November 16, 2015
U.S. and international scholars and experts met in Roosevelt Hall last week to discuss solutions to issues related to a sustainable future for energy, water and the food nexus at the 4th Annual International Energy & Sustainability Conference. Sponsored by the Renewable Energy and Sustainability Center at FSC, the conference featured speakers from as far…
November 9, 2015
In observance of Veteran’s Day, and as a symbol of appreciation and support towards our students and employees who are military veterans, the exterior lights of Horton Hall have been changed to green. Greenlight A Vet is a national campaign to establish visible support for our veterans by changing lights to green. Green is the…
November 9, 2015
More than 3,500 prospective students and their families attended Sunday’s Open House. Starting at the Campus Center, visitors met with administrative staff including financial aid, admissions, coaches and residential life. General tours and specialized tours to aviation and athletics and tours of the gardens were popular. Nicole Dose of admissions estimates that 125 campus tours…
November 2, 2015
Reefer Madness: The Musical November 19, 20 and 21 at 8 p.m., Roosevelt Little Theater Reefer Madness: The Musical, a hilarious send-up of the 1936 cult movie that depicted innocent American teens caught up in the scourge of marijuana, is coming to Farmingdale State College in November. Presented by the Back Stage Theater Company, tickets are…
November 2, 2015
United Nations Day UN at 70: Strong UN. Better World To celebrate United Nations Day last month, FSC wanted to do something that would make Farmingdale State College students feel engaged and involved with the United Nations and the UNA Campus Chapter. To accomplish their purpose, they decided to partner with the Office of International Education…
November 2, 2015
The FSC National Intercollegiate Flying Association (NIFA) team has for the third year in a row captured First Place in the Northeast Regional Competition thus qualifying for the National Championship at Ohio State University in May 2016. According to Michael Canders, “The great NIFA passion, enthusiasm and leadership of Coaches Dave Gardinier and Vinny Belanger…
November 2, 2015
The Conservatory in the Horticulture Teaching Gardens was dedicated to Dr. Richard Iversen last month in a ceremony that featured donors Manuel H. and Claire Barron, whose generosity and support through their philanthropic fund to the Alumni Association made possible the renovation of this campus landmark. President Keen greeted 35 members of the campus community…
October 26, 2015
Farmingdale unveiled its new online “Expert Center” at the Fair Media Council’s “Connection Day” conference at Briarcliffe College last week. The conference was attended by editors, reporters, and news producers from throughout the New York metro area. “Experts Center,” which currently profiles President Keen and 19 FSC deans and professors, will primarily be used to…
October 26, 2015
Saturday, November 21 from 7 p.m. to 1 a.m., Campus Center Ballroom Why attend? The Autumn Gala is the only event of the year where everyone can dress to impress. Attendees will enjoy an exquisite dinner, great music, drinks and prizes. There is no other FSC event like the Autumn Gala. Dress code is semi-formal…
