Burnie holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Sociology from Rutgers University and a Master’s Degree in Acting from Antioch University Midwest. He will be completing a Master’s Degree in Higher Education Administration from Stony Brook University in Spring 2022. Burnie’s passion is aiding in the personal, social, and academic development of students. That is when he is at his best. He works with the Tandon Undergraduate Student Council (TUSC), Undergraduate New Student Orientation, and supervises two Graduate Assistants. He is an avid student development theory buff that enjoys playing basketball and doing service for the NYC Pride Basketball League.