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New York Post
18-07-2025
- Entertainment
- New York Post
Executive producer of hit mob show named LIU's women's flag football coach
Jimmy Barbarise was made for this. The pride of Centereach, creator and star of the hit mob show 'Capo: Rise to Power,' was named the first Long Island University women's flag football coach ahead of the Sharks' inaugural season. Advertisement 'The beauty of being the executive producer is that I can fit this into my schedule,' Barbarise, an LI flag football hall of fame inductee, told The Post. 'I've been asked to be on some other shows, some major shows. I politely turned them down because of the fact that coaching is really important to me.' The local legend, who led the University of Tampa team to a top-three nationwide ranking, said he turned down five other offers so that he could return to LI from the Sunshine State. Advertisement 'What would be a better opportunity than to go back home and coach the first D-I school offering women's football on the island? It was just a perfect match,' said Jimmy the coach, who wrote alternate endings to 'The Godfather' as a boy. Barbarise's late brother, who died of cancer nearly a decade ago, reminded him of the boyhood passion not just for the silver screen but also his love for flag football that began at age 10. 'He said, 'There's no tomorrow for me, but you've always had a dream,' ' Barbarise said. 'He encouraged me to go chase that.' The next step is to build a powerhouse roster, which should come naturally on Long Island given the area's growing reputation as a flag football powerhouse at the high school level. Advertisement Jimmy Barbarise, creator and star of the hit mob show 'Capo: Rise to Power,' was named the first Long Island University women's flag football coach ahead of the Sharks' inaugural season. Photo courtesy of Jimmy Barbarise 'I'm already inundated with inboxes and the announcement isn't even a week old. … I have hundreds of messages from girls who want to stay home [on Long Island] and play flag on the college level.' NIL deal for teen soccer star She's the biggest thing in Syosset since Natalie Portman. Soccer phenom Loradana Paletta just inked her first name, image, and likeness (NIL) deal at the ripe old age of 14. Advertisement Loradana Paletta (right), who plays for the U.S. Soccer under-16 girls national team, signed her first NIL deal. Getty Images The midfielder, who plays on the U.S. Soccer under-16 girls national team and the NYCFC youth under-14 academy boys team, now proudly represents the Italian sportswear brand Lotto as she continues to strive for greatness on the North Shore. 'This just feels really natural,' Paletta, proudly of Italian descent, told The Post. 'Once a year, my family has one special day just to make tomato sauce — homemade tomato sauce. We would gather buckets of tomatoes, we would clean them, and we all would spend quality time together.' Although the Syosset High School-bound ninth-grader won't be able to play varsity due to her other pressing athletic commitments, she's all for rooting on the girls in red. 'I'd love to give them pointers here and there, and I would definitely go and watch their games.'
Yahoo
20-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Long Island University to Host Summer Creative Writing Workshop with Acclaimed Author Zoraida Córdova at LIU Brooklyn
Daylong Literary Events to Follow Featuring 25 Local Authors and Community Events BROOKLYN, N.Y., June 20, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Long Island University announces its upcoming Creative Writing Workshop, led by award-winning author Zoraida Córdova, whose work spans literary fiction and best-selling novels for Disney, Marvel, and Star Wars. Designed for emerging writers looking to kickstart their novels and gain insider knowledge of the publishing world, the workshop will run online from July 7 to July 24, meeting on Mondays and Thursdays from 2:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. Titled Kickstarting Your Novel, the workshop offers participants hands-on mentorship from Zoraida Córdova, alongside guest visits from literary agents and editors. It is open to both current LIU students and non-LIU participants. To register for the Creative Writing Workshop or learn more, visit: "We're thrilled to have Zoraida Córdova on board to teach this versatile class, which offers incredible insight and value to all kinds of students and aspiring writers," said Zachary Sergi, Director of the LIU Brooklyn Summer Writing Festival. Following the workshop, Long Island University will host the LIU Brooklyn Summer Writing Festival Events, a free, daylong celebration of books and storytelling open to the entire community. The festival events will take place on Saturday, July 26, from 11:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m., at The Kumble Theater and Atrium on the LIU Brooklyn campus. The events will feature over 25 local authors, panel discussions, book signings, photo ops, food trucks, and a vibrant literary marketplace, offering an inclusive space for readers and writers alike. "We've proudly gathered two dozen local authors--across all genres of fiction and publishing--for a day of lively panel discussions and signings, available to all for free in the LIU and Brooklyn community," said Sergi. To explore the festival events schedule and details, visit: About Long Island University Long Island University, founded in 1926, is a leading research and teaching university that continues to redefine higher education by providing high-quality academic instruction by world-class faculty, serving more than 16,000 students from its Long Island and Brooklyn campuses. Recognized by Forbes for its emphasis on experiential learning and by the Brookings Institution for its "value added" to student outcomes, the University is ranked in the top 7% of national research universities. LIU has a network of over 285,000 alumni, including industry leaders and entrepreneurs around the globe. Visit for more information. For inquiries regarding workshop admissions or festival participation, please contact Zachary Sergi, Director of the LIU Brooklyn Summer Writing Festival, at View original content to download multimedia: SOURCE Long Island University Error in retrieving data Sign in to access your portfolio Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data
Yahoo
20-06-2025
- Politics
- Yahoo
Fahmy: Rethinking Strategic Realignment in Region
Bloomberg sources say senior US officials are preparing for the possibility of a potential strike on Iran in the coming days. Dalia Fahmy, Director of International Relations and Diplomacy and Associate Professor of Political Science at Long Island University told Joumanna Bercetche on Horizons Middle East and Africa that there are questions over the future of international law and warfare, and international norms based in law. Error while retrieving data Sign in to access your portfolio Error while retrieving data Error while retrieving data Error while retrieving data Error while retrieving data
Bloomberg
19-06-2025
- Politics
- Bloomberg
Fahmy: Rethinking Strategic Realignment in Region
Bloomberg sources say senior US officials are preparing for the possibility of a potential strike on Iran in the coming days. Dalia Fahmy, Director of International Relations and Diplomacy and Associate Professor of Political Science at Long Island University told Joumanna Bercetche on Horizons Middle East and Africa that there are questions over the future of international law and warfare, and international norms based in law. (Source: Bloomberg)
Associated Press
27-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Associated Press
Long Island University Featured in Season 14 of The College Tour Now on Amazon Prime Video
Award-Winning TV Series Brings Long Island University Directly to Viewers, Sharing Authentic Student Stories While Highlighting the College Experience. BROOKVILLE, N.Y., May 27, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Long Island University is featured in season 14 of The College Tour, a groundbreaking series from Emmy-nominated producers Alex Boylan, Lisa Hennessy, and Burton Roberts, which is now streaming on Amazon Prime Video. Hosted by The Amazing Race winner Alex Boylan, The College Tour travels the country telling the story of each college and university through the diverse lens of its students, giving the viewer an intimate portrayal of life on campus. Inspiring and motivating, the show serves as a vehicle to help students across the world connect with higher education, enabling them to make informed decisions about their future without having to travel anywhere! 'Long Island University offers students a distinctive experience that combines academic excellence with vibrant student life across both our dynamic Brooklyn campus and our scenic suburban campus on Long Island. The College Tour provides an exciting platform to share the spirit, community, and innovation that make LIU a truly exceptional place to learn and grow,' said Michael Berthel, Vice President of Student Affairs and Enrollment. Shining a spotlight on the diverse landscape of today's colleges, The College Tour offers viewers a comprehensive look at campuses across the country, highlighting the many resources and opportunities that are helping students thrive. The College Tour is showing just how these institutions are setting students up for success. 'Long Island University offers students an extraordinary experience, and we're so excited to share that on The College Tour,' said Alex Boylan. 'For students, choosing which college to attend is a monumental decision, and this episode gives prospective students a first-hand look at what makes this school so special.' About The College Tour: The College Tour is a groundbreaking TV series that takes the viewer on an intimate journey through campuses across the country, telling each school's story through the diverse lens of its students. Hosted by The Amazing Race winner Alex Boylan, The College Tour brings equity to college readiness by providing a platform to access comprehensive and meaningful information regarding higher education anytime and anywhere, free of charge. The College Tour is available on Amazon Prime Video and at About Long Island University: Long Island University, founded in 1926, is a leading research and teaching university that continues to redefine higher education by providing high-quality academic instruction by world-class faculty, serving more than 16,000 students from its Long Island and Brooklyn campuses. Recognized by Forbes for its emphasis on experiential learning and by the Brookings Institution for its 'value added' to student outcomes, the University is ranked in the top 7% of national research universities. LIU has a network of over 285,000 alumnus, including industry leaders and entrepreneurs around the globe. Visit for more information. View original content to download multimedia: SOURCE Long Island University
