Student Profile: Tricia Creft
Commencement singer Tricia Creft is preparing to graduate in May 2022. As she looks ahead toward a career in nursing, she looks back fondly on her time at New York Tech, encouraging the next wave of students to press ahead, even when things get tough.
Pixar Co-founder to Receive Honorary Degree at 2022 Commencement
Alvy Ray Smith, Ph.D., a pioneer in computer animation and original member of New York Tech’s Computer Graphics Lab, will receive a Doctor of Science and speak at the university’s 61st graduation ceremony.
Inside New York Tech’s Digital Transformation
In an interview with Inside Higher Ed, New York Tech CIO Pennie Turgeon discusses the multiple projects, increased personalization, and improved student experience that are the key pieces of the university’s ongoing digital transformation.
2022 Biotechnology Conference: Transforming and Improving the Human Condition
At the 2022 biotechnology conference, attendees heard from expert presenters on the latest innovations and how to start a company in the biotech sector.
Earth Week 2022
New York Tech is committed to sustainability, launching an action plan in 2021 that includes initiatives for alternative energy and water stewardship, among others. In the lead up to Earth Day on April 22, 2022, the university will host a week-long series of events.
Student Profile: Willette Menefee
Marketing major Willette Menefee has her eye on a career in esports. She says, “New York Tech is preparing me for the future by giving me the opportunities to get hands-on experience within the classroom.”
The Power of Partnerships
An article in The Chronicle of Higher Education highlights the many industry partnerships New York Tech has developed to improve students’ academic experience and professional outlook.
Alumni Profile: Steve Carbone
As chief digital officer for MediaCom Worldwide, Steve Carbone (B.F.A. ’90) leads the agency’s partnerships with tech giants Google and Amazon.
Big Give Gets Bigger in 2022
On March 30 through 31 donations to the fourth annual Big Give brought in 927 gifts from 868 donors, totaling $355,076—exceeding last year’s total by nearly $15,000.
Innovative Solutions for 21st-Century Global Health Issues
The Center for Global Health once again competed at the annual Emory Morningside Global Health Case Competition.
Op-ed: Our Healthcare System is Abandoning LGBTQ+ Americans. It Has to Stop.
A Reuters op-ed by NYITCOM Dean Nicole Wadsworth, D.O., calls for LGBTQ+ inclusivity in healthcare and makes the case for changing how healthcare providers are trained.
Faculty Profile: Corri Wolf
Assistant Professor Corri Wolf, Ph.D., talks to The Box about what drew her to Physician Assistant Studies and her role as healthcare provider and educator.