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To The Incoming Stony Brook University Freshman, Here Are 25 Resources To Take Advantage Of

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Andrew Padovano

Jul 15, 2020

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To The Incoming Stony Brook University Freshman, Here Are 25 Resources To Take Advantage Of

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As a freshman or transfer student, beginning your journey at Stony Brook University can be overwhelming. However, once you get adjusted to your schedule, the buildings, and when events are happening, the experience will be rewarding. While you're taking classes and having fun, be sure to check out the resources that are offered on campus to gain an advantage and jump start your future endeavors. Here are the benefits that freshman students need to check out during their first year at Stony Brook University.

1. Academic and Transfer Advising Services

https://www.stonybrook.edu/commcms/advising/_apa/index.php

This staff communicates with undergraduate students and helps them with academic advising, and requirements for graduation. Do not hesitate to ask questions if you need assistance with your schedule or other academic issues.

2. Career Center

https://www.stonybrook.edu/commcms/career-center/index.php

The Career Center gives advice and informs students about career advancement, job opportunities, and internships. They will review resumes, assist with finding employers, and prepare students during their job search.

3. Center for Prevention and Outreach

https://www.stonybrook.edu/commcms/studentaffairs/cpo/

This office is where students can obtain the information about health choices, suicide prevention, and domestic abuse. If you get trained in all three bystander intervention training's before graduating, you will receive the UpStander Award.

4. The Office of Commuter Services and Off-Campus Living

https://news.stonybrook.edu/oncampus/commuter-student-services-off-campus-living-combine-to-help-students-succeed-2/

This office is beneficial for commuter students. It provides students that live off campus, the support to ensure success.

5. Counseling and Psychological Services

https://news.stonybrook.edu/oncampus/taking-the-mystery-out-of-caps/

This is where students should visit if they ever have academic or personal issues and need to speak with someone. The staff is friendly and open to discussions in order to help you overcome any stress and develop a positive mindset.

6. Student Accessibility Support Center

https://news.stonybrook.edu/student-spotlight/ace-program-provides-safety-net-for-new-students-with-disabilities/

Students with a disability will find the support they need to feel safe while having a fun learning experience on campus.

7. Office of Financial Aid and Scholarship Services

https://www.facebook.com/sbufinancialaid/

If you need help with financial aid applications, tuition bills, status updates or any other questions, this is the place to go.

8. Student Health Services

https://www.stonybrookgso.org/new-page-2

Medical assistance, questions about health, and information regarding student's well being can be found at this location.

9. Undergraduate Colleges

https://www.facebook.com/collegefellows/

Information transfer students and freshman need on programs, advising, and contacting faculty members are offered here.

10. University Police

https://www.stonybrook.edu/commcms/police/safety/stop_the_bleed

Students will feel safer on campus knowing that the university police are available to serve and protect. They make sure that students get to their dorms safely, maintain rules and regulations at university events, and promote responsibility.

11. Veteran Affairs

https://news.stonybrook.edu/facultystaff/office-of-veterans-affairs-brings-the-murph-challenge-to-sbu/

For students that have fought in the military (thank you for your service) this is the office gives the support those veterans, their families, and other service members deserve including educational opportunities, work-study, and other benefits.

12. Visa and Immigration Services

https://www.stonybrook.edu/commcms/iaps/_articles/2017/03/spotlight-on-vis

International students will get the information they need concerning employment, immigration, and filling out tax forms.

13. Office of the Registrar

https://www.stonybrook.edu/undergraduate-admissions/visit/directions-and-parking/

Students can declare a major, get a transcript, find information on classes being offered and more at this location.

14. Commuter Student Association

https://www.facebook.com/StonyBrookCSA/

Students that want information on events and would like to participate in activities while making new friends, this is the group to join. CSA offers leadership skills, knowledge, and delicious food during their weekly general body meetings.

15. Women in Science & Engineering

https://www.facebook.com/wisesbuceas/

This is the program for female students majoring in the engineering or science fields, offering advising and opportunities.

16. The Office of Multicultural Affairs

https://www.stonybrook.edu/commcms/studentaffairs/oma/uniti/

This location on campus offers programs for students to learn and celebrate diversity within SBU. Events and opportunities are also provided, giving an inclusion for all students with different majors and backgrounds.

17. Stony Brook Instructional Computer Network (SINC Sites)

https://it.stonybrook.edu/services/sinc-sites/melville-library-sinc-site

These are computer labs that feature Windows and Mac computers for students. They also offer printing and access to academic software programs. For technical assistance, there are specialists that are willing to answer your questions.

18. Blackboard

https://www.stonybrook.edu/commcms/online-education/how-it-works/

This is an online learning management system or LSM for students to access course materials for classes. The syllabus, documents, assignments, notes, discussion threads, online quizzes and exams are organized here. It is used occasionally.

19. College of Arts and Sciences

https://www.facebook.com/SBUArtsSciences/

These departments offer advising to students majoring in any science field or the fine arts. They need to contact their Undergraduate Program Director to answer questions and declare a major.

20. The College of Engineering or Applied Sciences (CEAS) Undergraduate Student Office

https://www.stonybrook.edu/commcms/ceas/news/2018/october/Gateway_to_Engineering.php

Any student who is majoring in engineering or science has to stop by this office. They offer scholarship opportunities, tutoring, and help students connect with the career center to assist with finding possible jobs or internships.

21. The College of Business

https://it.stonybrook.edu/services/sinc-sites/harriman-hall-sinc-site

This is the advising center for students majoring or minoring in business, financing, accounting or marketing. They will help with choosing the right program based on your interests and the application process.

22. Health Sciences Programs

https://renaissance.stonybrookmedicine.edu/hscdiversity/PACE

Any student who is studying nursing, health technology or social welfare should visit to speak with one of the advisers here for any help regarding their major.

23. School of Journalism

https://www.sbstatesman.com/2020/03/15/school-of-journalism-updates-students-as-sbu-goes-remote/

The students majoring or minoring in journalism will find assistance here with programs, advising, and more.

24. Sustainability Studies

https://news.stonybrook.edu/facultystaff/sustainability-studies-faculty-receive-nsf-grant-2/

These programs offer five majors and six minors. For more information, undergraduates meet with the faculty director.

25. Honors College

https://www.stonybrook.edu/commcms/honors-college/about/what-is-the-honors-college.html

For those who become honor students during any semester at Stony Brook, this place offers academic advice.

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Do not miss these opportunities.

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2. Career Center

3. Center for Prevention and Outreach

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5. Counseling and Psychological Services

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7. Office of Financial Aid and Scholarship Services

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The Best Lines from the Fab Four

And in the end, the love you take is equal to the love you make

The sun is up, the sky is blue, it's beautiful and so are you

Love is old, love is new, love is all, love is you

There's nowhere you can be that isn't where you're meant to be

Life is very short, and there's no time for fussing and fighting, my friend

He say, "I know you, you know me", One thing I can tell you is you got to be free

Oh please, say to me, You'll let me be your man. And please say to me, You'll let me hold your hand

It was twenty years ago today, Sgt. Pepper taught the band to play. They've been going in and out of style, but they're guaranteed to raise a smile

Living is easy with eyes closed, misunderstanding all you see

Can you hear me? When it rains and shine, it's just a state of mind

Little darling, it's been long cold lonely winter. Little darling, it feels like years since it' s been here. Here comes the sun, Here comes the sun, and I say it's alright

We danced through the night and we held each other tight, and before too long I fell in love with her. Now, I'll never dance with another when I saw her standing there

I love you, I love you, I love you, that's all I want to say

You say you want a revolution. Well you know, we all want to change the world

All the lonely people, where do they all come from. All the lonely people, where do they all belong

Oh, I get by with a little help from my friends

Hey Jude, don't make it bad. Take a sad song and make it better

Yesterday, all my troubles seemed so far away. Now it looks as though they're here to stay. Oh, I believe in yesterday

And when the brokenhearted people, living in the world agree, there will be an answer, let it be.

And anytime you feel the pain, Hey Jude, refrain. Don't carry the world upon your shoulders

I'll give you all I got to give if you say you'll love me too. I may not have a lot to give but what I got I'll give to you. I don't care too much for money. Money can't buy me love

All you need is love, love is all you need

Whisper words of wisdom, let it be

Blackbird singing in the dead of night, Take these broken wings and learn to fly. All your life, You were only waiting for this moment to arise

Though I know I'll never lose affection, for people and things that went before. I know I'll often stop and think about them. In my life, I love you more

Obviously the best superpower.

There have been many lessons learned.

1. The importance of traditions.

2. How to be thankful for family and friends.

3. How to give back.

4. What the word "community" really means.

5. That it isn't about the destination, but the journey.

6. The consequences of making bad choices.

7. To trust people, until you have a reason not to.

8. To be welcoming and accepting of everyone.

9. How to be my own, individual person.

10. How to work for what I want.

11. How to be great at giving directions.

12. How to be humble.

13. To be well-rounded.

14. How to be great at conflict resolution.

15. The beauty of getting outside and exploring.

16. To be prepared for anything.

17. That you don't always have to do it alone.

18. How to be creative.

19. To brush off gossip.

I have never been so thankful to know you.

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