Celebrate Women’s History Month 2023
New York Tech commemorates Women’s History Month with a series of events celebrating women’s achievements, including a discussion with faculty and staff who have published works in science, technology, engineering, arts, and math.
Faculty Profile: Andrew Hofstrand
Assistant Professor Andrew Hoftstrand, Ph.D., will use an Air Force Research Laboratory/Air Force office of Scientific Young Investigator’s Program Award to study light-matter interactions and ways to control and manipulate it with the hope of creating faster and more efficient technologies.
Student Profile: Gabrielle Soares
After receiving a bachelor’s degree in architecture and urban design in São Paulo, Brazil, Gabrielle Soares came to New York Tech to pursue a master’s in urban design and landed an internship with the New York City Department of City Planning.
Faculty Profile: Bisrat Kinfemichael
Having worked in the public and private sectors, Assistant Professor Bisrat Kinfemichael, Ph.D., found he was drawn to academic life. In 2016, he joined New York Tech and helped develop the master’s program in risk management.
Instagram vs. Reality: Meet the Fall 2022 Social Media Ambassadors
Wonder what it’s really like being a New York Tech student? Meet the fall 2022 social media ambassadors, who offer a look into their lives on campus.
Introducing the Office of Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging
The newly established Office of Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging is working to ensure that all members of the New York Tech community feel recognized, welcomed, and valued.
Student Profile: Sibel Sezen
Sibel Sezen (B.P.S. ’21) believes the possible uses for data analysis are limitless and is excited by the potential it has to help people. After receiving a bachelor's in interdisciplinary studies, she is continuing her education at New York Tech, pursuing a master's degree in data science.
Student Profile: Zoya Haq
As the Student Government Association president on the New York City campus, Zoya Haq wants to make campus life enjoyable for all students and to make sure their voices are heard.
Student Profile: Christopher Shagan
When Christopher Shagan transferred to New York Tech to study architecture, he knew he found his place. “New York Tech’s program teaches me ways to think creatively and differently to solve problems and become better at the software used within my field.”
Student Profile: Rasheed Martin
Aspiring engineer and president of the Black Student Union Rasheed Martin wants to change the underrepresentation of the Black community in engineering. “As president, I will be implementing new standards that will help put our community in the best position to be successful socially, educationally, and professionally.”
New York Tech Welcomes New Students to the 2022-2023 Academic Year
New undergraduate and graduate students from near and far joined the third annual New Student Academic Convocation, held virtually on September 6, to kick off the new academic year. The event featured inspiring talks from New York Tech’s leadership team, Student Government Association (SGA) presidents, and alumni.
New York Tech Welcomes New Faculty
After a pandemic-driven hiatus, New York Institute of Technology once again welcomed new faculty in person at an August 30 reception at the newly renovated Salten Hall Café on the Long Island campus.