Student Orientation and Family Programs Staff

Jason Mastrogiovanni

Jason Mastrogiovanni
Director 
Email: Jason.Mastrogiovanni@stonybrook.edu 
Jason joined the Student Orientation and Family Programs office in 2011 after four years as the Assistant Director of the Undergraduate Colleges at Stony Brook University. As the Assistant Director of the Undergraduate Colleges, he chaired the 101 curriculum and Undergraduate College Commons Day committee, edited the 101 textbook (Your First Year at Stony Brook University), oversaw the curricular development and management of the Fellows (peer mentor) and college internship programs, and worked very closely with Student Orientation and Family Programs in the planning and implementation of freshmen orientation and opening of school.

He received his Masters of Science in Music Education from Central Connecticut State University with a thesis Enhancing Student Learning in Undergraduate Music Education through Learning Communities. He received a Bachelor of Music in Music Education from the University of Florida. Prior to work at Stony Brook, Jason's prior work includes experience in residence life, academic advising, student group advising, event programming, and teaching. 
Annette Staebler Annette Staebler
Assistant Director for Operations
Email: Annette.Staebler@stonybrook.edu 
I have worked for New York State since 1989 and came to the University in February 1996. That is when I started here in the Academic Advising Center. I was the Staff Assistant for the Center. In June of 2001 I began working full time in the Orientation and Family Programs Office as the Office Manager. I also teach the First-Year Seminar, serve as a mentor in the Mentor Program, and am an advisor for the Golden Key International Honor Society.
Regina Marshall Regina Marshall
Assistant Director for Student Development
Email: Regina.Marshall@stonybrook.edu 
I joined the office of Student Orientation and Family Programs in 2009. Prior to coming to Stony Brook, I worked at Rutgers University in the areas of orientation and new student programs. I completed my B.S. in Human Services, Education, and Public Policy at the University of Delaware and my M.Ed. in College Student Affairs at Penn State. I love working with new students and Orientation Leaders and look forward to seeing you at orientation!
Mawii Ralte Mawii Ralte
Assistant Director for Special Populations
Email: Zorammawii.Ralte@stonybrook.edu
A proud Stony Brook alum, I attended SBU as an international undergraduate student and earned my BA in Psychology with a minor in International Studies and continued at SBU to obtain my MA in Public Policy. I am originally from Mizoram, India, and believe I bring a unique perspective as I have lived and studied in Shanghai, China; Nairobi, Kenya; New Delhi, India; and Virginia, USA. I have had the pleasure of working with the Student Orientation & Family Programs Office in various capacities since 2007, and I am truly excited to join the office in this new role. I look forward to welcoming you along with your family and guests at orientation!
 

Kate Patestas
Graduate Assistant
Email: Kate.Patestas@stonybrook.edu
I completed my Bachelor of Arts in Sociology and Minor in Business at Stony Brook University in January 2012 and I am currently enrolled in the Masters of Business Administration program. Throughout my time here, I have held numerous leadership roles on campus including being part of the Undergraduate Student Government and an Orientation Leader since January 2010. Stony Brook University has shaped me into who I am today. I believe that my deep connection with Stony Brook and our office allows me to provide a wide range of information to incoming students and their families.  I feel I am able to relate to students as I still am one myself.   We all work very hard to make sure that you have a wonderful experience during your time here. I hope you have a fantastic journey!