- Jul 20, 2026
- Holistic Human Health
After banning cellphones from NYS classrooms, Hochul looks at further limiting students' screen time
Kimberly Kopko, senior extension associate and the director of the Parenting Project: Healthy Children, Families and Communities, commented on screen use in classrooms. She advocates eliminating screen use for younger children, who learn through play and social interaction.
- Jul 23, 2026
- Holistic Human Health, Social Impact + Justice
Trump administration cuts landmark nutrition education program
Tashara Leak, associate professor in the Division of Nutritional Sciences, criticized the SNAP-Ed cuts and cited the program's role during the Flint, Michigan, water crisis.
- Jul 21, 2026
- Holistic Human Health
Are therapists to blame for the rise of adults cutting off their parents?
This article cites research from Karl Pillemer, the Hazel E. Reed Professor in the Department of Psychology, that about 25% of the U.S. population is estranged from, or has cut ties with, a
close relative.
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- Jul 27, 2026
- Holistic Human Health
These dietitian-recommended cereals make healthier breakfasts easy
Tashara Leak, an associate professor of nutritional sciences, provides expert advice on choosing healthy cereals and emphasizes the importance of cost and enjoyment in making nutritious decisions.
- Jul 26, 2026
- Holistic Human Health
Are strawberries good for you? Duh, but here's how.
Laura Bellows, a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist and professor in the Division of Nutritional Sciences, discusses the nutritional benefits and health considerations of eating strawberries.
Visit USA Today to read the article