Pace University News

A few minutes today could make all the difference tomorrow. PEER is a confidential, voluntary program designed to support members of our NYC Campus community who may need assistance during an emergency.

Congratulations to Elisabeth Haub School of Law’s ADR Mediation Team on an outstanding performance at the Client Counseling Competition. This unique competition centered on legal challenges arising from artificial intelligence and emerging technologies. Ultimately, the Pace Haub Law team, Melanie Mahoney (3L), Lana Hubbs (3L), and Zella Ertl (2L), finished as Semi-Finalists.

From co-founding Women in Lubin to studying business analytics in New York City’s Financial District, Dafina is gaining hands-on experience, building leadership skills, and turning opportunity into impact.

On Thursday, February 5, 2026, student scholars of the Land Use Law Center (LULC) at the Elisabeth Haub School of Law at Pace University hosted a faculty and student showcase highlighting years of research and collaboration on Climate Resilient Development. The event underscored the vital role that Pace Haub Law students play in advancing innovative legal strategies to help communities respond to the growing challenges of climate change.

At the intersection of art and technology, Olivia Vella ’26 is building a career through visual storytelling. With support from Pace faculty and immersive coursework, the dual major landed a motion graphics internship at Madison Square Garden—where her work electrifies game-day experiences.

Pace University isn’t just studying the world’s biggest challenges, we’re helping solve them. From global policy conversations in Davos to student-led action at the United Nations, Pace is advancing the SDGs in real time.

Tyler McShane ’26 noticed something missing in the way students connect on campus and set out to change it. The result was a novel on-campus event that mixed psychology, honest conversation, and a little romance.

From immigrant to entrepreneur, Rafad Shlla ’26 shares her story of resilience and vision. Read her journey in her own words as she reflects on how Pace opened doors—from studying in London to creating her own app.

With students back on campus and the semester underway, President Marvin Krislov welcomes the Pace Community to spring and offers reflections on leadership, global learning, and the moments that will shape the months ahead.

From her first days in New York City to a role at the Mayor’s Office of Management and Budget, international student Areeba Hashmi ’26 found confidence, community, and career momentum through Pace University’s Master of Public Administration program.