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January 23, 2025
To: All Students
Subject: Welcome to Spring ‘25 at Stony Brook! Important Resources and Information for You
Dear Seawolves,
Welcome to the Spring 2025 semester! I hope you enjoyed the break and were able to
find time to relax and recharge. If you are joining Stony Brook for the first time,
welcome to our campus community!
Please take a few minutes to read the important information below so that you are
aware of the many resources available to help you achieve your goals and our community
expectations.
RESPECT AND CARE
As Seawolves, we support each other, celebrate our diverse backgrounds, and embrace
opportunities for personal growth, so it is important that we respect each other’s
views and opinions. At Stony Brook, we value free exchange of ideas, inclusion, and
diversity, and we uphold our commitment to maintaining the dignity and the fair treatment of allmembers of our community. We also expect everyone to know and follow the rules and
policies in place to ensure the health and safety of our campus community.
STUDENT SUPPORT TEAM
Don’t know where to get help? Are you experiencing a challenging situation and need
advice or some direction? Make your first stop the Student Support Team. They can help problem-solve with you and make referrals as needed to support your
success at Stony Brook. For more information, visit stonybrook.edu/studentsupport. For help, call (631) 632-7320 or email student_supportteam@stonybrook.edu.
YOUR HEALTH AND WELLNESS
Whether you're under the weather, anxious, or overwhelmed, or just need to talk to
someone, connect with a licensed provider. If you’re seeking in-person care, reach
out to Student Health Services and Counseling and Psychological Services (CAPS). Check out their websites for the full list of free services.
TimelyCare, 24/7 Access to Virtual Health, Counseling, and Well-Being Services:
To support your health and well-being, TimelyCare provides 24/7 access to a comprehensive range of free virtual health, counseling,
and well-being services. Go to timelycare.com/stonybrook or download the TimelyCare app (iOS and Android). For more information and FAQs,
visit stonybrook.edu/timelycare.
YOUR SAFETY
Whenever you are walking, biking, or driving, be aware of your surroundings and pay
attention to the road. If you are walking after dusk, wear light clothing or carry
a flashlight so you are more visible to drivers, and use the sidewalks and the crosswalks.
If you’d like someone to accompany you when walking on campus late at night, call
the Residential Safety Program (RSP). RSP offers a walk service to any point on campus
from 12:00 PM to 3:00 AM. Call631-632-WALK (9255) to arrange a walk.
Download theRave Guardian app, which allows you to make a one-touch panic call to the University Police (UPD),
facilitating a faster response by police or other emergency responders. The app also
allows you to set a time that coincides with the time you expect to travel from one
location on campus to another. If you don’t reach your destination or are otherwise
detained, the timer will automatically trigger a panic call to UPD, who will then
be able to respond to your location. For more information, visit thiswebsite.
IF YOU SEE SOMETHING, SAY SOMETHING
If there is a situation where you feel unsafe, call University Police at 333 from a campus phone or (631) 632-3333 from a non-campus phone.If you are not on campus, contact 911 for your local police. Visit our Campus Safety page for more information.
Stony Brook’sGood Samaritan policy encourages you to call for help without fear of facing University sanctions.
Hazing is not tolerated at Stony Brook. Hazing is any action taken or situation that endangers another person’s psychological, emotional,
or physical health, regardless of the person’s willingness to participate, for the
purpose of joining or maintaining membership with any organization, group, or team.
It can happen in many shapes and forms, and not only through the use of alcohol or
other drugs. Report hazing incidents using the “Report” form on our Hazing Prevention
website or contact the University Police at (631) 632-3333.
Discrimination is not tolerated at Stony Brook.
Stony Brook University prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, sex, sexual
orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, age, color, creed, national
or ethnic origin, actual or
perceived shared ancestry or ethnic characteristics or citizenship or residency in
a country
with a dominant religion or distinct religious identity, disability, marital status,
familial status, pregnancy, genetic predisposition, criminal convictions, domestic
violence victim status, and veteran or military status and all other protected classes
under federal or state laws. If you consider yourself to be a target of discrimination
or harassment, you may file a complaintin writing with the Office of Equity and Access or contact them at (631) 631-6280.
Sexual misconduct is not tolerated at Stony Brook. The University takes all allegations of sexual misconduct seriously and is committed
to the prevention of sexual assault and violence. We have policies and procedures
in place, and the Office of Equity and Access investigates every claim that is received.
To report any concern or incident involving sexual misconduct, contact the Office of Equity and Access. In addition, the Survivor Advocate & Prevention Associate provides confidential advocacy and support to students who experience sexual or interpersonal
violence.
BECOME A TRAINED BYSTANDER
We offer three popular bystander intervention programs through theCenter for Prevention & Outreach:
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Green Dot helps you recognize risky or potentially violent situations.
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QPR focuses on suicide prevention.
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Red Watch Band teaches you how to intervene to prevent toxic drinking and save a life.
To sign up for training sessions, visit the Center for Prevention and Outreach’s website.
DRUG-FREE AND TOBACCO-FREE CAMPUS
State University of New York campuses are bound by the federal requirements under
the Drug-Free Schools and Communities Act. Under this requirement, the use, possession,
cultivation, and sale of marijuana remains prohibited on all SUNY campuses and is
subject to disciplinary action under the University’sCode of Student Responsibility. This prohibition covers all SUNY property in public, campus residence halls, University
apartments and offices, University-owned and leased buildings, housing, parking lots,
and all SUNY events. In addition to this federal requirement, smoking or vaping marijuana
on campus remains prohibited under ourTobacco-Free Policy.
GET CONNECTED BY GETTING INVOLVED
Get involvedby joining one or more of our 400 clubs and organizations. We are hosting two involvement fairsthis semester where you can connect with the student groups of your choice. Don’t
forget to download the CORQ app for information about campus programs and events.
Campus Life Time — a dedicated period when no classes are scheduled — is on Mondays
and Wednesdays from 12:30-1:50pm, providing you additional opportunities to dive into
campus activities and participate in clubs and organizations!
A list of all currently recognized organizations is on SB Engaged. Organizations without pages on SB Engaged are not recognized and are not in good standing
with the University.
Whether you choose to become a leader in a club or organization, volunteer, or do
community service, complete an internship, or conduct research with a faculty member,
pick something and strengthen your candidacy when applying for jobs or future graduate
study.
CAREER SERVICES
Reach out to the Career Center for coaching and support. You canmake appointments with Career Coachesto discuss career options, review your resume, and have your questions answered. Part-time
jobs are available both on and off campus and are the perfect way to earn money while
gaining transferable skills for the future. Log into Handshake to check out what jobs and opportunities are available. The Career Center hosts multiple job fairs during the semester, including the upcoming On-Campus Job and Internship Fair. Details for all fairs can be found in Handshake, along with prep events held by
the Career Center. For more information, visit the Student Employment website.
WHERE ELSE CAN I GO FOR HELP?
Academic rigor, financial worries, relationship problems, and other concerns may cause
stress and an inability to focus. Reach out for help and talk to someone you can trust. We’re here to help you succeed!
Speak with your general and major academic advisors about your course and major selection
and overall degree progress.
Free tutoring and study skills support. SB Union Room L08. (631) 632-4920.
Have questions about nutrition, food allergies? The dietitian offers individual nutrition
counseling. Call (631) 632-9979 or submit a request at Stony Brook Dining for an appointment.
CPO offers services to address your concerns about mental health, alcohol and other
substances, healthy relationships and sexual violence. SB Union, Room 108. (631) 632-2748.
SB Union, Student Life Suite, Room 205. (631) 632-7353.
Student Health & Counseling Center, Second Floor. CAPS provides confidential individual
and group counseling. Call (631) 632-6720 to make an appointment. You can also get
24/7 virtual access to licensed counselors and on-demand mental health support withTimelyCare’s Talk Now. If you are experiencingan urgent mental health need after hours, call the CAPS Crisis Line at (631) 632-6720.
SB Union, Room 208. (631) 632-6840.
Report any concern or incident involving sexual misconduct, discrimination, or accessibility
barrier. Administration Building Room 201. (631) 632-6280. OEA@stonybrook.edu
Located next to the Sports Complex. Free for undergraduate students. (631) 632-7209.
Reach out to your RA and Campus Residences staff for help. (631) 632-6750.
SB Union, Room 107. Call (631) 632-6748 to make an appointment or email sasc@stonybrook.edu.
Student Health & Counseling Center, First Floor. Call (631) 632-6740 to make an appointment.
Additionally, you can also get 24/7 virtual on-demand and scheduled medical virtual
visits with
TimelyCare, which treats a wide range of common illnesses such as a sore throat, earache, cold
and flu symptoms, sinus infection, allergies, and more.
In case of emergency, call our campus police department at 333 from a campus phone
or (631) 632-3333 from a mobile or off-campus phone.
Remember to wear something RED on Fridays to show your Stony Brook spirit and pride!
Go Seawolves!
Sincerely,
Rick Gatteau, PhD
Vice President for Student Affairs