Photograph from left to right: Marianne Spencer, Cristine Tesoriero, Dr. Margaret Sikhism, Faylon Robinson, Adele Gutierrez, Dr. Ellen Feit, Anna Sbano, and Kristen Mantikas. SUNY Old Westbury’s Student Health Center is a resource available to all registered students. It promotes wellness by providing knowledge about disease prevention, treatment, and maintenance […]
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 […]
Jessi Vasquez has been playing soccer since he was 6 years old and has been his passion ever since. He is a left winger for the Old Westbury Panthers, and he is so passionate about soccer because it’s an escape for him. When he plays soccer, everything else is irrelevant […]
The Amelie A. Wallace Gallery at SUNY College at Old Westbury hosted an art exhibition titled Howls that Wake Us in the Night, featuring artist Kenny Feldsott’s paintings. The exhibition had nearly forty paintings and works created by Feldsott. The paintings reflected topics of postcolonial traumas, violence, and human redemption. […]
As the hot summer days, loud dirt bikes, and open fire hydrants that become sanctuary to local neighborhood children come to a close, We the Panthers embark on a new journey that is meant to guarantee us well paying 9 to 5’s, or something like that. Panthers far and wide […]
Most high-school and college students graduate with little-to-no knowledge regarding practical finances. Schools do not educate students well enough about information on basic banking, credit, mortgages, investments, loans etc. Current education systems do not include information on healthcare insurance either. This is important for students to learn because once an […]
Brianna Knibbs, fidgeted with the white fringe tassels in her hand, her silhouette through the Zoom screen standing out in front of the lime green walls and white headboard, her eyes closed as she recalled early school memories. “I was always a top student, very into my studies and with […]
Director Matt Reeves, creator of a masterpiece called The Batman has recently hit theaters on March 4. The film is led by Robert Pattinson as Batman, the superhero protector of Gotham City. A vigilante dressed as a bat, he fights against major crime all over the city. His true identity […]
Announced in December 2021 and released in February 2022, Beatles drummer Ringo Starr has released a new book, titled Lifted. Released exclusively through Julien’s Auctions, the new book contains never before seen photographs and new stories from the legendary drummer. Julien’s Auctions released two versions of the book: the Collector’s […]
Dear Ella, I hope you value family. The people who raise you will always be by your side in times of happiness and in times of hardship. Family will always be your foundation, your identity, and your home. In time, you will come to learn that family is responsible for […]
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
