Congratulations! Your child is now a Stony Brook Seawolf! As you prepare to send him or her off to college, and to live in the residence halls, please keep in mind a few important tips to make the transition for your student (and you!) a little more easier:
There are many items that are prohibited from the residence halls. Please ask your student to review the Student Conduct Code to check what items are not allowed. You can also find prohibited items under the link “Things to Bring”
All incoming freshmen will have two other roommates. If your student is going away from home for the first time, discuss with them the importance of compromise and the implications of living with two other people. Also, it would be prudent not to bring an excess of belongings since space is limited in the rooms.
Ask your student to familiarize themselves with the resources available on campus. The university offers many different opportunities that students can take advantage of. You can find information to all the resources and offices at www.stonybrook.edu
Sometimes, students are unaware of where to get answers for certain questions. If they are unsure of who to contact, it is always best to either ask their Resident Assistant (RA) on the floor, or ask the Resident Hall Director (RHD) of the building they are living in. The residence hall staff can always point students in the right direction.
Finally, we understand that it is difficult to get used to your child not living at home anymore. However, growing up and doing things independently is part of the whole experience of going away to college. Students are in good hands at Stony Brook, and we strive to create an environment where students are challenged to think independently but feel supported by their community.
If you or your son/daughter have any questions or concerns, please feel free to contact Campus Residences at 631-632-6750 or email reside@notes.cc.sunysb.edu.
We look forward to seeing you in August!
The key to any successful
living situation is communication. Students are encouraged to have
honest discussions with one another to help get their living situation off
to a good start! We hope that this guide will help roommates and suitemates
learn ways to break the ice and open lines of communication which are
crucial for a positive living environment. Remember that this is a new
experience for everyone, so if you are excited or nervous – chances are that
your roommate feels the same way! Examine yourself and your own habits, and
assess your living preferences – compromise and understanding are essential
to a healthy living situation. Remember to always communicate openly,
directly, and immediately as issues arise — each roommate owes the other the
courtesy of speaking to him/her first. If you need help there are a wealth
of staff members in your residence hall always willing to assist. Please use
this guide to get to know one another and establish a shared living space
that everyone will enjoy!
ROOMMATE GUIDE
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