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Shimelis Gulema, professor, poses for a photo in his office.GARY GHAYRAT/THE STATESMAN

A conversation on race with Shimelis Gulema, an Africana studies professor

Gary Ghayrat February 29, 2020
Race is very integral, very key to the American fabric. You cannot talk about exploitation, oppression and segregation in this country without injecting the notion of race because many of these things are race-based.
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Rivera in a game last season. This year she earned a place on the All-Conference First Team and will lead the Seawolves this season. ARACELY JIMENEZ/STATESMAN FILE

Softball veteran leadership eyes America East title

Jason Brancato February 21, 2019
The Stony Brook Softball season is around the corner and the team is poised to exceed expectations. With three veteran senior leaders and several new additions to the roster, the Seawolves are determined to reclaim their first America East Championship since 2013.
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Transgender students face obstacles on campus

Transgender students face obstacles on campus

Kelly Saberi January 22, 2016
Choosing a new name is a big step for transgender or gender nonconforming students, but changing names on university rosters and email addresses can be a difficult process.
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Stony Brook football players raising their helmets. Many football players suffer from traumatic brain injuries that are not properly treated. HEATHER KHALIFA/STATESMAN FILE

Stony Brook Football to conclude its season against Albany

Chris Gaine November 18, 2015
The Stony Brook Football team will conclude its season on Saturday afternoon when it welcomes Albany to Kenneth P. LaValle Stadium.
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Spirit of papal visit might not change millennial attitudes

Spirit of papal visit might not change millennial attitudes

Kate Valerio September 23, 2015
For those who haven’t been anywhere near a TV, Pope Francis is here.
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New Trebel Music app hits Stony Brook Campus

New Trebel Music app hits Stony Brook Campus

Krysten Massa September 21, 2015
Trebel Music allows users to create their own profile page where they can make different playlists.
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Marvels & Monsters sheds light on racial stereotypes in comics

“Marvels & Monsters” sheds light on racial stereotypes in comics

Kevin Urgiles April 24, 2014
On Wednesday, April 23, Stony Brook University held a free symposium on Asian Images in Comics and Graphic Narratives, creatively titled “Marvels & Monsters.” The day-long convention centered on an exhibit in the Wang Center.
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Professor evolves with his research and teachings

Gavin Stern December 4, 2011

Ecology and Evolution Professor Michael Bell, 64, wears a Hawaiian shirt to work every day. “My wife likes them,” he said, “and I love my wife.” Stacks of books nearly reach to the ceiling...

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