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A university police officer instructing students during the Citizens Police Academy. Students can learn more about law enforcement through the 12-week academy that the University Police Department offers.  JONNATHAN PULLA/ THE STATESMAN

Students learn more about law enforcement through the Citizen’s Police Academy

Evelin Mercedes October 10, 2018
Stony Brook University students in the Citizen's Police Academy course entered the fourth course of the semester, Use of Force, with large smiles on their faces and greeted the officers with delight.
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Stony Brook’s Title IX process is broken

As modeled by the creator of the #MeToo movement, the incomparable Tarana Burke, we could create spaces where survivors can come together for solidarity, a chance to share their stories and community healing. Together, we could go far beyond.
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Title IX at Stony Brook

Few Title IX complaints result in action, initial reporting shows

Rebecca Liebson August 26, 2018
The Stony Brook University Title IX office received 24 reports of sexual misconduct, domestic violence and other related incidents between Jan. and May 1, 2018, according to newly released data from the New York State Education Department.
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The Paul Zuccaire Gallerys newest exhibit features abstract sculptures by artist couple Charley Friedman and Nancy Friedemann-Sânchez.
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UPD finds Staller Center burglary suspect

Rebecca Liebson April 29, 2018
The Stony Brook University Police Department (UPD) has identified a suspect behind the April 18 burglary reported at the Staller Center for the Arts, according to an email sent to the campus community around 4:44 p.m. on Sunday, April 29.
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Jay Leno. LUIS RUIZ DOMINGUEZ/STATESMAN FILE

Burglary reported at Staller Center for the Arts

Rebecca Liebson April 18, 2018
The University Police Department is investigating a reported burglary at the Staller Center for the Arts.
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Lawrence Zacarese. ZACARESE FOR SUFFOLK COUNTY SHERIFF/FACEBOOK

Suffolk County Sheriff’s election too close to call

Joseph Konig November 8, 2017
“We did not concede,” Herman wrote in a text.
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Stony Brook University student Courtney Murphy, above, was confirmed missing by University Police on Nov. 7. UPD confirmed her safety earlier today. FACEBOOK

Missing Student: Courtney Murphy, last seen on campus Sunday

Mahreen Khan November 7, 2017
Journalism student Courtney Murphy has officially been reported missing, according to Stony Brook University Assistant Chief of Police Eric Olsen.
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Alt-right internet forum raises questions about free speech on campus

Alt-right internet forum raises questions about free speech on campus

Charles Scott October 29, 2017
Flyers plastered across campus urging onlookers to “stop anti-white discrimination” have sparked debate about free speech and diversity at Stony Brook University.
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Students now have the option to change their name on their ID cards. ARACELY JIMENEZ/THE STATESMAN

ID Card Replacement Policy implemented for those transitioning

Evelin Mercedes September 17, 2017
The new “ID Card Replacement Policy” will allow Stony Brook University students, faculty and staff members who would like to change their legal names on campus ID cards due to transitioning purposes, to obtain new ones.
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Two Stony Brook students play music in the middle of Tabler quad during the blackout on Friday morning. ANNA CORREA/THE STATESMAN

Lights out! Campus-wide blackout prompts dance party

Anna Correa September 3, 2017
A steam leak in the Administration Building caused an electrical interference that resulted in a blackout across main campus on Friday, Sept. 1, Assistant Chief of Police Eric Olsen said. The blackout started at 12:20 a.m. and lasting an hour.
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A UPD officer serves free barbeque to Stony Brook University students at the first annual Field Day with UPD. ARACELY JIMENEZ/THE STATESMAN

Students and University Police enjoy Field Day with UPD

Justine Josue April 22, 2017
Two teams formed for a game of two-hand touch football between UPD and USG. Wolfie served as the referee, running up and down the field while miming calls.
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MSA and USG join hands for campus prayer ring

MSA and USG join hands for campus prayer ring

Stephanie Yuvienco April 9, 2017
The Stony Brook Muslim Student Association welcomed the campus into their weekly Jummah Prayer at Staller Steps on Friday, April 7.
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