Sex and Relationships 2025
2025 Sex and Relationships photoshoot walk-through
This year’s Sex and Relationships special issue revolved around the theme “Love in Different Cultures.” The Statesman held its annual photoshoot in the…
Ignorance isn’t innocence: Why comprehensive sex education is a necessity
Sex education varies significantly across different cultures and belief systems, shaping individuals’ perspectives and understanding of relationships,…
Seawolf sweethearts exclusive: How students balance identities and relationships
For this year’s Sex and Relationships special issue, The Statesman explored how Stony Brook University students’ diverse cultural backgrounds influence…
From childhood to commitment: the role of family in relationships
The way individuals view and approach fostering relationships is often deeply influenced by their familial dynamics and cultural backgrounds. These…
Onion Bagel: A decline of passport power and love
In a world where love supposedly conquers all, it appears that I have one formidable opponent standing in the way: the immigration office. Once…
Gen Z embraces celibacy
Generation Z is celebrating sexual positivity and unexpectedly reclaiming bodily autonomy through celibacy. Voluntary celibacy is growing amongst…
A Muslim Woman’s Perspective on Relationships
Growing up, the hadith that held deep significance for me was: “The best among you are those who are best to their wives, and I am among the best…
Ten cute date spots around Stony Brook
It can be difficult to find a good spot for a night out when you’re a student on the Stony Brook University campus without a car. So without resorting…
“Love Is Blind” isn’t about love — it’s about capitalism
“Love Is Blind” wrapped up its eighth season, which spanned from Feb. 14 to March 9, following five engaged couples from Minneapolis, Minn. who…
2025 Sex & Relationships survey results
Love is in the air — or at least in Google Forms. For our annual Sex and Relationships special issue, The Statesman asked the Stony Brook University…
