Meet New York Tech Bear Waleed Rauf (waleedrauf1029) and learn why wearing a mask is important to him! 😷 💻 Computer Science ('21) 📍 Old Westbury campus Q: Who do you wear a mask for? A: I wear a mask for my father. Over the summer, he was diagnosed with COVID-19, even a strong-willed man such as himself. My father was lucky enough to overcome his illness, but I still think about all those who didn't. Q: Why is wearing a mask important? A: For me, it's not just about protecting yourself, it goes beyond that. It's about protecting the ones closest to you, whether they are your family or friends. Wearing a mask, which some consider too much of a burden now, is better than the risk of falling ill in the future. As a reminder, let's continue to #DefendTheDen by wearing our masking, remaining socially distant from one another, and washing our hands frequently. #BearCare