Norwood resident Stacy Cruickshank was named valedictorian last month for the New York City College of Technology’s (City Tech) 2007-2008 school year.
Cruickshank, 27, who received two degrees, a Bachelor of Technology in Facilities Management and an Associate degree in Civil Engineering Technology, spoke before her class at the WaMu Theater at Madison Square Garden. In her speech, she urged her peers to maintain a good outlook. “When you’re optimistic and positive, things seem to work out, not by sheer luck, but because people are more willing to help you when you have a good attitude.”
During her time at City Tech, Cruickshank compiled a 3.93 grade point average, and was inducted into the National Society of Collegiate Scholars and the Order of the Engineer. In addition, she was president of the City Tech chapter of the American Society of Civil Engineers as well as the International Students Alliance.
Cruickshank’s post-collegiate plans include taking a year off from her studies to work, and then pursuing a Master’s degree in Construction Management from either Columbia University or New York University.
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