The Statesman

USG discusses recognizing the legacy of the Marilyn Goodman Commuter Assistant Program

Michelle Grisales, Assistant News Editor • March 5, 2025

On Thursday, Feb. 27, members of the Undergraduate Student Government (USG)’s Executive Council presented updates on events, funding and upcoming...

USG special election approves new eligibility requirements for VP of Student Life and Treasurer

Viyang Hao and Michelle Grisales • February 20, 2025

Stony Brook’s Undergraduate Student Government (USG) held a special election to propose changes to the eligibility requirements for the positions...

The Cap Era: How USG’s budget cap is devastating Stony Brook hockey

Anthony DiCocco and Kevin Broderick • January 27, 2025

For the last four years, the newly minted captain of the Stony Brook hockey team has cherished the opportunity to step onto the ice and travel all...

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...

SBU students combat fashion waste with trash to treasure thrift shops

Clare Gehlich, Assistant Arts and Culture Editor • April 28, 2024

As the focus on fashion sustainability and raising awareness about clothing waste surpluses gains traction on social media and in the news, students...

SBU USG debates changing club food spending caps in financial bylaws

Viyang Hao, USG Beat Reporter • April 28, 2024

Stony Brook University's Undergraduate Student Government (USG) Senate has started to consider new financial bylaws. USG President Devin Lobosco...

Stony Brook criminalizes pro-Palestinian students and contradicts own values by failing to divest from Israeli apartheid

Namal Fiaz • April 25, 2024

Since Oct. 7, 2023, pro-Palestinian college students across the United States have made their voices heard despite repression from universities and...

Rapper A Boogie Wit da Hoodie was a big hit at Brookfest

Lorraine Hallett • April 24, 2024

Crowds filled Stony Brook University’s Island Federal Credit Union Arena on Friday, April 5 to see Bronx, N.Y. rapper A Boogie Wit da Hoodie perform...

Stony Brook hosts rally on student suicide prevention legislation

Admir Radoncic • March 17, 2024

On Feb. 23, the Undergraduate Student Government (USG) and partner nonprofit organization One More Option hosted several other college student governments...

McInnis addresses student concerns to USG Senate

Viyang Hao, USG Beat Reporter • March 5, 2024

In her visit to the Undergraduate Student Government (USG) Senate meeting on Thursday, Feb. 22, Stony Brook University President Maurie McInnis addressed...

USG-led initiative for suicide prevention picks up statewide traction

Charlotte Mirsky • December 7, 2023

Stony Brook University students and the Undergraduate Student Government (USG) are at the forefront of a new statewide student suicide prevention initiative. Launched in September, the initiative aims to improve access to key crisis resources and services for students demonstrating symptoms of suicidal ideation.

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Stony Brook hosts annual Wolfieland carnival

Mariam Ismail • September 13, 2023

Hosting thousands of students, the annual Wolfieland carnival made its return to Stony Brook University on Saturday, Sept. 9, in the Student Activities Center (SAC) parking lot. The fun-filled evening included a variety of rides such as the Swinger.

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