New York City Campus Closed: Tuesday, March 17

Due to infrastructure work at 1855 Broadway, all buildings on the New York City campus will be closed on Tuesday, March 17. Employees should work remotely. It is anticipated that all buildings EXCEPT 1855 Broadway will reopen with full services on Wednesday, March 18. We will update information as soon as it becomes available.

Local Outlet Highlights Psychology Research

February 9, 2024

An article in Long Island Business News (LIBN) featured research by Melissa Huey, Ph.D., assistant professor of psychology. Huey’s study analyzes how Zoom features such as video, background filters, and breakout rooms impact mindfulness and comprehension. While the study sample focuses on college students, as LIBN notes, the insights could also help remote workers boost productivity and combat the effects of “Zoom fatigue.”

“We know that when students and employees are engaged, they’re more likely to also perform better. Therefore, understanding which Zoom conditions best encourage engagement allows educators and businesses to help these individuals remain successful and productive,” says Huey.