Student Profile: Patrick Torres
Computers were Patrick Torres’ hobby until he discovered that he could combine his pastime with his dream of a career in the visual arts.
Student Profile: Ariel Steinlauf
A coveted internship at Apple helped computer science major Ariel Steinlauf think about his future and learn to take chances.
Alumni Profile: Shiva Ghomi
Shiva Ghomi (M.S. ’15) used her NYIT degree and love of resilient design to launch a successful architecture firm.
Student Profile: Esther Pierre
After Esther Pierre lost her father, nursing gave her empowerment and the opportunity to help others.
Student Profile: Matt Ruggiero
When mechanical engineering major Matt Ruggiero was applying to college, NYIT’s prestigious engineering program convinced him that this was the place for him.
Student Profile: Monica Fernandez
Electrical and computer engineering technology major Monica Fernandez is on her way to becoming a programmer, and along the way, she hopes to break some stereotypes.
Alumni Profile: Eteete Dan-Udoka
Eteete Dan-Udoka (B.S. ’18) didn’t just keep his nose in the books while he was a student. He also founded an organization, participated in research studies, and helped those with Parkinson’s disease. Now, the alum is poised for even greater success as he looks to a future in dentistry.
Alumni Profile: Omari Adams
As a cold box engineer at Praxair, Omari Adams (B.S. ’18) separates air into chemical parts.
Alumni Profile: Olcay Yavuz
Oclay Yavuz (M.S. ’09) wants to see students achieve and thrive in school.
Student Profile: Vignesh Harish
This past summer, master’s candidate Vignesh Harish interned at IBM to protect the company’s data. Once he graduates, he hopes to continue to be a guardian of digital information.
Alumni Profile: Amanda Caruso
Amanda Caruso (M.S. ’18) plans to draw on her service-learning experiences at NYIT to help others as a professional occupational therapist.
Alumni Profile: Shanjeetha Kirupananthan
As a software engineer for Boeing, Shanjeetha Kiruapananthan (B.S. ’18) keeps fighter jets in perfect “health.”