Past Award Winners

Dorentina Gashi
Interdisciplinary Studies
New York Institute of Technology

Dorentina Gashi is pursuing her third year at NYIT in Interdisciplinary Studies, with an interest in oceanography and physics. Three key elements throughout her life have been discipline, productivity, and patience: Discipline – to stay consistent and follow through with goals, Productivity – allows her to reach for more, and Patience – to sustain and continue following a path to bring her closer to her goals. As the Vice President of the United Nations Chapter and Student Advisory Board at NYIT, Ms. Gashi strives to make a positive impact on all other students she meets on her journey.

Jessin Wang
Civil Engineering
Stony Brook University

Jessin Wang is pursuing her third year at Stony Brook University in Civil Engineering with a focus on structural analysis, design, and net-zero buildings. Her passion for sustainability and infrastructure fuels her dream to provide affordable housing and create neighborhoods where businesses and families can thrive. Ms. Wang wants to be the backbone of developing communities in underutilized spaces across Long Island that include easy, walkable access to various types of businesses, such as supermarkets, banks, and schools.