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Finish Summer Smarter! Enrolling in Summer Session classes at Suffolk allows college students to build on what they’ve been learning while advancing toward graduation. Studies even show that students who take classes year-round are three times more likely to graduate. High school students can also get a jump start by taking summer classes at Suffolk before starting college. Suffolk’s credits...
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The Ins and Outs of Internships

By Drew Fawcett “Students often have their ‘aha’ moment during an internship,” says Tania Velazquez, Director of Career Services/Cooperative Education at Suffolk County Community College. “Through hands-on experience, an internship will help students realize if they are pursing a career that’s right for them. Conversely, it will also let a student know if the career may not be a...
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Careers in Focus: Photographic Imaging

By Drew Fawcett “The world needs creative people,” says Janelle Brooke of Janelle Brooke Photography. Based in Northport, N.Y., Ms. Brooke’s company includes a business partner and a collaborative team of associate photographers who specialize in custom wedding and portrait photography. While growing up, Ms. Brooke always had a creative impulse but found a way to apply her talent toward a...

Jump In…The Water is Fine!

The New Eastern Campus Health and Wellness Center Offers Residents a 25-Meter Indoor Pool and Much More! By Drew Fawcett Suffolk’s Eastern Campus will be making a splash this spring. Already open to its students for the current semester, the new Health and Wellness Center will soon be accepting public health club memberships. "I am thrilled that the vision for our Health and Wellness...
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Digital Media and Animation: Bringing Art to Life

By Mary M. Feder Some people are natural artists yet they also enjoy working on computers. These individuals are well-suited for a career in Digital Media and Animation. Multimedia artists and animators create 2D graphics and animation as well as 3D models and animation. They often work in a specific medium – some are focused on creating animated movies or video games, while others prefer to...

Becoming a Physical Therapist Assistant

By Mary M. Feder Physical therapy is a dynamic profession within the healthcare field with responsibility for preserving, developing and restoring maximum physical potential in people who are injured or at risk for injury. Treatment interventions may include procedures to prevent injury, promote wellness or restore lost function. Physical Therapist Assistants (PTAs) work under the...

Find Your Niche through Continuing Education

By Mary M. Feder Learning can change lives. New skills bring opportunities to connect in different ways and to build the confidence that comes with mastering something you didn’t know before. Maybe you’re just looking to learn a little bit about something new or become more proficient at something you already love to do. At Suffolk County Community College, whether you need training for...

Shark Infested Waters: Suffolk Athletics

By Drew Fawcett Just like a great white shark, Suffolk’s student-athletes are powerful, agile and fierce. With a rich history of good sportsmanship and team success, it’s not surprising that Suffolk Sharks continue to be recognized for their athletic prowess. At Suffolk, our student-athletes are committed to the overall vision and mission of the College,” says Neftali Collazo,...
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Terms & Conditions Apply: College Terminology 101

By Mary M. Feder Academic Advisor or Counselor: An advisor helps plan your academic path. They can help you select the right courses, explore majors, and navigate the College. Alumni: Everyone who has graduated from college. A male grad is an “alumnus” and a female grad is an “alumna.” ACT and SAT: The Scholastic Aptitude Test (SAT) measure knowledge of math, reading, writing and...