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History Department Staff

 
Erin GiulianoEG
 
Business Administrator
Undergraduate Program Advisor          
 
Office:  SBS S-303
 
 
 
Erin Giuliano has been at Stony Brook for over 15 years and is thrilled to be back in the History Department. She helps primarily with supporting the department in a variety of administrative functions. Prior to her career at Stony Brook, she lived in Moscow and Washington, DC for several years and loves talking about travel, experiences and of course world cuisine!
 
Education
  • M.A., History, Stony Brook University, 2013
  • B.A., Elementary Education, Clemson University, 1999
 
Professional Experience 
  • Department of History, 2022 - present
  • Department of Civil Engineering, 2013 - 2022
  • Visa and Immigration Services, Stony Brook University, 2007-2013
  • American Councils for International Education: ACTR/ACCELS, 2000-2006
Roxanne Fernandez
 
Graduate Program Coordinator  SBU
 
Office: SBS S-307
 
 
 
Roxanne Fernandez has over 25 years of combined Private, and State university program management experience. For the past 15 years, Roxanne’s primary responsibility has been advisement on the Graduate Student level at the History Department at Stony Brook University. She provides academic advisement, and administrative guidance to History’s PhD and Master’s students as they move throughout their academic careers. For over 10 years she worked at Hofstra University where she was responsible for overseeing the management of the Legal Studies Program at Continuing Education. Whenever possible, during her spare time, Roxanne volunteers at Third Eye Insight-Fitness for the Blind, a 501-c3 non-profit organization for visually challenged individuals whose mission is to instill self-confidence, promote independence, and boost self-esteem through its martial arts fitness program and off-site events.
 
Education
  • MA studies, College of Professional Studies in Political Management, George Washington University, 2014-2016
  • SBU Graduate School Dean’s Award for Excellence in Service to Graduate Education 2014
  • B.S. Organizational Leadership/Public Policy, Hofstra University, 2008
  • Certificate Management Development Program, Hofstra University, 2007
  • Paralegal Certification – Lawyers Assistant Program, Adelphi University, 1995
 
Professional Experience
  • Department of History 2009 – present
  • Third Eye Insight – Fitness for the Blind Volunteer 2010 – present
  • Hofstra UCCE Marketing & Advertising 2005-2007
  • Hofstra School of Law, Department of Career Services 1997
Melissa Woody
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Staff Assistant 
 
Office: SBS S-305

Melissa J. Woody is a New York State Licensed Social Worker with over a decade of experience supporting children, youth & college-aged students through a trauma-informed lens in both non-profit & public sectors. Melissa is deeply committed to ensuring every student feels seen, supported, and empowered. She is a trusted advocate for student well-being and resilience.

A proud Seawolf, Melissa earned both her Bachelor’s degree in Sociology and her Master of Social Work from Stony Brook University, completing her graduate studies at the School of Social Welfare in 2018. As a transfer, commuter, and non-traditional student, Melissa’s journey through higher education was shaped by meaningful connections with faculty and staff, as well as her hands-on experience as an Academic Peer Advisor in the Academic Transfer and Advising Services Office.

Education:
MSW, School of Social Welfare, Stony Brook University, 2018
B.A., Sociology, Stony Brook University, 2016
A.A.S., Graphic Design, Briarcliffe College, 2006

Professional Experience 
  • Department of History, 2025 - present
  • SBU Center for Prevention and Outreach, 2021-2025
  • Hope For Youth, Inc: Runaway & Homeless Youth Services - 2016-2021
  • Family Residences & Essential Enterprises: Theraputic Respite 2014-2016
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