2024 End of Academic Year Message
Dear Faculty and Staff,
As the 2023-2024 academic year draws to a close, I would like to take this opportunity
to thank you for your hard work and valued contributions to Farmingdale State College.
Once again, you have distinguished yourselves and our institution through your commitment
to teaching and learning, your impacts and innovations in research, and your selfless
dedication to service.
In reflecting on the many accomplishments that we have achieved over the course of
this academic year, I am reminded that FSC is truly thriving. Our commitment to advancing
an inclusive environment that fosters civility and respect has been enhanced with
the development of diversity, equity, and inclusion classes. Thanks to the work of
the DEI Review Board, over 55 courses have been approved for this special designation,
to date. In addition, this year we launched the First Year Experience course that
will be required for all first-time, full-time students beginning in the fall 2024
term.
We have also continued to advance our commitment to research, community service, and
civic engagement with the recognition of faculty, staff, and student projects, and
we celebrated our Second Annual Day of Service. Furthermore, this year marks the successful
launch of the Accelerate Completion through Engagement (ACE) Program and the welcoming
of our second cohort of students into our Honors Program.
Keeping student success first and foremost, we have continued to provide opportunities
for paid research and internship experiences, as well as microcredentials that highlight
the specialized skill sets attained by our students. Our academic programs offer high-quality
learning experiences, many of which are recognized by specialized accrediting bodies,
and our program offerings have expanded to meet regional and economic demand. As a
dynamic institution we are always working with the shared goal of supporting the career
and educational aspirations of our students, who are at the core of our mission.
Again, thank you for all you do to support the success of our students and Farmingdale
State College.
Wishing you all a restful and productive summer,
Laura Joseph, EdD
Senior Vice President and Provost
