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Judith Brown Clarke is Stony Brook Universitys chief diversity officer. Clarke came into the position on Feb. 17. RABIA GURSOY/STATESMAN FILE

Dr. Judith B. Clarke discusses women in power with Leading Women of Tomorrow

Amaya McDonald November 19, 2020
Following the historic election of Vice President Kamala Harris, Stony Brook’s chapter of Leading Women of Tomorrow met with Dr. Judith Brown Clarke to discuss the growth of women in politics with powerful positions.
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Melissa Mazza submission for the 
ART BY MELISSA MAZZA

Stony Brook University artists address injustice in RECKONING: Student Digital Mural

Amaya McDonald November 1, 2020
Recently submitted to be displayed as part of Stony Brook’s RECKONING: Student Digital Mural, Mazza created “Untitled 14” in 2014 following the death of 18-year-old Michael Brown Jr., who was shot and killed by police officer Darren Wilson in Ferguson, Missouri.
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Paper flyers seen around campus for the Stony Brook Film Festival, which is free for students. SARA RUBERG/THE STATESMAN

The Stony Brook Film Festival “Corners” Review

Amaya McDonald September 22, 2020
The release of the short film “Corners” by IndieFlix Festivals on Thursday, Sept. 17, kicked off the second week of the Stony Brook Film Festival.
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The cover art for Entrepreneur by Pharrell Williams featuring Jay-Z. PUBLIC DOMAIN

Pharrell Williams and Jay-Z support and empower Black business owners with their new song and music video, “Entrepreneur”

Amaya McDonald August 30, 2020
Pharrell and Jay-Z's new song "Entrepreneur," produced by The Neptunes, stresses the importance of supporting Black-owned businesses and encourages aspiring Black entrepreneurs to take risks.
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The Charles B. Wang Center, above, ... FRANCIS YU/STATESMAN FILE

Art and trauma meet in new virtual art gallery presented by the Charles B. Wang Center

Amaya McDonald August 23, 2020
The Charles B. Wang Center unveils a new virtual exhibit, "Forgotten Faces: Visual Representation of Trauma and Mass Killings in Asia"
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The official poster for Beyonces film Black is King. PUBLIC DOMAIN

Beyoncé Hands Next Generation the “Keys to the Kingdom” in New Film: Black is King

Amaya McDonald August 11, 2020
Beyoncé's latest visual album, “Black is King,” debuted on Disney+ on July 31. The visual album showcases the vibrance and beauty of Black culture, Black identity and common experiences shared by members of the Black diaspora. 
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The homepage of Hanifa.co. SCREENSHOT OF HANIFA HOMEPAGE

Digital fashion show from Congolese designer makes history

Amaya McDonald June 1, 2020
The collection, inspired by Mvuemba’s African heritage, was presented using a 3D model format and viewed by about 10,000 fans.
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Students participating in the Inside the Box event. AMAYA McDONALD/THE STATESMAN

SBUs Center for Civic Justice Hosts Interactive Discussion “Thinking Inside the Box: The Truth Behind the Stereotypes”

Amaya McDonald February 28, 2020
To celebrate Black History Month and the contributions of black people in the U.S., Stony Brook University (SBU)’s Center for Civic Justice hosted an interactive discussion called “Thinking Inside the Box: The Truth Behind the Stereotypes,” on Feb. 17. The event discussed stereotypes and how they affect the way we view ourselves as well as others.
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Blindfolded discussion held to highlight diversity during Black History Month

Amaya McDonald February 16, 2020
By creating “Blindfolded Discussion,” the duo presented Stony Brook students with the opportunity to discuss the importance of black history and its impact on society.
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Cover for Annelises single, Deeper Roots.PUBLIC DOMAIN

Stony Brook Student Analise Buker prepares to release an EP

Amaya McDonald November 18, 2019
A Stony Brook University and an aspiring singer, Analise Buker has learned that the best way to follow her dream is without fear. The pop/alternative singer has been performing since the age of five when she made her debut at a school talent show singing “Listen to Your Heart” by Roxette.
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Art of Science Exhibit in the Simons Center. AMAYA MCDONALD/THE STATESMAN

The Art of Science: Selections from the collection hosted by the Simons Center

Amaya McDonald October 27, 2019
On Oct. 24, the Simons Center Gallery opened “The Art of Science: Selections from the Collection,” a compilation of pieces curated by Lorraine Walsh that highlight the relationship between science and art.
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“Mexico 500+” enriches Hispanic Heritage Month on Stony Brook

Amaya McDonald October 16, 2019
Every year from Sept. 15 to Oct. 15, America celebrates Hispanic Heritage Month, recognizing the influential contributions of Latino and Hispanic Americans in American politics, culture and community.
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