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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.
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Regenerative Engineering Pioneers to Receive Honorary Degrees at 2024 Commencement
Kyriacos A. Athanasiou, Ph.D. (B.S. ’84), and Cato T. Laurencin, M.D., Ph.D., pioneers in regenerative engineering, will receive honorary Doctor of Science degrees at New York Tech’s 63rd commencement on May 19.
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Engineering Students Take Top Prizes at CREATE Symposium
College of Engineering and Computing Sciences students won top prizes for their inventions designed to assist those with developmental disabilities in their everyday tasks at work.
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A Life-changing Service Trip to the Dominican Republic
NYITCOM student Claudia Guerrero Diaz organized a spring break service trip that brought 16 students and three faculty members to the Dominican Republic.
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Q&A: Causes, Challenges, and Treatments for Parkinson’s
New York Tech Parkinson’s Center Director Adena Leder, D.O., a neurologist and movement disorders specialist, shares important information about this neurodegenerative condition.
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Bird Flu Explained
Infectious disease physician Carl Abraham, M.D., assistant professor at NYITCOM-Arkansas shares what the general public should know about bird flu.
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Celebrating Research and Scholarship
Faculty and staff gathered at NYIT de Seversky Mansion to celebrate one another’s academic research and achievements at the annual Faculty Scholars recognition event.
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Renovated Engineering Labs Unveiled on New York City Campus
The College of Engineering and Computing Sciences held its grand opening of newly renovated laboratory spaces, poised to provide students with a state-of-the-art research experience.
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NYITCOM Physician: Diabetes Patients Should Heed FDA Warning
Eleanor Yusupov, D.O., assistant professor at the College of Osteopathic Medicine, shares valuable insight for diabetes patients.
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Alumni Collaborate To Create Scholarships
By combining funds to leverage buying power, supporters of New York Tech are coming together to make collaborative gifts that create scholarships for future students.