Academic Calendar
Seawolves pride themselves on being academically successful. While you think about this upcoming spring semester, it is good to keep in mind important academic dates you need to know to succeed:
M-F Classes Begin Monday, January 26
Spring Recess starts from Monday, March 16 to Sunday, March 22
Last Day of M-F Classes: Saturday, May 9
Start of Final Exams: Tuesday, May 12
End of Final Exams: Wednesday, May 20
For more information, visit the Undergraduate Academic Calendar or the Graduate Academic Calendar.
Buy Your Books and SBU Gear
Books by eCampus is the official bookstore provider offering you opportunities to save on the overall costs of course materials, including textbook rentals. After registering for classes, you can enjoy a convenient online experience at stonybrook@ecampus.com with competitive pricing on new, used, rental, eBook, and marketplace options. You can ship your books to your home, residence hall or Shop Red in the Melville library for in-store pickup.
Take advantage of risk-free early ordering with returns accepted up to 30 days after the start of classes. Get instant access to your eBooks and digital content through a personalized digital bookshelf. If your textbooks and course materials are not listed or if you need assistance with your order, please contact the Books by eCampus help desk. You can also email stonybrook@ecampus.com or call Customer Service at 859.209.6958.
Shop Red is the official destination for licensed apparel, school supplies, custom merchandise, and spirited gifts. Visit Shop Red in the Melville Library or shop online at SBUShopRed.com.
Connect with Your Academic Advisor
Our advising offices seek to empower you to discover your academic goals, engage in learning opportunities and connect to the various and vast array of services offered on campus for academic and personal growth. Advisors also work with students who are struggling academically and help you develop plans for graduation.
Advising for first-year and transfer undergraduate students is specifically designed to set you up for success as new university students. Whether you are a first year, transfer or returning student, make sure you schedule a visit with your advisor early, and at least once a semester!
- If you are a first-year student in the College of Arts and Sciences, College of Business, School of Communication and Journalism, School of Marine and Atmospheric Sciences, or an AOI/Undeclared discipline, you will be advised by the First and Second Year (FYSY) Advising Team in Undergraduate Advising Services for your first two years at Stony Brook. In your third year, you will transition to the Upperclass and Transfer Advising Team.
- If you are a transfer student in the College of Arts and Sciences, College of Business, School of Communication and Journalism, School of Marine and Atmospheric Sciences, or an AOI/Undeclared discipline, you will be advised by the Upperclass and Transfer Advising Team in Undergraduate Advising Services
- If you are in the College of Engineering and Applied Sciences or a specialized program (EOP, Athletics, Simons STEM Scholars, Honors College, University Scholars, or WISE Honors), you will be supported through your program’s advising unit.
For more information about the advising services for first-year students, visit the Undergraduate Advising Services website.
Emergency Contact Information:
Don't forget to update your Emergency Contact Information in SOLAR. This information is essential so that we may contact your loved ones in the event of an emergency or hospitalization.
Lactation Rooms
Stony Brook University’s designated lactation rooms support the needs of campus community members who wish to continue their breastfeeding journey upon their return to campus. Each room offers a quiet, comfortable, and private space for breastfeeding parents and includes helpful features such as Medela Symphony breast pumps, cleaning and personal care supplies, sound machines, changing tables, privacy screens and more. Upon approval of a request, users will be given ID card access to each active location. For more information or to request ID card access, visit the Campus Lactation Rooms website.
Check out this video for a virtual tour of the lactation rooms.
Locker Rentals
Did you know you can rent lockers on campus? No need to carry your heavy books everywhere! Lockers are conveniently located in the Commuter Pit Stop Lounge in the Melville Library, and in the lower level of the Student Activities Center. To rent a new locker or renew, visit the Locker Rental website. Don’t forget to pick up your key to your locker at the ASA Services Office at East Side Dining.
Navigate
This tool is designed to help you thrive at SBU. It can help you keep track of important deadlines, schedule an appointment with your academic advisor, and even connect with classmates to form study groups. Use it to explore majors, find an open tutoring appointment, or browse through information about tons of campus resources and offices. For more information, visit stonybrook.edu/navigate.
On-Campus Banking
The Island Federal Credit Union, the Official Banking Partner of Stony Brook University, is designed to provide an elevated level of banking services and financial products for the Stony Brook University community and its alumni. There are two retail banking branch sites and several ATMs located on campus as well as over 1,000 branches throughout Long Island. As a member, you can earn Cash Rewards with the Island Debit Mastercard, utilize fee-free ATMs and enjoy no monthly fees. Visit the Student Activities Center branch, any Island branch, or see the Island at Stony Brook website for more information.
Parking Permits
All Stony Brook students who park on campus must register their vehicle with the university. Violators may be ticketed, immobilized and/or towed. Visit the Mobility & Parking Services website for more information and to apply for your parking permit.
Safety
SB Guardian is an app powered by RAVE Guardian which serves two main functions for your safety. Available for iOS and Android.
SB Alert
SB Alert is SBU’s way of notifying you in the event of an emergency: up to three preferred phone numbers for voice dialing, up to three mobile numbers for text/voice. Update your contact information in SOLAR.
Seawolves Pantry
The Stony Brook University Seawolves Pantry offers reliable support for supplemental food and basic needs essentials for community members who are struggling with food and basic needs insecurity. The shelves are stocked with nutritious food, hygiene products, and school supplies for those in need and it is located in the Stony Brook Union, Suite L-20 (lower level, within the Center for Civic Justice). Looking to give back? Consider volunteering for the pantry or coordinating a collection of monetary and goods donations to contribute to the Seawolves Pantry’s efforts. To find out more visit the Stony Brook Seawolves Pantry website.
Undergraduate/Graduate Catalog
The Undergraduate Bulletin and Graduate Bulletin helps students research programs from single courses to Stony Brook’s Majors and minors. The bulletins also highlight important policies and regulations for our campus. They are great resources to make sure you are in the know with all things SBU! Click below to find out more!