Support for International Students
March 21, 2025
Dear Seawolf,
As you know, this is a time of heightened uncertainty for international students on the nation's college campuses. I am writing to emphasize that you are a valued member of our campus community, and our campus is committed to your success and well-being. Support is available to you through numerous campus offices, including Visa and Immigration Services, International Student Success, the Student Support Team, and the Counseling Center. Please feel free to reach out
to any of these offices for assistance:
Visa and Immigration Services
- Location: E5310 Melville Library
- Phone: 631-632-4685
- Email Address: vis@stonybrook.edu
- Business Hours: Monday–Friday, 9:00 AM–4:00 PM
International Student Success (ISS)
- Location: S1450 Melville Library
- Phone: 631-632-3365
- Email: iss@stonybrook.edu
- Hours: Monday–Friday, 10:00 AM–6:00 PM
Student Support Team
- Location: Stony Brook Union, Suite 106
- Phone: 631-632-7320
- Email: student_supportteam@stonybrook.edu
- Hours: Monday–Friday, 8:30 AM–5:00 PM (Walk-in services close at 4:00 PM)
Counseling & Psychological Services (CAPS)
- Location: Student Health & Counseling Center - 2nd Floor
- Phone: 631-632-6720 (24/7 hotline)
- Consultations: Schedule a session with a CAPS Counselor
- After Hours: Call 631-632-6720 and press 2 to connect with a professional counselor for support
during nights or weekends
As always, we uphold strict standards to protect confidential student information in accordance with law. Our campus will continue to work with our State partners to ensure that our students, faculty, and staff have access to updated resources and assistance.
Providing a living and learning environment for all students to thrive, where they feel safe and welcome, remains our top priority. The Office of International Student Success regularly offers workshops you may find helpful (Calendar of Events). If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact the Office of Global Affairs (Email:globalaffairs@stonybrook.edu, Phone: (631) 632-2919) or visit https://www.stonybrook.edu/commcms/iaps/).
Sincerely,
Richard L. McCormick
Interim President