Several leaders and faculty affiliated with New Jersey Institute of Technology and the New Jersey Innovation Institute (NJII) have been named to committees supporting Governor-elect Mikie Sherrill’s transition, bringing experience in transportation, economic development, environmental law, life sciences and computing research to the advisory effort.
New Jersey Institute of Technology alumni are helping shape one of New Jersey’s most significant public-space transformations — and they are doing it by pulling current NJIT students directly into the work.
New Jersey Institute of Technology’s annual Celebration fundraiser drew its largest audience ever and raised a record $1 million in support of student scholarships — marking a milestone in the event’s 30-year history.
Held Nov. 7 at The Grove in Cedar Grove, the black-tie gala united alumni, corporate partners and friends of the university for an evening that highlighted both NJIT’s growing philanthropic momentum and its mission to make a transformative education accessible to talented students.
A Community United by Philanthropy
Amid growing demand for licensed engineers and new infrastructure investment, NJIT is partnering with industry to make graduate education more accessible for working professionals — offering firms a way to upskill their engineers while expanding the state’s talent pipeline.
New Jersey Institute of Technology (NJIT) and the New Jersey Innovation Institute (NJII) today announced the launch of PureTrace Labs, a startup created to bring NJIT-developed technology for rapid detection of per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) to market.
The company marks the first official launch from NJII’s Venture Studio, supported by an investment of up to $1 million.
New Jersey Institute of Technology (NJIT) officially broke ground today on the reconstruction of Oak Hall, a 16-floor, 191,000-square-foot residence hall comprising 453 beds across 154 apartment-style units when it opens in summer 2027. The project will expand NJIT’s housing capacity by 275 beds and create a modern residential experience designed to support student success.
New Jersey Institute of Technology’s annual Celebration fundraiser will take place on Friday, November 7, 2025 at The Grove in Cedar Grove, NJ, and will recognize four outstanding honorees. A festive evening of dinner, dancing and awards that draws hundreds of alumni, business leaders and friends in support of student scholarships, Celebration was established in 1995 as a black-tie gala to benefit the Albert Dorman Honors College. Celebration has since expanded to support all six of NJIT’s colleges.
Written by: Andrew McMains and Tracey Regan
Published: Tuesday, August 5, 2025
The Research & Development Council of New Jersey is recognizing medical technology developed at New Jersey Institute of Technology and Stryker executive Robert C. Cohen’s leadership in surgical device and robotics innovation.
Three Highlanders were recognized for their entrepreneurial achievements and significant contributions to New Jersey’s economy at the 12th annual New Jersey Immigrant Entrepreneur Awards. Among the distinguished honorees were alumnus and trustee Dhiraj Shah '99, Foundation Board of Directors member Arthur Kapoor and Professor Suresh Kumar.
Two design and engineering innovators — Kim Vierheilig and Wei Wang — have been elected to the National Academy of Construction (NAC) Class of 2025, a prestigious honor recognizing individuals who have made significant, lasting contributions to the construction industry. Their election reflects the significant professional achievements of NJIT alumni and advisory leaders who continue to contribute to the advancement of the construction industry.
