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Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion

"Reimagine What's Possible!"

Unleash Your Impact: Apply For The 2026/2027 DEI Innovation Grant! Please apply by June 26th, 2026 HERE. For more information, visit the DEI Innovation Grant Program page. 

Together in Understanding: Celebrating Neurodiversity Across our Campus!

Let's take this opportunity to recognise the remarkable skills and talents of neurodivergent individuals, while cultivating a more inclusive and equitable culture that celebrates differences, embraces a sense of belonging, and empowers us all. READ On

Happy Women's History Month!

"Leading the Change: Women Shaping a Sustainable Future"                   Join us in celebrating Women's History Month, as we take a moment to pause and honor women whose voices, achievements, and resilience have shaped our world. Their stories are woven into our nation's history and into everyday experiences that guide our learning and growth on campus. Together let's commemorate the women who came before us and continue to uplift those who inspire us now! "In diversity there is beauty and there is strength." -- "In diversity there is beauty and there is strength." -- Maya Angelou.

We Invite FSC's Female Published Authors to Share their Work with the Campus Community on Tuesday, March 31st. 

Please Register HERE!

Let's Welcome the Office of DEI's New Executive Director of Inclusion & Chief Diversity Officer, Phillip Culver.

Please join us in welcoming Phillip Culver, our newly appointed Executive Director of Inclusion & Chief Diversity Officer, to the Office of DEI. Farmingdale State College is pleased to have Phillip bring his deep experience, thoughtful leadership, and strong commitment to advancing an inclusive and connected campus community. Students, staff, and faculty alike will benefit from his guidance as we continue our shared efforts to develop a welcoming campus culture where every individual feels a sense of belonging, valued, heard, and can successfully thrive. We look forward to the meaningful impact he will provide campus wide. 

KNOW YOUR RESOURCES, KNOW YOUR RIGHTS is a vital initiative that connects individuals with tools and resources to gain access to essential services. From legal assistance and health care to food and nutrition support, New York State's "Know Your Rights" services will assist with navigating challenges and protecting families.

Farmingdale State College Congratulates both Tevin Foster, Associate Director of Digital Content, & Michelle Torres-Ventura, FSC SGA President as recipients of the 2025 President's DEI Awards! These annual awards recognize the significant achievements by faculty, staff, and students in advancing the goals of a diverse, equitable, and inclusive college community.

Check out the new FSC Affinity Groups:

Farmingdale State College is committed to Inclusive Excellence by creating an educational environment that is centered on building a foundation of broad and integrative knowledge of histories, cultures, science, societies, and technology along with genuine appreciation of ethics and inclusion.

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"We long to belong, and belonging and caring anchors our sense of place in the universe." - Patricia Churchland (Philosopher)

You're Needed, and Welcomed! YOU are the perfect fit!

The Office of Inclusive Excellence welcomes all visits. You will step in a space that understands and appreciates the power of a smile, a listening ear, kindness, but most importantly, your unique self!

HEED 2022 Award

Diversity, Equity, and Inclusive Excellence Events

Date Name Time Location
3/31/26 Bound by Brilliance: Celebrating FSC's Women Authors 2:30 PM - 4:00 PM Knapp Hall, University Club
4/15/26 Join FSC in Celebration of Its 3rd Annual World Cup 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM Nold Athletic Complex, Main Turf, behind Nold Hall
1/1/26 - 4/30/26 Farmingdale Roots: Voices of Belonging in Motion All Day Campus Center
4/30/26 AAPI History Month: AAPI Affinity Group Spring Meeting 10:59 AM - 12:00 PM Greenley Library, The Faculty Center, 206
3/20/26 - 6/26/26 Unleash Your Impact: Apply for the 2026/2027 DEI Innovation Grant! All Day Campus Center
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