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Melvis Santa performing in the Green Lounge of Woodlands Hall 1

Melvis Santa Presents: Jazz Orishas

Alexia Croll April 17, 2025

“My music is mine” were the opening words to Melvis Santa’s musical selections.  On March 6th in the Green Lounge of Woodlands Hall 1, the Social and Environmental Justice Institute, Art Lab,...

Flaco spotted amongst the blades of grass

Finding Flaco: Catching Flight With New York City’s Favorite Owl

Suha Syed April 17, 2025

The crisp, lightly frigid breeze of late February serenaded my senses as I drove to Central Park for a photo shoot for my friend’s small business. Headed westbound on the Long Island Expressway to...

Photo of Jamari Williams on the basketball court. Photo Credit: O.W. Athletic Communications

Jamari Williams: A Player Profile

Anthony Payamps April 15, 2025

Jamari Williams is a 6'5 junior wing forward from Miami, Florida, whose game has been steadily  evolving with each season. Known for his versatility on the court, Williams is a dynamic player  capable...

Plunderer: The Life & Times of a Nazi Art Thief Promotional Movie Poster

John Friedman’s Documentary: “Plunderer” The Life and Times of a Nazi Art Thief

Mary Jane Hernandez April 15, 2025

On February 19th, 2025 Professor John Friedman appeared on Fox 5 NY’s Good Day New York in advance of his film’s premiere on PBS channels WNET (New York City)  and WLIW (Long Island) Friedman discussed...

Birds of Prey Take Flight at SUNY Old Westbury

Jackie Martinez April 9, 2025

On March 4th, 2025, SUNY Old Westbury hosted a presentation by Sweetbriar Nature Center. It was sponsored by OW STEAM, the Honors College, CEEC, SEJI, the OW English Department, and the Environmental...

Photo of Emergency Callbox outside of Woodlands Halls

SUNY Old Westbury Has an Emergency?

Aaliyah Laldee April 9, 2025

At SUNY Old Westbury, ensuring student safety should be a top priority, especially given the campus’s vast, wooded landscape. However, the placement of emergency call buttons designed to provide immediate...

Panthers Fight Back to Claim Conference Win Over The Marines

Anthony Payamps March 30, 2025

The Old Westbury Panthers won a close game against the United States Merchant Marine Academy Marines in Kings Point on February 11th, 69-65, after a strong second-half comeback. This victory broke their...

Panelists for National Girls and Women in Sports Month Event

OW Athletics Hosts Inspiring Women in Sports Panel

Juliana Vasquez, Sports Editor March 29, 2025

In celebration of National Girls and Women in Sports Month, Old Westbury Athletics hosted a panel on Tuesday, February 25th, during common hour in the Panther’s Pad. The event was both powerful and insightful,...

Media News for You!

Media News for You!

The Catalyst March 28, 2025

This Week on New Media Beat: Netflix Localizing Production in Mexico! Can a Branded Podcast Make You Hungry? Make It Fair? U.K. Creatives Take On Big A.I. What TikTok Ban? Tech Makes...

 ‘UDem’ clothing table at the Campus Center Business Expo (@officialudem on social media)

A Day of Commerce: CSLI Hosts Expo for Black-Owned Businesses

Sam Hamilton March 27, 2025

Last month, SUNY Old Westbury’s entrepreneurial population had a chance to market their wares on Thursday, February 20th at the Power of Black Business Expo, another community strengthening event in...

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Seven Stories from New Media Beat!

The Catalyst March 14, 2025

This Week on New Media Beat: Artificial Intelligence in Public Relations! Can AI Write Scripts? Why Do NIL Athletes Love TikTok? Who Are the Popular Kids in the White House Press...

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Brand New Media Beat!

The Catalyst March 4, 2025

This Week on New Media Beat: What Is BuzzFeed Island? Is AI Replacing Human Ingenuity in Fashion? Are Basketball Fans Ready for Virtual Worlds? Social AI: Better Conversations...

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