Campus Closures

Due to this weekend’s snowstorm, both the Long Island and New York City campuses will be closed on Sunday, January 25. Additional information about potential Monday schedule changes and/or closures will be posted when they become available.

School of Health Professions

Fitness Expert Explains Strength Training

Assistant professor of exercise science shares his expertise for best practices when designing strength workouts.

Local Media Spotlight Nursing Students

Future RNs are highlighted in hometown news outlets after participating in the nursing program’s pinning ceremony.

Fitness Expert Featured in Interval Walking Story

Alexander Rothstein, Ed.D., assistant professor of exercise science, shares tips to increase walking workout intensity.

Pilates vs. Strength Training

Health and fitness expert featured in story comparing the benefits of both exercises.

Does the Stair Stepper or Treadmill Incline Walking Provide a Better Workout?

As one expert explains, calorie burn depends more on workout intensity than machine choice.

Varghese: Forever Chemicals Aren’t Easily Identified

Nursing professor discusses the impact of industrial chemicals on the gut microbiome.

Rothstein Breaks Down Upper Body Dumbbell Moves

Assistant professor of exercise science shares tips to strengthen chest and back muscles.

Can Walking Be My Whole Workout?

Exercise physiologist encourages readers to aim for higher intensity vs. step count.

Nutrition Expert Praises High-Fiber Foods

Haar offers insight on healthy, high-fiber breakfast choices to keep digestion smooth.

Physical Therapist Shares Benefits of Daily Stretching

Associate professor discusses the importance of moving the body throughout the day, avoiding the health consequences of prolonged sitting.