On November 30, SUNY Old Westbury announced the fellows for the new STEAM initiative. “The STEAM initiative was created because we realized how important science and technology-oriented programs are to our students,” said Mike Kavic, Assistant Provost for Research and Strategic Academic Initiatives. Kavic says that he pushed for an interactive […]
The country of Nicaragua is in celebration after a historic Miss Universe win. Sheynnis Palacio was crowned Miss Universe 2023 on November 18, 2023. This win means a lot to the Nicaraguans because it is not only the farthest a contestant from the country has gone, but it’s also the […]
The Natural Sciences Building is in disrepair. After several years of delays, a multi-year plan to renovate the Natural Sciences Building (NSB) will finally begin in the summer of 2024. The plan is to expand the building and add upgrades to all the teaching and research spaces. Plans for the […]
There is no doubt that Bad Bunny is one of the most popular artists in the world right now. In 2022, he captivated the world with his hit album Un Verano Sin Ti, making it the most streamed album of the year and solidifying himself as the biggest artist of […]
Alyse Then is the freshman breaking SUNY Old Westbury records. Then has broken the record for most soccer goals as a freshman, a record that was previously set by Cassie Esposito at 17 goals in 2008. Then has managed to score 24 goals this season, so far. Then has been […]
Photo Credit: Oldwestbury.edu After nearly 4 years of feeling the effects of COVID-19, SUNY Old Westbury has seen an increase in enrollment. “We saw a really large number of returning students who dropped out during COVID,” said Bryan Terry, vice president of enrollment management and marketing. “But now that we’ve […]
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
