Swin says, “Sometimes we’re too scared to step outside of the box, or that comfort zone trying to gain the knowledge or the relationships that we need. So my advice to you is always get comfortable being uncomfortable. If your personality is very reserved and you don’t like speaking in front of people or you
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The Good Flavor of Victory
College graduation is a bittersweet moment in the life of a young adult. The excitement of embarking on a new adventure as a working professional is tempered by the sadness of parting ways with friends and, faculty, and staff who won’t soon be forgotten. But for Naika Saint Preux, her college degree has only one
Students Accepted into Prestigious i3 Program
CW Students Amy Castillo, Naika Saint Preux, and Desiree Scretching were selected to participate in the i3 Scholar Undergraduate Research Program at the University of Pittsburgh, School of Information Sciences. The undergraduate program, supported in part by the Andrew W. Mellon Foundation, focuses on research and leadership development for underrepresented populations across the country and
The MOMentum that took 42 years to generate
Being a mom is supposed to be all sunshine, rainbows, and gifts, but it certainly wasn’t the case for Marie Russo over four decades ago, “I was forced to leave high school due to my pregnancy. I was given up on, thrown away, told I had ruined my life and would never amount to anything.”
Students of the Semester
Congratulations to our Winter 2018 Students of the Semester, Joseph Gonzalez and Abraham Lamboy! Joseph Gonzalez (Bachelor’s) Joseph Gonzalez is enrolled in the BBA degree in Accounting with a 3.89 cumulative GPA. He is a member of the Phi Theta Kappa National Honors Society and has consistently earned Dean’s List recognition since enrolled at CW.
An Amazing Experience!
CW Students Joseph Gonzalez, Garwayne McGregor, and David Rivas recently participated at Clemson Institute for the Study of Capitalism in South Carolina to learn about what capitalism and morality are, and how to effectively fight for them. The students had the opportunity to join other students from across the U.S. and other countries. “Being at
It’s the Start of Spring at CW!
Today we welcomed our new students with orientation! Day College Students were greeted by Dr. Warren Rosenberg, Provost and Vice President of Academic Affairs, “while some of you may be nervous, may be questioning your ability to do this, I know that none of you consider yourselves to be quitters, failures or losers. So let’s
CW Students Learn About Google’s Path to Management
As a college preparing students for entry into the regional workforce with highly regarded programs in business and computer technology, it was only natural to have a representative of Google visit The College of Westchester’s campus. Google, one of the most innovative companies in the world, has been expanding its presence in New York City
Adult College Spring Term Begins!
Orientation Day is an opportunity for newcomers to be introduced to faculty and staff members. It is also a great opportunity to network with other new students. CW welcomed our evening students during the Adult College Spring Term II Student Orientation. Students were greeted by Dr. Warren Rosenberg, Provost and Vice President of Academic Affairs.
CWCF 10th Annual Scholarship Fundraiser
White Plains, NY – The College of Westchester Charitable Foundation (CWCF) hosted its 10th Annual Scholarship Fundraiser, honoring 13 scholarship recipients. This year’s event was especially gratifying with the announcement of two new grants awarded to the foundation by Sterling National Bank Charitable Foundation and Entergy. Marissa Weidner, Co-President of the CWCF, and Lucy Amicucci