MayFest 2024
From April 29 through May 3, students, faculty, and staff celebrated the end of the academic year at MayFest. This year’s festivities were hosted by the Office of Student Life in collaboration with various student organizations.
A long-standing New York Tech tradition, MayFest kicked off with a swag giveaway on the Long Island campus and karaoke night in New York City. The week followed with a bevy of activities, including working on DIY projects while sipping bubble tea in New York City, Taco Tuesday on Long Island, Arcade Day in the 11th-floor auditorium in 16 W. 61st St., Final Roar Senior Toasts at Three Monkeys in New York City and Buffalo Wild Wings on Long Island, carnivals on both campuses, and a fashion show on the New York City campus featuring the styles of up-and-coming designers.
Five Questions With Alexander Lopez
Associate Professor Alexander Lopez, J.D., OT/L, FAOTA, explains how using technology to turn physical activities into a game could help more children with autism spectrum disorder stay active.
Building Machines…and a Future
Mechanical engineering student Anthony Vazquez Rivas aspires to a career in HVAC, but it’s the projects he’s worked on along the way at New York Tech that inspired him to decide on the specialty.
Natural Talent
Future architect and Honors College student Ayodele Washington’s interests lie in sustainability, and she intends to design and develop buildings that are better not only for humans but for the planet.
Future Physicians Provide Care in the Dominican Republic
College of Osteopathic Medicine students delivered hands-on care in rural Dominican Republic communities with the medical school’s Center for Global Health.
A Lifelong Learner
Adjunct Instructor of Architecture Efrat Nizan (B.Arch.’ 98) looks ahead to new lessons—for herself and her students.
Faculty Tenures and Promotions for 2026–2027
Several faculty members have been recognized for their outstanding teaching, scholarship, service, and commitment to the university and its students through tenure and promotions.