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Mar 29, 2025

Janet Hyunju Clarke honored with 2025 ALA Medal of Excellence for education initiative

Janet Hyunju Clarke, associate dean of research and learning at Stony Brook University Libraries, has been awarded the ALA Medal of Excellence Award.

Mar 29, 2025

William Paca Middle School students earn CPR certification through local partnership

Eighth-grade students at William Paca Middle School have earned their CPR certification through a collaborative effort with Mastic Ambulance and Stony Brook University Hospital.

Mar 28, 2025

Stony Brook hosts series for high school women exploring careers in STEM

As part of Women's History Month, Stony Brook University is actively engaging high school women in the fields of science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) through its High School Women in STEM Career Awareness Series.

Mar 28, 2025

Renaissance School of Medicine celebrates Match Day for graduating students

Students from the Renaissance School of Medicine at Stony Brook University celebrated their Match Day on March 21, marking the next step in their medical careers.

Mar 28, 2025

Quantum Networks Town Hall discusses advancements in U.S.-based initiatives

Five years ago, the quantum community gathered to create a vision for developing a quantum internet in the United States.

Mar 28, 2025

Stony Brook honors faculty reviewers contributing to research growth

The Office for Research and Innovation (OR&I) at Stony Brook University recently acknowledged the efforts of faculty members who have contributed to the peer review process for seed grant programs and limited competitions.

Mar 28, 2025

Stony Brook University celebrates faculty members named AAAS Fellows

Stony Brook University faculty members Gordon T. Taylor, Katherine B. Aubrecht, and Michael A. Bender have been appointed as 2024 American Association for the Advancement of Science (AAAS) Fellows.

Mar 28, 2025

Margaret Schedel joins ACE Fellows Program to develop leadership skills in higher education

Margaret Schedel, a professor at Stony Brook University’s Department of Music, is one of the 25 emerging academic leaders selected for the 2025-26 American Council on Education (ACE) Fellows Program.

Mar 28, 2025

Stony Brook University celebrates 3 faculty named as AAAS Fellows

Stony Brook University has announced that three faculty members have been named 2024 Fellows of the American Association for the Advancement of Science (AAAS).

Mar 27, 2025

Wolfie reaches semifinal stage in SUNY Mascot Madness competition

Wolfie, the mascot of Stony Brook University, has progressed to the semifinals in the SUNY Mascot Madness competition.

Mar 27, 2025

Victor Canela honored with Norman R. McConney Jr. Award by SUNY

Stony Brook University student Victor Canela has been recognized with the Norman R. McConney Jr.

Mar 27, 2025

Four William Floyd Student-Musicians Selected for SCMEA Private Study Scholarship

Each student will receive a $500 award for private lesson study this summer and were recognized at the SCMEA concerts held earlier this month.

Mar 26, 2025

William Floyd High School students provide salon services to local police officers

William Floyd High School's senior cosmetology students recently hosted officers from the Suffolk County Police Department's 7th Precinct.

Mar 26, 2025

Two Parents and One William Floyd Girls’ Track Team Member: A Biological Boy is on the Girls’ Varsity Track Team

A concerned parent who contacted the South Shore Press who wishes to remain anonymous says that is the case, and expressed concern over student safety and future funding for the William Floyd School District.

Mar 26, 2025

Stony Brook medical students begin residencies nationwide following successful Match Day

130 students from the Renaissance School of Medicine (RSOM) at Stony Brook University are preparing to start their residency training across New York State and the nation.

Mar 26, 2025

William Floyd school community hosts K-12 STEAM symposium

The William Floyd school community is invited to the K-12 STEAM Symposium on Thursday, April 10, from 6 pm to 8 pm at the William Floyd High School west gym.

Mar 26, 2025

Amir Rahmati named senior member by National Academy of Inventors

Amir Rahmati, an assistant professor in the Department of Computer Science, has been named a senior member by the National Academy of Inventors (NAI).

Mar 25, 2025

William Floyd students awarded SCMEA scholarships for music excellence

Four students from the William Floyd School District have been awarded the 2025 Suffolk County Music Educators’ Association (SCMEA) Private Study Scholarship.

Mar 23, 2025

William Floyd High School Soundsations perform at scholarship gala

The William Floyd High School Soundsations a cappella group, led by Michelle Seifert, performed at the inaugural Scholarship Gala organized by the Dr. Calabro Lodge #3011 Order of the Sons and Daughters of Italy.

Mar 22, 2025

Stony Brook University celebrates AAPI heritage with diverse cultural events

Stony Brook University is set to celebrate Asian American and Pacific Islander (AAPI) Heritage Month this April, acknowledging the diverse culture of Asian Americans within its community.

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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.


Local

Twisted Cycles’ motorcycle audio showdown returns to Long Island: ‘It’s not all about volume’

Twisted Cycles’ annual motorcycle audio competition is returning Sunday, June 29, with a larger venue and hopes of drawing a bigger crowd to Scott’s Pointe in Calverton.


Brooklyn man sues NYPD over injuries from alleged police vehicle collision

A Brooklyn man has filed a lawsuit against the City of New York and several NYPD officers, alleging excessive force, defamation, and civil rights violations.