Suffolk County Community College News
Suffolk County Community College News
Suffolk college partners with universities for streamlined medical education paths
Suffolk County Community College has established partnerships with Binghamton University and St. George’s University to facilitate the transition of its graduates into medical, veterinary, and pharmacy doctoral programs.
Suffolk County Community College honored as best for vets again
Military Times has recognized Suffolk County Community College as a Best for Vets college for the sixth consecutive year.
Flecker Gallery hosts Jeremiah Teipen's exhibition on digital-physical interplay
The Flecker Gallery at Suffolk County Community College is set to present an exhibition featuring the works of artist Jeremiah Teipen.
Stony Brook partners with SUNY Suffolk for student transfer program
Stony Brook University has secured a $500,000 grant from the American Talent Initiative's College Excellence Program and Bloomberg Philanthropies.
Suffolk County Community College hosts student art exhibit at Eastern Campus
A student art exhibit featuring the work of Suffolk County Community College students will open on November 6 at the Eastern Campus in Riverhead. The exhibit, showcasing creations from applied arts programs, will run until December 9. An opening reception is scheduled for Thursday, November 8, from 4 to 6 p.m.
Empire State Development honors Suffolk County Community College's Entrepreneurial Assistance Center
Suffolk County Community College, part of the State University of New York (SUNY) system, enrolls over 21,000 students in more than 100 degree and certificate programs. The college has a strong commitment to fulfilling the needs of regional employers. It has developed a significant history of effectively training and educating its students from high school through college and into their careers.
Suffolk student joins EF Future Nobel Laureates Scholarship Program
Stefanie Karayoff, a student at Suffolk County Community College and resident of Ronkonkoma, has been accepted into the EF Future Nobel Laureates Scholarship Program. This initiative is developed in collaboration with the Nobel Prize Museum and the Forum on Education Abroad. It aims to provide students with opportunities to experience global challenges firsthand.
Brentwood Islanders Lions Club aids Suffolk County Community College's food pantry
The food pantry at Suffolk County Community College has received support from the Brentwood Islanders Lions Club. This assistance is part of an effort to help students who face difficulties affording basic necessities. The recent drive organized by the club plays a significant role in reducing food insecurity among students on campus.
Suffolk County Community College's STEM Center honored for sustainable design
Suffolk County Community College's Renewable Energy/STEM Center has been recognized for its sustainable architecture at the 2024 Global Future Design Awards. The center, a 24,000-square-foot building, is designed to enhance natural light and sustainability. It features photovoltaic panels on the roof, insulating berms, geothermal wells, and a central demonstration garden. This facility serves as an educational hub for renewable energy systems and sustainability principles.
Suffolk County Community College highlights impact of new SUNY student success program
Suffolk County Community College recently announced the successful implementation of the State University of New York's (SUNY) Advancing Success in Associate Pathways (ASAP) program across its three campuses. This initiative is part of a broader rollout involving 25 SUNY-affiliated institutions throughout New York State. The program, inspired by the City University of New York's ASAP model, aims to improve student completion rates and reduce opportunity gaps.
Suffolk County Community College partners with St. Joseph's University for expanded student opportunities
Suffolk County Community College and St. Joseph's University have announced a new partnership aimed at providing students with guaranteed acceptance into nearly all of St. Joseph’s programs through joint admission. This initiative includes 48 articulation agreements between the two institutions, promoting educational advancement while allowing students to remain on Long Island.
Suffolk County Community College renames nursing school after Jane F. Shearer
Suffolk County Community College has renamed its nursing school to honor Jane F. Shearer, who dedicated over 30 years of service to the institution. The new name, Jane F. Shearer School of Nursing, pays tribute to her contributions as the Eastern Campus Associate Dean for Academic Affairs and President of the Guild of Administrative Officers before her passing from cancer in 2019.
Suffolk County Community College hosts 'Parklife' art exhibition in Brentwood
Suffolk County Community College is set to host "Parklife," an art exhibition featuring the works of artists James Bertucci, Claudia Kaatziza Cortinez, Kristen Jensen, and Benny Merris. The event will take place from October 21 to November 19, 2024, at the Sagtikos Art Gallery on the Michael J. Grant Campus in Brentwood.
Suffolk Community College Foundation continues scholarships for local Latino students
The Suffolk Community College Foundation has announced the continuation of two scholarship programs to support students in the Patchogue/Medford area, including those from Latino backgrounds. These scholarships aim to help students facing financial barriers as they pursue their education at Suffolk County Community College.
Suffolk County Community College hosts fall open house on November 3
Suffolk County Community College will host an open house on Sunday, November 3, from 12 noon to 2 p.m. The event will take place at all three of the college’s campuses in Riverhead, Selden, and Brentwood, as well as its Culinary Arts and Hospitality Center in Riverhead.
Suffolk County Community College announces visual art faculty exhibition
The Flecker Gallery, located in the Southampton Building on the Ammerman Campus of Suffolk County Community College in Selden, will present the 2024 Visual Art Faculty Exhibition from September 26 through October 28, 2024.
Suffolk County Community College announces annual faculty art exhibition
The Sagtikos Art Gallery, located in the Sagtikos Arts and Science Building, Room 150 on the Michael J. Grant Campus of Suffolk County Community College in Brentwood, will host the Annual Faculty Art Exhibition from September 16 through October 4, 2024.
Suffolk County Community College completes innovative summer camps on wind energy
Suffolk County Community College has announced the successful completion of its recent Summer High School Offshore Wind Turbines course, aimed at introducing high school students to the growing field of wind energy. The college conducted two separate summer sessions, providing a comprehensive, hands-on learning experience.
Suffolk County student receives prestigious Coca-Cola scholarship
Freda Asiedu, a student at Suffolk County Community College from Brentwood, NY, is among the 210 Phi Theta Kappa (PTK) members named a 2024 Coca-Cola Leaders of Promise Scholar and will receive a $1,000 scholarship.
Suffolk County Community College announces Fall theatre season lineup
Suffolk County Community College Fall 2024 Theatre Season
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Sachem's Winter Athletes Honored
The Sachem Central School District was honored at the most recent Board of Education meeting recognizing the student-athletes, coaches and teams from both Sachem East and Sachem North for their outstanding achievements during the winter sports season.
SWR Mourns the Passing of Gilmore
Shoreham-Wading River school district lost a member of their district's family this week when Adrian Gilmore, a high school soccer coach passed away.
LoRe Adds to His Career Numbers
This week Miller Place senior goalie Christopher LoRe hit a milestone when he recorded 500th career save.