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Technology Leadership, Innovation and Entrepreneurship Drive Economic Vitality of New York City at Polytechnic Institute of NYU
October 22, 2008
WHAT
Polytechnic Institute of NYU Fall Convocation
WHY
Presidents Jerry M. Hultin of Polytechnic Institute of NYU and John Sexton of New York University together with Polytechnic Chairman of the Board Ralph Alexander and the Board of Trustees of NYU-Poly join Governor David A. Paterson in celebrating and introducing the first academic year for Polytechnic Institute of NYU (formerly Polytechnic University), now an affiliate of New York University.
The NYU-Poly community has embraced an academic vision based on i²e – invention, innovation, and entrepreneurship. As a technology-focused institution in a city rich in resources and opportunities, NYU-Poly is creating change in three key areas: 1) the global information economy, 2) health and wellness, and 3) urban systems.
Among the highlights since the affiliation between Polytechnic Institute of NYU and New York University are:
- Total enrollment for Fall 2008 has increased by over 650 students.
- The average SAT of current full-time freshmen has increased by 40 points over Fall 2007 freshmen.
- Polytechnic Institute of NYU is New York City’s most comprehensive school of engineering, applied sciences, technology and research, and is rooted in a 154-year tradition of leadership in innovation, invention and entrepreneurship.
WHO
Governor David A. Paterson
President Jerry M. Hultin, Polytechnic Institute of NYU
President John Sexton, New York University
Board Chairman Ralph Alexander, Immediate Past Chairman Craig G. Matthews and the Board of Trustees of Polytechnic Institute of NYU
WHERE
Polytechnic Institute of NYU
Six MetroTech Center
At Jay Street, downtown Brooklyn
WHERE
Wednesday, October 22, 2008
4:00 PM - 6:00 PM
QUOTES
- Attributed to Jerry M. Hultin, Polytechnic Institute of NYU President:
"The students, faculty and administration are very excited about the new opportunities this dynamic partnership will provide. This perfect fit between two great universities will preserve and enhance Polytechnic's commitment to top-tier technology education and research, contribute to the economic vitality of New York City and to our students' ability to compete in the 21st century global economy."
- Attributed to Ralph Alexander, Chairman of the Board of Trustees of Polytechnic Institute of NYU:
"Polytechnic's landmark affiliation with NYU will provide a dynamic impetus to the economic vitality and growth of New York City as a vibrant hub for technological innovation and entrepreneurship. It will expand global and interdisciplinary resources and programs for our students and future leaders of tomorrow to better prepare them for the challenges of the 21st Century global economy. And the partnership will generate endless opportunities for collaboration and research for our faculty so that this top-tier educational institution continues to make an impact on the technological, social and intellectual progress of the people in New York, across the nation and around the globe."
- Attributed to Craig Matthews, Immediate Past Chairman of the Board of Trustees of Polytechnic Institute of NYU:
"This momentous affiliation will make New York a leading technological center for innovation, entrepreneurship and economic growth. It will yield huge benefits for faculty by increasing research and collaboration, and will expand interdisciplinary resources and programs for our students globally."
CONTACT
Polytechnic Institute of NYU
John F. Kelly
1 718-260-3792
jfkelly@poly.edu
MWW Group
Christopher Beattie
1 212-740-9727
cbeattie@mww.com
For more pr information, please visit www.poly.edu/press.
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LEADERSHIP
Jerry M. Hultin
President,
Polytechnic Institute of NYU
PDF Bio - 321k
Ralph Alexander
Chairman of the Board, Polytechnic Institute of NYU
PDF Bio - 384k
Craig G. Matthews
Immediate Past Chairman
Polytechnic Institute of NYU
PDF Bio - 318k
JPEG IMAGES
President Hultin
NYU-Poly exterior
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