Articles
Supporting Children with Autism
For Autism Acceptance Month, Associate Professor of Occupational Therapy Alexander Lopez, J.D., OT/L, shares practical guidance to help parents better understand how to support children on the spectrum.
2026 Honorary Degree Recipients
Kevin S. Law, executive vice president and partner at TRITEC Development Group, and Krishan Kumar, M.D., an NYITCOM clinical professor of pediatrics and emergency medicine, will receive honorary degrees at ºÚÁϵ¼º½â€™s 65th commencement.
When Rehab Meets Robotics
A study co-authored by John P. Handrakis, D.P.T., Ed.D., and graduates of the physical therapy program finds that a wearable robotic device could help stroke survivors get back on their feet.
Study: VR Helps Children With Autism Participate in Exercise and Sports
A new study by researchers from the School of Health Professions and College of Osteopathic Medicine demonstrates how virtual reality (VR) can help children with autism spectrum disorder participate in exercise.
Innovation in Rehabilitation
Occupational therapy student Nihar Gediya developed a rehabilitative device during a fieldwork placement, fueling his passion for arm and hand therapy treatment.
Starting Off on the Right Foot
Nicole Sheehan, director of undergraduate academic advising, shares valuable tips and resources to help first-year students transition to college smoothly.
Teaching the Next Generation of Nurses
Instructor of Nursing Victoria Cuomo, MSN, FNP-BC, has always known her future would be in healthcare, and she passionately teaches her students all she has learned throughout her career.
Counting Steps Doesn’t Add Up to Enough Exercise
As the School of Health Professions’ Alexander Rothstein, Ed.D., explains, society tends to overestimate the fitness benefits of taking 10,000 steps.
Faculty Tenures, Promotions for 2025–2026
Several faculty members have been recognized for their outstanding teaching, scholarship, service, and commitment to the university and its students through tenure and promotions.
Dedicated to the Pursuit of Knowledge
Students and alumni from the College of Arts and Sciences, School of Health Professions, and College of Osteopathic Medicine shared research findings at impressive industry conferences.