July 31, 2025The U.S. National Science Foundation (NSF) grant will provide scholarships and support to 34 STEM students. The Grant Supports “Finding Common Ground: Support and Preparation of Students for Interdisciplinary STEM Careers”Congratulations to Joseph Skrivanek, PhD, Distinguished Service Professor of Chemistry and Biochemistry, Mark Jonas, PhD, Associate Professor of Biology, and Athar Abdul-Quader, PhD, Associate Professor of Mathematics/Computer Science, who together received a major grant of $1,998,661 from the National Science Foundation to train and support 34 undergraduates in the disciplines of biochemistry, biology, chemistry, and mathematics/computer science. Funded through the NSF’s Scholarships in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics […]

In its 2026 guide, U.S. News & World Report places Purchase at number eight on its list of Top Public Schools among National Liberal Arts Colleges. Purchase also ranks #30 on the list of Top Performers on Social Mobility among national liberal arts colleges, which evaluates how well colleges serve low-income students. Also notable—the Psychology BA program is among the guide’s list of Top Undergraduate Psychology Programs. “We’re thrilled that Purchase is once again a Top 10 Public School among National Liberal Arts Colleges. This accolade from U.S. News & World Report is much more than a number: it is […]

To all BCW Members- KeyBank would like to invite you to an event that we were having at our Port Chester Branch, on Thursday, October 9, 2025. This event will focus on best practices around managing cash flow, preparing for funding request and small business loan programs, and payment habits and practical tools to consider immediately. Kindly let us know if you would like to join us so we can RSVP you. Please feel free to share with other business owners that may have an interest to join as well. Space is limited to please register as soon as possible. […]