Brian Harper Honored by the Long Island Hispanic Chamber of Commerce

Allison DeTurris| December 23, 2024

On December 14, the Long Island Hispanic Chamber of Commerce (LIHCC) honored Brian Harper, M.D., M.P.H., vice president for equity and inclusion and chief medical officer, as the Academic Chief Medical Officer of the Year. At the LIHCC’s 36th Annual Gala Awards and Toy Drive, Harper was celebrated for his leadership, dedication to addressing inequities in underrepresented communities, and commitment to fostering more inclusive and equitable environments.

Brian Harper, M.D., M.P.H., vice president for equity and inclusion and chief medical officer.

“It is truly an honor to receive this prestigious award—there is no higher award than community acknowledgment of our efforts,” says Harper. “I am proud to partner with LIHCC President Luis Vasquez and the Long Island Hispanic Chamber of Commerce on future community educational opportunities.”

New York Tech President Henry C. Foley, Ph.D., says Harper’s leadership has had a profound impact across the university community. “He has shown us how best to prioritize inclusion and compassion within New York Tech’s diverse student body.”

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