Diversity

Student Aid Advocacy Day: Amplifying Voices for Educational Equity
In February, college students converged to advocate for prioritized educational funding in the forthcoming New York State budget.

Brian Harper Celebrated as Black Trailblazer
Brian Harper, M.D., M.P.H., vice president for equity and inclusion and chief medical officer, was one of three Black trailblazers celebrated on FOX 5 programming for Black History Month.

Celebrate Black History Month 2024
New York Tech celebrates Black History Month with a series of events.

Hispanic Heritage Month: Sharing in the Beauty of Diversity
Director of Student Engagement and Development Jeunelle Sanabria sat down with New York Tech News to talk about National Hispanic Heritage Month, its meaning to her, and what this year’s theme means to the younger generation.

You Belong
New York Tech is one of the most diverse universities in the country. New initiatives aim to help all students feel welcomed, supported, and connected.

News Byte: Summer Maker Academy Recognized as an Inspiring STEM Program
New York Tech’s 2022 VOYA Summer Camp Program received the 2023 Inspiring Programs in STEM Award from INSIGHT Into Diversity magazine.

Juneteenth: Justice is Often Delayed
Melissa Pond, J.D., equity officer and Title IX coordinator, reflects on the importance of Juneteenth.

Creating a Safe Space and Sense of Belonging
Earlier this year, New York Tech offered a Safe Zone Train-the-Trainer session, where faculty and staff learned about LGBTQ+ identities, gender and sexuality, and examined prejudice, assumptions, and privilege.

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.

Autism Acceptance Month: Promoting Inclusivity
April is Autism Acceptance Month, promoting inclusivity and positivity toward those with autism spectrum disorder. Here we highlight a few members of the New York Tech community who are working to enhance understanding, therapies, and life experiences for those with autism.