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CW is committed to its mission of being an academically student-centered college, providing the highest quality education, and this commitment extends beyond our own students. CW acknowledges the challenges students face when transitioning from high school to college, which is why we offer complimentary workshops for high school students to ease this transition.
Photographed L to R: WPYB Deputy Director Elizabeth Almonte, CW Chief of Staff Annette Casserly, Councilman Jeremiah Frei-Pearson, Mayor Thomas Roach, CW VP of Academic Affairs Dr. Erica Schacht, Executive Director Frank Williams, Jr., CW Student Pedro Villa,
and CW VP of Enrollment Management, Matt Curtis.
At The College of Westchester (CW), our commitment to empowering students through education and career readiness has always been at the heart of what we do. We are proud to share the exciting news of a new initiative that will significantly enhance our ongoing efforts in this regard—Project Digital JumpStart (PDJ), a collaboration with the City of White Plains Youth Bureau, supported by Mayor Thomas Roach.
Prof. Nugent was recently selected by her peers for the Faculty of the Year award. Professor Nugent is noted for her nurturing qualities that inspire students to excel. She has a dynamic presence in the classroom and knows how to make learning a fun and inclusive experience. She's compassionate and works tirelessly to meet each student's needs and ensure they have the support to succeed.
CW celebrates Sandy Guzman for receiving the Employee of the Year award. Sandy was selected for this award for her dedication, initiative, and teamwork. She consistently maintains utmost professionalism and positivity, fostering an inspiring work environment, all of which are the embodiment of The CW Way—valuing one another, uniting as a team, inspiring success, and making it happen.
As we celebrate the achievements of our graduates, let's also look forward to the bright futures they will forge, thanks to the solid foundation they have built at The College of Westchester. Our Keynote Speaker, Westchester Board Legislator, Jewel Williams Johnson, beautifully encapsulated this sentiment: “You have the power to make a difference. Turn whatever anxiety you may have into a positive action and never lose yourself or what you believe in.