Scoring a job interview can be both exciting and nerve-racking. Taking some time to check in with yourself before you suit up about what your goals are and what’s important to you can help you zero in on how to answer questions your potential employer may ask. Plus, knowing how to act during the interview
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Happy Thanksgiving!
I am grateful to all of our faculty and staff for your hard work and dedication to CW, to our students and to each other. We have continued to provide a meaningful and amazing education to so very many students over the years. You motivate me every day. I am unceasingly inspired by all of
Honors Ceremony
Thursday, November 19, The College of Westchester held its 2015 induction ceremony for new Phi Theta Kappa, Sigma Beta Delta, and Honors Program students. Many wonderful, bright and hardworking students continue to be mentored, taught and inspired by us, and, in turn, they inspire us, their families and the world. This is one of the
Give Thanks to Boost Productivity
With Thanksgiving just a few days away, the topic of gratitude has been on a lot of people’s minds. Life can get hectic, and it’s a good reminder, no matter what your current reality is like, to take a moment to appreciate the good things, big and small. It can be something like being grateful
Great American Smokeout
The American Cancer Society’s Great American Smokeout happens every third Thursday across the country and CW participated in the national campaign “Quit like a Champion.” The students in Dr. Wright’s Anatomy and Physiology II class created several displays to promote tobacco awareness in the Student Center. According to the ACS there are 42 million Americans smoking
Prayers for the World
Our hearts and prayers go to our friends and family in Paris, as well as those who recently suffered terrorist attacks in Beirut, Kenya and Baghdad. A friend of mine reposted a comment on Facebook that began; “It is not only Paris we should pray for…It is the world.” As we open our hearts to
The Rise of Cheating in Online Education
Cheating has always been an issue in education. Students used to sneak notes into exam rooms and pay friends to write their term papers. Now, as education continues to move online, so has cheating. In fact, it’s become a booming industry. This article from The Atlantic (http://www.theatlantic.com/education/archive/2015/11/cheating-through-online-courses/413770/ ) explores the growth in paid services available
CW Celebrates Veterans Day
On Veterans Day, Americans across the nation were honoring the sacrifices and service of the nation’s armed forces with parades, wreath-laying ceremonies and other events. The College of Westchester contributed to honor and thank our veterans during a ceremony organized by the Stars & Stripes Club. Veterans Day Celebration included the singing of the National
Veterans Day
Today, Veterans Day is designated to commemorate all living and deceased veterans who heeded the call of duty. That would include those missing in action, our wounded warriors, former prisoners of war and millions of veterans who have served both in war and peace. We send our love and gratitude to our Veterans and their
Greenburgh Judge Visits CW
The Greenburgh Judge visited The College of Westchester to share insights of what it really means to be a Judge and handle several cases every day. Introduction to Business, College Math, and Business Law classes engaged with Hon. Walter Rivera, Court Judge in the Town of Greenburgh covered many important topics involving the daily routine