Farmingdale State College To Host Adult Learner Fair

FARMINGDALE, NY — Farmingdale State College plans to host a virtual adult learning fair for new or returning students on May 26, according to a news release.

"Nearly half of those enrolled in undergraduate higher education today are adult learners," the college stated. "Their numbers are steadily increasing as more adults seek to continue their education."

The Virtual SUNY Adult-Learner College Fair features SUNY’s downstate colleges and SUNY Online. The fair, specifically crafted for adult learners, features topics including:

• Financial Aid
• Admissions
• Transfer credits
• Online learning
• Veterans’ services
• Prior learning
• Scholarships
• Programs for adults who are not "college ready"

The fair will offer two sessions on May 26. The first is slated to run from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. and will be repeated between 4 and 6 p.m.

Long Island EOC will be available for those who need special preparation to begin to achieve their
academic goals.

Judi Cestaro, director of transfer services and the adult learner initiative at Farmingdale State College, had a vision for a small, personal college fair just for adults, according to the school. It has steadily grown over the past four years.

"I am so proud of continued evolvement of the Adult Learner Fair," Cestaro stated via news release. "The addition of SUNY Online and The Stony Brook School of Professional Development provides adults the opportunity to explore even more educational avenues. I meet with so many adults who wish to pursue a degree or complete one, and don’t know where to begin. This college fair is just for them."

Lori Lyons, director of records and admissions for the School of Professional Development at Stony Brook University, said the university is thrilled to join its SUNY colleagues at this year's fair.

"It's a fantastic opportunity to meet with prospective students from across the state and talk about our professionally-oriented degree and certificate programs," Lyons stated.

Those with questions about the fair were encouraged to contact Cestaro at 934-420-2733 or cestarjm@farmingdale.edu.