Immuneering Corporation, a leader in drug discovery fueled by bioinformatics, announced the appointment of Biren Amin ’00, as chief financial officer. Amin joins Immuneering from Jefferies Financial Group Inc. after having spent nearly two decades on Wall Street building an impeccable track record as an equity research analyst covering small and mid-cap biotechnology companies focused on oncology, central nervous system disorders, ophthalmology and rare diseases.
Water Polo Sinks Villanova To Remain Undefeated
The LIU women’s water polo team moved to 3-0 with an impressive win over Villanova University, led by freshman Paola Dominguez’s six-goal performance. In the program’s second year in existence, the Sharks currently sit atop the Metro Atlantic Athletic Conference standings and will host their first-ever home match in Brooklyn on April 17 against Virginia Military Institute.
Professor Awarded Grant to Develop Revolutionary App
The Michael J. Fox Foundation awarded Dr. Gemma Moya-Gale, assistant professor in the Communication Sciences & Disorders Department, with a $157,681.59 grant to continue her groundbreaking Parkinson’s disease research. The grant will fund the development of an app to help speakers with Parkinson’s disease monitor their speech intelligibility changes over time, improving their ability to effectively communicate and foster their independence during their treatment.
Music Program Recognized Among Best in New York
Long Island University is one of the ‘Best Music Colleges in New York in 2021,’ according to the respected Best Value Schools ranking organization. The Department of Music at LIU is recognized for its conservatory-style program that brings a diverse array of performance and academic opportunities to showcase students’ skills and talents on campus and at major concert halls in New York City and abroad.
Accomplished Educator Recognized for Extraordinary Leadership
The Westchester County Board of Legislators honored Dr. Angela White ‘81, for her work as an educational leader and advocate for children with disabilities by designating Wednesday, March 24, 2021, as “Dr. Angela White Day” in Westchester County. Dr. White is the superintendent of schools and executive vice president for education services at Rising Ground, an award-winning human services organization. She previously served as an assistant superintendent and school principal in the Ossining School District, and held various positions in District 75 in New York City for 15 years.
Top Prosecutor Appointed as Federal Judge
U.S. Attorney General Merrick B. Garland appointed former Worcester County (Maryland) prosecutor and Wicomico County Deputy State’s Attorney William McDermott ’07, as a federal immigration judge assigned to the New York City Court. McDermott served as lead prosecutor on a number of important cases in Maryland over the past three years, assisted in the creation of a new Prosecution Integrity Unit, and led the first annual Wicomico County State’s Attorney Summer Camp for youth.
COVID-19 Vaccinations Gain Momentum as Rollout Spreads Across America, Long Island University Hornstein Center National Poll Finds
BROOKVILLE, NY, April 8, 2021 – Results of a newly released Long Island University Steven S. Hornstein Center for Policy, Polling and Analysis national poll reveal that a majority (55%) of Americans said they received a coronavirus vaccine, with variations by age, household income, and political beliefs. Americans over age 60 report being vaccinated at the highest rate (81%) as the vaccination rollout spreads rapidly across the country.
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DEAR AMERICA,
Have you received a coronavirus vaccination?
55% OF AMERICANS SAID YES (UP FROM 15% IN FEBRUARY 2021)
Overall, 55% of respondents said they received a coronavirus vaccine, which is tracking significantly higher from 15% in February 2021 through a national poll conducted by the Long Island University Steven S. Hornstein Center for Policy, Polling and Analysis.
81% OF AMERICANS OVER AGE 60 SAID YES
42% OF AMERICANS AGE 18-29 SAID YES
81% of Americans over age 60 said they received a coronavirus vaccine, which is tracking significantly higher from 13% in February 2021. By contrast, 42% of Americans in the 18- to 29-year-old age group received the coronavirus vaccine.
78% OF AMERICANS WITH HOUSEHOLD INCOME MORE THAN $150,000 SAID YES
47% OF AMERICANS WITH HOUSEHOLD INCOME LESS THAN $50,000 SAID YES
Household income makes a difference in the level of vaccinated Americans which can inform continuing vaccination rollout efforts. Americans with a household income less than $50,000 reported the lowest rate of vaccinations (47%) while Americans who make more than $150,000 indicate the highest rate of vaccinations (78%) based on household income.
66% OF DEMOCRATS SAID YES
51% OF REPUBLICANS SAID YES
48% OF INDEPENDENTS/OTHER SAID YES
Political beliefs make a difference in the level of vaccinated Americans. 66% of Democrats, 51% of Republicans, and 48% of Independents report they are vaccinated.
68% OF AMERICANS OVER AGE 60 ARE SATISFIED WITH THE COVID-19 VACCINATION ROLLOUT IN AMERICA
Americans were asked if they were satisfied with the federal government’s COVID-19 vaccine rollout process in America.
Of the respondents, 58% said yes, while 22% said no, and 21% said they were not sure. Americans over age 60 had the highest satisfaction rate at 68% approval.
72% OF AMERICANS WANT TO BE VACCINATED IMMEDIATELY OR WITHIN THE MONTH
Americans were asked if they would agree to be vaccinated if an FDA approved coronavirus vaccine was available right now. 72% of Americans said they would get the vaccine within a month of availability. CDC data indicate over 171 million vaccine doses have been administered to date in the United States (up from 44 million vaccine doses in February 2021).
DO YOU BELIEVE THE WORST OF THE CORONAVIRUS PANDEMIC IS OVER?
42% OF AMERICANS SAID YES (UP FROM 25% IN FEBRUARY 2021)
Respondents were asked if they believed the worst of the pandemic was over. Overall, 42% of respondents said yes, which is tracking somewhat more optimistic than 25% in February 2021.
68% OF AMERICANS REMAIN CONCERNED OVER RISK OF FAMILY CONTRACTING THE CORONAVIRUS (DOWN FROM 78% IN FEBRUARY 2021)
Americans were asked how concerned they were about someone in their family becoming seriously ill from the coronavirus. 68% of respondents said they are somewhat or seriously concerned, which is tracking slightly lower from 78% in February 2021.
THE MAJORITY OF AMERICANS (77%) ARE CONFIDENT THAT WEARING A MASK IN PUBLIC REDUCES THE SPREAD OF THE CORONAVIRUS
National poll results found that 77% of respondents said they believe that wearing a mask in public reduces the spread of the coronavirus, while 15% did not believe that wearing a mask in public makes a difference, and 7% said they were not sure.
STATE VACCINATION PLANS AND CDC AUTHORIZED VACCINES
Each state health department has a tailored plan for vaccination rollout in the United States. Currently, the three vaccines that are authorized and recommended to prevent COVID-19 by the CDC are Pfizer-BioNTech COVID-19 vaccine, Moderna COVID-19 vaccine and Johnson & Johnson’s Janssen COVID-19 Vaccine.
METHODOLOGY
This Long Island University Steven S. Hornstein Center for Policy, Polling, and Analysis online poll was conducted through SurveyMonkey from April 6 to 7, 2021 among a national sample of 1,582 adults ages 18 and up. Respondents for this survey were selected from over 2.5 million people who take surveys on the SurveyMonkey platform each day. Data for this week have been weighted for age and gender using the Census Bureau’s American Community Survey to reflect the demographic composition of the United States. The modeled error estimate for this survey is plus or minus 2.5 percentage points.
ABOUT THE LONG ISLAND UNIVERSITY STEVEN S. HORNSTEIN CENTER FOR POLICY, POLLING, AND ANALYSIS
The Long Island University Steven S. Hornstein Center for Policy, Polling, and Analysis conducts independent polling, empirical research, and analysis on a wide range of public issues. Our studies inform the public and policy makers about critical issues, attitudes, and trends shaping the world. Visit liu.edu/Hornstein for more information and results from this national poll.
ABOUT LONG ISLAND UNIVERSITY
Long Island University, founded in 1926, continues to redefine higher education, providing high quality academic instruction by world-class faculty. Recognized by Forbes for its emphasis on experiential learning and by the Brookings Institution for its “value added” to student outcomes, LIU offers over 250 degree programs, with a network of 270,000 alumni that includes industry leaders and entrepreneurs across the globe. Visit liu.edu for more information.
Long Island University Now Offers MyLIU Mobile Card on iPhone, Apple Watch, and Android Phones
Brookville, NY, April 7, 2021 — Today, Long Island University is launching its MyLIU Mobile Card that will allow students, faculty and staff to get around campus with just a tap of their iPhone, Apple Watch or Android phone at campus readers. Long Island University partnered with Transact, a leading campus credential solution provider offering NFC-enabled digital IDs, to support the implementation.
“Long Island University is a leader in technological innovation, and we are proud to offer our community members every new tool to create a seamless campus experience,” said Long Island University President Kimberly R. Cline. “MyLIU Mobile Card is an exciting opportunity to further enhance our strong campus safety protocols and our commitment to protecting the environment while continuing to prepare our students for a digital future.”
With today’s announcement, members of the campus community can now add their MyLIU Mobile Card to Apple Wallet or Google Pay and use their iPhone, Apple Watch, or Android phone to complete any action that would have previously required a physical ID card. Users simply place their device near a reader to enter dorms, libraries, fitness centers and other buildings, buy lunch, make purchases at campus stores and more.
The move from physical cards to a contactless, MyLIU Mobile Card allows for transactions that are safe and convenient, and helps students, faculty and staff to avoid touching the readers or handing their ID cards to someone else. Long Island University can also issue school IDs remotely without the need to see students in-person or print and mail physical cards, creating a safer, more cost-effective and more environmentally friendly process.
MyLIU Mobile Card on iPhone, Apple Watch, or Android phones is also protected by two factor authentication to ensure only the student can access their own account, even if someone else knows their password.
Students can also suspend their campus ID if needed through the Transact eAccounts app on any device or Transact’s website.
Launching this new mobile solution complements the University’s launch in 2015 of Browse, an Apple-authorized campus store that serves as an all-purpose tech center. Browse showcases a range of high-end technology devices to enhance the student learning experience. Browse offers students experiential learning opportunities in retail, customer service, business management, entrepreneurship, small business operations, supply chain management, and technology support. Browse store associates also work alongside Apple certified technologists.
About Long Island University
Long Island University, founded in 1926, continues to redefine higher education, providing high quality academic instruction by world-class faculty. Recognized by Forbes for its emphasis on experiential learning and by the Brookings Institution for its “value added” to student outcomes, LIU offers over 250 degree programs, with a network of 270,000 alumni that includes industry leaders and entrepreneurs across the globe. Visit liu.edu for more information.
All-American Fencer Wins National Championship
LIU freshman fencer Laura Fekete became the first Shark ever to win an NCAA Division I National Championship in the epeé discipline, defeating the top-seeded fencer from the University of Notre Dame in the title bout. Fekete earned first-team All-America honors in the process, while her teammates Anna Szántay and Chejsa-Kaili Seck earned third-team All-America honors, also becoming the first All-Americans in program history.
Accomplished Executive Named CIO of New York Life
New York Life, America’s largest mutual life insurer, announced that Senior Vice President Bill Cassidy ’92 will assume the role of chief information officer. He will oversee enterprise technology, focused on continuing the company’s strong commitment to and investment in technology, and on driving solutions that benefit New York Life’s customers, financial professionals, and employees. Before joining New York Life, he served in various executive leadership roles at Och-Ziff Capital Management, BlackRock, Western Asset Management, and Goldman Sachs.