Election Results Unknown, Radio Station Goes Off Air, Open House at Farmingdale State

Last week brought elections for the Farmingdale Student Government.  On the ballot were choices for various positions and a referendum as to whether or not the $200 per year mandatory student activity fee would remain mandatory. 

More than one week after the elections were completed, election results have still not been released to the campus community. Many students are perplexed as to why the results are taking so long to release.  “We know who is elected President that night,” said one student, referring to the relative speed, of student elections compared to national contests.  The Student Government made use of the Suffolk County Board of Election’s electronic voting machines, which offer instant tallies of all votes cast.  Attempts at establishing contact with representatives from the Farmingdale Student Government have been unsuccessful.

Student Radio Station, WRAM, Goes Off Air:

The executive board of the on-campus student run radio station WRAM has made the decision to cancel all shows and take the station off air after one microphone was allegedly removed from the radio studios.  According to the executive board of the station, the incident is under investigation.  No indication was made as to when the station will come on air again.  WRAM radio operates a free format radio station that broadcasts as an online stream.

New York State Senate and Assembly Paid Internships on Campus:

The New York State Senate and Assembly are continuing a 35-year tradition by opening several of their offices to internships for students.  This current academic year saw 12 students participating in various intern positions.  The internship opportunity is open to all students seeking four year degrees.  Participants have the opportunity to earn up to 15 credits from their participation, and also receive a stipend for their time. An information session about the opportunity will be held on Wednesday, April 13 at 3:30 p.m. in Gleeson 318 and on Tuesday, April 26 at 11 a.m. in Gleeson 339.  For more information, contact Dr. Richard Vogel at richard.vogel@farmingdale.edu or at 631.420.2063.

Comedy Night Fund Raiser:

The Architecture and Construction Technology Club is organizing a comedy night to raise funds for both Leukemia research and relief efforts for the Japanese Earthquake and Tsunami.  The event will take place on Wednesday, April 13 at 6:30 p.m.  Tickets are $10, and can be purchased by calling Daniel Leo at 516-476-7016.  Tickets can also be purchased in the vestibule of the on campus bookstore from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. on the day of the event.  The event will feature three professional comedians from Governor’s Comedy Club in Levittown.

Non-Credit Study Abroad Programs in Italy:

Adult learners looking to venture abroad while learning horticulture and cooking skills are in luck. Farmingdale State College is running a program this summer that will allow those interested in picking up some of these new skills to do so, while vacationing in Italy. The deadline to enroll is April 15, and the program will cost participants $3800. Participants will be in Italy from May 15 to June 4, 2011. 

Open House This Saturday:

Farmingdale State College will be holding its Spring open house this   The event will be held in Nold Hall, which is located on the South side of the campus, just past the Melville Road entrance.  Perspective students will have the opportunity to speak with faculty and staff from all departments and take campus tours.  More information can be obtained about the open house by emailing  kathy.valentino@farmingdale.edu, or calling 631.420.2000.

That’s this week from the campus.  Come back next week for more.