A Message from the Provost
Welcome to the Office of Academic Affairs at Westchester Community College!
At SUNY WCC, our mission is rooted in a deep commitment to student success, academic excellence, and innovation. As Provost and Vice President of Academic Affairs, I am proud to lead a dedicated team of faculty, staff, and administrators who continually strive to create dynamic and supportive learning environments for all students.
Our academic programs are designed to prepare students for success in today’s rapidly evolving world. Whether you’re pursuing a degree, planning to transfer, advancing your career, or discovering a new interest, you’ll find a wide range of high-quality, affordable options across our four academic schools. We emphasize hands-on learning, critical thinking, and real-world application to ensure our graduates are well-prepared to meet the demands of the future.
Innovation drives our approach to teaching and learning. From the integration of emerging technologies in the classroom to new models of instruction and support, we are continually exploring ways to improve outcomes and expand access for our diverse student population.
Student success is not just a goal—it’s our guiding principle. Every program, service, and initiative within Academic Affairs is designed with your growth, achievement, and well-being in mind.
Thank you for choosing Westchester Community College. We are honored to support your academic journey and are excited to help you reach your goals.
Respectfully yours,
Dr. Vanessa Morest
Provost and Vice President of Academic Affairs
SUNY Westchester Community College
About the Division of Academic Affairs
The Division of Academic Affairs oversees the administration of all schools, academic departments, and academic programs at SUNY Westchester Community College. We are committed to providing pathways that address student goals, which will create a solid foundation for the continuation of their academic and professional achievement. We strive to support all areas of Academic Affairs, which includes but is not limited to, all certificate and degree programs, partnerships with area high schools, and seamless transfers to four-year institutions.
Responsibilities
- Ensuring the academic quality of all departments, programs, and services within the academic affairs unit
- Anticipating future developments in higher education and their impact on the college
- Securing internal and external funding in support of academic programs and services.
- Establishing policies for and retaining responsibility over the management of budgets within academic affairs
- Oversees that the allocation of resources
- Overseeing the development of the strategic plan for academic affairs
- Coordinating initiatives and ongoing programs across all areas of academic affairs and guiding the establishment of annual and long-term priorities
Schools and Departments
Westchester Community College offers more than 65 different degree and certificate programs. Our programs ensure you receive a well-rounded education, as well as the knowledge and skills you need for your certificate or degree type (A.A., A.S, A.A.S.).
Explore our degree and certificate programs below with information on program requirements, course descriptions, career pathways, transfer pathways and more:
Academic Affairs Contact Information
Offices
Academic Affairs offices play a crucial role in supporting the educational mission of universities and colleges. They typically oversee academic programs, faculty affairs, and student academic support services. For example, the Office of Academic Affairs at the SUNY Westchester Community College focuses on expanding access to education, improving teaching and learning, and increasing graduation rates