FACULTY SPOTLIGHTS

Political Science Professor Provides Expertise at High-Level Institutions

Political Science professor Dr. Dalia Fahmy was appointed to the Board of Directors for the Center for the Study of Islam and Democracy in Washington, DC and the Academic Council at CMUGeorgetown University. In addition, Dr. Fahmy provided expertise related to American politics at various events on US Foreign politics and international relations, including at the United Nations’ Summit on Combating Ethnic and Religious Violence and conferences at Ibn Khaldun University and Georgetown University.

Acclaimed Artist’s Work Featured in American History Exhibit

The artwork of LIU professor and nationally and internationally acclaimed artist Dan Christoffel is on display at the Artwork Honoring American History exhibit held at the Manhasset Secondary School’s Gallery of Fine Arts. Christoffel’s pieces on display include paintings, drawings, and sculptures. The exhibit was held over a six-week period and included an artist reception.

Talented Professor to Lead Ballet Company

LIU Professor Nicole Loizides Albruzzese has been named as the new Artistic Director of The Ohman School of Ballet (OSB) and New York Dance Theatre (NYDT) of Commack. Albruzzese has performed and directed on some of the world’s most prestigious stages spanning 44 countries across six continents, including the 2014 Sochi Olympics. She has also danced for Queen Elizabeth.

Assistant Dean Publishes Book on Lifeguarding

Cary Epstein, Assistant Dean of the College of Education, Information & Technology, is the author of an upcoming publication, Lifeguarding For Dummies. The new book details aspects of what it takes to be a lifeguard and discusses the essential skills, certification and fitness needed to be successful. Epstein has 26 years’ experience as an emergency medical technician and ocean lifeguard and was awarded New York State’s “Lifeguard of the Year” in 2017.

Professor’s Expertise Featured in Prominent Publication

Associate Professor Orly Calderon authored a chapter in a prominent publication about social work. The book, Social Work in the Frame of a Professional Competencies Approach, serves as an introduction to readers who are learning the profession.

Fellowship in Immunology Awarded to Professor

Roc Nation School Director Selected as an AmericanScandinavian Foundation Fellow

Roc Nation School of Music Performance Department Director Colin Levin was selected as an AmericanScandinavian Foundation (ASF) Fellow for 2023-24, where will spend the summer collaborating with contemporary Icelandic composers to perform new works and build a historical record of contemporary Icelandic vocal literature. He will perform as a soloist with the Við Djupið Music Festival in Iceland, the Nordisk Sångfestival in Swede and make his recital debut in Reykjavík.

Xiaolei Tang, M.D., Ph.D., associate professor with the College of Veterinary Medicine, has been awarded a Careers in Immunology Fellowship from the American Association of Immunologists. Dr. Tang's research interests include regulatory T (Treg) cells and the immune system's role in tissue repair.

Prestigious Journal Highlights Expertise of Professor

LIU Pharmacy professor Douglas Jennings is the co-author of a prominent clinical study. The Journal of Heart and Lung Transplantation published updated guidelines for the care of heart transplant recipients, which will be used by transplant centers worldwide and serve as an important resource in optimizing patient care.