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Alumna Puts Patient Care at the Center of Diabetes Research
New research by Yllka Valdez (B.A. ’24) suggests ways to improve care for diabetes patients.
Latest News
Longtime Economist Finds His Way Into Nuclear Energy Sector
Dario Martinez (M.S. ’25) has spent most of his professional career as an economist, and over the past three years, the energy management alumnus has become one of the voices shaping the conversation around Puerto Rico’s energy grid.
A SOURCE for Impressive Student Research
New York Tech’s 23rd Annual Symposium of University Research and Creative Expression (SOURCE) featured hundreds of students’ research and scholarly work.
SGA President Paves the Way for Current and Future Students
Student Government Association (SGA) President Yael Mendez Saavedra came to New York Tech because of its reputation and ended up enjoying his extracurricular leadership roles just as much as his studies.
Media Coverage
Student Researchers Featured in Local Media
Hyperlocal media outlets highlight students with research featured at this year’s Symposium of University Research and Creative Expression (SOURCE).
Alexander: Resiliency Allows Us to Bounce Back After Stressful Events
Cognitive neuroscientist explains the patterns and habits that protect the body and brain.
Why 35-Pound Plates Still Have a Place in the Gym
Exercise physiologist explains that 35-pound weight plates enable more gradual, accessible strength progression between standard increments.
Magazine
Fall 2025/Winter 2026
A Bold Prescription for Higher Education
New York Tech’s fifth president Jerry Balentine’s vision for the university focuses on innovation, opportunity, and belonging.
Expert Insights
Supporting Children with Autism
For Autism Acceptance Month, Associate Professor of Occupational Therapy Alexander Lopez, J.D., OT/L, shares practical guidance to help parents better understand how to support children on the spectrum.
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.
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.
What to Know About This Year’s Flu
As health officials brace for another active flu season, NYITCOM-Arkansas infectious disease physician Carl Abraham, M.D., shares what to expect and how to stay well.
The Cassowary’s Impact on the Rainforest
NYITCOM-Arkansas Assistant Professor Todd Green, Ph.D., sheds light on a bird species that plays an impactful role in rainforest conservation.