More than 350 New York Institute of Technology students completed community-based service-learning projects in support of science, technology, engineering, art, and math (STEAM) during the Fall 2019 semester. In service-learning, the theory or concept of a course is paired with a social issue in the community. Students learn key concepts and then apply the lessons to solve a problem for the public good. The critical thinking gained from performing these community-based projects can also build valuable soft skills that employers are looking for, including confidence and interpersonal skills. A total of 353 students completed more than 170 hours of service-learning on projects that had a $4,361 economic impact. Students overcame challenges in a variety of STEAM-based projects that took them into New York City public schools, where one group taught music theory and another team analyzed children's body language. Students also completed STEAM-based projects that tackled challenges such as Long Island's food waste and transit sustainability.

During a recent elementary school visit to the New York Institute of Technology Entrepreneurship and Technology Innovation Center (ETIC), seven New York Tech students helped children to become computer scientists and engineers for a day. The NYIT College of Engineering and Computing Sciences students joined Michael Nizich, Ph.D., ETIC director, in leading fifth-graders from Idle Hour Elementary School (Oakdale, N.Y.) in hands-on STEM activities that introduced them to emerging technologies and strategic problem-solving. The college students helped children draw up ideas to meet United Nations Sustainable Development Goals, and then assisted the fifth-graders in prototyping their concepts using pipe cleaners, Legos, and erector sets. New York Tech students also demonstrated and helped the children to experiment with technology such as robotics, mixed reality, computer-aided design (CAD), 3D printing, video game design, and computer simulations. The children also learned about potential careers in engineering fields, including Mechanical Engineering, Electrical and Computer Engineering, Computer Science and Cybersecurity.

On December 12, students from New York Institute of Technology's College of Engineering and Computing Sciences presented projects at the 2019 Undergraduate Research and Entrepreneurship Program (UREP). Held at the university's New York City campus, UREP provides NYIT College of Engineering and Computing Sciences undergraduate students with opportunities to work on group research or entrepreneurship projects under the guidance of faculty mentors. Each UREP team is awarded $500 throughout the duration of their study at New York Tech to cover the cost of supplies and materials to engage in research activities. This year's projects included Microwave Imaging for Non-Metallic Media, Cancer Detection Using an Array of Split Ring Resonators, Hydrogen-Powered Cars, and many others.

More than 70 students completed New York Institute of Technology's rigorous Internship Certificate Program during fall 2019, earning valuable hands-on experience and developing skills in a wide range of work environments.

Students from New York Institute of Technology's College of Engineering and Computing Sciences attended this year's Society of Women Engineers 2019 conference. The event, which is the world's largest conference and career fair for women in engineering and technology, took place November 7-9 in Anaheim, CA. Students discovered career opportunities, made connections with industry, and were inspired by new mentors. Females only account for 21% of New York State's engineering graduates, but students who attended were inspired to help break boundaries and continue to promote diversity within the engineering and STEM fields. Students discovered career opportunities, met with industry leaders, and connected with new mentors. The Society of Women Engineers, founded in 1950, is a not-for-profit educational and service organization in the United States. SWE has over 37,000 members in nearly 100 professional sections and 300 student sections throughout the United States.

New York Institute of Technology students completed travel-related projects during the summer and fall of 2019 as part of the Edward Guiliano Global Fellowship program. Students traveled to: Mexico City, Mexico Costa Rica Bogota, Colombia San Francisco, California Hanoi, Vietnam Xi'an, China Guilin, China

On October 23, students in New York Institute of Technology's nursing program received their white coats. The Nursing White Coat Ceremony signifies the transition from classroom learning to clinical learning, and represents a formal welcome into the nursing profession. It is held each fall semester of the students' junior year, before beginning their first clinical experience in health facilities.

The student-athletes achieved a 3.2 or better GPA in the spring 2019 semester, and qualified for the university's Athletic Director's Honor Roll. Thirteen student-athletes actually produced perfect 4.0 GPAs: Julia Andor, Kaitlyn Byrnes, Ashley Claud, Diego Espiniella, Madisyn Hausch, Jean Kehyayan, Kylie Lacerte, Veronika Nemcova, Ane Rake, Ruth Rodriguez, Martin Sundell, Pol Zapata and Ann-Kathrin Zilles.

On October 18, New York Institute of Technology launched its first Community Free Clinic (CFC) session at The Pillars in Harlem, NY. New York Institute of Technology College of Osteopathic Medicine students volunteered at the community health care clinic, screening patients for conditions such as diabetes and high blood pressure. In partnership with The Pillars, a New York City-based substance abuse recovery center, the CFC offers free monthly screenings, as well as education sessions. Special attention is paid to medical issues that are prevalent in the Harlem community, such as diabetes and high blood pressure. The clinic is part of the Building Resilient Communities initiative between New York Institute of Technology and Harlem Congregations for Community Improvement (HCCI), which encourages collaboration and programming that benefits Harlem's Bradhurst community and New York Tech students.

New York Institute of Technology congratulates more than 1,000 students who were named to the Spring 2019 President's List.

New York Institute of Technology congratulates the graduates who received their academic degrees at the university's 58th annual commencement, held in Old Westbury on May 19, 2019.

On May 20, a team of second-year physician assistant studies students took first place in the Yes, I Scan: Ultrasound Student Workshop and Competition. At the competition, held at the Colorado Convention Center in Denver, Team Sonic Boom competed for the top honor against 36 other teams from physician assistant (PA) programs across the country. Team members demonstrated their ultrasound skills in a variety of clinical circumstances. One instance included the use of portable ultrasonography at a patient's bedside to quickly and correctly diagnose shock from a pulmonary embolism, which was caused by deep vein thrombosis of the leg. The students then also ordered the appropriate labs and treatment protocol.

Fifty-eight students were inducted into two business honor societies at NYIT School of Management's end-of-year awards ceremony.

On May 15, New York Institute of Technology students presented their work at the Film and Animation Festival, an annual event held by the institution's Communication Arts and Digital Art and Design departments. The showcase took place at the NYIT Auditorium on Broadway and included a diverse mix of student artwork ranging from short films, 2D animation, 3D animation, motion graphics, commercials, and more.

Five students have been named to the executive board of New York Institute of Technology's Student Government Association (SGA) for the Long Island campus for the 2019-2020 academic year.

New York Institute of Technology awarded Edward Guiliano Global Fellowships to seven students to carry out travel-related projects during summer and fall of 2019.

NYIT recognizes 11 architecture students who recently completed a tour of Italy to research redevelopment of decommissioned power stations. The tour of industrial sites across the country was the culmination of classwork initiated in New York.

New York Institute of Technology recognizes members of public relations firm the Carleton Group, a student-run group who served local nonprofit organizations during fall semester by designing logos, slogans, videos, and even stickers. Clients included the Health and Welfare Council of Long Island, General Needs, the Congregational Church of Manhasset, and novelist John J. Dunn (Who Shot the School Board?).

Ninety-two students completed NYIT's rigorous Internship Certificate Program during fall 2019, earning valuable hands-on experience and developing skills in a wide range of work environments.

Welcome to eSports, a skyrocketing industry and a new frontier on the collegiate athletics scene, where NYIT is poised to become a major player. eSports viewership is expected to reach 380 million this year, (according to market intelligence firm Newzoo), and by 2020, this segment of the video game industry is expected to generate $1.4 billion in advertising, sponsorships, tickets, merchandising, and media rights. "The world of eSports is such a phenomenon," says Dan Velez, NYIT director of athletics and recreation. "It's become more legitimized now that major TV networks like ABC and ESPN are televising matches." Higher education has also taken notice: More than 80 collegiate eSports teams have launched in the United States, according to the National Association of Collegiate Esports. In January 2017, the CyBears, NYIT's first-ever eSports team, officially launched with eight players; this fall, the CyBears are competing in the East Coast Conference's (ECC) inaugural eSports season. The Fall 2018 roster includes 30 students from NYIT's Long Island and New York City campuses who play the top eSports competitive games including Overwatch, League Of Legends, and Rainbow 6 Siege, among others. "I do consider eSports a sport because there is a lot of mental energy required," says Velez. "You have to learn to adapt to situations and possess a specialized skill set. The eye-hand coordination of an eSports athlete is through the roof." The overall commitment to their game makes eSports athletes similar to their traditional counterparts where focus, discipline, time management, and dedication are paramount. To welcome the CyBears to their ECC eSports debut, NYIT is building a new facility for them to practice and compete on the Long Island campus. NYIT has also launched a Center for eSports Medicine to understand the injuries and physical fitness of cyber-athletes and has introduced a customized bachelor's degree program tailored for students interested in emerging video game careers.

Twenty-eight students from NYIT College of Engineering and Computing Sciences attended the Society of Women Engineers (SWE) Conference in Minneapolis, Minn., October 17 - 20. SWE is one of the largest conferences for women engineers but is open to anyone interested in attending.