest
The Japan Center of Stony Brook (JCSB) recently celebrated its 20th Annual Essay Competition, supported by Canon U.S.A., with an awards ceremony on May 4.
GradMag releases second edition highlighting diverse graduate experiences
The SBU Graduate Arts & Sciences Magazine, known as GradMag, marked the release of its second edition titled "The Four Seasons" with a reception on April 30.
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Smithtown's Marcus Wertheim Leads Team Australia
Former Smithtown lacrosse standout Marcus Wertheim is dominating on the world stage. The Smithtown alumnus, who currently attends Brown University, led all players at the Super Sixes tournament, delivering an elite performance against international competition.
Sachem's Coach Mercurio Elected to Lacrosse Board
Congratulations to Sachem Athletic Hall of Famer Rick Mercurio, who was elected to the World Lacrosse Board of Directors during the organization’s 2025 General Assembly. Mercurio fills one of two open Strategic Director positions, marking another significant milestone in his distinguished career in the sport.
LaFontaine Heads to the Isles Hall
Pat LaFontaine’s plaque has officially been added to the Islanders Hall of Fame wall, placing him among some of the most legendary figures in franchise history. The former star forward was inducted into the Ring of Honor at UBS Arena, becoming the 17th member to receive the prestigious distinction.