See photos from the event Westchester Community College has signed a new transfer agreement with Pace University, allowing many students who complete their studies at Westchester Community College to matriculate into Pace with junior standing. The new agreement covers students in…

Students had a blast showing their Viking pride, playing games, getting caricatures, playing and listening to music on Blue and Gold Day. [print_gllr id=90564] About Westchester Community College Westchester Community College provides over 31,000 full-time and part-time students with an education taught by award-winning faculty at one…

The Westchester Community College Foundation is presenting its annual Great Chefs Series of wine tastings, cooking demonstrations, and three-course dinners. These tantalizing events co-sponsored by DeCicco & Sons and Wine Enthusiast will be held in the college’s state-of-the-art instructional kitchens and Culinary Dining Room on the Valhalla campus. 100% of…

September 11, 2019 commemorates the 18th anniversary of the tragic events of September 11, 2001. We thank Phi Theta Kappa for once again providing an opportunity to gather together at the Memorial Garden for peaceful reflection and to honor all who have been affected by the events of that day. We…

[print_gllr id=90314] About Westchester Community College Westchester Community College provides over 31,000 full-time and part-time students with an education taught by award-winning faculty at one of the most affordable tuition rates in New York State. WCC offers more than 60 degree and certificate programs, including innovative programs…

[print_gllr id=90188] 8 Tips for Success About Westchester Community College Westchester Community College provides over 31,000 full-time and part-time students with an education taught by award-winning faculty at one of the most affordable tuition rates in New York State. WCC offers more than 60…

[print_gllr id=90039] About Westchester Community College Westchester Community College provides over 31,000 full-time and part-time students with an education taught by award-winning faculty at one of the most affordable tuition rates in New York State. WCC offers more than 60 degree and certificate programs, including innovative programs…

Professor Klosko, department chairperson of Physical Sciences and professor of Geoscience, addressed our new students at Convocation on September 5. See Photos from the event [print_gllr id=90188 display=short] Her eight tips for college success are: 1. Knowledge is Power You can use your education to better your life. The…

Valhalla, NY—Westchester Community College, which hosts and leads the national Community College Consortium for Immigrant Education (CCCIE), is featured in a new book highlighting innovative models that advance immigrant integration and student success. In a chapter on the role of leadership, WCC President Belinda S. Miles notes that the college’s Gateway Center, which opened in 2010, serves as…

Westchester Community College has been officially designated as a JED Campus. We’re joining over 200 other colleges and universities by partnering with the JED foundation to support student mental health, emotional well-being, prevention of suicide, and prevention of substance misuse. JED was named after the late son of the founders…

[print_gllr id=89509] About Westchester Community College Westchester Community College provides over 31,000 full-time and part-time students with an education taught by award-winning faculty at one of the most affordable tuition rates in New York State. WCC offers more than 60 degree and certificate programs, including innovative programs…

The Native Plant Center at Westchester Community College has been recognized for its dedication of over 20 years to the native plants and natural landscapes of Westchester County, and their creation and promotion of the County’s executive order calling for native plants to be used exclusively in county parks and…

Access your Student Handbook at: www.sunywcc.edu/handbook Make sure you’re informed: Policies and general college information Student’s rights and responsibilities Campus security and safety details Note that the Academic Calendar is no longer part of the Student Handbook. The Academic Calendar continues to be available at:…

It’s never too early to consider a college education. A group of 31 girls from the Wiener Academy for Young Women spent a special day at Westchester Community College in July. The students, aged 9 – 14, had a private meeting with Dr. Belinda Miles, Westchester Community College President, who…

The college’s Peekskill Extension Center is pleased to a part of the Peekskill community at this exciting time and would like to help spread the news about the new economic development grant that the city has received. The Center serves Northern Westchester and Putnam County students at the Peekskill location…

The Children’s Center received a 5 out of 5 star rating from QUALITYstarsNY. The infant, toddler, and two preschool classrooms were observed and given high ratings. Thanks to the Director and Assistant Director, and staff for their hard work, the five star rating will apply for the…

The Westchester Community College Foundation won a 2019 Outstanding Fundraising Award from the Council for the Advancement and Support of Education (CASE). CASE judges review data blindly from community colleges nationally to determine these awards. Judges noted in particular an increase in diversity of funding streams, and progress in corporate…

The nation’s leading Higher Education publication quoted President Miles on the trend toward more women leaders. See full article here About Westchester Community College Westchester Community College provides over 31,000 full-time and part-time students with an education taught by award-winning faculty at one…

Seventeen Westchester Community College  students participated in the Summer Research Academy sessions focused on Biology, Cybersecurity, and Psychology. Faculty members, Margaret Eiden PhD (biology) and John Watkins (cybersecurity) participated in the event. The Summer Research Academy is part of the WCC/MERCY STEM Scholars program. The program provides mentorship and…

Volunteers help all over the campus. Some work directly with students throughout the semester, one-on-one and in small groups. Conversation Partners, hold weekly chats with ESL students to help them gain confidence in speaking English. Tutors help students develop reading, writing, math, science and…