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The Stony Brook Volunteer Ambulance Corps (SBVAC) vehicles parked outside their emergency relief hub. BRITTNEY DIETZ/THE STATESMAN

A declining budget and dwindling membership: an inside look at SBVAC’s operations and ‘frat-like’ recruitment process

Mariam Guirgis, Assistant News Editor September 26, 2024

Concerns about the recruitment practices and culture of the Stony Brook Volunteer Ambulance Corps (SBVAC) have come to light following an op-ed published by Katherine Martin, a writer under...

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Should SBU allow hate speech on campus?

Should SBU allow hate speech on campus?

Rafael Auza September 22, 2024

This past April, a preacher stepped onto the Stony Brook University campus. Although he wasn't a student, that was no concern of his; he came here to preach. He stepped into the Student Activity Center...

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Students picking up their food at the newly added Popeye's location in Roth Cafe on Stony Brook University's campus. SAAMIA HASSAN/THE STATESMAN

Students spill the tea over new campus eats

Amit Ben-Bassat September 22, 2024

The fall 2024 semester at Stony Brook University has officially begun, commencing yet another semester of students juggling their work and social lives. Questions often arise, such as whether a party...

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Students spending time in the Stony Brook Union chatting with friends or doing work. IRENE YIMMONGKOL/STATESMAN FILE

Inside Stony Brook: Students reflect on campus social life

Amen Ruth Galinato, Assistant Arts and Culture Editor September 22, 2024

Caffeine-deprived students with a Dunkin’ fix, curious attendees in line for exciting cultural events and camaraderie amongst friends new and old help comprise the lively social atmosphere at the...

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The exterior of the Career Center located in the Frank Melville Jr. Library. ROBIN METZ/THE STATESMAN

The pressure’s on: Stony Brook’s job market

Amaresh Padala September 22, 2024

With the fall semester in full swing at Stony Brook University, there is a widespread feeling of tension among students. It is not only the stress of academics that burdens the minds of scholars, but...

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The exterior of the Mendelsohn Center in Gray Hall. RAFAEL AUZA/THE STATESMAN

Sink or swim: Stony Brook’s move-in mishaps

Sonia Kinyua September 22, 2024

Move-in week at Stony Brook University was expected to be a time of excitement and anticipation for both incoming and returning students. However, instead of students being greeted with the buzz of...

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A graphic illustrating the Disney franchise of live action remake of their classic films. ILLUSTRATED BY TEAGAN O'CONNELL AND BRITTNEY DIETZ/THE STATESMAN

Exploring the latest trends in films and franchises

Sarah Chaudhry and Amen Ruth Galinato September 22, 2024

Film is one of American culture's most iconic mediums of artistic expression. Hollywood has been the world’s film capital since the 1920s, playing a crucial role in shaping American culture. Beloved...

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Team photo of the 1974 Stony Brook club football team. The Patriots finished that season with a 6-2 record.

Stony Brook’s 1974 club team that brought back football: “Without us then, there is no now”

Alex Streinger, Sports Editor September 22, 2024

Over its 41-year history as a National Collegiate Athletics Association (NCAA) member, the Stony Brook football team has gone through its fair share of ups and downs. Most notably, it has appeared...

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Miss flow located on the first floor bathroom of the Student Activities Center. BRITTNEY DIETZ/THE STATESMAN

Period culture needs to change, period!

Sarah Chaudhry, Assistant Arts and Culture Editor September 22, 2024

Stony Brook University’s Undergraduate Student Government (USG) runs the Menstrual Hygiene Program (MHP), which was first implemented in 2022. USG President Nistha Boghra stressed the importance...

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The interior of the New Computer Science building. RAFAEL AUZA

Stony Brook University launches AI Innovation Institute to advance artificial intelligence research

Michelle Grisales September 22, 2024

Stony Brook University has launched its newest project aimed at advancing Artificial Intelligence (AI) research on campus: the AI Innovation Institute (AI3). According to Carl Lejuez, Executive...

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Stony Asian Mart reopens as Zheng's Asian Market under new ownership

Stony Asian Mart reopens as Zheng’s Asian Market under new ownership

Jenna Zaza, Managing Editor September 22, 2024

This summer, the old Stony Asian Mart reopened as Zheng’s Asian Market, anticipating a brighter, healthier future under new ownership. Frank Zheng and his wife, Jackie Chen, fulfilled their long-awaited...

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