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Jan 28, 2025

Student artist Anika Griffing installs winning artwork at SBU

Combining her interests in physics, astronomy, symmetry, math, music, and art, Anika Griffing's creations explore a wide range of topics.

Jan 28, 2025

Stony Brook Medicine named among America’s best hospitals by Healthgrades

Stony Brook Medicine has been recognized by Healthgrades as one of America's 50 Best Hospitals for 2025.

Jan 28, 2025

Stony Brook Medicine recognized among America's top hospitals by Healthgrades

Stony Brook Medicine has been recognized by Healthgrades as one of America's 50 Best Hospitals for 2025.

Jan 27, 2025

Stony Brook University celebrates Lunar New Year with diverse cultural events

Stony Brook University is set to celebrate the Lunar New Year with a series of events highlighting Asian cultural traditions.

Jan 27, 2025

Stony Brook University food pantry addresses student needs beyond traditional donations

The Stony Brook University Food Pantry, managed by the Center for Civic Justice, serves as a crucial resource for students, faculty, and staff facing food insecurity.

Jan 27, 2025

Stony Brook University celebrates Black History Month focusing on African Americans' labor contributions

Stony Brook University (SBU) is set to commemorate Black History Month in February with a series of events, performances, and discussions that celebrate the culture and history of the Pan-African community.

Jan 27, 2025

Stony Brook University's Erin Kluge leads sustainability efforts

Erin Kluge serves as the sustainability coordinator at Stony Brook University.

Jan 27, 2025

AI platform influencer simplifies promotional post creation

Researchers from Stony Brook University have introduced an AI-powered platform called Influencer, aimed at simplifying the creation of promotional posts for individuals with limited design experience.

Jan 24, 2025

Middle school students create mini fairground attractions using LEGO

William Paca Middle School's seventh-grade Robotics Discovery students and eighth-grade Intro to Computer Science students, under the guidance of Mrs. Kelsey Campoverde, have been working on an innovative project.

Jan 24, 2025

Youngest recipient of bionic arm joins SBU Baseball through Team IMPACT

Stony Brook University's baseball team has introduced a new member, five-year-old Jordan Marotta.

Jan 24, 2025

Teacher John Melandro featured on LI News Radio after winning Milken Educator Award

John Melandro, a fifth-grade teacher at Tangier Smith Elementary School and recipient of the 2024 Milken Educator Award, will be featured on LI News Radio's "Spotlight on Long Island Schools."

Jan 24, 2025

Flecker Gallery presents Adam Lowenbein's exhibition "DAYLIGHT" from February 6 - March 6

The Flecker Gallery, located on the Ammerman Campus in Selden, is set to present "DAYLIGHT," an exhibition by artist Adam Lowenbein.

Jan 23, 2025

Stony Brook hosts quantum education leadership conference on March 12

Stony Brook University is set to host the International Year of Quantum 2025 Educational Leadership Conference on March 12.

Jan 23, 2025

Study links WTC exposure duration to brain changes among responders

As the 25th anniversary of the World Trade Center (WTC) attacks approaches, a study by Stony Brook Medicine researchers highlights long-term health concerns for WTC responders.

Jan 23, 2025

Stony Brook's Keith A. Chadwick joins Triological Society; wins research excellence award

Keith A. Chadwick, MD, MS, a member of Stony Brook Surgery’s Division of Otolaryngology–Head and Neck Surgery (ENT), has been inducted as an Active Fellow into the American Laryngological Rhinological and Otological Society, Inc., known as the...

Jan 23, 2025

Exhibition explores myth and tech at Suffolk County Community College

Suffolk County Community College is set to host an exhibition titled "Drone Beuys: Origins" at the Sagtikos Art Gallery.

Jan 23, 2025

Study links WTC exposure duration with brain amyloidosis among responders

Stony Brook University researchers have found evidence of amyloidosis in the brains of some World Trade Center (WTC) responders, nearly 25 years after the attacks.

Jan 22, 2025

Stony Brook Cancer Center receives $1.25M gift from Betty Ajces Trust

The Stony Brook Cancer Center has received a significant contribution of $1.25 million from the Betty Ajces Trust.

Jan 22, 2025

William Floyd wins Kujan Brothers' Memorial Tournament for second time in three years

The William Floyd boys' varsity wrestling team, under the guidance of head coach Tony Mecca, recently secured victory at the 39th Annual Kujan Brothers’ Memorial Tournament.

Jan 22, 2025

Australopithecus study reveals plant-based diet despite occasional meat consumption

An international team of researchers, including Dominic Stratford from Stony Brook University and the University of the Witwatersrand in South Africa, has made a significant discovery about the diet of Australopithecus.

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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.