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A Community Resource Guide Featuring Many of the Offerings and Services Provided by Stony Brook University and Stony Brook Medicine

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Staller Center for the Arts First floor Gallery Hours: Mon-Fri 12-4pm Also open evenings of most Staller Center season performances and films. Admission is free. For additional hours, information and events, please visit http://ZuccaireGallery.stonybrook.edu The 2021-2022 Paul W. Zuccaire Gallery exhibition schedule is supported by a generous grant from the Paul W. Zuccaire Foundation.

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Table of Contents

A Week of Celebration: Inauguration of SBU’s Sixth President ...S5 Enjoying the Day on the SBU Campus..........................................S5 Lifesaving Heart Care-in the Heart of Suffolk County .................S6 What if Someone in Your Life Has Parkinson’s? ...........................S8 Mobile Dental Clinic Brings Care ...............................................S10 SB Medicine: A Leader in Caring for Diabetes ............................S10 Expanding Health Care Options for LI .......................................S10 AccessGYN: Gynecologic Care for the Underserved ...................S12 Video Series Shares Insights Into Breast Cancer Screenings .....S12 The School of Medicine Celebrates 50 Years..............................S14 New Team to Focus on Polycystic Ovary Syndrome ...................S14

From Maurie McInnis, President of Stony Brook University Thanks to the hard work of our community in the fight against COVID-19, it is with great pleasure that I write that Stony Brook University is once again opening its doors and welcoming our friends and neighbors to take full advantage of everything we have to offer. I’m glad for the opportunity to collaborate with the Times Beacon Record to highlight the many ways Stony Brook University and Stony Brook Medicine are here to support, inspire and care for you in 2021 and beyond. We have certainly missed you! Stony Brook’s primary mission is to educate the brightest scholars across the world and lead the way in innovative healthcare. Alongside this is our dedicated goal of creating opportunities and services that will also benefit our Long Island community. We take seriously our duty to make the world a better place, and that starts right here. Inside this issue of Bridges, we include a look at some of this year’s community offerings, as well as many of the athletics, arts and entertainment events available in person this fall. I hope you’ll come see performances from the Emerson String Quartet, attend a gallery exhibit of the work of illustrator M.C. Escher and cheer along at our homecoming football game, to name only a few. Of course, our hospitals have been in the news a lot this past year due to the incredible impact

of our healthcare workers, who were at the forefront of the COVID-19 battle. But you may not be aware of some of the expanded, specialized services that are helping to transform the lives of our patients for decades to come. These unique treatment programs — such as those for diabetes, Parkinson’s and heart disease — bring the latest research and expert care closer to the people who need it most, and I hope it brings you comfort and security knowing that these world-class healthcare programs are right in your own backyard. As you’ll see in this issue, there is so much happening on our campus this fall — just as it should be. And through our enhanced safety measures and COVID-19 protocols, we plan to keep providing opportunities for exchange, learning, community building, inspiration, research and debate. Later this October, we’ll be hosting a week of events for my presidential inauguration, ending with the official ceremony on Saturday, October 23 at 11 am, and I’d like to extend the invitation to each and every one of you. I sincerely hope you’ll attend, as I’m looking forward to the opportunity to speak directly about my hopes and ambitions for this institution and for this community that I now call home. I hope you enjoy this issue, and we’ll see you on campus soon!

The Vietnam War was still in full fury when my husband was discharged and we left Sheppard Air Force base in Wichita Falls, Texas, where he had been the chief of ophthalmology for two years, and headed home. “Home” was a bit problematic. We had grown up in the New York area, where our families still lived. We wanted to settle close to them and had preferences. We wanted a university community for its academic, cultural and worldly aspects. We wanted a top medical community, a village with a sense of its own history and pride in its roots, and a good school district. We also wanted a beautiful place with great recreational activities, near the water. We found such a location and have lived here going on five decades. It has seldom disappointed, in part because of the presence of Stony Brook University (SBU). And even as we raised our family here and grew our careers, so did SBU grow in

prestige and in what it offers the community. In fact, the scope of its activities is probably beyond any one person’s understanding. There is mutual benefit between town and gown. To help you, our readers, see what is available on campus and off, we have partnered with the university to bring you a comprehensive resource guide to their events. We also offer the faculty, administrators and university community an overview of the excellent shops and services in our villages that are available to them and to all our readers. So enormous is the story they have to tell that we divided the campus into two halves: east and west. This publication, timed to be distributed at the beginning of the first semester of the academic year, concentrates on the east and west campuses, Stony Brook Medicine, and describes its many facilities, offerings and schedules, plus lectures, sports and

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Post COVID-19 Clinic ..................................................................S14 Targeted Imaging for Prostate Cancer ......................................S14 LGBTQ+ Community Health Needs Assessment Survey ...........S16 Learning How Cancer Affects LI Residents ................................S16 Caring For America’s Heroes: The LI State Vets Home................S17 Digital Exhibit Shares Community COVID Experience ...............S17 Take Your Career to the Next Level Through SPD.......................S17 Career Center Can Help Your Business .......................................S17 Keeping Our Community Safe ...................................................S17 Programs to Enhance Your Health and Well-Being ...................S18 No More Excuses-It’s Always A Great Day for Walking ...............S18 Celebrate Homecoming on October 23 .....................................S19

Catch Soccer and Football Action at LaValle Stadium................S19 Wolfie Wallet Helps Businesses Connect...................................S19 Be Entertained at The Staller Center.........................................S20 Discover More About Asian Americans at the Wang Center.......S21 Art Abounds at the Paul W. Zuccaire Gallery .............................S21 Pollock-Krasner House Keeps History Alive ...............................S21 Sharing Cultures and Perspectives with the Community..........S22 New Program Launched to Foster Connections ........................S22 Open Nights Series Goes Virtual................................................S22 Special Collections: Preserving & Uncovering History...............S23 Simons Center: Where Math Meets Art .....................................S23 WUSB Your Radio Connection to Stony Brook............................S23

Leah S. Dunaief Publisher, TBR News Media performances to which the public is enthusiastically invited during the year. This resource guide also presents the outstanding local business community on the university’s doorstep. Called Bridges, to symbolize the alliance of campus and community and to encourage further interaction between us, this resource guide is distributed in all seven of our hometown newspapers along the North Shore of Suffolk County and to faculty, students and administration throughout SBU. Please read about and take advantage of the many opportunities to enhance our lives by using these bridges, and think about our shared good fortune to live here.

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The 30-credit Master of Arts program can be completed in as little as one year. “It is through my Master of Arts in Medical Humanities, Compassionate Care and Bioethics that I was able to enrich my knowledge base to include an ethical, medical and legal approach to often challenging situations.” — Robyn McKeefrey, MA Program Graduate

“ The MA program opened my eyes to new avenues to connect to our patients with respect and compassion. It inspired me to pilot a program for Arts in Medicine, which has made my staff more receptive to the nonmedical needs of their patients.”

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Bridges A Week of Celebration: The Inauguration of SBU’s Sixth President

eginning October 18, Stony Brook University will host a series of events to celebrate the inauguration of Maurie McInnis, PhD, the university’s sixth president. All events listed below are open to the public. While tickets are not needed for any event, registration may be required. Please visit stonybrook.edu/inauguration before coming to campus for an event to register when necessary. Stony Brook University encourages all members of the community to attend these special events and learn more about the university’s mission and President McInnis.

Monday, October 18 2 pm

Inauguration Opening Reception With Distinguished Professor of Art, Howardena Pindell Location: Staller Center, Zuccaire Gallery

Tuesday, October 19 1 pm

Health Education and Health Care Disparities Symposium: A Critical Look at Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Location: MART Auditorium (East Campus)

Wednesday, October 20 3 pm

University Senate Inaugural Presidential Lecture Location: Charles B. Wang Center Theatre

4 pm

Club Red Reception and Viewing of To Be Sold Exhibit Location: Charles B. Wang Center Theatre Lobby

Friday, October 22 3 pm

Tackling Inequality in Higher Education Symposium: Past and Present Location: Simons Center, Della Pietra Lecture Hall Reception immediately following in the Simons Center, Main Lobby

Saturday, October 23 11 am

The Inauguration of Maurie McInnis, PhD Sixth President of Stony Brook University Location: Island Federal Arena Doors open at 9:30 am (registration required)

12 pm

Inauguration Celebration Reception Location: Island Federal Complex, Pritchard Gym

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Homecoming BBQ & Seawolves Town Location: Stadium Lot (tickets required, visit stonybrook.edu/homecoming for details)

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Art Crawl (gallery tour) Begins at the Wang Center’s Skylight Lobby

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UNITI Center Ribbon Cutting Location: Stony Brook Union Building, First Floor

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Homecoming Football Game Stony Brook Seawolves vs. Richmond Spiders Location: LaValle Stadium (tickets required) For the complete schedule of all events taking place during inauguration week, please visit stonybrook.edu/inauguration.

Enjoying the Day on the Stony Brook Campus In addition to being a center of education and research, the Stony Brook campus is a wonderful place for members of our community to relax, have fun or be entertained. For a short respite from the hustle and bustle, take a walk through the Ashley Schiff Park Preserve, across from Roth Pond. It’s a 26-acre island of tranquility filled with trees and plants in their natural environment. More active visitors may want to take a ride on the Paul Simons Memorial Bike Path. The six-mile-long bike lane provides students, faculty, staff and visitors with a safe, sustainable alternative way to travel around the university and improve their fitness and aerobic health. For Broadway-style shows, concerts, dance and films, the Staller Center is your ticket to first-class entertainment. For more exotic fare, the Charles B. Wang Center dazzles visitors with cultural wonders from Asia and the Indian subcontinent. Stony Brook is also home to the best college sports on Long Island. Our 18 varsity teams include NCAA champions in football, basketball, lacrosse and baseball. This is just a sampling of the many things to see and do at Stony Brook University. For more on what our campus offers, visit stonybrook.edu. Take a stroll through Ashley Schiff Park Preserve, one of the most tranquil spots on the Stony Brook campus.

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Lifesaving Heart Care – in the Heart of Suffolk County

Stony Brook University Heart Institute opened its Cardiac Catheterization and Electrophysiology Advanced Multifunctional Laboratory earlier this year to bring even more advanced cardiac diagnosis and treatment to Long Island. Whether it’s a suspected heart attack or an abnormal heartbeat, both cardiac catheterization (cath) and electrophysiology (EP) are essential to the diagnosis and treatment of certain types of cardiovascular (heart) disease. “Our cath labs handle even the most challenging cases, so that patients with severely reduced heart function and those with multiple complex conditions can be made stable and treated right here without any transport time,” said Robert T. Pyo, Director, Interventional Cardiology. “With ever-increasing case-complexity, the ability to effectively identify and treat arrhythmias (heart rhythm disorders) is being greatly advanced by the current evolution in EP technology, and no place more than right here at Stony Brook,” added Eric Rashba, MD, Director, Heart Rhythm Center. The Lab is equipped with the latest-generation, image-guided diagnostic and therapeutic imaging system, the Philips Azurion 7, which provides imaging capabilities at ultra-low radiation dose levels — allowing physicians to conduct complex procedures with greater precision and added safety. “You can’t beat technology that reduces risks and improves patient outcomes, enabling our cardiovascular clinicians to provide quality care more effectively and efficiently,” said Henry J. Tannous, MD, Co-Director, Heart Institute and Chief, Cardiothoracic Surgery. The new Cath/EP Lab is located adjacent to five additional labs — three Cath and two EP — on the main level of Stony Brook University Hospital. The Heart Institute has a full cardiothoracic surgery team onsite. “Our upgraded technology, together with our expert team, offer critical life-saving procedures for when every minute counts,” said Hal A. Skopicki, MD, PhD, Co-Director, Heart Institute and Chief, Cardiology. “We are proud to be bringing the Long Island community the full array of the most comprehensive cardiac diagnostics and treatments.” For information and appointments at the Heart Institute, call (631) 44-HEART (444-3278) or visit heart.stonybrookmedicine.edu. To view a Q&A on why time is critical to your heart health, visit heart.stonybrookmedicine.edu/ hearthealth.

From left to right: Robert T. Pyo, MD, Director, Interventional Cardiology and Medical Director, Structural Heart Program; Henry J. Tannous, MD, Co-Director, Stony Brook Heart Institute, Chief, Cardiothoracic Surgery and Surgical Director, Structural Heart Program; Eric Rashba, MD, Director, Heart Rhythm Center; and Hal A. Skopicki, MD, PhD, Co-Director, Stony Brook Heart Institute and Chief, Cardiology.

Why might you need a visit to the Cath Lab?

Your cardiologist can determine if you would need a cardiac catheterization procedure, which can be diagnostic to learn more about the condition of your heart, or it could be for treatment. Treatments range from unblocking an artery to supporting a heart that is too weak to pump well.

Why might you need a visit to the EP Lab?

When your doctor needs a detailed look at how the electrical signals move through the heart, you may be recommended for an EP diagnostic study to determine the best treatment for a heart rhythm disorder. Visits to the EP Lab also involve treatment such as a cardiac ablation that uses heat or cold energy to correct heart rhythm problems.

Raising the Bar for Close-to-Home Cardiac Care • The latest advances in cardiac technology allow physicians to conduct complex procedures with greater precision and added safety. • The full range of cardiac conditions can be treated on-site, without having to first transport the patient should more complex care be needed, minimizing the potential for damage to the heart. • For patients who need emergency catheterization, Stony Brook’s Code H protocol has produced an average door-to-balloon (procedure implementation) time of 51.5 minutes; that’s 37 minutes below the 90-minute American Heart Association treatment guidelines. • In up to one in five cardiac catheterization procedures, a patient ends up needing a more complex procedure. Choosing a hospital such as Stony Brook that has on-site availability of an expert cardiothoracic team is necessary in delivering lifesaving cardiac care.

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The Mobile Oral Health Services Clinic, seen here at a past CommUniversity Day on the Stony Brook campus, has now served nearly 5,000 patients. Over the past 10 years, many Long Islanders have spotted a giant, eye-catching red van making its way through Nassau and Suffolk counties: Stony Brook University School of Dental Medicine’s Mobile Oral Health Services Clinic. Beyond sightings on the highways, the 40-foot clinic on wheels has garnered attention for the oral healthcare services it has provided to underserved communities in its decade of existence. The Mobile Oral Health Services Clinic was established in 2011 through receipt of a multimilliondollar New York State Health Care Efficiency and Affordability Law (HEAL) grant. The HEAL NY program was designed to increase healthcare services to the population of New York State. In meeting this mission, care has been provided to communities that lack transportation or providers willing to accept their insurance.

Since its arrival, the mobile clinic has dramatically expanded access to care for underserved populations on Long Island, particularly for pediatric patients. Offering a comprehensive scope of services, the Mobile Oral Health Services Clinic is fully equipped with three dental operatories and is manned by a team of experienced dental faculty, dental hygienists, dental assistants and pediatric dentistry residents. Since the 15 patients of its inaugural year, the mobile clinic has seen nearly 5,000 patient visits overall, with close to 800 patients in 2019 alone. Visitors are offered oral health education, screenings, cleanings, fluoride treatments, routine operative care, sealants and emergency care. For more information on the Mobile Oral Health Services Clinic, please call (631) 632-3181.

Stony Brook Medicine: A Leader in Caring for Diabetes According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), more than 10 percent of the U.S. population has diabetes; in Suffolk County, more than 14 percent of adults are living with the disease. Diabetes care and support can be transformative for patients and their families. Controlling blood sugar and leading an active, healthy lifestyle can help to prevent complications and help individuals with diabetes to live a full and healthy life. The Stony Brook Medicine Diabetes Program is ranked as one of the best in New York state and has been recognized nationally for program excellence and the quality of care it provides. In fact, Stony Brook University Hospital recently became the seventh hospital in New York state and the first hospital in Suffolk County to achieve advanced certification for diabetes care from The Joint Commission, an organization that accredits more than 22,000 U.S. healthcare organizations and programs. Only 66 hospitals nationally have achieved this prestigious distinction. “This achievement demonstrates the outstanding quality of care that our faculty and staff provide for patients with diabetes,” said Carol Gomes, chief executive officer of Stony Brook University Hospital. “Our entire diabetes team is uniquely equipped and qualified to help our patients address the daily challenges they face in managing their disease.” “I am proud that the Stony Brook Medicine Diabetes Program has been recognized for excellence by The Joint Commission and am

Stony Brook Medicine’s Diabetes Program is the first hospital in Suffolk County to achieve advanced certification for diabetes care from The Joint Commission. honored to be among only a handful of hospitals nationwide with this certification,” said Joshua D. Miller, MD, MPH, medical director of Diabetes Care for Stony Brook Medicine. “Stony Brook’s diabetes team is among the best in the nation,” he continued. “As a person living with Type 1 diabetes for more than 21 years, I have tremendous pride in the care Stony Brook Medicine provides to patients living with the disease and consider myself privileged to work alongside individuals so dedicated to improving the lives of those we serve.” For more information about the Stony Brook Diabetes Center, visit stonybrookmedicine.edu/ patientcare/diabetes or call (631) 444-0580 to make an appointment with a board-certified endocrinologist, nurse practitioner or certified diabetes care and education specialist. Group classes are also available.

Expanding Health Care Options for Long Islanders Stony Brook Medicine announces new partnership with Catholic Health Stony Brook Medicine (SBM) and Catholic Health have signed a letter of intent to explore a collaboration that would expand leading-edge academic medicine and advanced clinical care and deliver greater healthcare options to Long Islanders. The proposed relationship affords the two health systems a unique opportunity to work together on key initiatives while remaining separate and independent in all other respects.

This collaboration is a natural outcome of the synergies of both organizations’ long-standing reputation for excellence in the community, state-ofthe-art facilities and services, leading-edge technology, increasing focus on academic excellence and expanding clinical research opportunities. “This relationship will include the development of an integrated strategic and clinical plan to grow and align trauma services, pediatric capabilities,

clinical service lines and training opportunities for medical residents in the healthcare systems and for students at Renaissance School of Medicine at Stony Brook University,” said Margaret M. McGovern, MD, vice president, health system clinical programs and strategy, Stony Brook Medicine . “This potential collaboration will improve patient care, offer new services and enhance medical education for both systems,” said Catholic Health

President and Chief Executive Officer Patrick M. O’Shaughnessy. “There will be additional options for physicians and high-quality, high-value services for all Long Islanders.” The Catholic Health system has six acute care hospitals, three nursing homes, a home nursing service, hospice and a network of physician practices. The SBM health system includes four hospitals, one nursing home and 200+ physician practices.

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AccessGYN

New Program Provides Free Gynecologic Care to Underserved Patients In recognition of the importance of access to routine gynecologic care, Stony Brook Medicine recently introduced the AccessGYN Program, offering free preventive care to those patients who do not have insurance. Launched in March 2021, the monthly clinic sessions provide patients with: • pelvic exams • gynecologic ultrasounds • cervical cancer screenings (Pap smears and HPV testing) • testing for sexually transmitted infections • contraception and contraception counseling • mammograms via a mobile unit These services have been made possible in part through a collaboration with the Departments of Pathology and Radiology, enabling patients to receive both Pap smears and mammograms completely free of charge. The program grew from an initiative to increase HPV testing and vaccination rates in Suffolk County in collaboration with the hospital’s Cervical Cancer Prevention Task Force. It was also fueled by a

desire to expand on services offered for Women’s Health Day, providing free preventive gynecologic care one to two times per year, through Stony Brook HOME, a free medical student-run clinic. AccessGYN is led by a team of OB/GYN residents: Michelle Gruttadauria, MD; Megan Gorman, MD; Rabale Hasan, MD, MPH; and Christine Oak, MD, who are dedicated to improving the health and well-being of uninsured and in-need community members. The program is closely supported by Todd Griffin, MD, MBA, Chair of the Department of Obstetrics, Gynecology and Reproductive Medicine, and faculty advisors Chioma Ndubisi, MD, and William Burke, MD. The program is offered every third Wednesday of the month at the Bohemia office of University Associates in Obstetrics & Gynecology, Stony Brook Medicine’s OB/GYN practice, located at 4875 Sunrise Highway, Suite 200, Bohemia. To schedule an appointment for the AccessGYN Program, please call (631) 444-4686. Visit stonybrookmedicine.edu/accessgyn to learn more.

The AccessGYN Program was launched earlier this year to provide care for patients without insurance.

Video Series Shares Insights into Breast Cancer Screening, Diagnostics and Treatment There is much good news about treating breast cancer today. Diagnostics are more accurate. Treatments are more targeted. And each day brings new discoveries. There is more reason than ever for patients with breast cancer to learn about their options, actively participate in their care and have hope. Created with the goal of educating the community, the CancerWise Smart Talk video series presents information on various cancers with illustrations to provide important information

about screening, early detection and treatment options. With the spotlight on breast cancer during October, the Breast Cancer team from the Carol M. Baldwin Breast Care Center, led by Director Brian J. O’Hea, MD, presents four informational videos. An experienced surgeon, O’Hea reviews breast cancer prevalence on Long Island and discusses the options for breast conserving surgery. He also looks to the future to see what’s on the horizon in prevention and treatment.

With encouraging words, the importance of annual screenings to detect cancer at its earliest stage is covered by radiologist Krystal Airola, MD. Medical oncology — the part of treatment that can involve chemotherapy, oral medication or immunotherapy — is explained by Jules Cohen, MD, a medical oncologist dedicated to treating breast cancer. Alexander Stessin, MD is a radiation oncologist and explains how various radiation therapies can be used to treat breast cancer, always customized to the individual. You can view these presentations on the Cancer Center’s website at cancer.stonybrookmedicine.edu/patients/UpdateBreastCancer2020. We encourage you to view them as often as you would like and to share the link with family and friends. Education and early detection from screenings and annual doctor visits are powerful tools in the fight against cancer. For more information on cancer diagnostics or treatment, call (631) SB-CANCER (722-2623).

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The School of Medicine Celebrates 50 Years

This academic year, the Renaissance School of Medicine (RSOM) at Stony Brook University celebrates 50 years as a leading New York State medical school with a national reputation. Established in 1971, RSOM has come a long way when it welcomed its first class of 24 pioneer students, 18 men and 6 women. In 1974, its first graduating class included only 18 news MDs. This year a record-breaking 150 students graduated, even in the midst of a worldwide pandemic. There are now 4,525 RSOM alumni worldwide. Over its 50 years, RSOM has transformed medi-

cal education by continual efforts to increase opportunities for women and underrepresented students, expanding options for student research, and, more recently, expanding its MD/PhD program and adding new tracts such as the MBA/MD. Through the decades, discoveries by faculty in areas such as cardiovascular disease, cancer and orthopedics, and the more recent developments of building collaborative research hubs (such as the Medical and Research Translation building) that involve faculty in other university disciplines, helped RSOM’s rise as an academic medical center on Long Island to become a hub for collaborative medical research in NYS and nationally. The RSOM has grown to 25 departments and trains nearly 500 medical students and more than 600 medical residents each year. Congratulations to all RSOM faculty, staff and students in reaching this milestone. RSOM will continue to rise as a school focused on training new generations of physicians committed to providing healthcare to improve and save lives and search for new discoveries to combat and defeat disease. Throughout this academic year, the school will be celebrating its anniversary with a variety of special student and alumni programming. Look for more details to be announced later this year on renaissance.stonybrookmedicine.edu.

Post COVID-19 Clinic

Specialized Care for Patients Who Have Had a COVID-19 Infection

In response to the growing healthcare needs of New Yorkers who have contracted COVID-19, Stony Brook Medicine opened the first PostCOVID Clinic on Long Island, in November 2020. The clinic treats patients who are dealing with long-term effects of COVID-19 with the goal of improving post-COVID treatment and help doctors better understand the virus. Located within Stony Brook Medicine’s Advanced Specialty Care facility in Commack, patients have access to specialists in primary care, cardiology, pulmonary medicine, nephrology, vascular and neurology as well as access to mental health providers. The clinic is open to all eligible residents in New York state, not just patients of Stony Brook Medicine, though they must meet the following eligibility criteria: have had a clinical diagnosis of COVID-19, a history of positive COVID tests or history of COVID antibodies, and a history of chronic symptoms. Appointments are required, with in-person and telehealth options available.

A patient receives an echocardiogram (an ultrasound of the heart) during a well visit at Stony Brook Medicine’s Post-COVID Clinic. To learn more about the Post-COVID Clinic, visit stonybrookmedicine.edu/covidclinic or call (631) 6380597. To learn more about Advanced Specialty Care, visit stonybrookmedicine.edu/advancedspecialtycare or call (631) 638-0597.

New Team to Focus on Polycystic Ovary Syndrome Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) affects around 60,000 women in Suffolk County; that’s around 1 in 10 women of childbearing age. But it is not widely discussed or understood. This is a hormonal condition that can affect a woman’s appearance, her overall health and her fertility. PCOS is associated with high male hormone levels (androgens), which can lead to one of the most common symptoms–irregular periods. It can also cause acne, extra facial and body hair, male pattern baldness, anxiety and depression. Other symptoms are heart disease risk factors, including weight gain, high blood pressure, cholesterol issues, and insulin resistant diabetes. Todd Griffin, MD, chair, Department of Obstetrics, Gynecology and Reproductive Medicine, understands how difficult it can be to get a PCOS diagnosis; many women see multiple physicians before finally being diagnosed and starting treatment. Aided by a very generous donation from a Stony Brook patient who understands just how life-changing and debilitating PCOS can be, Griffin has created a new, dedicated, PCOS team

to help the women of Suffolk County. “PCOS is a metabolic disorder, with a variety of potential symptoms. It is not just indicated by the presence of ovarian cysts, it is much more complex,” Griffin explains. “The best outcomes are achieved with a strong team approach, as patients may need to see an endocrinologist, an esthetician, a dermatologist, a cardiologist, or a therapist.” To make the treatment process seamless, patients will have nurse navigators to help arrange appointments, and to act as a mentor and cheerleader throughout the process. PCOS can be improved with medication and specialized treatments. Lifestyle changes including exercise and weight loss also improve symptoms. The new Stony Brook PCOS team is available to help with diagnosis, medication, treatments and lifestyle changes. If you have already been diagnosed with PCOS or believe you have PCOS, please call the Appointment Center: (631) 444-4686. Or learn more at stonybrookmedicine.edu/patientcare/obgyn.

New Targeted Imaging for Treatment of Prostate Cancer Now Available According to the American Cancer Society, an estimated one in eight men will be diagnosed with prostate cancer in their lifetimes. Until now, conventional imaging, especially at low PSA (ProstateSpecific Antigen) levels, has not been able to identify the location and extent of the disease in the majority of cases of men with a suspected cancer recurrence. Now, Stony Brook University Cancer Center, in conjunction with Stony Brook Advanced Imaging, is the first on Long Island to offer men with prostate cancer targeted Positron Emission Tomography (PET) imaging with PYLARIFY®, a prostate-specific membrane antigen (PSMA) imaging agent. Backed by the experts and state-of-the-art technology at Stony Brook Advanced Imaging centers, this new imaging agent will provide patients with prostate cancer more accuracy and clarity on their current, and future diagnoses. The ability to see exactly where a tumor is in a patient is vital in helping the [patient’s] medical team determine the best approach to a care plan, from various therapies to alternate treatment options. Patients with suspected metastasis who are candidates for initial definitive therapy or those with suspected recurrence based on elevated serum PSA levels are eligible to receive the scan.

PYLARIFY® was approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration in May 2021 as the first and only commercially available, approved PSMA PET imaging agent for prostate cancer. To learn more about Stony Brook Cancer Center and treating prostate cancer, visit cancer.stonybrook medicine.edu or call (631) SB-CANCER (722-2623).

Currently, PSMA scans are available at two Stony Brook Medicine Imaging Centers (Riverhead and Stony Brook) with more locations to follow. All centers are staffed by the same specialty-trained radiologists who work at Stony Brook University Hospital, along with highly-skilled and experienced technologists, pictured above.

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First LGBTQ+ Community Health Needs Assessment Survey on Long Island Stony Brook Medicine (SBM) has implemented the first ever LGBTQ+ Community Health Needs Assessment Survey. The survey is the result of the collaborative efforts of SBM, in partnership with more than 20 Long Island-based organizations and community leaders who, combined, reached all sectors of the LGBTQ+ community through advocacy programming and services. The results of this landmark study are scheduled to be released in early 2022 and will help shape the future of LGBTQ+ healthcare on Long Island. The need for the LGBTQ+ Health Needs Assessment Survey became apparent as Stony Brook began planning with Southampton Hospital for the medical expansion and relocation of the Edie Windsor Healthcare Center in Hampton Bays, formerly known as the David E. Rogers, MD Center. The Center is dedicated to providing compassionate, world-class quality healthcare to the LGBTQ+ community in a culturally sensitive and safe environment. “There is scarce quantitative information available either nationally or regionally on the healthcare needs of LGBTQ+ persons,” said Margaret M. McGovern, MD, Vice President, Health System

Through its LGBTQ+ Community Health Needs Assessment Survey, Stony Brook Medicine has gathered important information to help it provide the best care to all members of the LGBTQ+ community on Long Island.

Clinical Programs and Strategy at Stony Brook Medicine. “We engaged in a dialogue with regional healthcare providers and community-based organizations who acknowledged the significant gap in information and collaborated on the survey development and administration.” “The goal of the survey was to provide members of Long Island’s LGBTQ+ community with an opportunity to state their healthcare needs so we and our partners can better support them and advocate on their behalf,” said Allison H. Eliscu, MD, Medical Director of the Adolescent LGBTQ+ Care Program at Stony Brook Medicine and Principal Investigator of the study. “The information requested in the survey is critical as healthcare providers, social service providers, government officials and public health staff move to expand service offerings.” The LGBTQ+ Health Needs Assessment Survey was conducted online from June through September. It was completely anonymous, open to all LGBTQ+ adults ages 18+, including college, university and technical school students, as well as anyone questioning their identity, residing in either Nassau or Suffolk counties.

Learning How Cancer Affects Long Island Residents Gathering information around a healthcare problem is the first step toward solving it. Every region of the country has unique needs concerning cancer incidence and care. Long Island is no different. Asking the community what they know and think about cancer or if they have experience managing cancer for themselves or a loved one is a great way to obtain an understanding of their thoughts and concerns about cancer. It also provides an opportunity to voice their opinion on challenges and barriers to cancer care. Stony Brook University Cancer Center’s Office for Community Outreach and Engagement has a survey to capture this important information. This feedback is used to guide the Cancer Center’s community outreach efforts, which include proven methods in cancer education, cancer screening and public policy advocacy. In this way, the Cancer Center is modeling its services to accommodate what Long Island residents need. The Community Cancer Needs Assessment survey is completely confidential. The person taking the survey does not have to have a cancer diagnosis now or in the past or even know someone who has the disease. A person’s identity is not

linked to his or her responses. The survey is also available in Spanish. For more information or to take the survey in English or Spanish, visit: bit.ly/cancersurvey21. To go directly to the survey questions: scan the QR code:

For questions about the study, send an email to: COE@stonybrookmedicine.edu. For information about Stony Brook Cancer Center, call (631) SB-CANCER (722-2623). The Stony Brook Cancer Center needs your help. Take our quick survey so we can better adapt our community outreach efforts to fit the needs of the community.

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Bridges Caring for America’s Heroes:

The Long Island State Veterans Home

Digital Exhibit Shares Community COVID Experience The Long Island State Veterans Home has been serving the needs of veterans for more than 30 years. The Long Island State Veterans Home (LISVH) is a special place that veterans are proud to call home, whether they are receiving rehabilitation, staying as a long-term resident or participating in the Adult Day Health Care program. The 350-bed skilled nursing facility is located on 25 wooded acres on the east campus of Stony Brook University. Through its relationship with Stony Brook Medicine, LISVH provides state-of-the-art, comprehensive medical, nursing and ancillary services. The LISVH provides a full-time medical director and a staff of full-time physicians with double board certifications in internal medicine and geriatrics. Its doctors have access to an in-house pharmacy operated by certified geriatric pharmacists, providing a comprehensive formulary. With a full complement of registered nurses on duty 24 hours a day and an

on-site certified nursing assistant training program, the LISVH remains attentive to residents’ skilled nursing needs. Members of the community can also volunteer to help brighten a veterans day. Volunteers are provided training to be successful in their positions, and there is no weekly commitment. While orientation for new and prospective volunteers is currently on hold due to the COVID-19 pandemic, new volunteers (including teens ages 14 to 17) can still start the application. For more information please contact Samantha Calandrino in Volunteer Services by email at Samantha. Calandrino@lisvh.org or by telephone (631) 4448590. New applicants and returning volunteers must submit proof of COVID-19 vaccination. For more information, visit LISVH.org.

Take Your Career to the Next Level Through the School of Professional Development To be successful in any field, professionals must always be learning. Whether they need to acquire new skills to transition into a new field or earn industry-recognized credentials to advance in their current one, they can find more than 60 graduate and non-credit programs at Stony Brook University’s School of Professional Development (SPD). SPD’s catalog includes master’s degrees, professional certificates and micro-credentials in a wide range of subject areas, including teacher education, human resource management, project management, leadership, continuous improvement, quality management, and paralegal studies, among others. All of SPD’s programs are optimized for working professionals, with multiple start dates and flexible scheduling. Most courses are available fully online, and those that meet on-campus are scheduled in the evening. SPD’s 26 graduate and certificate programs accept applications on a rolling basis and most do not require the GRE for admission. Through its Center for Corporate Education, SPD partners with organizations to develop customized professional and executive education programs to prepare their workforce to manage today’s needs and to identify tomorrow’s opportunities. Courses can be delivered on-site, online, at one of Stony Brook’s three locations (Stony Brook, Manhattan or Southampton), or in any combination. Visit stonybrook.edu/spd for complete details on all of SPD’s educational programs.

“Documenting COVID-19: Stony Brook University Experiences” is a digital archive project established by SBU’s University Libraries and launched in September 2020 to collect, preserve and publish the institutional history of Stony Brook University during this unprecedented moment in history. The entire community was invited to contribute to the archive. Participation from all areas was vital to ensure an inclusive record of the SBU experience is available for future researchers. The archive is primarily formed from submissions received directly

Career Center Can Help Your Business SBU’s Career Center helps businesses connect with students and alumni for jobs, internships and volunteer opportunities. Its job posting and recruiting system, Handshake, offers free online job listings that can reach more than 350 universities. The Center also offers recruitment fairs (virtual and in-person), private rooms for employers to conduct interviews, and presentations for employers to present their career opportunities. A few of Handshake’s notable features: 1. A one-stop shop for employers: You can manage all schools using Handshake with one account. 2. Employers can search student profiles and resumes to connect with potential candidates. 3. A mobile app, so both students and employers can use the system on the go. To create or access an existing Handshake account, visit stonybrook.joinhandshake.com. For more info, please call the Career Center at (631) 632-6810 or visit stonybrook.edu/career.

from students, faculty, staff, and alumni that document life during the COVID-19 pandemic. Interviews, firsthand accounts, flyers, photographs, and more will be important sources to consult in the future to study, interpret, and derive meaning from this historic time period. The collection includes content created from January 2020 to the present. Materials represented in the archive include personal narratives, photographs, journal entries, creative works and oral histories. To view the collection, visit https://exhibits. library.stonybrook.edu.

Keeping Our Community Safe Stony Brook University follows NYS, SUNY and local Department of Health (DOH) recommendations regarding COVID-19 safety. At press time and until further notice, all faculty, staff, students and visitors -- vaccinated or not -- must wear a mask when inside any facility. Guests are asked to review signage outside buildings before entering to make sure they are in compliance with any updated guidelines. These can be found on the QR code below and at this link: stonybrook.edu/latest-guidance. It is recommended that all visitors bring masks with them when they visit campus.

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Bridges Programs to Enhance Your Health and Well-Being Stony Brook Medicine offers a wide range of programs, lectures, workshops, support groups and other events throughout the year to help you, your family and friends take better care of your health and enhance your well-being. Inperson or virtual, most events are free, and in many cases, registration is required. For more information, call (631) 444-4000.

BARIATRIC WEIGHT-LOSS EDUCATION SEMINARS

Seminars occur monthly via Zoom. For additional information and dates, please call (631) 444-BARI (2274) or visit bariatrics.stonybrook medicine.edu.

DIABETES SELF-MANAGEMENT EDUCATION PROGRAM

Convenient day and evening in-person classes will be offered to restart our program. Dates and times TBA. A referral from your physician prescribing diabetes education is required. Please contact your insurance carrier regarding your coverage for diabetes and for further information. To schedule an appointment, call (631) 444-0580.

STROKE SUPPORT GROUP

Meetings will be held on Microsoft Teams on Tuesdays, Oct. 26, Nov. 30 and Dec. 28, 7 pm to 8 pm. For information, call (631) 638-2638.

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Third Sunday of the month at 11 am; Heritage Park Trail (The Wedge), 633 Mt. Sinai-Coram Road, Mt. Sinai. These walks are also available on Zoom so that you can walk in your own area. If you have a question or would like more information, email ursula.landman@stonybrook medicine.edu.

MALL WALKERS CLUB

Meets the last Wednesday of the month, Oct. 27 and Nov. 24, 10 am to 11 am at Smith Haven Mall Food Court, 313 Smith Haven Mall, Lake Grove.

HEARTSAVER/AED CLASSES

Classes forming in Fall 2021; Stony Brook University Hospital, 101 Nicolls Road, Stony Brook. Registration is required. For information and upcoming dates, email Yvonne Leippert, RN, at yvonne.leippert@ stonybrookmedicine.edu.

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STONY BROOK UNIVERSITY CANCER CENTER MOBILE MAMMOGRAPHY VAN

Our Mobile Mammography Van team is on a mission: to make sure every woman on Long Island, age 40 and older, who needs a mammogram has easy and convenient access. And no prescription is needed. All year long, our fully outfitted Mobile Mammography Van travels throughout Suffolk and Nassau counties to key locations. It includes an all-female medical staff. The van is spacious and features a registration area, a comfortable waiting room, private changing and exam spaces, and state-of-the-art 3D equipment. Please visit cancer.stonybrook medicine.edu/Patients/MammoVan for locations, dates and times.

GYNECOLOGIC CANCER VIRTUAL SUPPORT GROUP

VIRTUAL TOURETTE/TICS CAREGIVERS SUPPORT GROUP MEETING

Offered through Microsoft Teams on the third Wednesday every other month, 5:30 pm to 6:30 pm. To register, contact Erin Harabes, LMHC, at erin.harabes@stonybrookmedicine.edu or (631) 444-3448.

ACCESSGYN PROGRAM

Offering free gynecologic care to uninsured patients on the third Wednesday of every month at University Associates in Obstetrics & Gynecology, 4875 Sunrise Hwy., Suite 200, Bohemia. To schedule an appointment, call (631) 444-4686. For information, please visit stonybrookmedicine. edu/accessgyn.

Meets the last Tuesday of every month, Oct. 26, Nov. 30 and Dec. 28, 5:30 pm to 6:30 pm. To register, call Katarina Siliris at (631) 638-1108.

No More Excuses – It’s always a Great Day for Walking

The Stony Brook Medicine Mall Walkers, preCOVID, staying fit and making friends. The club has returned to action and is following all CDCrecommended guidelines for keeping members safe while walking. (Photo by Dan Goodrich)

It’s raining. You want to stay in bed, but you promised yourself that you were going to get some exercise. Maybe take a walk. You’ve been putting this off for weeks, but who wants to walk in the rain? The phone rings. It’s your friend Charlie. He’s going to the mall to walk. Do you want to go? You hate shopping, so why would you go to the mall? No, he’s not going shopping; he’s going walking. Mall Walking. Charlie explains that Stony Brook Medicine has a program at Smith Haven Mall called the Mall Walkers. They meet at the food court on the last Wednesday of the month eight times a year. You can get your blood pressure checked, hear a great lecture on a health-related topic from one of Stony Brook’s experts, get a free snack and walk the mall. The mall is climate controlled (cool in the summer and warm in the winter), the floor in the

mall is flat and great for walking, and since it’s raining, you can walk without worrying about getting soaked. So, are you going? All you need is a pair of sneakers and the desire to stay healthy. The club has been walking at the mall since 1994, and it’s always been free to join. It’s part of Stony Brook Medicine’s commitment to serve the community and keep people healthy. There are almost 700 members in the club, although 50 people usually come to the meetings. The Mall Walkers Club meets January through May and September through November. To learn more or register to be a member, visit stonybrookmedicine.edu/patientcare/community/ mall-walkers or contact us at (631) 444-4000. The Mall Walkers Club welcomes people of all ages and abilities.

Fall 2021 Meeting Dates October 27 November 24

2022 Meeting Dates January 26 February 23 March 30 April 27 May 25 September 28 October 26 November 30

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Bridges Saturday, October 23 Homecoming is back at SBU with all the events you love! Join us for President McInnis’ Inauguration, a fun BBQ and exciting football. All are welcome!

stonybrook.edu/homecoming

Celebrate Homecoming on October 23 This year, Stony Brook University’s Homecoming caps a very special week of events as SBU celebrates the inauguration of its sixth president, Maurie McInnis. alumni and the community are invited to join the university on Saturday, October 23, to participate in the inauguration ceremony and then stay for our annual Homecoming BBQ, football game and celebration. The day will begin at 11 am with the inauguration ceremony in the Island Federal Arena. The community is encouraged to attend. At 12:30 the Homecoming BBQ will kick off in the LaValle Stadium parking lot, featuring great food, live music and fun and games for all ages (see the website to register and for pricing). At 3:30, the Seawolves football team takes on the Richmond Spiders at LaValle Stadium. Enjoy a fun halftime show where the Homecoming Court Royals will be crowned. For more information or to register for the BBQ, visit stonybrook.edu/homecoming.

INAUGURATION 11 am • Island Federal Arena Investiture of Maurie McInnis, PhD, as Stony Brook’s sixth president

BBQ

12:30 pm to 3:30 pm • LaValle Stadium Parking Lot Entrance fee includes live music, activities and games for all ages, unlimited BBQ favorites and much more

FOOTBALL GAME 3:30 pm • Seawolves vs. Richmond Spiders Join the fun with friends, family, alumni and students! Enjoy a stellar halftime show featuring Wolfie and the Marching Band. Add a discounted football ticket (limited availability) when you register for the BBQ. Stony Brook University’s Homecoming is set for Saturday, October 23 and will include the inauguration of SBU’s sixth president, Maurie McInnis.

Wolfie Wallet Helps Businesses Connect With SBU Wolfie Wallet is a great way for local businesses to reach the Stony Brook University campus community of more than 35,000 students, faculty and staff. The university-administered prepaid declining-balance debit account encoded on student and staff campus ID cards is a safe and convenient way for members of the SBU community to make food and other purchases from off-campus merchants.

There are now more than 25 local businesses where Seawolves can use their Wolfie Wallet dollars to make purchases, including The Bench, O Sole Mio, Shake Shack, The Steam Room and CVS in Setauket. To learn more about the program and to become a Wolfie Wallet partner, please visit stonybrook.edu/ wolfiewallet and click on “Merchant Signup”

Midfielder Chelsie DePonte, America East Woman of the Year, is back to lead the women’s soccer team to victory.

Catch Soccer and Football Action at LaValle Stadium Stony Brook University Athletics is pleased to announce their teams are back in action for the fall, with fans in the stands. Men’s and women’s soccer games are free and open to the public while football games require tickets. Home games for all three teams are played in LaValle Stadium For full schedules of all athletic events and to purchase tickets when needed, visit stonybrook.edu/ athletics.

Fall Preview The women’s soccer team, hot off its America East championship season, is the team to beat this fall. Be on hand as they take on SUNY rival, Binghamton, on Thursday, October 14, at 5 pm. The men’s team finishes its regular season with three home games: Sunday, October 17, at 1 pm vs. UMass Lowell; Wednesday, October 20, at 6 pm vs. Yale; and Monday, November 1, at 6 pm vs. SUNY rival, the University of Albany. Following their shortened “fall” season played this past spring due to COVID, Stony Brook football is raring to take to the field and rack up more wins. Their season, already underway, continues with home games on October 16 at 3:30 pm vs. Delaware and the Homecoming game on Saturday, October 23, at 3:30 pm vs. the Richmond Spiders. The Seawolves also close out their season vs. their SUNY Albany rivals.

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Be Entertained at the Staller Center Thursday, November 11 • 7 pm STARRY NIGHTS: FALL Recital Hall Colin Carr, Starry Night’s artistic director, cellist and Stony Brook Artist in Residence, continues to create magical evenings of music along with his fellow artists in residence and esteemed musicians in Stony Brook’s internationally acclaimed Department of Music. These programs always delight the Staller Center audiences from the beginnings of classical music to contemporary composers and art forms that include world, folk and jazz.

Saturday, November 12 • 8 pm SHELÉA Recital Hall With a voice that stirs the soul and hands that glide effortlessly over the keys, Sheléa represents a return to true artistry that has garnered attention and adoration from legends throughout the music industry. An oasis of sultry sound in the age of Auto-Tune, Sheléa is a unique artist who blends traditional pop, jazz, R&B, and soul.

Actor and Broadway star Alan Cumming graces the Staller Main Stage on October 23. Where else can you enjoy the masterful sounds of Yo-Yo Ma or the comedic genius of Alan Cumming? How about innovative dance from BalletX or the soulful sounds of singer Sheléa? And the legendary Emerson String Quartet? These are just a few of the performers who will be in person as the Staller Center begins its fall season. Visit stallercenter.com for ticket pricing as prices vary for each show. Staller Center provides discounts on tickets for children, students and seniors. Call (631)v632-ARTS (2787) for more details or visit the Staller Center box office, Monday, Wednesday or Friday, 11 am to 3 pm.

OCTOBER Thursday, October 14 • 7 pm EMERSON STRING QUARTET Recital Hall The internationally renowned Emerson String Quartet — featuring Philip Setzer and Eugene Drucker on violin, Lawrence Dutton on viola, and Paul Watkins on cello — return to the Staller stage for an all-Beethoven program. The Quartet has maintained its status as one of the world’s premier chamber music ensembles for more than four decades and serves as Quartet-in-Residence at Stony Brook University. Saturday, October 23 • 8 pm ALAN CUMMING Main Stage Alan Cumming is an actor, comedian, singer, and activist extraordinaire. He has performed

with Jay-Z and Liza Minelli, and he has won a Tony, hosted the Tonys, and been nominated for an Emmy for hosting the Tonys. He has played God, the devil, Hitler, the pope, a teleporting superhero, the Emcee in Cabaret, Hamlet, and all the parts in Macbeth. Don’t miss out on a magical evening with this multifaceted performer. Saturday, October 30 • 8 pm WAYNE BRADY Main Stage Best known for his outstanding improvisational skills that won him an Emmy on the television series Whose Line Is It Anyway? Wayne Brady is a multitalented entertainer, actor, and musician.

NOVEMBER Sunday, November 7 • 3 pm FOR KIDS IPZ: THE CONCERT Carnival of Animals Recital Hall Staller Center’s Instrument Petting Zoo team returns with one of Camille Saint-Saëns’ magnificent masterpieces with fourteen movements, each representing a different animal. The piece is scored for two pianos, strings, flute, piccolo, clarinet, glass harmonica, and xylophone. This concert is great for all ages, but recommended for ages 3 to 8.

Saturday, November 20 • 8 pm BALLETX Main Stage The New York Times says the dancers of BalletX are “among America’s best.” Diverse and innovative, their commissions are fresh, connecting to what people want. Co-founded in 2005 by Artistic & Executive Director Christine Cox and choreographer Matthew Neenan, BalletX challenges the boundaries of classical ballet by encouraging formal experimentation while preserving rigorous technique.

DECEMBER Saturday, December 11 • 8 pm STEPHANIE QUAYLE: A Country Christmas Recital Hall Named “An Artist You Need to Know” by Rolling Stone and inducted into CMT’s 2019 Next Women of Country class, native Montanan Stephanie Quayle earned her bona fides by booking her gigs and hauling her gear to bars, rodeos, and county fairs. For this special holiday show, Stephanie will perform some of her favorite Christmas classics, along with new songs like By Heart and Wild Frontier, and country hits Selfish, Drinking with Dolly and more.

Be entertained at the Staller Center this fall. Enjoy live music, dancing and comedy at its finest.

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Saturday, March 12 • 8 pm EMANUEL AX - LEONIDAS KAVAKOS YO-YO MA Main Stage World-renowned musicians Emanuel Ax, Leonidas Kavakos and Yo-Yo Ma unite to perform an evening of Beethoven trios. Pianist Emanuel Ax, known for his “thoughtful, lyrical, lustrous” pianism (Washington Post) is an ardent collaborator whose commitment to chamber music has fostered acclaimed partnerships with a variety of musical luminaries. Violinist Leonidas Kavakos, “a spectacular artist” (Philadelphia Inquirer), was awarded the Léonie Sonning Music Prize in 2017. His inspired musicmaking with pianist partners has resulted in several critically acclaimed recordings. Cellist Yo-Yo Ma is known for being one of the most prolific artists globally, seeking to expand the reach of the cello by joining forces with a variety of artists and musicians across several genres. An event not to be missed for anyone who loves classical music.

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Discover More About Asian Americans at the Charles B. Wang Center

The Charles B. Wang Center is dedicated to presenting the public with a multifaceted, intellectually sound and humane understanding of Asian and Asian American cultures, and their relationship to other cultures. Perhaps now, more than ever, its mission is increasingly important. This fall, the Center’s exhibits each deal with timely subjects. Please visit the website for the full fall schedule or to sign up for the mailing list at stonybrook.edu/wang.

stories of immigrants and refugees through graphic novels. The exhibition will raise awareness of immigrants and refugees through diverse perspectives.

Again (on view through May 31, 2022) Main Lobby Brooklyn-based artist Seongmin Ahn created a mural, Again, in five languages, that conveys a visually powerful message of community bonds and hope to overcome COVID-19.

To Be Sold: Virginia and the American Slave Trade (on view starting December 10) Theatre Lobby To Be Sold is curated by Maurie McInnis, president of Stony Brook University, based on her book Slaves Waiting for Sale: Abolitionist Art and the American Slave Trade (Chicago, 2012). To Be Sold examines the American slave trade before the Civil War through the works of British artist Eyre Crowe (1824–1910), who sketched scenes of this inhumane activity that he would later develop into a series of illustrations and paintings, including his “Slaves Waiting for Sale “(1853).

Our Stories Carried Us Here (on view through December 10) Skylight Gallery, Jasmine Gallery and Zodiac Gallery This exhibit presents engaging and emotional

Experience the varied cultures of Asia this fall. The Center is open Monday through Friday, 8 am to 6 pm. Contact the Wang Center at (631) 632-4400 or wangcenter@stonybrook.edu with any questions.

FALL EXHIBITS

The Charles B. Wang Center presents three exhibits this fall. All are free and open to the public.

Pollock-Krasner House Keeps History Alive

Art Abounds at the Paul W. Zuccaire Gallery Located on the first f loor of the Staller Center for the Arts at Stony Brook University, the Paul W. Zuccaire Gallery presents exciting exhibitions and programs that bring campus and community together for art, imagination and conversation. Join us for our lively Artist Talks, Salon discussions, receptions and campus-wide Art Crawls as we welcome the community back to in-person events on campus this fall. A special “Inauguration Day” Art Crawl will take place on Saturday, October 23, from 1 pm to 3 pm, beginning at the Charles B. Wang Center, then visiting Zuccaire, the Melville Library and ending at the Simons Center Gallery. All are welcome. Gallery hours are Monday to Friday, noon to 4 pm and one hour prior to most Staller Center performances and films. For gallery information and events, please visit https://zuccaire gallery.stonybrook.edu. Follow the Zuccaire Gallery on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram at @ZuccaireGallery. Admission is free.

CURRENTLY ON VIEW Dos Mundos: (Re) Constructing Narratives (through October 30)

ethnic communities, revisiting the challenges of systemic exclusion from the mainstream that artists of color faced then and continue to face today. On October 6 at 1:30 pm, the gallery will host the opening event for Hispanic Heritage Month. Several artists who contributed to the Dos Mundos narrative will be in attendance. All are welcome.

UPCOMING

Laylah Amatullah Barrayn, Maajeida, 2020 Dos Mundos: (Re) Constructing Narratives, features 12 artists of color who explore issues of struggle, displacement, migration and representation through photography. The exhibition considers the contemporary duality of traditions and culture in immigrant and

November 13, 2021, to February 2022 Mis/Communication: Language and Power in Contemporary Art This exhibit features video, sculpture, print, and interactive media artworks by contemporary artists who explore the power of language in a cultural context. Artwork by mostly young and emerging artists examines issues such as the global predominance of English and the societal tendency to censure other languages, dialects and linguistic practices. Curated by Amy Kahng, a Stony Brook PhD student in art history, the exhibition is the 2020 winner of the SUNY PACC Prize for Performing Arts, Creation and Curation.

The Pollock-Krasner House and Study Center, located in East Hampton, New York, is an internationally renowned cultural heritage site and research collection that showcases the home and studio of husband and wife artists Jackson Pollock and Lee Krasner. It was deeded to the Stony Brook Foundation in 1987. Krasner envisioned the property as a public museum and library to show the setting in which she and Pollock created many of their works. It opened as a museum in June 1988. The Study Center’s research collections, focusing on Pollock, Krasner and their contemporaries, are open to scholars, students and other researchers by appointment. The Center has also been offering virtual lectures during the past year and plans are underway for more such interactions for the upcoming semester. Information on how to arrange tours or to register for lectures can be found online at stonybrook.edu/pkhouse.

See (and carefully walk on) the paint drops left behind by Jackson Pollock as he made some of his most famous works in his East Hampton studio (photo taken pre-COVID).

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Sharing Cultures and Perspectives With the Community Stony Brook has several cultural centers that have become integral parts of the fabric of campus and community life. Neighbors and friends of SBU are encouraged to learn more about these centers and participate in events that interest them.

The Center for Italian Studies Since its establishment in 1985, the Center for Italian Studies mission has been to build a cultural bridge with the community through events that both reveal the effects of an enriching Italian cultural heritage and reflect the contributions and impact of Italian Americans on the historical evolution of our country. Those already familiar with the center’s events are aware of its programs, which are richly diverse in both format and topics. The center’s staff is already planning the 2021-2022 academic year, which will feature virtual and in-person events, such as the recent return of the much loved Robert D. Cess Annual Celebration of Italian Vehicle Excellence and Beauty. The Center for Italian Studies is in the Frank Melville Memorial Library, Fourth Floor, Room E4340. If you would like to visit the center to familiarize yourself with its facilities and resources, please call 631-632-7444 or email josephine.fu co@stonybrook.edu to arrange an appointment. Events for the fall will soon be posted online at stonybrook.edu/italianstudies.

The Center for Multilingual and Intercultural Communication The Center for Multilingual and Intercultural Communication (MIC) was initially conceptualized in summer 2013. It was designed to provide a creative, collaborative platform for scholars and students to explore the complex and dynamic nature of communication involving participants from different linguistic and cultural backgrounds. In MIC’s first official year (2014-2015), the center initiated a Distinguished Lecture Series on multilingual and intercultural communication, which is ongoing. Last year’s programs included Breaking Silence: A Public Forum on Anti-AAPI Racism and a workshop series on language and social justice. To watch videos of lectures and other workshops or to see the 2021-2022 schedule of virtual and inperson events, visit stonybrook.edu/mic.

The Mattoo Center for India Studies For more than 25 years, the Mattoo Center has been promoting a better appreciation of Indian thought, culture, civilization and contemporary issues by developing expertise and resources for studying India for the benefit of the university and the community. In addition to lectures and workshops for the

The Mattoo Center for India Studies supports several dance groups on campus, who share their culture and love of dance at many campus events, such as CommUniversity Day (pictured here from 2019). public, the center provides scholarships and facilitates internships and manages a study abroad program. There is also a reference and multimedia library the community can use by appointment.

New Program Launched to Foster Connection With the Community This past August, Stony Brook University debuted the One Book, One Community program, a fun and innovative way to unite Stony Brook University and neighboring communities through shared reading and conversation. Through the program, interested readers will receive a free copy of a book (ﬁrst come, ﬁrst served) that explores important cultural, social and ethical issues. Choose from a variety of free events that connect to the themes of the selected reading — an excellent way to meet people of different ages, backgrounds and experience; learn from each other; and promote dialogue around community values and goals. Events are free and open to the public. This year’s book selection is Interior Chinatown, the New York Times bestseller by Charles Yu. The work explores race, pop culture, immigration and identity with heart, anger and wit. Partnering with the university in this endeavor is the Emma S. Clark Memorial Library in Setauket, which will host several events and will have the book available to borrow.

A full list of events and more details are available at stonybrook.edu/onebook.

Upcoming Events Wednesday, October 6, 1 to 2 pm Staller Center Charles Yu will join Seawolves in a moderated Q&A that will open the discussion to questions from the audience and dig deeper on the importance of the themes centered around diversity and inclusivity found in his book, Interior Chinatown. A book signing will follow at 6 pm. Thursday, October 7, 4 pm North Room of the Melville Library The University Libraries will host an engaging discussion on Interior Chinatown. We will also have the opportunity to exchange ideas and reactions to Charles Yu’s campus visit. All are welcome! Preregistration required. Interior Chinatown has been selected to kick off the One Book, One Community program.

Programming is now being worked on for the upcoming academic year. For more information on the center, visit stony brook.edu/india.

Open Nights Series Goes Virtual

This September the university kicks off its 48th year of hosting the Stony Brook Open Nights lecture series. This free series, geared to the general public, began in fall 1973 with the arrival of Comet Kohoutek and proved to be so popular that they continued ever since. The talks are held most Fridays during the fall and spring semesters. The lectures are grouped into four categories: Astronomy Open Night, The Worlds of Physics, Geology Open Night and the Living World. Faculty speak on aspects of their expertise, research or a topic of public interest. While traditionally the lectures were held in person, due to COVID-19 they were moved to a virtual setting this past year. As the semester progresses, it may be possible to hold some events in person or in a hybrid model. To learn more about the series and to see the full calendar of events, please visit https:// you.stonybrook.edu/opennights.

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Special Collections: Preserving and Uncovering History

Spy letters written by George Washington during the American Revolution. A history of the world published in 1493. One of the first maps depicting Long Island as an island. Photographs of Stony Brook’s original train station. These are just a few examples of the one-of-a-kind, library collections awaiting you in Special Collections and University Archives, a division of Stony Brook University Libraries. The department acquires, preserves and provides access to SBU’s most rare, historic and unique books, maps/manuscript collections. Much of the collection has been digitized and can

be viewed online at stonybrook.edu/libspecial. Appointments to see specific items can be made with Kristen Nyitray, director and university archivist, by emailing her at Kristen.Nyitray@stonybrook.edu.

COLLECTION HIGHLIGHTS INCLUDE:

• George Washington spy letters: original correspondence written in 1779 and 1780 to Major Benjamin Tallmadge about the Culper Spy Ring and espionage activities in Setauket during the American Revolutionary War. • Long Island: an extensive collection of books,

Simons Center:

Where Math Meets Art The Simons Center for Geometry and Physics (SCGP) is a hidden gem on the Stony Brook campus. Not only does it offer faculty and students a great environment for collaboration, it also features a café for indoor and outdoor dining, beautiful gardens and incredible art on display. The Center hosts lectures, workshops and art installations every semester that are open to the community. This fall, the Simons Center Gallery welcomes the works of world-renowned Dutch artist Maurits Cornelis Escher. Escher crafted an extraordinary graphic language inspired by mathematics, puzzles and patterns. As part of the Center’s ten-year celebration, the

SCGP is hosting this special exhibition. In addition to Escher’s iconic mathematical art, the show will also feature some of his lesserknown early work that focused on nature and landscapes. M.C. Escher®: A Mini-Retrospective Curated by Lorraine Walsh October 7 through November 15, 2021 The Simons Center Gallery Please visit the SCGP website at http://scgp.stonybrook.edu/ for upcoming information on gallery hours and to make reservations to view the exhibit.

View the works of M.C. Escher at the Simons Gallery. Works will include pieces such as Relativity, 1953, a lithograph, 10 7/8 x 11 ½ inches. All art courtesy of the Collection of ROCK J. WALKER / WALKER FINE ART , LTD. All M.C. Escher’s Works and Text © The M.C. Escher Company, Baarn, The Netherlands. All Rights Reserved. M.C. Escher ® is a Registered Trademark.

maps and papers on regional history, including the Robert M. Emery Long Island Rail Road Collection. • Environmental Defense Fund Archive: efforts by this organization founded in Stony Brook led to the nationwide ban on DDT and the birth of modern environmental law. • Senator Jacob K. Javits Collection: nearly 2 million items that document modern United States history and the career of Senator Javits. • Early printed books: a 1493 edition of the Nuremberg Chronicle, the first attempt to tell the history of the world with text and illustrations. George Washington’s signature on a Culper Spy Ring letter to Benjamin Tallmadge, September 24, 1779. The letter is one of the many unique items held in SBU’s Special Collections.

WUSB: Your Radio Connection to Stony Brook Earlier this year, WUSB 90.1 FM Stony Brook marked 44 years of Long Island noncommercial college radio broadcast service. The station provides a community forum for innovative and commercial-free radio in the form of public service announcements, educational use, music of varied genres and cultures, community affairs and events, campus and local news, collegiate and national sports, and other student and communityoriented programming. WUSB has succeeded due to the efforts of a supportive administration at Stony Brook University, as well as the students, staff, faculty, alumni and community volunteers who have provided creative and innovative radio programming to listeners on Long Island and in Southern Connecticut for more than four decades. Since WUSB’s “sign on” more than 40 years ago, more than 2,000 campus and community volunteers have served as staff members; thousands of nationally acclaimed artists, musicians, newsmakers, public figures and educators have participated in live broadcasts; more than 30,000 public service announcements have been aired; and tens of thousands of listeners have enjoyed quality, commercial-free, thought-provoking, inspired and creative radio programs. WUSB Stony Brook can be heard on Long Island and the surrounding areas on your FM radio at 90.1 and 107.3 and all over the world on the internet via wusb.fm. For more information about any WUSB event, broadcast special, sponsorship opportunities, underwriting or volunteering, please email info@wusb.fm or call the WUSB media office at (631) 632-6828.

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