A growing number of students are looking to online high school and college offerings as a flexible option to get the education they need to get ahead. Employers are beginning to catch on that offering these kinds of programs can help attract and retain employees. Starbucks, Wal-Mart, and Taco Bell made headlines this year by
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The benefits of a Part-Time Job
Taking on a part-time job while pursuing a degree is hard work, but the benefits are typically more than just a paycheck. “Working part-time gives students the opportunity to explore different areas of interest and hopefully put a foot into the door of new opportunities that will be of benefit to their careers,” said Bayleigh
Are Compliments the Key to Success?
Students have a lot on their plate, between presentations, exams, and other occasions in which they need to bring their A-game. Recent research shows that encouragement can help improve performance. This article from New York magazine (http://nymag.com/scienceofus/2015/09/please-tell-me-about-a-time-i-was-awesome.html ) talks about a Harvard Business School working paper (http://papers.ssrn.com/sol3/papers.cfm?abstract_id=2662057 )on “best-self activation” that suggests that asking friends
YMCA Visits CW
Geraldine Brown, Director of Philanthropy & Marketing for the YMCA of Central & Northern Westchester, visited CW to speak to the Marketing Management Class. Geri shared her experience in the retail industry and how her marketing skills have always been useful, “You’ll hear about marketing for the rest of your life because you’ll always need
Congratulations to Day Students of Semester, Kemique Jacobs & Brittany Rosario
Kemique Jacobs (left in photo) is enrolled in the BBA in Accounting program with a 3.83 cumulative GPA. Kemique has consistently been on the Dean’s and President’s list. His many activities at CW includes being a member of the Sigma Beta Delta Honor Society, President of the CW Chapter of NABA, Captain of the Basketball
Students Get Awarded & Sign Up for Clubs
The Fall Semester Student Recognition/Club Day 2015 took place in the Student Center to honor the best students of last Spring. With Esperanza Cruz, Students Affairs Administrative Coordinator, serving as M.C., students were honored for their achievements last term. President & CEO Mary Beth Del Balzo named BBA student Kenique Jacobs and MAM student Brittanny
Apps to Keep Students Organized
Online students have a lot to keep track of. These apps can help you balance school, work, and life. Evernote https://evernote.com/ This note-taking organizational tool allows you to collect and annotate all different kinds of material in one place. It’s especially helpful for taking notes during class or collecting helpful articles when researching. You can
Fall Evening Orientation
Orientation is the best time to familiarize yourself with everything around the building, our faculty, staff, and the many valuable services available to you. CW welcomed our evening students during yesterday’s Adult College Fall I New Student Orientation. During the event students were greeted by our President and CEO, Mary Beth Del Balzo, “The things
Hispanic Heritage Celebration
From mid-September to mid-October the U.S. National Hispanic Heritage Month celebrates the vibrant culture of Latin American countries. The Hispanic Heritage month is a time for celebrating the culture, art, and achievements of Hispanic people. Organized by the Office of Academics, CW joined the celebrations in the Student Center. Students enjoyed typical food from Latin
Regent Dr. Judith Johnson Visits CW!
Dr. Judith Johnson, a member of New York State’s Board of Regents serving the 9th District of New York State, of which CW is a part, spent time with administrators, faculty, and, most importantly, students of The College of Westchester. Dr. Johnson visited with classes, and felt that CW students exhibited self-confidence and resilience. Making