It’s First-Generation week, and we continue our conversations with those students who are the first ones to graduate from college in their families. Here’s our conversation with Karaishma Rai, a Healthcare Services Administration major.
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First Generation College Student Week at CW - Karaishma Rai

Karaishma Rai, College of Westchester Healthcare Services Administration major
First Generation College Student Week at CW - Priscilla Flores

Priscilla Flores, College of Westchester Information Technology Grad; Class of 2019.
Always involved in many activities on campus, Priscilla Flores has lived the college experience to her fullest potential at The College of Westchester (CW). From a variety of clubs, student ambassadors programs, community events, Priscilla is always willing to help. It seems that we all know her really well. However, what not too many people know is that she is a first-generation college student. Since the sky is the limit, a bachelor’s degree is not enough.
First Generation College Student Week at CW - Janna Gullery

Janna Gullery, Dean of Student Life and Empower Program at CW
When you get a college degree, you get more choices. That’s what Janna Gullery thought when she was a college student. But she wanted even more choices so she went for her master’s degree. Now as a Dean of Student Life and Empower Program at CW, she looks back and she is proud of her accomplishments. Her efforts paid off and now she helps other students to complete their journey.
First Generation College Student Week at CW - Darian Giriat

Darian Giriat, College of Westchester Computer Networking Administration major
We are proud to share student success stories and the value they add, to not only the CW campus, but also our entire community. Despite the obstacles, it’s possible to obtain a college degree and improve the quality of life of themselves and their families. Here is our Q&A with Darian Giriat a Computer Networking Administration major at The College of Westchester.
Who or what inspires you to earn your degree? Why?
A Message from the President - November 2, 2020

What’s our next move at CW? Remote Classes Continue….