24. Hubert Keen, Ph.D.

Once upon a time, Farmingdale State College was a little agricultural school, complete with livestock and fields. With those days long gone, the college, which opened in 1912, has had a long climb to get into modern times and compete. Under the direction of Keen, Farmingdale has blossomed. Enrollment is growing and it is also becoming one of the more competitive state schools. Farmingdale is also aggressive in renewable energy studies, among other curriculum initiatives. All this continues to flourish under the watchful eye of Keen, who has a lot at stake as he grows Farmingdale State College, despite the economic hardships of our time.