Stony Brook Southampton

A Toast to the Class of 2026 🎓✨

On May 4, Stony Brook Southampton celebrated the Class of 2026 with a graduation brunch, bringing together students, faculty and staff ahead of commencement later this month.

From sharing memories outside the Avram concert hall to taking photos with friends to a delicious lunch catered by The Golden Pear, the gathering recognized the hard work, growth, and community that shaped each student’s journey at our seaside Southampton campus.

Next stop: Commencement at LaValle Stadium at Stony Brook University on May 22.

Across disciplines and experiences at Stony Brook Southampton and beyond, your impact is lasting, your futures are bright, and your Southampton community is proud of all you have accomplished.

Roth Regatta: Southampton edition ✨🛶

For the first time ever, Stony Brook Southampton students joined the Roth Regatta tradition at Stony Brook University’s main campus, bringing full Seawolf energy, handmade boats, and plenty of school spirit to Roth Pond.

From Minecraft and Mario Kart-inspired racing to cheering crowds at the finish line, Southampton’s two rookie teams made waves in their Regatta debut. 🎮

Read more about the race-day action here: https://bit.ly/4fcn9MK

➡️ Check out our Seawolves gearing up to take on new waters this Friday! 🌊🐺

It might be our first time at Roth Pond, but we’re certainly not new to the water. Stony Brook Southampton is making its debut with not one, but TWO boats competing in the 37th annual Roth Regatta at Stony Brook University’s main campus.

Stay tuned for more racing action—and wish us luck in the comments!

Can you guess this year's theme? 🤫🎮

What’s next for Long Island’s drinking water – and the bays that define our coastline? 🌊

Join us at Stony Brook Southampton for the annual State of the Bays, where leading scientist Christopher Gobler will share his latest research and the innovative solutions shaping our region’s future.

From pollution reduction to restoration strategies, this symposium from the Gobler Lab and the School of Marine and Atmospheric Sciences brings science, community, and action together.

Friday, April 24 | 7 PM
The Avram, Stony Brook Southampton
FREE event. Registration required: stonybrook.edu/bays2026

Be part of the conversation this Earth Month—and the solutions that follow. 🌎

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Turn your idea into a must-listen podcast.

Join us April 30 from 7–8 pm (ET) for a free Incubator Webinar featuring podcast researcher and author Tom Webster, partner at Sounds Profitable.

Based on his book The Audience is Listening, Tom will share how listeners discover podcasts, what keeps them engaged, and how creators can build shows that resonate.

Free admission. Register here: https://bit.ly/4tIOCtB

Inauguration Week is officially underway at Stony Brook!

We opened the week at our Stony Brook Southampton campus with an inspiring fireside chat featuring President Andrea Goldsmith and SUNY - The State University of New York Chancellor John B. King Jr.

Their conversation focused on expanding access and making college more affordable, while building systems that support students at every stage. A clear theme emerged: opportunity must be created through strong advising, mentorship and institutional support. They also looked ahead to an AI-driven future, in which public higher education plays a crucial role in ensuring that students have the critical thinking, creativity, and human perspective to thrive.

This is the start of a week leading up to the formal investiture. For more information, visit: https://gosbu.co/4csqUuS

🐺Our campus is kicking off a monumental week in Stony Brook history!

Beginning at Stony Brook Southampton, the first official event of Inauguration Week features a fireside chat hosted by President Andrea Goldsmith with SUNY Chancellor John B. King, Jr.

On April 11 at 12 p.m., tune into a livestream of the dynamic discussion here: stonybrook.edu/live

Let’s give our new president a warm welcome.

An evening of energy, music, and celebration. TONEWALL – the electrifying a ca****la ensemble from the New York City Gay Men’s Chorus – takes the stage at The Avram Theater with bold harmonies, movement, and storytelling. This is not a sit-quietly kind of concert. It’s a performance you will feel.

🗓 Saturday, April 11 | 7 p.m.
📍 The Avram Theater
🎟 $45 | Meet & Greet $15 (6 p.m.)

Make a night of it on the East End of Long Island.

Get tickets: stonybrook.edu/tonewall

Presented in celebration of the inauguration of Andrea Goldsmith, seventh president of the State University of New York at Stony Brook.

The State University of New York at Stony Brook launches the inauguration of its seventh president, Andrea Goldsmith, with a defining conversation on the future of higher education.

President Goldsmith joins SUNY Chancellor John B. King, Jr. for a live discussion on leadership, innovation, and the evolving role of public research universities.

🗓 April 11 | 12 PM
📍 Stony Brook Southampton
🪧 Entrance on 39 Tuckahoe Road
🎟 Free (registration required)

Two national leaders. One stage. A conversation that matters now.

Reserve your seat: https://bit.ly/482ihWc

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Celebrating leadership and lasting impact, Suffolk County Legislator Ann E. Welker has recognized Stony Brook Southampton educators for their commitment to science, sustainability, and service — highlighting the transformation of Shinnecock Bay into a global Hope Spot and the continued expansion of educational programs that serve Long Island's East End. 🌊💚

A heartfelt congratulations to Wendy Pearson, Christopher Gobler, and Ellen Pikitch for their incredible work!

Check out the full story here: https://bit.ly/4lywOhT