Suffolk Reporter

The College of Arts and Sciences at Stony Brook University held its annual Artists, Authors, and Editors celebration on November 22. This event honors the scholarly and creative works of the university's faculty, which include books, journals, performances, exhibits, recordings, and videos produced in the previous year.

The reception took place at the Hilton Garden Inn Stony Brook and featured over 50 works from various disciplines. Faculty from five schools and colleges participated, representing more than 15 departments spanning arts, humanities, social and behavioral sciences, natural and physical sciences, and health fields.

David Wrobel, dean of the College of Arts and Sciences expressed his enthusiasm for the event. “I’m thrilled to celebrate this important event with you,” he said. “It’s great that we can gather together to recognize the creative and scholarly works of our community.”

Jennifer Epstein was one of the authors whose work was showcased. Her novel "The Madwomen of Paris" was featured during the celebration. “It was an honor to have my novel 'The Madwomen of Paris' featured...and inspiring to be among such extraordinarily talented and creative faculty colleagues,” she remarked.

Epstein's novel is set in a historical context within Paris’s Salpêtrière asylum during a hysteria epidemic. It has been well-received by critics including Publishers Weekly and Science Magazine. The book is also nominated for the 2024 Edgar Allan Poe Awards.

Joanna Wuest also participated in the event as a new member of the faculty. She shared her experiences about joining this academic community through her work titled "Born This Way: Science, Citizenship, and Inequality in the American LGBTQ+ Movement". Wuest stated that it was a rewarding experience to see collaborative efforts between different departments within Stony Brook University.

Dean Wrobel highlighted the importance of preserving these creative endeavors within a permanent collection at Stony Brook's library. He noted that sharing such accomplishments strengthens community bonds.

The gathering provided an opportunity for artists to connect with peers across disciplines while showcasing their achievements in various fields.