An investment

A transformational $150 million gift to the University from Jim and Marilyn Simons and the Simons Foundation marks a milestone moment in the history of our young institution—one that we all have reason to celebrate. The Simons gift will fund three major priorities: (1) research excellence in the School of Medicine, (2) faculty hires through new endowed professorships, and (3) recruitment of top-level graduate and undergraduate students. Read more »


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The Simons' $150 million investment in Stony Brook includes a $50 million challenge grant for academic excellence. Here we celebrate the individuals who are helping us meet the Simons’ challenge.

RECENT DONORS:

The LouriesThe Goodale Family:
"I’ve thought so many times,
‘Where would we be without
Stony Brook?’”

 

Chris PendergastChristopher Pendergast:
"Ride for Life" organization
donates $500,000 for ALS
clinical trials program.

 


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