There are many ways to get involved beyond the classroom as a student in the department of Computer Science: 

• Research: Many faculty members welcome undergraduate students to join their research labs. You can explore research areas on the department website and reach out to professors whose work interests you.
• Student Clubs & Organizations: Join computer science-related student groups such as Stony Brook Computing Society, Women in Computer Science, Colorstack and the Artificial Intelligence Community. These clubs often host coding competitions, guest speakers, workshops and networking events
• Hackathons & Competitions: Participate in hackathons, coding challenges, and innovation contests. These are great for applying your skills, building your resume, and meeting peers and industry professionals.
• Internships & Career Fairs: Look for internship opportunities through Handshake or by connecting with companies directly.