A student in a red Stony Brook University Student Life pullover stands in the hallway of the 2nd floor of the library with framed pictures on the wall. They have folded hands resting on a railing.

Everyone say, “Hi, Rohma!” 👋

Rohma Massod ’28 jumped into campus life right away as VP of the International Law Society and a Center for Civic Justice intern. Now an Arabic TA and GLI Corps volunteer, she is building toward a career as an immigration lawyer at the UN.

The image is a promotional graphic for a Stony Brook Southampton event titled "STATE OF THE BAYS 2026: NO TIME TO WASTE," scheduled for Friday, April 24, at 7 PM, located at The Avram at Stony Brook Southampton. It discusses water issues and solutions, with a "Learn More" button at the bottom. In the background, there are floating structures on a body of water.

No time to waste: Join us in Southampton on April 24 at 7 pm for the State of the Bays Symposium.

Hear from SBU expert Chris Gobler on what’s happening in our waters and solutions already in motion.

The event is FREE + open to the public. Register: https://gosbu.co/4thWiDkhttps://gosbu.co/4thWiDk

A picturesque pathway lined with blooming cherry blossom trees and lush greenery. A water fountain is visible at the end of the path. The scene is set under a clear blue sky with some clouds.

A serene outdoor scene at Stony Brook, featuring two individuals seated on steps under a blooming cherry blossom tree. In the background, red steps and another person sitting add to the peaceful atmosphere. The sky is clear, and the scene is inviting and relaxed.

Cherry blossom trees with pink flowers line a walkway. A red banner hanging from a pole reads "Stony Brook University, State University of New York.

A vibrant cherry blossom tree in full bloom with pink flowers dominates a grassy area. Several people are relaxing on the grass beneath the tree. The sky is partly cloudy, casting a mix of sun and shade. A paved pathway is visible in the foreground.

Pretending it’s not 50 degrees out 🌸

Professor Timothy Glotch sits in a laboratory holding a large globe representing the Moon. The background features scientific equipment and another person working at a computer station.

As Artemis II returns to Earth, Stony Brook experts are already working toward what’s next.

Professor Timothy Glotch is part of NASA’s Artemis lunar science team for the planned 2028 mission, helping shape what astronauts will study on the Moon.

More: https://gosbu.co/4mhBV6q

AI and the Post-Human Dissertation (opinion) Doctoral education must rethink its most sacred artifact.

As generative AI is embedded in research, assumptions about doctoral education are shifting.

In an 'Inside Higher Ed' article, Stony Brook’s Celia Marshik & David A. Rubenstein explore the “Post-Human Dissertation” and AI as an epistemic partner.

Read more: https://gosbu.co/4slfr67

90s Seawolves, this one is for you. ❤️🌊🐺

Ben and Ming hugging and smiling in the Student Activities Center hallway during their time at Stony Brook University.

Ming is wearing a patterned outfit is smiling and has one leg playfully bent at the knee, while embracing Ben dressed in a white shirt, bow tie, and pants. They are standing by a body of water with several small boats in the background. The sky is partly cloudy.

Ben and Ming holding a giant balloon together in the Student Activities Center ballroom.

Ben and Ming in formal attire, smiling in the Student Activities Center hallway during their time at Stony Brook University.

Meet our next Seawolf Sweethearts, the creators of BingBuzz! ❤️

Ben and Ming met on campus and have been together ever since. Now married with a family, they credit Stony Brook University for the foundation of their viral food community.

Read more: https://gosbu.co/4v8sn1N

Stony Brook University seal at the top with the text "The Inauguration of Andrea Goldsmith" below. Geometric design in shades of red and gray in the background.

Inauguration starts next week!

Join us April 11–19 for a full week of on-campus events, including presidential panels on leadership and the future of work on Wednesday and Friday.

RSVP: stonybrook.edu/inauguration

A group of six individuals stands in front of a Stony Brook University Graduate School banner. Three people hold framed certificates, and all are dressed in formal attire. The setting appears to be an indoor event or ceremony. From left: Celia Marshik, dean of The Graduate School; 3MT placewinners Sarah Betz, Tamor Khan and Esther Opoola; Alumni Association President Neil Butterklee; and Molly Lotz, director of research training initiatives in The Graduate School.

A group of people standing in front of a Stony Brook University banner. Four individuals in the center hold certificates. From left: Celia Marshik; Postdoc Spotlight placewinners Shafeeque Mohammedali, Anwesha Sil, Anthony Bogetti and Myeongjin Bae; Interim Vice President for Research and Innovation Mónica Bugallo; and Molly Lotz.

A Mónica Bugallo is speaking at a podium with a microphone, while holding a presentation clicker. Two individuals stand in the background, one holding red folders. A Dell laptop is on the podium. The setting appears to be an indoor event.

A group of individuals stands on a set of steps in an organized manner, likely part of a formal or professional event. There is a mix of casually and professionally dressed people. The setting appears to be indoors, possibly at an institution or organization. The 23 finalists in the Three Minute Thesis and Postdoc Spotlight competition along with (first row) Celia Marshik, Provost Carl Lejuez, Stony Brook University President Andrea Goldsmith and Molly Lotz.

Explaining years of research in three minutes isn’t easy.

The 3MT competition challenged grad students & postdocs to present their work to a general audience using just one slide. Congrats to first-place winner Esther Opoola and all finalists!

Read more: https://gosbu.co/48j4vyw

A group of four people smiling and standing together, holding a large frame that reads "Proud Seawolf Family" with "Stony Brook University" at the top. The background is decorated with red, white, and silver balloons.

Three individuals are posing in front of the Stony Brook University Wolfie statue. One person holds a Stony Brook University T-shirt, and another holds a Stony Brook University bag. The statue is prominently displayed with campus buildings in the background.

The image shows two individuals smiling and holding a large red frame with the text "Proud Seawolf Family" at a Stony Brook University event. The background features decorative balloons and a Stony Brook University backdrop.

Two people wearing Stony Brook University shirts, smiling and standing in front of a backdrop with the university's logo and slogan.

Future Seawolves got their first look at campus this weekend during our first Admitted Seawolf Day! It was great to see so many students and families together as they started to imagine life at SBU. 🌊🐺❤️

Three people smiling at an event, wearing formal clothing and name tags. From left: Chang Kee Jung, chair of the Department of Physics and Astronomy; Stony Brook University President Andrea Goldsmith; and George Sterman, distinguished professor of physics and director of the C.N. Yang Institute for Theoretical Physics.

C.N. “Frank” Yang smiling while wearing a suit.

President Andrea Goldsmith speaking at a podium with "Stony Brook University" written on it. The background has a stage setup with two chairs and a small table. A large screen displays a symposium celebrating C.N. Yang and his impact on Stony Brook, featuring his photo. The display is organized by the Department of Physics and Astronomy and the C.N. Yang Institute for Theoretical Physics.

Earlier this month, we hosted a symposium to celebrate C.N. Yang’s lasting impact on Stony Brook.

His legacy in theoretical physics lives on through generations of researchers, as well as a $36M investment announced during the symposium.

Read more: https://gosbu.co/4szxnLi

The image features the emblem of Stony Brook University and the text "The Inauguration of Andrea Goldsmith." The background is a geometric pattern with shades of red, gray, and white.

Inauguration Week is less than a month away!

Join us April 11–19 for a week of events across campus, including an AI symposium, presidential panels and community events that reflect the university’s impact and future direction.

RSVP: stonybrook.edu/inauguration

David Myers is seated and speaking into a microphone, wearing a "SUNY EOP" sweatshirt. They are in a room with wooden shelves, which hold books and a blue bust. Vertical blinds cover the window in the background.

A group of people, including some wearing outfits with "EOP" logos, stand together in a library setting. Shelves with books are visible in the background along with a banner displaying "EOP". The group appears to be a mix of casually and formally dressed individuals, posing for a photo. Stony Brook University EOP Ambassador David Myers (third from left) spoke at an information session at Schenectady High School about SUNY’s Arthur O. Eve Educational Opportunity Program, along with SUNY Chancellor John B. King Jr. (center).

SBU EOP Ambassador David Myers joined SUNY Chancellor John B. King Jr. to meet with high school students and share how the Educational Opportunity Program creates a path to success. David’s story shows how the right support system turns potential into reality.

Learn more: https://gosbu.co/4lGyKVR

These campuses are advancing world‑class research and driving innovation across New York State. @ubuffalo.bsky.social @stonybrooku.bsky.social @binghamtonu.bsky.social @albany.edu
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Katie Edwards stands with arms crossed, wearing a "Stony Brook University" hoodie. In the background, there's a red and white shield with a star, the SBU emblem. The setting is outdoors, in front of the Student Union.

Everyone say, “Hi, Katie!” 👋

Katie Edwards ’29 jumped into campus life right away through Women in Business, Model UN and pre-law clubs. Recently accepted into the Undergraduate Fellows Program, she’s building toward law school while finding her place in the community.

Eden Figueroa, endowed presidential professor of physics in the Department of Physics and Astronomy, speaking at the Quantum Networks Town Hall at SUNY Global in Manhattan earlier this month. Eden Figueroa speaks at a podium with a microphone, wearing a suit and a red lanyard with a name badge.

Stony Brook is launching a new Quantum Institute, led by physicist Eden Figueroa.

The institute will accelerate a $300M New York State investment and expand research in quantum networking, computing and sensing.

Read more: https://gosbu.co/4bOqwaB

Vintage postcard with 'Greetings from Stony Brook' text, featuring a fountain in the foreground and a campus building with a tall structure in the background, surrounded by trees.

A vibrant red banner with the Stony Brook University logo is displayed in front of blossoming pink cherry trees. The words "Greetings from Stony Brook" are written across the top and bottom of the image.

A postcard-style image with the text "Greetings from Stony Brook." The scene shows a greenery area with large trees, several benches, and a building in the background under a clear sky.

"Greetings from Stony Brook" postcard featuring a large, circular stone sculpture between modern buildings and leafless trees.

Enjoy your Spring Break, Seawolves! 💌

A large outdoor sign for Stony Brook University Southampton is surrounded by landscaping with flowers and greenery.

A new Future Scholars program at Stony Brook is helping East End students explore college early through mentorship, hands-on learning and career exposure.

Read more via Newsday: https://gosbu.co/4cJWQMW

Poster for the short film "Babyfat," featuring artistic text and a partial close-up of a face with eyes closed. The background has colorful stripes. Text includes "Babyfat" written multiple times with some words crossed out, and credits for directors Margarita Mina and Pauline Yeung.

Margarita Mina smiling for the camera, while wearing a black t-shirt, gold necklaces and glasses.

MFA student Margarita Mina turned her experience moving from the Philippines to New York into one of Rolling Stone Philippines' 21 Best Filipino Films.

The short film “Baby Fat” follows a Filipino-American tween navigating body image and identity.

Read more: https://gosbu.co/4aNop6M

Stony Brook undergraduate student, Lana Gouda is smiling against a glass plaque wall.

Lana Gouda ’26 is a senior majoring in political science and she’s examining how past education policies continue to shape reform efforts in the Middle East.

Read more about URECA’s Researcher of the Month: https://gosbu.co/4b0yE6l

Graphic of Wolfie, the mascot of Stony Brook University, stands against a red polka-dot background. Details about Wolfie are listed: birthday on February 10th, zodiac sign Aquarius, major in marine biology, favorite food garlic knots and rainbow cookies, and hobbies include rowing, dance, and cheer. Traits describe Wolfie as confident, goofy, and passionate. Wolfie likes hanging out with Seawolves and creating skits.

Say hi to everyone's favorite mascot: Wolfie! 🌊🐺❤️

SUNY's Mascot Madness has begun! Make sure to vote for Wolfie as your favorite mascot every 12 hours: https://gosbu.co/3NruEUM

A dimly lit street scene at dusk with clouds overhead and a clear sky near the horizon. Streetlights and bare trees line the street, with a building in the background. Large white text at the bottom reads "6 PM SATURDAY."

Stony Brook University campus at sunset with a cloudy sky. Banners featuring the Stony Brook University logo are visible. The foreground shows a streetlamp and pathways, with several people walking. "6 PM SUNDAY" is written in large white letters at the bottom.

Grateful for 7 pm sunsets 😍

Two people smiling and holding star-shaped awards in a bright room, with others in the background.

A group of people is gathered around a table with plates and cups, some wearing SBU attire. They are smiling and appear to be in the Wang Center

Three people are smiling at an indoor event. Two of them are holding drinks. They are in a well-lit room with other attendees in the background.

Two people are engaged in conversation at a busy event in a large indoor venue. One person is holding a brochure while the other has a name tag. In the background, there are tables with informational displays and several attendees, at the employee appreciation event.

Happy #NationalEmployeeAppreciationDay to our incredible #StonyBrookU and Stony Brook Medicine faculty, staff and healthcare workers!

You make our campus a better place to work. Thank you for all that you do. ❤️

The image showcases three major research breakthroughs from Stony Brook. On the left, a researcher in a lab coat works with heart devices, highlighting life-saving battery developments for heart patients. Top right, the image discusses new paths for HIV treatment, with emphasis on proactive pre-emptive therapies. Bottom right, it highlights advancements in colorectal cancer screening, featuring a researcher with a medical model. Background shows an aerial view of Stony Brook University.

The image showcases three sections highlighting significant achievements. On the left, the Stony Brook President is shown with a wireless communication tower, referencing her role in transforming communication technology. The middle section features a professional in a medical setting, noting the prevention of millions of heart attacks through innovation. On the right, an ecologist stands on a snowy landscape with penguins, emphasizing discoveries about hidden wildlife from space.

A collage highlighting various scientific achievements. On the left, an individual with white hair and a telescope, linked to quantum gravity. In the middle, Patricia Wright is shown with a lemur, related to conservation in Madagascar. On the top right, vertebrate paleontologists uncover dinosaur species affecting evolutionary theory. At the bottom right, an individual shakes hands with President Joe Biden, linked to work about observing the cosmos.

Behind every innovation is a researcher. Now there’s an even better way to find them.

SBU Research Connect, powered by @sunyofficial.bsky.social, features 2,000+ experts and 10,000+ scholarly works in one searchable platform.

Explore: gosbu.co/4b7t56m

Danny Bluestein, SUNY Distinguished Professor in the Department of Biomedical Engineering (right), is also the principal investigator at PolyNova Cardiovascular Inc., which is developing prosthetic heart valves. Through the company's partnership with SPIR, students can work on projects “directly related to their PhD dissertation.” Student on the left of him in the lab.

For 30+ years, our Strategic Partnership for Industrial Resurgence has connected 3,000+ students with paid, real-world projects that help startups grow & create jobs.

See how our students gain industry experience while fueling innovation across New York: https://gosbu.co/4rS3Mw8

Female psychotherapist talking with a man via online video chat. Psychologist conducting an online therapy session with her patient.

Who decides how AI is used in mental healthcare?

In a new paper in 'Nature Mental Health,' SBU psychologist Briana Last argues that the public, providers and service users deserve a real voice in shaping AI’s role in care.

Read more: https://gosbu.co/4aKyqkZ

What can snakes teach us about evolution?

In the newest episode of C4E Presents, #StonyBrookU biologist Pascal Title joins Heather Lynch to explore snake diversity, climate change and the science behind biodiversity.

Listen: gosbu.co/4n4Q1Ho

Wolf Schäfer, professor emeritus in Stony Brook’s Department of Technology and Society, leads a VIP team in automotive ethics.

Stony Brook’s Department of Technology and Society, leads a VIP team in automotive ethics, currently holding a group discussion meeting.

Who decides what a self-driving car should do when it faces the trolley problem?

At Stony Brook, students and faculty are programming how autonomous vehicles respond to moral dilemmas, bringing engineering and philosophy into the same lab.

Read more: https://gosbu.co/3MNIW1B

A group of Stony Brook University nursing students in red scrubs, with one student in the foreground writing. Text overlay states, "#8 Best Online Masters Nursing Programs - U.S. News & World Report 2026 Best Online Master's in Nursing Programs.

Top 10 in the nation, again!

U.S. News & World Report ranks Stony Brook’s online Master’s in Nursing programs #8 nationally.

See our other rankings: https://gosbu.co/4rPRuDX

C.N. ‘Frank’ Yang wearing a grey suit and smiling on front of a blackboard.

On March 12, we’ll honor Nobel Laureate C.N. Yang, Albert Einstein Professor Emeritus, whose work reshaped modern physics and helped build Stony Brook into a global center for theory.

Join us as we reflect on his scientific legacy. Register by March 4: https://gosbu.co/4rIzgoy