Over the last four years, America has been holding its breath in anticipation of the 2024 presidential election. In a time where election results can be doubted, facts are easily confused with misinformation, and even news sources are hard to believe, politics have become a loaded discussion. Depending on your […]
Last year many of us were excited when SUNY Old Westbury installed water bottle filling stations all around campus. With two on the first floor of the New Academic building and one on each floor above, many were happy to stop paying for water out of school. They popped up […]
When students returned back to school after a long summer off, many may have noticed the newest addition to campus— a large, hollywood-sign-style ‘OW’ near the campus center parking lot. This sign is Old Westbury’s latest effort to create a bold, recognizable landmark to reinforce school pride and act as […]
Are you looking for an affordable child care opportunity available to any member of the Old Westbury community? Look no further—SUNY Old Westbury’s child care center is finally reopening after a four year closure! College can be difficult already—finding a safe space to watch your child doesn’t have to be. […]
Old Westbury welcomed the largest freshman class in the college’s history this Fall 2024 semester. With 837 freshmen, Old Westbury surpassed last year’s record, already a banner year, by over a hundred. The Office of Admissions noted there were 10,600 applications, a nearly 3,800 student jump. With hallways fuller than […]
Have you run into a deer on campus? You aren’t alone. The SUNY Old Westbury community has been battling an unexpected, furry obstacle—deer have become infamous for popping up all around campus. Night and day, rain or shine, spring and fall, the deer are out there. Students have had numerous […]
The English department celebrated the highly anticipated release of Elizabeth Schmermund’s new book of poetry, Alexander the Great, on Tuesday, March 26. Professors Nicholas Powers and Jessica Williams shared heartfelt introductions. The release party was an opportunity for students and faculty to show their support for her achievement. Dr. Schmermund […]
President Timothy Sams celebrated his third Old Westbury anniversary on January 11, 2024. His leadership expertise is based on more than 30 years of experience in higher education. In 2023, City & State named him one of the “Long Island Power 100.” Sams is focused on creating a world class […]
Credit: Olivia Ambery The Center for Athletics, Intramural & Recreation orchestrated yet another successful edition of the Heart Healthy Run/Walk at the Clark Athletic Center on Thursday, February 15, during a common hour at SUNY Old Westbury. Named appropriately for Valentine’s Day, the Heart Healthy Run/Walk was an opportunity for […]
