Alumni Profile: Brandon Hamchuk
Brandon Hamchuk’s (B.S. ’07) New York Tech education helped him strike out on his own and start BKH Architecture. Now, he’s designing multiple-family dwellings throughout the New York metropolitan area and landed a project to turn Yankee Stadium into a COVID-19 vaccination site.
Restoring Trust in Science
The mistrust of science has grown, fueling political divide and the spread of misinformation. Why doesn’t the public believe in science? And how can their trust be gained? New York Tech faculty and alumni weigh in.
Alumni Profile: Domenick Chieco
Since graduating from New York Tech, Domenick Chieco (B.S. ’89) has remained active at his alma mater, serving as chair of the FRIENDS of the School of Architecture and Design for the past 15 years, a role that is close to his heart.
New “Conversations in Urban Design” Series Taps Top Talent
The new series features discussions between School of Architecture and Design students and distinguished practitioners and researchers in academia who contribute to the fields of urban design, sustainable development, and landscape urbanism.
CITYarts Recognizes Digital Art and Design Chair Rozina Vavetsi and Student Award Winners
Rozina Vavetsi, M.Sc., associate professor and chair of the Department of Digital Art and Design, received CITYarts’ 2021 Making a Difference Through the Arts award and three New York Tech digital art and design students were recognized as winners of a CITYarts design contest.
Spotlight on Faculty Tenures and Promotions
As New York Tech prepares for the 2021-2022 academic year, several faculty members were recognized for their outstanding teaching, scholarship, service, and commitment to the university through tenure and promotions.
Renowned Architect Alberto Campo Baeza Inaugurates Dean’s Atelier Studio
In spring 2021, the inaugural School of Architecture and Design Tommaso and Franca Chieco Dean’s Atelier Studio hosted world-renowned architect Alberto Campo Baeza as distinguished guest professor for a third-year design class.
Architecture Students and Faculty Make a Grand Showing at Venice Biennale
A delegation of School of Architecture and Design faculty and students will be among the 112 participants from 46 countries at the 2021 Venice Biennale Architecture.
School of Architecture and Design Co-hosts “Future of Cities”
On April 21, the School of Architecture and Design and the Consulate General of Denmark in New York partnered to host a virtual event addressing “The Future of Cities: Designing Circularity” with Christian Bason, CEO of the Danish Design Center, and Ken Lewis, president of AIA New York and managing partner at Skidmore, Owings & Merrill.
New York Tech Celebrates Its 60th Commencement
On Sunday, May 23, New York Tech’s 60th annual commencement was celebrated virtually, with medical school hooding being held on May 24 and 27 for NYITCOM campuses in Long Island and Jonesboro, Ark., respectively.
Student Profile: Jacqueline Pileggi
Future architect Jacqueline Pileggi was always drawn to the arts. Architecture allows her to express her creativity by building spaces that everyone can enjoy.
Student Profile: Alex Wang
Alex Wang is currently working toward his second master’s degree, an M.F.A. in graphic design. He spoke to The Box about his award-winning projects and hopes for the future.