Articles

Portrait of Chris Kyriakides

A Lasting Impression

While being treated for a serious case of viral meningitis by osteopathic physicians, Chris Kyriakides (D.O. ’89) was propelled to pursue the practice and later inspiring his children to follow his path.

Portrait of Michael Kidd-Gilchrist

Technology Partnership Helps Children With Disfluencies

Former NBA star Michael Kidd-Gilchrist has partnered with the College of Engineering and Computing Sciences’ ETIC to develop a prototype of a technology platform that he hopes will help children who stutter.

Profile of a cassowary bird

The Cassowary’s Impact on the Rainforest

NYITCOM-Arkansas Assistant Professor Todd Green, Ph.D., sheds light on a bird species that plays an impactful role in rainforest conservation.

Andra Voicu holding an award

For the Love of Engineering

Andra Voicu (B.S. ’08) found the love of her life—electrical contracting—after joining her father’s business and working behind the scenes on municipal buildings projects in the New York area.

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Big Investments in Student Entrepreneurs

New York Tech’s new Innovation and Entrepreneurship Academy supports the success of student entrepreneurs.

Honorees holding awards

FRIENDS Sets New Fundraising Record

On October 30, the School of Architecture and Design celebrated its 17th Annual Alumni and FRIENDS Reception, raising a record-breaking $550,000 in support of student scholarships, technology upgrades, lectures, study abroad, and new initiatives.

Portrait of Dru Arana in uniform

Student Veteran Spotlight: Dru Arana

Dru Arana joined the U.S. Navy to get field experience in construction and civil engineering. After a successful career, he decided to pursue a lateral shift into energy and sustainability engineering, enrolling in the College of Engineering and Computing Sciences.

Portrait of New York Tech President Jerry Balentine

A Bold Prescription for Higher Education

New York Tech’s fifth president Jerry Balentine’s vision for the university focuses on innovation, opportunity, and belonging.

Portrait of Mereena Jolly

Medicine Rooted in Compassion

Medical student Mereena Jolly views becoming a physician as her calling, and her dedication to service has ignited a deep commitment to put compassion into practice.

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Intern Insight: Madalina Cupsa

Bioengineering student Madalina Cupsa began interning at The Mount Sinai Hospital in January and is now approaching one year as a research assistant.