Global Civics

Global Civics is an innovative initiative from the Office of Community Engagement at Farmingdale State College (FSC) that promotes global civic education, sustainable development, and awareness of “glocal” issues—local actions with global significance. The initiative empowers students to become globally conscious citizens, engaging with both global challenges and local solutions while interdependently anchoring these area to their academic and professional pursuits.

About United Nations SDGs

What we do

Key elements of Global Civics Horizons include:

• Global Affairs Education: Through seminars, guest speakers, and discussions, students are introduced to pressing global issues such as climate change, human rights, and global governance. These events help foster a global mindset by connecting international challenges to local actions.
• Focus on Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs): The program integrates the United Nations' 17 SDGs, offering workshops and hands-on projects that align with these goals. Students learn how they can contribute to global efforts like reducing inequality, promoting clean energy, and advancing sustainable communities.
  Glocal Engagement: Emphasizing the idea that local actions have global impacts, students participate in community projects, environmental initiatives, and partnerships with local organizations that contribute to solving global challenges.
• Global Civic Leadership Program: This leadership track equips students with the skills to advocate for global causes. Students are trained through campus collaboration in leadership development, public speaking, and policy advocacy, empowering them to take active roles in driving global change through local initiatives.
• International Service-Learning: Through international service-learning opportunities provided through on campus departments, students engage in hands-on projects that address global challenges, offering them the chance to apply their knowledge in real-world contexts while gaining valuable cross-cultural experiences.

Global Civics Initiative prepares FSC students to be leaders in a globally interconnected world. By promoting civic responsibility and action, the initiative helps students realize how their local efforts can contribute to meaningful global progress.

Upcoming Event

Educational Immersion Trip to United Nations NY Headquarters
Call for Applications: United Nations Tour NY Headquarter
Deadline to apply: October 4, 2024

We are excited to announce an incredible opportunity for students to apply for an immersion trip to the United Nations Headquarters in New York City! This educational immersion trip led by the Nexus Center's Office of Community and Civic Engagement will provide participants with a deeper understanding of the United Nations, Universal Declaration of Human Rights, Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), and how these areas serve as interdisciplinary guides to connecting their area of study and civic engagement to larger issues affecting the world.

Trip Details:
Date: November 1st, 2024
Departure: Meet at Farmingdale Long Island Railroad Station
Expenses: All expenses covered, including lunch!
Seats are available on a first come first serve basis, so we encourage all interested individuals to sign up soon.

Eligibility:
Open to all FSC students
Limited spots available
Apply Here by  October 4th.

Don’t miss this chance to engage with global issues and enhance your educational experience! 
This trip is generously sponsored by the Office of the Provost and the FSC Students First Campus Grant.

Links

• Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)