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Stony Brook University launches laptop loan program for on-campus students

James Bowen • September 27, 2020
Stony Brook University Libraries and Division of Information and Technology have partnered to initiate the Laptop Loan Program which allows up to 200 students in need of computers to rent laptops from the Melville Library.
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The testing site outside of the Student Health Center on campus. SHAH ALI HAIDER SHANTO/THE STATESMAN

What to know about COVID-19 testing

Matt Venezia • September 19, 2020
New information about COVID-19 is being discovered rapidly and the facts surrounding testing are not yet well-established. Here are a few things to know before and after getting tested.
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Masks of different colors and patterns. Face masks and coverings are required on Stony Brook Universitys campus. SARA RUBERG/THE STATESMAN

SBU students adjust to campus mask requirements

Lajiere Blake • August 30, 2020
As new campus policies insist on face masks to protect against the spread of COVID-19, Stony Brook University students share their thoughts on mandatory face masks.
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Resident Assistant Training Committee responds to Undergraduate Student Government petition

Niki Nassiri • August 29, 2020
A Resident Assistant Statement of Understanding Addendum that outlined new guidelines for RAs under COVID-19 came under fire from students on Reddit and the USG.
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The American response to COVID-19 illustrates the importance of scientific literacy

Matt Venezia • August 27, 2020
#OPINION From people refusing to wear masks to those with a mistrust of vaccines, the response to COVID-19 by the American people and government highlights the importance of scientific literacy.
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Dr. Klaus Mueller, a Stony Brook University professor of computer science. PHOTO COURTESY OF KLAUS MUELLER

SBU professor develops algorithm predicting counties with above-average COVID-19 deaths

Meenu Johnkutty • August 15, 2020
Stony Brook University alumnus and professor, cofounders of their technology startup Akai Kaeru, create an algorithm that can predict which counties will have a higher-than-average rate of deaths caused by COVID-19.
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The Tabler quad building at Stony Brook University on May 21. JORDAN REED/STATESMAN FILE

Stony Brook University outlines facility reopening changes for the fall 2020 semester

Alek Lewis • June 29, 2020
The plan follows the guidance of New York State and State University of New York Administration guidelines and aims to protect the health and safety of returning students and workers while creating a “transparent” process for a phased return.
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COVID-19 causes graduate student exam adjustments and delays

Deidre Redhead • May 19, 2020
As testing centers close across the nation, entrance exams have made major adjustments to how their tests will be administered.
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The outside of the administration building in March 2020. The RABIA GURSOY/STATESMAN FILE

SBU is moving summer classes online

Brianne Ledda • April 2, 2020
Stony Brook University is moving almost all summer classes online, Interim Provost Minghua Zhang confirmed in a campus-wide email on April 2.
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The outside of the administration building after campus has shut down. RABIA GURSOY/THE STATESMAN

Staying productive while working from home

Melissa Azofeifa • April 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.
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The Staller Center for the Arts closes their doors through May 15

Melissa Azofeifa • March 23, 2020
COVID-19 is disrupting life as we know it and Inkles wanted people to know that The Staller Center for the Arts is committed to doing their part for the common goal, which is keeping everyone safe and healthy.
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United States declares national emergency

Maya Brown • March 16, 2020
President Donald Trump declared a national emergency in the United States as the coronavirus continues to spread throughout the country.
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