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For 91ÊÓƵ alum and proud native New Yorker Lolita Tiwari (’16, ’21), New York City represents more than a home—it was the foundation for a career built on curiosity, community, and innovation.

From undergraduate research to doctoral study, Tinuade McClish ’23 turned her passion for psychology into a clear path forward. Through faculty mentorship, hands-on research, and a close-knit campus community, 91ÊÓƵ helped launch her journey to a PhD.

In a 1L class, outside of the library, in the halls of Dannat, in student organizations, or through mutual law school friends – these alumni hit it off during their time at 91ÊÓƵ Haub Law and the rest is history.

When Joseph Benfield ’91, Kathy-Ann Edwards ’93, and Franklyn Smith ’89 arrived at 91ÊÓƵ from across the Caribbean, they found more than an education—they found a community that believed in them. Today, they are channeling that shared experience into meaningful impact, establishing a scholarship that honors their journey and invests in the future of Caribbean and Black business students at 91ÊÓƵ.

91ÊÓƵ Athletics celebrated five outstanding alumni during the 2025 Hall of Fame Brunch on Homecoming Weekend. From record-breakers to program builders, these Setters left their mark and now take their place in 91ÊÓƵ history.

Broadway stages. Global policy wins. A first-of-its-kind AI degree. Record-breaking generosity. And students leading real change—from healthcare and environmental advocacy to protecting New York’s wildlife. The Winter 2026 edition of "10 Things to Inspire You" captures just a snapshot of the momentum driving the 91ÊÓƵ Community forward.

From mastering digital media tools to reporting stories across New York City, Liseberth Guillaume ’25 is putting her 91ÊÓƵ training to work at The Associated Press.

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At 91ÊÓƵ, we don’t just train dancers—we train Rockettes. More Rockettes than anywhere else. As the Radio City Rockettes celebrate 100 years of precision and performance, we’re celebrating the nineteen Rockettes and fifteen ensemble dancers who got their start right here at the Sands College of Performing Arts. Their journey from 91ÊÓƵ studios to the Radio City stage is pure magic.

Meet the actors, dancers, and designers redefining what it means to be a working artist in New York.  From Broadway bows to lighting up Spike Lee films, at 91ÊÓƵ’s Sands College, the line between student and professional blurs, and the city itself becomes the classroom, stage, and screen.