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Wyandanch residents demand answers nearly one year after investigation began into grade fixing allegations
Former school board President Jarod Morris, who was recently ousted from his position, claims all three administrators accused of taking part in the alleged scandal are still employed by the district.
Rocky Point High School track and field standout flies at U.S. Olympic Trials
“The goal is always to work the hardest.” Track and field standout – Jasmine Moore. Rocky Point resident Alexandra “Alex” Kelly, a gifted, 20-year-old athlete, had the opportunity to compete in the 2024 Olympic Trials June 21. There, she was placed 21st in the Women’s Long Jump Qualification – Group 1. She has gained valuable knowledge watching the preparation of other top athletes on the national stage.
Centereach High School and Newfield High School artists honored with SCALA scholarships
Centereach High School artist, Alexandra Cesa, and Newfield High School artist, Catarina Pacheco, have been awarded $100 scholarships from the Suffolk County Art Alliance Association. This prestigious honor recognizes the outstanding artistic talents of these students. “Alexandra and Catarina have demonstrated remarkable growth and vision in their artistic journeys,” said...
Brenda Anderson elected Stony Brook University Senate President
Stony Brook University Professor Brenda Anderson, PhD has been elected as the new University Senate President effective on July 1, 2024. The University Senate is the primary campus-wide academic governance body at Stony Brook and is made up of a senate, and standing committees that collaborate with administration to discuss issues that impact the university as a whole. The University Senate meets regularly and is a major force for institutional-policy making at the university. Professor Anderson will succeed previous University Senate President Richard Larson.
Stony Brook University introduces AI summer program
With the rise of artificial intelligence and the seemingly ever-changing technological world, the main question coming from educators and parents is how the new generation is going to adapt and thrive in the dawn of this new era. Stony Brook University’s new summer camp aims to prepare them. Located...
SBU News: Dr. Dino Martins to become director of Turkana Basin Institute
Stony Brook University announces that noted Kenyan entomologist and evolutionary biologist Dr. Dino J. Martins will begin serving as the director of the world-renowned Turkana Basin Institute beginning on September 1, 2024. Martins has served as the CEO of TBI (Kenya) Ltd. since August 1, 2022, and has been affiliated...
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