Student Profile

A Vocal Performance Student Makes a Difference Through Drag
Whether vocal performance student Toby Chernesky performs drag or works at the Steinhardt costume shop, he makes the most of NYU.

Santana Kavanaugh: The Confidence to Trailblaze
Santana Kavanaugh, a Gallatin rising senior, created a concentration in critical race theory, human rights, and minority studies.

An NYU CALI Alum Reflects on Her Journey to NYU
Not only did the NYU CALI program prepare alum Kelci-Brooke Goodison to apply to college, it gave her the confidence she needed to navigate the process.

A Passion for Nutrition Becomes a World of Change
Jeanine Toussaint plans to use her education in nutrition as a platform to share the importance of eating healthy.

From Liberal Studies to Engineering: A Journey of Discovery
Dhruv Patel’s unexpected path toward medical school.

A Business Career and a Community Take Shape
First-generation college student Sofia Elhusseini prepares for a future in business.

Community Building Transforms the College Experience
At NYU, Alia Masud found supportive spaces that have helped her thrive.

Sports Business, Women’s Studies, and the Future of an Industry
NYU Gallatin student Bella Carino is shaping the future of women’s sports.