LIU Post facts for kids
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| Motto | Mens Regnum bona possidet "An Honest Heart Is a Kingdom in Itself" (LIU Post) Urbi et Orbi "To the City and the World" or "for the city (Rome) and the world" also "To the city [Rome] and to the globe" --- a blessing of the Pope (Long Island University) |
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| Type | Private |
| Established | 1951 |
| President | Kimberly R. Cline |
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Academic staff
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341 full-time |
| Undergraduates | 5,169 |
| Postgraduates | 3,303 |
| Location |
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United States
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| Campus | Suburban, 307.9 acres (1.246 km2) |
| Nickname | Sharks |
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Sporting affiliations
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NCAA Division I |
| Website | www.liu.edu/post |
LIU Post is a private university located in Brookville, New York. It is on Long Island and is part of the larger Long Island University (LIU) system. LIU Post is the biggest school within the LIU system.
The campus is named after C.W. Post. He was the father of Marjorie Merriweather Post. She sold her large estate, called Hillwood, to Long Island University in 1951. A few years later, the university named the campus C.W. Post College to honor her father.
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History of LIU Post
LIU Post started in 1951. It was created when Long Island University bought the Hillwood estate. This estate belonged to Marjorie Merriweather Post. She sold it for $200,000.
In 1954, the university renamed the campus C.W. Post College. This was done to honor Marjorie's father, C.W. Post. The school has grown a lot since then.
Exploring the Campus
LIU Post is built on about 307 acres (1.24 square kilometers) of land. This area has rolling hills and is located in Brookville, New York. It is on the North Shore of Long Island.
Sometimes, the location is called Greenvale. This is because there is no post office in Brookville. The school uses the zip code served by the Greenvale post office. The Greenvale train station is also nearby.
Main Buildings and Learning Spaces
Many classes are held in Humanities Hall and Life Sciences/Pell Hall. These are the main teaching buildings. Other classes take place in Hoxie Hall, Roth Hall, and Lorber Hall. There are also special buildings for arts like the Theater Film and Dance building. The B. Davis Schwartz Memorial Library is where students can study and find books.
The Tilles Center for the Performing Arts is on the west side of campus. This center hosts many music and theater shows. It is a place where students and the community can enjoy performances.
Student Life Hub: Hillwood Commons
The Hillwood Commons is the main center for student activities. It has offices for things like financial aid. It also helps students with their daily school life, like classes and student groups.
Inside Hillwood Commons, you can find places to relax. There are study lounges and TV lounges. You can also get food at the Hillwood Cafe, Subway, and Starbucks. The Winnick Student Center is the main dining hall for students who live on campus.
Hillwood Commons is a great place for students to meet. It has a computer lab and a cinema. There are also student-run shops like Browse (for electronics) and Sharknation (for school merchandise).
Campus Chapel
The C.W. Post Interfaith Chapel is a special building on campus. It offers religious services for different faiths. The chapel was designed in the classic Jeffersonian style. It has a round main room with a dome. It also has tall columns at the entrance.
Academic Programs
LIU Post offers many different study programs. These programs are for both undergraduate (first degree) and graduate (advanced degree) students. They are organized into different colleges and schools:
- College of Communications, Art, and Design
- College of Liberal Arts and Sciences
- College of Management
- College of Education, Information and Technology
- School of Health Professions and Nursing
Student Life at LIU Post
LIU Post is about 25 miles (40 kilometers) east of New York City. Most students come from Long Island or the New York City area. Some students also come from other parts of the country and from other countries.
The university has eight Greek Life organizations. These are like clubs where students can join a brotherhood or sisterhood.
LIU Sharks Athletics
The sports teams at Long Island University are called the LIU Sharks. They compete in NCAA Division I. This is the highest level for college sports.
Before 2019, the university had two separate sports teams. The C.W. Post campus had the LIU Post Pioneers. The LIU campus in Brooklyn had the LIU Brooklyn Blackbirds.
In July 2019, the two campuses combined their sports teams. They became one team, the LIU Sharks. They now compete together in Division I.
Students can also play sports for fun at the Pratt Recreation Center. This includes basketball, swimming, and volleyball. There is also a fitness center for workouts. The outdoor fields are used for baseball, football, soccer, and tennis.
Famous People from LIU Post
Many successful people have studied or taught at LIU Post.
Notable Faculty
- T. K. Blue: A leader of a jazz band.
- Bob Brier: An expert on ancient Egypt and mummies.
- Paul Kim: A talented musician.
Notable Alumni
- Rocky Aoki: The person who started Benihana restaurants.
- Frank Catalanotto: A professional baseball player.
- Ray Dalio: The founder of a big investment company called Bridgewater Associates.
- Janet DiFiore: A former Chief Judge in New York.
- Joe Gatto: A comedian and producer of the show Impractical Jokers.
- Jackee Harry: A famous actress.
- Brian Kilmeade: A well-known television personality.
- John Leguizamo: A famous actor.
- Dina Meyer: An actress.
- Jorge M. Pérez: A billionaire real estate developer.
- Terry Semel: A former chairman and CEO of Yahoo!.
- Peter Senerchia: A wrestler and commentator.
