The Statesman

Stony Brook University’s class of 2020 returns for a belated graduation ceremony

Morgan Casey • September 19, 2021

Stony Brook University held an in-person commencement ceremony for the class of 2020 on Sept. 10 to celebrate their graduation achievements during the ongoing pandemic.

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Stony Brook will allow two in-person guests per graduate at commencement

Alek Lewis • April 23, 2021

SBU will allow two in-person guests per graduate at the Spring 2021 commencement ceremonies. Those who have applied for graduation and registered for commencement will be able to access their two tickets via the commencement website starting May 10.

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Commencement will be in-person this spring

Alek Lewis • March 21, 2021

Stony Brook University class of 2021’s commencement ceremony will be held in-person at Kenneth P. LaValle Stadium — at least for graduating students.

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Seniors call virtual commencement a ‘slap in the face’

Brianne Ledda • April 4, 2020

“It was like a slap in the face that they took our money for four years and can’t even make an effort to tell us that they plan on rescheduling it,” she said.

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USG President’s letter to the student body

Shaheer Khan • April 4, 2020

"My Fellow Students, I hope this letter finds you and your loved ones in good health. It is safe to say that we are in uncharted territory; it is a confusing and challenging time for us all."

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Commencement will be rescheduled if necessary, chancellor says

Alek Lewis • March 21, 2020

“If necessary we will reschedule your commencement to make sure you walk across the stage and we proudly celebrate your accomplishments,” Kristina M. Johnson wrote to seniors in the letter.

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My reflections on speaking with President Stanley

Vincent Sparagna • October 21, 2018

Vincent Sparagna recalls his discussion with President Stanley on various topics from increasing graduation rate to the messy budget cuts.

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Winter commencement still on for December 2018

Karina Gerry • March 3, 2018

“It was very upsetting to find out that they were canceling the commencement ceremony especially without even giving a reason as to why,” Saviano said.

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Stony Brook 2015: A year in photos

The Statesman • December 31, 2015

2015 was filled with diverse cultural events, student activism, and athletic upsets for Stony Brook. Here are our editors' picks of some of the year's most influential moments

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Commencement 2015

Bridget Downes • May 23, 2015

Stony Brook University conferred over 6,000 degrees at its fifty fifth annual commencement ceremony on Friday, May 22, 2015.

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Graduating seniors ready for caps, gowns and class rings

Caithlin Pena • April 22, 2013

Graduation is almost here, and Stony Brook University seniors are preparing to don the signature red cap and gown and receive their diplomas. Seniors may also choose to purchase another piece of memorabilia—the...