Sports have played a pivotal role in our society dating back to the early 1900s. Individuals hold sports in a sacred light, individuals who can take it or leave it as well as individuals who couldn’t give a hoot. Yes, sports, in fact, are a small slice of pleasure we […]
In early March, when the United States had just crossed double-digit coronavirus cases, President Donald Trump stated at the Centers For Disease Control and Prevention headquarters in Atlanta: “And the whole situation is — the testing has been amazing, actually. What they’ve been able to produce in such a short […]
Almost everything around the world has been affected by COVID-19 pandemic. Sporting events have been canceled, schools are closed, like our very own SUNY Old Westbury, and toilet paper and other essentials are flying off the shelves faster than Sonic the Hedgehog can run around the world. Even though there […]
Out of the 5,732 students currently enrolled at SUNY Old Westbury, 82% live off-campus. According to usnews.com, only 18% of students reside in college-owned housing, while the rest are commuters. With such a large number of individuals driving to and from school on a weekly basis, safety measures on the […]
On April 22, 1970, over twenty million Americans recognized the first Earth Day by cleaning up the streets, local parks, campuses, and fought to raise awareness of a deteriorating Earth. The younger generations of America were calling for the preservation of the environment, thus necessitating the government to institute the […]
Throughout the month of February, many people are inspired to delve deep into researching and analyzing black history. One of the most popular discourses surrounding blackness is representation in entertainment, both the flattering and unflattering aspects of it. For centuries, African-Americans and other minorities have been subject to false […]
Works by Jackie Branson, Pam Brown, Roxi Marsen, and Tmima Z Amelia A. Wallace Gallery Until November 27th, 2019 This exhibition features the work of four contemporary artists; Jackie Branson, Pam Brown, Roxi Marsen, and Tmima Z; and was curated by Pam Brown and Stephen Lamia. “The one thing […]
In a career that spans over five decades, Stephen King has been terrifying his readers with his writing. He has created some of the most nefarious characters in literature, from the demonic clown of It to the psychotic nurse in Misery. He has been described by many as the “King of […]
As we venture further into the fall/winter season, many of us may be looking to add some new pieces of clothing into our wardrobe. While there are a plethora of brands to choose from some brands that are often overlooked are those that reside in the land of the rising […]
Best-selling artist Post Malone played back-to-back at Madison Square Garden (MSG) with his “Runaway Tour” on October 14th and 15th; with openers Tyla Yaweh, Funkmaster Flex and Swae Lee. Malone sold tickets to his tour to coincide with the rollout of his most recent album, Hollywood’s Bleeding. Malone is an American […]
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
