April 4, 2008

Stony Brook, N.Y. - Stony Brook University Assistant Athletic Director for Sports Medicine and Athletic Training, Kathy Koshansky, received the highest recognition by the Town of Brookhaven Office of Women's Services during its 22nd Annual Women's Recognition Night. She was among 15 Brookhaven residents recognized for excellence in their professional endeavors at an awards ceremony, held at Brookhaven Town Hall on March 13.

Each year in celebration of National Women's History Month, the town honors the accomplishments of outstanding women who have made significant contributions to the quality of life in Brookhaven based on a variety of endeavors, ranging from education, to medicine and community service. There were awards for 15 categories. A SBU professional won in three of the categories - Ms. Koshansky (Sports), Dr. Nanci Rice, Vice Chair, School of Health Technology and Management (Education), and Dr. Kanokporn (Noy) Rithidech, Associate Professor of Research Pathology (Science).

Koshansky, a member of the Stony Brook University athletic training staff for 25 years, is responsible for the overall operation of the Sports Medicine Department, which provides health care for every student-athlete participating at the intercollegiate level. She also directs athletic training through the School of Health Technology and Management.