US EditionFarmingdale State College Receives $5M Gift, Renames School of Engineering Technology
- Alumnus and engineer Murray Pasternack committed a $5 million gift to Farmingdale State College in Farmingdale, NY, on June 3, 2025.
- This donation represents the most substantial contribution the college has received to date and ranks among the largest gifts made to SUNY technology institutions, highlighting Pasternack's continued dedication and generosity.
- The donation funds four-year scholarships for at least 56 students across 15 engineering technology majors, alongside programming, mentorship, and resources to empower underrepresented students.
- President Robert S. Prezant emphasized that this generous donation will help students who could have faced difficulties accessing vital resources, while Pasternack expressed his wish that it enables students to prioritize their studies over financial concerns.
- The renaming of the School of Engineering Technology to The Murray Pasternack School was officially authorized, reflecting a lasting tribute and supporting Governor Hochul's workforce development goals.
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