Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion
Let's Welcome the Office of DEI's New Executive Director of Inclusion & Chief Diversity Officer, Phillip Culver.
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.
Read more about Phillip Culver.
Championing Belonging and Inclusiveness Across Campus
2026 Lavender Graduation Ceremony!
Please join us in celebrating the 2026 Lavender Graduates on Tuesday, April 28th. For more event details, visit the 2026 Lavender Graduation Ceremony event page. If you are an eligible graduationg senior, and would like to participate please register by completing the Microsoft Registration Form.
Apply For The 2026/2027 DEI Innovation Grant!
Please apply for the DEI Innovation Grant by completing the Microsoft Form for Application by June 26th, 2026. For more information, visit the DEI Innovation Grant Program page.
Together in Understanding: Celebrating Neurodiversity Across our Campus!
Let's take this opportunity to recognize 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 more about Celebrating Neurodiversity Week!
Check out the new FSC Affinity Groups:
- FSC's Womens' Affinity Group (WAG)
- FSC's LGBTQIA+ Employee Group
- FSC's Caregiving Affinity Group
- FSC's AAPI Affinity Group
New York State Know Your Rights
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. For more information visit the Know Your Rights webpage.
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.
"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!
Diversity, Equity, and Inclusive Excellence Events
| Date | Name | Time | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4/27/26 | 2026 DEI Innovation Grant Program Award Ceremony | 2:30 PM - 4:00 PM | Campus Center, Ballroom A |
| 4/28/26 | 2026 Lavender Graduation Ceremony | 3:30 PM - 5:00 PM | Campus Center, Ballroom (Whole) |
| 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 |
| 5/6/26 | FSC Study Break: Hosted by First-Gen! | 4:00 PM - 7:00 PM | Knapp Hall |
Diversity, Equity & Inclusive Excellence
Horton Hall, Room 130
934-420-2622
dei@farmingdale.edu
