I wish you the best with your next endeavor. We appreciate your leadership and all that you have done for New York Institute of Technology. You will always be remembered as a steadfast and practical leader with a unique vision.

—Tony Slieman, Ph.D., associate professor and director of academic affairs NYITCOM-Arkansas

Wishing you all the best in the adventures that lie ahead.

—Kathleen Sangen, medical assistant NYITCOM

Thank you for your leadership through the years at New York Tech. Best wishes on your future endeavors!

—Joseph Vasikauskas, senior specialist, digital art and design School of Architecture and Design

As you exit New York Tech to pursue a new chapter in life, I would like to say thank you for all that you have done for New York Tech. I wish you and your family all the best and God’s blessings always. Best of luck in your future endeavors!!

—Indrawatie Nandlal, specialist, graduate, global, and international admissions Enrollment Management and Strategic Communications

Thank you for your visionary leadership and unwavering dedication to New York Tech over the past eight years. Your commitment to innovation and your encouragement to become “doers, makers, and innovators” has left a lasting impact on the entire community. You’ve inspired us to think boldly and act with purpose. Wishing you all the best in your retirement and in all your future endeavors!

—Navdeep Loi, student, electrical and computer engineering College of Engineering and Computing Sciences

Dr. Foley, thank you for your leadership!!! Enjoy your retirement!!!

—Xun Yu, Ph.D., professor and chair of mechanical engineering, engineering management, construction engineering College of Engineering and Computing Sciences

As both an alumnus and staff member, I want to express my heartfelt thanks for your leadership. I was fortunate to be here during your inauguration, and the encouragement you gave me as a student to pursue my higher education journey has had a lasting impact. Your resilience through the pandemic and your dedication to keeping our university on track meant so much to all of us. You led with strength, and we are stronger for it. Thank you for all you’ve done for the university and for me personally. I wish you continued success and fulfillment in the next chapter of your life. Your legacy will inspire us for years to come.

—Bryan Diaz (B.S. ’18), counselor, HEOP

Prior to NYITCOM, I had been at seven other medical schools. I have seen the good, the bad, and the ugly regarding leadership. Thanks largely to Hank’s leadership, this is the best place I have ever been. In his first presentation, I looked for transparency and vision. He delivered both. I remember other faculty shaking their heads when he talked of where we could be in a short time, jumping over so many schools. But I knew exactly what he was talking about. The hill to climb is initially shallow and does not become steep until you get to a more elite level. He told us what he was going to do, and he did it! And he did it the right way, by instilling pride, excitement, and passion for excellence. All of a sudden, people were excited to come to work and contribute. This is leadership.

—Anthony (Martin) Gerdes, Ph.D., professor and chair of biomedical sciences NYITCOM

There are very few times in our lives when we are privileged enough to have the opportunity to meet, know, and learn from a truly remarkable human being. I am personally very thankful to have had this opportunity with you at New York Tech. My sincerest thanks to you for your leadership over the years and I hope that you continue to do, make, innovate, and heal as you move on to now reinvent your own future!

—Michael Nizich, Ph.D., director, Entrepreneurship, Technology, and Innovation Center (ETIC)

Thank you for the leadership and vision throughout your time at New York Tech. Wishing you nothing but joy, success, and fulfillment in the next chapter of your journey. Enjoy your retirement!

—SaraJane McCaslin, director, student communications Enrollment Management and Strategic Communications

As you prepare to step down, I want to take a moment to sincerely thank you, not just for leading New York Tech, but for challenging us to think beyond the obvious, push past limitations, and embrace innovation as a way of life. You didn’t just shape policies or programs, you shaped a culture, one that will continue to grow long after you’ve moved on. Your impact isn’t measured by the years you served but by the students who now see the world differently because of your influence. That’s a legacy that doesn’t fade; it evolves, just as you encouraged us to. Wishing you all the best in this next chapter. The foundation you built here will keep moving forward, and so will we.

—Hizam Muharram, student, business administration School of Management

It has been such a pleasure and honor to work with you. You have taught me a great deal about leadership, and I have valued your judgment immensely. You have left New York Tech a far better place. You will be missed.

—Catherine Flickinger, general counsel and vice president for human resources

Thank you for your enthusiasm and easy approachability these past years. Wishing you the best as you move on to the future!

—Maria M. Plummer, M.D., associate professor clinical specialties NYITCOM

Thank you for all you have done for New York Tech! We truly value the great impact you have had on faculty and staff and the welcoming environment you have created here. We wish you well on your journey after New York Tech and hope you are able to help guide people as well as you have done for us here!

—Rachel Mazurkiewicz, senior systems analyst Enrollment Management and Strategic Communications

Wishing you the best in your retirement. Your leadership has inspired the New York Tech community to embrace innovation and look toward a bright future. Your legacy will continue to make a difference for years to come.

—Honey-Leen Rivera, student, electrical and computer engineering technology College of Engineering and Computing Sciences

Wish you all the best and enjoy life!

—Kimberly Ramos (B.S. ’13)

Best wishes on your new chapter of life! Wishing you all the best!

—Aracelis Genao (B.S. ’22)

Best in your retirement. From a veteran, New York Tech helped me out A LOT!

—John Baluk (B.F.A. ’79)

Have a great, happy, and healthy retirement! Enjoy your life.

—Marjan Brisport (B.F.A. ’16)

I have worked for New York Tech for over 40 years and New York Tech has never been as fantastic as it is now because of all your hard work. There have been so many wonderful changes since your presidency. The staff, faculty, and students could not have asked for a better leader. I’m very happy to see you are retiring; however, you will be very, very missed. Wishing you a happy, healthy, and fulfilling retirement! I wish you the very best, and I hope you enjoy every moment of this next phase of your life.

—Nancy Borchers, associate registrar Registrar

Best of luck to you!!! Sending light, love, and laughter!

—Heather McGuire (B.F.A. ’03)

As a student at New York Tech, I want to express my sincere gratitude for your leadership and dedication over the years. Your vision of innovation and excellence has truly shaped our university and inspired us to become the next generation of doers, makers, and innovators. Your encouragement and commitment to student success have made a lasting impact, and I feel fortunate to have been part of New York Tech during your tenure. Wishing you all the best in your well-deserved retirement and the next chapter ahead!

—Sneha Hardik Patel (M.B.A. ’24) School of Management, Vancouver campus

Gather those rosebuds!

—Dan Hoffman (B.Arch. ’74)

Thank you, Hank, for being the advocate for faculty and students for all of these years. Not only did you bring a much-needed perspective of a scientist to the role, but also a palpable sense of trust in the good intentions of the faculty, staff, and students.

—Brian Beatty, Ph.D., associate professor, anatomy NYITCOM

President Foley, enjoy your retirement and continue to reinvent yourself. Best wishes in retirement, cheers.

—Ugochukwu Owolabi, student, osteopathic medicine NYITCOM

Wishing you the very best as you enter many happy years of retirement. Millie and I met you at the 50th reunion (2019) at Old Westbury, Mets game, and at the many President’s Forums. We both are very proud of all you did to raise the profile of New York Tech nationwide and in New York state. Sending many blessings to you and your wife Karin.

—Samuel Pakrad (B.S. ’69)

I want to take a moment to express my heartfelt gratitude for your visionary contributions to the well-being of New York Tech. Your dedication and leadership have profoundly impacted not only our community but also my personal journey here. Your innovative ideas and unwavering commitment have set a standard that will inspire me and many others long after your departure. I am deeply grateful for the guidance and support you’ve provided to the entire university. Thank you for everything, and I wish you all the best.

—Juan Acosta (D.O. ’97)

Good luck on your retirement.

—Steven Soares (M.S. ’99)

Wishing you the very best, President Foley. May the next chapter of your life bring lots of success, fruitfulness, laughter, and good health.

—Priscilla Hagan, student, management, business analytics concentration School of Management

Thank you for your leadership and guidance. Wishing you all the best in your next phase. It was truly a privilege having you lead.

—Japheth Aleyakpo (M.Arch. ’21) School of Architecture and Design

I wish you well and thank you for encouraging the students.

—James Lacroix, student, management, operations and supply chain management concentration School of Management

It was a pleasure meeting with you at the alumni dinner in San Diego some four or five years ago. I sat to your left at the table and we talked about New York Tech. I spoke about my time studying biology and chemistry in the 1970s. Thanks for helping to make New York Tech a school of innovation. Well wishes to you in your retirement!

—William Pappas (B.S. ’76)

As an alumnus and having the privilege of being involved with the BRIIC project, please accept my sincere congratulations on your upcoming retirement. Thank you for leading our beloved New York Tech with integrity, vision, and commitment. Your actions and the positive impact you left upon the school provides a new sense of pride for New York Tech. Thank you for your service and for leaving New York Tech better than ever!

—Andrew Thomann (B.S. ’93)

Best wishes on your next endeavor. It was a pleasure meeting you when you invited my class to the graduation ceremony in 2022. We (Dianna and I) appreciated the hospitality from your staff, making it memorable. Good luck and remain safe.

—John W. Pecic (B.S. ’70)

President Foley, as you start the next chapter in your life, it is important to recognize the legacy you leave behind. New York Tech is now a thriving enterprise, replete with pride and momentum to move ahead. We have risen in national rankings, established a robust university-wide research enterprise, built-in transparency and data-driven governance, renovated our campuses to a modern university standard, and renewed our focus on innovation and creation. Thank you for your leadership. We wish you all the best in your retirement.

—Babak D. Beheshti, Ph.D., dean College of Engineering and Computing Sciences

I wish you all the best as you move on from New York Tech and hope you will continue to embrace innovation, and find time to continue doing, making, and innovating as you have shown all of us to do. Best wishes to you on this next phase.

—Joseph Posillico, Ed.D., vice president for enrollment management and strategic communications

It was so nice to be a student at New York Tech under your leadership. In that time the university made tremendous progress in academics, infrastructure, and innovation. Graduates from the university are making a huge impact in their relevant career fields. Best wishes on your next endeavor in life.

—Hassan Waqar (D.O. ’23)

I would like to take this opportunity to wish you all the very best in your retirement, and to thank you for your dedicated leadership and innovative vision that you brought to New York Tech. As an alumna and former administrator at New York Tech, I was honored to work with you for a few years, and I know that you will be missed as you move on to your retirement. I wish you and your family good health and happiness as you look forward to your retirement.

—Zennabelle Sewell (M.B.A. ’93)

Thank you for helping to make New York Tech the wonderful place it is. Congratulations on your retirement. Keep making things wonderful somewhere!

—Kyle Karen, assistant professor, occupational therapy School of Health Professions

Thank you for your dedicated leadership over the last eight years. I’m particularly grateful for the way you personally connected to so many people and listened to our stories about why we love this institution. You understand what makes the Arkansas campus so special and have always been so supportive of our work here. I’m so glad our paths crossed and wish you well in retirement!

—Casey Pearce, director, community relations and marketing NYITCOM-Arkansas

Thank you for your leadership and support for student life! I am wishing you and your family much health and rest as you enter this new phase of your life. Being a college president is no small feat, and you have managed to leave us on an upward trajectory.

—Felipe Henao, Ed.D., dean of students

When I was just a high school student in the first half of 2017, I got accepted to New York Tech and attended admitted student day in April 2017. During this event, President Foley was telling us his inspiring life story and that he became the president of New York Tech that year. At the end of his speech, he threw a stress ball into the crowd in my direction, and I caught it! Not only did President Foley’s inspiring story motivate me to want to attend New York Tech even more, but I took catching this stress ball as a sign... Later, as a student at New York Tech from 2017–2022, I gave it my all, from classwork, class projects, to working at the ETIC. Today, I teach computer science full time at New York Tech. What a journey. Thank you, President Foley!

—Robert Doxey (B.S. ’22), visiting assistant professor, computer science College of Engineering and Computing Sciences

On behalf of the Mathematics Department, we extend our heartfelt gratitude to you, President Foley, for your unwavering support in advancing the role of computational mathematics in the sciences. Before, our department primarily functioned as a service unit. However, under your visionary leadership, we established the Applied and Computational Mathematics major, expanded our faculty with esteemed scholars, and significantly enriched the department’s research portfolio. From our first conversation on the concept of “minimal surfaces and zero curvature” to our thought-provoking email exchanges on computational methods, Wolfram Mathematics, and generative AI, your genuine enthusiasm for mathematics has left a lasting impact. Your dedication to fostering mathematical exploration and innovation has truly elevated our department. We wish you a joyful and fulfilling retirement and look forward to staying connected through continued mathematical discourse. Thank you for everything.

—Ranja Roy, Ph.D., professor and chair of mathematics College of Arts and Sciences

Best of luck on your next adventure, President Foley!

—William Letsou, Ph.D., assistant professor, biological and chemical sciences College of Arts and Sciences