Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion
Chapters of Connection: Where Every Story Opens A New Conversation!
DEI Launches it's New Campus-Wide Virtual Book Club
Join Today! Be Part of Our Summer Series and Dive into a Best Selling Read!
Through books, thoughtful dialogue, and shared experiences, Chapters of Connection invites students, faculty, and staff to learn from one another, explore diverse perspectives, and build a more connected campus community.
This new initiative welcomes the FSC campus community to come together through the power of reading and discussion. Each selection offers an opportunity to connect and grow while enhancing a culture of belonging across our campus.
Call For The 2026 President's DEI Awad Nominations
Nominate an FSC Changemaker! We encourage all current FSC faculty, staff, and students to submit nominations for those who have demonstrated an exceptional commitment to fostering positive change within our campus community. Help us celebrate the individuals who are creating a stronger, more inclusive campus community. Submit Your Nominations today! Please enter your nominations through the Microsoft Form Survey.
Join the Offices of DEI, SGA, OSA, and RES Life for the 2026 Carnival of Cultures!
Experience the sights, sounds, flavors, and traditions that make our global community extraordinary! Enjoy an evening filled with catered cultural cuisine, live entertainment, interactive activities, and opportunities to learn about world wide traditions. For more information, visit the Event 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 9/9/26 | 2026 Carnival of Cultures: Celebrate the World, Connect Through Culture! | 5:00 PM - 7:30 PM | Laffin Hall, Fountain (outside behind Laffin Hall) |
| 9/11/26 | Chapters of Connection: Where Every Story Opens A New Conversation! | 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM | Virtual Event |
| 8/31/26 - 9/25/26 | 2026 President's DEI Awards - Call for Nominations! | All Day | Campus Center |
Diversity, Equity & Inclusive Excellence
Horton Hall, Room 130
934-420-2622
dei@farmingdale.edu
Michael Nembhard
Interim Executive Director
Andrea Tew
Executive Assistant
Kathleen Flynn
Title IX Coordinator
Joseph Moresky
Compliance Investigator