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Two CUNY BS Information Science students, Dwight Allison and Vahimir (Vamir) Emile, were finalists in the CIE Innovation Sprint Competition, December 5–9, 2024, earning cash prizes. The competition, sponsored by Blackstone LaunchPad in partnership with L’Oréal and Deloitte, enabled students in the CUNY Inclusive Economy Initiative to develop their innovation and entrepreneurial skills, gain valuable experience solving real-world business challenges, and win cash prizes.

CUNY proudly presented its inaugural “50 Under 50” alumni list this past August. CUNY SPS alum and "50 under 50" inductee Kristen Lemma (Advanced Certificate Research Administration ’21), who now works as a senior grants specialist at NYU Langone Health, shares her takeaways about receiving this honor.

CUNY SPS Academic Director Dr. Arthur O’Connor, who heads the MS in Data Science and BS in Information Systems degree programs, discussed the potential risks and rewards to businesses utilizing Generative AI with CEO-Magazine in the article "Bridging the Gap: Generative AI and Organizational Readiness." Drawing on his vast experience in corporate IT management, Dr. O'Connor warns that AI programs such as ChatGPT cannot replace critical thinking. He also points out AI's tremendous efficiencies and cost-saving opportunities.

The CUNY SPS Human Relations bachelor's degree program has received a top ranking from the Affordable Degree Guide in recognition of its outstanding value. Named #11 on the registry of top-ranked online institutions, the Human Relations BA earned the high rating because of its academic rigor and enhanced curriculum.

CUNY SPS student Katerina Lewis Archer (Communications and Media ‘25 ) was recently named as one of six ambassadors for the New York Business Plan Competition (NYBPC), a statewide, intercollegiate entrepreneurship competition. The goal for the ambassadors is to promote the entrepreneurship competition on campus and in local regions.