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SBU community honors veterans at first in-person Veteran Day Ceremony in two years

SBU community honors veterans at first in-person Veteran Day Ceremony in two years

Sonya Gugliara • November 18, 2021
Stony Brook University held their annual Veterans Day Ceremony on Wednesday, Nov. 10 in the Student Activity Center (SAC) auditorium to express gratitude for both past and active military members, as well as honor the ones who have lost their lives. 
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Elijah Olaniyi's return to Stony Brook sparks flashy offseason

Elijah Olaniyi’s return to Stony Brook sparks flashy offseason

Kenny Spurrell • November 14, 2021
Two seasons ago, Stony Brook graduate guard Elijah Olaniyi came into his own, solidifying himself as a star as a junior by putting up averages of 18.0 points and 6.5 rebounds per game. The Seawolves finished 20-13 and in second place in the America East, but were bounced by Hartford in the semifinals of the conference tournament.
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Surrounded by weapons, Policelli ready to make leap for Stony Brook

Surrounded by weapons, Policelli ready to make leap for Stony Brook

Mike Anderson • November 14, 2021
Caught in the middle of another offseason roster reupholstering, redshirt-sophomore forward Frankie Policelli is back for his third season on the Stony Brook men’s basketball team, this time with the highest expectations yet. The Seawolves were picked to win the America East in the conference’s preseason poll, but Policelli showed just how nonchalantly they are handling the spotlight.
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View of the Bridge of the Americas POE El Paso Texas. U.S. Customs and Border Protection FLICKR VIA CC BY-SA 2.0

Biden’s $1.2 Trillion infrastructure package has passed, but what’s next?

Benjamin Joffe • November 14, 2021
On Nov. 5, President Biden’s $1.2 trillion bipartisan infrastructure bill passed in Congress and will be signed by the President within the next week. The bill will provide billions of dollars to states for the improvement of roads and other transportation infrastructure, as well as the expansion of broadband internet service, endeavors which will hopefully stimulate the economy. 
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Redshirt junior running back Ty Son Lawton getting tackled by junior defensive back Noah Plack from Delaware on Oct. 16. KAT PROCACCI

Football preview: Stony Brook looks to extend win streak against No. 8 Villanova

Matt Lindsay • November 12, 2021
Winners of three straight after their 22-17 road win against Maine last weekend, the Stony Brook football will travel to face the No. 8 Villanova Wildcats at 1 p.m. on Saturday, Nov. 13. The Wildcats occupy second place in the Colonial Athletic Association with a 7-2 (5-1 CAA) record and are coming off a 35-0 road win against Elon.
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Outside the Classroom, Ep. 1

Outside the Classroom, Ep. 1

Tim Giorlando and Justin Kenny • November 11, 2021
Welcome to the first episode of Outside the Classroom, the Stony Brook University podcast where we sit down with faculty around campus and get to learn a little bit more about them.
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A map of Stony Brook University marked with the locations of crimes that occurred on campus from Thursday, Oct. 21 to Tuesday, Oct. 26. GRAPHIC BY KAT PROCACCI

SBU Crime Watch: Oct. 21-26, 2021

Sonya Gugliara • October 31, 2021
Search and explore the crimes between Oct. 21 and Oct. 26, logged by the University Police Department.
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In the Loop: September 28th, 2021

In the Loop: September 28th, 2021

Tim Giorlando • October 31, 2021
Welcome back to In the Loop, a Statesman show covering all you need to know about campus. Host Tim Giorlando covers new guest policy guidelines and the Seawolves’ victories and losses this past weekend. Events this week range from the Black Involvement Fair to H-Community’s Super Smash Bros. Tournament.
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In the Loop: September 20th, 2021

In the Loop: September 20th, 2021

Tim Giorlando • October 31, 2021
Join The Statesman's host Tim Giorlando every week for a rundown on the news, events and announcements at Stony Brook University. This week, Tim talks about new updates from campus residences, SBU football team's journey to Oregon, events on campus for students and more.
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In the Loop: October 18th, 2021

In the Loop: October 18th, 2021

Tim Giorlando • October 31, 2021
Welcome back to In The Loop, a Statesman show covering all you need to know about campus. Host Francesca Mevs covers The Statesman special issue, State of The University and the return of Stony Brook Homecoming. Events this week range from homecoming fun to Emmy-nominated performer Alan Cumming's cabaret.
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Inside Statesman: Inside Mental Health and Sleep Deprivation

Inside Statesman: Inside Mental Health and Sleep Deprivation

Tim Giorlando • October 31, 2021
Welcome back to Inside Statesman, where we take a peek behind the scenes and sit down with the writers. This week, Podcast Editor Tim Giorlando talks with Assistant News Editor Joy Sze on her special issue article on sleep hygiene and mental health issues.
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In the Loop: October 25th, 2021

In the Loop: October 25th, 2021

Tim Giorlando • October 31, 2021
Host Francesca Mevs covers the tragic Alec Baldwin shooting,the new additions to the Stony Brook Hall of Fame and exciting events for USG spirit week and Halloween.
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