Sponsorships
Stony Brook University's Division of Student Affairs eagerly seeks to partner with local and regional companies and organizations. There are multiple opportunities for your company to get involved with the amazing things that Student Affairs is doing for its students. We offer three tiers of engagement: Marquee, Major, and Unique. Our Marquee events draw the largest crowds and garner the most attention. Our Major events offer a mid-sized platform for impactful visibility, and our Unique events promise intimate settings for meaningful connections. By partnering with the Division of Student Affairs, numerous avenues exist for your company to engage with our diverse and vibrant community. If you would like to chat with someone from our team please email Nicole Morris the Assistant Director of Development for Student Affairs at Nicole.A.Morris@stonybrook.edu.
Marquee Events
Event Name |
Description |
| Brookfest Annual Concert | April Undergraduate Student Government's Annual Concert brings the world's top artists right to Stony Brook’s Campus for a spectacular show! In the past, USG has brought artists like Bruno Mars, Childish Gambino, Future, 21 Savage, The Rolling Stones, and other notable artists. Approximate number of attendees: 4,200+ |
| Earthstock | April Earthstock is a week-long celebration of the Earth, sustainability and wildlife preservation efforts! We host a multitude of events, from an opening Keynote speaker with research presentations to career panels and walks through our Ashley Schiff Preserve and local beach cleanups. We culminate our efforts on the annual Earthstock Festival on the Friday of the week, with over 100 vendors/ departments/ student groups tabling, performances, a live band, and many interactive pieces. Approximate number of attendees: 4,000+ |
| New Seawolves Welcome Week |
August New Seawolf Welcome Week focuses on getting acclimated to the University climate, culture, and community. In preparation for the first day of classes, students will have formal orientation activities and events to encourage and foster engagement. Some yearly events are an on-campus Roller Rink, Convocation, carnival, and Wolfie’s Welcome pep rally. Approximate number of attendees: 3,000+ |
| Roth Regatta |
April A 30+ year old annual SBU tradition where boats made out of cardboard, duct tape and paint race across Roth Pond. A large scale event that involves the entire campus and the local community for our all day event. Approximate number of attendees: 5,000+ |
| Seawolves Showcase (Homecoming) |
October Seawolves Showcase is a favorite tradition among students and alumni featuring 20+ performance groups who light up the stage with pure talent. Approximate number of attendees: 3,000+ |
| Wolfieland |
August Undergraduate Student Government's annual Wolfieland Carnival attracts more than 6,000 undergraduate students, graduate students, alumni, faculty, and off-campus guests. With rides, inflatables, games, prizes, stage fanfare, food trucks, and more this carnival is a huge draw for the Stony Brook community right at the beginning of the year. Approximate number of attendees: 6,000+ |
Major Events
| Event Name | Description |
| Annual Spirit of Stony Brook Varsity Band Spring Concert | April This annual two-hour show is a Vegas-style variety show with rock concert lighting and is one of the largest campus spirit events. Approximate number of attendees: 750+ |
| Fall Club/Organization Involvement Fairs | September The Involvement Fairs occur every semester garnering thousands of students connecting with our over 400 clubs on campus. At these events, students learn about and connect with the multiple ways that our student life has to offer, creating community and connections through many organizations ranging from academic, recreational, cultural and leisure activities, just to name a few! Approximate number of attendees: 2,000+ |
| Shirley Strum Kenny Arts Festival |
April The SSK Arts Festival is our annual celebration of arts, humanities and music! We host an opening ceremony and a robust street fair with performances, tabling and more! All through the month of April we advertise our arts and culture events, with events such as SBIdol and Dancing with the Wolves. Approximate number of attendees: 300+ |
| Spooky Brook |
October Spooky Brook is our annual Halloween event that we host in collaboration with the Undergraduate Student Government. The event includes some Spooktacular events for our students from movies, live shows, crafts, treats, and even a haunted house! Approximate number of attendees: 600+ |
Unique Events
| Event Name | Description |
| Family Weekend | September Family Weekend is a fun-filled three-day weekend, with plenty of opportunities for families to experience campus life with their students. Including rooting for the Seawolves in a home football game, participating in a cooking class, or an evening show at our on-campus Staller Center for The Arts, and much more! Approximate number of attendees: 350+ |
| SB Duck Race | April The Duck Race is an annual tradition at Earthstock that sees over 200 enthusiastic people. Ducks are “adopted” at 5 dollars a duck, and then are released at the "Brook" on campus. The Duck Race is a highly attended event, and holds its own as an Earthstock staple event. There is always a prize for the 1st and final duck to cross the finish line. Approximate number of attendees: 250+ |
| SHEroes | March The annual Not All SHEroes Wear Capes event is an incredible opportunity for female Stony Brook students to connect with and be inspired by female leaders across all industries. Creating empowered female leaders providing opportunities to students at companies and organizations who value diversity is the core mission for this event. Students leave this event feeling confident that they are prepared to start their careers and become SHEroes themselves in the future. Approximate number of attendees: 150+ |
| Stony Brook DJ Showcase | May & September The DJ showcase at Stony Brook University is a vibrant celebration of musical diversity, spotlighting the eclectic talents of the university's DJs. This event serves as a platform to champion various music genres, allowing each DJ to unveil their distinctive style and sound. From pulsating beats of EDM to the soulful rhythms of jazz and everything in between, the showcase embodies the university's commitment to embracing musical diversity. By providing a stage for these DJs, Stony Brook fosters a community that appreciates and promotes the richness of diverse musical expressions. Approximate number of attendees: 250+ |