Student Handbook

President’s Message

August 2016

Dear Student,

Welcome to Suffolk County Community College--the largest community college

in the State University of New York (SUNY) system. Across our three campuses

and two downtown centers, the College has a current enrollment of over

26,000 credit students and 10,000 continuing education students. With more

than 70 degree and 30 certificate programs, we offer countless opportunities

for students to grow both academically and personally.

I have every confidence that the accomplishments you will enjoy while

attending the College will enable us to continue the fine legacy that greets

your arrival. You will have so many opportunities here! As a comprehensive

community college, Suffolk sees its primary purpose as providing access to

high quality, cost-effective educational experiences that are designed to improve your career

prospects and enhance the quality of life here on Long Island.

I encourage you to develop a clear, focused sense of what you would like to achieve. Our college community

is here to help you as you determine where you would like to go and what you would like to do. Our faculty,

staff, and administrators are constantly reviewing opportunities for enhancing the probability of success for

our students. This means you have the advantage of attending college in a student focused and supportive

teaching and learning environment.

Each year, the College educates tens of thousands of students who live on Long Island. Even after they

graduate, more than 80% of them remain here. They live full lives, richer economically and academically, by

having taken advantage of what we offer. Whether you start at Suffolk with the goal of transferring to a four-

year institution after graduation or whether you need certain classes to enhance your career skills, you will

find everything you need to succeed here at Suffolk.

Through education, comes transformation and economic empowerment. All of our work is centered on

student success, which evolves from the dedication of our educators and the effort put forth by our students.

As a result of an emphasis on student achievement, graduates of Suffolk emerge prepared for the next step

in their academic and career pursuits.

I am confident that by choosing to attend Suffolk, you will be inspired to accomplish great things.

Dr. Shaun L. McKay

President