Our Commitment to Integrity and Accountability
At Stony Brook University, we believe that compliance is more than just adhering to
regulations, it is the foundation of our institutional integrity. Every member of
our campus community shares the responsibility of sustaining the high ethical, professional,
and legal standards required to advance our mission of excellence in education, research,
and world-class healthcare.
It is not simply about keeping pace with federal regulations, state mandates, or university policies. It is about protecting and enabling our collective mission. Compliance and Ethics serves as a strategic partner to faculty, staff, and leadership, working proactively to streamline regulatory processes and ensure that Stony Brook remains an ethical, and inclusive environment for everyone.
At its core, institutional compliance and ethics empowers SBU to achieve President Goldsmith’s ASPIRE 2035 vision with confidence. By embedding ethical standards and compliance into daily operations, we safeguard the university's reputation, protect critical resources, and maintain the trust of the public we serve.
Whether you are seeking guidance on policy, looking for compliance training resources, or need to raise a concern through our reporting mechanisms, the office is here to support you. Integrity is a shared responsibility, and together, we ensure Stony Brook continues to reach new heights with excellence and transparency.
Explore the resources below to learn more about our specific compliance offices, institutional policies, and reporting channels.
University Policy Manual
The University Policy Manual is the official, centralized repository for all active policies governing Stony Brook University. Whether you are looking for administrative, academic, or operational guidelines, this searchable database ensures that our community has access to up-to-date and consistent institutional rules and procedures.
University Ethics
We believe that a culture of integrity starts with individual responsibility. The University Ethics team provides guidance on conflict of interest, the New York State Public Officers Law, and our institutional code of conduct. We are dedicated to equipping our community with the resources needed to make ethical decisions and offering secure channels for reporting concerns without fear of retaliation. The office of student conduct and community standards supports the educational mission of Stony Brook University by addressing and resolving situations in which the behavioral choices of students may negatively impact others and/or themselves.
Office of Equity and Access (OEA)
Stony Brook University is dedicated to fostering a safe, inclusive, and accessible environment for everyone. The Office of Equity and Access investigates claims of discrimination and harassment, oversees Title IX compliance, and ensures equal opportunity in employment and education. OEA also coordinates ADA compliance to guarantee that our campus is fully accessible to individuals with disabilities.
Internal Audit
The Office of Internal Audit provides independent, objective assurance and consulting services designed to add value and improve university operations. By evaluating the effectiveness of our risk management, control, and governance processes, Internal Audit helps university leadership safeguard assets and optimize institutional performance.
Campus Compliance Partners:
Stony Brook Medicine Compliance
Stony Brook Medicine is dedicated to delivering world-class healthcare with unwavering ethical standards. This office oversees compliance with all federal and state healthcare regulations, including HIPAA patient privacy laws, billing integrity, and fraud prevention. Our goal is to protect our patients, staff, and the broader community by maintaining the highest level of regulatory adherence in our clinical operations.
Research Compliance
As a premier public research institution, Stony Brook is committed to the responsible conduct of research. The Research Compliance office supports investigators by ensuring that all research involving human subjects, animal care, biosafety, and export controls is conducted safely and in strict accordance with federal, state, and sponsor regulations.
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