College of Arts & Sciences
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An Alumnus Takes Down Barriers to Eye Care
Optometrist Dean Hart, OD (B.S. ’82), dedicates his time to service and humanitarianism, donating his resources to provide eye care for those in need.
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Finding His Place
Alex Menachery once hated the idea of studying medicine. Now, he is pursuing a B.S./D.O. in life sciences/osteopathic medicine and serving as president of the Long Island Student Government Association.
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Alumni Profile: Linda Stasi
Linda Stasi (B.F.A. ’70), got her first taste of the hustle and bustle of the newsroom writing for the Campus Slate. She ultimately landed jobs at major media outlets and has since transitioned to novelist.
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Highlighting Faculty Tenures, Promotions for 2024-2025
As New York Tech prepares for the 2024-2025 academic year, several faculty are recognized for outstanding teaching, scholarship, and service.
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Faculty Profile: Robert Alexander
In his research, Assistant Professor of Psychology and Counseling Robert Alexander, Ph.D., focuses on eye movements and the role they play not just in vision but also perception and cognition.
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Congratulations to the Class of 2024!
On May 19, New York Institute of Technology celebrated its 63rd commencement.
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21st Annual SOURCE Showcases Student Research
New York Tech’s annual celebration of student research and scholarly work, SOURCE, convened for its 21st year in April in New York City.
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400-Year-Old Painting Offers Insights for Today’s Marketers
An eye movement study led by the College of Arts and Sciences’ Robert G. Alexander, Ph.D., suggests that techniques used in a Baroque-era painting could help today’s marketers catch the attention of modern consumers.
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Spotlight on Financial Aid Awareness Month
Changes to the FAFSA form intended to make it easier to complete have had the opposite effect. New York Tech’s Marcelle Hicks and Tricia Bowman explain the challenges and what members of the university community can do.
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Learning To Embrace Her Culture
Mirolla Mekaiel, a life sciences/osteopathic medicine (B.S./D.O.) student, reflects on stereotypes and misconceptions about Arab Americans, her journey to embracing her culture, and her hope that the Arab American community be recognized for its contributions to society.