Office of Community and Civic Engagement

Who We Are

The Office of Community and Civic Engagement (OCCE) at Farmingdale State College leads the institutionalization of community engagement and civic learning. It advances meaningful partnerships between the campus and community by embedding community and civic engagement across academic and co-curricular experiences. OCCE supports engaged teaching, scholarship, and service, while creating student-centered opportunities that address real-world challenges in collaboration with local, national, and global partners.

Nationally Recognized Commitment

 In 2020, Farmingdale State College earned the prestigious Carnegie Classification for Community Engagement, joining just 119 institutions nationwide. In January 2026, the College proudly received its Community Engagement re-classification, reaffirming this distinction among only eight SUNY institutions. This recognition underscores Farmingdale’s sustained commitment to embedding community engagement across teaching, research, and co-curricular experiences.

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Ramp Up the Vote!

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Ramp up the Vote!

Ramp Up the Vote! is a nonpartisan voter outreach initiative spearheaded by the Office of Community Engagement at Farmingdale State College (FSC). The program aims to increase student participation in local, state, and national elections by fostering civic education, raising awareness about voter registration deadlines, and emphasizing the importance of every vote.

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Global Civics

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Global Civics

Global Civics is an innovative initiative from the Office of Community Engagement at Farmingdale State College (FSC) that promotes global civic education, sustainable development, and awareness of “global” issues—local actions with global significance. The initiative empowers students to become globally conscious citizens, engaging with both global challenges and local solutions.

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Volunteer Corps

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Volunteer Corps

The FSC Volunteer Corps offers students an opportunity to give back to the community by volunteering their time and talents throughout the semester at various external community organizations. This initiative allows students to engage in meaningful service, develop leadership skills, and make a positive impact on those in need. By participating, students can contribute to causes they are passionate about, gain real-world experience, and foster connections between the college and the broader community. This program not only benefits the organizations and individuals they serve but also enhances the students’ personal and professional growth.

Community Service Tracker

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Community Service Tracker Form

Please utilize this form to document your volunteer or community engagement efforts. Your input will assist the Office of Community and Civic Engagement in collecting vital data on a campus-wide community engagement efforts.

Your name and email address will be part of your form submission.

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Latest News

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A Gold Medal Mindset at FSC

April 23, 2026

FSC hosts Gold Medal Mindset: A Conversation with Olympic Gold Medalists Aly Raisman & Laurie Hernandez as part of 4th Annual Day of Service celebration

FSC Receives 2nd Carnegie Classification for Excellence in Community Engagement

January 13, 2026

FSC receives esteemed 2026 Carnegie Elective Classification for institutional excellence in community and civic engagement.

Compassion in Action

September 18, 2025

FSC is proud to expand its study abroad options for students looking for the excitement of an international trip while giving back to their global community.

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