Finance & Administration

 

Who We Are

The Finance & Administration Alliance for Culture, Diversity & Inclusion at Stony Brook University, founded in 2021, aspires to cultivate a transformative environment. We aim to foster an inclusive community that values and empowers everyone to thrive, while promoting dialogue, a sense of belonging, and celebrating our values and differences. If you are interested in joining our efforts, or have a question for us, please email fa_alliance@stonybrook.edu.

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Our Goals

  1. Create a welcoming and inclusive work environment where individuals from all backgrounds feel valued, respected, and empowered to contribute their unique perspectives. Encourage open dialogue, active listening, and the recognition of diverse voices and experiences.
  2. Organize events and activities that celebrate diverse identities, cultures, and experiences. Recognize and honor individuals and teams that exemplify inclusive behaviors and contribute to a diverse and equitable workplace.
  3. Encourage collaboration and engagement among staff, faculty, students, and our external partners to build strategic alliances and amplify efforts towards diversity, equity, and inclusion across the University. Engage the broader University community through events, forums, and initiatives that foster both dialogue and action.
  4. Provide ongoing education, training, and professional development opportunities to enhance cultural competence and awareness among staff, enabling them to contribute and champion an inclusive work environment.
  5. Organize events where we have respect for each other and a sense of belonging within the department. 
  6. Regularly evaluate the effectiveness of initiatives, collect feedback, and adjust strategies as needed.

Our Pillars

Culture

Embrace and celebrate the diversity of identities, backgrounds, and cultures, fostering an environment that appreciates and leverages the unique strengths and talents brought by each individual.

Engagement

Create and sustain an inclusive community where every individual feels valued, welcomed, and empowered to succeed.

Education

Raise awareness and understanding of diversity, equity, and inclusion issues through educational initiatives, workshops, training programs, and other resources.

Members

Chair Members

  • Lorre Cahill, Lauren Candela, Jacqueline Castaldo, Melissa Hogarty, Rachael Redhead and Krista Tepedino.

Culture Committee

  • Leaders: Maria Bracco from the Office of Procurement and Victoria James from Budget, Financial Planning & Analysis
  • Members: Sarah Campbell, Joseph Caponegro, Jackie Castaldo, Alyssa Greene, Roxana Lima, Carmen Marino, Alexis Marisi, Karla Mason-Morrison, Joessie Mathews, Jaya Patil, Rachael Redhead, Kristin Strecker-Kellog and Rich von Rauchhaupt

Engagement Committee

  • Leaders: Rich von Rauchhaupt from DoIT and Lauren Beltrami from Finance & Administration
  • Members: Sarah Campbell, Lauren Candela, Rachel Cavanagh, Cathrine Duffy, Alyssa Greene, Erica Lawler, Samantha Martinez, and Krista Tepedino

Education Committee

  • Leaders: Joessie Mathews from Human Resource Services and Michael Ospitale from DoIT
  • Members: Lorre Cahill, Monique Fredericks, Nichole Gladky, Melissa Hogarty, Victoria James, Hina Kausar, Alexis Marisi, Karla Mason-Morrison, Jaya Patil, Cathy Ribando and Dawn Smallwood