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The University at Albany will mark Constitution Day with a week of events that encourage dialogue on democracy, civic responsibility and the enduring influence of the U.S. Constitution.

UAlbany rolled out the purple carpet Thursday night for the world premiere of its episode of "The College Tour" and the grand reopening of the newly renovated Campus Center Ballroom. Students, faculty, staff and alumni filled the refreshed space — now complete with upgraded AV technology and a modern look — for a Hollywood-style celebration that included themed mocktails, a photo booth and a panel discussion with student stars from the episode.

Even when classes are not in session, University at Albany students find ways to gain valuable experience through a variety of summer internships, research, volunteer, and other applied learning opportunities.

Ethan Maier is a student at the University at Albany's College of Emergency Preparedness, Homeland Security and Cybersecurity, pursuing a bachelor’s degree in Emergency Management and Homeland Security with a concentration in Homeland Security. A proud member of Epsilon Delta Psi, the pre-professional organization for CEHC students, Ethan is dedicated to building professional skills and preparing for a future career in the field. With a strong interest in Homeland Security, particularly the operations of transnational criminal organizations (TCOs), Ethan is eager to continue expanding his knowledge and expertise.

Roberto Friedlander is a University at Albany student pursuing a degree in Cybersecurity. Known for being detail-oriented and dedicated to producing high-quality work, Roberto is actively involved on campus through UAlbany’s Living-Learning Communities, the Cyber Defense Organization and the UAlbany Jazz Band. Motivated and passionate, Roberto strives not only to learn and grow but also to make a positive impact within the campus community and beyond.

The research team received $549,943 from the National Science Foundation to lead a project focused on using virtual reality to reduce disaster vulnerabilities for older individuals and others who are disproportionately affected.

Angel Ford, an assistant professor at CEHC, published a new paper that examines the unique challenges faced by researchers from low- and middle-income countries.

Trehan is at NASA’s Goddard Space Flight Center this summer, developing machine learning algorithms that can predict the habitability of exoplanets.