Professional Training/Development Request for Funding
Overview: Within the University’s strategic plan, a key objective of ‘Reimagining the Way We Work’ includes Growing and Recognizing Our People … specifically, fostering a culture
of innovation and performance excellence, expanding professional development opportunities,
and creating capacity for our staff and faculty to thrive.
Finance & Administration has been approved for a fiscal amount of state dollars specifically
designated for professional growth opportunities within VP15 areas. If there is a conference you would like to attend, a training course, a certification,
a class, etc. these dollars can be used to support your professional development.
Please review the steps to apply, below.
Guidelines for Funding Requests:
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- Minimum request amount: $1,000 or more
- Approval requirement: All funding requests must be approved by the Vice President of the requestor’s area
- Submission process: Complete all required information in the form linked below related to your funding request. Once submitted, and you have received a copy of your submission, forward the email to your area's Divisional Business Coordinator (DBC).
| Area | DBC email |
|---|---|
| Budget, Financial Planning & Analysis | erica.lawler@stonybrook.edu |
| Facilities & Services: Campus Planning, Design & Construction and VP for F&S | jennifer.coggin@stonybrook.edu |
| Facilities & Services: Campus Operations & Maintenance | nancy.smith@stonybrook.edu |
| DoIT | martin.tessler@stonybrook.edu |
| Enterprise Risk Management | maryann.areostatico@stonybrook.edu |
| Finance: Controller's Office, Procurement, Compliance | erica.lawler@stonybrook.edu |
| Human Resource Services |
krista.tepedino@stonybrook.edu |
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- Eligibility: Requests should be for professional development activities that directly contribute to the enhancement of skills and knowledge relevant to your area and the Division of Finance & Administration. As you finalize your funding application, please ensure that your professional development request aligns with the goals of Finance and Administration. By adhering to these guidelines and criteria, departments can ensure a smooth and effective process for securing funding to support valuable professional development opportunities.