One class that every student should take is Transformative Learning. Many students are fortunate enough to take this course with Prof. Erica Schacht. This course introduces students to the value of change, personal growth and transformation. Students learn about reflective thinking, create positive personal outlook, and foster “behavior of success.” She is an inspiration for all students, but particularly for young women. As the Chairperson of the General Education department, Prof.

Since day one, Claude Laviscount knew that the road to success was not going to be easy. Starting college as an adult, being a single mother, and having statistics against her for minority women succeeding in higher education, everything seemed to be against her. However, her determination, resilience, and commitment to excellence have helped her to stay in school and complete her bachelor’s degree. 

To continue the celebrations of Black History Month, we now put the spotlight on Dr. Shamva Wright-Shingler, the Chairperson of The School of Health Professions at CW. She is loved by the students and respected by her colleagues. For Dr. Wright-Shingler, BHM is more than a month of remembrance, it’s the month that honors the rich history, experiences, struggles, and achievements of African Americans.

Congratulations to CW’s CIO, Kelly Walsh for being a recipient of the Info-Tech Research Group 2020 CIO Awards. Established in 2016, Infotech’s CIO awards recognize leaders who have demonstrated exceptional value to their organization and achieved high results through stakeholder satisfaction in Infotech’s Business Vision diagnostic program.