College of Arts & Sciences
Alumni Profile: Sheena Howard
In 2014, Sheena Howard, Ph.D. (M.A. ’07), became the first Black female to receive a coveted William Eisner Comic Industry Award for her book Black Comics: Politics of Race and Representation. Learn more about her journey as an author, filmmaker, and professor.
Alum Returns to His Long Island Roots
Adam Pascal (B.F.A. ’92) played Roger Davis in the original Broadway production of RENT in 1996. After many years of living in Los Angeles and touring, he returns to his hometown to direct a four-performance of the award-winning musical.
Spotlight on Faculty Tenures and Promotions for 2023-2024
As New York Tech prepares for the 2023-2024 academic year, several faculty members were recognized through tenure and promotions.
Mini-Research Grant Program for High School Students Thrives
Continuing its commitment to undergraduate research and to building a pipeline for students to pursue STEM fields, New York Tech has completed the sixth year of its Mini-Research Grant Awards program.
New York Tech Celebrates the Class of 2023
On May 21, New York Institute of Technology celebrated its 62nd annual commencement and welcomed its newest alumni.
My Experience in Ferragamo’s Internship Program
Interdisciplinary studies major Pashence Glover recounts her experience as an intern at Italian luxury goods company Salvatore Ferragamo.
Embracing Her South Asian Culture
For Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month, biology student Nazia Rahman reflects on her culture, Bangladeshis’ contributions to science, technology, education, the arts, and medicine, and the significance of the month-long celebration.
New York Tech Student Headed to Harvard
Interdisciplinary studies major Yllka Valdez was accepted into the Harvard/MIT Equitable Access to Research Training M.D.-Ph.D. Summer Program, where she will she gain training and mentorship in scientific research.
Two Luminaries to Receive Honorary Degrees at 2023 Commencement
Antonio C. Bianco, M.D., Ph.D., a professor of medicine at the University of Chicago, and alumnus Eli Wachtel (B.S. ’72), co-CIO and founding member of the hedge fund Wachtel Capital LLC, will receive honorary degrees at New York Tech’s 62nd commencement on Sunday, May 21.
Student Profile: Angel Singh
Biology major Angel Singh grew up watching her grandmother’s home remedies resolve minor medical complaints. Her curiosity led her to her interest in investigating the connection between ingredients and modern healthcare and ignited her passion to become a physician.