Our Faculty
Expert Faculty, Real-World Impact
At New York Tech, our faculty are more than educators—they are industry leaders, researchers, and mentors dedicated to shaping the next generation of innovators.
With a deep commitment to academic excellence and hands-on learning, our professors bring real-world experience into the classroom, ensuring students gain the knowledge and skills needed to excel in today’s fast-evolving industries.
Our distinguished faculty includes experts across diverse fields such as engineering, architecture, medicine, business, computer science, anatomy, artificial intelligence, and more. Many are actively engaged in groundbreaking research, collaborating with global organizations, and driving technological advancements that have a lasting impact on society.
Beyond their credentials and accomplishments, our faculty are dedicated mentors, fostering a dynamic and inclusive learning environment that inspires creativity, critical thinking, and professional growth. They work closely with students—both in and out of the classroom—offering guidance, support, and valuable industry connections that help pave the way for successful careers.
Our faculty plays a pivotal role in ensuring students graduate with the confidence, skills, and experience to lead in their chosen fields.
Areas of Expertise
From biotechnology and AI to computer science and marketing, our faculty experts drive innovation and advance research and industry practices. With strengths in life sciences, architecture, behavioral science, and entrepreneurship, they equip students with the skills to lead and innovate in a rapidly evolving world.

At a Glance
332
full-time faculty
12:1
Student-to-Faculty Ratio
507
part-time faculty
Research
Our expert faculty fosters innovation through interdisciplinary research across STEM, business, design, and healthcare. Students collaborate with faculty to develop solutions that enhance medical therapies, bolster cybersecurity, promote sustainability, and stimulate economic growth.

Faculty News
Physician Responds to CDC Vaccine Schedule Changes
Family medicine physician Shane Speights, D.O., site dean for NYITCOM-Arkansas, weighs in on the new recommendations.
Community Building
Working on the Institute for Public Architecture’s Modeling Community Visions for a Future Without the BQE project, Marcus Wilford (B. Arch. ’16) turned to his alma mater for support.
Winter Weather Safety 101
Shane Speights, D.O., site dean at NYITCOM-Arkansas, shares tips to stay warm, dry, and safe during the cold months.
Brands Must Balance AI and Authenticity
As consumer behavior expert Colleen Kirk, D.P.S., explains, in 2026, marketers leveraging AI must remember to prioritize genuine connections and transparency.
Student Entrepreneurs Share Big Ideas
Students gathered at the Innovation and Entrepreneurship Academy’s Startup Tech Central to present their startup companies at the third NESTS FlyOff event.
Study: VR Helps Children With Autism Participate in Exercise and Sports
A new study by researchers from the School of Health Professions and College of Osteopathic Medicine demonstrates how virtual reality (VR) can help children with autism spectrum disorder participate in exercise.
In the Media
Why Storms Drive Shoppers to Buy Groceries
As major snowfall approached the New York area, consumer behavior expert Colleen Kirk, D.P.S., explained why shoppers stockpile groceries ahead of bad weather.
Psychiatrist Shares How to Ease Into Retirement
Director of the Center for Behavioral Health offers tips on how to emotionally prepare for retirement years.
Fitness Expert Explains Strength Training
Assistant professor of exercise science shares his expertise for best practices when designing strength workouts.
