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Art of the Violin Offers Dynamic Program

Listeners were treated to an enjoyable program presented by Professor Jennifer Frautschi’s violin students in the Galleria on March 12. Hudson Young and Professor Frautschi played movements from Gabriel Fauré’s Sonata for Violin and Piano, with accompaniment by Muli Yu. A cycle of Five Western Chinese Folk Songs, arranged by

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Do You Know Your Music History?

Before there was Spotify and streaming and endless digital catalogs, listening to music was a physical experience. You bought something flat and round that you held in your hands and then you put it into or onto a device and played it. You might have to turn a few knobs

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SBU Libraries received 2025 Library Excellence in Access and Diversity Award

Stony Brook University Libraries has received the 2025 Library Excellence in Access and Diversity Award. The LEAD Award recognizes academic libraries’ programs and initiatives that encourage and support DEIA across campus. Our Libraries are not only committed on paper to DEIA (Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, Accessibility) by making it an integral

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Join Us for Love Data Week at SBU Libraries!

Data is everywhere, and knowing how to find, collect, use, manage, and interpret it is more important than ever! Since its launch in 2016, Love Data Week has grown from a U.S.-based initiative into a global celebration of data in all its forms. This year, SBU Libraries are excited to

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ART Tank Winner Exhibition in Central Reading Room

The Stony Brook University Libraries is excited to have an art installation by ART Tank Student Artist Competition winner Annika Griffing. The piece can be found in the Central Reading Room.  Read more about the artist and her work in this article in Stony Brook University News.

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Exciting Update: “Report a Broken Link” Feature Now Live!

We’ve made it easier than ever to keep our catalog accurate and user-friendly! Introducing our brand-new “Report a Broken Link” button, now live in our catalog. When you report a broken link, your notification goes straight to our electronic resources team, ensuring prompt attention. Check out the button in action

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Adding Color and Creativity to Library Spaces

We’re excited to announce the installation of artwork in the Central and North Reading Rooms! These vibrant pieces bring color, personality, and a sense of warmth to our environment, making the library feel even more welcoming for all who visit.  One special installation is the work of Stony Brook University

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2025 Spring Semester: Reference and Virtual Chat Services

Welcome to the new semester!  Need help with research?  We are here to help! There are many ways that you can connect to librarians for research assistance. You can connect with a librarian virtually via chat with the hours below: Monday-Friday: 9 AM – 5 PM You can also ask

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Caring by Card

How will you make a difference today? Visit the HSC Library to create and decorate a card for a nursing home resident!  Caring by Card was founded by Rachel Bennett, an SBU Master of Social Work student, in honor of Shaunna Benett. Help uplift elderly and disabled people by sending

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