2021 Archives – The Statesman

SBU community honors veterans at first in-person Veteran Day Ceremony in two years

Sonya GugliaraNewsNovember 18, 2021

Stony Brook University held their annual Veterans Day Ceremony on Wednesday, Nov. 10 in the Student Activity Center (SAC) auditorium to express gratitude for both past and active military members, as well as honor the ones who have lost their lives.

Elijah Olaniyi’s return to Stony Brook sparks flashy offseason

Kenny SpurrellHoopla 2021 Men's Basketball SportsNovember 14, 2021November 19, 2021

Two seasons ago, Stony Brook graduate guard Elijah Olaniyi came into his own, solidifying himself as a star as a junior by putting up averages of 18.0 points and 6.5 rebounds per game. The Seawolves finished 20-13 and in second place in the America East, but were bounced by Hartford in the semifinals of the conference tournament.

Surrounded by weapons, Policelli ready to make leap for Stony Brook

Mike AndersonHoopla 2021 Men's Basketball SportsNovember 14, 2021November 14, 2021

Caught in the middle of another offseason roster reupholstering, redshirt-sophomore forward Frankie Policelli is back for his third season on the Stony Brook men’s basketball team, this time with the highest expectations yet. The Seawolves were picked to win the America East in the conference’s preseason poll, but Policelli showed just how nonchalantly they are handling the spotlight.

Biden’s $1.2 Trillion infrastructure package has passed, but what’s next?

Benjamin JoffeOp-eds OpinionsNovember 14, 2021

On Nov. 5, President Biden’s $1.2 trillion bipartisan infrastructure bill passed in Congress and will be signed by the President within the next week. The bill will provide billions of dollars to states for the improvement of roads and other transportation infrastructure, as well as the expansion of broadband internet service, endeavors which will hopefully stimulate the economy.

Football preview: Stony Brook looks to extend win streak against No. 8 Villanova

Matt LindsayFootball SportsNovember 12, 2021November 12, 2021

Winners of three straight after their 22-17 road win against Maine last weekend, the Stony Brook football will travel to face the No. 8 Villanova Wildcats at 1 p.m. on Saturday, Nov. 13. The Wildcats occupy second place in the Colonial Athletic Association with a 7-2 (5-1 CAA) record and are coming off a 35-0 road win against Elon.

Outside the Classroom, Ep. 1

Tim Giorlando & Justin KennyFaculty Multimedia Podcasts Student LifeNovember 11, 2021February 24, 2022

Welcome to the first episode of Outside the Classroom, the Stony Brook University podcast where we sit down with faculty around campus and get to learn a little bit more about them.

SBU Crime Watch: Oct. 21-26, 2021

Sonya GugliaraNews Police BlotterOctober 31, 2021October 31, 2021

Search and explore the crimes between Oct. 21 and Oct. 26, logged by the University Police Department.

In the Loop: September 28th, 2021

Tim GiorlandoMultimedia PodcastsOctober 31, 2021

Welcome back to In the Loop, a Statesman show covering all you need to know about campus. Host Tim Giorlando covers new guest policy guidelines and the Seawolves’ victories and losses this past weekend. Events this week range from the Black Involvement Fair to H-Community’s Super Smash Bros. Tournament.

In the Loop: September 20th, 2021

Tim GiorlandoMultimedia PodcastsOctober 31, 2021

Join The Statesman’s host Tim Giorlando every week for a rundown on the news, events and announcements at Stony Brook University. This week, Tim talks about new updates from campus residences, SBU football team’s journey to Oregon, events on campus for students and more.

In the Loop: October 18th, 2021

Tim GiorlandoMultimedia PodcastsOctober 31, 2021

Welcome back to In The Loop, a Statesman show covering all you need to know about campus. Host Francesca Mevs covers The Statesman special issue, State of The University and the return of Stony Brook Homecoming. Events this week range from homecoming fun to Emmy-nominated performer Alan Cumming’s cabaret.