Students Chosen for Phi Theta Kappa All-New York Academic Team

Congratulations to Alicia Balgobin, Human Services major, Jasmatie Lutawan, Computer Repair and Networking major, and Deviyani Singh, who graduated in December 2024 with her certificate in Entrepreneurship. They were selected for the Phi Theta Kappa All-New York Academic Team and recognized for their academic achievements, leadership accomplishments, and engagement in community service during a special awards Ceremony on April 29, at the Empire State Plaza. Jasmatie was placed on the First Team, with one of the top 20 scores statewide. Alicia, Jasmatie, and Deviyani are all first-generation college students.

About our all-state scholars:

Alicia Balgobin
Alicia has always had a drive to help others. As part of her service-learning project, Alicia and other students raised money so that they could put together individual bags of personal care products/other items and throw a fun pizza party for youth living in a group home operated by Northern Rivers. She is an intern with the TRIO program, working at the front desk and helping other students. Alicia has been going to college full time as she and her husband raise their 3-year-old son. Alicia has been named to the President’s List and is a member of Phi Theta Kappa Honor Society. After she graduates in August, she plans to begin her career in Human Services.

Jasmatie Lutawan
Jasmatie is a talented computer networker, who has become a natural and confident student leader. She earned her A.S. degree in Computer Science in December 2024. Jasmatie was recently recognized with the SUNY Chancellor’s Award for Student Excellence, the highest honor bestowed by SUNY upon students from SUNY colleges and universities in recognition of their academic excellence and leadership. Jasmatie is President of both the International Club and the College’s chapter of Phi Theta Kappa. She is also a Senator on the Student Government Association, member of TRIO, and in the Collegiate Science and Technology Entry Program (CSTEP). Jasmatie has been named to the President’s List. She plans to attend SUNY Polytechnic Institute this fall for her B.S/M.S degree in Computer Science. She would like to pursue a career in software development.

Deviyani Singh
Deviyani is an aspiring entrepreneur who is setting her sights on starting her own business. In addition to her recent Entrepreneurship certificate, Deviyani also graduated in May 2024 with her degree in Business Administration. She has been a student leader as President and now Secretary of the International Club, Student Government Association Senator, and an Ambassador for the Collegiate Science and Technology Entry Program (CSTEP). She is also a member of the TRIO program. Deviyani has been named to the President’s List and is the Public Relations Secretary for the College’s chapter of Phi Theta Kappa. She plans to transfer to the University at Albany this fall for her bachelor’s degree in Business.

Phi Theta Kappa Honor Society is the international honor society of students seeking associate degrees, bachelor's degrees, or other college credentials. It has more than 3.5 million members in nearly 1,300 chapters in 10 nations.