The Press Club of Long Island, an official chapter of the Society of Professional Journalists, recognized The Pioneer of LIU Post as the “Best College Newspaper” on Long Island in its 2021 PCLI Media Awards. The club specifically recognized LIU students Dylan Valic, Ashley Bowden, Shannon Miller, Ida Ynner Lagerqvist, Emma Robinson, Jillian Mehta and Andrew Scarpaci for their outstanding work in publishing the newspaper.
Veterinary Student Earns Competitive Research Fellowship
The Foundation for Food and Agriculture Research and Association of American Veterinary Colleges named Anna Schaubeck, a second-year student at the College of Veterinary Medicine, as one of its 2021 FFAR Vet Fellows. The highly competitive program is focused on addressing food and nutritional security, changing climate and emerging pathogens, and Schaubeck was selected as one of the most promising veterinary students interested in pursuing wide-ranging research across the agricultural and veterinary sciences.
Admired Advocate Joins Leading Childhood Cancer Foundation
The St. Baldrick’s Foundation, the largest non-government funder of childhood cancer research grants, announced the appointment of Robert Martin ’72 to its board of directors. Martin is the founder of the Bridge To A Cure Foundation dedicated to ending childhood cancer. He has published several children’s books focused on cancer, ADHD, and cultural/socialization issues, and he previously served as a division president of Colgate Palmolive for nearly 20 years.
Star Baseball Players Named First-Team All-Conference
The Northeast Conference awarded LIU baseball seniors Rob Griswold and Anthony Warneke with first-team All-NEC honors, and senior Cade Biddle with second-team All-NEC honors, for their outstanding performances during the 2021 season. Griswold finished fourth in the league in saves as a relief pitcher, while Biddle finished second in the league in stolen bases and Warneke ranked in the top 10 among all players in several offensive and defensive categories.
Environmental Expert Leads Educational Initiative
The Brodhead Watershed Association, one of the most well-renowned watershed associations in Pennsylvania, announced Dr. Alex Jackson ’08 as its new executive director to lead its educational mission to protect and improve water quality. Dr. Jackson is an organismal biologist who has conducted expeditions to Mount Whitney, Sequoia National Forest, the Mojave Desert, and rainforest ecosystems in Gabon and Suriname.
Long Island University Unveils Groundbreaking Project Offering Public Access to Digital Historic Documents
Students Conduct Research & Archiving Funded by $1.5 million Robert David Lion Gardiner Foundation Grant
Brookville, N.Y. (June 3, 2021) – Long Island University’s Palmer School of Library and Information Science announced today the opening of “Digitizing Local History Sources,” a groundbreaking five-year project and website offering the public access to over 51,000 images from 40 participating historical societies across Long Island. The endeavor was funded by a $1.5 million grant from the Robert David Lion Gardiner Foundation.
Ranked among the “Best Archival Science Programs” in the country by U.S. News & World Report, the Palmer School offered 105 master’s and doctoral students the ability to digitize the documents since the project launched in 2017.
“Students of the Palmer School have become world-renowned archivists, historians and librarians,” said Long Island University President Kimberly R. Cline. “I am proud that Long Island University can offer them a unique experiential learning opportunity that will forever preserve the history of our beloved Gold Coast region and beyond.”
The collection documents the breadth of life on Long Island: from the diary of a 1920s schoolgirl to the daily calendar of a World War II school superintendent; from the daily account book of an 18th century blacksmith to advertising scrapbooks from the quintessential Long Island department store; from 17th century deeds to 20th century real estate agent records; from photos of early 1900s automobile races to scrapbooks documenting the destruction caused by the Hurricane of 1938; and from the daily life of wealthy Gold Coast residents to the treasured photo albums of Fire Island community members.
“Long Island’s historical societies’ archival collections are among their most valuable assets. RDLGF’s partnership with the LIU Palmer School of Library and Information Science offers students hands-on archival training while introducing our historic stewards to the best practices in handling and accessing their incredible resources. Having these collections available online will now easily expand research capabilities into Long Island’s rich heritage,” said Kathryn M. Curran, Executive Director of the Robert David Lion Gardiner Foundation.
The “Digitizing Local History Sources” project can be accessed by visiting this link. Suggested search terms for beginning to explore the collection include:
| Search Term | Result |
| Whaling | 3 journals from whaling ships |
| Girl | Multi-volume handwritten diary of a high school girl, 1923-1927 |
| Automobile racing | Photo albums of races by William K. Vanderbilt II |
| Hurricane | Photo album and scrapbook of the Hurricane of 1938 |
| Blacksmith | Blacksmith shop ledgers, 1900-1924 |
| Land | 18th century deeds and other items |
| Postcard | Hundreds of images of postcards from across Long Island |
| Club | Over 1,800 images relating to clubs of various kinds |
| Family | Over 4,000 images related to families |
| Glass Plate | Over 1,100 glass plate negatives |
| Landscape | Over 1,000 images of landscapes, sketches, and notes |
| House | Over 1,600 images related to houses and housing |
| Dog | 46 images with dogs |
For additional information, please contact Project Director Dr. Gregory S. Hunter at Long Island University’s Palmer School of Library and Information Science: greg.hunter@liu.edu
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 Presents Roosevelt School Lecture Series: “The Three Roosevelts: Learning from Failures and Controversies”
The Three-Part Series to be Hosted by Roosevelt School Chair Tweed Roosevelt via Zoom
Brookville, N.Y. (June 2, 2021) – The Theodore Roosevelt School at Long Island University announced today “The Three Roosevelts: Learning from Failures and Controversies,” a three-part Hutton House Lecture series about President Theodore Roosevelt, First Lady Eleanor Roosevelt, and President Franklin D. Roosevelt. The lectures will be presented by LIU Professor Tweed Roosevelt, the great-grandson of Theodore Roosevelt and chair of the Roosevelt School.
Professor Roosevelt will deliver the exclusive series of three talks on each of the Roosevelts, focusing on the failures and controversies that shaped the character of these historical figures. The talks will be held monthly on Thursdays, June 3, July 8 and August 19 from 11 a.m. to 12 p.m. EST. Each lecture will be followed by an optional VIP virtual conversation with Professor Roosevelt from 12:30 to 1:30 p.m., limited to an audience of 16 people to allow for private discussion. The series can be purchased for $55 by clicking this link, or purchased individually for $20 each. Each VIP virtual conversation with Professor Roosevelt can be purchased for $25.
“Theodore, Eleanor and Franklin Roosevelt set the standard for dynamic and thoughtful leadership that continues to be relevant in American society today,” said Professor Tweed Roosevelt. “Each had their own unique characteristics that made them endearing and trusted public figures. This lecture series explores the challenges that each overcame throughout their lives that defined their leadership styles and legacies.”
Information and details for each lecture are as follows:
Thursday, June 3, 2021:
THEODORE ROOSEVELT: LEARNING FROM FAILURES AND CONTROVERSIES
This lecture focuses on the personal and political setbacks that shaped the character of the 26th President of the United States, Theodore Roosevelt (1901-09). TR stated: “It is hard to fail, but it is worse never to have tried to succeed.” 11 a.m. to 12 p.m. EST, on Thursday, June 3.
To register for the lecture, please click here.
VIP CHAT ON THEODORE ROOSEVELT
An informal personal conversation and discussion with Professor Tweed Roosevelt related to the topic of Theodore Roosevelt. This opportunity is limited to 16 participants and will be held on Zoom from 12:30 to 1:30 p.m. on Thursday, June 3.
To register for the conversation, please click here.
Thursday, July 8, 2021:
ELEANOR ROOSEVELT: LEARNING FROM FAILURES AND CONTROVERSIES
This lecture focuses on the personal and professional challenges that shaped the career of the longest serving First Lady, Eleanor Roosevelt (1933-1945). Mrs. Roosevelt stated: “Do what you feel in your heart is right – for you’ll be criticized anyway.” 11 a.m. to 12 p.m. EST, on Thursday, July 8.
To register for the lecture, please click here.
VIP CHAT ON ELEANOR ROOSEVELT
An informal personal conversation and discussion with Professor Tweed Roosevelt related to the topic of First Lady Eleanor Roosevelt. This opportunity is limited to 16 participants and will be held on Zoom from 12:30 to 1:30 p.m. on Thursday, July 8.
To register for the conversation, please click here.
Thursday, August 19, 2021:
FRANKLIN DELANO ROOSEVELT: LEARNING FROM FAILURES AND CONTROVERSIES
This lecture focuses on the personal and political obstacles that influenced the 32nd President of the United States (1933-1945), Franklin Delano Roosevelt. FDR stated: “Take a method and try it. If it fails, admit it frankly, and try another. But by all means, try something.” 11 a.m. to 12 p.m. EST, on Thursday, August 19.
To register for the lecture, please click here.
VIP CHAT ON FRANKLIN DELANO ROOSEVELT
An informal personal conversation and discussion with Professor Tweed Roosevelt related to the topic of Franklin D. Roosevelt. This opportunity is limited to 16 participants and will be held on Zoom from 12:30 to 1:30 p.m. on Thursday, August 19.
To register for the conversation, please click here.
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.
Dedicated Public Servicewoman Appointed by President Biden
President Joe Biden appointed Patricia “Patty” Barron ’92 as Deputy Assistant Secretary of Defense for Military Community and Family Policy. She is responsible for a broad portfolio that includes policy, advocacy, and oversight of all community support to service members and their families. Her decorated career includes service as the director of the Family Readiness Directorate at the Association of the United States Army, the director of outreach, military family projects at Zero to Three, and the director of youth initiatives at the National Military Family Association.
Leadership Development Expert Publishes Debut Book
Kimberly B. Cummings ’08, ’13, a career and leadership speaker, coach and consultant, publishes her highly anticipated debut book, Next Move, Best Move: Transitioning Into A Career You’ll Love, in June. Since founding her leadership development company Manifest Yourself LLC in 2011, Cummings has provided organizations and universities with solutions to hire, develop, engage and retain women and people of color. Her work has been featured in Forbes, Blavity, MONEY Magazine, TeenVogue, Glassdoor, and Fox 5.
Palmer School Unveils Groundbreaking Archival Project
Long Island University’s Palmer School of Library and Information Science announced the opening of “Digitizing Local History Sources,” a groundbreaking project and website offering the public access to over 51,000 images from 40 participating Long Island historical societies. The endeavor was funded by a $1.5 million grant from the Robert David Lion Gardiner Foundation, offering 105 master’s and doctoral students the ability to digitize the documents.