Wentworth News Archive

The famed Huntington Theatre in Boston has undergone an extensive renovation, and the public will get to hear all about it through an exclusive tour Thursday provided by Wentworth Institute of Technology alumna Nurit Zuker.

Zuker, Architecture ’02, is Senior Associate at Bruner/Cott Architects, the team that transformed the theater to increase its capacity for meaningful public engagement and the vibrant exchange of ideas through the performance arts.

Last year, Wentworth Institute of Technology’s Humanities Department embarked on an unforgettable journey to Cyprus, immersing students in the rich tapestry of ancient history, vibrant culture, and stunning landscapes.  

Led by Professor Jody Gordon, the trip was a part of a summer program offering Wentworth students a chance to learn more about the history of the area, modern culture, and its future as an entrepreneurial hub. After learning more about Cyprus, students then physically traveled there for a week to explore firsthand.

Marcia Williams, a Business Management senior, is set to graduate with more than just a degree.

Two Wentworth Institute of Technology faculty members will be honored by the Boston Society of Civil Engineers next week when they host their 175th anniversary awards dinner.

Professor Gautham Das will receive the 2024 College Educator Award, which is presented to a member of the academic community who inspires and encourages civil engineering students through exceptional teaching and mentorship in the New England area.  

In an interview with Invest, Wentworth Institute of Technology President Mark A. Thompson details the university’s strategic focus on AI, robotics, and climate resilience, securing alignment with industry needs and ensuring that students are future ready.  

Thompson also praises the institution’s co-op program for its role in achieving high employment rates for graduates, and highlights Wentworth’s forward momentum as the university looks ahead. 

On June 7 Wentworth Institute of Technology’s Workforce Development and Professional Education concluded the first cohort of the Leadership in the Built Environment (LBE) Academy program, celebrating the achievements of 19 dynamic participants from various sectors of the industry.

This six-week professional development program aimed to enhance leadership skills, foster an entrepreneurial mindset, optimize individual strengths, and drive strategic value for women and allies in construction, architecture, facilities management, real estate, engineering, and infrastructure.

Wentworth Institute of Technology alumna Desiree Patrice was recently honored with the 2024 Women Making Transportation History Award from COMTO Boston (Conference of Minority Transportation Officials). She is the chief of Integrated Transit Programs. 

Desiree was recognized for "her enduring dedication to public service and exceptional leadership and impact in the Capital Transformation of transit programs. These efforts have improved transportation in Boston while ensuring all are valued, respected, and part of an equitable and inclusive community."  

After a nationwide search, Wentworth Institute of Technology has named Joseph Dacey, EdD, as its new Vice President of Enrollment Management.  

Aiming to build upon Wentworth’s positive momentum to create an even more vibrant future, Dacey will bring nearly 20 years of successful enrollment leadership experience to the position.  

Kenita Simmons, Electromechanical Engineering ’09, was named to the Huntsville Business Journal’s “Top 40 Under 40” list.

Simmons is a portfolio director at BAE Systems, where she has worked for the last 16 years, including her time as a co-op student.  

Simmons was a member of National Society of Black Engineers (NSBE) and Society of  Women Engineers (SWE) while enrolled at Wentworth Institute of Technology.

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Two students in Wentworth Institute of Technology Professor Ann Borst’s Affordable Housing architecture class took first prize in the Federal Home Loan Bank of Boston’s 24th annual Affordable Housing Development Competition.  

Students in the newly revamped Journeyman Electrician program are experiencing more lightbulb moments in the classroom. The 18-month program meets the 600-hour educational requirements for the Commonwealth of Massachusetts Journeyman Electrician License–preparing students to succeed in a role that has steadily grown in popularity and demand year after year. 

NASA has selected Wentworth Institute of Technology student Hamza Ouriour as one of 40 nationwide undergraduates to take part in the first year of its Europa ICONS (Inspiring Clipper: Opportunities for Next-generation Scientists) internship program, supporting the agency’s Europa Clipper mission.  

Europa ICONS matches students with mentors from the mission’s science team for a 10-week program to conduct original scientific research on topics related to the mission to Jupiter’s moon Europa.

A team from Wentworth Institute of Technology recently placed third in the MassRobotics Annual University Form & Function Challenge, competing against universities from around the world. 

Jessica Woyton ‘24, a Biomedical Engineering student entrepreneur from Wentworth Institute of Technology, emerged as the standout winner at the inaugural Pitch-a-thon, a startup competition launched by Northeastern University where top entrepreneurial students representing 11 esteemed colleges and universities pitched their businesses in three minutes or less. 

George Gard, a professor in Wentworth Institute of Technology’s School of Architecture and Design, has been honored with a Young Architects award from the American Institute of Architects (AIA). 

The publication described Gard as “an architect who brings a future-oriented design to existing buildings and urban spaces” who “champions reuse as a vital component of the built environment and the profession.” 

As a Class of 2016 Wentworth Institute of Technology graduate, Carla Gautier Castro felt she may be too young to deliver a commencement keynote speech.  

“I always thought this podium was reserved for people with decades of life experience, sage advice for you kids, and—let's be honest—white hair,” she said as the featured speaker for the university’s Spring 2024 ceremony.  

Ahead of Wentworth Institute of Technology’s Spring 2024 Commencement ceremony

“Faculty and staff: you are the heart and soul of this university. You inspire young minds, nurture their potential, and provide the foundation for them to become well-rounded individuals ready to make a difference in the world. Thank you for your tireless efforts, your passion, and your willingness to go the extra mile. I deeply appreciate the collaborative spirit that permeates our campus.”  

For the third straight season, the top-seeded Wentworth Institute of Technology men's volleyball team (30-1) captured the Great Northeast Athletic Conference championship title, downing the third-seeded Rivier Raiders (19-14) in straight sets Saturday afternoon.

In the GNAC semifinals Thursday night, the top-seeded Wentworth Institute of Technology men's volleyball team (29-1) cruised past the fourth-seeded Emmanuel Saints (17-10) in straight sets, led by a match-high 14 kills by senior Jacob LaBouliere