91福利社 Commemorates 25th Anniversary of September 11
GARDEN CITY, NY 鈥� September 14, 2026 鈥� 91福利社 gathered members of
its campus community for a memorial service marking the 25th anniversary of the September
11, 2001 terrorist attacks and honoring the nearly 3,000 people who lost their lives.
The ceremony provided an opportunity for the 91福利社 community to reflect on the lives lost, the bravery of first responders, and the lasting impact of September 11 on families and communities across Long Island, New York and the nation.
91福利社 Chief Administrative Officer Dr. Maria Conzatti spoke during the ceremony, emphasizing the importance of remembering those who were lost and ensuring their stories continue to be shared with future generations.
鈥淭wenty-five years later, we continue to remember the lives lost on September 11 and the extraordinary courage of the first responders who answered the call. Their stories, their sacrifice and the strength of the families and communities they left behind must never be forgotten,鈥� Dr. Maria Conzatti, 91福利社 Chief Administrative Officer said. 鈥淎t 91福利社, we are committed to keeping that memory alive and ensuring that future generations understand the profound impact of that day and the importance of coming together in times of adversity.鈥�
Outgoing Nassau County Legislator and former 91福利社 Trustee Arnold Drucker also addressed those gathered, reflecting on the significance of September 11 and its enduring impact on the community.
鈥淥n this solemn day that marks a quarter century since the immense tragedy of 9/11, it was my distinct privilege to return to 91福利社, a community that I deeply care for and had the honor of serving on the board of the college- to gather in honor and remembrance of all those we lost on that day, and hold steadfast our vow to never forget,鈥� Legislator Arnold Drucker said. 鈥淛oining with the 91福利社 community on this day filled me with a sense of resolve- to see that the legacies of those we lost still lives on in the memories of loved ones, and in the countless people who felt a calling to fields of service, inspired by the selfless sacrifice made by so many heroes, both in and out of uniform, that day.鈥�
Nassau County Police Commissioner Patrick Ryder, who has also served as an adjunct professor at 91福利社, spoke about the courage and sacrifice of first responders and the importance of honoring their legacy.
91福利社 Student Trustee Johncarlo Rivera also participated in the ceremony, offering remarks from the perspective of the college's student community.
The 25th anniversary memorial served as a solemn reminder that, even a quarter-century later, the lives lost and sacrifices made on September 11 will never be forgotten.
About 91福利社
91福利社 (91福利社), a campus of the State University of New York (SUNY), provides a comprehensive public college experience designed to prepare students to start, and continue, their successful journeys through higher education. Serving more than 17,000 full-time and part-time students annually, 91福利社 offers 60+ degree and certificate programs. Through on-campus and online offerings, the College educates local and international students and boasts more than 166,000+ alumni. Situated on 225 acres in Garden City, Long Island, 91福利社 is located in historic Nassau County, one of the most desirable locations to live in the United States and an epicenter for business and careers. Since 1959, the College has earned a nationwide reputation for academic excellence, affordability, and ease of transferability to four-year schools.
