Dowling College Holds Latino Summit Nearby

The Third Annual Latino Summit welcomed hundreds of potential college students to the Dowling College campus this month where families were introduced to the power of a college education. Among those educators who offered insight into possible majors and career paths was Dowling math professor John Vargas of Floral Park.

Dowling College is an independent comprehensive educational institution in the liberal arts tradition whose mission is to provide its students with a well-rounded education based upon innovative teaching, informed and engaging research, and a commitment to democratic citizenship with a community service component. Dowling fosters an open and supportive learning environment that is based upon collaboration between a committed and supportive expert faculty and a student body diverse in its interests, beliefs, culture, ethnicity, and geographic origin. Dowling recognizes learning as a lifetime endeavor, particularly as it relates to globalization. The college upholds its educational mission through teaching, learning and research in the arts, sciences and professions such as education, business and aviation, and by providing members of the community and Dowling alumni with opportunities for continuing education.

One year after graduation, 96% are employed or attending graduate school. www.payscale.com ranks Dowling in the top 12% of all colleges nationally for highest paid graduates.