Jacque Reid at SUNY Old Westbury’s networking event. Emmy Award-winning TV & radio talk show host Jacque Reid spoke to SUNY Old Westbury students on February 14th about using social media to launch their careers. The Media and Communications Department welcomed Reid to the Old Westbury community as part of […]
SUNY College at Old Westbury has received a federal grant allowing for the creation of the Center of Excellence for Veteran Student Success (CEVSS). The U.S. Department of Education granted SUNY Old Westbury over $538,000 for the Center. As the first New York State campus to ever receive funding from […]
(Photo: Renovation plans for the Northwell Health at Jones Beach Theater) If you live in Nassau County and have attended a summer concert, you’ve likely been to the Northwell Health at Jones Beach Theater in Wantagh, NY. This popular concert venue will receive upgrades as part of a five-year renovation […]
Warning: The following contains spoilers about an event and may include scary themes. The NYPD is hosting a thrilling event just in time for Halloween: “Terror on Totten.” This Haunted House consists of spooky fog, loud noises, and of course creepy characters! The Haunted House took place in a tall […]
On October 10, 2022, people around the world will recognize World Mental Health Day. The World Health Organization said the day provides a chance to “raise awareness of mental health issues around the world and to mobilize efforts in support of mental health.” The organization’s theme for this year, “Make […]
Joshua Bassett’s EP, “Sad Songs In A Hotel Room,” came out at midnight on September 23 and it certainly deserves recognition! “Sad Songs In A Hotel Room,” Bassett’s third EP and the title of the lead-off track, consists of six songs and highlights somber experiences. The fourth song on the […]
From September 28 to October 1, Panther Pride Homecoming will return to SUNY Old Westbury! Panther Pride Homecoming celebrates school pride. It brings the SUNY Old Westbury community together including students, faculty, staff, and even alumni through a series of events. The annual event last took place in Fall of […]
When walking around campus, you’ve probably noticed flags hanging around the inside of the Campus Center Atrium and New Academic Building. These flags represent the United States of America and say the words “NEVER FORGET.” They list the names of those who lost their lives at the September 11, 2001 […]
From September 7 to September 8, the New York Blood Center joined the SUNY Old Westbury community for a Blood Drive. Students and faculty lined up to donate blood in the Campus Center Atrium. Informational posters and New York Blood Center Signs listing blood-related facts, eligibility criteria, and personal stories […]
Recently, I attended a wedding at the Flowerfield venue, located in St. James, NY. Despite rain dripping down the window of the shuttle, the features of the Flowerfield grounds caught the guests’ attention. At the entrance, a large fountain that graciously sprayed water. A long canopy decorated in lights led […]
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
