Stony Brook University’s Pollinator Garden

Department
Campus Operations & Maintenance (COM)

Overview
The 2026 Pollinator Garden created a native pollinator landscape at Stony Brook University as a living tribute commemorating President Goldsmith’s inauguration. Designed as a permanent and evolving space, the garden transformed an underutilized area into a vibrant habitat that supports pollinators while inviting ongoing participation from the campus community.

Key Highlights

• Transformed the raised garden bed in front of the Student Activities Center into a native pollinator garden
• Prioritized native and locally sourced plants to support biodiversity and sustainability
• Designed staggered bloom cycles to provide continuous seasonal forage for pollinators
• Aligned with and amplified the university’s Bee Campus USA certification

Impact
The pollinator garden enhanced campus life while reinforcing the university’s commitment to environmental stewardship. It created hands-on learning opportunities for students, a research and instructional resource for faculty, and a shared point of pride for staff and visitors. Beyond campus, the garden contributes to local ecological health by supporting bees, butterflies, and other pollinators critical to resilient ecosystems.

Project Completed Spring 2026

Project Contacts

Lauren Candela – Director of Communications for Finance & Administration | lauren.candela@stonybrook.edu