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Welcoming Rob Buckla, '84, back to �鶹ӳ��

Oct 26, 2026 | �鶹ӳ�� has named Robert J. Buckla, Ed.D., a 1984 graduate of the university, its new executive director of major and principal gifts, effective Jan. 5, 2027.

�鶹ӳ�� launches Education Partner Program

Oct 21, 2026 | �鶹ӳ��'s School of Education is opening new doors for educators through its Education Partner Program, offering educational institutions a no-cost way to support professional growth while helping eligible employees save 20% on tuition for select online master's degree and advanced certificate programs.

Fr. Larry Ford, O.F.M., named guardian of SBU Friary

Aug 21, 2026 | Fr. Larry Ford, O.F.M., has been named guardian of the �鶹ӳ�� Friary.

�鶹ӳ�� again recognized by Princeton Review

Aug 18, 2026 | �鶹ӳ�� has once again been named one of the nation’s best institutions for undergraduate education by The Princeton Review.

Retchless named vice president for Advancement at SBU

Jun 22, 2026 | Lindsay Retchless, currently serving as chief of staff to the president and interim vice president for University Advancement, has been named vice president for Advancement at �鶹ӳ��.

Four accomplished alumni join SBU's Board of Trustees

Jun 10, 2026 | �鶹ӳ�� has added four distinguished alumni to its Board of Trustees following approval at the board’s May 15 meeting on campus.

Auction to benefit SBU endowment to run online June 8-15

Jun 03, 2026 | More than 70 items are available in an online auction June 8-15 to benefit the endowment of �鶹ӳ��.

New tennis courts dedicated to former SBU coach Pat Panzarella

May 14, 2026 | �鶹ӳ�� formally dedicated its new tennis court complex Wednesday, honoring the legacy of longtime SBU Hall of Fame coach Pat Panzarella while celebrating a transformational gift that has elevated the program’s facilities.

Freddie Crawford, Kate Broderick to address SBU graduates

Apr 21, 2026 | Freddie Crawford, ’64, a basketball legend at �鶹ӳ�� whose decades of community leadership in New York City have made a profound impact, will be honored at the university’s 166th undergraduate Commencement ceremony on Sunday, May 17.

�鶹ӳ�� to host Esports Summer Day Camp

Apr 07, 2026 | �鶹ӳ�� will offer an Esports Summer Day Camp July 6–10, 2026, featuring structured gameplay, team development and an introduction to careers in the esports industry for students entering grades 8–12.