2020. A year of tragedy, of reckoning, of resilience. A year that no one could have prepared for.
Here’s a look back at some of the most memorable headlines from the Stylus this year, and the stories that show how the Brockport community adapted and persevered through adversity and uncertainty.
SUNY Brockport students, staff and administration adjusted to online learning and the many restrictions set as the COVID-19 pandemic unfolded.
Limited internet access: students struggle with move to online classes Online courses present unique problems for different majorsSUNY Brockport’s successful fall semester paves way for springNursing program continues through COVID-19 pandemicBASC temporarily lays off a ‘significant’ number of its workforce
Student-athletes dealt with the loss of their seasons, and prepare for what’s to come.
Fall coaches forced to adjust to changed spring schedule Football team stays busy with season cancelledSUNYAC cancels winter sportsNCAA grants spring athletes extra year of eligibility
Local businesses dealt with temporary closures, new regulations and economic hardship. Other businesses shared what it was like to open during a pandemic.
Lift Bridge bookshop adapts during pandemicNew Brockport winery looks to aid college studentsThe Pop king opens shop in BrockportThe Strand reopens after eight-month closure
Social justice movements unfolded here and across the nation, starting conversations about how we can be more inclusive and change for the better.
SUNY Brockport embraces international students, faculty, staffBrockport community seeks more accessibility for people with disabilitiesSUNY Brockport announces new measures to support underrepresented studentsBlackatBrockport: Instagram account asking for accountabilitySUNY Brockport University Police will no longer use ‘Thin Blue Line’ flag
The most tumultuous election in American history began, and is finally coming to an end.
People of SUNY Brockport combat voter pessimismNo president named after Election DayAccusations and uncertainty muddle 2020 presidential electionPresident-elect Joe Biden moving forward with transition, Trump still refuses to concede
We learned how to take care of ourselves.
How to stay positive during a crisisLiving and learning during a pandemicWhy we hike — seven stories to get you inspired
And we learned how to take care of each other.
Brockport students and staff host poker fundraiserViking Apartment fire displaces 41 residents, community businesses come together to offer supportSUNY Brockport takes part in annual Gifts of Gratitude campaignBrockport Toy Shelf looking for volunteers, donations this holiday season‘Dedicated, consistent, genuine’: SUNY Brockport men’s hockey coach diagnosed with cancer, community and team rally in support
While 2020 may have taken a lot from us, it left us with a lot of headlines, and even more stories.