March is Women’s History month. It’s a month to celebrate women and the contributions that they’ve made in the world. Here’s a guide on how to celebrate Women’s History Month. The first step to celebrate this month is to learn. Learning about women’s history and the sometimes overlooked contributions that […]
On March 12, 2023, Hollywood’s biggest night, the 95th annual Oscars, took place. The beginning of the show was questionable with the order of presented awards changing before the ceremony started. The best animated film award went to Guillermo Del Toro’s Pinocchio, with his main statement being what he has […]
It’s March, which means Women’s History Month has officially begun! Even though many people know that International Women’s Day is on March 8, many people fail to realize that there is a Women’s History Month. Here is why it’s important to acknowledge it and celebrate it. For starters, Women’s History […]
Debates continue about whether a nationwide TikTok ban would be necessary for national security or a violation of freedom of speech. The social media platform, TikTok, allows users to post and interact with short 15 second to 3 minute video content. Back in September of 2021, the application hit 1 […]
A couple weeks ago, my mom scrolled through the channels on our living room television. All of a sudden on the screen we saw a British man yell, “muppet!” at someone dressed in military uniform for flipping into a body of water. Obviously, we kept watching. We then realized some […]
On Friday March 3, 2023, the second theatrical installment of the Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba franchise, Demon Slayer: Swordsmith Village, was released in English dub and with English subtitles. Prior to the movie’s release, rumors regarding the content of the movie started flying around various internet forums. The movie […]
Frida Kahlo, self-portrait with thorn necklace and hummingbird, 1940. Frida Kahlo, the Mexican artist, has become an icon due in part to her unique personality and multifaceted life. Since her death in 1954, Kahlo has become a global symbol of resilience against patriarchal oppression, a feminist icon, and, thanks to […]
You may hear the plot to this movie and think to yourself “a bear does cocaine and then kills a bunch of people, who comes up with this tomfoolery” but this movie’s premise is actually based on a true story—kind of. According to Esquire Magazine, back in 1985 drug smugglers […]
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731 Welcome Lake Rd, Hawley, PA 18428 Starts at $164 per night for 4 adults For Super Bowl Weekend, my family and I went to Woodloch Pines for a little getaway and we had an amazing time! Located in Hawley, PA, Woodloch Pines is an all-inclusive resort. Instead of it […]
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
