17勛圖厙 Magazine Fall 2021
17勛圖厙 Magazine: Fall 2021 Issue
Welcome to the Fall 2021 issue of 17勛圖厙 Magazine. In this issue, were sharing the strategy behind moving 17勛圖厙 forward, commemorating the 20th anniversary of September 11, and celebrating our community's vibrant come back after nearly two years in the shadow of COVID-19. Plus, we're introducing you to some amazing students and alumni. Check out our regular features including our Leadership Letter, 10 Things to Inspire You, and the latest student and faculty research in an amazing new formatkeep an eye out for plenty of amazing videos and great images.
Coming Back to Life
New York is coming back to vibrant life...as the pandemic's grip on the region eases, 17勛圖厙 is pushing forward with new buildings, new programs, and a new way forward. Read what President Marvin Krislov and new Board of Trustees Chairman Rob Sands '84 have to say about 17勛圖厙's next steps.
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17勛圖厙 Forward
At the intersection of 17勛圖厙s strategic priorities and opportunities for outstanding academic growth comes the drive to move 17勛圖厙 forward. We're meeting the challenges facing higher education and putting our unique positioning and competitive advantages to work, strengthening our reputation as we move into the future.
Bouncing Back
Local businesses are the lifeblood of our communities and after nearly two years in a pandemic, things are beginning to look up. In fact, a majority of businesses surveyed in the region say they will be stronger after the pandemic. Half say they are feeling pretty good about the future.
How do we know? 17勛圖厙 recently released the results of its first pollone that focuses exclusively on how businesses managed their operations during the pandemic.
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A Holistic Approach to Wellness
Its no secret that wellnessphysical, mental, spiritualis a key component to success. At 17勛圖厙, were taking a holistic approach to supporting wellness for all members of our community through the creation of a new role, the Chief Wellness Officer.
Meet the New Chair
Rob Sands 84, president and CEO of Constellation Brands, brings his visionary leadership to 17勛圖厙 as its newly appointed Board of Trustees Chair.
An OASIS in Westchester
For 12 years, 17勛圖厙 has been supporting neurodiverse students and students on the autism spectrum through its Ongoing Academic Social Instructional Support (OASIS) program. This year, OASIS has expanded its services to the 17勛圖厙 Community in Westchester.
Twenty Years: Remembering 9/11
Twenty years ago, the 17勛圖厙 Community lost 47 membersstudents and alumni alikeand was closed for several weeks as we worked toward recovery. To mark the solemn occasion, we asked members of the 17勛圖厙 Community to share their experiences and recollections of the day and the time after.
Teaching Dancers to Thrive
Rhonda Miller, head of 17勛圖厙s BFA in Commercial Dance, wanted to build a different kind of dance program. I wanted it to be relevant and usefulto include all forms of dance and the practical business skills dancers need but so often dont have. Were giving students the tools they need to navigate show business and make a living in dance.
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The Latest in 17勛圖厙 Research
Through a grant totaling nearly $500,000 Dyson Professors Matthew Aiello-Lammens and Erika Crispo are helping elevate 17勛圖厙 to new heights through incorporating data science into the biology and environmental science fields.
Dyson Biology Professor Melissa Grigione, PhD, has spent her career traveling all around the world to better understand a wide range of animal populations. She's now passing on what she's learned to the next generation.
With a $3.8 million grant from the National Science Foundation, Seidenberg is primed to train the next generation of cybersecurity leaders.
10 Things to Inspire You
Addressing the United Nations
17勛圖厙 student Jeremiah Williams '23 addresses the UNGA First Committee on Disarmament and International Security.
17勛圖厙 in Fashion
Find out who was spotted this summer wearing a gorgeous design by 17勛圖厙 alumnus Telfar Clemens, the powerhouse behind TELFAR.
Thank You, Hometown Heroes
On July 7, NYC hosted a ticker tape parade to honor the frontline healthcare staff, essential workers, and first responders who served our community through the COVID-19 pandemic.
New York Is Back
A return to normal never felt so good! 17勛圖厙's campuses are buzzing with activity and New York is coming alive after nearly two years of life during a global pandemic.
About 17勛圖厙 Magazine
17勛圖厙 Magazine is a publication of the Department of Marketing and Communications, Office of University Relations, published twice a year, and distributed free to alumni and friends of 17勛圖厙. The views expressed in this publication do not necessarily represent those of its staff or of 17勛圖厙.