BE CONNECTED UPDATE: November 13, 2025
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Spotlight Story
Wonju Seo video
Wang Center Sheds Light on Korean Art in Special Exhibit

Through the Light: Contemporary Jogakbo by Wonju Seo is a masterful reinterpretation of traditional Korean wrapping cloths, turning the Wang Skylight Gallery into a meditative sanctuary where light passes through layers of translucent textile.

Read more in SBU News. 

Be Involved
LGBThrift Event Want to expand your wardrobe? Come get some thrift items! If you have any gently used clothes and/or accessories you wish to donate before the event, drop them off at the LGBTQ* Center! TONIGHT — Thursday, November 13 from 7- 9 pm at the Union Ballroom.
Sir Run Run Shaw Lecture Series 1) November 14 | 10:25 am | Charles B. Wang Center, Lecture Hall 2 | Asian multilingualism, the English language, and the scholarly contributions of Professors S.N. Sridhar and Kamal K. Sridhar; 2) November 14 | 4:00 pm | Javits Center Room 101 | Necessity Is the Mother of Invention: Natural Products and the Chemistry They Inspire
Arts Everywhere: Showcasing Transformation from Chemistry to Art Showcase and Exhibition November 18 | 4 - 6 pm | Chemistry Building Lobby | Curated by art history majors Rebecca Zhang ‘27 and Ynuel Spencer ‘27
November 17 - 21 is International Education Week (IEW) Learn more.
Provost’s Lecture Series SUNY Distinguished Professors Chang Kee Jung, physics and astronomy, and Clinton Rubin, biomedical engineering, share their knowledge Thursday, November 20 at 3:30 pm in the Wang Center Theater. RSVP
Apply to be an AI Champion Win a $10,000 stipend and join a network of AI innovators at the Coastal Athletic Association Academic Alliance. The brief application is due Friday, November 21. Learn more and apply to be an AI champion.
Artists, Authors, and Editors Showcase Join the College of Arts and Sciences as we celebrate the scholarly and creative activities of University faculty. November 21 | 4:30 pm |
Hilton Garden Inn Stony Brook. RSVP
Get in the game! Data analytics via sports With Tim Chartier, Professor of Math and Computer Science at Davidson College | Sports analytics is a dynamic, high-momentum field that offers a perfect framework for learning data analytics research. Join Tim Chartier to explore the questions, methodologies and actionable insights that make data game-changing— whether you're optimizing a team roster or analyzing a massive dataset. This conversation will take place in the SAC Auditorium on Saturday, November 22, at 12 pm. It is free and open to the public. RSVP
Girl Scouts partner with SB— Earn your Safety First Partner Patch Stony Brook University & Stony Brook Medicine are proud to partner with the Girl Scouts of Suffolk County. Girl Scouts are welcome to join Stony Brook Children's Pediatric Trauma Center on Saturday, December 6 at the Juliette Low Friendship Center in Bayport for a special program where scouts of all ages can earn their Safety First Partner Patch through fun, hands-on safety activities. They'll discover how healthcare professionals help keep our community safe and learn ways they can too! Register your Girl Scout today.
Nominate a colleague for the SUNY’s FACT2 Excellence Awards The awards recognize faculty, instructional support professionals and administrative leaders who are using technology to support access to excellence education, advance the boundaries of knowledge and serve the public good.  Start your nomination, due December 8.
Men’s and Women’s Basketball Tickets The Stony Brook Basketball season is officially underway! Don’t miss any of the action this season at Stony Brook Arena as the Seawolves hit the court. With several different ticket options including single game, mini plans and group tickets, there's something for everyone. Click here to get your tickets today!
Staller Center Spring Season The Staller Center for the Arts unveils its Spring 2026 Season with an exciting lineup of world-class performances in music, dance, theater and comedy. With this and so much more, there’s something for everyone!

Back the Brook
Support Our Students During Back the Brook

On Wednesday, November 19, the Stony Brook community will come together to support its student clubs, organizations and athletic programs during the university’s inaugural Back the Brook event. This 24-hour crowdfunding initiative will bring focus to the student experiences that enhance campus life each year by providing them with resources to grow and excel. There are 22 student clubs and organizations, along with SBU’s 18 NCAA Division I athletic programs, participating, with each group creating meaningful goals to add value to their programs and strengthen student life. To see more of the inspiring goals set by Stony Brook’s participating clubs, organizations and athletic programs, visit sbugiving.com/backthebrook.


Human Library
HUMAN LIBRARY
Wednesday, November 19
12 - 3 pm
4 - 7 pm
Melville Library Central Reading Room


The Human Library at Stony Brook University is an in-person event designed to challenge stereotypes and prejudice through open dialogue with real people. We will have many 'Open Books' available for attendees to 'check out' for 30-minute conversations. Each book is a person with a story to tell based on their diverse backgrounds and experiences. RSVP


Be In The Know
Commack Ribbon Cutting
The ribbon was cut November 10 at the new 6,000-square-foot Clinical Trials Unit at Commack. Photos courtesy of Stony Brook Medicine.

THEY'RE BACK! Show Your Seawolf Pride — Order Your Exclusive CAS “Be Kind” Shirt!
If you missed your chance to order this exclusive “Be Kind” long sleeve t-shirt last time around, you can now order until Friday, November 21 for receipt in time for the holidays! Available now in white and navy.

Discussion on 2025 Elections in America featuring students and faculty from Stony Brook University
Discussion on 2025 Elections in America
Hear this discussion of 2025 Elections in American between Stephanie Kelton, economist and interim dean of the School of Communication and Journalism; Leonie Huddy, distinguished professor in the Department of Political Science and an expert in political behavior in the United States; and David Wrobel, dean of the College of Arts and Sciences and reknowned historian. Hear how people voted in key elections, some history of political candidates, and the present state of political discourse.

More Timely and Inspiring Podcasts To Check Out!
'The Difference You Make'
Get caught up on the latest episodes featuring conversations with faculty in the College of Arts and Sciences (CAS) community who discuss their research, scholarship and mentorship: ideas that matter. Available on Spotify and on the CAS YouTube channel.

Voices of Transparency and Excellence - S2 E8: Health and Vaccines
In this special edition, we hear from a general practitioner on common health-related questions, preventative care and whether or not patients listen to doctors, as well as the fear associated with health and healthcare.


EthicsPoint

At Stony Brook University, we are committed to fostering a culture of integrity and accountability. EthicsPoint is a trusted, third-party reporting system that allows you to report suspected fraud, misuse of resources and other ethical concerns anonymously and securely. 

Even small concerns can make a big difference. 

Visit stonybrook.edu/audit  to learn more.


Be Excited About Being Our Best
Anatoly Frenkel
Professor Anatoly Frenkel received the Ross Coffin Purdy Award jointly with another research group.

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