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Without drastic climate action, California will continue to burn

Xenia GonikbergOp-eds OpinionsFebruary 23, 2021

#OPINION: Winters are getting colder, and summers are getting warmer. Extreme temperatures are becoming more common as the effects of climate change continue to ravage communities across the United States.

In-person classes may be canceled if student COVID-19 cases rise

Claudia MotleyCOVID-19 Special Issue News Special IssuesAugust 31, 2020September 1, 2020

Gov. Andrew Cuomo announced on Aug. 27 that in-person classes must stop for two weeks for any New York college with more than 100 cases, or if 5% of their on-campus population is infected.

Staying productive while working from home

Melissa AzofeifaOp-eds OpinionsApril 1, 2020

There is a whirlwind of change happening as the world tries to contain the coronavirus (COVID-19); we cannot underestimate the importance of maintaining good mental health to be able to stay productive as people transition to working from home and remote learning.

Students face uncertainty after campus residences close

Claudia MotleyNews Student LifeMarch 20, 2020March 20, 2020

Stony Brook University students received the email on March 17: Residents within driving distance have 48 hours to vacate their dorms, and all other residents have only until March 20.

Some broadband companies are offering free wifi to college students impacted by COVID-19

Brianne LeddaLong Island News Student LifeMarch 18, 2020March 19, 2020

Companies are offering different policies that range from opening up hotspots to noncustomers and providing wifi for students affected by the COVID-19 crisis.

Kennedy, Arline help No. 6 Women’s Lacrosse take down No. 11 Princeton 18-12

Ryan MagillSports Women's LacrosseMarch 8, 2020March 9, 2021

The No. 6-ranked Stony Brook women’s lacrosse team defeated the No. 11 Princeton Tigers by a final score of 18-12 on Sunday, March 8 at Kenneth P. LaValle Stadium. The game marks the Seawolves’ second win over a ranked opponent, third win at home and fourth win of the season.

Baseball eyes second straight NCAA Tournament appearance

Ethan TamBaseball Special Issues Sports Spring Sports PreviewFebruary 18, 2020February 18, 2020

Stony Brook makes its return to Joe Nathan Field on Saturday, Mar. 7 for their home opener — a doubleheader against the CCSU Blue Devils. The hunt for a second straight America East championship is on all the Seawolves’ minds, and they believe they have what it takes to come out on top yet again.

SBU professor delayed by coronavirus lands in the U.S.

Brianne LeddaFaculty NewsJanuary 30, 2020February 2, 2020

Update 02/02/2020, 2:22 p.m.: The number of students who contacted the the university for late arrival accommodations was updated from nearly 30 to approximately 40. A Stony Brook professor held…

Travel restrictions delay semester for about 40 students

Brianne LeddaNews Student Life Top StoryJanuary 29, 2020February 2, 2020

Stony Brook University is working with students on a “case-by-case basis” and faculty has been alerted to not penalize late arrivals.

Port Jefferson boutique brings independent fashion to Long Islanders

Anna CorreaArtsNovember 22, 2019November 30, 2019

When someone typically walks into a Long Island boutique, they’re faced with two options: bright athleisure apparel with the town’s name on the front or dainty, overpriced trendy clothes that look like they came out of a Francesca’s at the local mall.