Before coming to the United States, Miriam Namgaladze had already built a successful career as a teacher in the nation of Georgia. But when she arrived in New York, she made a bold decision: to start over and challenge herself in an entirely new field.
Now a proud member of the Class of 2026, Miriam pursued her degree in Computer Science and Mathematics at CSI while also working as a tutor and learning assistant.
“Adapting to a new language, education system, and culture was not easy,” Namgaladze explained, “but it helped me grow stronger, more independent, and more determined.” She is now looking forward to a career in Quality Assurance (QA) and software testing.
Her path to CSI wasn’t straightforward. After researching different colleges, Miriam was drawn to CSI because of its welcoming environment, strong academic reputation, and affordable tuition. “I feel that choosing CSI was a very good decision because it gave me the opportunity to grow academically and personally,” she said.. Read more...
