The wellness industry has recently become a trending topic on social media across varying age groups. While the popularity of wellness has rapidly increased, this is not a new lifestyle. But, it has changed from the desire of good health and well-being to an obsession and constant yearning for healthy […]
When all Americans are treated as equal, no matter who they are or whom they love, we are all freer,” –Barack Obama. Every day, SUNY LGBTQIA+ students experience harassment and prejudice, either directly or indirectly. Therefore, all Suny Colleges need to take action to help LGTBQIA+ students feel safe on […]
340 Bleecker St, New York, NY Hours of Operation: Monday-Sunday 5-11 PM In the upper corner is a pesto pasta, Aperol Spritz, and on the bottom cacio e pepe with shrimp. Saint Theo’s is an upmarket Italian restaurant with a twist. The dishes we got were aesthetically pleasing and light, […]
“When all Americans are treated as equal, no matter who they are or whom they love, we are all freer.” -Barack Obama. Every day, SUNY LGBTQIA+ students experience harassment and prejudice, either directly or indirectly. Therefore, all Suny Colleges need to take action to help LGTBQIA+ students feel safe on […]
Protests in France have been raging on for days with more than a million angry protesters gathering against President Emmanuel Macron’s controversial pension reform that will raise the retirement age from 62 to 64 years old. Protesters have set fire to the town hall, blocked train tracks and highways, set […]
Peaceful protests outside of the Capitol Building. We are in a dangerous time in America, with more and more legislation being passed around the country that goes against the wishes of the people. Recently, six people were tragically killed in The Covenant School in Nashville Tennessee. Since then Bill Lee, […]
Today, our society is gender diverse. It’s critical to recognize and create environments that value and celebrate our diversity in gender identity and to incorporate this as part of our cultures. Culture has always influenced gender identity since the beginning of times. Culture and gender identity are closely related because […]
On March 13, 2023, President Biden approved the Willow oil drilling project on Alaska’s North Slope, according to the Wall Street Journal. The region is in the National Petroleum Reserve-Alaska, which is the nation’s largest piece of public land, the Washington Post reported. The region was first recognized by President […]
The month of March is designated as International Women’s Month, so women and their historical contributions throughout the world should be recognized and celebrated. Women are typically the primary caregivers of children and elders in every country worldwide. According to a recent study by Global Volunteers, women always help to […]
From left to right: Minister of state and national security adviser of Saudi Arabia Musaad Bin Mohammed Al Aiban; Wang Yi, Chinese senior diplomat; and Ali Shamkhani, the secretary of Iran’s Supreme National Security Council during a meeting in Beijing, China on March 10, 2023. In an unprecedented move, two […]
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
