Since 1993, the Dominican-American Society (DAS) has been responding to the educational, social and cultural challenges that have hindered the development of low-income immigrant communities. All classes are with honors, AP or university level and offer professional and technical education courses in engineering, law, scientific research and audiovisual technology. The building has a DNA laboratory and a television studio. At Queens College, academics conduct research at New York University and Rockefeller University.
Seniors earn tuition-free credits at Queens College and have access to the campus gym, library, and cafeteria. The school has more than 25 clubs, 32 sports teams and several academic societies. In addition, there are eleven active Academic Senate standing committees, three special committees and two university committees, all of which have student members. The faculty of Queens College is composed of twelve distinguished professors appointed by City University to the highest position in the system. They are known for their excellent research, scholarships and teaching.
The Center for Ethnic, Racial & Religious Understanding (CERRU) is an educational center on diversity located on the Queens College campus that provides non-violent communication tools to close social differences and create a more equitable society. The Dominican-American Society of Queens (DASQ) is a 501(c)(non-profit) community organization founded in 1993 to improve the quality of life in the New York City community. Children focus on the best academic studies such as 10 languages including American Sign, 15 AP courses and selective programs in scientific research, mathematics and humanities. The mission of Queens College is to prepare students to become leading citizens of an increasingly global society. The Center for Byzantine and Modern Greek Studies promotes Byzantine and Neo-Hellenic research and publications, supports and coordinates the teaching of Byzantine and modern Greek subjects at the university, and relates academic research and teaching to the needs of the Greek community in Queens and beyond. The Dominican-American Society of Queens has been involved in many community projects focusing on adult literacy and job training. Six selective programs including environmental engineering and sports medicine attract bright students to this great school in northeast Queens. The Academic Senate is the main legislative body of the university responsible for formulating policies related to admission and retention of students, curriculum, granting of degrees, life on campus, nomination and review of academic deans (incumbents).
Originally founded to serve the needs of residents living in Queens County, DASQ has evolved over two decades to serve families located throughout New York City. The ministers are a resource of religious and ethical information and insight for the academic world and the Queens community at large. This year's Affiliate of the Year peer exchange took place in Chula Vista, California when DASQ attended the event to personally congratulate MAAC for its recognition as Affiliate of the Year. Queens County is home to some of the most popular academic societies in New York City. From professional development courses to community projects focusing on adult literacy, these organizations are dedicated to providing quality education opportunities for all residents.
The Dominican-American Society (DAS), Queens College faculty members, Center for Ethnic Racial & Religious Understanding (CERRU), Dominican-American Society of Queens (DASQ), Center for Byzantine & Modern Greek Studies (CBGMS), Academic Senate (AS) and Ministers are just some of these organizations that have been making a difference in this area for many years. The Dominican-American Society (DAS) was founded in 1993 with a mission to respond to educational, social and cultural challenges that have hindered development in low-income immigrant communities. It offers professional courses such as engineering, law, scientific research and audiovisual technology as well as 10 languages including American Sign Language. It also provides 15 AP courses with selective programs in scientific research, mathematics and humanities.
Queens College faculty members are renowned for their excellent research, scholarships and teaching. They are appointed by City University to the highest position in the system. The Center for Ethnic Racial & Religious Understanding (CERRU) is an educational center on diversity located on campus that provides non-violent communication tools to close social differences. The Dominican-American Society of Queens (DASQ) is a 501(c)(non-profit) organization that has been involved in many community projects focusing on adult literacy and job training.
It also offers six selective programs including environmental engineering and sports medicine. The Center for Byzantine & Modern Greek Studies (CBGMS) promotes Byzantine & Neo-Hellenic research & publications while supporting & coordinating teaching related subjects at Queens College. The Academic Senate (AS) is responsible for formulating policies related to admission & retention of students as well as curriculum & granting degrees. Finally, Ministers are a resource of religious & ethical information & insight for both academics & residents living in Queens County.
This year's Affiliate of the Year peer exchange took place when DASQ attended an event to congratulate MAAC for its recognition as Affiliate of the Year. These organizations have been making a positive impact on Queens County by providing quality education opportunities for all residents. From professional development courses to community projects focusing on adult literacy, these societies are dedicated to helping people reach their full potential.
