2026 Scholarship Recipients
Shanon Bonner
AS, Human Services
Mayor Joe Delfino Scholarship
"Education has always been the central focus of my identity and aspirations. As I work toward completing my Human Services degree, I hope to give back by supporting and uplifting others in need. This scholarship will be an essential steppingstone toward achieving that goal, and I will carry itsimpact forward with gratitude, integrity, and purpose."
Cadesha Johnson
AS, Human Services
Audiology Associates Westchester Scholarship
"Education is not just about earning a degree, it is about growth, knowledge, and being able to use what you learn to help others. Pursuing my degree in Human Services at CW has helped me strengthen my understanding of counseling, ethics, and community support. Every class I take connects directly to what I do at work and what I want to do in the future. I want to become a licensed mental health counselor who helps youth and families build emotional strength, heal from trauma, and believe in themselves again."
Aliyah Joseph
BS, Human and Social Services
Jeanne Sutkowski Scholarship
"My passion for Human and Social Services comes from my desire to help people overcome obstacles and build better futures. I've always had
a heart for children and families who cannot help themselves, because I understand what it feels like to live with limited support. My goal is to work in programs that help families stay together, give children access to education, and provide individuals with disabilities the tools they need to live be fulfilling lives."
Bright Quansah
BS, Information Technology
Radford Quesada Networking Scholarship
"My interest in IT has always come from a very strong desire to implement technology for the greater good of the social community. I believe that with the proper application, technology can help in minimizing inequality, empowering communities, and providing chances to develop. During my studies, I got more interested in how IT can be applied to improve efficiency, innovation, and lives. That is why I would like to become part of that change. Someone who makes use of technology to obtain sustainable solutions to actual challenges in education, communication, and economic development."
Adriana Ramos
BBA, Business Administration
Doris Metzger Miller Datakey Scholarship
"Pursuing higher education represents more than a personal achievement. It is an honor and a responsibility. I understand that my journey can serve as an example for future generations in my family, demonstrating that background does not define potential. Education has allowed me to redefine what is possible, both personally and professionally."
Lucas Lopes
BS, Information Technology
The John Nunes Technology Scholarship
"This scholarship represents an investment not just in my education, but in the continuation of my family's belief in the power of learning. It will allow me to pursue my degree in Information Technology. With this support, I can focus on becoming the person my grandparents envisioned. Someone with the education, skills, and stability to build a meaningful career and eventually give back to the family that has given me everything."
Tatiana Gomez
BS, Digital and Social Media Marketing
Alumni Scholarship
"I'm proud of who I'm becoming, stronger, wiser, and still a dreamer. This scholarship wouldn't just support my education; it would honor the journey that brought me here, the little girl who believed in magic, and the woman who learned to create it for herself."
Denise Calvin
BBA, Accounting
The Justin Stone Memorial Scholarship
"Upon completing my accounting degree, I aspire to establish my own bookeeping business. I plan to provide financial services to small businesses and entrepreneurs in my community, not only offering exceptional accounting services but also serving as a catalyst for economic growth. This scholarship would allow me to build a strong foundation for my career and achieve my professional goals."
Maricela Suarez
AS, Human Services
Webster Bank Scholarship
"Being in college has made me proud of myself. Starting school again was a battle with my own mind because I was so scared and full of doubt. I realize that fear only limits your ability to grow. Every day in college shows me that I can become the best version of myself. I am proud to be a student at The College of Westchester, and I am committed to finishing my degree, helping my community, and proving that it is never too late to follow your dreams."
Kim Casanova
BBA, Health Services Administration
CWCF Shining Star
"My background and life experiences have shaped me into someone who believes in perseverance, community, and the power of support. Higher education will give me the tools to continue serving families in meaningful ways. This scholarship would not only help me achieve my academic goals—it will help me continue a lifetime of giving back."
Amanda Badia
AS, Human and Social Services
CWCF Shining Star
"Pursuing a higher education is not just about earning a degree for me, it's about fulfilling a calling. I want to be equipped to help individuals and families navigate crises, to advocate for those who feel unseen, and to bring light into places where hopelessness lingers. I want to create safe spaces for people to be heard, validated, and supported, just as I've tried to do within my own family."
Kiss Ayala
AAS, Medical Assistant Management
CWCF Shining Star
"In many ways, this scholarship stands for more than financial support, it represents a chance to continue a legacy of compassion,
service, and perseverance. I am ready to take this next step in my educational journey, not only for myself but for everyone whose lives I can touch through future work in healthcare."
Camille Samuels
AS, Human and Social Services
CWCF Shining Star
"The investment you make in me is an investment in a full circle journey of service. By supporting my education, you are ensuring the creation of a future social worker whose personal experience will immediately translate into powerful, life-changing advocacy for others who feel just as hopeless as I once did. This scholarship supports not just my journey, but the lives of the people I am now prepared and committed to helping. I am ready to finish the climb."
Teisis Sanchez
BBA, Business Administration
CWCF Shining Star
"My goal is to use my experiences to help other single mothers overcome the same hardships I faced, to show them that, with knowledge, support, and determination, they, too, can step out of the darkness and into a brighter future. I am no longer in a dark hole. I am climbing, learning, and building a brighter world, one that I will pass on to the next generation."
Tonia Elvis Scott
BS, Human and Social Services
CWCF Shining Star
"As a non-traditional student balancing work, school, and family responsibilities, I have had to rely on discipline, sacrifice, and faith. There were times when continuing school felt overwhelming, whether finances were stretched or personal challenges arose. Yet I always reminded myself that education is not just a credential, it is a tool for empowerment. Returning to school has allowed me to reclaim my dreams, sharpen my skills, and deepen my understanding of how to better support families and communities."
Gabrielle Black
AOS, Health Information Management
CWCF Shining Star
"Strength and endurance are part of who I am and where I come from. This educational journey is not just for me; it is for my family, my
community, and everyone who has ever been told that their dreams were out of reach. With this scholarship, I will continue transforming the lessons of my past into strength for my future and inspiring others to rise above their own limitations."