For Immediate Release
October 22, 2024

Suffolk County Community College Student Accepted to the Education First (EF) Future Nobel Laureates Scholarship Program

Suffolk County Community College Student, Stefanie Karayoff, was accepted to the Future Nobel Laureates Scholarship Program. For a hi-res image visit: https://photos.app.goo.gl/ZgEm4rfrxQP2NHmu7

Stefanie Karayoff, a Suffolk County Community College student and a resident of Ronkonkoma, has been awarded admission into the prestigious EF Future Nobel Laureates Scholarship Program. Created with the Nobel Prize Museum and the Forum on Education Abroad, this student program is fueled by the belief that in order to change the world, students need to experience it.

Selected students will enjoy a fully funded opportunity that encompasses a project-based course, an immersive field study, and engaging sessions at the Nobel Week Dialogue in Sweden, centered on “The Future of Health.” In collaborative teams, they will brainstorm and present innovative solutions to urgent global challenges. Alongside the project-based course and international field study, scholars will have the chance to learn from global thought leaders, enriching their understanding and expanding their perspectives.

“I am incredibly honored to receive this scholarship,” said Stefanie. “This opportunity will not only enhance my education but also allow me to engage with diverse perspectives and contribute to meaningful conversations on global challenges.”

Stefanie is currently pursuing a degree in Engineering Science at Suffolk County Community College, where she has consistently excelled in her studies and demonstrated a commitment to community service and leadership. Her passions include robotics and STEM advocacy. 

“This scholarship is a testament to Stefanie's hard work and dedication,” said Dr. Edward Bonahue, President, Suffolk County Community College. “We are proud to have her represent the College on this international platform.”

About Suffolk County Community College

Suffolk County Community College is the largest, most comprehensive community college in the State University of New York (SUNY) system, enrolling more than 21,000 students in over 100 degree and certificate programs. With over 145,000 alumni, Suffolk County Community College is dedicated to meeting the demands of regional employers. The college has built an extensive track record of successfully training and educating its students through pathways from high school, to college, and into careers.

About EF Study Abroad

Since 1965, EF Education First has helped millions of people discover more about the world (and themselves) through cultural immersion, educational exchange, and language learning—all driven by the belief that the world is better when people try to understand one another. At EF Study Abroad, we partner with top colleges and universities to facilitate experiences that enhance traditional academia through multi-disciplinary learning and immersion.