Stony Brook University concluded its annual Pride Fest with the Pride Fest Block Party on April 30 and staff in a celebration of LGBTQ identity marking the culmination of a weeklong series of events honoring the university’s LGBTQ communities and information tables hosted by student organizations and campus departments While Pride Month is nationally recognized in June Stony Brook’s celebration is held in April to allow students to participate before the academic year ends “The Pride Fest Block Party is meant to raise awareness for the LGBTQ community and also to raise awareness for LGBTQ students on campus,” said Alex Sima a graduate student in the School of Social Welfare and student staff member who helped coordinate the event “We’re handing out goodie bags with stickers and pronoun pins the Block Party has grown in size and visibility a senior majoring in chemical engineering and president of the Lesbian Gay Bisexual Transgender (LGBT+)  Alliance Club has participated in the event since its inception “It’s the event that we’re really glad the school got on board with,” they said “I’m so proud of how big of an event it’s become because we don’t get to be in school in June when Pride Month is usually celebrated.” Giannuzzi emphasized the importance of creating visible “We’re giving out flags that people can take with them having a flag in your room shows people they’re safe with you.” and website in this browser for the next time I comment Δdocument.getElementById( "ak_js_1" ).setAttribute( "value" This site uses Akismet to reduce spam. 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John’s to Host Stony Brook for Senior Day5/5/2025 3:19:00 PM | Baseball The Red Storm will honor its seven graduating players in a pregame Senior Day ceremony Since its founding as a teachers college in 1957 Stony Brook University has evolved into one of the nation’s leading research institutions The Spring 2025 issue of SBU Magazine highlights a few of the ways the university is continuing to grow and make an impact Visit stonybrook.edu/magazine to read all the latest features and access exclusive video content If you would like printed copies of this issue, please reach out at: SBUMagazine@stonybrook.edu The University Orchestra will present a concert on Tuesday at Staller Center for the Arts on the Main Stage at 7:30 pm the University Orchestra will perform Dukas “La Peri” fanfare.. Stony Brook University associate professor of psychiatry and pediatrics professor of Surgery and Dermatology in the Stony Brook Medicine Department of Surgery’s Division of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery has been selected as a Hedwig van Ameringen Executive.. Kimberly Kang always heard her mother — an amateur pianist — play the piano a Doctorate of Musical Arts (DMA) student at Stony Brook University She describes her parents making her attend music classes fitting the classic stereotype of Asian parents pushing their kids into music lessons “My parents paid for all my music lessons — piano “But really they just wanted me to try all sorts of hobbies that didn’t involve sports because they didn’t want me to risk getting hurt.” Kang’s academic journey into music began during her undergraduate studies at the University of California She didn’t imagine studying music until she received encouragement from a harpsichord teacher she met at a music festival Arthur Haas, Kang’s mentor and professor in Stony Brook University’s Department of Music first met her at the Amherst Early Music Festival “Meeting Arthur Haas at a music festival made pursuing music a possibility,” she said “Coming from the West Coast and studying at Berkeley Kimberly was full of enthusiasm for the harpsichord who has over 40 years of experience in early music as a teacher and performer saw she still had much to learn about style But if you’d like to explore this further — perhaps even consider it professionally — you should continue your studies.” Pursuing a DMA is a great milestone for Kang One of the requirements for advancing is a lecture recital where she “talked about the development of unmeasured preludes (free-flowing musical compositions) in 17th and 18th-century France.” Kang said but they are an invaluable treasure for musicians who are learning to improvise today.” and the biggest difference between the two lies in how they produce sound pressing a key triggers a hammer that strikes three strings dynamic tone that changes based on how hard the key is pressed the harpsichord produces sound through a plectrum,” Kang said She explained that “it is similar to a guitar pick pressing the keys harder does not change the volume.” “The harpsichord’s pluck occurs about halfway through the key’s descent,” Haas notes relying on their fingers rather than their arms “Pianists often develop physical strain from forceful playing but harpsichordists rarely experience issues like tendonitis or carpal tunnel syndrome because of the instrument’s lighter action.” Mastering the harpsichord requires advanced skill and agility as players must rely on technique rather than force to create expression in their music depending on whether there are upcoming concerts or not It was honestly a luxury being able to focus on just studying and practicing,” she said her focus has shifted to sharing interesting music with different communities “I’m more focused on how I can introduce interesting music to different communities like sending music proposals or asking church communities to host performances.” she learned not just to play notes but to truly make music adding that Kang is excelling beyond school performing as an organist in concerts in New York City “She’s at the stage where job opportunities are becoming a real possibility People are recognizing her talent and encouraging her to apply for professional positions,” Haas said Kang has truly distinguished herself in the program.” Kang’s journey has been filled with challenges and achievements concerts and personal projects has been a major struggle well-paying gig in the city kept me going,” Kang said Her philosophy is centered around the power of music to shape society and she believes that communities are built through making and listening to music Kang hopes to perform and teach as much as possible and possibly move back to Southern California to start an ensemble there I just focus on what I’m doing now to make a difference for the people that are here now,” she added Professor Haas offers advice to students considering the program: “I would say it’s a great opportunity and you have to be at the top of your field to make a career out of it,” he said and a willingness to immerse yourself in different styles.” Haas noted a common challenge in transitioning from piano to harpsichord and to master the nuances of a historical style it can be an incredibly exciting journey.” Haas believes the beauty of this music lies in its uniqueness even though the path has not always been easy,” he said “Some people may not appreciate this style of music but the students I mentor here are truly dedicated Seeing them grow and bring this music to life is one of the most rewarding aspects of my work.” “True professionals devote themselves completely but the satisfaction you gain in your heart Kang’s advice to upcoming academics in music is to “pursue as many outside opportunities as possible and don’t rush into graduate studies You might not need the doctorate unless you want to be a professor at a university Stony Brook University jumped into the top 100 in physical sciences in the Times Higher Education World University Rankings by Subject for 2025 Stony Brook University assistant professor Chander Sadasivan’s innovative 3D-printed models are helping doctors more safely treat high-risk vascular patients Conference at Stony Brook University promoted inclusion Four Stony Brook University students have been selected to participate in the highly competitive New York Climate Exchange Summer Internship Program joining a cohort of 13 undergraduate students from partner universities across the country offers students the opportunity to work alongside climate experts and community leaders on pressing environmental challenges “This internship represents a significant opportunity for our students to gain hands-on experience in climate action while making meaningful contributions to New York communities,” said Kevin Reed Stony Brook’s associate provost for climate and sustainability programming and chief climate scientist at The Exchange “The selection of four students from Stony Brook highlights our university’s commitment to climate education and leadership.” The Stony Brook student participants and their placements include: “I’m excited about forming meaningful connections with peers who share my dedication and passion for environmental protection,” Horvath-Kis said “This internship is a valuable opportunity to gain hands-on experience in the climate sector while benefiting from mentorship from established professionals in the field I look forward to applying my academic knowledge to real-world environmental challenges and developing the practical skills that will serve as a foundation for my future career in sustainability.” The full-time internship combines practical work experience with educational programming and professional development opportunities interns will work with their assigned community partners on specific projects under the supervision of both host organization mentors and New York Climate Exchange leadership Fridays will bring the entire intern cohort together for climate-related educational sessions This cohort model creates opportunities for peer learning and collaboration across disciplines “The combination of specialized placement work and cohort learning activities creates a comprehensive experience that prepares students for careers in climate action,” said Catherine Sherman assistant dean of the University Honors Programs at Stony Brook “The networking opportunities alone are invaluable but the practical skills development makes this program truly exceptional.” The diversity of academic backgrounds among the Stony Brook participants — from engineering to political science to environmental studies — reflects the program’s emphasis on tackling climate challenges from multiple perspectives Pan emphasized the importance of interdisciplinary approaches: “I am most excited for this summer to see the ways different people with different expertise work on climate solutions; I see a responsibility as an aspiring engineer to work to serve the environment and ensure that people have access to clean resources ”The Exchange will be a great way to get out of a laboratory setting and into the real world seeing the ways engineering and research are implemented and accepted in society.” Iftikhar’s placement at Waterfront Alliance connects her political science and economics studies with practical applications: “Too often environmentalism is viewed solely through a scientific lens—centered around technical solutions to fight the climate crisis It’s about understanding how the climate crisis leads to mass displacement and disproportionately affects marginalized communities.” “My passion lies in both prevention and response — addressing root causes while also supporting those already impacted I’m eager to gain the knowledge and skills needed to better serve my community and be part of real the program aims to foster the next generation of climate leaders through a capstone project that interns will complete in groups drawing on their diverse backgrounds and summer experiences students are expected to benefit from professional mentorship throughout the program “This experience represents more than just a summer job — it’s an investment in students who will be shaping climate policy and solutions for decades to come,” Reed added creates a transformative learning environment.” Ronan Tiu — the URECA researcher of the month for January —  is a sophomore double majoring in physics and math he began doing research in the Department of Physics.. The College of Arts and Sciences presents the Spring 2025 Sir Run Run Shaw Lecture Series with “As Our Scientific Understanding of Time Changes New York Sea Grant (NYSG) has announced a major investment — $6.8M in research funding leveraging an additional $3.6M in matched dollars — for 13 projects across five institutions in New York and Connecticut — Stony Brook University (SBU) and The Maritime Aquarium at Norwalk — focusing on key aspects of Long Island Sound ecosystem Chris Gobler, distinguished professor and endowed chair of coastal ecology and conservation in the School of Marine and Atmospheric Sciences (SoMAS) has been awarded over $325,000 for one of five projects exploring water quality issues The goal of this two-year study is to assess the effects of excess nutrients on the proliferation of phytoplankton and harmful algal blooms (HABs) hypoxia and carbon sinking under different temperature scenarios expected with climate change Gobler and his lab associates will also identify levels of nutrient reduction needed to reduce these effects solicit feedback and communicate findings with management agencies in both New York (NY) and Connecticut (CT) Giovanna McClenachan is part of a set of five other research projects examining various aspects of salt marshes dynamics and restoration challenges McClenachan has received over $332,000 for a two-year study at specific NY and CT salt marshes where rates of elevation gain will be calculated landscape conditions influencing elevation change will be quantified Restoration managers will be provided with this data to maximize tidal marsh elevation gain increasing their resilience to sea level rise earth and environmental sciences who received her PhD in coastal oceanography at SBU has been awarded nearly $600,000 for another of the five projects exploring water quality issues along with her two co-PIs from University of Connecticut (Craig Tobias and Julie Granger) nutrients and phytoplankton at sites directly downstream and away from wastewater treatment plant outfalls during dry and wet periods The goals of this two-year study are to assess the relationship between nitrogen inputs and harmful algal blooms (HABs) as well as identify tipping points that trigger HABs species proliferation Findings will be shared with shellfish managers has received over $242,000 for “Restorative Aquaculture: Measuring the Extent of Ecosystem Services from Aquaculture Farms,” a one-year study Hare is investigating the contribution of oyster farms to wild oyster populations through migration of larvae from farmed oysters into native populations He and his colleagues are also assessing positive and negative consequences of genetic mixing of wild and farmed oyster populations Along with the other nine projects awarded in this suite this represents the largest award for Long Island Sound research in the history of the collaboration between the Connecticut and New York Sea Grant (CTSG Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)’s Long Island Sound Study (LISS) the projects selected will improve the understanding of factors impacting several fish species water quality and restoration of the estuary’s salt marshes “This research will benefit the Sound community and bring us new information on how best to manage and care for the Sound ecosystem,” said Lane Smith “With topics ranging from water quality improvement to salt marsh restoration to fish and shellfish population dynamics all with explicitly defined societal benefit and actionable outcomes we are certain this body of work will make a tangible impact on the interlinked ecosystems and economies of the Long Island Sound,” added Rebecca Shuford For more, read the complete NYSG press release New York Sea Grant a cooperative program of Cornell University and the State University of New York is one of 34 university-based programs under the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration’s National Sea Grant College Program the combined talents of university scientists and extension specialists help develop and transfer science-based information to many coastal user groups — businesses and industries state and local government decision-makers and agency managers NYSG historically leverages on average a 3 to 6-fold return on each invested federal dollar and the Stony Brook University community is celebrating with a number of events on and off campus a PhD candidate in Stony Brook University’s School of Marine and Atmospheric Sciences (SoMAS) has been awarded a New York Sea Grant (NYSG) John A Knauss Marine Policy Fellowship (Knauss Fellowship).. Charles Mikell and his team performed surgery at Stony Brook University Hospital implanting a device to help a 68-year-old who suffered a stroke 3 years ago The Stony Brook challenge concluded on April 30. The winner was Kitoko Melton, an undergraduate psychology major who recorded 214 refills. As a reward, the Office of Sustainability gave them a free Ocean water bottle and custom “Be Sustainable” stickers Additionally, a total of 813 refills were recorded on campus. According to the Fill it Forward app that is equivalent to almost 789 pounds of carbon emissions saved and almost 5 pounds of ocean pollution prevented due to reduced single-use plastics sustainability coordinator for Stony Brook’s West campus said the challenge to scan stickers at refillable water stations was popular on campus The number of participants exceeded her expectations “I did not have a refill number in mind,” Kluge said “I was merely hoping to reach a range of students to increase awareness of single-use plastics and I believe this challenge did that successfully and then some It was great to see all of the new SBU users join in and contribute whether the refill count was in the single digits to triple digits.” But the end of April does not mean the end of Fill it Forward The Office of Sustainability is planning to launch more campaigns next semester “We are hoping to have challenges for residence halls, class years, departments, and employees,”  Kluge said. “We encourage students to keep an eye out for updates on our Instagram and tabling events in the Fall.” faculty and staff can continue scanning and tracking their refills by following four simple steps: students can reduce their reliance on plastic by using their own cutlery and containers at dining halls and support zero-waste plans at work and at home Stony Brook's Office of Proposal Development recently hosted a reception recognizing the significant contributions of researchers in the peer review process MS of Stony Brook Surgery’s Division of Otolaryngology–Head and Neck Surgery (ENT) has been inducted as an Active Fellow into the esteemed American Laryngological Rhinological and Otological.. The Humanities Institute at Stony Brook (HISB) is hosting a full-day Regional Grant Application Writing Workshop on Thursday featuring a representative from the American Council of Learned Societies (ACLS).. More than 140 graduating seniors from Stony Brook University’s Honors College and WISE Honors Program presented their faculty-mentored senior projects and theses at the 2025 University Honors Senior Symposium on April 29 the event highlighted the breadth and depth of undergraduate research and creative work from students representing 55 academic departments across campus “It’s a pleasure to be gathering with you all to recognize and celebrate the exceptional research and creative work of our graduating Honors College and WISE Honors seniors,” said Catherine Sherman assistant dean for University Honors Programs “These posters represent more than just the completion of research and creative projects but serve as testaments to our Honor students’ intellect This year’s cohort was supported by 95 faculty mentors and explored topics ranging from marine animal rehabilitation and pulmonary disease research to machine learning in chemical physics The symposium provided a forum not only for students to share their findings and to reflect on the academic journeys that brought them to this point a senior majoring in mechanical engineering with a minor in marine sciences presented her project focused on designing a customized weighted vest for Chestnut a disabled green sea turtle suffering from positive buoyancy disorder “This project has given me experience working with and designing for marine animals which is another application of engineering within marine sciences,” she said “Being in an honors program increased my network … and I also found some of my closest friends through the mentorship groups during my freshman year.” Biochemistry major Gabriella Vaccaro developed a bioinformatic pipeline to analyze RNA sequencing data related to pulmonary cryptococcosis with a goal of identifying potential therapeutic targets for immunosuppressed patients “The Honors College played a pivotal role in launching my undergraduate research career,” she said “It set in motion a butterfly effect of opportunities that have completely shaped my academic and professional paths.” Vaccaro will attend Carnegie Mellon University to pursue a PhD in biological sciences a double major in physics and applied mathematics and statistics shared his work on neural network models for predicting reaction probabilities in thermolecular chemical processes “Each course I took in the Honors College was impactful,” said Julian who plans to continue his research as a PhD student at Stony Brook “The research I have conducted so far has greatly influenced my choice to continue my education.” Stony Brook University Distinguished Professor and poet Rowan Ricardo Phillips read from his works and discussed his life In a recent address on the floor of the US House of Representatives Nick LaLota (NY-1) made a powerful statement about the vital role of federal investments in research and education in securing America’s.. The Stony Brook women's lacrosse team continued its remarkable stretch of excellence by winning its third straight CAA Championship leveraging an additional $3.6M in matched dollars — for 13 projects across five institutions in New York and Connecticut — Stony.. “I look forward to all that we can do this semester and I am relying on your continued commitment to our university to make further progress.” Read more Twenty students from across academic disciplines at Stony Brook this year will receive the Provost’s Award for Academic Excellence The award is given annually to a select group of graduating seniors who have demonstrated academic excellence in the classroom as well as through research and creative activities or through building a stronger academic community on campus “I’m deeply impressed by each of these students and their consistent hard work and dedication to their studies,” said Carl W executive vice provost for academic affairs and provost “Stony Brook is the state’s top public university and a flagship not only because of our incredible faculty and research but also because our students are some of the best around.” The award is given by the Office of the Provost and the Division of Undergraduate Education “Of course we’re proud of all of our graduates and we are especially proud of students like these who have made such a difference on our campus and in our community,” said Rachelle Germana senior associate provost for undergraduate education “I’m delighted to be able to recognize these students as they prepare to graduate and take their next steps in life.” Stony Brook University’s Department of Computer Science has received a significant boost to its research capabilities thanks to a generous $100,000 unrestricted gift from Google Stony Brook University associate professor Ali Farhadzadeh spearheads an NSF-funded research project on how coastal flooding causes foundation damage The second cohort of Stony Brook University’s Simons STEM Scholars Program came to Stony Brook in July for a six-week Summer Bridge Program The Stony Brook women’s lacrosse team continued its remarkable stretch of excellence by winning its third straight CAA Championship, defeating second-seeded Drexel, 12-10 has won 11 conference championships — three in the CAA and eight in America East — and has advanced to the NCAA Tournament for the 12th straight year the top seed and host of the conference playoffs celebrated a conference championship for the 10th time on their home turf at LaValle Stadium thanks to a game-high five points from Charlotte Wilmoth (three goals two assists) and two goals apiece from Isabella Caporuscio Casey Colbert and Courtney Maclay also scored for the Seawolves Avery Hines continued her defensive dominance causing six turnovers to set a new Stony Brook single-season record of 67 she outdid her 66 caused turnovers last season for the most caused turnovers in a single season in program history Four Seawolves earned All-Championship Team honors for their standout play in the tournament — Budke Allie Masera and Molly LaForge — Budke named the Most Outstanding Performer Stony Brook (15-4) currently holds a 29-game winning streak in conference and conference tournament games as a member of the CAA and head coach Joe Spallina improved to 23-1 in conference tournament games at Stony Brook the Seawolves have now won 22 consecutive conference tournament games The Seawolves learned their NCAA Tournament placement after the selection show May 4 and will open against Loyola Maryland (13-6) on Friday Stony Brook University has named David Wrobel as the next dean of the College of Arts and Sciences at Stony Brook University Are you ready to challenge the status quo and spark some serious change Then join others at the Student Activities Center on Friday The Quantum Networks Town Hall was a component of Stony Brook University’s quantum science collaboration with Columbia Here's how to watch the 2025 Stony Brook vs Campbell on FloCollege 18vs17Stony Brook Softball Defeats Stony Brook to Take Series vsStony Brook Women’s Lacrosse Fall Short to Stony Brook in CAA Championship5/3/2025 3:00:00 PM | Women's Lacrosse Bea Buckley Sets Single-Season Program Assists Record 7vs6Stony Brook Game Recap: Women's Lacrosse | 5/1/2025 4:36:00 PM Thanks for visiting The use of software that blocks ads hinders our ability to serve you the content you came here to enjoy We ask that you consider turning off your ad blocker so we can deliver you the best experience possible while you are here Game Recap: Baseball | 5/4/2025 5:01:00 PM Thanks for visiting Game Recap: Baseball | 5/3/2025 8:45:00 PM TOP 6 | 🐺 8, 🐯 7GRAND SLAM EPJ 👏🌊🐺 x #NCAABaseball pic.twitter.com/KJnt0SSkD7 TOP 5 | 🐺 3, 🐯 6 Another day, another Nico nuke 🚀🌊🐺 x #NCAABaseball pic.twitter.com/RmRAzjxsPq Thanks for visiting ! 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Women’s Lacrosse Battles Stony Brook in CAA Championship Game on Saturday5/2/2025 3:56:00 PM | Women's Lacrosse Game Recap: Women's Lacrosse | 5/3/2025 5:45:00 PM Thanks for visiting Nursing simulation centers will be established at Stony Brook University and two other State University of New York (SUNY) campuses as part of Governor Kathy Hochul’s signature legislation to expand simulation-based education in SUNY nursing programs The $62 million investment includes $35 million in direct SUNY capital awards with the remaining funds contributed by campus matches The three nursing simulation centers will be located at Stony Brook University we’re investing in the talent of aspiring professionals across our state and in the health care workforce we all rely on,” Governor Hochul said in her May 2 announcement “The SUNY nursing simulation centers will make extraordinary strides toward preparing students and strengthening the pipeline of excellence in our SUNY system and beyond.” Stony Brook and SUNY Canton have been named SUNY Regional Nursing Simulation Centers and will serve as critical resources for the Long Island and North Country regions Buffalo has been designated a SUNY System-Wide Nursing Simulation Center of Excellence envisioned as a cutting-edge hub for simulation-based education and innovation across the system “SUNY is committed to strengthening New York’s healthcare workforce and today’s groundbreaking investment in nursing simulation is a testament to this commitment and a reminder of the key role public higher education plays in health outcomes and workforce development,” said SUNY Chancellor John B “Following enactment of Governor Hochul’s 2023 law championed by Senators Stavisky and Fahy and Assemblymember Lupardo to establish nursing simulation SUNY is at the forefront of simulation-based nursing education — transforming how we prepare our students to address the healthcare workforce shortage and evolving healthcare needs of New Yorkers.” The selected campuses will provide high-quality hands-on training for some of the most needed clinical practice areas in health care each campus has committed to significant prelicensure nursing program enrollment growth leveraging the legislation Governor Hochul signed in May of 2023 permitting nursing students to complete up to one-third of their clinical training through high-quality simulation experiences the new regional nursing simulation center will support a 19 percent increase in prelicensure nursing enrollment in the first-year post-project completion with a projected 27 percent increase over the next five years Stony Brook will significantly expand its simulation space footprint to enhance in-person nursing education while also leveraging advanced simulcast software technology to provide remote learning opportunities across Long Island “We are grateful to Governor Hochul, SUNY, and Stony Brook University for this opportunity to expand and enhance nursing education through simulation-based learning. The Stony Brook School of Nursing NEXUS Innovation Center epitomizes our commitment to advancing nursing education through innovation and collaboration,” said Stony Brook University School of Nursing Dean Patricia Bruckenthal “By integrating cutting-edge simulation technologies we are not only enhancing the clinical competencies of our students and nursing students across our region but also fostering an environment where interdisciplinary teams can engage in transformative learning experiences This center stands as a testament to our dedication to preparing nurse leaders who will shape the future of healthcare delivery.”   “As Suffolk County’s only academic medical center, Stony Brook University is proud to be at the forefront of healthcare education and workforce development. This designation as a SUNY Regional Nursing Simulation Center reflects our long-standing commitment to preparing the next generation of nurses,” said Executive Vice President for Stony Brook Medicine William A “Through this important partnership with SUNY we will significantly expand access to high-quality hands-on clinical training — helping to address the critical nursing shortage grow the healthcare workforce and ensure our communities have the skilled professionals they need to thrive.” The $62 million investment will directly support prelicensure nursing program enrollment increases the three designated simulation centers are projected to add hundreds of new prelicensure nursing students annually while also expanding training capacity at partner SUNY campuses across the state Stony Brook University associate professor Krishna Veeramah's study of ancient DNA provides insight into European communities after the fall of the Roman Empire School of Marine and Atmospheric Sciences Dean Paul Shepson recognized student artist Norah Allam for the octopus mural she painted in the Endeavor Hall lobby professor in Stony Brook University's Department of Computer Science has been awarded the prestigious National Science Foundation CAREER award Twelve Stony Brook University graduate students have been named recipients of the 2025 SUNY Graduate Research Empowering and Accelerating Talent (GREAT) Award joining 38 students across the SUNY system recognized for their cutting-edge research and national fellowship achievements “SUNY is a nationwide leader when it comes to cutting-edge research in fields from healthcare to emerging technologies and these awardees are stellar examples of what our students are capable of achieving,” said SUNY Chancellor John B “The great minds we help cultivate through the investments we make today will help ensure that New York State are better off tomorrow and for generations to come.” This year’s research projects span AI for environmental resilience about 30 percent come from historically underrepresented groups in science and academia and more than one-third were the first in their families to earn a college degree Stony Brook’s 2025 SUNY GREAT Awardees: professor in Stony Brook University's Department of Physics and Astronomy has uncovered a novel regime for cooperative radiative phenomena The Academy of Civic Life is a pre-college summer program at Stony Brook University that addresses issues of inequity in access to higher education and students are invited to help guide the conversation and present their research and ideas at the inaugural Climate Solutions Summit NYC hosted this spring by The New York.. Thanks for visiting “A” Grade from The Leapfrog Group places Stony Brook among the safest hospitals in the nation an independent national nonprofit watchdog focused on patient safety Leapfrog assigns letter grades to general hospitals across the country based on over 30 performance measures reflecting errors as well as the systems hospitals have in place to prevent them “Earning these ‘A’ grades from The Leapfrog Group affirms our ongoing commitment to providing safe Executive Vice President for Stony Brook Medicine “This achievement is a testament to the dedication of our entire healthcare team who work tirelessly to ensure our patients receive outstanding care in the safest environment possible.” “This top mark is a reflection of how deeply every member of the Stony Brook team cares about our patients,” said Carol Gomes Chief Executive Officer of Stony Brook University Hospital they go the extra mile to keep those in our community safe exceptional care is always close to home—delivered by people who truly put the patient’s well-being first.” this is Stony Brook University Hospital’s second “A” and Stony Brook Southampton Hospital’s third sequential safety A grade making it one of only 16 hospitals in New York State to achieve three consecutive ‘As.’ “We are honored to have again earned the nation’s top distinction for patient safety an ‘A’ from the Leapfrog Hospital Safety Grade,” said Emily Mastaler and represents the dedication of every one of our team members “Achieving an ‘A’ Hospital Safety Grade reflects enormous dedication to patient safety,” said Leah Binder “I extend my congratulations to Stony Brook University Hospital and Stony Brook Southampton Hospital for creating a culture where patients come first.”  The Leapfrog Hospital Safety Grade stands as the only hospital ratings program focused solely on preventable medical errors infections and injuries that kill more than 500 patients a day in the United States About The Leapfrog Group:                                                                                 2024 – Stony Brook University Hospital (SBUH) has been recognized as a 2024-25 Best Hospital by U.S Analysis of east coast data from 1995 to 2022 led by SoMAS professor published in Conservation Biology STONY BROOK 2024 – Increased whale strandings on the east coast of the United States remain a concern.. 2024 — Stony Brook University Hospital and Stony Brook Southampton Hospital are two of only nine hospitals in New York State that have been acknowledged as Pediatric Innovators in the.. Game Recap: Women's Lacrosse | 5/1/2025 9:36:00 PM | by Chase Strawser Thanks for visiting Timothy Glotch a planetary scientist at Stony Brook University leads one of only two United States research teams granted access to rare lunar materials collected by China’s Chang’e-5 mission marking a significant moment of international scientific collaboration in space exploration The Chang’e-5 mission marks the first return of lunar samples to Earth in decades and Glotch’s selection underscores his leading role in the field of planetary science His team’s access to these unique materials originating from a geologically younger and previously unsampled region of the Moon presents an invaluable opportunity to advance our understanding of lunar history and evolution Stony Brook University officials have celebrated Glotch’s selection highlighting it as a testament to the institution’s strength in geosciences and its continued contributions to space exploration research This accomplishment reflects Stony Brook’s dedication to cultivating a vibrant research environment where as Vice President for Research and Innovation Kevin Gardner affirms “Professor Glotch’s expertise and groundbreaking access to these materials are powerful testaments to his work and the strength of Stony Brook’s research enterprise The supportive framework we have cultivated is designed to empower our talented researchers to reach the highest levels of success make meaningful contributions to global scientific understanding and drive innovation in fields like remote sensing and materials science.” Beyond his groundbreaking access to the Chang’e-5 lunar samples Glotch has established himself as a prominent figure in planetary science through his extensive research and involvement in numerous NASA missions His primary research interest lies in understanding the mineralogy and composition of the surfaces of the Moon and what the mineralogy and composition of the surfaces of those planets are or planetary bodies are primarily as a tool to understand how they formed and evolved over time.” Unraveling the surface composition of planets and other space objects is crucial for understanding Earth’s own formation and evolution potentially identifying valuable resources for future space endeavors and inspiring the next generation of scientists and engineers utilizing both remote sensing data collected by satellites orbiting these celestial bodies and conducting laboratory analyses of returned samples both in remote sensing and laboratory settings This technique allows him to identify the unique “infrared fingerprints” of different rocks providing crucial insights into their composition every organic molecule having essentially an infrared fingerprint that we can use to identify what we see on the surface,” Glotch noted His lab at Stony Brook is equipped to analyze samples at scales ranging from millimeters down to tens of nanometers allowing for both bulk and detailed investigations Glotch is also deeply engaged with NASA’s space exploration endeavors He serves as a co-investigator on the Lunar Reconnaissance Orbiter (LRO) mission contributing to our understanding of the Moon’s surface he and his colleague Deanne Rogers were previously participating scientists on the OSIRIS-REx mission which successfully returned a sample from the asteroid Bennu “We have tons of mission work which is really exciting because we get to look at some of that data before anybody else does And we get to make exciting discoveries and be part of those science teams.” Glotch leads the RISE2 node of NASA’s Solar System Exploration Research Virtual Institute (SSERVI) This significant role involves fostering collaboration among scientists at Stony Brook NASA and other institutions to advance research critical for upcoming human lunar exploration The work within the RISE2 node encompasses a wide range of studies laboratory analysis of lunar samples and the interpretation of remote sensing data The planetary science group at Stony Brook is a highly collaborative and intellectually vibrant environment Several colleagues have also made significant contributions to Mars exploration with involvement in the Mars rovers Curiosity and Perseverance This collective expertise and shared resources create a rich setting for cutting-edge research in the field Glotch’s work extends far beyond the current study of the Chang’e-5 samples solidifying his impact on our understanding of the solar system the China National Space Administration (CNSA) initiated a highly competitive global call for research proposals to study the Chang’e-5 lunar samples the first returned to Earth since the Apollo missions decades ago This announcement sparked significant interest within the international scientific community as these samples originate from a geologically younger and previously unexamined region of the Moon recognizing the immense scientific value of this opportunity collaborated with colleagues from the University of Hong Kong and San Francisco State University to submit a detailed proposal with numerous applicants submitting proposals to investigate the rare lunar material highlighting the strong merit and potential of their proposed research to contribute meaningfully to our understanding of the Moon Their proposal specifically requested both a soil sample and a thin section of rock enabling a comprehensive analysis from a macroscopic to a microscopic level The granting of access to these unique samples underscores the international recognition of Glotch’s expertise in planetary surface analysis and the potential for groundbreaking discoveries to emerge from his team’s investigation NASA was involved in negotiating a loan agreement with the CNSA to facilitate the transfer of the samples to U.S Despite securing a Congressional exemption to the Wolf Amendment for U.S negotiations for a loan agreement with the CNSA ultimately failed due to unresolved issues leading to the reinstatement of the NASA funding restrictions for this collaboration Glotch and his team were granted permission to proceed with the research using non-NASA funding Stony Brook University has stepped in to provide the necessary financial support “I really appreciate the support of the Vice President for Research and Innovation the Dean of the College of Arts and Sciences The departments have come up with internal funds for me to be able to travel to China travel to the other institutions with the samples and ultimately bring the samples back to Stony Brook,” Glotch explained The analysis of the Chang’e-5 samples by Glotch’s team promises to be a significant contribution to lunar science further solidifying Stony Brook’s position as a leading research university in the planetary sciences The timeline for the sample transfer and the commencement of research is expected to be announced by CNSA in the near future Glotch’s research will focus on collecting infrared spectra of the Chang’e-5 soil samples under simulated lunar conditions to enable a more quantitative interpretation of lunar remote sensing data and collaborating with colleagues to make magnetic measurements of the samples to study space weathering This research will also provide the CNSA with an absolute calibration of soil maturity measurements enhancing the value of their sample analyses Glotch emphasizes that planetary science research contributes to our understanding of Earth and inspires the next generation of planetary scientists “The more we learn about other planets and how they form and how they evolve the more we learn about the Earth,” Glotch stated “Beyond expanding our understanding of space planetary science inspires and trains the next generation of scientists and engineers this is a key part of our research enterprise providing valuable lab experience to students at all levels and cultivating future science leaders.” brought back approximately 1,731 grams (around 3.8 pounds) of lunar regolith from a previously unsampled region of the Moon a younger volcanic area known as Oceanus Procellarum These samples are significant for planetary scientists offering a new perspective on lunar history and evolution compared to the older samples collected by the Apollo missions Glotch’s work underscores Stony Brook University’s vital role in driving cutting-edge research in the planetary sciences and our understanding of where we came from Join the 2024 Welcome Back Bash and Faculty/Staff Appreciation Day Football returns to Stony Brook on Saturday as the Seawolves take on the Stonehill Skyhawks at 3:30 pm at LaValle Stadium Former Republican congressman Joe Walsh and gun safety activist Fred Guttenberg spoke about civil discourse and voting at two events at Stony Brook University Stony Brook University Hospital leadership members Carol Gomes and Carolyn Santora were both honored with 2024 HERALD Excellence in Healthcare Awards The American Society of Civil Engineers: Stony Brook Chapter (ASCE-SBU) participated in the 2025 ASCE Metropolitan Student Symposium held April 25 to 27 at the New Jersey Institute of Technology (NJIT) More than 15 colleges and universities attended the event filled with networking workshops professional development activities and six technical competitions The ASCE-SBU Chapter had the best showing ever and Stony Brook University’s students showed their creative thinking and staff to hear about the hard work and dedication that their peers in ASCE have done over the past year It’s been truly an amazing experience to be able to work with everyone on the ASCE team and I believe the fruits of their labor and passion have really been seen by this year’s results.”  Civil engineering faculty supporting this year’s participation of the ASCE-SBU team included Rigoberto Burgueño (ASCE-SBU faculty advisor) chair of the Department of Civil Engineering noted: “We could not be prouder of our students who with great independence and limited resources continue to outdo themselves and represent our department and university exceptionally It was a great experience to support them during the symposium weekend and see their efforts pay off.” Two Stony Brook University geosciences professors are part of a consortium that has received $50 million from the U.S Stony Brook University has been crowned the 2024 champion of the annual Car Free Day Long Island an event that encourages people to get around without cars Stony Brook University employees who marked milestones of 25 years or more of service in 2024 were honored with a Service Recognition Luncheon February 27 Please enable Javascript for full functionality The catalog contains information about our courses Stony Brook University follows the policies of the SUNY Board of Trustees Fees and charges are determined accordingly and may change due to policy updates or legislative actions during the covered period The official Undergraduate Catalog is published online updated at the start of each registration cycle The March edition covers Summer Sessions and Fall while the October edition covers Winter Session and Spring.  If conflicts arise between the catalog and other university sources the catalog prevails for courses and academic policies The University reserves the right to amend the catalog at any time without notice to reflect changes in policy and accreditation regulations take precedence over catalog information This publication is available in alternative formats upon request The Office of the Registrar produces the Undergraduate Catalog Stony Brook University is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education (MSCHE) 2 Boston College lacrosse is back for another NCAA tournament appearance After seven consecutive national championship appearances the reigning champions are looking to go back-to-back 1 North Carolina 14–12 in the ACC Championship game just a week ago 8–1 Atlantic Coast) are searching for revenge going into the tournament BC will take on either Loyola Maryland (13–6 8–0 Coastal Athletic) in the second round of the tournament next Saturday at noon in Alumni Stadium With three of its players earning ACC Honors in Rachel Clark the Eagles have the weapons to make yet another run Clark was named the ACC Attacker of the Year while Dolce earned the ACC Goalie of the Year All three of them were also named to ACC All-First Team and were placed on the top-15 Tewaaraton Watch List The last time that the Eagles played Loyola Maryland was in its season-opener in Fish Field House on Feb. 7, when BC defeated the Greyhounds 21–7 Clark and Emma LoPinto accounted for 13 of BC’s 21 goals with Clark registering seven goals and LoPinto six with one loss coming against Syracuse and the other to Navy in the Patriot League Championship the last time that BC played Stony Brook was in 2018 when the Eagles won 12–11 in a narrow overtime win In its all-time record against the Seawolves with its one loss coming in a 11–9 loss in 2016 The Seawolves are currently on a six-game win streak after winning the CAA Championship 12–10 against second-seeded Drexel Both teams will offer BC a punch-for-punch battle in the second round but the Eagles are no stranger to this stage BC has won 14 straight NCAA Tournament games when hosting NEWS SPORTS ARTS MAGAZINE NEWTON OPINIONS MULTIMEDIA Following a dominant 15-4 victory over Elon in the CAA Championship Semifinals on May 1, the No. 19 Stony Brook women’s lacrosse team advanced to its third consecutive CAA championship game The Seawolves will now take on Drexel for the CAA title on Saturday The game will be streamed live on LacrosseTV Purchase Tickets Altebrando had yet another impressive showing Come out to support women’s lacrosse as the team goes for another CAA title — let’s go Seawolves Michele Fischer ’99 and their family are giving back to Stony Brook students Wang Center this fall are designed to provide unique experiences that highlight the beauty of Asian cultural heritage Stony Brook University Computer Science professors Niranjan Balasubramanian and Michalis Polychronakis have each received Amazon Research Awards Fourteen outstanding Stony Brook University seniors were among the 193 students recognized with the 2025 Chancellor’s Award for Student Excellence (CASE) — the State University of New York’s highest honor bestowed on a student community service and creative or performing arts This year’s honorees were celebrated during an awards ceremony on April 29 in Albany we honor you with the highest recognition given to a SUNY student acknowledging your dedication and your excellence,” said SUNY Chancellor John B “We are proud of all that you have achieved here at SUNY Each SUNY campus is eligible to nominate a select number of students based on enrollment size and honorees are chosen by a systemwide selection committee Delivering the keynote at the CASE celebration was Derek Peterson a Stony Brook University alumnus and CEO of Soter Technologies who emphasized the importance of resilience and innovation This award is only the beginning of more to come Continue to shine bright and be the difference maker.” NY) — A Globalization and International Relations and Political Science major with a minor in Creative Writing and Literature Alexandre is an Obama-Chesky Voyager Scholar fluent in four languages Her global résumé includes work at the United Nations in Geneva business development at the Canadian Consulate she will travel to Tanzania for sustainability work and launch a U.S.-based film initiative highlighting diverse narratives NY) — A University Scholar majoring in applied mathematics and statistics with a minor in information systems Bobadilla has interned at FreedomCare and serves as a lead tutor She’s also active in Women in Business and a research team focused on population health informatics She plans to pursue graduate studies in data analytics NY) — A first-generation student majoring in mass communication and sociology with minors in women’s and gender studies and health Charvez is a resident assistant and president of Jubilé Latino She conducts research on abortion access and works at Stony Brook’s UNITI Cultural Center NY) — A first-generation college student double majoring in globalization studies and international relations and economics Cheema is a campus activist and student leader Her roles have included president of Stony Brook’s NAACP Chapter and leadership in the Center for Civic Justice NY) — A biology major who combines service with science Gillespie volunteers with the American Cancer Society and leads fundraising for Project Sunshine His Alzheimer’s biomarker research focuses on underserved communities NY) — A history and political science double major in the Honors College He aims to pursue a career in higher education Kulkarni conducts honors thesis research in microfluidics under Eric Brouzes an associate professor in Biomedical Engineering She is president of the Society of Women Engineers’ Stony Brook chapter and clinical research associate at Stony Brook Hospital NY) — A biology and psychology double major Nessim conducts Alzheimer’s research and is founder and president of Stony Brook’s chapter of the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society He has raised more than $11,000 in memory of his grandfather NY) — A health sciences and English double major Rahman is a published poet and healthcare advocate He interned at the NYC Department of Health and now works in HIV prevention at Stony Brook Children’s Hospital He also serves as managing editor of the Sandpiper Review NY) — A chemical and molecular engineering major in the Honors College Razgonyaev has conducted research at Brookhaven National Laboratory and led humanitarian efforts through a nonprofit he founded sending medical supplies to children’s hospitals in Eastern Europe NY) — A mechanical engineering major in the WISE Honors Program Shehu is a first-generation student and co-founder of the nonprofit Lindenhurst Launchpad She also leads Stony Brook’s American Society of Mechanical Engineers chapter and mentors fellow students TX) — A chemistry major specializing in chemical physics Goldwater Scholar and a national conference presenter He serves on the executive board of the Society of Physics Students earning national recognition for the chapter The SUNY Board of Trustees commended the students: “Each year we look forward to celebrating CASE awardees and thanking these inspirational role models from across our SUNY colleges and universities we are grateful for your leadership on campus and we offer our best wishes for what comes next.” View a photo gallery of SBU’s award-winning students with Chancellor King and Usama Shaikh Stony Brook assistant chief diversity officer: Stony Brook University has announced the 2024 class of 40 Under Forty alumni honorees who will be recognized during Homecoming week During her first campus visit as president-elect on March 3 Andrea Goldsmith expressed excitement about becoming Stony Brook University's seventh president A study conducted by Stony Brook assistant professor Tuhin Chakrabarty AI Large Language Models struggle solving the New York Times word game Connections Preserving the health of kidneys in patients with diabetes can be challenging because the disease often brings complications over time. Sandeep Mallipattu, MD, professor of medicine and chief of the Division of Nephrology and Hypertension in the Department of Medicine in the Renaissance School of Medicine (RSOM) at Stony Brook University investigates cell-to-cell communication within the kidneys a process that helps maintain the health and function of kidneys Mallipattu’s latest research is supported by the National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases (NIDDK) a branch of the National Institutes of Health with a $2.76 million grant that runs through February 2029 According to the National Kidney Foundation close to one-third of patients with Type 1 diabetes and between 10 and 40 percent of those with Type 2 diabetes will eventually experience kidney failure “The major cause of kidney disease in the United States is diabetes therefore understanding mechanisms of how diabetes can cause kidney disease are critical to identifying novel therapeutics to reverse disease,” Mallipattu said The NIDDK grant will help Mallipattu investigate specific aspects how cell-to-cell communication in the kidney operates and is critical for maintaining kidney health in diabetes he and his team are testing how a novel signaling cascade between two major cell types in the kidney contribute to the preservation of kidney health and thus potentially prevent diabetic kidney disease (DKD) which are essentially used for a kidney filtration barrier critical for metabolic activity in the kidney and electrolyte management within the kidney Mallipattu points out that while podocyte loss and glomerular injury within the kidney are the inciting events in DKD the severity of proximal tubular injury is the key determinant of DKD progression to end-stage kidney disease “We postulate that the podocytes can signal the proximal tubule to precondition it against injury and slow the progression of DKD in the setting of diabetes,” he explained Mallipattu hopes that the team’s research on the signaling cascade between the two cell types proves this hypothesis This new research is related to previously published (in Nature Communications) research along with ongoing work by Dr Mallipattu and colleagues that may determine whether a certain gene can help halt DKD For more on the wider focus of Mallipattu’s kidney disease research through the RSOM, visit the Mallipattu Lab website dining isn’t just about food — it’s about community SBU Eats’ dedicated staff works hard to create a welcoming environment where students can feel at.. Ankur Sikder — the URECA researcher of the month for July — is a biochemistry major who does research under the mentorship of Mei Lin (Ete) Chan an assistant professor in the Department of Biomedical Engineering Stony Brook Medicine (SBM) has once again been recognized by the American Heart Association for its commitment to delivering high-quality patient care across cardiovascular and stroke focus areas The Avram Theater at Stony Brook Southampton reverberated with the sound of jazz music with the opening show of The Jazz Loft @ Southampton Concert Series The April 24 concert celebrated the pioneers who intertwined jazz with the principles of democracy with original compositions from band members This was the first of five concerts to be held at Stony Brook Southampton over the spring and summer “Our first concert was a great success and a wonderful way to kick off what promises to be an inspiring and incredible series,” said Thomas Manuel Stony Brook University Jazz Department Endowed Artist in Residence Fellow and curator of the five-concert series John Marshall on tenor saxophone and Joe Devassy on trombone Manuel noted that the concert’s repertoire explored some rare and unique compositions including a piece entitled “Left Alone,” composed by Mal Waldron and Billie Holiday in 1958 but never recorded before Lady Day’s untimely death Waldron was Holiday’s accompanist and the father of Mala Waldron “The Avram Theatre is just an incredible venue with marvelous acoustics,” Manuel added “I was thrilled to see the lobby bustling with people enjoying conversation at intermission and after the show The team at Southampton and the vision they have for the campus is impressive and their hard work is really coming to fruition Southampton and its surrounding area has such a well established arts community and I’m happy that we can add to that and deposit a bit of our Jazz vibe for people to enjoy.” The concert series boasts some of the biggest names on the national and international jazz scene today. Recent Grammy-winning artist and composer Dan Pugach and his big band featuring vocalist Allison Rumley will play the Avram on Thursday, May 29, at 7 pm. Purchase tickets online. Ensuing concerts feature stellar performers which is literally a once-in-a-lifetime experience with a six-piece band whose collective age equals 464 years “These Jazz legends are without question our ancestors; voices who were there performing and recording with the likes of Duke Ellington Latin jazz giant Carlos Jimenez with his band Mambo Dolcet perform on July 24 exploring the vibrant rhythms and cultures of Latin jazz from Spain all outside under a tent on the Stony Brook Southampton campus The closing concert August 28 will feature The Jazz Loft Orchestra a 17-piece ensemble presenting a diverse and eclectic programming that is sure to wow attendees The Jazz Orchestra has been the voice for jazz for decades similar to the role a symphony orchestra serves in the classical music tradition The concerts are also presented in parallel with inspiring exhibits at the Avram Gallery One exhibit will spotlight local Greenport abstract artist Vincent Quattroche and another will celebrate the life and career of music personality Xavier Cugat an afternoon discussion and lunch will bring together four generations of Jazz artists Tom Manuel and The Jazz Loft has been a true pleasure whose talent and generosity have helped bring The Avram Theater back to life in such an inspiring way,” Pearson said “We’re thrilled to welcome more incredible artists to the series in the months ahead and to continue building momentum with events that bring people together through music Stony Brook University and New York Law School hosted the start of a new program series on "Civic Leadership Law and Social Welfare" November 25 in Manhattan a pitch competition similar to the popular TV show Shark Tank celebrated its 10th anniversary in November Executive Vice President for Stony Brook Medicine William A MD announced that Judi Brown Clarke’s role will include integrating health equity principles into research Unionized workers at Stony Brook University rallied outside a campus parking garage on April 9 to voice concerns about parking issues When Katherine Markarian first started working at Stony Brook University Hospital 40 years ago she parked in a free gravel pit a quick walk from campus and the current free option is too far from the hospital That leaves her with the choice of using a paid parking lot that's closer or applying to park in one of the university's crowded garages She's decided instead to bike three miles to work to avoid the cost and the hassle — when weather permits the instructional support tech and Setauket resident said she drives and leaves her car in the free lot about 15 minutes across campus “When the parking fees got too much for me She is one of many unionized employees at the university who argue that having to pay their employer to park is unfair many of whom are clinical or support staff are particularly miffed at their options — three garages undergoing renovations at the same time and far-flung parking lots that make it more challenging for them to get from their cars to their jobs on time The university maintains that its parking fees  have not gone up in many years and that while the employer has proposed more than doubling the rate But when new parking policies were enacted last month requiring all workers to re-register their vehicles in a new management system three major unions representing Stony Brook workers were incensed and organized a rally on April 9 to voice their concerns The new policy also stipulates that employees who miss payments lose their parking spot after eight days and have to wait for a new one patients and visitors face the stress of navigating an overpriced and poorly communicated parking system,” said Bruce Kube United University Professions Stony Brook chapter president during a speech at the rally UUP represents faculty and staff throughout the SUNY system The rally was held outside the parking garage adjacent to the hospital which is currently under heavy construction as are the other two garages near the administration building and the health sciences center a nurse at the hospital and a local leader with the Public Employees Federation science and professional workers in New York She argued that the years of tension and controversy around parking boils down to a fundamental issue we shouldn’t have to pay to park,” Pacholk said Parking has been a major point of contention between the unions and the university since 2018 when Stony Brook proposed a price hike that would see monthly parking fees go up to $50 per person in response to an $11 million projected deficit by 2027 Stony Brook has not implemented the price hike and officials said in a statement that “while those negotiations remain ongoing the campus continues essential work on parking facilities and maintaining normal operations.” The university paused its plans for a price hike after outcry from unions While parking "might seem like small potatoes," in the grand scheme of labor relations it should be seen under the umbrella of work conditions that employers negotiate with unions said John August an expert on health care and labor who serves as the director of Healthcare and Partner Programs at Cornell University's Scheinman Institute for Conflict Resolution "But it's not uncommon that an employer doesn't do that because they feel it's just an operational change," August said requires all employees to pay a $16.24 monthly parking fee If employees don’t pay within eight days of the due date they lose parking privileges and are placed on a waiting list to receive a new place to park They can also lose their parking privileges if they fail to register for the new system Stony Brook officials said in a statement that the changes were necessary because the old parking system was outdated and needed to be replaced  But the new system was the straw that broke the camel’s back for the unions university officials said in an email to Newsday that negotiations remain ongoing Stony Brook's vice president for the Enterprise Risk Management department and chief security officer said that the university first met with each union on campus in 2023 to introduce the new parking plan provide a financial overview and emphasized that rates hadn't gone up in more than three decades Pacholk disputes his version of events and contends that the unions were never given the opportunity to negotiate the change in terms a licensed practical nurse and the president of Civil Service Employees Association 614 which represents state workers in various industries said she is concerned about the more stringent policy  impacting patient care if employees lose their garage parking privileges due to missed payments or because they fail to register for the new system we cannot be locked out of the garage,” James-Allen said It’s about our workforce and recognition of hard work.”   The unions also highlight what they say is another big issue with parking at Stony Brook: parking for employees is based on date of hire with newer employees being given spots far from the hospital sometimes in a paid lot on the opposite side of the campus Walking to the hospital from there would take more than 30 minutes Many hospital campuses have shuttle services to get workers to and from their jobs but there typically aren't policies in place to protect the worker consequences with their employer if the shuttle is late or hits traffic a custodial supervisor with 17 years of experience working at the hospital said she often meets her staff with a sign-in sheet when they park on the lot across campus so they won’t be considered tardy by the time the shuttle drops them off While the unions and employer don't seem to see eye-to-eye about how the conflict has played out so far the tension around parking could hurt morale at the hospital — in an industry where worker morale has suffered in recent years “The labor-management relationship in health care is about as fraught as I’ve ever seen it since the pandemic,” said August who said the rising cost of living and employee burnout since 2020 have affected employees mentally and emotionally Pacholk said the unions had not received a response to their complaints about the new parking system at Stony Brook retail and all things business across Long Island By clicking Sign up, you agree to our privacy policy The parking garage at Stony Brook University Hospital Updated 32 minutes ago Off-campus gunfire has H.S Get more on these and other NewsdayTV stories The Newsday app makes it easier to access content without having to log in Unlimited Digital AccessOnly 25¢for 6 months The Stony Brook women’s lacrosse team clinched its third consecutive CAA regular season championship with a 15-5 victory over Hofstra University April 27 in the “Battle of Long Island.” are the top seed and host of the CAA Women’s Lacrosse Tournament Defeating Hofstra gave Stony Brook its 12th straight conference regular season title — three in the CAA and nine in America East 8-0) was paced by nine different goal scorers: Casey Colbert and Isabella Caporuscio each tallied hat tricks while Alexandra Fusco and Courtney Maclay each notched a pair and Charlotte Wilmoth had a career-high four assists Avery Hines collected a team-high four caused turnovers Goaltender Natalia Altebrando had another dominant outing making eight saves on a .615 save percentage The Seawolves extended their 27-game winning streak in conference and conference tournament games as a member of the CAA Stony Brook will face off against fourth seed Elon in the first tournament semifinal game at noon on May 1 Drexel will play Delaware in the second semifinal at 2:20 pm The winners will meet in the championship game May 3 at LaValle Stadium at 12:30 pm Tickets are available for the semifinals associate dean of research and learning at Stony Brook University Libraries has been awarded the ALA Medal of Excellence Award Team creates “Sun Rays and Long Days Our Brain’s Clock” video project It all started with a spark — a mix of curiosity and a love for sharing science Stony Brook University faculty Emma Walton Hamilton and her legendary mother The funds will be used to support faculty hiring and other AI-focused efforts in the establishment of a new Department of Technology “Many of our faculty and students are already exploring and applying how artificial intelligence can be integrated and applied to their fields,” said Carl W “In keeping with our position as a flagship and top public university this department will be a first-choice destination for faculty and students who will lead the responsible shaping of the societal impact of artificial intelligence This department is one more way we are creating pathways for creative inquiry and collaboration and I am deeply grateful to Dean Singer and our colleagues in CEAS for embracing this opportunity.” to explore applications of AI to challenges like energy and the environment this new department will be deeply collaborative and bring together faculty and students from disciplines including computer science and engineering political science and philosophy,” said Andrew C dean of the College of Engineering and Applied Sciences and I’m eager to see it develop across our campus ecosystem through active participation of so many groups across the campus.” Already, the Provost’s Office and CEAS Dean’s Office have charged three working groups to help establish the department and develop proposals for unique undergraduate and graduate programs that will draw students from around the country and internationally to study at Stony Brook “This is a tremendous opportunity to take what the Department of Technology and Society is already doing well and expand it and reimagine it into something that is truly special and interdisciplinary,” said Klaus Mueller interim chair of the CEAS Department of Technology and Society “Artificial intelligence is transforming the way we experience and explore the world and now Stony Brook will have a larger chance to shape its future.” Stony Brook is one of eight SUNY campuses to receive funding to develop departments centers or institutes focused on artificial intelligence and its impact on society from the state “The progression of AI research in New York State is going to inspire other states to follow our path,” Hochul said “Investing in AI within the SUNY system is an investment in our students to expand their knowledge about what the future will bring We are not just preparing students for AI – we’re shaping how AI serves society ensuring it strengthens communities and our economy.” and students are leading the way in using AI to advance the public good,” said SUNY Chancellor John B SUNY’s commitment to academic excellence includes making it possible for students from a wide range of disciplines to come together and develop the skills that will lead to lifelong success.” The Greenhouse Club and Campus Beautification Committee have been teaming up to breathe new life and create visual interest around the Life Sciences Building A key initiative in Stony Brook's committment to sustainability is allowing students to have an active role through the EcoLeader Internship Program Mónica Bugallo and her team are aiming to tear down barriers in STEM education at Stony Brook University with a new $2 million NSF grant Thanks for visiting Stony Brook midfield Kylie Budke against Drexel in the CAA women's lacrosse championship on Saturday Twelve straight NCAA tournament appearances in the CAA women’s lacrosse championship game Saturday afternoon at  LaValle Stadium the question asked of Seawolves head coach Joe Spallina was simple and straightforward: It would be tough–bordering on impossible–to debate the point The Seawolves (15-4) have won three straight CAA titles and dating back to 2013 when Stony Brook was in the American East have won 11 conference championships in 12 years The only year that Stony Brook did not win a conference title was 2020 when the season was paused due to COVID-19 “What we’ve done–our consistency–in this program through the years How could it [not be] when you win this many games in a row in conference I’m in my 14th year and I guess with COVID it’s 12 championships in a row I would say that’s a dynasty on steroids.” Facing the second-seeded Dragons (14-4) for the second time in 15 days the Seawolves had six players record multiple points Charlotte Wilmouth led Stony Brook with three goals and five points Isabella Caporuscio and Alexandra Fusco each scored twice for the Seawolves Goalkeeper Natalie Altebrando made five saves Budke was named the tournament’s Most Outstanding Player Budke’s unassisted goal with 3:27 remaining broke a 10-10 tie and was the tournament-winner Her insurance marker with 1:55 left gave the Seawolves the final margin of victory The junior midfielder pointed at her teammates when asked how and why she was able to make season-defining plays late in a meaningful game “Even in the huddle before the last goal they were all telling me ‘You got it who had scored seven goals this season prior to Saturday “I just feel like the camaraderie we have just pushed me to be even better.” top-seeded Stony Brook and second-seed Drexel experienced wild momentum swings There were eight ties and nine lead changes “Our leadership really stepped up,” Wilmouth said even though we had a goal and it was a great play In these types of games you don’t want to get too high and too low You kind of want to stay in that middle ground so you don’t let the game get away from you I think we did a really good job of listening to our leaders and just embodying a sense of confidence throughout all the different aspects of the game.” Although Stony Brook had a 30-15 advantage in shots on goal and Anna Maria Gragnani found the back of the net in successive fashion in a span of five minutes to give Drexel a 3-2 lead in the first quarter the teams spent the rest of the afternoon trading goals Marano and Gragnani each recorded a hat trick for the Dragons and goalkeeper Jenika Cuocco stopped 18 of 30 shots Their goalie had 18 saves and that’s a big reason why we couldn’t run away.” There are no statistics available for this player Thanks for visiting Stony Brook’s seventh annual Giving Day had another record-breaking year with the most supporters ever students and friends seized the opportunity to support areas of campus that mattered most to them Donors to this year’s Giving Day increased by more than 18 percent over last year’s record total More than $1 million was raised for 150 programs and funds By providing the critical resources that allow Seawolves to ‘Be Unstoppable,’ the community unlocked opportunities for pivotal student experiences “Giving Day is a remarkable day of generosity and an opportunity to energize Stony Brook’s unstoppable momentum,” said Stony Brook University Interim President Richard L “Each gift drives innovation and excellence faculty and medical professionals to excel and push the boundaries of their potential Stony Brook is deeply grateful to our generous donors who made this year another record-breaking success.” Stony Brook’s Alumni Association provided $10,000 for multiple challenges throughout the day including $5,000 for the project with the highest donors during the 24 hours of Giving Day which was the VIP Hockey Club with 277 donors The worldwide effort included support from 14 countries and 47 states Read the full story on SB Matters Multiple Stony Brook University faculty members in the Department of Civil Engineering are tackling robotics head-on to solve modern-day issues Four Stony Brook University students have been selected to participate in the highly competitive The New York Climate Exchange Summer Internship Program Stony Brook University's Dilip Gersappe and his research group have been awarded a $4M grant to study overcoming the negative effects of freeze-thaw cycles dean of the School of Engineering and Applied Science at Princeton University and a distinguished researcher has been named the seventh president of Stony Brook University Goldsmith’s appointment was announced February 19 by The State University of New York (SUNY) Board of Trustees Chairman Merryl H following a unanimous vote by the SUNY Board in New York City “Stony Brook University is a world-class institution known for its academic excellence and groundbreaking research an accessible and extraordinary academic institution and a renowned engine of research and innovation Goldsmith is the perfect choice to lead Stony Brook University’s next chapter and we commend the search committee for bringing such an excellent candidate to serve Stony Brook and SUNY.” “As one of New York State’s flagship institutions Stony Brook University is a vital asset for our economic growth and prosperity,” said Governor Kathy Hochul “Stony Brook is known for its groundbreaking research and exceptional academic programs ensuring that New Yorkers have access to affordable Goldsmith on her appointment as the next president of this prestigious university as I believe she will undoubtedly serve Stony Brook admirably.” Andrea Goldsmith’s vast experience as a dean and as a committed educator and academic leader makes her an extraordinary choice to lead this esteemed SUNY institution to new heights,” said SUNY Chancellor King “From the arts and humanities to artificial intelligence Stony Brook University has helped more than 220,000 alumni launch their careers and we are excited to have Andrea lead the university to help more New Yorkers achieve their dreams and lead the future.” “Stony Brook’s commitment to academic excellence and social mobility resonates profoundly with my values and I am deeply honored to join this remarkable institution,” Dr “I look forward to getting to know the Stony Brook community and to working alongside Stony Brook’s exceptional faculty and staff to serve our students and build upon the university’s upward momentum to achieve new heights of success in education and Stony Brook Chairman Law for this opportunity.” Goldsmith will lead one of SUNY’s flagship institutions a renowned R1 university and member of the Association of American Universities (AAU) which places it among the top 71 research institutions in North America A national leader in creating upward mobility Stony Brook ranked second among AAU institutions for its share of students who receive Pell grants Goldsmith will also oversee Stony Brook Medicine Long Island’s premier academic medical center and more than 200 community-based healthcare settings Stony Brook Medicine is ranked as one of America’s 50 Best for 2025 placing Stony Brook among the top 1% nationwide for overall excellence in care Stony Brook is a partner in the management and operation of Brookhaven National Laboratory and the University of Chicago on the list of major institutions that have a role in running federal research laboratories It is also the anchor institution for The New York Climate Exchange a world-leading climate solutions center on Governors Island in New York City “The search for Stony Brook’s next president was a rigorous and comprehensive process and the exceptional caliber of candidates reflected the university’s growing prominence,” said Kevin Law chairman of the Stony Brook Council and the Presidential Search Committee Goldsmith stood out as a leader with the vision and dedication to take Stony Brook to new heights We are confident she is the ideal choice to lead us into an exciting future.”  “I’m thrilled by the announcement that Andrea Goldsmith will be the next head of Stony Brook University,” said Marilyn Simons co-founder and chair of the Simons Foundation the high quality of her academic research experience and the success of her entrepreneurial endeavors qualifies her uniquely to lead Stony Brook at this time Andrea Goldsmith will think strategically and build community and serve all of Stony Brook’s constituencies The energy and enthusiasm she brings to SUNY’s mission is wonderful to see and will enhance her presidency’s success.” “The selection of Andrea Goldsmith as the next president ensures that Stony Brook continues on its path to excellence and delivers as a flagship university of the State of New York,” said Stony Brook Foundation Chair Richard L and understands what it takes to continue our momentum forward Goldsmith is an outstanding leader in higher education and it brings me great pride to see her at the helm of my alma mater Stony Brook University,” said former Stanford University President John Hennessy “Her accomplishments as a researcher and entrepreneur are exceptional and reflect her commitment to creating and promoting innovative ideas Having had the privilege of working alongside Dr I am confident that she is an excellent choice for the university’s presidency I wish her continued success as she embarks on this significant chapter in her distinguished career.” Chancellor King and the Board of Trustees thanked Dr Richard McCormick for serving as Stony Brook University’s interim president during the leadership transition Goldsmith is the Dean of Engineering and Applied Science at Princeton and the Arthur LeGrand Doty Professor of Electrical and Computer Engineering She was previously the Stephen Harris Professor of Engineering and Professor of Electrical Engineering at Stanford University Her research interests are in communications and their application to wireless communications She founded and served as chief technical officer of Plume WiFi (formerly Accelera and she serves on the board of directors for Intel She also served on the Presidential Council of Advisors on Science and Technology from 2021 through 2025 Goldsmith is a member of the National Academy of Engineering the Royal Swedish Academy of Engineering Sciences and the American Academy of Arts and Sciences She has received several awards for her work including induction into the Wireless History Foundation Hall of Fame and the National Inventors Hall of Fame the ACM Sigmobile Outstanding Contribution Award and the Silicon Valley/San Jose Business Journal’s Women of Influence Award She is author of the book Wireless Communications and co-author of MIMO Wireless Communications and Machine Learning and Wireless Communications all published by Cambridge University Press She received a BS in engineering math as well as MS and PhD degrees in electrical engineering from U.C Goldsmith was the founding chair of the IEEE Board of Directors Committee on Diversity and Inclusion She served as president of the IEEE Information Theory Society as founding chair of its student committee and as founding editor-in-chief of the IEEE Journal on Selected Areas in Information Theory She has also served on the board of governors for both the IEEE Information Theory and Communications Societies she served as chair of Stanford’s Faculty Senate and for multiple terms as a senator and on its Academic Council Advisory Board Commissions on Graduate and on Undergraduate Education Stony Brook University is sure to go above and beyond Stony Brook University’s International Genetically Engineered Machine team brought home a gold medal for the third time ever at the iGEM Giant Jamboree in Paris from Stony Brook University’s Department of Computer Science and the Institute for Advanced Computational Science (IACS) has secured a prestigious National Science Foundation (NSF).. 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