Caithlin Pena, Author at The Statesman

Stony Brook University launches new off-campus housing website

Caithlin PenaNewsApril 3, 2014April 3, 2014

Gone are the days students have to inquire with the Faculty Student Association for information concerning off-campus housing.

A new service launched by the university earlier this semester provides students with information such as house listings, safety facts, community service opportunities and public transportation options. It serves as a self-service option for those students looking for assistance with off-campus housing.

ASBO sets sights on Colorado

Caithlin PenaNews Top StoryMarch 6, 2014March 10, 2014

In about a week, Stony Brook students will be on spring break. While some students may go to a crazy party in the hot sun on some beach or simply use the free time to catch up on sleep, Stony Brook’s Alternative Spring Break Outreach will spend the week in Colorado, building houses, removing debris, working at soup kitchens and shelters and volunteering at a local Boys and Girl Club.

Ronkonkoma plans to build town hub

Caithlin PenaNews Top StoryFebruary 20, 2014February 2, 2015

Being a Stony Brook University resident student is not at all an isolating experience. Suffolk Transit buses take students to off-campus locations such as Smith Haven Mall and grocery stores, and university buses do the same on weekends. The new 7Bus, stationed at the Student Activities Center, stops at various locations in New York City. And the Long Island Rail Road is right on-campus as well, taking students all over Long Island and to NYC. The LIRR also takes students to Port Jefferson’s Main Street hub. With a five to 10 minute train ride, students can wander the numerous shops and restaurants there.

New Stony Brook Admirers page allows students to anonymously compliment one another

Caithlin PenaNewsFebruary 11, 2014

“To the guy in BIO203 at 11:30 with long blonde hair that is tied back with a headband, I’d just like to say that you seem like you’d be a great guy to get to know,” poster No. 433 said.

Blackboard looks to improve compatibility with both students and technology

Caithlin PenaNewsFebruary 6, 2014

As the semester begins, students are adjusting to new classes, new professors, new classmates and a new Blackboard, students’ go-to source for class updates and assignments received a makeover during the winter break.

“Health Matters” here and at Princeton University

Caithlin PenaNewsDecember 2, 2013

College life can be busy, busy, busy. With finals looming, students are concerned about homework, grades and graduating on time. But there is another thing they should be concerned about: their health.

Hoopla: The new arena and it’s financial impact

Caithlin PenaSportsNovember 5, 2013

Stony Brook University is expecting a new addition in the form of a new athletic and entertainment facility in fall 2014.
But Stony Brook Arena is not exactly new. According to a press release from May 2012, the university commenced a renovation of the 40,000 square foot arena. With a budget of $21.1 million, renovation began in June of 2012. According to the press release, the renovation “provides Stony Brook with a new opportunity to build relationships within the community.”

Alarms go off at West Side Dining

Caithlin PenaFeatured NewsOctober 31, 2013

Since it first opened its doors to students this semester, West Side Dining has not exactly pleased students mostly due to the significant changes from the old Kelly Dining facility. In fact, compared to Old Kelly, West Side has already had quite a few alarms going off. Literally.

SB Connect helps TLT connect

Caithlin PenaNews Top StorySeptember 26, 2013September 29, 2013

SINC sites are one of the most helpful aspects of Stony Brook. Students have a quota of free printing each week and they have access to the web for whatever they wish in between classes. But sometimes, printing or accessing the web may not be smooth sailing.

New Residency Policies Receive Mixed Reactions

Caithlin PenaNewsSeptember 3, 2013September 8, 2013

Along with the wide-eyed freshman and transfer students, Stony Brook University has many new features to offer the students this fall semester and the upcoming semesters. And for the residents of the dormitories, new rules and regulations have been imposed.