Past Events

Astrofest*

Thursday, April 25
4-8pm, ESS Lobby

An annual Astronomy Celebration where they take over the Earth and Space Sciences Lobby and host a wide array of Astronomy demonstrations and activities! Demos include a to-scale solar system tour, taking pictures with a thermal camera, observing the sun with telescopes (weather permitting), and more! Several other clubs will also be hosting their own demos and activities! 

Filling out Medical School Applications*

Monday, April 29th
1pm, Virtual

Learn how to fill out the application portals, calculate GPA's for admissions committees, input coursework, and the timeline to apply.

* RSVP Here: Filling out Medical School Applications

Springing into Networking*

Monday, April 29th
7:15pm-8:45pm Tabler 110

Join the University Scholars Executive Committee for a Paint and Networking Night! Food and craft materials provided.  Make your own birdhouse!There will be a presentation regarding different campus resources and opportunities alongside a panel/guided conversation with some University Scholars upperclassmen.

RSVP currently closed as event is full.

Scholars Mindfulness Series: Earthstride-Connecting Mind, Body, & Spirit*

Tuesday, April 30
4:15-5:15pm, Meet Outside Ashley Schiff Preserve

This topic in the series is designed to harmonize the mind, body, and spirit through an immersive journey into nature. Hosted amidst the serene landscape of the Ashley Schiff Preserve on campus, this event offers participants a unique opportunity to engage with the natural world in a mindful and intentional way.  Learn tools to help find resonance with your environment and with others. Through mindful exploration and intentional engagement, participants are empowered to nourish their mind, body, and spirit, fostering a renewed sense of harmony and balance in their lives as they enter final exams.* Please note: Due to space on the trail, this is a "first come, first serve" event. The first 25 students who arrive on time will be able to participate and earn credit*.

Thrive During Finals*

Tuesday, April 23rd
1-2:15pm, Union Ballroom

Take a break from your studies and stop in to:

• Grab some free lunch and a finals "thrive" kit! 
• Visit the CPO table to learn about stress management tools and staying well through finals season!

In order for University Scholars Students to earn credit towards the event requirement, they must visit the CPO table*

Period Poverty Workshop*

Wednesday, April 17th
1:15pm-2:25pm, Union 111-43

Did you know that "Over one-third (38%) of low-income women report missing work, school or similar events due to lack of access to period supplies"(Learn more here)?  Period poverty is an issue facing many women and we want to help lower that 38%! 

Join the University Scholars Executive Committee to learn more about period poverty, courtesy of CPO,  and partake in the assembly of menstrual hygiene kits. These kits will be donated to the Long Island Coalition for the Homeless. 

* Please note: Due to room capacity, this is a "first come, first serve" event. The first 30 students who arrive on time will be able to participate and earn credit*.

Campus Beautification Day*

Friday, March 29th  10am-12pm
SAC Plaza

Interested in enhancing our campus beauty and environmental impact? Join the Advancement Department in contributing to Stony Brook University's Planting Program. Volunteers will meet at the SAC Plaza for the start of the event. Hats and sunscreen are recommended.  

RSVP Here:https://stonybrook.givepulse.com/event/434765

Art Crawl*

Wednesday, March 27th
12-3 PM, Start in Charles B. Wang Center Skylight Gallery

The campus-wide Art Crawl begins at the Wang Center at 12pm, followed by the Zuccaire Gallery at 12:30pm. Free guided tours of diverse art galleries! Stony Brook University hosts a variety of renowned art galleries that provide unique spaces and opportunities for cultural and artistic exchanges and collaborations. Our art crawls unite our university’s galleries through a series of free guided tours led by expert curators. This initiative directly supports the university’s commitment to celebrating diversity and promotes the university’s place in the global community. Each art crawl will offer tours of five galleries, visiting each for about 30 minutes. 

12:00pm | Charles B. Wang Center, Skylight Gallery
12:30pm | Paul W. Zuccaire Gallery, Staller Center for the Arts, Level 1
1:15pm | Latin American & Caribbean Culture Art Gallery, Social and Behavioral Sciences (SBS), N-335, Level 3
2:00pm | Melville Library, North Reading Room, Level 2
2:30pm | Simons Center Gallery, Simons Center for Geometry and Physics, Level 1

Register here:Art Crawl Registration

Fall 2024 Registration Readiness Workshop*

Wednesday, March 27th
4-5pm, University Honors Seminar Room: Union 111-43

Don’t sweat the fall stuff! This is a pre-registration event designed to help University Scholars create and check off items on their "enrollment" to-do list before Fall 2024 enrollment begins. Topics will include: an overview of the University Scholars requirements, how to resolve holds, types of error messages that may occur during registration, and how to schedule a future appointment with an academic advisor.

* Please note: Due to room capacity, this is a "first come, first serve" event. The first 30 students who arrive on time will be able to participate and earn credit*.

Volunteer Fair*

Wednesday, March 27th  11:30am-2pm
SAC Ballroom A

Visit the Volunteer Fair in SAC Ballroom A to explore service opportunities, meet Long Island and NYC region nonprofit agencies, and learn how to get involved in your community both on and off campus!

RSVP Here:https://stonybrook.givepulse.com/event/416494

Scholars Mindfulness Series: Harmony Haven-A Terrarium Journey to Self-Discovery and Gratitude *

Tuesday, March 26th  5:30-7pm
University Honors Seminar Room: Union 111-43

RSVP Here:https://forms.gle/hKpnCYpJFVnqPWVT9

Come engage with other scholars students in a  relaxing environment! Scholars students will build an intentional terrarium that focuses on themes of   self discovery, finding joy in the present moment, and cultivating gratitude in your life.   Learn tools to help find resonance with your environment and with others. If you enjoy relaxation, growth, and nature this topic is for you!  

Seawolves in Service: Little Saint Nick Foundation*

Tuesday, March 26th  2-4pm

SAC 306

Small bag, big impact: join the Little Saint Nick Foundation, a nonprofit agency that delivers cheer to children in need, in SAC 306. Pack gift bags that will be donated and distributed to patients at the Stony Brook Children's Hospital. 

RSVP Here:https://stonybrook.givepulse.com/event/420757-seawolves-in-service-little-saint-nick-foundation

Scholars Mindfulness Series: Harmony Haven-A Terrarium Journey to Self-Discovery and Gratitude *

Friday, March 22nd
3-4:30pm, University Honors Seminar Room: Union 111-43

RSVP Here:https://forms.gle/hKpnCYpJFVnqPWVT9

Come engage with other scholars students in a  relaxing environment! Scholars students will build an intentional terrarium that focuses on themes of   self discovery, finding joy in the present moment, and cultivating gratitude in your life.   Learn tools to help find resonance with your environment and with others. If you enjoy relaxation, growth, and nature this topic is for you! 

Research 102*

Wednesday, March 20th
7-8pm, Frey 102

RSVPhere

Come join University Honors Programs  for a memorable panel night with some astounding researchers from the Stony Brook Campus. Students will learn about when and how to get research opportunities on campus.  

Fall 2024 Registration Readiness Workshop*

Wednesday, March 20th
1-2 pm, Union 111-43

Don’t sweat the fall stuff! This is a pre-registration event designed to help University Scholars create and check off items on their "enrollment" to-do list before Fall 2024 enrollment begins. Topics will include: an overview of the University Scholars requirements, how to resolve holds, types of error messages that may occur during registration, and how to schedule a future appointment with an academic advisor.

* Please note: Due to room capacity, this is a "first come, first serve" event. The first 30 students who arrive on time will be able to participate and earn credit*.

University Honors Programs Petting Away Life Stress (PALS) with CPO and CAPS *

Tuesday, March 19
6-8 pm, Union Lobby

This event offers students the opportunity to participate in animal assisted interactions designed to promote coping, connection, and relaxation. In addition to this, it provides the opportunity to learn about new strategies for managing stress and resources available on campus to support them. The Center for Prevention and Outreach (CPO) and Counseling and Psychological Services (CAPS) work together to coordinate campus PALS activities in collaboration with Pet Partners. 

In order for University Scholars Students to earn credit towards the event requirement, they must visit the CPO table*

University Honors Programs Faculty Roundtable Series: Graphic Medicine in Action *

RSVP requiredhere

Wednesday, March 6th
1-2PM, University Honors Seminar Room: Union 111-43

In recent years, comics and graphic narratives have become a popular and innovative form for telling auto/biographical stories in a medium that artfully combines words and images. Lisa Diedrich's presentation will focus on one exciting sub-field of the form known as graphic medicine, which explores the conjuncture between comics and clinical medicine. You will discuss how comics and graphic narratives have become important resources for communicating a range of ethical and clinical issues related to the experience of illness, and how this hybrid verbal/visual form helps medical practitioners, patients, families, and caregivers creatively reimagine the boundaries of “health,” “illness,” “life,” and “death.”

Lisa Diedrich is professor of Women’s, Gender, and Sexuality Studies. Her research and teaching interests are in critical health studies, disability studies, feminist science studies, critical pedagogies, and graphic medicine. Her project for the Faculty Fellows program develops her interests in multi-modal approaches to pedagogy, especially the use of comics and graphic narratives as a key component to her pedagogy, both in terms of materials she teaches and activities she has students do.

Please note: Due to room capacity, this is a "first come, first serve" event. The first 30 students who arrive on time will be able to participate and earn credit*.

 

Writing the Personal Statement Workshop: Featuring the Writing Center*

Wednesday, March 6th
1pm-2pm, Melville Library W 4550

Learn and understand the components of the personal statement as well as the do's and don't of personal statement writing particularly as it applies to graduate health programs.

*RSVP Here:Writing the Personal Statement Workshop: Featuring the Writing Center (google.com)

 

Crafting Cards for Kids*

Friday, March 1st
3:30pm-5pm, Union 111-43

The University Scholars Program welcomes you to participate in making cards for kids! Cards for Hospitalized Kids (CFHK) is an internationally recognized charitable organization that spreads hope, joy, and magic to hospitalized kids across America through uplifting, handmade cards. This will be an opportunity for you to indulge in hot cocoa while contributing to a great cause! All materials will be provided.

* Please note: Due to room capacity, this is a "first come, first serve" event. The first 30 students who arrive on time will be able to participate and earn credit*.

Your Digital Future-How Technology will Play a Role in your Career Journey*

Thursday, February 29
6-7:30 PM, Virtual

These days, the digital skills required in the workplace are more advanced, and companies expect the vast majority of their employees to have them, not just a select few. Technology is at the center of our lives, and redefines everything, every day. As our dependence on the internet and digital communications increases, our workforce must keep up with the evolving skill demand. A panel representing different industries will help us understand how this changing landscape matters when it comes to landing an internship or a job. Register here:https://stonybrook.joinhandshake.com/stu/events/1302858?ref=events-search

University Honors Programs Faculty Roundtable Series: Real Science, Fake News *

Wednesday, February 28
1-2PM, University Honors Seminar Room: Union 111-43

A valuable research reactor at Brookhaven National Laboratory was permanently closed in the outcry that followed the announcement of a nonhazardous leak. This was only one episode in which conspiracy theories, disinformation, and political ambition have damaged scientific facilities. Robert P. Crease will talk about how such events occur, what doesn't work to resist them, and what might.

 

Robert P Crease is a philosopher and historian of science in the Philosophy Department. In 2021 he won the William Thomson, Lord Kelvin Medal for “describing key humanities concepts for scientists, and explaining the significance of key scientific ideas for humanists.” For 25 years has written a monthly column, “Critical Point,” for Physics World. His books include The Leak: Politics, Activism, and Loss of Trust at Brookhaven National Laboratory (with Peter Bond, MIT Press, 2022), and his edited books include Between Science and Industry: Institutions in the History of Materials Science (World Scientific 2024).

Please note: Due to room capacity, this is a "first come, first serve" event. The first 30 students who arrive on time will be able to participate and earn credit*.

How to Gain Experiences On-Campus*

Wednesday, February 28
1-2PM, SAC 304

Join our workshop designed to open doors to hands-on learning, skill development, and personal growth available to you right here within your campus community! At this workshop, you will discover the multitude of opportunities that this campus has to offer including internships, research, leadership, experiential programs, industry projects, community service, and more. Information will be shared on applications, timelines, and how to prepare to be a strong candidate, especially with a focus on ways to gain experience in the upcoming 2024-25 academic year. Register here:https://stonybrook.joinhandshake.com/stu/events/1442614?ref=events-search

Scholars Mindfulness Series: Challenging your Inner Critic*

Monday, February 26th
4-5:30 PM, University Honors Seminar Room: Union 111-43

Come engage with other scholars students in a  relaxing environment! This topic in the series is all about challenging your inner critic and learning how to find an encouraging internal voice.  Learn tools to help find resonance with your environment and with others. If you enjoy relaxation, growth, vulnerability, and crafting this topic is for you! We will focus on the core concepts of attention, attitude, and intention. * Please note: Due to room capacity, this is a "first come, first serve" event. The first 25 students who arrive on time will be able to participate and earn credit*.

 

Peace Corps Prep Information Session*

Wednesday, February 21
1-2PM, SAC 302

Interested in global service? Looking to travel while giving back to local communities? Join us to learn about volunteer opportunities with the Peace Corps and how to prepare yourself for global service. Please register on GivePulse with your NET ID. Link belowhttps://stonybrook.givepulse.com/event/416564

 

Scholars Mindfulness Series: Challenging your Inner Critic*

Wednesday, February 14th
1-2:20 PM, University Honors Seminar Room: Union 111-43

Come engage with other scholars students in a  relaxing environment! This topic in the series is all about challenging your inner critic and learning how to find an encouraging internal voice.  Learn tools to help find resonance with your environment and with others. If you enjoy relaxation, growth, vulnerability, and crafting this topic is for you! We will focus on the core concepts of attention, attitude, and intention. * Please note: Due to room capacity, this is a "first come, first serve" event. The first 25 students who arrive on time will be able to participate and earn credit*.

Scholars Mindfulness Series: Challenging your Inner Critic*

Wednesday, February 14th
1-2:20 PM, University Honors Seminar Room: Union 111-43

Come engage with other scholars students in a  relaxing environment! This topic in the series is all about challenging your inner critic and learning how to find an encouraging internal voice.  Learn tools to help find resonance with your environment and with others. If you enjoy relaxation, growth, vulnerability, and crafting this topic is for you! We will focus on the core concepts of attention, attitude, and intention. * Please note: Due to room capacity, this is a "first come, first serve" event. The first 25 students who arrive on time will be able to participate and earn credit*.

Open Q & A: Debunking Pre-Health Myths*

Wednesday, December 6th
1:00 PM- Virtual Event
RSVP Here

Advisors will address common misconceptions that pre-health students have.

University Scholars Holiday Social*

Tuesday, December 5th
7:15pm-8:45pm, Tabler Black Box

In order to attend this event, RSVP is required. Please sign uphere. 

A Scholar's Holiday will be a night to remember! Join us for a holiday movie, Ugly Sweater party, hot cocoa, and many more snacks! Network with your fellow Scholars and Upperclassmen and learn more about the various resources and opportunities available on campus.

Scholars Mindfulness Series*

Tuesday, December 5th
10:30am-11:30am,Life Sciences 060

Come engage with other scholars students in a fun relaxing environment! Learn tools to help find resonance with your environment and with others. This session will focus on mindfulness techniques that Scholars students could use to become aware of their own social-emotional development and their "attention to the present moment". We will focus on the core concepts of attention, attitude, and intention through experiential exercises. * Please note: Due to room capacity, this is a "first come, first serve" event. The first 20 students who arrive on time will be able to participate and earn credit*.

Grab and Go Finals Gear Up (not for credit)

Friday, December 1st
1-3pm, Union 111-43

Take a break from your studies and stop in to grab some free lunch and a finals "thrive" kit! 

*Please note: Giveaways offered on a first come, first serve basis*

Gingerbread House Creation Contest (not for credit)

Thursday, November 30th
7-10pm, SAC Ballroom B

In order to attend this event,RSVP is required via SBEngaged/Corq.

Get in the holiday spirit and join the University Scholars team for a Gingerbread House Making Contest! Scholars will be split into teams (or you can come with your own) and will work together to construct magnificent maisons out of gingerbread and icing! Following the contest, it will be up to the entire Scholars community to be the judges and determine which team’s house will have the honor of being specially featured in the Torch Newsletter! So, bring your Scholars friends– and hopefully make some new ones– to tap into your creative and competitive sides as you work together to create the best gingerbread house! All supplies– gingerbread, icing, candy etc…– will be provided, as well as some hot cocoa to fuel the building fun.

Scholars Mindfulness Series*

Wednesday, November 29th
2:30PM-3:30PM, Humanities 3014

Come engage with other scholars students in a fun relaxing environment! Learn tools to help find resonance with your environment and with others. This session will focus on mindfulness techniques that Scholars students could use to become aware of their own social-emotional development and their "attention to the present moment". We will focus on the core concepts of attention, attitude, and intention through experiential exercises. * Please note: Due to room capacity, this is a "first come, first serve" event. The first 20 students who arrive on time will be able to participate and earn credit*.

Secrets to Being A Competitive Pre-Health Student*

Wednesday, November 29th
1:00PM, Virtual Event
RSVP Here

Advisors review the components of what makes a competitive applicant for graduate school & the timeline when students will start the application process.

Protect yOUR Health: Fueling for College Life Nutrition*

Monday, November 27th
5:30PM-6:30PM, Virtual Event
RSVP Here

Learn how you can take care of your health and protect those around you.

Scholars Mindfulness Series*

Monday, November 27th
4-5PM, Stony Brook Union 111-40

Come engage with other scholars students in a fun relaxing environment! Learn tools to help find resonance with your environment and with others. This session will focus on mindfulness techniques that Scholars students could use to become aware of their own social-emotional development and their "attention to the present moment". We will focus on the core concepts of attention, attitude, and intention through experiential exercises. * Please note: Due to room capacity, this is a "first come, first serve" event. The first 20 students who arrive on time will be able to participate and earn credit*.

Scholars Mindfulness Series*

Monday, November 20th
11AM-12PM, Stony Brook Union 111-02

Come engage with other scholars students in a fun relaxing environment! Learn tools to help find resonance with your environment and with others. This session will focus on mindfulness techniques that Scholars students could use to become aware of their own social-emotional development and their "attention to the present moment". We will focus on the core concepts of attention, attitude, and intention through experiential exercises. * Please note: Due to room capacity, this is a "first come, first serve" event. The first 20 students who arrive on time will be able to participate and earn credit*.

Healthcare Internships & Research Opportunities for Summer 2024*

Wednesday, November 15th

2-3pm- SAC 302

Students need to register on Handshake.

 

Conquer Career Comparison*

Wednesday, November 15th
6-7pm SAC 306

Does it sometimes feel like everyone around you already has life and career figured out? Do you ever feel like you’re falling behind compared to other students around you? You’re not alone. Join us in an interactive workshop exploring the factors that contribute to these feelings and learn strategies to address them and get started on your own career journey. Students need to register on Handshake.

 

Introduction to Unconscious Bias in the Workplace*

Wednesday, November 15th
1:00PM-3:00PM Unity Cultural Center 

Unconscious Bias - Stereotypes, attitudes, and prejudices held about social, cultural, or racial groups of people, which could range from sexual orientation, education, or gender. Join us for this interactive workshop to learn unconscious bias and the steps you can take to prevent biased attitudes and behaviors from interfering with workplace decisions and interactions. Lets learn about how we can recognize, address and prevent unconscious bias in your future workplace! Students need to register on Handshake.

 

Conquer: Procrastination*

Tuesday, November 14th, 6:00PM-7:00PM  Academic Success and Tutoring Center (ASTC) Suite L-08 (Lower Level) Students need to register on Handshake.

 

 ASAP:Adderrall and Ritalin, the Cruddy Study Buddies*

Friday, November 10th, 2:00PM-3:00PM SAC 303

Join CPO to learn more about the definition of substance dependency,  identify common study drugs and their side effects, identify healthier alternatives to using study drugs,  identify resources on-campus and in the community, and confidently identify an overdose situation and use Narcan. Students need to register on SBEngaged.

 

Academic Advising*

Wednesday, November 8th ,1-2:30pm Union Ballroom, RSVP Here 

Talk to Scholars Advisors and advisors of your Undergraduate majors here at Stony Brook!

 

Art Crawl*

Wednesday, November 8th, 12-2PM Begins at Wang Center

The campus-wide Art Crawl begins at the Wang Center at 12pm, followed by the Zuccaire Gallery at 12:30pm. See the full schedule here.

 

Scholarly Study Session*

Friday, November 3rd, 7:30PM-10PM- SAC 302

In order to attend this event, RSVP is required via SBEngaged/Corq. Please join us for a Scholarly Study Session! With the end of the semester rapidly approaching, it is easy to get caught up in the whirlwind of things and end up feeling overwhelmed and anxious as finals near. That’s why the University Scholars Program has teamed up with CPO to set a dedicated time for studying with your fellow scholars, as well as provide a variety of educational mental health resources on staying healthy and energized through the fall semester. This is a wonderful for-credit opportunity to meet some like-minded individuals in the scholars community, learn about staying well through finals season, and get some work done. As a bonus, refreshments will be served!

 

Research 101*

Wednesday, November 1st, 1:00PM-2:00PM SAC 304 ,RSVP Here

Q& A session where students share how they got into research. 

 

Conquer your Research Journey: Unraveling Fellowships for a Brighter Future*

Wednesday, November 1st, 1:00PM-2:00PM SAC 304 

Attention ambitious undergraduates! Are you ready to unravel the "why" and "how" of applying to prestigious fellowships and scholarships? Join the Career Center for a presentation from Ashley Staples, Director of External Fellowships, to learn how to integrate competitive fellowships into your academic and research goals. Whether you aspire to engage in cutting-edge research, pursue graduate studies, or make a positive impact on the world, Ashley's presentation will highlight domestic and international opportunities. Discover how these prestigious awards can fund your dreams, expand your network, and open doors to academic and professional growth. Mark your calendars for the "Unraveling Fellowships for a Brighter Future," and prepare to embark on a journey that will shape your future in remarkable ways. See you there!  Students need to register on Handshake.

 

"Science on Stage"*

Monday, October 30, 4PM Staller Center Theatre Two

An uncommon application of science communication, Science on Stage transforms cutting-edge research into theater, bringing together individuals with different interests and sparking transdisciplinary conversations. The free program consists of three original one-act plays inspired by Stony Brook researchers and written by professional playwrights.

 

National Make a Difference Day:Connecting Strengths to Making Impacts- A Workshop for Student Leaders*

Saturday, October 28th, 11AM-2PM SAC 227

Are you a student leader on campus? Are you interested in getting your organization involved in community service opportunities? Join us in SAC 227 for a training and brainstorming workshop on how SBU students can make a difference in our community through service and utilize our newest GivePulse platform.Students need to register on Handshake.

 

National Make a Difference Day: SBU's Career Closet*

Saturday, October 28th, 11AM-2PM SAC 228

Join us in SAC 228 as we sort through donated clothing items and accessories for SBUs first ever Career Closet. All donated items will be accessible for SBU students to keep for jobs, internships, and interviews. Students need to register on Handshake.

 

National Make a Difference Day: CPR Workshop (RSVP Required)*

Saturday, October 28th, 11AM-2PM 

 This is an AHA Basic Life Support CPR training course led by certified instructors from Stony Brook Volunteer Ambulance Corps. Upon completion of the course, all participants will receive their American Heart Association (AHA) certification in BLS CPR. The course follows AHA guidelines, including the following topics: • High-quality CPR for adults, children, and infants • The AHA Chain of Survival, specifically the BLS components • Important early use of an AED • Effective ventilations using a barrier device • Importance of teams in multi rescuer resuscitation and performance as an effective team member during multi rescuer CPR • Relief of foreign-body airway obstruction (choking) for adults and infants. Students need to register on Handshake.

Conquer: Career Decisions*

Wednesday, October 25th, 6:00PM-7:00PM SAC 306

Do you find decision making stressful? Do you spend time agonizing over whether or not you’ve made the right choice? Whether you’re choosing a major or deciding what career you want to pursue, this interactive workshop will provide tools and strategies to help you make more confident decisions. Students need to register on Handshake.

Goodie Bags for Children at SBU Hospital*

Wednesday, October 25th, 1-2pm, DeVries Center 121-123

* Please note: Due to room capacity, you must RSVP for this eventhere. Help the Scholars Outreach Committee make goodie bags and handmade letters for children at SBU hospital. All materials will be provided. We will also be discussing how to serve your community "far beyond" this event!  

 

Art in Focus: From Yiddishkeit Illuminator to Yankee Satirist: Arthur Syzk's Anti-Fascist Crusade*

Tuesday, October 24th, 6-7pm Online, RSVP

How did a newly landed Polish Jewish artist transform his brush and pen into powerful anti-Nazi propaganda weapons in the years and months leading into and throughout World War II? In conjunction with the Fairfield University Art Museum’s special exhibition “Arthur Szyk: Artist and Soldier for Human Rights” (on view through December 16), we explore a reassessment of this satirical realist’s role in a wide spectrum of magazine covers and illustrations. His muscular, unsparingly barbed imagery depicted the threat of Nazi genocide unlike any other graphic artist’s cartooning. Through scathing anti-fascist satires, Szyk came to be recognized by First Lady Eleanor Roosevelt as a true “soldier in art.” Philip offers an overview of this acclaimed traveling exhibition, on loan from the Magnes Collection of Jewish Art & Life at the University of California at Berkeley. 

MCAT Strategy Session Hosted by The Princeton Review*

Tuesday, October 24th

1:00PM to 2:30 PM- Virtual Event. Students need to register on Handshake.

 

Virtual Mock Interview: Medical & Health Graduate Programs*

Tuesday, October 24th
5:30 PM- Virtual Event
RSVP Here (Registration closes October 6 at 11:59 PM) Practice and improve your interviewing skills with professionals and medical students.

 

Conquer: Choosing a Major*

Tuesday, October 24th 6-7pm SAC 306

Are you feeling pressured to choose a major? Stressed that the major you have chosen isn’t the ‘right one’? Come talk about the connection between major and career and learn strategies to more confidently decide on a major in this interactive workshop. Students need to register on Handshake.

ASAP:Adderrall and Ritalin, the Cruddy Study Buddies*

Thursday, October 19, 5:00PM-6:00PM SAC 306

Join CPO to learn more about the definition of substance dependency,  identify common study drugs and their side effects, identify healthier alternatives to using study drugs,  identify resources on-campus and in the community, and confidently identify an overdose situation and use Narcan. Students need to register on SBEngaged.

Conquer: Fear of Missing Out*

Wednesday, October 18th, 6:00PM-7:00PM SAC 306

Students need to register onHandshake.

Conquer: Fear of Failure*

Tuesday, October 17th 6:00M to 7:00 PM- ASTC

Students need to register on Handshake.

 

Explore Undergraduate Healthcare Programs*

Wednesday, October 4th,6:30 PM to 8:30 PM- Virtual Event

Students need to register on Handshake.RSVP Here Panelist include Stony Brook's Nursing, Clinical Lab Sciences, Respiratory Care programs, Healthcare Professionals Alumni Panel*

 

Identity Abroad Workshop* 

Wednesday, September 27 1:00PM, Union Auditorium

 The International Academic Programs Office is excited to offer our first ever Identity Abroad Workshop in partnership with the Office of Diversity, Inclusion and Intercultural Initiatives (DI3). Join us for an open conversation where we can all learn from each other and set all students up to find the best-fit study abroad program. Visit our website for resources and learn how to Be Prepared. Be Safe. Be Yourself. Please RSVP onSBEngaged.  We will be raffling off a few awards of $500 to students present at the event.

ASAP: Adderall and Ritalin, the Cruddy Study Buddies

Friday September 22nd, 11:00AM-12:00PM, Recreation and Wellness Multipurpose Room

Join CPO to learn more about the definition of substance dependency,  identify common study drugs and their side effects, identify healthier alternatives to using study drugs,  identify resources on and campus and in the community, and confidently identify an overdose situation and use Narcan.

Navigating Faculty Connections for Research Exploration

Wednesday, September 20, 2023, 1:00PM - 2:30PM- virtual event

Students will hear from 4 guest speakers about building relationships with faculty to get involved in research and eventually request letters of recommendation. Students need to register on Handshake.

AstroFest

Thursday, April 27, 2023
4:00PM - 8:00PM 1st Floor Earth & Space Sciences and SAC Plaza

MSF Acoustic Cafe
Wednesday, April 26, 2023
12:30-2:30 PM, Tabler Black Box Theater (110)

Scholars Game Night
Tuesday, April 25, 2023
6:30-9:00 PM, SAC Ballroom B

Scholars Paint Night for the Long Island State Veterans Home
Thursday, April 20, 2023
6:00-7:30 PM, deVries Center Room 202

Earthstock Keynote Presentation by Carl Safina: What Animals Think and Feel
Monday, April 17th
4:00pm, Charles B. Wang Theater

Medical School Applications Panel Blueprint Webinar Event
Wednesday, March 8, 2023
6:00-7:30 PM, Alan S deVries Center

Do you wish to apply to med school, but don't know where to start? Fear not, we've teamed up with Blueprint Prep to help YOU navigate the process of applying to Med School.
Come down to the Alan S deVries Center on March 8th at 6pm for a Blueprint Webinar — where you'll have the opportunity to earn a prep course, discounts, a gift card, and additional webinars with some amazing Blueprint instructors.

Fred Guttenberg, One of America’s foremost voices for gun safety
Tuesday, February 28, 2023
7:00 pm- 8:00pm, Wang Center Theater

The Center for Changing Systems of Power will be welcoming Fred Guttenberg, one of the country’s foremost voices for gun safety to campus on February 28. Mr. Guttenberg’s daughter was murdered in the Marjorie Stoneman Douglas High School shooting in Parkland Florida.  He has dedicated every day of the past five years to working for gun safety legislation and action on the federal, state and local level.

Alumni Panel of the 60s & 70s
Tuesday, February 7, 2023
Union Ballroom

An alumni panel on Black student history, student activism, and the formation of the Black Studies Program (now Africana Studies) at Stony Brook University in the 1960s and 1970s. Presented by the Paul W. Zuccaire Gallery, Department of Africana Studies, and the Black History Month Planning Committee. Organized in connection to the Paul W. Zuccaire Gallery exhibition Revisiting 5+1 which presents the story of 5+1, a historical exhibition that took place at Stony Brook University in 1969 during the first semester of courses in the Black Studies Program. On view through March 31.

Anna Deavere Smith
Tuesday, November 29, 2022; 4:00PM
Staller Center

PUMP(kin) IT UP Scholars

Monday, October 31, 2022; 8:30PM 
SAC Room 169

Aydian Dowling

Wednesday, September 21, 2022; 1:30PM

Wang Center Theater

Wednesday, March 31st, 2021
1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Virtual on Zoom 

Come find out about the wide array of Study Abroad opportunities available to you here at Stony Brook. Don't think you can Study Abroad because of your major or academic track? Find out how the Study Abroad Office can help make this a possibility!  University Scholars is hosting a Study Abroad Information Session, facilitated by Mariam Isack, Director, International Academic Programs and Assistant Director, Tanzania Study Abroad.

2021 Virtual Major\Minor Event

Wednesday, March 24th, 2021
12:45 p.m. - 2:30 p.m. 
Virtual on Zoom 

This event  will offer students the opportunity to interact and engage with representatives from each Department/Program virtually.  All Department/Programs will host two, 45 minute Zoom Sessions.  

Stony Brook University Art Crawl: A Guided Virtual Exhibition Tour

Tuesday, March 23rd, 2021
11:00 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
Virtual on Zoom

Stony Brook University is host to a variety of renowned art galleries that provide unique environments for diverse cultural and artistic exchanges. Art Crawl unites our university galleries through a series of free, guided tours led by curators. This semester, Art Crawl has gone virtual! Please join us to explore current exhibitions and installations from your favorite campus galleries.

The Physician-Poet Speaks: Dr. Jack Coulehan 

March 17, 2021
4:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Virtual on Zoom 

Join us for a talk delivered by Dr. Jack Coulehan, who will discuss how he turned to poetry to help him deal with the demands of doctoring--and met with resounding success. Not only did Dr. Coulehan reap many benefits from poetry, but he also put a lot into it, becoming one of the leading lights in the evanescent art  of weaving words.

Women in Computer Science (WiCS) Ladies at the Top

Thursday, March 11th, 2021
7:00 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.
Virtual on Zoom

Ladies at the Top is a panel-style event where WiCS invites female professionals in respective fields to talk about their experiences and any challenges they may have faced regarding gender bias/discrimination. 

Career Center Job and Internship Fairs

February and March, 2021 
Virtual on Handshake 
Students will be able to meet with employers through pre-scheduled 1:1 virtual appointments and 30 minute group information sessions. Resume review and other preparation events are available as well.  

Inspiring Women in STEM Academia: A Community Dialogue

Wednesday, March 3rd, 2021
6:00 PM
Virtual on Zoom

Join Women in Computer Science, the Society of Women Engineers, and the Stony Brook Robotics Team for a discussion to address the lack of female representation in STEM academics! 

This event will begin with a discussion panel consisting of Stony Brook professors and faculty who will provide valuable insight into the issue. From there, everyone will split into smaller discussion groups where you as a student will be able to voice your opinions, hear about the thoughts/experiences of other students, and participate in an engaging discussion with faculty.

Women in Computer Science Hackathon

Friday, February 12th - Saturday, February 13th
5 p.m. Friday - 5 p.m. Saturday
Virtual 

This February, Women in Computer Science (WiCS) at Stony Brook University is hosting its 6th annual hackathon, HackHealth, and we would like to invite you! HackHealth is a beginner-friendly hackathon that encourages students to develop their skills to make a lasting impact on health-related issues such as nutrition, fitness, mental health, and more. The hackathon also aims to promote diversity in the technology sphere by emphasizing inclusion and creativity.

AEMB Science  Research Panel  

Thursday, November 19, 2020
7:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m
Virtual on Zoom

This Thursday,  Alpha Eta Mu Beta  will be hosting a Science Research Panel.  The  panelists range in many areas of biology, chemistry, and physics. This AEMB event gives you the opportunity to ask questions about anything and everything science research at Stony Brook University.

SKRIBBLE.IO & SUCCESS TIPS

Wednesday, November 18, 2020
1:00 p.m.
Virtual on Zoom

Join the Finish in 4 Team to learn 4 simple ways to succeed in online classes, plus bring your friends to play Stony Brook-themed  skribbl.io!

Among Us Game Night! 

Saturday, November 14, 2020
8:00 p.m. 
Virtual on Zoom 

Join the University Scholar's Community this weekend for Among Us Game Night, hosted by the University Scholars Social Committee. Among Us is an online multiplayer social deduction game. The game takes place in a space-themed setting, in which players each take on one of two roles, most being Crewmates, and a predetermined number being Impostors. Mingle with other Scholars while you attempt to find the imposter before your ship fails! 

Processing the 2020 Election: A Time for Connection, Healing, and Unity

Tuesday, Nov. 10, 2020
6:30 - 8 p.m.
Virtual on Zoom 

While the recent election has highlighted our differences of opinion, it also offers opportunities for overcoming divisiveness and building bridges. A panel of Stony Brook experts will come together to discuss the next steps in the election process, and how we can continue to come together as a caring, respectful and civil campus community.  Faculty and administrators will provide insights on how the next phases of the process unfold. We will explore the nuts and bolts of the Electoral College process and consider how to foster an ongoing culture of civility and respect. 

Judi Brown-Clarke , Vice President of Equity and Inclusion, Chief Diversity Officer
Yanna Krupnikov , Associate Professor of Political Science
Ryan Vander Wielen , Associate Professor of Political Science

Moderated by   Laura Lindenfeld , Executive Director of the Alan Alda Center for Communicating Science, Dean of the School of Journalism, Vice Provost for Academic Strategy and Planning

Community Dialogue: We Voted, Now What?

Wednesday, November 4, 2020
7 pm - 9:30 pm
Virtual (via Zoom)

Given the challenging times we are all experiencing, and knowing that the outcome of many election races, including the race for President of the United States, are likely to be undecided on Election Day this year, it is important that we come together as a community to discuss and better understand this very timely issue and support our community moving forward.

Diversity and Inclusion Recruitment Panel 

Friday, November 6, 2020
10 - 11:00 am
Virtual on Zoom 

Before meeting with employers at the Diversity Recruitment Networking Event, join the Career Center for a one-hour panel discussion on what diversity and inclusion look like within a company.  Panelists will be representatives from Amazon, Nature's Bounty, and PSEG.  

Diversity Recruitment Networking Event 

Friday, November 6, 2020
11:00 am - 2:00 pm
Virtual on Zoom 

Radiologic Technology and Radiation Therapy Panel

Thursday, October 29, 2020
1:00 - 2:00 pm 
Virtual on Zoom

The Health Technology & Management (HTM) club is hosting a Health Professions virtual  panel, consisting of Radiologic Technology And Radiation Therapy faculty and students, to talk more about and answer questions regarding these professions. These two fields are currently in-demand with high paying salaries and rewarding career paths.  

Atelier Art History Talk: Winslow Homer's Indigenous Subjects on Long Island

Thursday, October 29, 2020
6:00 - 7:30 pm
Virtual on Zoom

Nancy Puchner delivers a lecture about Winslow Homer's watercolor portrait of Montaukett Chief, David Pharaoh, painted in 1874. Homer was an artist celebrated for his truthfullness, and Puchner will explore whether or not his portrait of Pharaoh exhibits the artist's characteristic truthfullness or instead engages with popular Indian stereotypes from the time. More information:  https://theatelieratflowerfield.org/workshops%2Fevents 

Student Diversity Leadership Conference

Wednesday,  October 28, 2020
1:00pm - 2:30pm
Virtual on Zoom

Join us for Stony Brook University's second   " Ignite the Student Leader in You"  Student Diversity Leadership Conference. The purpose of this conference is to increase self-awareness and diversity awareness, and share perspectives and approaches to inclusive leadership for campus community building and beyond. In its second year, this will be a virtual conference designed for all students (including current and aspiring student leaders) that will focus on the importance and benefits of diversity and inclusion as an integral part of leadership. Registration is not required.

Long Island University's College of Veterinary Medicine Informational

Tuesday, October 27, 2020
4:00 pm
Virtual on Zoom 

Long Island University School of Veterinary Medicine   , the only Veterinary Program on Long Island, just accepted their first class this Fall!  This virtual informational will offer Stony Brook students an opportunity to collaborate with LIU.  LIU School of Veterinary Medicine  will  be speaking to all of Stony Brook University's animal-loving students. 

A Conversation with Yusef Salaam

Tuesday, October 27, 2020
3:30 PM
Virtual on Zoom

Join the Virtual Live Event A Conversation With Yusef Salaam – One of "The Exonerated Five." 

In 1989, a young woman was brutally raped and left for dead in NYC's Central Park. Five boys – four black and one Latino – were convicted of the crime in a frenzied case that rocked the city. They became known collectively as "The Central Park Five." In 2002, after spending years behind bars, the five were exonerated when unidentified DNA in the case was linked to a convicted murderer and rapist who confessed. In 2013 filmmakers Ken and Sarah Burns released  The Central Park Five, a documentary exposing this travesty from the perspective of the five young men, and in 2019 Netflix released Ava DuVernay's award-winning film  When They See Us.  Yusef Salaam was 15 when his life was changed forever. Please join Salaam and Charles L. Robbins, Vice Provost for Undergraduate Education and Executive Director of the Center for Changing Systems of Power, for a virtual talk on a wide range of issues.

Faculty Panel

Thursday, October 22, 2020
5:00 - 6:30 pm
Virtual on Zoom

Join us for the annual University Scholars Faculty Panel!  Hear from some of Stony Brook's most popular faculty as they discuss their college experiences, what led them to teaching, and any research they are currently involved in. This year's panelists will include:

- Dr. Heather J. Lynch, Professor, IACS Endowed Chair of Ecology & Evolution, Department of Ecology and Evolution
- Dr. Barbara E. Frank, Associate Professor, Department of Art, Affiliated with Africana Studies, Women's and Gender Studies, Latin American and Caribbean Studies, and the Humanities Institute
- Dr. Reuben Kline, Associate Professor, Director, Center for Behavioral Political Economy, Department of Political Science
- Dr. Jon Longtin, Professor, Associate Dean for Research and Entrepreneurship, Department of Mechanical Engineering

Virtual Mock Interview Day

Friday, October 16, 2020
12:00 - 2:00 pm
Virtual on Zoom 

Are you prepared for your virtual interview? Be sure to register for the Career Center's Mock Interview Day  to practice interview questions with recruiters such as Amazon, Northwell Health, PSEG, Softheon, The Nature's Bounty Co., and more.  Recruiters will share advice and tips on what employers are looking for. Participants will get to participate in an industry-focused mock interview with an employer in a small-group with peers who have similar career interests.

Fall 2020 Leadership Conference

Friday, September 18, 2020
3 pm to 6 pm
Virtual on Zoom 

The Office of Student Engagement and Activities is hosting their Fall Leadership Conference, and it is open to all students. The conference will take place via Zoom from 3pm-6pm and the theme is "Leading by Your Mission and Values." You can find more information, including the conference schedule, here.

Community Dialogue on the Right to Vote

Wednesday, September 16, 2020, 7pm to 9pm, Virtual on Zoom

This community dialogue will be an important opportunity for students, faculty, staff and community members to come together to better understand this very timely issue, to discuss the different options through which we can address such division in our communities, and to identify some solid ways in which we can best support our community through today's national climate.

Short Film and Artist Talk*

Monday, March 9, 2020; 2:30PM to 3:30 PM, Zuccaire Gallery, Staller Center for the Arts

Join us for a screening of the short film   In Residence: A History of A.I.R. Gallery, followed by a conversation with SBU Professor Howardena Pindell, a founding member of the A.I.R. women artists collective, in dialogue with Assistant Professor Sohl Lee. Presented in celebration of Women’s History Month and the 100th Anniversary of Women’s Suffrage. For more about the  film, visit  https://www.airgallery.org/history 

Campus Community Emergency Response Team (C-CERT) Public Training*

Friday, March 6, 2020; 7PM to 8PM, Engineering 145

 As spring is approaching, many severe weather conditions might also follow the steps of this beautiful season. During this public training, CERT will educate the student body about several types of frequently occurring severe weather conditions in the spring. The public training will also go over some safety precautions and tips on how to correctly prepare and respond to these weather conditions. By the end of this training, CERT hopes that everyone is trained properly and confidently to deal with the dangerous weather conditions in the future.

Ladies at the Top*

Monday, March 2, 2020; 7PM to 9PM, New Computer Science Building 120

Women in Computer Science is hosting a women in STEM speaker panel. WiCS has invited female industry professionals to discuss their experience in their field and any challenges they may have faced in their career. Invited speakers include  Barbara Korycki (Broadridge, Senior Project Manager), Cindy Leiton  (Stony Brook Medicine Dept. of Pathology, Program Manager and Translational Scientist), Briana Brown (GE Aviation, Program Manager),  Benvinda Santos (Nature Bounty, Plant Manager), and others.

Note: As this event is being co-sponsored, there is no RSVP which means that you will need to arrive early to guarantee yourself a seat. Once capacity is reached no additional students will be permitted to attend.

Due to the length of this event, this is a 2-credit event.

Community Dialogue on Literacy and Fake News*

Wednesday, February 19, 2020; 7PM to 9:30PM, Student Activities Center Ballroom A

This community dialogue will be an important opportunity for students, faculty, staff and community members to come together to better understand this very timely issue, to discuss the different options through which we can address such division in our communities, and to identify some solid ways in which we can best support our community through today's national climate.

Note: As this event is being co-sponsored, there is no RSVP which means that you will need to arrive early to guarantee yourself a seat. Once capacity is reached no additional students will be permitted to attend. Due to the length of this event, this is a 2-credit event.

Stony Brook Hockey - "Hockey is For Everyone Night"*

Saturday, February 15, 2020; 8:30PM, The Rinx (660 Terry Road, Hauppauge, NY)

Join the Stony Brook Hockey Team as it celebrates diversity at its first 'Hockey Is For Everyone Night'! Enjoy a highly competitive game between the Seawolves and league-rival Syracuse University while supporting inclusion of all communities in the game of hockey. Admission, as always, is free to Stony Brook Students with a valid Student ID. Please note, this event is being held off-campus, so you will need to find transportation to the venue.

Volleyball and 3v3 Basketball Tournament Fundraiser*

Friday, February 7th, 2020; 3:00PM, Walter J. Hawrys Campus Recreation & Wellness Center

The Women's Club Lacrosse team, Women's Club Basketball team, and the Tanzania Club are all collaborating on a fundraiser that will raise money to support village women in Mulala, Tanzania in the creation of a plumbing system in their secondary school they have been constructing. There is a $25 total team fee that will be used as the donation if you make one team. If you make both a volleyball and basketball team, the cost is $30. There is no limit in roster size.

Community Dialogue on LGBTQ* Inclusion and Legal Protections*

Tuesday, December 3, 2019; 7:00PM - 9:30PM SAC Ballroom A

Note: Due to the length of this program, this event will be worth two event credits.

This community dialogue will be an important opportunity for students, faculty, staff and community members to come together to better understand this very timely issue, to discuss the different options through which we can address such division in our communities, and to identify some solid ways in which we can best support our community through today's national climate.

Young Investigators Review*

Wednesday, December 4, 2019, 1:00PM - 2:20PM; Frey Hall, Room 100

Stony Brook Young Investigators Review, as well as the Alan Alda Center, will be hosting a lecture by Dr. Alan Hanash, a physician-scientist from Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center. In his lecture, he will be speaking on recent research regarding immunologic responses to stem cell transplantation that ultimately lead to intestinal epithelial regeneration. One disease in particular, known as graft-versus host disease (GVHD), has the potential to wreak havoc on this process and ultimately, epithelial recovery.

Scholars' Kahoot! Game Night*

Monday, November 25, 2019, 5:30PM - 7:00PM; Center for Global Studies and Human Development (GLS/HDV Center) Multipurpose Room 200-202

Are you a Scholar? Big brain? Or just the luckiest guesser? Shoot your Ka-shot at our Kahoot game night! Join your fellow Scholars in a splash of fun, dash of competition, with a loop of the Kahoot music playing in the background.

SMASH for Body Positivity*

Wednesday, November 20, 2019; 1:00PM - 2:00PM SAC Plaza

SMASH! for Body Positivity provides students with resources necessary to overcome common beauty stereotypes; students will "smash" these stereotypes by smashing plates. Particular attention is paid to mental health, as we will be collaborating with other organizations on campus focused on mental health, such as the Center for Prevention and Outreach; and Chill.

WolfieTank*

Wednesday, November 6, 2019; 6:00PM - 8:30PM, Charles B. Wang Center

NOTE: Due to the length of this program, this event will be worth two event credits.

WolfieTank, like the popular TV show Shark Tank, presents a unique opportunity for members of the Stony Brook Community to showcase their talents by presenting ideas to an esteemed panel of Judges. Through this event, contestants will receive valuable feedback and expert advice from established individuals in the industry.  The accepted submissions will have the chance to present their ideas to a panel of professionals as well as to the Stony Brook community in an effort to encourage the entrepreneurial spirit and professional networking.

Stony Brook Hockey Food Drive*

Sunday, November 10, 2019; 1:45PM, The Rinx (660 Terry Road, Hauppauge, NY 11788)

Help cheer on the Stony Brook Hockey Team and help families in need by donating a non-perishable food item. Please note, this event is being held off-campus, so you will need to find transportation to the venue. Credit will be awarded only to students who bring two non-perishable food items for donation.

Scholars' Pajama Party Night*

Friday, November 15, 2019; 7:00PM - 9:00PM Tabler Center Performance Area (Black Box Theater)

Come join fellow Scholars for a night of snacks, games, and fun at the Social Committee’s Pajama Party Night! Feel free to wear your PJs while playing some board games, JackBox, and Mafia with some new friends.

Microaggressions and the Pursuit of Equity*

Monday, October 28, 2019; 7:00PM - 8:00PM, SAC Auditorium

Part of the Presidential Lecture Series, this event will feature Jelani Cobb (journalist, educator and staff writer for The New Yorker) who will be speaking on microaggressions. 

Technion Study Abroad/Summer Internship Information Session*

Wednesday, October 30, 2019; 1:00PM - 2:15PM, Earth and Space Sciences Building, room 131

A representative from the Technion Israel Institute of Technology will explain and discuss the opportunities offered at the school, including study abroad programs, summer internships, etc. As it is a STEM school, the conversation will be geared towards STEM students, and those on the pre-medical track.

Pediatric Oncology Card-Making Event*

Wednesday, October 23, 2019; 7:00PM - 8:00PM, Roth 103 (SSO Center)

Join us for our annual card-making/banner event for the Pediatric Oncology Unit at Stony Brook University Medical Center.

Mental Health Comedy Tour*

Thursday, October 17, 2019; 7:00PM - 9:30PM, Tabler Arts Center, Black Box Theatre

NOTE: Due to the length of this program, this event will be worth two event credits.

This entertaining standup comedy show is designed to increase awareness about mental health and suicide, and fight the stigma linked to mental illness. Its hope is to inspire and open a dialogue, especially with those who may otherwise feel alone. There will be a 90-minute standup routine, 30-minutes of the comedians opening up about their own struggles with mental illness and how they've overcome these challenges; and then a Q&A with the audience.

Faculty Panel*

Monday, October 7, 2019; 5:30PM - 7:30PM, SAC Ballroom B

Hear from some of Stony Brook's most popular faculty as they discuss their college experiences, what led them to teaching, and any research they are currently involved in.

Scholars' Spelling Bee Competition*

Thursday, October 10, 2019; 5:00PM - 7:00PM, SAC Auditorium

Think you're the best speller in the Scholars Program? Prove it! Join us for this fun event either as a competitor, or to cheer on your favorite participant.

Community Dialogue on Incarceration in the United States*

Monday, September 23, 2019; 7:00PM - 9:30PM, SAC Ballroom A (two-credit event)

Hosted by the Center for Civic Justice, this community dialogue will be an important opportunity for students, faculty, staff and community members to come together to better understand this very timely issue, to discuss the different options through which we can address such division in our communities, and to identify some solid ways in which we can best support our community through today's national climate. 

Beyond the Classroom*

Thursday, September 12, 2019; 7:00PM - 8:30PM, SAC Ballroom B

Leadership and involvement are crucial parts of the college experience, and can make the difference between getting accepted to a graduate/professional school, or not. This annual panel event will allow students to hear from current University Scholars who are involved in a variety of leadership opportunities on campus. Positions that will be discussed include Scholars Fellows, Orientation Leader, Resident Assistant, Student Ambassador, Scholars' Intern, Teaching Assistant, Study Abroad, and others.  

University Scholars' Ice Cream Social*

Tuesday, August 27, 2019; 5:00PM - 7:00PM, SAC Ballroom B

This event will provide an opportunity for new freshmen to connect with upperclassmen in the University Scholars Program. 

End of Year Banquet and Awards Ceremony

Monday, May 13, 2019; 5:00PM - 8:00PM SAC Ballroom A

Join us for our annual End of Year Banquet where we will recap some of the highlights from the past academic year, and present our Senior Scholar of  the Year awards to some of our graduating students.

Neuroengineering and AI: Opportunities and Challenges in a Future Blurring the Lines Between Mind and Machine

Wednesday, April 24, 2019; 1:00PM - 2:15PM, SAC Auditorium

The Alan Alda Center & Young Investigators Review are hosting this lecture by Dr. Christopher J. Rozell. Dr. Rozell will be speaking on recent research building intelligent technologies that interface with neural systems to create novel cyborgs. As the lines between mind and machine grow more blurry, we will also discuss a number of new questions this raises about what it means to be human and the resulting consequences for everything from medical ethics to our legal system. 

Camp Cleanup Event

Saturday, April 27, 2019; 10:00AM - 2:00PM (Meet at Administration Loop -between Wang and Admin - at 9:45am SHARP!) 

Join us for our annual trip to Camp Paquatuck in Center Moriches as we help the staff prepare the grounds for the upcoming camp season. Camp Paquatuck is a camp for people with disabilities, so they rely heavily on volunteers. Wear comfortable clothing and shoes that you won't mind getting dirty. Some of the work may involve painting, helping with landscaping, removing old furniture, etc. 

AstroFest

Thursday, May 2, 2019; 5:00PM - 10:00PM ESS Lobby

Stony Brook Astronomy Club's 9th Annual AstroFest is open to the entire campus as well as the public, and is geared towards people of all backgrounds in astronomy and physics, including no background! There will be explanations of current events in space, exciting demos, to-scale Solar System tours, solar observing to start and nighttime observing to finish. Admission, raffle entry, and refreshments are all completely free, and credit will be given to anyone who participates in enough of the activities. 

Knowledge Community: Gendered Expectations in Society

Thursday, April 18, 2019; 7pm to 9:30pm, SAC 305

In partnership with LGBTQ* Services and several student organizations, the Center for Civic Justice is hosting its first-ever Knowledge Community. This event is intended to generate dialogue on the ways in which gendered expectations in society affect everyone in unique ways. The dialogue will address how gender identities socialize us, and how socialization can profoundly impact aspects of our lives such as familial expectations, standards of success, and one's safety within society. 

SB C-CERT Public Training

Friday, April 5, 2019; 7:00PM - 8:00PM; Engineering, room 143

As spring is approaching, many severe weather conditions might also follow in the steps of this beautiful season. During this public training, CERT will educate the student body about several types of frequently occurring severe weather conditions in the spring. The public training will also be going over some safety precautions and tips on how to correctly prepare, and respond, to these weather conditions. By the end of this training, CERT hopes that everyone is trained properly and confidently to deal with dangerous weather conditions in the future. 

The Game of Life: After Stony Brook Edition

Monday, April 8, 2019; 12:00PM - 4:00PM (it will take approx. 30 minutes to complete...you won't be there for four hours); SAC Ballroom A

Are you prepared to survive on what your first job pays you??? Find out during The Game of Life.

Medical School Panel

Tuesday, April 9, 2019; 7:00PM - 9:00PM LDS Center (H-Quad)

Join us for our annual Medical School Panel where you will hear from recent graduates from the University Scholars Program who are currently attending different medical schools in the area. Panelists will share their knowledge of the application process, interviews, and their experiences over their time in medical school. Q&A portion will follow. 

Financial Literacy

Wednesday, April 10, 2019; 1:00PM - 2:15PM SAC 304

Have you ever overheard a conversation about stocks/bonds and realized you have no idea what they are? Start adulting and increase your financial literacy by coming down to SAC 304 on April 10th to hear from a Fidelity Investments representative hosted by the Academic Committee. Learn about budgeting, money management, and general financial terms such as ETF, mutual funds, and index funds to make well-informed monetary decisions.   

DIY De-Stress Night

Tuesday, April 2, 2019; 7:00PM - 9:00PM LDS Center (H-Quad) 

To help relieve some of the stress that comes along with studying for midterms and finals, the Social Committee is hosting a relaxation event where students can visit various stations to take part in activities such as finger painting, building your own stress balls, create your own 'slime', or color. 

Community Dialogue on the State of Healthcare

Wednesday, April 3, 2019; 7:00PM - 9:30PM SAC Ballroom A 

This community dialogue will be an important opportunity for students, faculty, staff and community members to come together to better understand this very timely issue; to discuss the different options through which we can address such division in our communities; and to identify some solid ways in which we can best support our community through today's national climate.

SMASH! For Body Positivity

Wednesday, March 27, 2019; 1:00PM - 2:15PM SAC Plaza

SMASH! for Body Positivity provides students with resources necessary to overcome common beauty stereotypes; students will "smash" these stereotypes by smashing plates. Particular attention is paid to mental health, as we will be collaborating with other organizations on campus focused on mental health.

Atria - Assisted Living Trip

Saturday, March 30, 2019; 1:00PM-3:00PM (meet at SAC Loop at 12:30PM)

Our annual trip to the Atria Assisted Living Facility in East Setauket. Scholars will visit with the residents, play board games with them, and help to brighten their day. 

Community Dialogue - "A Divided Government" 

Monday, February 25, 2019; 7:00PM - 9:30PM SAC Ballroom A

This community dialogue will be an important opportunity for students, faculty, staff and community members to come together to better understand this very timely issue, to discuss the different options through which we can address such division in our communities, and to identify some solid ways in which we can best support our community through today's national climate.

Sexual Harassment & Gender Discrimination in the Sciences, Engineering & Medicine

Wednesday, February 27, 2019; 5:00PM - 6:30PM Wang Center Theater

This will be a panel discussion on how academic institutions might promote systemic, research-based policies to address sexual harassment and gender discrimination by supporting diversity, inclusion, and respect on campus. 

Pre-Conference Workshop

Wednesday, February 27, 2019; 7:00PM - 10:00PM SAC Ballroom B

The Society of Asian Scientists and Engineers, in collaboration with the Career Center and the College of Engineering and Applied Sciences, is hosting this event to provide information on upcoming job conferences and help prepare students for when they attend these conferences. Company professionals (from companies such as General Electric) will be on-hand to review student's resume and provide advice on the job process in general. Students should come with a resume already made, and should dress appropriately for an interview setting. The Career Center will also be hosting a workshop during this event.

Heart Gallery

Thursday, February 21, 2019; 6:00PM - 8:00PM LDS Center (H-Quad)

In honor of American Heart Month, come and view student artwork related to increasing awareness of heart disease. This event will also include a presentation related to heart disease and how it is impacting college students.

 

"Winners Dream: A Journey from Corner Store to Corner Office"

A Fireside Chat with Tech Company SAPSE CEO Bill McDermott

Tuesday, February 5, 2019; 1:00PM - 2:00PM, Wang Theatre

During this intimate conversation, hosted by the Career Center, McDermott will discuss his working class upbringing. Born and raised in Amityville on Long Island, at the age of 16 he bought the Amityville Country Delicatessen for $7,000. The business helped pay for his undergraduate education at Dowling College. After that McDermott earned his MBA at Northwestern University and then completed the Executive Development Program at Wharton School of Business.

In 2002 McDermott became CEO of SAP America and in 2010 he became co-CEO of SAP AG. In 2014 McDermott was the first American to become CEO of the company, now known as SAP SE. Since 2010 SAP’s market cap has increased from $39 billion to $144.7 billion.

Toys for Tots Charity Ball

Tuesday, December 4, 2018; 6:00PM - 8:00PM LDS Center (H-Quad)

Join us for our annual Toys for Tots Charity Ball. Enjoy some delicious treats and great music, while helping a wonderful cause. In order to receive event credit, you must bring a NEW (non-gift-wrapped) toy to donate to the charity.

Young Investigator's Review

Wednesday, November 28, 2018; 1:00PM - 2:10PM Wang Lecture Hall 2

"Watching Cells Behave Badly: Bioelectrical Signaling during Cancer"

Join Dr. Dany Adams as she discusses what has been learned in the last 30-odd years about the non-genetic changes cells undergo as they transform from normal cell to tumor cell to metastatic cell, and how we can use that information to diagnose and treat cancer. Dr. Adams is the Life Sciences Manager at Akita Innovations, Founder and CSO of Ion Diagnostics, and Founding Editor-in-chief of the new Mary Ann Liebert Inc. journal Bioelectricity. 

 

Red Watch Band Training

Wednesday, November 14, 2018; 1:00PM - 2:20PM Roth Lounge (Roth 122)

The mission of the Red Watch Band is to provide students in the Stony Brook community with the knowledge, awareness, and skills to prevent toxic drinking deaths and to promote a student culture of kindness, responsibility, compassion and respect. Students also learn useful information about standard drink sizes, common myths to sobering up and high risk environments and behaviors associated with binge drinking. Students who are interested in becoming Scholars Fellows, Orientation Leaders, Resident Assistants, etc. are highly encouraged to become Red Watch Band trained.

Scholars' Trivia Bowl

Wednesday, November 14, 2018; 6:00PM - 8:00PM, SAC Auditorium

Come down to the SAC Auditorium and assert your intellectual dominance over fellow Scholars!  Meet new people, learn new things, or show everyone that you already know everything. Display your knowledge in topics ranging from academics to pop culture.  You can team up with friends (teams of 5) or make new ones in an exciting night of trivia.

SB C-CERT Disaster Preparedness Event

Thursday, November 15, 2018; 7:30PM - 8:30PM ESS Room 001 

With the Thanksgiving Break approaching, the frigid temperatures also on the way. Want to know how to stay safe while enjoying your break? Join us at the Public Training presented by C-CERT  before the winter storms hit. Be prepared for the worst situations, and learn how to handle outdoor and indoor emergencies with guidance from C-CERT! 

Community Dialogue on the #MeToo Movement

Wednesday, October 24, 2018; 7:00PM - 9:30PM SAC Ballroom A

This community dialogue will be an important opportunity for students, faculty, staff and community members to come together to better understand issues around the #MeToo Movement, to discuss the different ways in which our community can seek to address these issues, and to identify some solid ways in which we can best support our community through today's challenges. 

Scholars' Murder Mystery Night

Monday, October 29, 2018; 5:00PM - 6:30PM LDS Center (H-Quad)

Attend our horror-filled Murder Mystery, where some survive - and other’s don’t. Enjoy refreshments and a social gathering of Scholars at our mock dinner banquet while you solve the interesting and horrific 'murder' of one of our own. The event is masquerade and black tie (encouraged but not required) - dress like this night is your last! 

Red Watch Band Training

Tuesday, October 16, 2018; 7:00PM - 8:30PM Roth Lounge (Roth 122)

The mission of the Red Watch Band is to provide students in the Stony Brook community with the knowledge, awareness, and skills to prevent toxic drinking deaths and to promote a student culture of kindness, responsibility, compassion and respect. Students also learn useful information about standard drink sizes, common myths to sobering up and high risk environments and behaviors associated with binge drinking. Students who are interested in becoming Scholars Fellows, Orientation Leaders, Resident Assistants, etc. are highly encouraged to become Red Watch Band trained.

Scholars' Faculty Panel

Wednesday, October 17, 2018; 6:00PM - 8:00PM Center for Leadership and Service (H-Quad)

Hear from some of Stony Brook's most popular faculty about their undergraduate and graduate studies; what brought them to teaching; and their research interests/projects. Panelists will discuss the importance of making a connection with your instructors, and how this can help you with your future goals.

Demystifying Engineering Majors

Wednesday, October 17, 2018; 8:00PM - 10:00PM SAC Ballroom A

The event is directed towards freshmen with an interest in engineering and aims to provide them with a better idea of what each discipline does in the real world through a panel of professors and professionals, and presentations of case studies. 

Chat! Choose! Connect!

Tuesday, September 25, 2018; 6:00PM - 8:00PM LDS Center (H-Quad)

Sit down and "speed-date" fellow Scholars to exchange tips/advice about academic life, classes and professors, extracurriculars, time management, maintaining a healthy lifestyle, and many more topics concerning the college student experience. The event will include group dialogues, networking, and a Q&A panel. 

Red Watch Band Training

Wednesday, September 26, 2018; 1:00PM - 2:20PM Roth Lounge (Roth 122)

The mission of the Red Watch Band is to provide students in the Stony Brook community with the knowledge, awareness, and skills to prevent toxic drinking deaths and to promote a student culture of kindness, responsibility, compassion and respect. Students also learn useful information about standard drink sizes, common myths to sobering up and high risk environments and behaviors associated with binge drinking. Students who are interested in becoming Scholars Fellows, Orientation Leaders, Resident Assistants, etc. are highly encouraged to become Red Watch Band trained.

Community Dialogue on Freedom of Speech

Monday, September 17, 2018; 7:00PM - 9:30PM Student Activities Center (SAC) Ballroom A

This community dialogue will be an important opportunity for students, faculty, staff and community members to come together to better understand issues around freedom of speech, to discuss the different ways in which our community can seek to address these issues, and to identify some solid ways in which we can best support our community through today's challenges. 

Beyond the Classroom

Thursday, September 13, 2018; 6:30PM - 8:30PM SAC Ballroom B

Co-curricular involvement and leadership are extremely important in making yourself a competitive candidate for graduate schools, medical schools, etc. Hear from other University Scholars who are involved in a variety of leadership and co-curricular opportunities. You will learn about different student leadership positions including Scholars Fellows, Student Ambassadors, Resident Assistants, Orientation Leaders, Peer Assistant Leaders, Academic Success and Tutoring Center Tutors, Research Assistants, and Undergraduate Student Government. 

Scholars' Atria Visit

Saturday, September 15, 2018; Meet at SAC Loop at 9:45AM (return to campus around 1:30PM)

Our annual trip to the Atria Assisted Living Facility in East Setauket. Scholars will visit with the residents, play board games with them, and help to brighten their day. 

Peer Assistant Leader/Mentee Ice Cream Social

Wednesday, August 29, 2018; 5:30PM - 7:30PM SAC Ballroom B

First meeting of University Scholars PALs and their mentees for the 2018-2019 academic year. Freshmen who requested and were assigned a Peer Assistant Leader will be able to meet with their PAL, go over strategies for success for the upcoming semester, and solidify meeting dates for the remainder of the academic year.

End of Year Banquet and Awards Ceremony

Monday, May 7, 2018; 6:00PM - 8:00PM SAC Ballroom A

Join us for our annual end of year banquet. Our final event of the semester will recap some of the highlights of the Program and recognize some of our outstanding graduating students with the Senior Scholar of the Year awards. 

AstroFest

Thursday, April 26, 2018; ESS Building (lobby)

Stony Brook Astronomy Club's annual AstroFest returns Thursday, April 26th, opening the ESS building to the public for an evening of rooftop observing, solar system tours, and interactive science demos and crafts. The event will begin at 5:00pm and will run until 10:00pm, with credit given based on number of activities completed, so don't worry if you can't be there at the start or have to leave before the end.  

Camp Cleanup at Camp Pa-Qua-Tuck

Saturday, April 14, 2018; 8:30AM - 4:00PM Meet in SAC Lobby (rain or shine)

The annual Camp Pa Qua Tuck Spring clean up is here! The event will be held on April 14, 2018. We will be meeting in the SAC at leaving promptly at 8:30 AM, so please arrive on time. We will be participating in a group clean and organizing inventory so please wear comfortable clothing and shoes. The event will take place rain or shine!

OMG It's Melting - Josh Willis, Ph.D.

Wednesday, April 18, 2018; 1:00PM - 2:15PM SAC Auditorium

Dr. Josh Willis, Project Scientist - Jason-3 for NASA's Jet Propulsion Lab, will discuss early results from Oceans Melting Greenland (OMG), and the use of comedy to communicate about climate change. Dr. Willis is the lead NASA scientist for the Jason missions, which measure sea level rise from space. 

Community Dialogue on Mass Shootings and Gun Violence

Monday, April 2, 2018; 7:00PM - 9:30PM SAC Ballroom A

This Community Dialogue on Mass Shootings and Gun Violence will be an important opportunity for students, faculty, staff, and community members to come together to better understand this very timely issue, to discuss the different options through which we can address mass shootings and gun violence in our communities, and to identify some solid ways in which we can best support our community through today's national climate. 

The Game of Life

Tuesday, April 3, 2018; 12:00PM - 4:00PM SAC Ballroom A (game will take approx. 30 minutes, offered in rounds)

The Office of Financial Aid and Scholarships will be hosting this event. The purpose is to help you align your potential financial perceptions with realities based on future salary expectations and goals. During the game, you will be given "money" and you will simulate making financial decisions. 

Medical School Panel

Tuesday, April 3, 2018; 7:00PM - 9:00PM LDS Center (H-Quad)

Our annual medical school panel will allow students to hear firsthand experiences of graduates of the University Scholars Program who are currently in their second and third years of medical school. Panelists will share advice on MCAT preparation, the application process, and share stories about their own experiences as medical students. Question and answer period to follow. 

Part of the Pack

Thursday, March 29, 2018; 7:30PM SAC Ballroom A

Part of the Pack is a mental health awareness program hosted by RHA, NRHH, and USG. The event will feature guest speaker Anika Daughtry: Senior Director, Program Services for the Make-A-Wish Foundation®; tabling from organizations and services around campus will provide stress relieving activities and information; and a walk to a candlelight vigil.  Each person will be swiped in and given a program and a tealight (which they can then trade for a free T-shirt). 

Movie Screening, "Be About It," hosted by Team HBV

Tuesday, March 27, 2018; 7:00PM - 9:00PM Tabler Center, Black Box Theater (Tabler Quad)

Join Team HBV as they end the silence on the "silent killer" known as the Hepatitis B Virus (HepB) and discuss how stigma, misconceptions and lack of awareness have contributed to the spread of this disease, especially among Asian and Pacific Islander communities. HepB affects 1 in 10 Asians and Pacific Islanders across the U.S. and worldwide, with an estimated 25% of annual deaths. We can't just talk about it, we have to Be About It! Team HBV will be screening "Be About It" to see how HepB affected the lives of two Asian American families and understand how we as students, friends and family members can work together to promote awareness about the HepB virus. 

SMASH for Body Positivity

Wednesday, March 28, 2018; 1:00PM - 2:20PM SAC Plaza

This event, sponsored by NRHH, will educate attendees about the importance of mental health and promoting positive body image, and overall physical well-being. 

Start-Up Nation Tech Fair

Wednesday, March 28, 2018; 6:30PM - 9:00PM SAC Ballroom A

Co-sponsored with the Hillel Student Club, this event is a professionally organized expo featuring early-stage Israeli companies exhibiting innovative products and technologies. The fair will also feature internship and employment opportunities with the exhibiting companies. The Entrepreneurship Panel will run from 6:45PM - 7:15PM, and the networking portion will run from 7:15PM - 9:00PM. For questions, or more information, please contact Benjamin Rahmani at benjamin.rahmani@stonybrook.edu. 

Women's Leadership Council Hosts Mallika Dutt

Thursday, March 22, 2018; 5:00PM - 6:30PM Hilton Garden Inn Stony Brook, Kenny Marburger Room

Mallika Dutt will be presenting about a wide range of topics on social and cultural change with an emphasis on compassion, love, and other forms for non-violent activism. If you are interested in civil rights, economic and environmental justice, progressive public policy, and global health, this event is for you!  

Scholars' Research Panel

Tuesday, February 27, 2018; 6:00PM - 8:00PM LDS Center (H-Quad)

Join us for this panel event where current Scholars will share some of their on- and off-campus research experiences. For students considering graduate or professional school after graduation, experience with undergraduate research is becoming a minimum qualification for consideration. Scholars on the panel will discuss how they first got involved in research, how it has helped them pursue their future goals, and provide tips on seeking out research opportunities. 

Scholars' Class-Year Mixer

Wednesday, February 21, 2018; 6:00PM - 8:00PM LDS Center (H-Quad)

Freshmen and sophomores will have the opportunity to engage in a 'speed-dating' type event where they will move from station to station hearing about the experiences of Scholars in their junior and senior years.  

Community Dialogue on How to Fix a Political System

Wednesday, February 21, 2018; 7:00PM - 9:00PM SAC Ballroom B

This community dialogue will be an important opportunity for students, faculty, staff and community members to come together to better understand issues affecting the United States government; to discuss the different options through which we can improve our political system; and to identify some solid ways in which we can best support our community through today's challenges. 

Valentine's Day Card Event

Tuesday, February 6, 2018; 6:30PM - 8:30PM Roth 103

Help brighten the Valentine's Day of children at Stony Brook University Hospital's Pediatric Oncology unit by making cards for them. Materials will be provided. 30 students at a time can be in the room making the cards, so you may need to wait a bit if the room is at capacity, but students do not need to stay for the entire two hours to receive credit.