News at Adelphi

Adelphi University sophomore swimmer Ryan Kakimseit has become more than a standout in the pool. In just two seasons, he has emerged as the face of a rising program, a two-time NE10 Swimmer of the Year, and a humble leader whose medals rest not on his shelf—but inside the University’s trophy case.

The launch of an artificial intelligence undergraduate degree program will equip students with the skills to design and understand AI algorithms for real-world impact, and prepare them for a smarter world.

In partnership with the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) to help prevent pill abuse and theft, Adelphi’s Department of Public Safety and Transportation continues its biannual tradition serving as a drop-off site for the safe disposal of potentially dangerous, expired or unwanted prescription drugs. The service is free; no questions are asked. 

Adelphi University’s second annual Writers and Readers Festival offered a uniquely heartfelt keynote this year with The Books That Built Our Souls, a conversation featuring legendary actress and publisher Sarah Jessica Parker, her mother Barbara Forste and bestselling author Adriana Trigiani. Introduced by renowned novelist and Adelphi alum Alice Hoffman, the event was a celebration of literary masterpieces that shaped all of us, the audience included.

Adelphi University broke records for Giving Day 2025, fueled by the University's Momentum Campaign, Extraordinary Impact, and the generosity of the entire Adelphi community. The theme, 1,896 Minutes of Giving, honored Adelphi's founding in 1896.

Adelphi University has announced a $100,000 grant from the M&T Charitable Foundation, the philanthropic arm of M&T Bank. The grant will be used to assist formerly incarcerated women find well-paying careers in healthcare.

Excitement was in the air as Adelphi University officially broke ground on its new Manhattan Center, a historic moment for this U.S. News & World Report Best College founded in 1896.

Dear Adelphi Community, The Department of Public Safety and Transportation has conducted the maintenance on April 9-11 and rescheduled the testing of Adelphi’s fire life safety systems (standpipes and sprinklers) on our Garden City campus for Monday, April 14 – Wednesday, April 16. Please note that testing will only impact Residence Halls A and B and…

At Adelphi’s eighth annual Women’s Leadership Conference attendees were empowered and inspired throughout a day of career-focused programming.

Nine Panthers have received Northeast-10 academic all-conference honors, the league office announced on Thursday afternoon.

Dear Adelphi Community, The Department of Public Safety and Transportation will conduct annual lighting inspections across our Garden City campus this week, in accordance with New York state (NYS) regulations and Adelphi’s commitment to the wellbeing of our campus community. In coordination with the NYS Fire Marshal, Public Safety will inspect our corridors, stairways, and…

More than 350 students, alumni, professionals, industry leaders and community members were encouraged to “empower, lead and inspire” at Adelphi University’s eighth annual Women's Leadership Conference on Saturday, March 29.

Dear Adelphi Community, The Department of Public Safety and Transportation will conduct regularly scheduled testing and maintenance of Adelphi’s fire life safety systems (standpipes and sprinklers) on our Garden City campus on Wednesday, April 9, Thursday, April 10, and Friday, April 11. Please note that testing will only impact Residence Halls A and B and…

In the recently released 2025 U.S. News & World Report annual rankings of graduate programs, Adelphi University saw significant improvements in several key program areas, including nursing, psychology and public health.

Don’t be afraid to take risks and get out of your comfort zone. Bet on yourself. The cream always rises to the top.

Under the second Trump administration, the social work profession is facing unprecedented challenges—new executive orders have upended traditional methods of social work practice, cutting communities off from vital resources and leaving practitioners to scramble.

Adelphi University has officially launched its Doctor of Social Welfare (DSW) program, designed to equip social work professionals with the advanced leadership and practice skills necessary to address pressing social challenges.

Adelphi University has announced the speakers for its Commencement ceremonies at the Nassau Veterans Memorial Coliseum in Uniondale, New York, on Tuesday, May 20.

“Making myself available as a mentor and perhaps a role model to aspiring students was an easy and a quite natural extension of my everyday endeavors.”

Dr. Beth Counselman-Carpenter, Associate Professor of Social Work at Adelphi University, combines clinical expertise, innovative research, and a passion for education to advance the field. Specializing in trauma-informed care and post-traumatic growth, particularly with breast cancer survivors, her work helps individuals thrive after trauma.

Launched in the fall of 1994, the Adelphi University Honors College is now celebrating three decades of excellence in education. As part of that celebration, we spoke with the founding dean, Richard Garner, PhD, and the current dean, Susan Dinan, PhD, about the College and how it has evolved over the years.

As the nation immerses itself in the frenzy of March Madness, the Adelphi University Department of Athletics has been crafting its own tales of triumph this winter, illuminating the season with stellar performances across various sports.​