Feb 14 2012

NYIT Dean Delivers Keynote at 4th Dubai Award For Sustainable Transport Ceremony

Dubai, U.A.E. (Feb. 14, 2012)—In her keynote address to attendees of the 4th Dubai Award for Sustainable Transport (DAST) ceremony, NYIT Dean of the School of Engineering and Computing Sciences Nada Marie Anid, Ph.D., praised the United Arab Emirates for their latest Green Development Strategy. Noting that "sustainability is both a social and a corporate responsibility," Anid encouraged the audience, which included Dubai Crown Prince and Chairman of the Executive Council Sheikh Hamdan Bin Mohammad Bin Rashid Al Maktoum, to lead the way with its mission towards a globally competent, green economy. Read More.  

Nov 05 2011

NYIT-Abu Dhabi Students Pledge Commitment to Road Safety

Abu Dhabi, U.A.E  (Nov. 5, 2011)—As part of a month-long community strategy to educate Emirati students on the perils of driving irresponsibly, entertainment company Flash Entertainment invited students at NYIT-Abu Dhabi to participate in its “Yasalam Responsibly” road safety campaign. 

“The event hosted presentations and a mini competition where students answered trivia for prizes related to Formula One, Ferrari World, and music concerts in Abu Dhabi,” said Jan Wallace, director of operations and external affairs. 

Following the Yasalam team’s presentations on the consequences of speeding, not wearing a seat belt, talking on cell phones and texting while driving—the main causes of accidents and fatalities on the road—students signed the Yasalam Responsibility Pledge.  

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Oct 20 2011

NYIT-Abu Dhabi Informs Thousands at Fifth Annual NAJAH Exhibition

Abu Dhabi, U.A.E (Oct. 20, 2011)—For three days, NYIT-Abu Dhabi staff and faculty members met with thousands of prospective students and visitors from schools, colleges, universities, and local and international companies at this year’s NAJAH exhibition, the Middle East's leading education, training, and careers exhibition.

The event provided a forum for NYIT employees to inform local and expatriate students interested in the value of NYIT’s global and local programs—particularly the design and implementation of the university’s bachelor’s degrees and newly designed and improved Master of Business Administration (M.B.A.) degree.

“This ‘glocal’ approach expands the career opportunities for NYIT students—many Emirati and expatriate participants interested in studying in the United States were happy to hear about our extensive range of program offerings in New York,” said Jan Wallace, director of operations and external affairs.

Sep 30 2011

Innovative Programs Win NYIT World Congress Asia Award

Dubai, U.A.E. (Sep. 30, 2011)—NYIT-Abu Dhabi Campus Dean Garon Wheeler, Ph.D., accepted the World Congress Asia Award for Best Educational Institute in Engineering on behalf of NYIT at the Sept. 25 World Congress Asia Awards ceremony here.

“It is an honor to be included in this distinguished group of universities from Egypt to Singapore, and it’s satisfying to see our efforts recognized on such a global scale,” he said.

The World Education Congress screened universities from more than 20 countries before deciding to honor the NYIT School of Engineering and Computing Sciences with the award for excellence in education, leadership, and teaching. 

Sep 26 2011

NYIT-Abu Dhabi Welcomes Class of 2015

Abu Dhabi, U.A.E. (Sept. 26, 2011)—Director of Operations and External Affairs Jan Wallace welcomed the incoming Class of 2015 to the NYIT-Abu Dhabi campus orientation on Sept. 25. The new students attended sessions geared to better acquaint them with the processes of admission, registration, and library and career services.

Jun 10 2011

Class of 2011 Celebrates at NYIT-Abu Dhabi

NYIT-Abu Dhabi held its fifth graduation ceremony on June 9, 2011. The Class of 2011 included 65 graduates who celebrated along with guests including friends, family, and alumni at the Armed Forces Officers Club. Student speaker Daniella Melikian addressed her classmates following a graduation address by NYIT President Edward Guiliano, Ph.D.

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NYIT-Abu Dhabi Celebrates Class of 2011

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May 12 2011

Students at NYIT-Abu Dhabi Participate in International Design Challenge

Abu Dhabi, U.A.E (May 12, 2011)—Designs by students at NYIT-Abu Dhabi were featured at the annual Interiors UAE design challenge, a global interior design exposition and conference held at the Abu Dhabi National Exhibition Centre on May 9-11. View the photo gallery.

Interiors UAE is the only annual interiors trade event held in Abu Dhabi. Over the course of two days, its organizers offer seminars on industry trend forecasts and best practices to designers and industry leaders from across the globe.

The event’s student design challenge is held annually in order to discover the region’s next generation of interior designers.

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Contact 
Nikita Japra 
Global Communications Manager 
212.261.1539 
njapra@nyit.edu

Jan 18 2011

NYIT-Abu Dhabi Paves Way for Research Collaboration with Indian University

Tiruchirapalli, India (Jan. 18, 2011) – Building on a culture of global exchange, NYIT-Abu Dhabi recently signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with India’s Bharathidasan University (BU). The MoU serves as a step toward joint academic programs and a higher standard of research activities in commerce, management, and financial studies at the Indian university. Both universities hope to achieve these goals through an exchange of academic materials, research methods, students, and faculty members.

Sanjay Bose, Associate Dean, School of Management, NYIT-Abu Dhabi, and BU Vice-Chancellor K. Meena exchanged the documents at BU.

Dec 17 2010

Professor Taha Al Douri of NYIT-Abu Dhabi Featured in Khaleej Times Online

Taha Al Douri, Ph.D., associate professor and assistant dean of architecture and design at NYIT-Abu Dhabi, was featured in the Khaleej Times Online article, "Design Maestro."

Dec 16 2010

Abu Dhabi Students Take First Place

The NYIT-Abu Dhabi School of Management earned joint first place in in the Global Business Strategy Simulation Game (GLO-BUS), a competition among 118 universities worldwide. Students in the Business Policy Seminar, taught by Associate Professor Faisal Al-Khateeb, Ph.D., participated in the competition.

Dec 01 2010

NYIT-Abu Dhabi Professor Awarded Ph.D. in Computer Law

Stephen Blythe, J.D., Ph.D., professor of law in the School of Management, NYIT-Abu Dhabi, has been awarded a Ph.D. in computer law from the University of Hong Kong's School of Law. His dissertation was entitled "An Alternative Theory of E-Commerce Law."

Nov 01 2010

School of Management Professors at NYIT-Abu Dhabi Published in Academic Journals

K. Ravichandran, Ph.D., assistant professor in the School of Management at NYIT-Abu Dhabi, is co-author of "Influence of Service Quality on Banking Customers' Behavioural Intentions," published in the International Journal of Economics and Finance, November 2010.

Oct 26 2010

NYIT-U.A.E. Signs M.O.U. with the British Council

Richard Pizer, Provost and Vice President for Academic Affairs for New York Institute of Technology (NYIT), and Richard Cotton, Country Director of the British Council, UAE, signed a Memorandum of Understanding to improve the level in English of students applying for admission to degree programs offered at the university.

NYIT was the first American university licensed by the Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific Research in the capital of United Arab Emirates. The British Council has had representation in the UAE since 1968 and is the United Kingdom’s international organisation for educational opportunities and cultural relations. The Council is a registered charity, 209131 (England and Wales) SC037733 (Scotland), and builds engagement and trust for the UK through the exchange of knowledge and ideas between people worldwide.

Prospective students at the NYIT are required to attain an IELTS score of 6.0 or TOEFL paper-based examination of 550 in order to meet the criteria in English to gain admission to the university. Students that do not meet the criteria have the option of studying IELTS preparation courses or general English at the British Council. On meeting the required scores and other admissions criteria, students can progress with their education and register for the career-oriented, degree of their choice at NYIT; study at any of the NYIT campuses in Abu Dhabi, New York, Bahrain, Amman, Canada, or China; and look forward to making a significant contribution to local and global economies.

Jul 09 2010

Solar Days in Abu Dhabi

NYIT-Abu Dhabi is the educational sponsor of Solar Days, Water Days, Light and Design Days in association with Sesam Business Consultants.
The conference and training workshop series focus on sustainability on the U.A.E.

The Light and Design Days were held on June 16 and 17, and Solar Days will be held on October 12 and 13, 2010.

NYIT is committed to research, programs and events related to sustainability and the green movement. To read more about NYIT's initiatives in sustainability go to www.nyit.edu/about_nyit/nyit_facts/sustainability_at_nyit.
 

Jul 01 2010

NYIT-Abu Dhabi’s Graduation Appears on Infinity TV

NYIT-Abu Dhabi's commencement was covered by Infinity TV

Jun 09 2010

Congratulations Graduates!

NYIT-Abu Dhabi's annual graduation ceremony took place at Abu Dhabi’s Armed Forces Officers Club on June 9, 2010.
Guests celebrated 18 master's degree graduates and 41 baccalaureate graduates in NYIT-Abu Dhabi’s Class of 2010.
Stay tuned for more graduation coverage.

Apr 23 2010

M.B.A Summer Program in N.Y.C.

Experience the best of New York! Take one or two global M.B.A. courses at New York Institute of Technology’s Manhattan campus, then join faculty and classmates on excursions to financial, business, and cultural landmarks.

For more information or to apply, visit nyit.edu/summermba, e-mail globalexchange@nyit.edu or call 1.212.261.1517

Feb 12 2010

Green Conference Concepts 2010

NYIT is co-sponsoring Green Conference Concepts 2010 "Marketing through Education." The conference is divided into a series of workshops in May, June and October.

Here is the schedule as it currently stands:

• May 19 & 20, 2010 (Daylight & Artificial Lighting Workshop, 8am to 3 pm)
• June 13 &14, 2010 (Water Days Workshop, 8am to 3pm)
• October 12 &13, 2010 (Solar Days Workshop, 8am to 3pm)
   

Dr. Taha Al-Dhouri of NYIT will speak on "The Fabric of the City" and "The Development of Abu-Dhabi. For more information please go to www.sesam-uae.com/greenbuilding

Feb 10 2010

NYIT-Abu Dhabi to Co-Sponsor Green Building 2010

NYIT-Abu Dhabi has announced that it will be among the sponsors of Green Building 2010, a series of conferences and workshops on sustainability in Abu Dhabi that include:

• Daylight & Artificial Lighting Workshop: May 19 - 20, 2010
• Water Days Workshop: June 13 - 14, 2010
• Solar Days Workshop, October 12 -13, 2010

Feb 02 2010

Reminder: SOURCE Deadline is March 30!

There's still time to submit original work, research, and art to NYIT's annual Symposium of University Research and Creative Expression (SOURCE). This year's event will take place at the new Theobald Science Center at NYIT-Old Westbury on April 23. All NYIT students are encouraged to join in this interdisciplinary symposium! Visit the SOURCE page.