/University and Medicine Community Relations
Remembering September 11

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Memorial Stadium Climb

Join us at Stony Brook University for a Memorial Stadium Climb at the Kenneth P. LaValle Stadium on Sunday, September 13, 2026, to commemorate the 25th anniversary of the events of September 11, 2001. 

We invite you to join us as we climb the equivalent of the 110 stories of the World Trade Center Towers — a symbolic challenge to honor the courage and sacrifice of that day. The event is open to all members of the Stony Brook University and Stony Brook Medicine communities, including students, employees, our neighbors and area residents. 

Whether you participate in the climb, walk, or simply attend to pay your respects, your presence is a meaningful demonstration of unity and remembrance.

Registration required. 

Register for the climb

 

Event Details 

Sunday, September 13, 2026

Kenneth P. LaValle Stadium

8 AM - Registration & Check-in

9 AM - Program Commences 

11:30 AM - Climb Ends 

 

 

Important Information

 

Age requirements

  • You must be 12 years or older to participate in the main stair climb.
  • There will be a kids' area for participants aged 5 - 11.
  • Our youngest participants are encouraged to walk with their guardian.
  • All participants under 18 years of age must be accompanied by a parent or guardian.

Waiver requirements

  • For Individual Registrations (ages 18+) : You will complete your waivers at the time of registration.
  • For Group/Team registrations (all ages): Team captains and your team members will receive an email with registration details. Please note that all team members must sign a Participation Agreement. If the team member is a minor (ages 17 or under) the consent form must be signed by either the accompanied parent or guardian on their respective team.