Our bold ambitions are represented by our goals:
ASPIRE 2035
'A' for accelerating discovery to solve humanity's greatest challenges
Stony Brook is advancing knowledge to solve complex, global challenges and generate impact through evidence-driven inquiry.
'S' for setting a new standard for educational excellence, access, and student success
Stony Brook is expanding access to a transformative education and creating opportunities for every student to learn and thrive.
'P' for propelling Stony Brook to a position of visionary global leadership
Stony Brook is serving as a thought leader and the place people turn to for action-oriented solutions that benefit our region and the world.
'I' for igniting regional prosperity by expanding Stony Brook's footprint from Manhattan to Montauk and beyond
Stony Brook is driving economic and technological growth, catalyzing innovation and entrepreneurship, and serving as the primary economic, social, and cultural engine for Long Island.
'R' for reimagining medicine, health, and wellness for all with accessible, affordable, and compassionate healthcare
Stony Brook is transforming healthcare research and advancing accessible, affordable, compassionate, patient centered care.
'E' for enabling the foundations for our success
Stony Brook is investing in the people, infrastructure and resources that make every ambition possible.
Crafting A Shared Vision for Stony Brook University
A Bold Future
President Goldsmith's tenure begins with a focus on setting a bold vision for Stony Brook's future.
State of the University
President Goldsmith delivers her first State of the University address and shares the key pillars of her strategic vision.
Shared Vision
President Goldsmith invites the university community to contribute to the shared vision.
Campus Town Hall
A cross-campus town hall draws nearly 100 participants who contributed their ideas to the design of a shared vision.
Virtual Town Hall
A virtual town hall draws nearly 200 participants.
University Engagement
Conducted a comprehensive university engagement effort, collecting feedback through town halls, focused planning sessions, University Senate ad hoc committees, website submissions, and meetings with students, faculty, staff, alumni, the Stony Brook Foundation Board, and Stony Brook Council.
ASPIRE Unveiled
President Goldsmith unveils ASPIRE as part of her investiture address.
Strategic Planning
Actions, tactics, and implementation plans are refined.
Save the Date!
President Goldsmith will introduce additional details of the strategic plan in her second annual State of the University address.
What Do You Think?
Share your thoughts with the President on the future of Stony Brook University