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William Floyd High School robotics team prepares for Long Island regional competition
The William Floyd High School Robotics Team 287 recently took part in the FIRST Hudson Valley Regional in Suffern, New York.
William Floyd Middle School prepares for annual showcase night
The William Floyd Middle School community is set to gather for its annual "Showcase Night" on Thursday, March 20, from 6 pm to 8 pm.
Stony Brook University launches new lecture series on clean energy transition
Stony Brook University has initiated a new lecture series, "Navigating the Clean Energy Transition," with a breakfast reception held on March 6 at the Center of Excellence in Wireless and Information Technology.
Stony Brook University updates course retake policy after student advocacy
For several years, undergraduate students at Stony Brook University have voiced dissatisfaction with the institution's course retake policy.
College announces spring lecture series featuring experts from Harvard and Missouri universities
The College of Arts and Sciences has announced the Spring 2025 Sir Run Run Shaw Lecture Series.
Neuroscientist Anthony Zador to deliver lecture on AI and neuroscience at Stony Brook
Neuroscientist Anthony Zador, MD, PhD, is set to deliver the 27th annual Swartz Foundation Mind Brain Lecture on March 31 at 4 pm.
Stony Brook's Wolfie enters SUNY Mascot Madness aiming for third title
The Stony Brook University community is gearing up for the annual SUNY Mascot Madness tournament, where they will rally behind their mascot, Wolfie.
Stony Brook University holds employee appreciation day celebrating staff contributions
Stony Brook University recently held an Employee Appreciation Day at the Charles B. Wang Center on March 7, where over 800 staff members gathered for a morning of gratitude and engagement.
William Floyd Counseling Center hosts annual college fair & career expo
The William Floyd Counseling Center is set to host its annual "College Fair & Career Expo" on Thursday, April 3.
William Floyd High School partners with Carpentry Academy for student collaboration
The William Floyd High School "School to Work" class, led by Carmella Currao, recently joined forces with the Home Design & Carpentry Academy for a collaborative project.
William Floyd High School Theater Arts presents 'Guys and Dolls' this March
William Floyd High School Theater Arts is set to stage its spring musical production, "Guys and Dolls," for three performances at the end of March.
Syncopated Ladies deliver inspiring tap performance at Stony Brook University
Stony Brook University's Staller Center witnessed an energetic tap performance by the Syncopated Ladies on March 14.
Stony Brook VP seeks congressional support for critical defense research funding
Stony Brook University's Vice President for Research, Kevin Gardner, visited the US Capitol to advocate for defense research funding.
Jennifer Cano wins Stony Brook Discovery Prize for innovative research
Jennifer Cano, an associate professor in the College of Arts and Sciences' Department of Physics and Astronomy at Stony Brook University, has been awarded the 2025 Stony Brook Discovery Prize.
Researchers develop method for lifelong learning in home assistant robots
Researchers at Stony Brook University and MIT are making strides in developing robots that can learn and improve their skills over time.
Wendy Pearson honored as 'Woman of Distinction' by Town of Southampton
Wendy Pearson, Vice President for Strategic Initiatives and Executive Director of Stony Brook Southampton at Stony Brook University, was recognized by the Town of Southampton as one of its "Women of Distinction" on March 6.
Stony Brook's Georgakis joins surgical oncology mentorship program
Georgios Georgakis, MD, PhD, from Stony Brook University's Department of Surgery, has been accepted into the Society of Surgical Oncology's (SSO) 2025 Career Catalyst Mentorship Program (CCMP).
Study identifies key period for preventing cognitive decline
A recent study published in the Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences (PNAS) highlights a distinct pattern in brain aging, offering insights into when interventions might be most effective to prevent cognitive decline.
SBU professor explores ecofeminism and filmmaking through Three Mile Island documentary
Radioactive: The Women of Three Mile Island recounts the 1979 nuclear meltdown at Three Mile Island, considered the worst commercial nuclear power disaster in U.S. history.
Marci Lobel receives Fulbright award for research on stress in pregnant women
Stony Brook University's Distinguished Teaching Professor Marci Lobel has been awarded a Fulbright Distinguished Scholar Award for the 2025-2026 academic year.
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