Ari Melenciano, ©Olivo: Courtesy of NYU Photo Bureau
Congratulations to ITP student, Ari Melenciano, who created Afrotectopia, a new media arts, culture and technology festival designed to recognize the contributions of black artists, designers, technologists and activities. Ari is the recipient of the at the NYU Nia Award (Urvashi Vaid / Melinda Paras Inclusive Programming Award) - a long-standing tradition organized by the NYU Center for Multicultural Education and Programs (CMEP), a department in the Division of Student Affairs.
The Nia Awards are an opportunity to recognize the achievements of NYU community members for enhancing diversity, equity, inclusion and social justice in their work for the NYU community and beyond. This celebration honors our awards winners and serves as CMEP's end of the year celebration.