Newsday Seeks Harper's Expertise for Two COVID-19 Articles

May 02, 2021

Newsday featured the public health expertise of Brian Harper, M.D., M.P.H., chief medical officer and vice president for equity and inclusion, in two articles on COVID-19 vaccination. In the first story, published May 2, Harper discusses why Black and Latino Long Islanders may be underrepresented in the region's vaccination rates.

"In general, the African American and Latino communities may not be accessing care at the higher rate you may see in the general community," said Harper, who is also a former Suffolk County health commissioner. He notes that expanded outreach to Black and Latino communities, including through clergy and other community leaders — "to make sure the minority communities are being made aware and have access to the vaccine" — has helped to reduce the gap.

In the second article, published May 3, Harper emphasizes the critical role of federally qualified health centers in county vaccination efforts, noting that they are the ideal vehicle to help vaccinate underserved communities. "These health care centers have been there for a number of years, and they’ve developed a good rapport with the community, so trust may be less of an issue," he says.

 

Haar Discusses Potato Nutrition in Men's Health

Apr 29, 2021

Men's Health shared insight from Mindy Haar, Ph.D., clinical associate professor and department chair of interdisciplinary health sciences, on the nutritional benefits of potatoes. As the article notes, potatoes can provide satiety, the term dietitians use to describe staying full after a meal. “The humble potato can be a filling, nutrient-providing component to your meal," says Haar. 

 

Newsday Previews Commencement Plans

Apr 26, 2021

Newsday highlights some of New York Tech’s plans for this year’s commencement as part of a roundup story featuring several local schools. The article notes that as part of the events complementing New York Tech’s virtual ceremony on May 23, graduates can “arrange a professional portrait and ‘stroll across the stage’ with their name ‘professionally announced.’”

 

Center for Sports Medicine-NYRA Collaboration Featured in the Media

Apr 26, 2021

As seen in horseracing outlets Paulick Report and Thoroughbred Daily News, as well as local outlet The Island Now, a new collaboration with the New York Racing Association, Inc. (NYRA) establishes New York Tech’s Center for Sports Medicine as NYRA’s official concussion management team. Accordingly, the Center for Sports Medicine will take a leading role in the continued development of concussion protocols for jockeys at Aqueduct Racetrack, Belmont Park, and Saratoga Race Course. In addition to baseline testing, the Center will provide expert resources in the diagnosis of potential concussions, treatment plans for jockeys seeking a safe return to the racetrack, and continuing education for jockeys and NYRA personnel to ensure a more thorough understanding of concussion prevention.  

 

Raj Shares Mental Health Expertise in Podcast Segment

Apr 23, 2021

NYITCOM’s Anu Raj, Psy.D., assistant professor of family medicine and clinical psychologist at the Center for Behavioral Health, is featured in the Get Witty With IT: Women Talk Tech podcast by Computer Reseller Network (CRN) magazine. The podcast shares perspectives from women in the field, with this particular episode discussing the unique challenges they have faced while telecommuting during the COVID-19 pandemic. Joining female tech executives from across the U.S., Raj shares her clinical psychology expertise to provide insight on the mental health impacts of working remotely (interview begins around 18:48).   

 

Newsday Highlights Mini-Research Grant Awards

Apr 22, 2021

As seen in Newsday, with the help of New York Tech’s Mini-Research Grant Award program, two Brentwood High School students are helping to assess and mitigate pressing engineering and environmental issues. In 2021, 29 research projects from 18 high schools have been awarded New York Tech Mini-Research Grants, which are made possible through the generous support of the Voya Foundation. The $300 awards are applied to expenses incurred by the high school researchers during a new or continuing research project in STEM fields and related disciplines.

 

President Foley Recognized by City & State New York

Apr 19, 2021

President Henry C. “Hank” Foley, Ph.D., was named to The 2021 Higher Education Power 100 list, issued annually by City & State New York. The list recognizes college and university leaders who are educating the next generation of New Yorkers. Since he arrived at New York Tech in 2017, Foley has focused on boosting the university’s reputation and national standing.

“An accomplished administrator and research scientist and teacher, Foley has seen New York Institute of Technology rise in the U.S. News & World Report rankings and has also launched the school's first Ph.D. programs, in medicine and computer science,” writes City & State.

 

Zwibel Responds to Screen Time Study in Healio

Apr 15, 2021

As seen in Healio, Hallie Zwibel, D.O., medical director and director of the Center for Esports Medicine, responded to a study on screen time in young children. The study, led by a researcher at the University of Helskini, found that 95 percent of preschoolers in Finland exceed World Health Organization (WHO) recommendations for screen time.

“This study raises some concerning issues about screen time and psychosocial function in children,” said Zwibel. “It should be noted that this study was completed from 2011 to 2017, so it is not reflective of increased screen time use that has been observed during the pandemic. The authors do note an interesting point that video games had a lower association with psychosocial wellbeing. This suggests that not all screen time is equal and should be further studied.”

 

Austin Featured in ACE Meditation Story

Apr 12, 2021

The American Council on Exercise (ACE) has quoted Melanie Austin, O.T.D., associate professor of occupational therapy, in a blog story on the benefits of meditation. Austin shares practical advice for those looking to incorporate meditation into their daily routines. She states, “Practicing meditation does not have to take large amounts of time or dramatically alter one’s normal daily routine. Even brief episodes of meditation incorporated throughout one’s day may be beneficial for improving physical and psychological health, well-being and quality of life.”

 

Enrollment Management VP on the “New Normal”

Apr 12, 2021

As Long Island universities enter a second year managing the COVID-19 pandemic, Vice President for Enrollment Management Joseph Posillico, Ed.D., CPA, joined a panel of enrollment experts for the Herald Inside LI webinar series “Staying Local for College.”

An LI Herald article features panelists’ reflections on the last year and how many of the changes they made to meet required public safety measures are here to stay. “We have entered into the new normal … We are not the same institution and we are all going to see even more flexibility in the coming fall months for students,” said Posillico. “If a student misses a class, it will be offered online … That’s the big key that we will be seeing more of from now on.”