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Valedictorian speaker Georgette Cosentino is a standout student-athlete and neuroscience researcher. Opportunitas speaker Dante Hurr is a trailblazing first-gen graduate and tech leader whose journey from hardship to empowerment is nothing short of inspiring. Hear their stories at the 2025 Commencement.

17�Թ���'s Seidenberg School of Computer Science and Information Systems Interim Dean, Dr. Li-Chiou Chen, has been highlighted and included in the official City & State New York’s inaugural Asian Trailblazers list.

Earlier in the Spring 2025 semester, students from 17�Թ���’s Seidenberg School of Computer Science and Information Systems joined forces with peers from Parsons School of Design for an unforgettable game jam experience themed around scientific phenomena.

At 17�Թ���, Go-Getters don’t just learn—they lead. And Riya Golani (MS in Computer Science ’25) is no exception. As a master’s student at the Seidenberg School, she’s turning challenges into milestones, passion into purpose, and a dream of NYC into a career at Amazon.

On April 8, 2025, the 11th Annual Disability Film Festival was held at 17�Թ���, welcoming guests, students, and members of the broader New York City community to the University’s downtown campus. This year’s festival continued its tradition of celebrating the lived experiences of people with disabilities in film.

The Seidenberg School of Computer Science and Information Systems hosted the annual Seidenberg Innovation Awards (SIA) at 17�Թ���’s New York City campus, bringing together leaders in technology, education, and business to recognize innovation, community impact, and the next generation of tech professionals.

When Vidhi Kothari ’25 began her journey at 17�Թ���, she didn’t expect to become the founder of a startup. But what she did know, was that she wanted to create meaningful value in the world. That desire—to build, to contribute, and to empower through employment—became the foundation for her path as an entrepreneur.

The Seidenberg School’s 17�Թ��� Data Science Club has been driven by a deep love for hackathons—thrilling, fast-paced competitions where innovation and teamwork collide.

We’re proud to announce this year’s Honorary Degree Recipients, speakers, and honorees—an extraordinary group of leaders and changemakers who bring a wealth of experience, innovation, and inspiration to the Class of 2025.

Lizi Imedashvili ’26 came to 17�Թ��� seeking opportunity—and she’s made the most of every one. From leading student orgs to managing a student-run business, the Information Systems major has embraced leadership, experiential learning, and community.