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Student Union reopens on campus after three years of renovations

Maya BrownNews Student LifeOctober 19, 2020

After three years of renovations and about $63.4 million spent, the new Union opened on campus this fall semester. The Union features three levels of newly designated areas including an office for the Center of Civic Justice, club space and an e-sports facility.

Three SBU fraternities suspended after allegations of sexual assault emerge on social media

Niki NassiriAdministration News Student Life Top StoryJuly 8, 2020July 10, 2020

In a series of social media posts on Instagram and Twitter, the victims detailed separate incidents in which the accused sexually assaulted them. Some victims also claim inaction by the Title IX and Student Engagement and Activities offices.

President-elect addresses university senate for first time

Maya BrownAdministration NewsMay 11, 2020May 12, 2020

“We are at a moment of great uncertainty and it is inspiring to see how the Stony Brook community has stepped forward to lead during this pandemic with conviction and purpose. I am proud to be a Seawolf.”

USG will partially refund student activity fee

Sherin SamuelNews Student Life USGMay 1, 2020May 5, 2020

USG Treasurer, Adrian Ortega, said during a USG senate meeting on April 2 that the Executive Council (EC) collectively voted on a range of $25 to $30 for the refund.

SBU will decide fate of fall semester by the end of June

Matina Douzenis, Gabby Pardo & Brianne LeddaAdministration NewsApril 28, 2020April 28, 2020

As the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic continues to rage through New York and the world, Stony Brook University will let its students know its plans for the upcoming fall semester by June 30.

SUNY distributes laptops to Stony Brook University students for online learning

Sherin SamuelAdministration NewsApril 22, 2020

“As of early last week, SUNY had shipped to Stony Brook 200 plus computers, as a result of students that indicated that they were without access,” Barnett said.

After a four-year process, SBU marching band sees new uniforms

Sean GribbinNews Student LifeFebruary 2, 2020February 2, 2020

The band finally brandished the fresh garb this past November. Until then, the band wore the original stock uniforms — often compared to The Nutcracker or toy soldiers — used since the band’s inception in 2006.

Students protest campus ADA violations

Mike AdamsFeatured NewsApril 11, 2019April 16, 2019

Nizam, along with around 80 other students and campus activists, gathered on Wednesday afternoon for a march to demand better accommodations for students with disabilities.

Missing student Courtney Murphy located and safe

Mahreen KhanBreaking Featured News Top StoryNovember 9, 2017November 9, 2017

Stony Brook University student Courtney Murphy, who has been missing since Sunday afternoon, has been found.

Ten finalists sing for the title of Stony Brook Idol at Staller Steps

Justine JosueArtsApril 18, 2017

Khairika Al Sinani, a senior theatre major, won it all with her rendition of “Reflection” by Christina Aguilera.