Mineola, NY -Nassau County Legislator Diane Yatauro (D-Glen Cove) and majority members recently approved a $2.5 million information technology upgrade for Nassau Community College, which once completed, will enable students to register online, make payments, and access class information.

"The $2.5 million project will allow for the future growth of the college," according to Legislator Yatauro. The project was included in the county's recently-approved $96.5 million capital plan and will allow for online registration, online payments and access to class information. It was also allow for more consistent operation, particularly during peak enrollment periods.

"Nassau Community College students will now have the option to register at their convenience," said Legislator Yatauro. "In fact, other colleges report that the peak time for online registration is sometime around 3 a.m., so this is obviously a wonderful option for students."

Increased online capability allows students more flexibility in finding and creating the perfect schedule. It will also provide them with available information about the offered courses and save them the hassle of being blocked out of a required course.

Sean Fanelli, President of Nassau Community College was pleased with the legislature's decision to approve the project.

"Through this project, the legislature shows its continuing support for Nassau Community College and its mission of serving its students and the Long Island Community," he said.

"An investment in our student's education is an investment in Nassau County's future," added Yatauro.