NYU School of Professional Studies

10/23/2026

We recently held our third annual NYU SPS Hall of Fame ceremony and reception at City Winery, where we inducted nine remarkable honorees.

The ceremony featured remarks from NYU Provost Gigi Dopico and Dean Angie Kamath, with Kathleen Rennie introducing this year's Hall of Fame inductees.

Their careers span industries and fields, but each reflects the leadership, ambition, and impact of the NYU SPS community.

Congratulations, again, to our 2026 honorees:

▶️ Louisa R. Bargeron (NYU SPS Division of Programs in Business, '07), Brigadier General, U.S. Army Reserve
▶️ Steen Petri (NYU Jonathan M. Tisch Center of Hospitality '03), Managing Director, Investments, HEI Hotels & Resorts
▶️ Yaron Weitzman (NYU SPS Preston Robert Tisch Institute for Global Sport '11), NBA Reporter and Author
▶️ Fenton Reese (NYU SPS Division of Programs in Business '21), Security Territory Manager for the New York Metro Campus and the Eastern United States, Bloomberg LP
▶️ Scott Harrison (NYU SPS Division of Applied Undergraduate Studies '96), Founder and CEO, charity: water
▶️ Brian Ray (NYU Schack Institute of Real Estate '02), Co-Founder and Managing Partner, Alchemy-ABR Investment Partners
▶️ Charlie Sungho Shin (NYU SPS Preston Robert Tisch Institute for Global Sport '07), Vice President, Analytics & Digital Innovation, Indianapolis Colts
▶️ Jonathan Dunne (NYU SPS Division of Programs in Business '14), Chief People Officer, Deloitte Global
▶️ Christopher Goff (NYU SPS Division of Applied Undergraduate Studies '18), Senior Managing Director, Head of Capital Formation, Crescent

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10/21/2026

Thinking about graduate school at NYU SPS? We might be coming to a city near you!

Connect with NYU School of Professional Studies representatives at an upcoming graduate recruitment event to explore our programs, ask questions, and learn more about the admissions process. Whether you're in New York City or elsewhere, there are opportunities to connect with us and discover what's next for your education and career.

Explore upcoming events and find one near you: https://apply.sps.nyu.edu/portal/grad_recruitmentevents

10/20/2026

As we continue our month-long celebration of the 2026 NYU School of Professional Studies Hall of Fame class, we recognize three more outstanding alumni whose careers demonstrate the impact of an SPS education across industries.

Congratulations to Charlie Sungho Shin, Vice President, Analytics & Digital Innovation, Indianapolis Colts; Jonathan Dunne, Chief People Officer, Deloitte Global; and Christopher Goff, Senior Managing Director, Head of Capital Formation, Crescent!

Charlie Sungho Shin (MS '07, NYU SPS Preston Robert Tisch Institute for Global Sport): "I left a consulting career in Seoul for NYU SPS, arriving without a background in American sports or a single contact in the business. The program gave me both the knowledge to understand this industry and the network to enter it."

Jonathan Dunne (MS '14, NYU SPS Division of Programs in Business): "My SPS education was an important chapter in both my professional and personal growth. It challenged me to look beyond traditional approaches to human resources and to understand how people, organizational design, and leadership can come together to drive meaningful change."

Christopher Goff (BA '18, NYU SPS Division of Applied Undergraduate Studies): "SPS took a chance on a young man who had faced a difficult journey, recognizing potential beyond the traditional measures of academic achievement. That belief in me, coupled with an exceptional education and professors who were deeply invested in my success, helped change the trajectory of my life. SPS gave me more than an education, rather it gave me an opportunity to prove what I could achieve."

Congratulations to all nine members of the 2026 NYU SPS Hall of Fame class!


NYU Alumni

10/19/2026

For , we're celebrating NYU SPS Division of Applied Undergraduate Studies alum April Cardena ('22), whose educational journey reflects the power of pursuing new opportunities.

After gaining professional experience in government and political campaigns, April decided to return to college and enrolled at LaGuardia Community College. There, she found her footing, became deeply involved on campus, and eventually worked as a student recruiter helping others navigate their own paths to higher education.

Encouraged by a LaGuardia advisor, April applied to NYU through the Community College Transfer Opportunity Program (CCTOP). She transferred to NYU SPS, where she went on to earn her bachelor's degree in social sciences with a concentration in sociology.

"A lot of us come into the school not knowing the potential that we have," April said of NYU SPS. "Maybe it's our second, third, or fourth try at school. SPS is one of those places where they value your singular experience and they strive to make you a part of a larger community while keeping your experience unique."

Today, April continues to build on her experiences through her work in government affairs, bringing together communities and helping ensure their voices are represented. And, earlier this year, she also helped represent the NYU SPS community as one of the students and alumni featured in our billboard and subway advertising campaign across New York City.

Learn more about transferring to NYU SPS: https://www.sps.nyu.edu/transfer


NYU Alumni

10/16/2026

Congratulations to NYU SPS alum and Dean's Advisory Board member Ashley Russo on receiving the ArtsQuest Foundation's Linny Lifetime Achievement Award!

Ashley earned her associate degree in General Studies from NYU SPS Division of Applied Undergraduate Studies and her BA in Journalism from the NYU College of Arts and Science. She has since built an accomplished career in media and storytelling, founding the nine-time Emmy Award-winning ASR Media and serving as co-founder and chief community and culture officer of Turnstone Creative. In addition, she served as host for the 2025 NYU School of Professional Studies Hall of Fame Awards.

Presented last night at the ArtsQuest Foundation's 10th Anniversary Linny Awards, the honor recognizes Ashley's decades of leadership, community service, and commitment to elevating voices across Pennsylvania’s Lehigh Valley.



NYU Alumni

10/15/2026

Last night, NYU School of Professional Studies students held a cross-disciplinary event exploring how stadiums are evolving beyond game day into destinations that create year-round value.

Using Viking Lakes as a case study, featured guest Mark Wilf, co-owner and president of the Minnesota Vikings, joined NYU SPS Preston Robert Tisch Institute for Global Sport associate dean Daniel Kelly, NYU Jonathan M. Tisch Center of Hospitality interim associate dean Bruno Eeckels, and NYU Schack Institute of Real Estate associate dean Marc Norman for a cross-disciplinary conversation about the growing intersection of sport, hospitality, and real estate.

The discussion gave students a unique look at how these industries are converging and what that evolution could mean for the future of sports and entertainment districts.

10/14/2026

NYU SPS Preston Robert Tisch Institute for Global Sport associate dean Daniel Kelly was quoted in this The Japan Times story about how the NBA's plans to expand into European basketball are raising questions about the future of the EuroLeague, including the potential impact on existing clubs, team owners, and the broader international basketball landscape.

"'They have a clear path to launching in 27-28, a year from now,' said Daniel Kelly, associate dean and clinical professor at NYU's Tisch Institute for Global Sport. 'And they can launch their league without poaching any of those clubs.'

'But the better deal is to align with Euroleague and bring in some of those clubs because then you have a critical mass of fan bases and you’re not starting from scratch.'"

Read more:

On Tuesday, the continent’s top clubs turned down an offer from the NBA, raising the prospect of a battle for Europe’s teams, players and commercial riches.

10/13/2026

We continue to celebrate the 2026 NYU School of Professional Studies Hall of Fame class and the remarkable alumni whose careers reflect the breadth and impact of the SPS community.

This month, we're celebrating our honorees each week, leading up to the SPS Hall of Fame ceremony.
Congratulations to Fenton Reese, Security Territory Manager for the New York Metro Campus and the Eastern United States, Bloomberg LP; Scott Harrison, Founder and CEO of charity: water; and Brian Ray, Co-Founder and Managing Partner, Alchemy-ABR Investment Partners!

Fenton Reese (MS '21, NYU SPS Division of Programs in Business): "NYU SPS helped me transform decades of leadership experience into a deeper understanding of coaching, human development, and organizational transformation. Most importantly, it reinforced my belief that transition is not an ending—it is an opportunity for reinvention, renewed purpose, and continued service."

Scott Harrison (AA ’96, NYU SPS Division of Programs in Business): "My degree has helped prepare me for my first humanitarian mission as a photojournalist aboard the Mercy Ships in post-war Liberia, West Africa. It also gave me a love and familiarity for New York City, where I returned to build charity: water only blocks away from campus."

Brian Ray (MS ’02, NYU Schack Institute of Real Estate): "One of the most important themes of my adult life as a New Yorker has been my constant connection to NYU, and specifically to the Schack Institute of Real Estate. ... I would not have the career I always dreamt of without everything NYU has given me."

Congratulations to our 2026 NYU SPS Hall of Fame inductees!

10/12/2026

Join us on Saturday, October 24th for a Graduate Open House at the NYU School of Professional Studies!

The in-person Open House event offers a comprehensive resource hub for prospective graduate students. Attendees can participate in 30-minute sessions led by the Admissions and Financial Aid teams, providing essential information about the application process and funding options.

During lunch, visitors have the opportunity to engage with student clubs and student government representatives, gaining insight into campus life and extracurricular activities.

The event also features academic breakout rooms where attendees can explore specific programs and interact with faculty members, offering a thorough overview of the academic opportunities available.

Learn more and register here: https://apply.sps.nyu.edu/register/?id=f74baeff-f3dc-4f42-804f-2cf1cfb9d87e

10/09/2026

On Wednesday, leaders at the intersection of real estate, energy, capital, and technology gathered for the inaugural Data Center and AI Infrastructure Forum, hosted by the NYU Schack Institute of Real Estate in partnership with Haynes and Boone, LLP. The forum brought together developers, investors, operators, and policymakers to examine the rapidly evolving physical infrastructure powering artificial intelligence.

The forum was led by co-chairs Suhail Tayyeb, clinical assistant professor at the NYU SPS Schack Institute of Real Estate, and Jeffrey A. Moerdler, chair of the Data Center and Digital Infrastructure Practice at Haynes Boone. Marc Norman, associate dean of the Schack Institute, opened the program with welcome remarks.

Throughout the day, conversations moved beyond the headlines around AI to focus on what it actually takes to build and finance the infrastructure behind it, from power availability and grid constraints to capital deployment, site selection, construction timelines, and ex*****on risk. Tayyeb opened the program with "The AI Infrastructure Shock," and later joined Pouya Lavian, deputy chief of staff for policy at the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, for a fireside conversation. The program also featured a keynote, "Data Centers For The Rest Of Us," from Dean DeBiase, chairman of RWS Data Centers and CEO of Reboot Partners/Reboot Media.

Congratulations to the NYU Schack community and all of the industry leaders who helped launch this new forum and bring together timely perspectives on the future of AI infrastructure, energy, capital, and real estate.

Learn more about the Schack Institute of Real Estate: https://www.sps.nyu.edu/about/academic-divisions-and-departments/schack-institute-of-real-estate.html

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