Stony Brook University is pushing the boundaries of what a public research university can achieve, from climate scientists taking to the skies to study our changing planet to global partnerships that strengthen our reach and impact. This issue of Stony Brook University Magazine highlights the students, faculty, staff, alumni and healthcare providers driving that momentum, showcasing work that’s reshaping fields, communities and futures.
Guided by bold aspirations and a commitment to discovery, the Summer 2026 issue explores how Stony Brook is advancing knowledge across disciplines. You’ll find stories of scientific collaboration, global engagement and data‑driven insight — all reflecting a university rising to meet the challenges of a rapidly evolving world.
Below, explore the stories that bring this issue to life and see how the Seawolves community continues to move Stony Brook forward.
- “The Perfect Match” dives into how Stony Brook is on the cusp of an unprecedented leap forward. The university’s endowment could potentially reach $1 billion this December, propelled by generous donors leveraging the historic Simons Infinity Investment and New York state endowment match challenge. Discover how these partnerships are expanding student opportunity and advancing patient care across our community.
- Exploring the world doesn’t end at graduation. Since December, Seawolves have been traveling together through the Alumni and Friends Travel Program — discovering new places, building community and sharing unforgettable experiences. Read about the inaugural journey as these “Seawolves Set Sail for Adventure” along the Danube River and see how you can be part of the next adventure.
- At Stony Brook, political science reaches far beyond politics — blending data, psychology and real‑world experience to understand how people shape the world around them. In “Decoding Decisions,” you’ll see how our faculty bring this approach to life in the classroom, preparing students to think critically across global contexts. Lana Gouda ’26 is just one example of how their mentorship and teaching leave a lasting impact as students move into their careers.
Take your reading to new heights with “Soaring Aspirations,” a look back at President Andrea Goldsmith’s Inauguration Week and the bold new era of possibility she’s ushering in at Stony Brook.
And don’t forget to check out BrookMarks, which highlights the creative offerings of our alumni and faculty.
-Christine McGrath
Funding the Future of the Arts at the Staller Center for the Arts
Walk of Hope Brings Stony Brook Community Together for Suicide Prevention Month
River Rock Reflection: Sharing Messages of Hope on 9/11
Food as Medicine Symposium Explores Nutrition, Health and Community
