Asian Americans less likely to survive in-hospital heart attacks
A new study from the American Heart Association finds Asian Americans and Hispanics are less likely to survive a heart attack at a hospital.
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Long Island’s Asian population: Why has it grown?
The refrain is the same from a cross-section of Asian leaders: The reason the Asian population on Long Island is growing is because of their desire for good schools and a safe, comfortable environment in which to raise their families.
NYC Launches Interpreter Bank to Expand Language Access For Immigrants
The City Council allocated $3.4 million for interpreter services and nonprofit legal assistance amid rising demand.
Study Finds Asian American Parents Prioritize Schools with Large Population of Asian Students, Citing Academic Rigor and Safety
In a recent study, researchers interviewed Asian American parents to determine how ideas about diversity and racial attitudes influence their choice of schools. They found that participants favored schools with greater numbers of Asian American students, citing beliefs consistent with the model minority myth, suggesting that Asian students have stronger educational values and a stronger … Read more
Professor Ghada Soliman appointed interim associate dean for CUNY SPH faculty affairs
CUNY SPH is delighted to announce that Professor Ghada Soliman has been appointed interim associate dean for faculty affairs, effective January 27, 2025.
$500k grant to CCNY enables platform for stories of South Bronx environmental issues
The City College of New York has received a $490,000 grant from the Mellon Foundation to establish a new project at the Colin Powell School for Civic and Global Leadership, “SUSTAIN-NYC: Storytelling for Urban Sustainability and Transformation in New York City.”