Hofstra University
Coverage of Hofstra University in the Nexus archive.
- Woman, 36, collapsed, began turning blue during bar exam at Hofstra University — and proctors ordered test takers to keep working: lawsuit
A 36-year-old woman collapsed, gasped for air, and turned blue during a bar exam at Hofstra University while proctors instructed test-takers to continue, delaying critical early minutes of her medical crisis. The incident is the subject of a lawsuit.
- Cardiac Arrest Mid-Bar Exam; Echocardiography Workforce Ills; DCB Inflation Times
A woman is suing Hofstra University after suffering a cardiac arrest during the New York State bar exam, alleging that staff failed to provide timely CPR and an automated external defibrillator.
- 5 Steps B.S.-M.D. Applicants Should Take Before Early Deadlines
B.S.-M.D. applicants must prepare early due to earlier deadlines and unique requirements like test scores and essays. Programs such as Penn State’s PMM, Hofstra’s 4+4 B.S./B.A.-M.D., and George Washington University’s seven-year B.A.-M.D. have specific application timelines and requirements.
- Slain NJ mother 911 call made by her husband has forensic expert warning one mistake could derail focus
A 911 call from Conor Hanlon, husband of slain New Jersey mother Brooke Hanlon, has drawn scrutiny from internet sleuths and experts. Forensic linguist Dr. Robert Leonard warns against analyzing the call to determine guilt, citing past cases where innocent individuals were wrongly accused based on 911 call demeanor. No charges have been filed in Brooke Hanlon's death.
- Should You Earn a Second MBA?
A second MBA can benefit professionals seeking career advancement or a field change, particularly foreign students who earned their first MBA in their home countries. The choice of business school impacts job opportunities, with nonprofit institutions often valued higher than for-profit ones. Accreditation and program reputation are emphasized as critical factors.