
The Achievement Index
Welcome to the School of Management's Achievement Index blog. Email your ideas and questions to us at pchandar@nyit.edu.

One Student’s Enduring Commitment to HR
Feature | Jul 20, 2021
Ishita Trikha (M.S. ’20), a recent graduate of the Human Resources Management and Labor Relations, M.S. program, is the recipient of the 2021 New York City Society for Human Resource Management Sherman Award for her dedication and active participation in New York Tech’s student chapter.
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Alumni Profile: Zahera Patel
Profile | Jul 19, 2021
Zahera Patel (M.B.A. ’19) doesn’t see her degree as only a career opportunity but as a way to build confidence. As a human resources manager, she uses what she learned in the classroom to effectively speak to and guide employees, helping them grow in their careers.
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Summer Squeeze: Why Gas Prices Are Going Up
Feature | Jun 30, 2021
Associate Professor Shaya Sheikh, Ph.D., talks to The Box about what is driving the surge in prices, what it means for air travel, and if there is relief in sight.
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New Degrees Prepare Students for In-Demand Fields
Feature | Jun 29, 2021
New York Tech has launched three new exciting degree programs that will prepare students to solve global challenges in engineering, public health, and business.
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Spotlight on Faculty Tenures and Promotions
Feature | Jun 25, 2021
As New York Tech prepares for the 2021-2022 academic year, several faculty members were recognized for their outstanding teaching, scholarship, service, and commitment to the university through tenure and promotions.
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Alumni Profile: Mujeebuddin Mohammed
Profile | Jun 21, 2021
After graduating from New York Tech, Mujeebuddin Mohammed (M.B.A. ’19) landed a position with Canadian supermarket chain Loblaw Companies Ltd. as a store administrator and human resources manager.
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Alumni Profile: Boaz Rahav
Profile | Jun 14, 2021
Boaz Rahav (M.B.A. ’98) is owner and co-founder of Hypersonic Force, a procurement and analytics company that helps government agencies identify and obtain hard-to-find parts required for the maintenance of vehicles, planes, and machinery.
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New York Tech Celebrates Its 60th Commencement
Feature | May 24, 2021
On Sunday, May 23, New York Tech’s 60th annual commencement was celebrated virtually, with medical school hooding being held on May 24 and 27 for NYITCOM campuses in Long Island and Jonesboro, Ark., respectively.
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Melanie Jelen Wins 2021 Madelyn Orsini Award
Blog | May 17, 2021
The 2021 Madelyn Orsini Award is given to Melanie Jelen (MBA '22).This is an annual award presented to a female student who demonstrates the values of the Women Economic Developers of Long Island (WEDLI) by her commitment to leadership and community service on Long Island.
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SOURCE 2021
Feature | Apr 29, 2021
More than 135 undergraduate and graduate students showcased their research and creative scholarly work at the annual Symposium of University Research and Creative Expression (SOURCE) held virtually on April 23.
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