Farmingdale State College (FSC) continues to enhance its role as a regional leader in education, workforce development, and community engagement. Through innovative partnerships, outreach programs, and academic initiatives, FSC is building meaningful connections that reach beyond campus.
DUAL ENROLLMENT OPPORTUNITIES
WITH UNIVERSITY IN THE HIGH SCHOOL
One of FSC’s most impactful programs is University in the High School (UHS), which enables eligible high school students to earn college credit through approved courses at their schools. With over 3,500 students enrolled from more than 90 schools, the UHS program promotes early college readiness and strengthens ties with local districts.
INSPIRING K–12 VIA VISITING SCHOLARS
Launched in fall 2024, FSC’s Visiting Scholars Program sends faculty into K–12 schools to lead engaging, age-appropriate presentations. These visits introduce students to topics in STEM, the humanities, health sciences, and more, sparking early interest in academic and career paths.
Each session is interactive and hands-on. For example, FSC President and marine biologist Robert Prezant, PhD, provides students with a close-up look at preserved marine animals, such as deep-sea pill bugs and cowfish, to deepen their understanding of biodiversity and environmental science.
The program encourages curiosity and connects classroom learning to the real world while reinforcing FSC’s commitment to educational outreach across Long Island.
INSPIRING FUTURE INNOVATORS
FSC also promotes accessibility and equity in STEM through its annual STEM Diversity Summit. The event brings together high school and college students, educators, and industry leaders for a day of workshops, panels, and networking. It is designed to inspire students from diverse backgrounds to explore careers in science, technology, engineering, and math.
PARTNERSHIP TO PROMOTE WELLNESS & OPPORTUNITY
Community health is another area where FSC is making a difference. In partnership with Northwell Health, the College recently launched a women’s health initiative that invites local middle and high school students to participate in medical professional-led programming offering early exposure to health care while promoting lifelong well-being.
“The Women’s Health Initiative at FSC is an investment in our communities,” said Virginia Peterson-Graziose, RN, DNP, CNE, chair of the Nursing Department. “By reaching young women early with knowledge about wellness, prevention, and health care careers, we’re inspiring a future generation of informed, empowered leaders.”
REGIONAL INFRASTRUCTURE IMPACT
FSC is also supporting local planning. In collaboration with the Town of Huntington, faculty and students are contributing to transit and traffic studies that support safer, more sustainable outcomes for the region. This applied work demonstrates the College’s commitment to real-world learning and community impact.
“Through applied learning experiences like the Capstone Project, our students apply classroom knowledge, from working with real-world data to managing projects, to help influence local infrastructure policy,” said Associate Professor of Civil Engineering Technology Michael Shenoda, PhD, PE. “They’re collaborating across disciplines to develop practical solutions that make Long Island a safer, more sustainable place to drive and live.”
COMMITTED TO PROGRESS & PARTNERSHIP
Each initiative reflects a continued commitment to collaboration, access, and impact. FSC remains focused on elevating communities and empowering students, creating stronger connections and a shared vision for the future.
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