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CW Alumni Return to Inspire Next Generation at Scholarship Event

Posted on April 30, 2026 - Posted in: Blog, CW News

WHITE PLAINS, NY — The College of Westchester (CW) welcomed back accomplished alumni Kahleel Neil and Amoya Nicholson to share their journeys with future students awarded CW scholarships.
The event brought together future students and their families centered on centered on perseverance, opportunity, and career success. Both alumni reflected on how their CW experience helped shape their paths and laid the foundation for their achievements.

Neil, a marketing and business development professional and cum laude graduate of CW’s Interactive Digital Media & Marketing program, spoke about turning uncertainty into direction through consistency and resilience. He encouraged students to step outside their comfort zones, embrace challenges, and stay committed to their goals.

Nicholson, a summa cum laude graduate in Information Technology, shared her journey of relocating to the United States and building a successful career in IT. She highlighted CW’s hands-on, career-focused education and emphasized how scholarships can reduce financial stress and allow students to fully focus on their future.
Together, their stories highlighted the transformative power of education, mentorship, and financial support. Both speakers urged students to make the most of every opportunity and remain focused on long-term success.

Messages from our Alumni to future students:

A little about The College of Westchester…

We pride ourselves on providing personalized attention to each student from admissions through graduation and beyond through career services assistance and the Alumni Association.

CW’s distinguished faculty bring extensive industry experience and a commitment to student success. An average student-to-faculty ratio of 19:1 fosters personalized attention, meaningful mentorship, collaborative learning, and the support students need to reach their academic and career goals.

About 75% of our students are first-generation college attendees, and our campus is recognized as one of the safest in New York State.

Student Success is our focus!  47% of Day students make the Dean’s list. Additionally, CW is recognized as being in the top 25 colleges in terms of percentage of students participating in the Phi Theta Kappa Honors program.

100% of CW academic programs include coursework that incorporates AI and generative AI, providing students with hands-on experience using the latest technologies and developing the in-demand skills needed in today’s workforce.

To support busy learners, CW offers flexible scheduling options with Day and Evening Flex formats, as well as fully online degree programs that allow students to balance their education with work and personal commitments.

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