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A map of Stony Brook University marked with the locations of crimes that occurred on campus from Friday, April 2 to Sunday April 8. ILLUSTRATED BY BRITTNEY DIETZ/THE STATESMAN

SBU Crime Watch: April 2 – April 8

Mariam Guirgis, Assistant News Editor April 14, 2024
All reports are taken directly from the University Police Department and cannot be independently verified by The Statesman. 
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The President of Stony Brook Volunteer Corp (SBVAC), Nikhil Bamarajpet, talking to another member of SBVAC. SARA RUBERG/THE STATESMAN

Student volunteer EMS continue serving the campus through the COVID-19 pandemic

Alek Lewis September 3, 2020
The Stony Brook Volunteer Ambulance Corps (SBVAC), the university’s collegiate emergency medical services (EMS) agency founded in 1970, is made up of 39 trained student volunteers. The organization, which usually responds to 900-1000 calls a year, including helping overwhelmed local EMS, became essential workers in a global health crisis.
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Students moving into their dorms at the beginning of the 2019-2020 school year. SARA RUBERG/STATESMAN FILE

17 Stony Brook students test positive for COVID-19

Alek Lewis and Maya Brown September 2, 2020
The university, which has tested more than 3,000 students since Aug. 11, said that 17 students have tested positive for the virus. This brings the total number of confirmed cases on campus to 18, after the first case was reported on Aug. 28.
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The Stony Brook Pipettes performing at Stony Brook Universitys Seawolves Showcase in October 2019. This year, performance groups and other clubs will not get the chance to meet physically. SARA RUBERG/STATESMAN FILE

COVID-19 causes remote meetings and budget cuts for student organizations

Maya Brown September 1, 2020
Clubs and organizations thrive on interaction, community and events, all of which are a vital part of campus life. However, they are now forced to adapt to a remote experience and limited funds in the midst of the coronavirus pandemic. 
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Pedestrian hit outside of LaValle Stadium

Pedestrian hit outside of LaValle Stadium

Andrew Zucker September 7, 2019
According to Setauket Fire Department Third Assistant Chief, Timothy Devine, a female student was hit by a car while walking on the crosswalk near stadium parking.
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SBU student reported missing

SBU student reported missing

Rebecca Liebson December 17, 2018
A missing persons alert has been issued for Stony Brook University student Michael McLaughlin.
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Accident on South and Nicholls JOSEPH KONIG/THE STATESMAN

Car accident on Nicolls Road puts four in the hospital

Mahreen Khan September 6, 2017
At roughly 3:30 p.m. on Tuesday, a collision occurred between an Stony Brook Volunteer Ambulance Corps ambulance and another vehicle on Nicolls Road.
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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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Hendrix College residence hall director dies unexpectedly

Hendrix College residence hall director dies unexpectedly

Arielle Martinez April 3, 2016
Sara Weber, the residence hall director of Hendrix College in Roth Quad, died unexpectedly in the residence hall on Saturday.
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Student struck by vehicle while crossing Circle Road

Student struck by vehicle while crossing Circle Road

Kelly Saberi September 24, 2015
A car accident occurred at the intersection of Circle Road and Campus Drive on Wednesday, Sept. 23, 2015. The victim was treated for non-life-threatening injuries.
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USG Treasurer Kathryn Michaud, above, presented an explanation of the 2015-2016 budget to the senators. MANJU SHIVACHARAN / THE STATESMAN

Campus briefing: USG senate passes new version of $3.2 million budget to fund clubs and agencies

Arielle Martinez April 27, 2015
The Undergraduate Student Government senate passed a new $3.2 million budget for the 2015-2016 year at its Thursday meeting.
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(BASIL JOHN / THE STATESMAN) Andrew Rosenbluth and Michael Rogers, above, who work for a private snow-removal company, pose for a photo with their shovels outside of the Staller Center for the Arts during the aftermath of Winter Storm Juno on Monday, Jan. 26.

SBU’s new Emergency Operations Center put to test in Juno storm

Kelly Zegers February 1, 2015
Emergency Management monitors multiple forecasts from news sources and meteorologists, but primarily works with other emergency managers from around the state.
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