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Confidence and Community
A semester-long design studio project, where students were tasked with proposing a community theater, pushed two architecture students out of their comfort zone. What they discovered is their appreciation for community and their place in their future profession.
Latest News
New York Tech Launches Civil Engineering Degree Program
The new degree program will prepare graduates to address critical infrastructure needs that directly enhance communities and the built environment.
Op-ed: The College Degree Isn’t Dead. But the Wrong Kind Could Cost You $2 Million.
A Fortune op-ed by President Jerry Balentine, D.O., contends that universities built for the next decade must prepare graduates to move beyond technical execution and develop skills AI can’t replicate.
Media Coverage
Debunked: Magicians’ Words Don’t Fool Your Eyes
Research by a College of Arts and Sciences faculty member reveals that magic show patter doesn’t misdirect audiences.
Civil Engineering Program in the Spotlight
New York Tech’s new degree offering is highlighted in local news outlet.
Fitness Expert Explains Push vs. Pull Exercises
Exercise physiologist shares strength training workouts targeting specific movement patterns.
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
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.
Identifying Signs of Bullying
As back-to-school season approaches, Assistant Professor of Psychology and Counseling Cameka Hazel, Ed.D., shares tips for parents to identify signs of a bully.