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Dear Seawolves,
Academic and Transfer Advising ........................... (631) 632-7082 Welcome to Stony Brook University! We are very
pleased that you have joined our vibrant and diverse
Academic Success and Tutoring Center............... (631) 632-4920 campus community.
Billing (Student Accounts) ............................................ (631) 632-6175 In this handbook, you will find important information
to help you have a successful experience at SBU.
Commuter Student Services and Please carefully review it and familiarize yourself with
Off-Campus Living ................................................. (631) 632-7353 our campus resources, policies, and your rights and
responsibilities as a student.
Counseling Center ................................................. (631) 632-6720 As a new student, we offer many ways you can
connect with our community and help ease your
Health Insurance (International Students) ................... (631) 632-6054
transition to SBU. If you’re a first year student,
Health Services (Infirmary) ....................................... (631) 632-6740 the Undergraduate Colleges (UGCs) are small
communities where you will meet other students
International Admissions ...................................... (631) 632-6146 with similar interests and have access to customized
advising. For transfer students, several services
Meal Plan Office ...................................................... (631) 632-6517 are available to assist with your transition, including general and major academic
advising, tutoring, and a specialized transfer course called ADV 101. For graduate
New Student Programs .......................................... (631) 632-6710 student, your academic department and the Graduate School offer an array of
Student Accessibility Support Center.................. (631) 632-6748 services designed to help you succeed.
I strongly encourage you to attend our Involvement Fairs and connect with our
Tech Support (Client Support Services) ....................... (631) 632-9800 community. Now is the time to start building friendships with other Seawolves
and become more acquainted with the campus. Whether you join one of our 325+
University Police/Emergency ................................ (631) 632-3333 student clubs and organizations, cultural groups, graduate student clubs, or
From on campus/blue-light phone .....................................333 intramural sports teams, or become involved in your residence hall community or
the Commuter Student Association, there is something for everyone! To find out
Visa and Immigration Services ..................(631) 632-INTL [4685] what’s available, visit stonybrook.edu/sbengaged for real time information about
upcoming programs and events.
Our Student Affairs team is excited to work with you and ensure your success
at Stony Brook. For more information, undergraduate students can visit
IMPORTANT COVID-19 UPDATE stonybrook.edu/studentsuccess while graduate students can visit
stonybrook.edu/grad. Reach out whenever you have a question or concern.
Stony Brook University’s top priority remains the health, safety and We’re here to help!
well-being of our community. Please note that some of the programs Congratulations on becoming a Seawolf! Enjoy your time at Stony Brook.
and services outlined in this handbook may be impacted by COVID-19
and any subsequent changes to New York State guidelines regarding Sincerely,
the safe reopening of schools.
For the most current updates on how Stony Brook is working to ensure
your health and safety, for student-specific FAQs and more detailed
guidance, visit stonybrook.edu/strongertogether. Rick Gatteau
Vice President for Student Affairs
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
YOUR SUCCESS BOOK
Your SuccessBook �������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������� 3
Your Academic Life . . . ������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������� 4
Your First Year and the Undergraduate Colleges . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Academic and Transfer Advising Services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Transfer Students. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
The Sophomore, Junior and Senior Years. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
College of Engineering and Applied Sciences . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Special Group Advising. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Academic Integrity. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Our Campus Community. . ������������������������������������������������������������������������������ 13
Your Responsibilities as a Stony Brook Student . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Student Responsibility Statement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Student Consumer Information Statement. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Equal Opportunity and Notice of Non-Discrimination. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Community Pledge. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Commitment to Diversity . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
All-Gender Facilities. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Student Rights Statement. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Student Responsibilities as Members of the SBU Community. . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
Community Standards, Student Rights. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
Students’ Bill of Rights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
What is Title IX?. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
Affirmative Consent. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
Alcohol and Other Drugs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
Your SuccessBook
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Confidential Resources. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23 his SuccessBook has been designed to help you make the best
Residence Hall Regulations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
of your college experience. It features important information
Campus Safety. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
University Police . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26 about advising, how to succeed and where to turn to for support.
Residential Safety Program and Walk Service. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26 In addition, we’ve included a special section — our “A to Z” guide — to
Theft Prevention. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26 help you learn all the ins and outs of Stony Brook University (SBU).
Critical Incident Management and Communication Information . . . . . . . . . . 26 Although this book contains a wealth of information, it is important
Emergency Communications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
that you take advantage of other resources, including the For Students
Emergency Management and Response . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
Web page (stonybrook.edu/students), faculty, staff, your peers, campus
Your NetID Credentials. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
Email Policy. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29 resources, the Undergraduate Bulletin (stonybrook.edu/bulletin) or
Student Health Regulations & Health Insurance Plans . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30 Graduate Bulletin (stonybrook.edu/sb/graduatebulletin) and the detailed
Mental Health. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30 Student Success site (stonybrook.edu/studentsuccess). The more you
Statement of Community. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31 take charge of your Stony Brook experience, the better and more valuable
Important Numbers for On-Campus Assistance. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33
that experience will be.
Inside Stony Brook: A to Z. ������������������������������������������������������������������������������ 35 Thank you for choosing to continue your educational journey at
Map. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . ��������������������������������������������������������������� Back Cover Stony Brook. We hope this is a year of growth, good health,
accomplishment and fun for you.
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YOUR ACADEMIC LIFE
YOUR ACADEMIC LIFE
Many of your experiences will be customized for you through your College.
Each incoming freshman is assigned to one of three Undergraduate
Colleges: Social Justice, Equity and Ethics (SJE), located in Mendelsohn
Community; Creativity, Technology and Innovation (CTI), housed in
Roosevelt Community, and Global Health, Wellness and Community (GWC),
part of H Community.
While each College has its own activities and personality, there are
many experiences that will be the same for every first-year student:
• A strong support and academic advising network to help you settle in,
set academic goals, select classes and succeed both inside and outside
the classroom.
• An exciting curriculum that includes two one-credit seminars,
a first-year reading assignment and a UGC-specific research project.
• Opportunities for close interactions with faculty and staff.
• Leadership opportunities and ways to represent your UGC.
The Undergraduate College Advising Office is located in the
O
Stony Brook Union, Suite 111. Please stop by if you have any questions
ne of the most important resources for any undergraduate
or call (631) 632-4378. Visit stonybrook.edu/ucolleges for the latest news.
student is academic advising. There are several different
advising units on campus, which can be divided into five major
categories: Undergraduate College (first-year students), Academic and
Transfer Advising Services (advising for transfers, sophomores, juniors
and seniors), College of Engineering and Applied Sciences (all CEAS GREAT EXPECTATIONS
students), Special Group Advising (EOP/AIM, Honors College, WISE, You chose Stony Brook University and
University Scholars, Athletics and Pre-Professional Advising) and Major/ Stony Brook chose you because:
Minor Department Advising. It is vital for students to meet with advisors
1. You are smart and no stranger to hard work.
early and often. Advisors will help you plan your schedules and ensure you 2. You are interested in a broad range of ideas and perspectives.
are taking the courses you need to graduate on time. For more on the 3. You are an ambitious self-starter who doesn’t need an external
various advising units, visit stonybrook.edu/sb/academichelp. Here is a push to move.
look at what you can expect from advising as you move from freshman to 4. You expect and appreciate a challenge.
sophomore year and beyond. 5. You learn from your mistakes.
Your First Year and the Undergraduate Colleges Getting an education from Stony Brook University is like running a
The Undergraduate Colleges (UGC) are designed to create small academic marathon. Earning quality grades takes good preparation, high energy,
and social communities, which tailor the first-year experience for students persistence and passion for the task at hand. But you love to learn.
who have similar interests. They offer more than academic advising; they That’s why you’re here. That’s why we’re all here. Let’s learn together.
create a community to help students in all aspects of college life.
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YOUR ACADEMIC LIFE
Academic and Transfer Advising Services
Academic and Transfer Advising Services, located in Suite 105, Stony
Brook Union, provides general advising for transfers, sophomores, juniors
and seniors; helps students develop their academic plans for graduation; KEYS TO FINISHING IN 4
and works with students in academic difficulty. Advisors help evaluate Remember these steps to help you stay
transfer credits and serve as a central communicator regarding on schedule and graduate on time:
academic deadlines, policies and events for all undergraduates. • Complete an academic plan detailing what you need to accomplish to
For assistance along your path toward graduation, call (631) 632-7082, graduate in 4 years.
option 2, or send an email with questions to advising@stonybrook.edu. • Register on time. If you wait to register, a class you need may be filled.
Also, visit us on the Web at stonybrook.edu/advising. • Read your degree progress report on SOLAR.
• Meet with your major advisor as soon as possible to map out courses.
Transfer Students • Meet at least once a semester with an Academic Advisor.
Transfer students enter Stony Brook as freshmen, sophomores, juniors
or seniors, depending upon the number of credits transferred. All new
transfers are strongly encouraged to enroll in ADV 101 — Advising Seminar
for New Transfers. ADV 101 is required for all new international
students. This weekly, one-credit seminar is taught by an Academic Advisor
or professional staff member and provides opportunities to build
connections on campus and obtain the tools to succeed academically.
The Sophomore Year
Once you have earned at least 24 credits, you are considered a sophomore.
To stay on track for graduation, you will need to declare a major once you
have earned 45 credits toward your degree. To help in the major selection
process, be sure to take time to review the list of all 200 majors, minors and
combined-degree programs at stonybrook.edu/academics.
The Junior Year August, now is the time to focus your attention on completing course work
Upon earning 57 credits, you are considered a junior. Check your online and investigating career or graduate school options.
degree progress report, which reviews all of your general education and
major and minor requirements to make sure that you are on track to College of Engineering and Applied Sciences (CEAS)
graduate. You can access the report via SOLAR. Also, you should visit the The CEAS Undergraduate Student Office provides these services to all
Career Center and attend programs focused on finding internships and students enrolled in, or intending to pursue, a CEAS program: general
writing a résumé. education advising, major/minor advising, major entry requirement advising,
academic standing/appeals, transfer credit evaluation, guidance on academic
The Senior Year integrity, internships/career planning, scholarships, tutoring for
After earning 85 credits, you are a senior and soon-to-be graduate! introductory CEAS courses and peer mentoring. The office is located
Whether you are planning to graduate in December, January, May or at 231 Engineering. Call (631) 632-8381 for assistance.
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Special Group Advising Academic Integrity
In addition, students from various special groups receive advising from All Stony Brook students are expected to follow the Academic
their respective areas, including: Integrity policies. Please familiarize yourself with them by visiting
stonybrook.edu/academicintegrity and clicking on “Policies
Athletics — The Goldstein Family Student-Athlete Development Center
and Procedures.”
provides academic, career and personal development services for student-
athletes. An Academic Advisor is assigned to work with each team. The following is a list of general parameters that define academic
175 Sports Complex, (631) 632-4952 dishonesty. While these definitions include specific examples, the list
of examples is not all-inclusive.
EOP/AIM — Counselors support students during their entire collegiate
career. Each student is assigned a counselor. Cheating — Intentionally using or attempting to use unauthorized
W-3520 Melville Library, (631) 632-7090 assistance, materials, electronic devices, information or study aids in any
academic exercise; or preventing, or attempting to prevent, another from
Health Sciences — Students with majors in a health sciences school can using authorized assistance, materials, etc.
seek advise from the Health Sciences Office of Student Services. • Using unauthorized notes, study aids or information on an examination.
Room 271, HSC Level 2, (631) 444-2111 • Altering a graded work after it has been returned — then submitting the
work for re-grading.
Honors College — Provides comprehensive academic and support
services for Stony Brook’s Honors College students. • Allowing another person to do your work and submitting that work
111 Stony Brook Union, (631) 632-4378 under your name, or having someone else take an exam for you.
• Copying answers from someone else.
Pre-Professional Advising — The Pre-Professional Advising staff
• Having in your possession without permission, any tests, notes or
works with students who are interested in pursuing graduate studies
property belonging to or generating from faculty, staff or students.
in law or the health professions, including medical, optometry, podiatry
• Talking during an exam, regardless of what you are talking about.
and veterinary. For more information, visit stonybrook.edu/prehealth and
• Working together with others on a take-home exam.
stonybrook.edu/prelaw. 105 Stony Brook Union, (631) 632-7080
• Taking a test or doing an assignment for someone else.
University Scholars — Provides advising for students in the • Willfully offering to a student answers or information related to tests
University Scholars Program. 111 Stony Brook Union, (631) 632-4378 and examinations.
Women in Science and Engineering (WISE) — Provides academic and Plagiarism — Intentionally or knowingly representing the words or ideas
support services for students in the WISE program throughout their of another as your own in any academic exercise.
collegiate career. • Submitting material that in part or whole is not entirely your own
230 Heavy Engineering, (631) 632-6947 work without attributing those same portions to their correct source.
Major/Minor Department Advising — In addition, students with a declared • Copying from any source without quotation marks and the
major/minor should visit their major (and minor, if applicable) department appropriate documentation.
advisor each semester to make sure they are on the right track for fulfilling • Re-wording an idea found in a source, but then omitting
departmental requirements. For more information, the documentation.
visit stonybrook.edu/bulletin. • Copying a paper, or portion of a paper, that someone else has written.
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Fabrication — Intentional and unauthorized falsification or invention of any
information or citation in any academic exercise.
• Presenting data that were not gathered in accordance with standard
guidelines defining the appropriate methods for collecting or ACADEMIC SUCCESS AND
generating data, and failing to include an accurate account of the
method by which the data were gathered or collected.
TUTORING RESOURCES
• Citing nonexistent or irrelevant articles. Take advantage of the free services (tutoring and review sessions)
provided by trained staff with proven success records to help you
Obtaining an Unfair Advantage — Attempting to gain unauthorized improve your academic performance. The Academic Success and
advantage over fellow students in any academic exercise. Tutoring Center is your one-stop resource to help you find the tutors
• Gaining or providing unauthorized access to examination materials. or training you need to excel. Visit stonybrook.edu/tutoring to see all
• Lying about the need for an extension for an exam or paper. available services or to schedule a tutoring appointment.
• Continuing to write even when time is up during an exam.
• Stealing, destroying, defacing or keeping library materials for your
own use or with the purpose of depriving others of their use.
Falsification of Records and Official Documents — Misrepresenting,
falsifying or tampering with, or attempting to tamper with, any portion
of an academic transcript, record, etc., for yourself or for another.
• Tampering with computer records.
• Forging a faculty/staff signature on any University document.
Unauthorized Access — Unauthorized access to computerized academic
or administrative records or systems.
• Viewing/altering computer records; modifying computers.
• Releasing or dispensing information gained via unauthorized access.
• Interfering with the use/availability of computer systems or information.
Electronic Devices — All cell phones, calculators or any kind of electronic
devices should be turned completely off during an exam and put in a closed
purse or backpack. Note: Even if a student does not answer a ringing cell
phone during an exam, it can be considered academic dishonesty for not
having it turned off.
For more information about academic dishonesty, consult the
Undergraduate Bulletin (stonybrook.edu/bulletin) or the Academic Integrity
website at stonybrook.edu/academicintegrity�
Students are expected to follow all Academic Judiciary policies for online
and in-person classes.
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OUR CAMPUS COMMUNITY
Our Campus Community
A
s a member of our community, you will wear many hats: student,
volunteer, Seawolf, friend, club member. Being a responsible
student member of the Stony Brook community requires
commitment. On the following pages, you will find an overview of some of
your additional responsibilities, as well as your student rights. It is up to you
to make yourself familiar with these rights and responsibilities so that your
college experience will be everything you expect it to be and more.
We care not only about the education you receive, but also about your
personal growth, physical health and safety, and adjustment to campus
life. To that end, the University offers many programs, departments, events
and resources to ensure that you have the support and tools you need to
prosper and be happy and healthy. Many of those programs are listed in
this section, and more can be found online at stonybrook.edu/students.
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Your Responsibilities as a Stony Brook Student
As a Stony Brook student, you are responsible for knowing all the codes
and conduct you are required to follow. For the complete listing of your
responsibilities, please review the entire Code of Student Responsibility, COMMUNITY PLEDGE
which is available online at stonybrook.edu/conductcode . The Code applies
to on and off campus (including virtual classrooms), and any
student who is found to behave inappropriately will be held accountable. Students who take the Community Pledge will show their commitment
to caring for and respecting others. It was recently updated in 2021
Student Responsibility Statement with more student input. You can take the updated pledge online at
Each student is responsible for reviewing, understanding and abiding by studentaffairs.stonybrook.edu/pledge.
SBU’s regulations, procedures, requirements and deadlines as described in What’s a Seawolf? We are Seawolves.
official publications, including the Code of Student Responsibility, University As Seawolves . . .
bulletins, the Policy Manual and class schedules. These We commit to upholding the DIGNITY AND RESPECT of every member of
regulations are available on the Web at stonybrook.edu/policy. the Stony Brook University community.
We affirm and maintain the FREEDOM OF EXPRESSION of all identities and
Student Consumer Information Statement intersections of race, culture, national origin, religion, age, ability, gender,
Higher education is a significant and lasting investment. As such, sexuality, military status, and any other dimensions of human diversity that
consumer information — including institutional polices; student retention, make each of us unique.
employment and graduation rates; and financial assistance information — We are committed to CHALLENGING RACISM and any language, action, or
is available at stonybrook.edu/commcms/irpe/about/consumerinfo.html. policy, that promotes, permits, or contributes to systemic racism. To put
antiracism in practice, we will use critical thinking, active listening, respect,
Equal Opportunity and Notice of Non-Discrimination and compassion in our interactions with each other and be open to change.
Stony Brook University does not discriminate on the basis of race, sex, We hold ourselves and our community ACCOUNTABLE for our collective
sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, age, color, creed, responsibility to create a more just society. We will challenge any language,
national or ethnic origin, disability, marital status, familial status, pregnancy, action, or policy that promotes bias behavior and inequality. We will not
allow discrimination to devalue our differences, which make us stronger
genetic predisposition, criminal convictions, domestic violence victim
and are a point of pride that we celebrate.
status, and veteran or military status and all other protected classes under
federal or state laws. If you are a student or an employee of the University We will LEARN ABOUT, CELEBRATE and HONOR the diversity of our
community and are committed to maintaining respect, promoting inclusion,
and you consider yourself to be a target of discrimination or harassment,
and practicing civility. By doing this, we also contribute to the global
you may file a complaint in writing with the Office of Equity and Access. An community as we develop leaders, conduct groundbreaking research, and
online complaint form and more information is available at stonybrook.edu/ provide world-class health care.
reportit.
The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) requires that individuals with
disabilities be afforded equal opportunity in the areas of public Any questions concerning this policy or allegations of noncompli-
services and programs, employment, transportation and communications. ance should be directed to the Office of Equity and Access (formerly
In compliance with the ADA, the University will provide reasonable accessi- Institutional Diversity and Equity), 201 Administration Building,
ble accommodation to individuals with qualifying disabilities and access to oea@stonybrook.edu or call (631) 632-6280. More information is available
services and programs. For more information, visit the Student Accessibility at stonybrook.edu/oea. A copy of our complaint procedure is available at
Support Center at stonybrook.edu/sasc. stonybrook.edu/oea/complaint.
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Commitment to Diversity Beyond providing requisite academic resources and support services,
Stony Brook is committed to maintaining a diverse and inclusive campus the University seeks to sustain an environment in which the diverse
environment. Diversity and inclusion are the cornerstones of a University cultural traditions and ideals represented in both the campus community
where students, faculty and staff can discover their full potential. Bringing and the nation at large are valued, nurtured and promoted. In so doing, the
together people of different races, cultures and backgrounds provides the University fulfills its mandate to prepare students to participate
variety of perspective, thought and understanding necessary for open and actively and productively in our larger society.
serious intellectual inquiry. This is essential to SBU’s mission. It is just as The following students’ rights reflect this mandate within the context
essential that Stony Brook’s campus be welcoming, safe, accessible and of the campus community and will be viewed in the larger context of
free from discrimination. Fostering a diverse and welcoming campus envi- federal and state mandates:
ronment will ensure Stony Brook is a place where all people and their ideas • The right to participate in all aspects of the University experience, both
can flourish. The University’s efforts include a variety of diversity initiatives in and out of the classroom, without harassment or discrimination on the
and programs. For more information on our diversity basis of race, color, sex, age, ethnicity, religion, national origin, sexual ori-
initiatives, please visit stonybrook.edu/diversity. entation, disability, marital status or status as a disabled or Vietnam-era
Discrimination and harassment are prohibited by University policy. Any veteran or other rights and privileges as may be protected under federal,
individual who is the target of discrimination of any kind, including state or local law.
xenophobia, is encouraged to report the incident to the Office of Equity • The right to participate in a free exchange of ideas and dissent from views on
and Access (stonybrook.edu/reportit). Stony Brook is committed to all matters of interest to the student body, both in and out of class.
conducting prompt and equitable investigations and will immediately
• The right to organize and demonstrate peacefully, which includes
and appropriately address violations of University policy.
expressions or actions that capture attention and attempt to persuade,
as long as access to buildings and University community activities is
All-Gender and Gender-Specific Facilities Use
not hampered.
All members of the Stony Brook University community are permitted to
use facilities such as restrooms or locker rooms consistent with their • The right to free inquiry and expression by student media in accordance
gender identity, in compliance with federal and state laws and regulations. with professional journalistic standards.
Accommodation of the needs of our entire community also includes • The right to personal privacy, confidentiality of records and individual
the creation of all-gender multi-use restrooms. Multi-stalled all-gender self-determination.
restrooms are available at the Student Activities Center (SAC) and the • The right to not be harassed, sexually harassed, stalked, hazed or to
Walter J. Hawrys Campus Recreation Center, allowing LGBTQ* individuals, experience bias-related harassment.
persons with disabilities who may require assistance from a companion • The right to a fair and objective administrative review by a University
of a different gender, and families with small children to freely use these Official or an Administrative Conduct Board, depending upon the level of
facilities without facing discrimination or alienation. Single-stall restrooms the alleged violation.
are also available in various locations throughout our campus for any indi-
• Maintaining a respectful, civil, caring and safe environment is the respon-
viduals with privacy concerns. For a list of locations, visit stonybrook.edu/
sibility of all students.
commcms/studentaffairs/lgbtq/ourcampus/restrooms.php.
• The right to file a complaint with University Community Standards,
University Police, or residence hall staff when you believe your rights have
Student Rights Statement
been violated. Reports should be made as soon as possible.
Stony Brook University is committed to the creation of an environment
wholly supportive of students’ academic and personal achievements. • It is the right of all students to be safe and feel safe on the campus.
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OUR CAMPUS COMMUNITY
With the freedom that these rights afford comes the responsibility
to conduct oneself with civility and respect toward the rights of others. In Cases of Sexual and Interpersonal Assault
It is also the responsibility of all those given these rights to protect and
preserve them for others, so that with vigilance we may move closer All students have the right to:
to the ideals that these rights promise. 1. Make a report to local law enforcement and/or state police;
2. Have disclosures of domestic violence, dating violence, stalking and
Student Responsibilities as Members of the SBU Community
sexual assault treated seriously;
• Affirm you have read and understand the Code of Student Responsibility
and the Rules of the Maintenance of Public Order. 3. Make a decision about whether or not to disclose a crime or
New students must acknowledge they have read the above documents to violation and participate in the judicial or conduct process and/or
register for classes on SOLAR. criminal justice process free from pressure by the institution;
• Know, understand and adhere to Campus Alcohol and Other Drugs and 4. Participate in a process that is fair, impartial and provides adequate
Traffic Safety policies. notice and a meaningful opportunity to be heard;
• Become familiar with campus support services. 5. Be treated with dignity and to receive from the institution courteous, fair
• Be respectful of classmates, roommates, faculty, staff and visitors. and respectful health care and counseling services, where available;
• Promote classroom conduct that does not interfere with the teaching/ 6. Be free from any suggestion that the reporting individual is at fault
learning process. where these crimes and violations are committed, or should have
• Take pride in the wide diversity inherent in the SBU community. acted in a different manner to avoid such crimes or violations;
• Respect personal and state property and campus facilities.
7. Describe the incident to as few institution representatives as
• Promote a safe campus by adhering to campus residential safety policies. practicable and not be required to unnecessarily repeat a description
• Lock room, suite, apartment doors; strictly follow guest policies. of the incident;
• Report suspicious activities or persons to University Police or an official in 8. Be protected from retaliation by the institution, any student, the
a timely manner. “If you see something, say something.” accused and/or the respondent, and/or their friends, family and
• Participate in the conduct review process as a complainant or witness acquaintances within the jurisdiction of the institution;
in a conduct hearing.
9. Have access to at least one level of an appeal of a determination;
Community Standards & Student Rights and Responsibilities 10. Be accompanied by an advisor of choice who may assist and advise
The Office of University Community Standards receives, investigates and a reporting individual, an accused or a respondent throughout
resolves alleged violations of the Code of Student Responsibility (Code) the judicial or conduct process including during all meetings and
involving non-academic misconduct by undergraduate and graduate students hearings related to such process; and
or by student organizations. Any member of the SBU community or visitor 11. E
xercise civil rights and practice of religion without interference by
to the campus may bring a complaint against a student to the attention the investigative, criminal justice or judicial or conduct process of
of the Office of University Community Standards. The jurisdiction of this the institution.
office extends to alleged misconduct that takes place on University-owned
For information on how to file a complaint, please call (631) 632-6280,
or controlled property; at any SBU-sponsored event; or at any off-campus
email reportit@stonybrook.edu or visit stonybrook.edu/reportit.
location when the alleged misconduct is significant or has an impact upon
For information on options for confidential disclosure of sexual and
other students or the mission and well-being of the University community.
interpersonal assault, please visit stonybrook.edu/titleix/resources.
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OUR CAMPUS COMMUNITY
The Code of Student Responsibility is the campus guide for responsible If you have any questions related to the Code or conduct process,
non-academic student conduct. The Code also describes how to file a please contact the Office of University Community Standards at
complaint if your rights as a member of the University community have CommunityStandards@stonybrook.edu or call (631) 632-6705.
been violated by another student.
University students and their guests are expected to respect the rights What Is Title IX and Why Is It Important to Me?
of others in the residence halls and in the classroom. Complaints of Title IX is a section of a federal law known as The Education Amendments of
harassment, physical abuse, threats, bias-related acts of harassment, 1972. It states that “no person in the United States shall, on the basis of sex,
assault or abuse, sexual harassment, sexual abuse or sexual assault, be excluded from participation in, be denied the benefits of, or be
stalking,* violations of alcohol and other drug policies, health and safety subjected to discrimination under any education program or activity
violations, theft, property damage and misuse of electronic communications receiving federal financial assistance.”
systems will be investigated by the appropriate campus conduct body. That means that sex or gender-based discrimination in admission,
Information about campus safety statistics and reports can be found on recruitment, financial aid, treatment and services, counseling and
the University Police website at stonybrook.edu/police. Students may be guidance, classroom assignment, grading, vocational education,
arrested for violations of the law in addition to a referral to the Office recreation, physical education, athletics, housing, sanctions, discipline
of University Community Standards. Significant violations of the Code of and employment, as well as any other activity, opportunity or
Student Responsibility and Alcohol and Other Drug policies can result in program is prohibited by federal law at any school, including
separation from the University. Stony Brook University, that receives federal education funding.
It is vital that all students and campus residents read, understand and Discrimination under Title IX is prejudicial treatment based on an
abide by the rules, regulations and policies contained in the Code of Student individual’s sex, gender or gender identity or expression. Sexual
Responsibility; the Policy for On-Campus Sales, Service and Consumption of harassment and sexual violence are extreme forms of sex discrimination
Alcoholic Beverages; Substance Abuse Policy; the Rules of Public Order; and that include non-consensual sexual contact, non-consensual sexual
all applicable federal, state and local laws, including parking regulations. intercourse and/or penetration (also known as sexual assault),
Students, staff, faculty and visitors whose rights were allegedly violated by non-consensual physical violent contact during consensual sexual
others on the campus are encouraged to file a complaint with the contact, domestic violence, dating violence or stalking.
Office of University Community Standards, 209 Union, (631) 632-6705; Stony Brook University is committed to the mission of Title IX and to
University Police, 175 Dutchess Hall, South Campus, (631) 632-3333; and/or eliminating sex and gender discrimination. We take our Title IX obligations
with your residence hall/apartment complex staff. seriously, and we will take immediate and appropriate action to thoroughly
The Advisory Committee on Campus Safety will provide, upon request, investigate sexual harassment and sexual violence to protect victims and to
all campus crime statistics as reported to the United States Department of combat recurrence.
Education. The United States Department of Education website for campus Title IX discrimination is not something that can happen only to females.
crimes is ope.ed.gov/security. Anyone — regardless of sex, gender identity or expression,
The Code of Student Responsibility, Alcohol Policy and Rules of Public or sexual orientation — can be a victim of Title IX discrimination,
Order are available at stonybrook.edu/code. including sexual harassment and sexual violence.
IF YOU EXPERIENCE OR WITNESS DISCRIMINATION, REPORT IT.
*Stalking: No student shall perform any acts that harass, annoy, threaten, intimidate or
alarm another person or persons. Examples include, but are not limited to, repeatedly
If you have been a victim, or if you are aware of Title IX discrimination, it
following such person(s), repeatedly committing acts that alarm or seriously annoy such can be reported online 24/7 from any internet connected devise at
other person(s) and that serve no legitimate purpose, and repeatedly communicating by stonybrook.edu/reportit. You may also contact the Title IX Coordinator,
mechanical or electronic means, or any form of written communication with such person(s)
in a manner likely to harass, intimidate, annoy or alarm. (Code of Student Responsibility) Marjolie Leonard, Assistant Vice President, Office of Equity and Access, at
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CONFIDENTIAL RESOURCES
(631) 632-6280 or oea@stonybrook.edu, or one of our 24 University-wide
Available for individuals affected by sexual violence or
Deputy Title IX Coordinators. A complete list of Deputies is available at
any other type of gender discrimination.
stonybrook.edu/titleix/deputies.
More information, including detailed definitions and a link to file a
complaint, is available on the Title IX online resources website at ON-CAMPUS RESOURCES Counseling and Psychological
stonybrook.edu/titleix/resources. Services (CAPS)
Survivor Advocate
Student Health Services, 2nd Floor
CONFIDENTIALLY SEEK SUPPORT SERVICES OR INFORMATION Samantha August
(631) 632-6720 (24/7)
ON HOW TO FILE A REPORT. The Survivor Advocate and Prevention Provides confidential support and
options to individuals who experience Health Sciences Office, Level 3,
Specialist is able to assist survivors of sexual and/or interpersonal gender discrimination, including Room 3-040F (by appointment only)
violence in learning of their options and resources both on and off campus. sexual violence. stonybrook.edu/caps
Individuals will never be forced to make a report. To contact Stony Brook’s 108 Union • (631) 457-9981
samantha.august@stonybrook.edu
Survivor Advocate, Samantha August, call (631) 457-9981 or COMMUNITY RESOURCES
email samantha.august@stonybrook.edu. SANE Center (Sexual Assault Nurse VIBS (Victim Information Bureau
Examiner) • (631) 444-2465 of Suffolk) • (631) 360-3606
Definition of Affirmative Consent Go to the Stony Brook University 24/7 hour hotline/free confidential
Affirmative consent is a knowing, voluntary and mutual decision among all Hospital Emergency Room within services to victims of domestic
108 hours. You do not have to violence, rape and sexual assault.
participants to engage in sexual activity. Consent can be given involve the police or any SBU official.
by words or actions, as long as those words or actions create clear Evidence will be held for at least 30 New York State Domestic and
permission regarding willingness to engage in the sexual activity. days in case you decide to involve Sexual Violence Hotline •
Silence or lack of resistance, in and of itself, does not demonstrate consent. the police. FREE OF CHARGE: 1-800-942-6906
If you do not have insurance, or if English and español/multi-language
The definition of consent does not vary based upon a participant’s sex, you are afraid to use your insurance, accessibility. Deaf/hard of hearing:
sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression. treatment and examinations are 711. In NYC: 1-800- 621-HOPE
provided free of charge. (4673) or dial 311.
Alcohol and Other Drugs TTY: 1-866- 604-5350
Center for Prevention and Outreach
Stony Brook offers extensive outreach programs to create awareness and Mental health, substance abuse, SANE Center: Peconic Bay
education to prevent alcohol and other drug abuse. sexual violence, health ed. services. Forensic medical exams, testing
Counseling and Psychological Services (CAPS) offers education, 108 Union • (631) 632-2748 and treatment. FREE OF CHARGE:
consultation and referral services for students struggling with substance stonybrook.edu/cpo If you do not have insurance, or if
you are afraid to use your insurance,
use, abuse and dependence. A licensed clinician will meet with you to answer
Student Health Services treatment and examinations are
your questions and offer support. Call (631) 632-6720 to speak to a counselor. Student Health Center, 1 Stadium Road provided free of charge.
CPO’s Red Watch Band (RWB) program is a comprehensive bystander Medical advice line, available 24/7, 1300 Roanoke Ave, Riverhead, NY
intervention program designed to provide students with the knowledge, (631) 632-6740, option 3 11901 • (631) 548-6000 (24/7)
stonybrook.edu/shs
skills and awareness to prevent death from toxic drinking when “every
Safe Horizon Rape and Sexual
second counts.” The primary component of the program is a four-hour Interfaith Center Assault Hotline
training session in which participants learn how to recognize alcohol Stony Brook Union • (631) 632-6565 (212) 227-3000 or
emergencies and respond effectively. All participants who complete the RWB sbinterfaith.org 1-866-689-HELP (4357)
training receive CPR certification. Visit stonybrook.edu/cpo to learn more.
Another serious drug issue is heroin. Heroin abuse has risen to This is a partial list of confidential resources. Please visit stonybrook.edu/titleix/resources
for a complete listing of all on-campus and off-campus resources.
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epidemic proportions in our country. Young people are at great risk for
heroin overdose. Heroin overdose is preventable. If you suspect someone
PEDESTRIAN SAFETY TIPS
is having an overdose, call 911 or (631) 632-3333 for help immediately;
you can save a life! Stony Brook’s emergency personnel are trained and
equipped to administer NARCAN, a life-saving drug that reverses an
opiate (heroin) overdose. WHAT PEDESTRIANS CAN DO
If you or someone you know is struggling with heroin or prescription • Do not use cell phones or other electronic devices while walking
opiate abuse, there is help. For more information, please contact Alcohol or crossing the street
and Other Drug Services at the Center for Prevention and Outreach at • Pay attention to your surroundings
(631) 632-6720, or Long Island’s Heroin Crisis Hotline at (516) 481-4000, • Use marked crosswalks and sidewalks when available
or the New York State Hotline at 1-877-8-HOPENY. • When walking at night, wear something reflective or carry a flashlight
The University’s Good Samaritan Policy encourages students to call
for help in an alcohol or other drug-related emergency. Students may be WHAT DRIVERS CAN DO
reluctant to seek medical attention for incidents related to alcohol/drug • Don’t text or talk while driving TRAFFIC
consumption due to a fear of potential consequences. Under this policy,
the student for whom assistance is sought and the bystander acting in
• Obey all posted traffic signs
• Slow down
SAFETY
IS NO
good faith who discloses to Stony Brook officials, may not be subjected ACCIDENT
• Watch for and yield to pedestrians
to University sanctions for violations of alcohol or drug policies.
• Come to a full stop at every STOP sign
Residence Hall Regulations
The offer of on-campus accommodations is extended only to full-time
matriculated students as a privilege and not a right. Occupancy in campus Bicycle/Skateboard Safety
housing is conditional upon acceptance by each student of a set of terms The use of bicycles and skateboards on
and regulations established by SBU through the Department of Campus campus has the potential to create an
Residences. In accordance with Chapter 416 of the Laws of 1988, the full unsafe environment and increases the risk
set of rights, responsibilities and regulations for residence hall living can be of individuals sustaining physical injuries.
found at .stonybrook.edu/commcms/studentaffairs/res/safety/policies. Skateboarding and cycling are permitted on
The University has the right, using established procedures, to suspend or campus for transportation purposes only.
withdraw accommodations, guest privileges or access to a campus residence If you are using a bicycle or skateboard to
to any person(s) for violation of these regulations, for health and safety get to and from your destination, please
reasons or for nonpayment of bills. In addition, the University can seek remember to follow some basic safety tips,
financial or other restitution for loss or damage to residence hall property.
such as:
• Wear a helmet
Campus Safety and Security • Use extreme caution
We’re very proud of our outstanding safety record. It takes the dedication • Do not use cell phones or other
of many hard-working professionals and the vigilance and awareness of the electronic devices
community to keep us all safe. You can find a list of all safety services at
stonybrook.edu/safety, but a review of services follows:
Visit stonybrook.edu/safety
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OUR CAMPUS COMMUNITY
University Police
1. University Police is the primary law enforcement authority for the Stony
Brook University campus and is an accredited law enforcement agency.
2. University Police offers various crime prevention programs designed
to minimize potential safety risks. Programs include Rape Aggression
In Case of Fire — Dial 911
Defense (RAD), Alcohol Awareness, NARCAN Training, Pedestrian Safety/ Fire Alarms
Distracted Driving, Self-Defense, CPR/First Aid, De-Escalation Training Whenever you hear a fire alarm, you must immediately exit the building and
and more. Visit stonybrook.edu/police for more programs. remain outside until the “All Clear” is given.
3. Motorists are strongly encouraged not to use electronic or cellular
devices while driving and to yield the right of way to pedestrians.
If the Fire Alarm Sounds or You Smell Smoke:
• Stay low and crawl to the door.
Violations of the campus speed limit will be enforced.
• Feel the door to see if it is hot.
4. University Police secures the north and south gates of the main • Kneel against the door and open it slightly.
campus during the hours of 11 pm until 6 am. Individuals who wish to • If there is smoke in the hall, stay low and crawl to the nearest exit.
enter campus with a vehicle during those hours must enter through the • Call University Police or activate the fire alarm.
main gate and present a Stony Brook University identification card. • Take your room key and close all doors behind you.
• Use the stairs. Do not use elevators.
Residential Safety Program and Walk Service
Volunteers with the Residential Safety Program (RSP) are available to Before Fire Strikes, Plan Ahead
Take a few moments to pre-plan your escape before a fire strikes.
safely escort students to and from classes or residence halls at night.
Write down your plan and share it with others.
You can request an escort by calling 2-WALK (9255) on any campus phone
• Know the location of at least two exits.
or (631) 632-WALK through a cell phone. You can also ask any residence • Know the location of fire alarm pull boxes.
hall desk monitor or RSP personnel for an escort. RSP phone lines are • Establish a buddy system for persons with disabilities.
active 24/7.
Fire Drills
Theft Prevention Investigations of fatal fire incidents have shown that the failure to take fire alarms
For those living on campus, always close and lock your door when you leave seriously and quickly evacuate the building have contributed to fire deaths
your room even if you are only going down the hall. Don’t prop open outside and serious injuries. Fire drills are conducted to familiarize building occupants with
procedures for quickly and safely evacuating the building during an emergency.
doors and don’t let people into your hall that you do not know or who do
not have proper ID. Be aware that many crimes are crimes of opportunity. Residence Hall Fire Safety
Don’t give anyone the chance to walk off with your valuables. Review and follow these fire safety tips:
For commuters, make sure your car is locked and valuables are out of sight. • Cooking is allowed in designated areas only…not in residence hall rooms.
• Halogen lamps, candles and combustible decorations are prohibited.
Critical Incident Management and Communication Information • Electrical appliances, such as toaster ovens, hot plates and space heaters,
Stony Brook University has a comprehensive Emergency Management Plan are prohibited.
and Critical Incident Management system that is utilized in the event of • Do not overload outlets or use extension cords. UL–approved power strips
campus, regional or national incidents. To receive messages, students with circuit breakers are permitted.
• Smoking is prohibited in ALL campus buildings.
should sign up by visiting stonybrook.edu/emergency/alerts/alerts.
Visit stonybrook.edu/ehs/fire
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Emergency Communications 2. An Emergency Management Team, including University Police Officers,
1. S
tony Brook has a communications plan for emergency responders to Fire Marshals, Building Managers, Safety Wardens and Residence Hall
ensure communications and interoperability with one another and with staff, responds to and evaluates emergency situations using the Incident
external agencies such as the Suffolk County Police and local fire Command System.
departments. Emergency information may be communicated to the 3. The University Police Department (UPD) — in partnership with
campus by way of our fire alarm systems, text messaging, email, the Suffolk County Police Department (SCPD); Suffolk County Fire,
website, social networking sites, campus televisions, radio station Rescue and Emergency Services; and local federal agencies — has
(WUSB 90.1 FM) and external media sources. reviewed critical incident response plans and provided training to all UPD
2. S
B Alert: This communication tool quickly notifies students, faculty Officers. The training includes responding to the “active shooter,” annual
and staff in the event of a major emergency, such as a hurricane, firearms training, dealing with emotionally disturbed persons, and critical
snowstorm or fire. New students are required to sign up and may choose incident response, among other topics.
to receive alerts as emails, text messages or voice mail. 4. Our University Fire Marshals operate to provide fire safety coverage around
To sign up for alerts, visit stonybrook.edu/emergency/alerts/alerts. the clock (24/7). Fire Marshals are highly trained for response to fires, fire
3. SB Guardian: This mobile emergency communication system allows alarms, hazardous material incidents, technical rescues and other
students to reach University Police quickly during an emergency emergencies. They work closely with local volunteer fire departments,
or when needing assistance. Known as the “blue light phone in your facilitating the response to and recovery from emergency situations.
pocket,” the SB Guardian system allows the user to register
information that is automatically sent to University Police when Your NetID Credentials
using his or her registered mobile device. To register for the system, Your NetID credentials are how you access Wi-Fi, your SBU Google Apps
please visit stonybrook.edu/emergency/alerts/guardian. for Education account, Blackboard, Computer Labs, Library Database,
4. Campus Outdoor Siren: An outdoor siren system alerts the campus Print Quota and other SBU-provided systems. Students can find their
community during times when there may be an imminent safety threat. NetID username and create their NetID Password by
To hear a sample of the siren (which is different from fire/police sirens), selecting “NetID Maintenance” on SOLAR. Once your NetID is set up,
visit stonybrook.edu/emergency and click on “Procedures.” https://mypasswords.stonybrook.edu can be used to change your NetID
5. Digital Signage: Digital signage is installed in large assembly areas password/passphrase: Only change your passphrase when you have time
in campus buildings. The LCD displays can be centrally controlled by to update it on your various devices. Students who share their
University Police during times when there may be a safety threat. credentials with others are held accountable for all activity that
6. Voice-Capable Fire Alarm Systems: Fire alarm systems on campus in happens with their account. Visit P109 guidelines for all IT related policies:
many areas have voice capability to allow evacuation instructions and https://it.stonybrook.edu/policies/p109.
other emergency message broadcasting.
Email Policy
Emergency Management and Response All students are required to check their Stony Brook Google Apps
tony Brook University has a comprehensive Emergency Management
1. S for Education email account on a regular basis. Your SB Gmail account
(All Hazards) Plan that establishes the policy, procedures and can be checked from any device or you may forward your email to
organizational structure to respond, control and recover from any other account you choose. For the full policy, visit
emergency situations, using the National Incident Management it.stonybrook.edu/policies/d106.
System (NIMS).
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