Greetings from Stevens Institute of Technology

As president of Stevens Institute of Technology, I am delighted to welcome university leaders to our Hoboken, New Jersey campus for the THE US Universities Summit 2025.

We gather at a pivotal time to discuss the profound transformations reshaping our sector – from AI’s impacts on teaching and administrative operations to the implications of shifting demographics on planning and enrollment, to evolving public policy affecting research funding, international students and more.

Stevens, a technology-centric institution that has thrived through 150 years of industrial and technological revolutions, offers a fitting venue for exploring how universities can adapt and lead in this era of rapid change. Overlooking the stunning New York City skyline, our campus lies at the heart of the Northeast’s innovation corridor. Our location and focus on innovation make Stevens an ideal setting for meaningful dialogue about higher education’s future.

Beyond expert presentations and colleague discussions, you will have opportunities to experience our area’s rich cultural offerings. I look forward to engaging with fellow leaders as we work to strengthen higher education’s vital role in driving progress and prosperity for our students, our nation and our world.

Dr Nariman Farvardin
President
Stevens Institute of Technology

About Stevens Institute of Technology

Stevens Institute of Technology is “Inspired by Humanity, Powered by Technology®.” Founded in 1870, Stevens is one of the nation’s premier technology-centric universities, recognized for its distinctive approach to education and research that harnesses technology to solve pressing global challenges.

Perched on a historic hilltop campus in Hoboken, New Jersey, with spectacular views of the Manhattan skyline, Stevens leverages its strategic location to provide unparalleled opportunities for students, faculty and industry partners. Just minutes from New York City, the university benefits from its position in the heart of the Northeast’s innovation corridor.

Consistently ranked among the nation’s top universities for career placement and salary potential – nearly 97% of the Class of 2024 achieved their desired outcome within six months of graduation – Stevens prepares graduates who lead innovation across industries, from AI and quantum computing to healthcare and sustainable technologies.

Stevens’ revolutionary SUCCESS Core Curriculum ensures that every undergraduate develops essential 21st-century skills in AI, quantum technology and sustainability. The innovative iSTEM program nurtures unconventional problem-solvers and entrepreneurs while producing numerous successful technology start-ups.

The university’s research enterprise includes leading-edge centers of excellence, among them the Stevens Institute for Artificial Intelligence, with more than 100 faculty members advancing AI applications across disciplines; CRAFT, the nation’s first NSF-funded fintech research center; and the Center for Quantum Science and Engineering, developing next-generation quantum technologies. The historic Davidson Laboratory, supporting naval and maritime research since 1935, and the Semcer Center for Healthcare Innovation drive advances in their respective fields. The recently launched NJ FAST accelerator positions Stevens as a leader in fintech innovation while strengthening New Jersey’s innovation ecosystem.

With a student body of more than 8,000 undergraduate and graduate students from across the globe, Stevens cultivates a diverse and inclusive community united by a shared commitment to technological innovation and societal impact. The university’s emphasis on hands-on learning, cutting-edge research and strong industry connections creates an environment in which students and faculty work together to drive meaningful change.

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