2024 Scholarship Recipients
Ardiana Gjelaj
BBA, Health Services Administration
Doris Metzger Miller Datakey Scholarship
"Achieving educational goals is not only important for my personal and professional development, but it also sets a positive example for my children. I aim to instill in them the value of lifelong learning and the importance of perseverance in the face of challenges. I hope to show them that dedication, hard work, and education can lead to personal fulfillment and professional success. By actively participating in discussions and engaging with professors, I believe I can foster a love for learning within them and help them understand the power of knowledge. I hope my pursuit of higher education will inspire them to set ambitious goals for themselves and embrace the endless possibilities that come with a solid education."
Anea Benjamin
BBA, Health Services Administration
Doris Metzger Miller Datakey Scholarship
"Giving back to my community has always been in my heart and will serve as a compass. I have already spent countless hours mentoring underprivileged teenagers at the financial literacy program, empowering them with budgeting skills. As a scholarship recipient, not only am I so grateful, but I am also driven to excel academically, hone my skills, and become a well-rounded professional who uses my knowledge to empower others and make the business world a force for good."
Taliyah Pemberton-Lorick
AAS, Medical Assistant Management
Jeanne Sutkowski Scholarship
"My commitment to academic excellence is thoroughly reflected in my 3.85 GPA. Additionally, my engagement in multiple clubs has not only enhanced my leadership skills but has also been a demonstration of my dedication to my extracurriculars. My personal journey has been a lesson in drive, patience, and persistence, qualities I believe to be integral to success. Education holds the utmost value in my life, and this scholarship serves as a crucial bridge, propelling me from one phase of life to the next. It is not just financial support; it is an investment in my unwavering pursuit of knowledge and personal growth."
Oumou Diallo
AOS, Health Information Administration
Alumni Scholarship
"My journey is not merely a personal pursuit but a commitment to setting a positive example for my five children. As a parent, I am acutely aware of the influence that actions and choices hold, and I am resolute in demonstrating the value of education, determination, and resilience. I firmly believe that through the attainment of a degree, I can instill in them the importance of lifelong learning, hard work, and the pursuit of one's dreams. Earning a degree in health information management is not solely a personal achievement; it is a commitment to service and a testament to my dedication to improving the health and well-being of those in my community."
Kellian Blake
BBA, Health Services Administration
Dr. William R. Papallo Scholarship
"I'm extremely passionate about healthcare because I genuinely want to have a positive impact on people's lives and communities. I have always been fascinated with the complex mechanisms of the human body and the possibility of enhancing lives via efficient healthcare administration. My genuine commitment is to improving patient outcomes, making high-quality healthcare services more accessible, and promoting efficiency in healthcare facilities. This scholarship gives me the opportunity to gain invaluable knowledge, allowing me the opportunity to fulfill my goals in healthcare industry."
Brian DeJesus
BBA, Health Services Administration
Webster Bank Scholarship
"I am pursuing my bachelor's in healthcare administration while juggling two jobs and caring for a newborn baby boy who was born in August of 2023. No matter what hardships I have been subjected to, I know now that I possess an unwavering commitment to bettering my life. I continue to work hard every day while balancing work and home life. I have been able to complete 2 successful semesters with over a 3.8 GPA. This scholarship enables me to enhance the opportunities for me and my family."
Cathy Jones
AAS, Medical Assistant Management
Audiology Associates Westchester Scholarship
"My whole life I've never been on any dean's list, but now I am a Phi Theta Kappa Honor Society member with a GPA of 3.80. I'm shocked and so proud of how far I have come over the past 10 years since I've been in high school. It's a big blessing to be able to go back to college and even though it's pricey, and hard work I need to keep moving forward. My dream job is working in pediatrics as a medical assistant then hopefully becoming a nurse in the pediatrics hospital. I know that it might take some time to land exactly where I want to be in the future, but I will get there."
Obinna Ejianya
BS, Information Technology
John Nunes Technology Scholarship
"My desire to attend a college was rooted in a deep passion for information technology, and a desire to succeed in the evolving field. The College of Westchester was a great choice because of it's commendable history, respectable faculty, and dedication to promoting an engaging and intellectual environment. It stood out as an ideal college to nurture my ambitions, and push me towards a successful career in information technology. I'm eager to contribute and grow as a skilled IT professional, and this scholarship allows me to do just that."
Abdourahman Mbye
BS, Computer Information Systems
Radford Quesada Networking Scholarship
"This scholarship can open doors to amazing educational opportunities that might otherwise be out of my reach. It will also help my overall academic and professional growth because scholarships like this are like a boost of motivation for me to do more without worrying about any financial hardship. I believe in my potential to reach my educational goals if only I have the means of full financial support and therefore, investing in my education is currently my only priority. This kind of motivation will create a cycle where my success will lead to more chances and achievements."
Nidera McCallum
BBA, Health Services Administration
CWCF Shining Star
"I have performed well in my studies at CW and have received several honors including Phi Theta Kappa. I have shown years of perseverance and dedication to continue my academic journey and this scholarship will help relieve so much anticipated stress of paying for college. I have overcome so many hardships and challenges and I gained strength to not give up on myself or my goals no matter what."
Sharlyn Gomez
BBA, Accounting
CWCF Shining Star
"My subject of study is an homage to my mother, not just a professional route. My mother, who is my biggest source of inspiration, has taught me the value of giving back and elevating people with education. This scholarship is a recognition of the tenacity that was ingrained in me and a tribute to the selflessness of a mother who sacrificed her everything to enable her child to have unbounded dreams. My story is about more than just a thirst for knowledge or becoming oneself. It's a story laced with resiliency, selflessness, and an underlying vow to honor the sacrifices made in my name."
Bancroft Grant
AS, Human Services
CWCF Shining Star
"I decided to take the plunge and enroll at The College of Westchester. I have not been disappointed, as my experiences have been incredible, and I am comfortable in the environment. I am pursuing an associate degree in human services, as this scholarship will equip me to advance my career at the hospital or in another organization. I am learning a lot, both academically and personally. It is challenging to be balancing school life with personal life, but I am adapting. As an adult learner who was out of the school system for a long time, I appreciate the attention."
Kerly Loja Toledo
BBA, Accounting
CWCF Shining Star
"One day I want to be able to help people like me. Kids who had to leave their friends and family behind for a journey to find a better life. My dream is to help those in need, people who have to choose between food or school. A choice that no one should ever encounter. One day I want to be able to create a non-profit company whose main priority will be helping immigrants with dreams like me. I want to be able to give back to the community and to my people. To create opportunities, such as the opportunity this scholarship is providing me."
Paula Lebron
BBA, Health Services Administration
CWCF Shining Star Scholarship
"Achieving my associate degree gave me the encouragement to continue with my education and I am now pursuing my BBA in Health Services Administration. It has been a struggle financially, but I tried my best to push further in achieving my education. Being the mother of three beautiful girls, I knew that I wanted to show them and prove to them that as women we can make it to the end and achieve anything we put our minds too no matter what life throws at us. Becoming a mother and finding myself raising them alone was a struggle within itself but I chose to turn it around to my advantage and this scholarship is enabling to complete my journey."
Amal Salameh
BBA, Accounting
CWCF Shining Star
"I'm a mother of two girls married and live with my family in Somers, NY. I'm Palestinian, born in Amman Jordan, where I attended high school. I was lucky to have the opportunity to finish my associate's degree at CW. This college was my guide as an immigrant and student, I was provided with all the tools to help me succeed and be recognized for my hard work and support with scholarships! I'm thankful for being part of CW! I will graduate in November 2024 with my bachelor's degree in accounting. My career goal is to master the role of accounting and never stop succeeding."