Alumni mentor Larry Wilson (M.B.A. ’06, above), a global business manager for electric vehicles at General Motors, recalls being mentored as a student and the positive impact it had on his career path: “It was always nice to get questions answered and bounce ideas off someone—like what the best classes are, things that come up on the job, and how to respond to specific situations. Every person has a different perspective, so the more input, the better you’ll be.”

For electrical and computer engineering student Randolph Duke, Mantie Reid (B.S. ’87), a consulting engineer for Verizon, provided some of the best advice. “I learned that one doesn’t just train the mind but also must maintain a great diet and exercise regimen,” says Duke. “I never really heard that from any other engineers before.”  

As the alumni mentor program continues to grow, Hyde and Mascianica encourage NYIT graduates to get in touch with their alma mater to learn how they can help. Contact the Office of Career Services at 212.261.1537 or 516.686.7527 to learn more. 

“A mentor is there to guide you and help you realize your inner strength,” says Dhakan. “It helps students graduate with so much experience. The skills I built are transferable across the world.”

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