Undergraduate College Fellows Program

The Undergraduate Colleges provide an opportunity for motivated emerging leaders to become Undergraduate College Fellows and serve as peer mentors in their second year. Upon acceptance into the program, prospective Fellows enroll in the Undergraduate College Fellows Seminar during the spring semester of their first year. Following completion of the seminar, students are fully recognized as Undergraduate College Fellows and participate in welcoming the next class of first-year students at New Student Welcome Week and in the First-Year Seminars. Fellows serve as Teaching Assistants for the First-Year Seminar, SBU 101, and are required to register for a Fall Teaching Practicum.

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Why become an Undergraduate College Fellow?
• Be a member of an exciting leadership opportunity on campus
• Represent the student perspective in your Undergraduate College
• Work in a small community with other active students
• Work closely with faculty and staff to plan events in your Undergraduate College
• Become a mentor for next year’s incoming first-year students
• Receive training in teaching and learning concepts to become a Teaching Assistant for SBU 101 and SBU 102 courses
• Earn Stony Brook course credit for participating in the program

Want to learn more?

Interest Meetings Taking place soon!

• Monday, October 21st, 11am-12pm, Union 111-43

• Wednesday, October 30th, 12:30pm-1:30pm, Union 111-43

• Friday, November 1st, 1pm-2pm, Union 111-43

• Tuesday, November 5th, 3:30pm-4:30pm, Union 111-43

• Thursday, November 7th, 1pm-2pm, SAC 302

Learn more about the College Fellows position, talk with current Fellows, and get all of your questions answered. 

Testimonials from Former Fellows

Maciej Adamczyk

Being a fellow meant so much to me--not only did it teach me so much about Stony Brook and about my own strengths and weaknesses, but working with my instructor and helping run SBU 101 also gave me a lot of confidence in myself, confidence which has stuck with and helped me ever since. And, of course, it's a great opportunity to help your fellow students, and to help make campus a better place.

Aaliyah Barden

As I wrap up my time as an undergraduate student here at Stony Brook I often reflect on the fellow's program. I came to campus very scared and nervous about making friends, personal life, schoolwork, and how my professors would perceive me. When I had taken the SBU 101 class it was my stress relief of the week. My fellow at the time Rebecca had inspired me to become a fellow, she was exceedingly kind to the class, and it looked like something that I would love to do. When I officially became a fellow, I found myself being so much happier in my undergraduate life. I was able to help the first-year students and transfers get adjusted to this beautiful campus and the busy college life. My instructor taught me and the students more about inclusivity, intersectionality and overall, how to become a better person. They are also why I am now curious about teaching as she was an amazing advisor, mentor, and instructor to the class and me! I am so happy to be a forever fellow.

Ruthvick Bandaru

Being a fellow has been one of the most rewarding experiences in my life. As an International student, I always assumed I would have a hard time connecting with people because of the cultural/accent differences. However, after being a fellow, meeting so many people, this perspective has completely shifted. The whole experience made me step out of my comfort zone and has taught me a lot of leadership skills. Surprisingly, the skills you learn while being a fellow literally stick with you forever, the number of times they have helped me help someone/myself are countless. On top of all that, you get to meet such great people and become part of this family, the saying goes, once a fellow, forever a fellow! The advisors along with the colleges really mean that! There is something beautiful about being with like-minded people and sharing experiences. I hold pride in being a fellow and have been one for 3 semesters in a row now. Good luck, you're in the right place!

Elizabeth Musi

My experience as a fellow for the undergraduate colleges at Stony Brook helped to give me insight into my future career as a teacher. I was able to gain classroom management skills, and learn how to engage students in a lesson.

Jack Lupfer

I can honestly say that getting involved with, and becoming an Undergraduate College Fellow has shaped me into the student, individual, person, and leader that I am today. Furthermore, I can confidently say to all of you, that becoming a Fellow will equally be one of the best decisions that you make throughout your time here!

Michael Itzkin

My 101 instructor David Iboy and my Fellow, Jules came to me with the suggestion of applying to become a fellow. Fast forward to the end of the semester and I got selected. “They must have made a mistake somewhere… me? Come on.” Despite this bit of doubt I went with it, and it turned out to be, all clichés aside, one of the most amazing things that ever happened to me. Being a Fellow doesn't so much change you as it does magnify a part of your character that was always there but not visible. Even in my SBU 275 class, I was unsure of myself and what I was doing or even if I deserved this position, but we all get picked for a reason. For me, I discovered this in the fall as I TA’d for my 101 class.