Announcing “Documenting COVID-19: Stony Brook University Experiences” – A New Digital Collection

Stony Brook University Libraries is pleased to announce the release of its new digital collection “Documenting COVID-19: Stony Brook University Experiences.” Browse the collection and read personal written narratives, listen to oral histories, and view photographs that document life during the COVID-19 pandemic from the unique perspectives of our own Stony Brook University community members. 

“Documenting COVID-19: Stony Brook University Experiences” is an ongoing project. The University Libraries continues to accept submissions. Participation is vital to ensure an inclusive record of the SBU experience is available for future generations of researchers. 

HOW TO PARTICIPATE:

There are several ways to contribute to the project including by submitting a personal story, volunteering to be interviewed, and donating digital images. To learn more, please visit the project webpage for “Documenting COVID-19: Stony Brook University Experiences.” 

FOR MORE INFORMATION, PLEASE CONTACT:

Kristen J. Nyitray
kristen.nyitray@stonybrook.edu
Director, Special Collections and University Archives
University Archivist

Dana Reijerkerk
dana.reijerkerk@stonybrook.edu
Knowledge Management and Digital Assets Librarian

Thank you signs posted outside the gift shop at Stony Brook University Hospital.
Thank you signs for COVID-19 first responders posted outside the gift shop at Stony Brook University Hospital. April 9, 2020. Credit: John Griffin and Stony Brook University.
Wolfie wearing a mask and holding signage.
Wolfie the Seawolf (Stony Brook University’s mascot) standing inside of Stony Brook University Hospital holding a sign that states in English “Masks must be worn inside the building” and in Spanish “Póngase una mascarilla dentro del edificio.” June 11, 2020. Credit: John Griffin and Stony Brook University.

Students socially distancing and studying in the Stony Brook Union at Stony Brook University.
Students socially distancing and studying in the Stony Brook Union at Stony Brook University. August 24, 2020. Credit: John Griffin and Stony Brook University.
Kristen Nyitray

Kristen Nyitray

Associate Librarian; Director, Special Collections and University Archives; and University Archivist at Stony Brook University Libraries
Contact her for research assistance with rare books, manuscript collections, historical maps, and SBU history. E-mail: kristen.nyitray@stonybrook.edu.
Kristen Nyitray
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