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CW Alum Receives 2026 Northwell Health TULIP Award

Posted on June 18, 2026 - Posted in: Blog, CW News

Dania Alwadi with AwardDania Alwadi, a graduate of CW’s Medical Assistant Management (2023) and Healthcare Services Administration (2024) programs, continues to make us proud. Currently serving as a Senior Medical Assistant and Phlebotomist at Northwell Health, Dania recently received the 2026 TULIP Award for Northwell Health’s Western Region. The TULIP Award, which stands for “The Touching Unique Lives in Practice,” recognizes medical assistants who go above and beyond in providing outstanding, compassionate, patient-centered care while working collaboratively to enhance the patient experience.

While at CW, Dania distinguished herself as a peer tutor, student leader, and advocate. She served as Student Government Association President, was selected Dania at Podiumas the 2024 Commencement student speaker, and graduated Summa Cum Laude with Honors and membership in the Sigma Beta Delta Honor Society.

Before becoming a standout student leader at The College of Westchester, Dania Alwadi attended Peekskill High School, where she participated in the school’s rigorous Science Research Program.

We congratulate Dania on this well-deserved recognition and thank her for continuing to exemplify the leadership, compassion, and excellence that define all CW Warriors who are a part of The College of Westchester community.

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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