LIU Honors Graduates at Commencement 2020

Long Island University recognized the graduates of Long Island University during the 2020 Commencement Ceremony. The distinguished speakers were Wynton Marsalis, a world-renowned trumpeter,...

LIU – Top Ranked Theatre Program

Long Island University’s musical theatre program is one of the top 30 in the nation, according to OnStage, a popular online publication that covers...

LIU Honored as a National College of Distinction

  The University is recognized as a 2022-2023 College of Distinction for the seventh consecutive year for its focus on engaged students, great teaching, vibrant community,...

Renowned Jazz Drummer Joins New England Conservatory

Nasheet Waits, ’12, renowned drummer, composer and educator, has joined the New England Conservatory's Jazz Studies Department. Waits is widely known for his performances...

Congressman Talks New Book for Centennial Author Series

The Honorable Steve Israel discussed his newest novel, The Einstein Conspiracy, with bestselling author Alex DeMille. Israel and DeMille discussed the inspiration, craft, and intrigue...

Women’s Swimming Sweeps Weekly Conference Awards

The season-opening meet of the women’s swimming team brought home both of the Northeast Conference’s weekly swimming awards. Sophomore Venna Andersen won Swimmer of...

LIU Named a Best College for Post-Graduate Salary

GradReports announced that Long Island University is among the best colleges in New York based on the salary that alumni earn after graduating. LIU ranked...

NY Times Best-Selling Author Launches Tour

Mitch Albom, #1 best-selling author, launched his new novel, Twice, as part of the Centennial Author Series at Long Island University. Albom is the author of...

Hip Hop Legend Fat Joe Speaks with Students

Grammy-nominated, multi-platinum–selling artist, entrepreneur, & philanthropist Fat Joe spoke with students of the Roc Nation School as part of the ongoing Speaker Series. Fat...

Men’s and Women’s Lacrosse Clinch Victories

The women’s lacrosse team clinched a share of the NEC regular season title for the first time in program history after its 10-3 win...