Stony Brook University Archives

Interim President Bernstein withdraws candidacy from presidential search

by Brianne LeddaNewsJanuary 25, 2020January 25, 2020

“As he considered his future career options, he felt he needed the freedom to pursue external professional opportunities, without the complication of being an internal candidate at Stony Brook,” Lauren Sheprow, the university media relations officer, wrote in an email.

NYS invests $20M into offshore wind training institute at SBU

by Sara RubergFeatured NewsJanuary 14, 2020January 15, 2020

New York State will invest $20 million into a new offshore wind training institute to be hosted by Stony Brook University and SUNY Farmingdale, Governor Andrew Cuomo announced in his 2020 agenda on Wednesday, Jan. 8.

Former SBU professor pleads guilty to funneling cancer research funds

by Brianne LeddaNews Top StoryJanuary 14, 2020January 15, 2020

Girnun could face a maximum of 10 years in jail without parole, and “a fine to be determined,” according to a U.S. Department of Justice press release.

SBU students need secure housing to integrate in the community

by Sarah TantawyOpinionsJanuary 8, 2020January 8, 2020

In an attempt to find housing, commuter students turn to SBU’s housing section of their website, but on the website, one of the first things mentioned is Stony Brook disclaiming themselves, saying that they do not vet any of the listings.

Local student seeks Democratic nomination to challenge state senator Kenneth LaValle

by Alek LewisNews Top StoryJanuary 2, 2020January 2, 2020

19-year-old Skyler Johnson is campaigning for the 2020 Democratic nomination to run for the District 1 New York State Senate seat against 42-year incumbent Kenneth P. LaValle (R-Port Jefferson).

Upset-minded Stony Brook closely battles No. 9 Virginia in loss

by Ethan TamSportsDecember 20, 2019January 7, 2020

The Stony Brook men’s basketball team knew what it was up against when it stepped onto the court to face the No. 9 Virginia Cavaliers on Wednesday, Dec. 19 in Charlottesville.

Former Stony Brook wideout named in sexual assault report

by Ethan TamNewsDecember 12, 2019January 7, 2020

On Thursday, Dec. 12, USA Today published an in-depth report detailing how college athletes being investigated for sexual offenses have been able to transfer to other schools in order to continue their playing careers.

Interim President Michael Bernstein confirms interest in permanent position

by Gary GhayratNews Top StoryDecember 8, 2019December 10, 2019

Interim President Michael Bernstein confirmed his interest in running for Stony Brook University’s permanent presidency position during a student media briefing on Wednesday, Dec. 4

Students petition for improved accessibility at the School of Social Welfare

by Samantha RobinsonNewsDecember 8, 2019December 8, 2019

Students from the School of Social Welfare organized a petition titled, “Help Make the School of Social Welfare More Inclusive & Accessible” last month. Nearly 700 students have signed the petition to add handicap accessibility buttons to the two entrance doors to the School of Social Welfare.

Olaniyi’s career night helps Stony Brook rout Brown

by Ethan TamSportsDecember 8, 2019December 8, 2019

Despite being surprisingly absent from his usual place in the starting lineup, junior forward Elijah Olaniyi set new career highs as the Stony Brook men’s basketball team overcame an early deficit to blow by the Brown Bears (5-4) by a final score of 79-63, improving to 7-3 having won seven of their last eight games.