Schedule of Events

The week of events will include community activities, volunteer opportunities and academic symposia.

Event information will be added to this page as it is confirmed.

Saturday, April 11, 2026

A Conversation with President Goldsmith
11am–12:15 pm
Stony Brook Southampton
Duke Lecture Hall, Chancellors Hall
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Reception to follow in Chancellors Hall Lobby, 12:30 pm–1:30 pm

Preshow Meet & Greet Reception
6 pm–7 pm
Stony Brook Southampton
The Avram Gallery

TONEWALL
7 pm–8:30 pm
Stony Brook Southampton
The Avram
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A live performance exploring identity, resilience and community through music and storytelling.

Monday, April 13, 2026

Exhibition Opening Reception
President Andrea Goldsmith: Leadership, Innovation and a Shared Future
9:30 am–10:30 am
Stony Brook University, Main Campus
Charles B. Wang Center, Theatre Gallery
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Explore an installation highlighting the career, leadership and vision of Andrea Goldsmith, and learn how her journey informs the future of Stony Brook University.

Tuesday, April 14, 2026

SUNY AI Symposium at Stony Brook
Scaling the NY AI Innovation Ecosystem
9 am–5 pm
Stony Brook University, Main Campus
Charles B. Wang Center
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The SUNY AI Symposium at Stony Brook convenes AI leaders, researchers and industry partners to explore emerging developments, applications and the future of artificial intelligence. For additional information, contact suny-ai-symposium-sbu@stonybrook.edu

Poster Session
11:45 am–1:30 pm
In honor of the inauguration of Andrea Goldsmith, the State University of New York (SUNY) at Stony Brook’s seventh president, we have scheduled a 90-minute poster presentation showcasing artificial intelligence research from across SUNY’s many campuses. We invite all SUNY students who would like to participate in the poster session to register here and upload your abstract for consideration. President Goldsmith will make remarks to kick off the poster session.

Wednesday, April 15, 2026

Presidential Panel Discussions
Stony Brook University, Main Campus
Student Activities Center, Sidney Gelber Auditorium
Join President Andrea Goldsmith for a day of inspiring conversations and thought-provoking panel discussions highlighting women’s leadership, innovation and impact. Tickets are required for each session.

Women in Engineering
9 am–10:30 am
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This panel will convene leaders from across the engineering profession to reflect on their professional journeys, what exciting technologies lie on the horizon, and how powerful technologies can be harnessed to benefit humanity while avoiding their pitfalls.

Women in Leadership
11 am–12:15 pm
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This panel will bring together influential leaders from across business, academia, government and non-profits for an engaging discussion highlighting their experiences along with how to lead in times of disruption and change.

Innovation & Entrepreneurship
3 pm–4 pm
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This panel moderated by President Goldsmith will feature student and alumni entrepreneurs discussing their experience in translating bold ideas into real-world impact. The conversation will celebrate innovation along with the power of the university ecosystem to inspire entrepreneurs and support them in their startup journeys.

Shirley Strum Kenny Arts Festival
12 pm–2:30 pm
Stony Brook University, Main Campus
Academic Mall
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The SSK Arts Festival ignites campus spirit by celebrating the humanities and uniting our community in a powerful showcase of creativity, connection and belonging. This high-energy pep rally launches the president’s inauguration and features the symbolic planting of a magnolia tree, representing growth, legacy and a lasting impact for generations to come.

Chill Out with the Quantum Scoop
12:30 pm–1:50 pm
Stony Brook University, Main Campus
Academic Mall
Students, faculty and staff are invited to enjoy complimentary liquid nitrogen ice cream at -321 degrees Fahrenheit.

Fuel Up! Coffee on Us
12:30 pm–1:50 pm
Stony Brook University
Locations:
Academic Mall, Main Campus
Hospital Level 5 & HSC Level 2, East Campus
Students, faculty and staff are invited to enjoy complimentary coffee.

Seawolves Celebrate: A Presidential Toast
6 pm–8 pm
Stony Brook University, Main Campus
Stony Brook Union Lobby & UNITI Cultural Center
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Join the Office of Student Life for a celebratory toast honoring President Goldsmith ahead of her Investiture. This dynamic event will bring together students and community members to celebrate and welcome our new president, Andrea Goldsmith.
Enjoy performances by student organizations, student art, and an evening filled with food, fun, and celebration. We hope you’ll join us for this special occasion!

Thursday, April 16, 2026

High-Tech Health Care: The Mobile Stroke Unit and Robotic Platforms at Stony Brook Medicine (SBM)
9 am–10:45 am
Stony Brook University Hospital
MART Auditorium and Atrium
Registration not required
A video presentation will highlight SBM’s clinical, research and training disciplines; David Fiorella, MD, interventional neuroradiologist, will give a lecture on SBM’s Mobile Stroke Unit Program; and a live demonstration will showcase SBM’s advanced robotic care and surgical innovation platforms. The robots will remain on display throughout the day for viewing.

The Brain and Healthy Aging: A Walk to Remember
11 am–1 pm
Stony Brook University Hospital
The Brook (Pavilion Corridor)
Registration not required
This event will feature experiential booths along the Brook hallway with audiovisual stations showcasing research on the brain and healthy aging. Each booth will offer two to three short discussions. The booths and speakers will be open to the general public.

Stony Brook's Health Sciences Showcase
3 pm–4 pm
Stony Brook University Hospital
Health Sciences Center Galleria
Registration not required
This showcase, open to the SBU and SBM community, introduces attendees to research, academic and entrepreneurial projects from across Stony Brook’s academic units in health and medicine. Faculty and students will present and demonstrate advanced healthcare education, patient safety, public health, community engagement, health equity and technology.

Inauguration Celebration at The Jazz Loft
6 pm–8 pm
The Jazz Loft, Stony Brook Village
By invitation only
President Andrea Goldsmith welcomes guests to The Jazz Loft for an evening of music, featuring the Stony Brook University Jazz Orchestra, made up of undergraduate and graduate students. The program will feature an original work composed by Thomas Manuel and arranged by Rich DeRosa to commemorate President Goldsmith's investiture as the seventh president of Stony Brook University.

Starry Nights
7 pm–9 pm
Stony Brook University, Main Campus
Staller Center for the Arts, Recital Hall
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Friday, April 17, 2026

Presidential Panel Discussions
Stony Brook University, Main Campus
Charles B. Wang Center, Theatre

Join President Andrea Goldsmith for a day of distinguished lectures and conversations examining transformative research, emerging technologies and the evolving role of universities in shaping the future. Tickets are required for each session.

The Future of Wireless and What It Will Enable
Presented by President Andrea Goldsmith
9 am–10 am
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In this lecture, President Goldsmith will describe what the next generation of wireless technology might look like along with the transformative capabilities these innovations will unlock across society.

Stony Brook's Quantum Frontiers
10:30 am–12 pm
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This is Stony Brook’s quantum moment. Join us for a spotlight on the core achievements and research excellence of faculty across the College of Arts and Sciences and College of Engineering and Applied Sciences, and their collaborative advancements in quantum science and technology. Learn about the real-world impact of their enduring work, their leadership in translating foundational science into entrepreneurial opportunities and their role in connecting to next-generation innovation.

Presidential Lecture: A Conversation with John L. Hennessy
1 pm–2 pm
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Join President Goldsmith in conversation with Stony Brook Distinguished Alumnus John L. Hennessy — former president of Stanford University and an internationally recognized leader in higher education — as they reflect on leadership, institutional transformation and the future of the academy.

Reception and Book Signing with John L. Hennessy immediately following
Featuring Leading Matters: Lessons From My Journey
Meet John L. Hennessy at a reception and book signing celebrating his memoir, which offers personal reflections on leadership, service and lessons learned across a distinguished career in higher education.

Saturday, April 18, 2026

The Investiture of Andrea Goldsmith
11 am ceremony (Doors open at 10 am)
Stony Brook University, Main Campus
Stony Brook Arena
Reception to follow at Stony Brook Union
Tickets are required
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Please join the Stony Brook University community for the Investiture of Andrea Goldsmith, a historic academic ceremony formally welcoming our seventh president.

Reception
Immediately following the investiture ceremony
Stony Brook University, Main Campus
Stony Brook Union

Sunday, April 19, 2026

Seawolf Shuffle 5K Run/Walk
9 am–12 pm
Stony Brook University, Main Campus
Stony Brook Union & Patio
5K and Fun Run open to all faculty, staff, students, alumni and community members.
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Join us for the Seawolf Shuffle 5K Run/Walk, celebrating community, wellness and the spirit of Stony Brook University in honor of President Andrea Goldsmith. The 5K and Fun Run are open to all faculty, staff, students, alumni and community members.