Study Abroad in Malta

Join prof. Eric Anderson (FSC Chair of Architecture & Construction) on a magical journey to Malta! January 2-16, 2026. 

• Engage directly with sites of architectural and material cultural significance
• Learn to analyze how building materials, construction methods, and design traditions 
• Reflect the intersections of science, technology, and society across time and place
• Explore the rich culture and cuisine of Malta!  

The cost of this 2-week program (tuition, housing, excursions, and insurance) is $3770. This cost does not include international airfare from/to the USA or meals. 

Open to students from any SUNY institution. Application deadline, October 1, 2026. 

Eligibility and information:

• For SUNY students in any major
• GPA Requirement: 2.75
• Good disciplinary standing
• Rolling admission until places are filled. Upon acceptance you will be asked for a $500 deposit to guarantee your place (February 15 deadline)
• STS 395 (Special Topics in Global Connections - 3 credits) satisfies a FSC Liberal Arts upper-level elective. 

Scholarships:

• Students who receive Pell awards are eligible for the Benjamin A. Gilman Scholarship (early October 2026 deadline)
• Check out other Scholarships. 

For more information, contact the Study Abroad Office at studyabroad@farmingdale.edu  

Bio: Eric Anderson, A.I.A is an architect and educator with more than thirty years in educational and non-profit facilities planning and management.  He has overseen the planning and/or construction of over $ 1 billion of capital improvement for non-profit and educational institutions. Institutional project responsibilities include engineering research facilities at West Virginia University, student residential and service renovations at WVU and Stony Brook University, academic and library facilities at the University of Nevada Las Vegas, and campus master plans for the CUNY system.  He is a registered architect in New York and West Virginia. 

Currently, he is an Assistant Professor and Department Chair for Architecture and Construction Management at Farmingdale State College.   Professional memberships include the American Institute of Architects and the American Society of Engineering Education.  He is an adviser to the student team that participates in the Associated Schools of Construction Region 1 Project Management Competition.    Honors include 2002 Award of Merit from the Association of University Architects for Recovery of BMCC/CUNY from 9/11 Attack, 2015 Educator of the Year Award from the American Institute of Architects-Long Island Chapter, 2015 Ecclesia et Pontifice Medal from the Holy See for distinguished service to facilities planning for the Catholic Church, 2024 FSC Faculty Center Student Mentorship Award, and 2024 FSC Student Activities Club Advisor of the Year.