Health Equity News
SBU Celebrating 35 Years of Hispanic Heritage Month
Stony Brook University is celebrating its 35th year of Hispanic Heritage Month, a significant milestone for a program that honors the remarkable contributions of Hispanic and Latino Americans to the United States and the world.
SBU’s Newest Seawolves Take Part in Community Service Day
On August 24, nearly 350 incoming first-year and transfer students woke up early to participate in Stony Brook University’s fourth annual Community Service Day, making their first impression on the campus and the surrounding community.
SBU’s Academy of Civic Life Prepares Local Students
The Academy of Civic Life (ACL) is a pre-college program at Stony Brook University that addresses issues of inequity in access to higher education while preparing students from financially disadvantaged households and underrepresented backgrounds to excel in college and beyond.
SBU Student-Athletes Inspire LILTA Students
For the eighth year, middle and high school students participating in the Long Island Latino Teachers Association (LILTA) Summer Programs returned to SBU’s campus, meeting with student-athletes who offered inspiration and motivation to pursue a college education.
Expo Highlights Innovations for People with Spinal Cord Injuries
Spinal cord injuries affect a person’s life in unfathomable ways, with no bodily system left untouched. SBU hosted a Technology Innovations Expo, aimed at bettering the lives of individuals with spinal cord injuries.
SBU Faculty Project Expands North Shore Beach Access
Long Island’s beaches offer relief and relaxation for many during the hot summer months, but for some residents, access remains out of reach due to transportation challenges and financial constraints.