News at Adelphi

Dear Adelphi Community, It’s a profound pleasure to share with you, in my first announcement as interim provost, that Nicole C. Rudolph, PhD, has been appointed interim dean of the Adelphi University Honors College. Dr. Rudolph is a valued leader, respected colleague and educator, and a wealth of knowledge—as evidenced by her title of Jeopardy!…

Herbert Liberman ’61 has spent a lifetime chasing possibilities and turning bold ideas into successful ventures across education, business, nonprofit and beyond.

An educational experience abroad is an invaluable one, and no one understands that better than Anastasia Dakis ’22. She spent seven days performing optometry services in Senegal, a country in West Africa.

Adelphi University’s Interdisciplinary Education and Training Experience (IDEATE) Fellowship has been awarded a $2.3 million grant renewal by the Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA).

Dear Adelphi Community, I’m pleased to announce the appointment of Susan Dinan, PhD, as interim provost of Adelphi University. Dr. Dinan has served as dean of the Adelphi University Honors College since 2019, and her thoughtful and strategic leadership in this role has consistently diversified recruitment and strengthened student success. As interim provost, Dr. Dinan…

Adelphi tennis star and neuroscience major Reece Farrow honored with a prestigious NCAA scholarship for graduate studies.

Shota Mikautadze, a rising senior who came to Adelphi from the Republic of Georgia, is this year’s recipient of a Newman Civic Fellowship. Awarded by Campus Compact, the fellowship is an annual honor and yearlong program for select student leaders from across the country who are committed to making positive change.

The brainchild of physics department chair Matthew Wright, PhD, the inaugural Cosmic Pathways conference explored the many directions a physics degree can take students.

Arvind Kajaria ’87 came to Adelphi from India in 1985, and what he experienced as a student at the University was truly eye-opening. Since earning his bachelor's degree in business, he’s applied what he learned both in and beyond the classroom and established numerous businesses, including one of the world’s largest ecard websites, 123Greetings.com, Inc. We talked with him about his transformative Adelphi journey.

Dear Panthers, Let me be the first to welcome you to a new year at Adelphi University, where we offer limitless opportunities for students to explore both academic and personal interests—and grow as people, professionals and citizens of the world. I’m proud to serve as the interim president of the extraordinary University you have made…

Dear Adelphi Community, The Department of Public Safety and Transportation will conduct mandatory annual testing of the fire hydrants on our Garden City campus on Monday, June 30, 2025. The test should have little or no impact on your day. Our partners in Facilities Management have asked us to remind you that a slight discoloration of the water…

Jack Abramowitz '66, a retired Grumman aerospace engineer, spoke with Chabad Jewish Student Group president Hannah Gold. He explained his commitment to sharing his experiences with Nazi Germany.

A raven’s nest on the Adelphi University Garden City campus reflects growing awareness of biodiversity, sustainability and the quiet presence of wildlife in our shared spaces.

Dear members of the Adelphi community, I am honored that Adelphi University’s Board of Trustees has called upon me to serve the institution as interim president. I accept this role with a deep sense of responsibility and commitment to our shared mission. Adelphi is a strong community, comprising thousands of current students, a dedicated and…

The Adelphi University College of Nursing and Public Health is proud to announce the accreditation of its Clinical Education and Simulation Lab (CESiL) by the Society for Simulation in Healthcare (SSH).

Dear Adelphi University Community,  After ten years leading the University, Dr. Christine M. Riordan is concluding her service as the 10th president of Adelphi University.  During her tenure, Adelphi has been elevated to become a nationally recognized, modern metropolitan university. Dr. Riordan spearheaded the development of the University’s Momentum and Momentum 2 strategic plans with…

Coming off another successful athletic campaign, the Adelphi University athletic department highlighted the Northeast 10 Conference's release of its Team Academic Excellence Award winners for the 2024-25 season, recognizing the NE10 programs with the highest team GPA in each sport.

Two weeks ago the NCAA held its Career in Sports Forum, which helps former student-athletes map out how to continue their career in sports off the field.

Adelphi University is pleased to announce the launch of its Master of Science in Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Machine Learning, an advanced degree program tailored to busy working professionals.

Adelphi University’s financial strength and strategic focus have once again earned national recognition.

The Adelphi University Board of Trustees has announced the appointment of alumnus Michael Balboni '81, founder and managing director of RedLand Strategies Inc., as chair.

Lou Starkey, PhD, was a beloved professor, friend and colleague who brought history to life for students, colleagues and readers of his well-received books. 

This spring, Love Serving Autism teamed up with USTA Eastern to hold a special event on the campus of Adelphi University in Garden City, empowering coaches and instructors with approaches, skills and techniques to teach tennis to neurodivergent students.

he Northeast 10 Conference officially unveiled its Hall of Fame Class of 2025 last week, as the league recognized a class of 10 inductees for their outstanding accomplishments and contributions during their time in the NE10. The 2019 Adelphi University women's lacrosse program was among the group to be inducted.

Adelphi University has once again been honored for its commitment to supporting the recruitment and retention of underrepresented students in the STEM fields.

As it was announced on Tuesday night, the Adelphi University Department of Athletics repeated as NE10 Presidents Cup and Founders Cup (formerly the men's sports cup) champions in 2024-25. The league office presented these honors at the conference's annual awards banquet on Tuesday night in Manchester.

This year, at Adelphi's 129th commencement, 1,244 undergraduate degrees were awarded to the Class of 2025. The graduates, ranging in age from 17 to 56, are remarkable in many ways.

1000-plus graduate scholars crossed the stage, ready to shape the future, at Adelphi's 129th Commencement.

Internships, job shadowing programs and other networking opportunities don't just prepare students for careers—they help many students get job offers even before they graduate. Meet five members of Adelphi's Class of 2025 who knew their next step when they walked across the stage on Commencement Day.