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Assistant Multimedia Editor Angelina Livigni and Sports writer Kevin Broderick poses for theSex and Relationships photoshoot. STANLEY ZHENG/THE STATESMAN

Love on campus: how Stony Brook students handle healthy relationships

Mariam Ismail March 24, 2024

Healthy relationships can come in many forms, whether platonic or romantic. From friendships to lovers, healthy relationships can look different for everyone depending on their own preferences and...

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The advisory board of Planned Parenthood Generation Act (PPGA) posing with -- at the Sex and Relationships photoshoot. STANLEY ZHENG/ THE STATESMAN

How SBU resources promote sexual health and well-being

Angelina Livigni March 24, 2024
While sex-centered events and initiatives are hosted to entertain students — or even cause a stir — they possess the additional benefit of educating young adults on how to have safe sex.
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Stony Brook hosts rally on student suicide prevention legislation

Admir Radoncic March 17, 2024

On Feb. 23, the Undergraduate Student Government (USG) hosted several other college student governments for the One More Option rally in the Alan S. deVries Center to push for stronger legislation...

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Students walking down the academic mall at Stony Brook University. ANGELINA LIVIGNI/THE STATESMAN

Campus COVID-19 and influenza cases are on the decline

Mariam Ismail March 5, 2024
Dr. Marisa Bisiani, Associate Vice President for Student Health, Wellness and Prevention Services and Chair of the Campus Public Health Advisory Team, spoke to The Statesman regarding the COVID-19 and influenza trends on campus. 
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The rise to Barbzdom: @stonybrookbarbz tells all

The rise to Barbzdom: @stonybrookbarbz tells all

Amen Ruth Galinato March 3, 2024

Staller Center for the Arts, Roth Cafe and the Stony Brook Union are campus sites frequently occupied by thousands of students and the one and only Nicki Minaj; digitally, at least. Her presence is...

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A graphic showing common male conductors sitting on top of a baton. ILLUSTRATED BY JERRY WEINTRAUB/THE STATESMAN

How gender bias plays a role in orchestra

Amen Ruth Galinato December 7, 2023
In the world of orchestra, no role is more crucial than the conductor. Under their leadership, instruments no longer clash but collaborate to transform the inked notes on the music sheet into moving performances. However, a recent study found that women are still underrepresented within this prominent position. 
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A sticker saying Were in This Together, pasted on the front doors of the Center for Prevention and Outreach Center in the Student Union. BRITTNEY DIETZ/THE STATESMAN

USG-led initiative for suicide prevention picks up statewide traction

Charlotte Mirsky December 7, 2023
Stony Brook University students and the Undergraduate Student Government (USG) are at the forefront of a new statewide student suicide prevention initiative. Launched in September, the initiative aims to improve access to key crisis resources and services for students demonstrating symptoms of suicidal ideation.
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A Stony Brook student holding a sign in honor of transgender remembrance day. ISHA SHAH/THE STATESMAN

Vigil attended by SBU students and faculty honors Transgender Remembrance Day

Christina Marie Mariani November 28, 2023

On the evening of Nov. 17, nearly 15 Stony Brook University students and faculty gathered at the Academic Mall Fountain for a vigil to observe Transgender Remembrance Day. Transgender Remembrance...

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(Pictured) a doll wrapped in a lettuce leaf. Jonathan Fisher and George Carrano have led multiple participatory photography initiatives that focus on photography with a deeper meaning. COURTESY//SEEING FOR OURSELVES

Photography making a difference: tackling issues from probation reform to climate action

Sonya Gugliara September 3, 2023
High school students from across Suffolk County will be using photography to spread climate change awareness as a part of a participatory photography program in the upcoming school year. This program will open up the climate conversation to a younger generation.
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The Student Health Center across from H-Community.  COVID-19 vaccinations will no longer be required to attend classes starting this summer. BRIANNE LEDDA/STATESMAN FILE

SUNY lifts COVID-19 vaccine mandate starting this summer

Sonya Gugliara April 14, 2023
State University of New York (SUNY) Chancellor John B. King Jr. announced on Tuesday, April 11 that COVID-19 vaccination will no longer be required for students across SUNY’s 64 campuses, effective summer 2023. 
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Here’s what two “sexperts” have to say about sex therapy 

Sonya Gugliara March 26, 2023

A Google search of the term “sex therapy” will immediately bring up the Healthline definition: “a type of talk therapy that's designed to help individuals and couples address medical, psychological,...

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Looking for love? New study shows Tinder might be the way to go (or not)

Sonya Gugliara and Viola Flowers March 26, 2023
Ever wonder what the guy on Tinder’s real intentions are but are too afraid to ask? The Statesman did the work so you don’t have to. We matched with 100 guys on Tinder. Here’s what we found. 
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