Long Island
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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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Growing Long Island’s Tech Workforce
Alongside major partner Brookhaven National Laboratory, New York Tech is educating leaders for this booming technology corridor.
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Alumni Father and Daughter Share a Passion for Medicine
Caroline Varlotta (D.O. ’20) didn’t intend to follow her father’s footsteps into a medical career. But that’s where she landed, and Gerard Varlotta (D.O. ’83) couldn’t be happier.
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CORK 2024
D.O.s and scientists from around the world traveled joined NYITCOM for the inaugural Conference on Osteopathic Research and Knowledge (CORK).
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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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New York Tech Hosts Health Equity Conference
New York Tech’s Office of Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging and the Nassau County Department of Health co-hosted a conference focused on health equity.
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Faculty Profile: Ehsan Kamel
Associate Professor Ehsan Kamel, Ph.D., wants to find sustainable solutions for energy resources in our homes, on the road, in industry, and beyond.
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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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Hooding New Physicians
Members of NYITCOM’s Class of 2024 received their doctoral hoods at ceremonies in Old Westbury, N.Y., and Jonesboro, Ark.
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Faculty Profile: Rosemary Gallagher
Associate Professor Rosemary Gallagher, Ph.D., D.P.T., discusses her work with Parkinson’s patients, involvement with New York Tech’s Rock Steady Boxing program, and other projects.