Dyson College of Arts and Sciences News

Cassie Hasaj ’26, a Writing for Diversity and Equity in Theater and Media major, is heading to 30 Rock. This fall, she’ll join The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon as a production intern—another step toward her dream of a career in television.

Out of 60,000+ applicants worldwide, only 4% were selected for the Millennium Fellowship Class of 2025. Among them: 16 Dyson College students—the largest representation yet—leading projects on clean water, housing insecurity, and more.

When Natasha Depaoli ’26 gave up her dorm room to commute, her family worried she’d miss out on campus life. Instead, she found her people—and built a community for others along the way.

For Michi Yoshikawa ’25, the MS in Environmental Science and Policy program has been the perfect place to explore the connection between policy, advocacy, and real-world change.

Dyson Economics Professor Mark Weinstock speaks with The New York Times about the economic impact of rising U.S. tariffs. He warned that tariff increases could shrink competitiveness, reduce profitability, and limit growth opportunities for U.S. firms, saying, “Tariffs will not make America great again.”

In an interview with News 12, Dyson Professor Weinstock noted that the wider availability of once-exclusive products—such as Jellycat toys—can diminish consumer excitement, since emotional attachment often depends on perceived rarity.

Dyson Communication and Media Studies Professor Seong Jae Min writes a piece in The Korea Times examining the climate crisis in South Korea. His commentary highlights the urgent need for global cooperation in mitigating the effects of rising temperatures and shifting environmental patterns.

Dyson Political Science Professor Laura Tamman joins Spectrum News NY1’s The Rush Hour to break down campaign strategy dynamics in New York City’s 2025 mayoral race.

Jesse Ciron ’26, Writing for Diversity and Equity in Theater and Media, is creating theater that reflects who we are and who we can become. Discover how this aspiring playwright is using storytelling to champion representation and social change.