The Latin American and Caribbean Studies Center (LACC) has opportunities available for both Undergraduate and Graduate students with Federal Work Study Grants. We hire students to perform a variety of duties associated with Latin American and Caribbean events and campus/community outreach. Some of these duties range from helping organize events, art shows, lectures, etc., to computer related work and various other office requirements of the department. Hours are flexible and the atmosphere is pleasant.

If you would like to join LACC or want more information on the positions available, please contact Domenica Tafuro on (631) 632-7517 or email us at lacc@notes.cc.sunysb.edu. You are welcome to stop by our offices (Social and Behavioral Sciences - N335) or visit the Office of Financial Aid and Student Employment (230 Administration) to pick up an application.

Federal Work Study Program (FWS): This program provides on-campus part-time employment opportunities to graduate and undergraduate students. The amount of the award is based on the student s financial need, the availability of funds to the campus, the number of hours that the student can work per week, and the current pay rate. Federal Work Study rates range from $5.15 to $12.00 per hour.

For your convenience, the Office of Financial Aid and Student Employment have an automated information telephone line to answer questions regarding your financial aid application and award status, and general information about financial aid programs and processes at Stony Brook. Please call (631) 632-6840 or (631) 444-6272 or visit their Web site at: http://naples.cc.sunysb.edu/Prov/financial.nsf