About Us

Accessibility

The Stony Brook University Libraries are committed to providing an equitable experience for all users. Please let us know if you require assistance using the libraries. If you have questions about the University Libraries’ services and equipment, please contact Jennifer DeVito at jennifer.a.devito@stonybrook.edu or 631.632.9731.   The Student Accessibility Support Center

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Instruction

Library Instruction Sessions The Stony Brook University Libraries instruction program nurtures and develops critical thinking skills for the university community, skills that are applicable inside and outside the academic environment. We create and sustain best practices in assessment, pedagogy, and emerging technologies that elevate our services and enhance information literacy.

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Ask a Librarian

We’re here to help with your research Get online research help — click the ‘Ask Us’ button on the header of every library webpage, or reach out using the options below. Chat Hours: Mon – Fri, 9:00 am – 5:00 pm (Except holidays) Meet with a Librarian Our librarians can

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Southampton Library Hosts Writers Conference Registration

Libraries, especially academic libraries, are known for being quiet spaces where students can find their favorite study spot and curl up with their assigned reading. The occasional outburst greeted with a stern warning from the Student Assistant covering the front desk and the noise coming from groups collaborating on their

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View Study Rooms

North Reading Room , 1st Floor Room NG1-A 4 seats • Monitor Room NG1-B 6 seats • Dual Monitors Room NG1-C 6 seats • Dual Monitors Room NG1-D 5 seats • Round Table Room NG1-E 6 seats • Dual Monitors Room NG1-F 5 seats • Monitor North Reading Room, 2nd

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A Message From the Dean of Libraries

Dear All, Couple of days ago, a horrific massacre took place in Florida, where dozens of innocent people died. Such act of violence, is a reminder that regardless of race, religion, faith or sexual orientation, we all citizens of humanity and we need to be looking after each other and

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All Staff Retreat – Strategic Design Progress Update 2016

On Tuesday June 14th, all University Libraries staff members retreated to the Wang Center for a day-long event detailing department progress updates on the library’s strategic planning goals and accomplishments for 2015-16. Department heads were invited to share brief summaries of various events, workshops, and implementations they’ve achieved over the past year

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Jay Levenson awarded Presidential Mini Grant

Jay Levenson, an Interlibrary Loan clerk in the Access Services department at the Stony Brook University Libraries, is the recipient of a Presidential Mini Grant for the Departmental Diversity Initiative for his proposal to develop programming on Native American heritage! Jay’s proposal includes designing an online video game that will educate

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Renovation Updates

The North Reading Room is open to students this summer. Central Reading Room has closed for the summer and will reopen in Fall Semester 2016.  [metaslider id=11562] Current Developments   July-September, 2016: Electrical work, flooring, and furniture installation in Central Reading Room.   May-July, 2016: Flooring removal, painting, and infrastructure

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