Credit: Unsplash/Solen Feyissa On March 13, 2024, the United States House of Representatives passed a bill that could lead to the ban of TikTok, according to the Associated Press. This news has caused a great deal of uncertainty among the app’s users, who are now wondering what they will do […]
Credit: Daniel Jefferson ChatGPT is an advanced form of AI that can communicate with the user about limitless topics. It has revolutionized education. ChatGPT creates text responses that are so human that it might as well be one. It can answer questions, provide explanations, and help students with research. It […]
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As Mexico’s murder records continue to soar, the Mexican drug cartel has found a way to hide this sickening reality by using TikTok to exhibit a world of luxury through the use of exotic pets, lavish cars and dances. During the past couple of years, a majority of deaths […]
The Food Service Advisory Council (FSAC) bridges Chartwells Food Services to the Campus Community for meaningful conversation to create greater selections and service to the campus. We are looking for 4 resident students, 4 commuter students, 4 Faculty & Staff to serve upon this committee. All meetings are held in the Campus Center, Conference Room H -311 during common hour, 2:40 pm – 4:00 pm. Please contact Carol Kaunitz, Executive Director of the Auxiliary Service Corporation by email if you are interested kaunitzc@oldwestbury.edu or 516-628-5071. Your participation is valuable to provide a successful food service on campus.
Meeting Dates:
September 12, 2023
October 25, 2023
November 14, 2023
December 6, 2023
February 7, 2024
March 5, 2024
April 2, 2024
May 1, 2024
First Cohort of Dream U.S 2023 recipients at OW, scholar advisors and crear futuros mentors.
The Dream.US was founded in 2013 by American philanthropists and is the largest national college and career program for undocumented immigrant youth with or without DACA or TPS status.
Eligible students in New York may apply for The National Scholarship, which provides up to $33,000.00 for tuition and fees, plus a $1,500.00 yearly stipend for books and transportation.
Students must apply and enroll at a partner institution in New York to receive the scholarship. SUNY Old Westbury became a proud partner with The Dream.US in 2023!
The National Scholarship application opens November 1st and closes in February. It is open to high school and college students. Eligibility requirements for the scholarship include:
Students who apply for the National Scholarship are encouraged to also apply for financial aid through the Jose Peralta New York State Dream Act.
Any questions please contact:
Jocelyn Morales, M.A.
Admissions Advisor
TheDream.US Admissions Liaison
Desk: 516-628-5503
