Dyson College of Arts and Sciences News

Two extraordinary Setters will be honored with Pace’s prestigious 2025 Trustee Award at this year’s Commencement ceremony. Meet Layne Davis and Brianna Shea, and discover how they’re already making their mark.

Each year, the Community Service Award shines a light on students who turn vision into action and passion into impact. This year, we are proud to honor Jasmine Cintron-Soto ’25 and Jamie-Lynn Figueroa ’25 for their tireless advocacy and their commitment to building a stronger, more inclusive community.

When Federal Reserve Bank of New York President John Williams visited Pace, it was more than a campus event. It was a student-driven moment that showcased the impact of our Economics program and the strength of our award-winning Fed Challenge team.

How do you go from summer camps in Shanghai to a PhD program in plant biology? For Kevin Huang ’25, it started with a love of learning—and a Pace education built around research and opportunity.

When Vidhi Kothari ’25 began her journey at Pace University, 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.

Associate Professor Mirjana Pantic, PhD, and a team of Pace students and alumnae presented research in Australia on how Gen Z navigates the workplace. Their findings revealed a strong preference for hybrid work, open communication, and real-time feedback—insights that are already making an impact beyond the classroom.

Twenty-four students, undergraduate and graduate, and five faculty members in the Economics department presented their original research at the Eastern Economic Association (EEA) annual conference, one of the major conferences for professional economists in the United States.

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.

From helping immigrants start businesses, to breaking down barriers with AI-generated art, Pace professors are using technology to build stronger, more equitable communities.

Generative AI is reshaping how we create, communicate, and engage with the world—but what do we gain, and what do we risk losing? This thought-provoking guide challenges you to move beyond fear or hype, applying critical thinking to AI’s evolving role in media, creativity, ethics, and society.