The Statesman

The Bezos Earth Fund is Just Lip Service

Matthew Yan • May 5, 2020

Jeff Bezos, the richest man in the world, has done nothing to curb the 44.4 million tons of carbon dioxide his shipping services released into the atmosphere in 2018 alone.

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Dartmouth professor discusses genocide and tourism under fascist Italy in Libya

Matthew Yan • March 1, 2020

Graziella Parati discussed that agenda and the reasons behind it in her lecture, “Concentration Camps, Architectural Projects and Tourism in Italo Balbo’s Libya” on Wednesday, Feb. 26 at Stony Brook University.

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Unlimited dine-in is worth it … but with a few caveats

Matthew Yan • March 1, 2020

I never have to worry about leaving hungry since I can take as much as I want, and having one takeout meal a day lets me nab some food between classes without the risk of running late.

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Brookhaven National Lab chosen to host new particle accelerator

Matthew Yan • February 28, 2020

The EIC will be designed and overseen by 1,000 scientists from 30 nations, including scientists from Stony Brook’s own faculty.

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Stony Brook professor tackles biracialism in Black History Month lecture

Matthew Yan • February 23, 2020

Miletsky, who identifies as half-Jewish and half-black, hosted a lecture called “Interracialism: Biracials Learning About African American Culture” to tackle the storied history of what it means to be African American and biracial, Wednesday evening in the Frank Melville Jr. Memorial Library’s Central Reading Room.

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TAO drummers perform at Staller Center

Patrick Tuminski • February 23, 2020

TAO, a group known for their powerful performances that mix music and athleticism, showcased their newest act Saturday, Feb.15 at the Staller Center, simply called DRUM TAO.

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History Professor Robert Chase takes on forced prison labor in new book

Matthew Yan • February 7, 2020

Power, race, rape and the carceral system are the pillars of Stony Brook Associate Professor Robert Chase’s new book, “We Are Not Slaves: State Violence, Coerced Labor, and Prisoners' Rights in Postwar America.”

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Violent video games aren’t connected to shootings

Matthew Yan • October 27, 2019

Whenever the topic of gun control gets brought up on television or in Congress, there are always two scapegoats the National Rifle Association (NRA) tend to present: mental health and video games.

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A healthy diet is the best for coping with stress

Matthew Yan • October 11, 2019

College students are constantly stressed. Between ominous tests, looming deadlines and the nagging desire to be involved everywhere to make your resume glow, it’s easy to crack under the pressure and search for some kind of comfort.

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Growth mindsets create success

Matthew Yan • September 8, 2019

This is the fundamental question behind the debate over growth and fixed mindsets, a psychological theory first proposed by Carol Dweck, Ph.D.

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Everybody loses with loot boxes

Matthew Yan • December 9, 2018

How much would you be willing to spend to be able to play one character in a video game you enjoy? For loot box and gacha game players, the answer can be hundreds or even thousands of dollars.

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Banning plastic straws is a step, not a solution

Matthew Yan • November 11, 2018

As CulinArt announces its ban of plastic straws, it seems to be a step in the right direction. However, more actions must be taken to stop plastic pollution.

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