Known widely on campus as “Juice,” alumni Cassim Jewsbury recounts his experiences at the university before his graduation in May 2023. He began his SUNY Old Westbury journey in 2016 and notes one of his earliest memories was his freshman orientation. There, he was approached by a student who noticed […]
Landfills significantly contribute to climate change, as they generate and release methane gas and carbon dioxide. The American Studies Department, co-sponsored by the Social & Environmental Justice Institute, the Campus Environmental Education, and the Sojourner Truth Black Studies Center, hosted a discussion led by Monique Fitzgerald, a justice seeker, community […]
Rapper Doechii has recently released her third mixtape Alligator Bites Never Heal. She chose to release it as a mixtape instead of an album because she wanted as much creative freedom as possible. In an interview with Rolling Stone she says, “When you use words like “album” there are certain […]
Old Westbury alumni Moses Nunez Jr. paid the university a visit to share his experience and insights during his time in undergrad. This experience propelled him to heights in the media industry beyond his wildest dreams. He recounts his struggles as a young college student navigating his home and personal […]
Kaytranada put on an electrifying show on October 5th at Forest Hills Stadium to a sold out crowd. The historic venue is known for its optimized acoustics and unobstructed views, perfect for a first-class concert experience. Rapper and collaborator Channel Tres opened up the show and gave the crowd an […]
Dr. Shameika Williams, assistant professor of the Public Health Department, moderated a discussion for Black Maternal Health Week (April 11-17) in conjunction with the Social and Environmental Justice Institute at SUNY Old Westbury. The New York State Department of Health recognizes Black Maternal Health Week to raise awareness about health […]
In an age where it’s almost impossible to escape advertisements, trends, sponsored content and money-grabs, the act of buying transcends mere necessity. It’s become a defining aspect of day-to-day life. The constant pursuit of material goods is deeply ingrained in our cultural identity, influencing how we define success, status, and […]
Dr. Jillian Crocker. Credit: SUNY Old Westbury Dr. Jillian Crocker began serving a three-year term as the director of Women’s Gender & Sexuality Studies (WGSS) this year. She is a faculty member of SUNY Old Westbury’s sociology department who teaches courses such as Sociological Theory, Research Methods, Family and Society, […]
The New York Botanical Garden’s “The Orchid Show: Florals in Fashion” featured captivating floral displays curated by fashion designers that inspire and connect us to the natural world. Florals in Fashion is a celebration of our natural world. This show made visitors appreciate the impact of women in fashion. The […]
Chadijah Williams’ life story is inspirational. “Your situation is not your destination,” she exclaims. “You just gotta have enough faith and enough persistence to see it through.” TRIO Student Support Services and CSTEP invited Chadijah Williams to motivate students at the Student Union with a Black Heritage Seminar presentation via […]
