Since becoming president of the Alumni Federation last year, I've witnessed the reconnection of many of our fellow graduatesÑwith one another and with NYIT. I thank the truly dedicated individuals, especially the Federation's leadership team, who have assisted me in fueling a movement that connects our 85,000 graduates with the opportunities, networks, and benefits of being an NYIT alumnus.

Although we are just scratching the surface, the Alumni Federation's objectives are clear, and we will continue to use them as a guide in everything we aim to do, including:

1. Increase graduate involvement within the university and with fellow alumni.
2. Foster a sense of alumni pride.
3. Develop networking and relationship-building opportunities among all disciplines of the university.
4. Promote community awareness of NYIT, which enhances the reputation of all alumni.
5. Initiate programs, such as the NYIT Alumni Scholarship Fund, to benefit and provide opportunities for qualified alumni family members.
6. Celebrate the successes of our fellow alumni via communications, social networking, and events.

Speaking of social networking, I encourage you to visit InCircle, our online community that offers terrific networking opportunities and information. Log on at nyit.affinitycircles.com.

And, so that you can enjoy some in-person networking, we're planning wonderful events in the next several months that will let you reconnect with your fellow graduates. You'll surely enjoy one of the university's many workshops on networking and job searches, its world-class lectures and conferences (such as the annual Energy Conference on June 2 at NYIT-Old Westbury), or even NYIT's 50th commencement ceremony on May 22. Members of the Alumni Federation's leadership team will be present at many of these events, and we look forward to seeing you.

We all know that real change does not come easily or quickly. However, a group of dedicated and talented people can make a difference and initiate a path to change. I urge you to help support the NYIT Alumni Federation and our many initiatives that enhance our ability to make a difference for all graduates.

Ralph Sepe (B.S. '97)
President, NYIT Alumni Federation

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