On Sunday, December 14, 2025, an Adelphi University student reported a sexual assault that occurred on Saturday, December 13, 2025, in a campus residence hall. The student reported that the assailant was someone they met on Snapchat.
The individual is currently unidentified and is described as an adult Black male, approximately 5 feet 10 inches tall, with a medium build. At this time, it is unknown whether the individual is affiliated with Adelphi University.
The incident is under active investigation by the Garden City Police Department, with support from Adelphi Public Safety.
Report Information About the Incident or Any Suspicious Activity
Anyone with information about the incident or the identity of the person of interest, or who observes suspicious or unusual activity, should contact the Department of Public Safety at 516.877.3511 (off campus) or dial 5 from any campus phone.
Safety Tips
Crime survivors are not responsible for their victimization; perpetrators are accountable for their crimes and the outcomes of their actions. The following safety information may help reduce the risk of becoming a crime victim.
- Save Public Safety to your phone. The Command Center in Levermore Hall is available 24/7 at 516.877.3507 or 516.877.3511, or dial 5 from any campus phone.
- Trust your instincts. If a situation feels uncomfortable or unsafe, leave. Your safety comes first.
- Understand consent. Consent must be informed and voluntary, and can be withdrawn at any time.
- Use campus call boxes. Call box phones located in parking lots and walkways connect you directly to the Public Safety Command Center.
- If you see something, say something. If you observe a situation that may put someone at risk, intervene when it is safe to do so and contact Public Safety.
- Stay aware of your surroundings. Choose well-lit routes, plan a safe exit, and take note of nearby people, buildings, and emergency phones.
- Resources are available. Visit Adelphi’s Written Notification Document and the SUNY Sexual Assault and Violence Response (SAVR) resources. For additional information and guidance, visit our University’s Safety Tips and available brochures.
Community Support Services
On Campus, Confidential:
- Student Counseling Center: 516.877.3646
- Health Services: 516.877.6000
- Interfaith Center: 516.877.3113
Off Campus, near Adelphi locations:
- Nassau County Domestic Violence and Sexual Assault Hotline: 516.542.0404
- Long Island Crisis Center Online/Mobile Chat Counseling: 516.679.1111
What is this Notice?
In compliance with the federal Jeanne Clery Act, Timely Warnings are issued by the Adelphi University Public Safety Department when certain (Clery Act) crimes occurring on campus property, properties controlled by campus-affiliated organizations, or public property immediately adjacent to campus are determined to be a serious or continuing threat to the campus community. Timely Warnings are intended to prevent similar crimes and to provide information that will help community members protect themselves.
This is a required Timely Warning Notice regarding an alleged Clery crime that occurred on campus property. Please note, Timely Warnings are advisories distributed via email and will not include a text message version. Adelphi University Emergency Notification System text messages are reserved for active emergencies.