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Posts published by “Prisha Vagvala”

Features Editor/Foodie Finds Writer

Investing Seminar Series by Professor Sven K. Esche

When Professor Sven K. Esche, Associate Professor in the Department of Mechanical Engineering, started his Investing Seminar Series, he intended to take his 25+ years of investing experience and “pay it forward.”

How has campus culture changed at Stevens?

Campus culture is central to building a sense of community at Stevens and giving the school its identity. I often wonder whether Stevens is losing some of that culture, especially given the current state of our campus and student life.

Eating my way through NYC

I went to New York almost every week over the summer. New York food staples have been part of my life forever, from Magnolia Bakery’s banana pudding and black and white cookies to the honey-roasted almonds my dad used to get me.

Advice to professors from a student’s perspective

First, I want to preface this article by saying that being a professor is truly an extraordinary job. On top of all the research, studies, and professional accomplishments you have achieved throughout your academic career, you also have to manage teaching students, maintaining communication with them, and grading hundreds of papers.

The Brick: A Cozy Getaway

The second you walk into The Brick, the red brick walls, rustic decor, and warm atmosphere make you feel like you stepped into a warm, cozy cabin.

Get to Pronto Pasta, pronto

Pronto Pasta really lives up to its name, “pronto,” with its minimal ready-to-order menu that lets customers order pronto! The menu features seven types of pasta—including a gluten-free penne option—and six different sauces, with a variety of add-ons available for an additional charge.

Hoboken’s favorite Napoli’s

Hey fellow foodies! Today I’m back with Stevens’s favorite, Napoli’s, a classic Hoboken pizzeria. I think many who read this article have likely already tried Napoli’s, so instead, I’ll give a little history brief before diving into how extraordinary Napoli’s is.

Recycle My Battery initiative spotlight

On April 9, 2026, on the UCC 2nd floor, high school and middle school students, Nihal Tammana, Pavit Thakkar, Nithya Tammana, and Ritvik Mohanty, came to Stevens to promote using battery bins around campus to safely recycle batteries.