News at Adelphi

Adelphi alumna credits online MS in Emergency Management with equipping her to lead through pandemics, security crises and daily operational challenges.

When Adelphi University launched the most ambitious fundraising campaign in its history, there was quiet confidence that its $100 million goal could be met.

A Family Legacy of Service I come from a big family—my parents together had 14 siblings—and I was one of the youngest nephews. Many of my uncles, both by blood and marriage, served in World War II. My mom kept photos of them all in uniform and told me where they served—mostly in the U.S.…

Kris Amplo ’00 is sharing his experience as business owner, entrepreneur and philanthropist with students as the 2025–2026 executive in residence at the Robert B. Willumstad School of Business.

The Spirit Spot Showdown, an artistic competition in which winners earn a reserved campus parking spot for a semester, successfully debuted at Adelphi University’s 2025 Spirit Weekend.

A global business leader with a remarkable record of professional accomplishments, Vincent Tizzio ’89 is dedicated to fostering healthy communities both inside and outside the corporate world.

Undergraduate finance majors in the Student Investment Fund course manage a portfolio of holdings that are part of the University's endowment. How savvy are they? Quite savvy—their portfolio has tripled in value.

Stephen Scelfo ’15, MBA ’16, is a senior manager at KPMG, specializing in audits for higher education and not-for-profits. A dedicated mentor and national trainer, he actively supports Adelphi students and promotes financial literacy in local schools. Stephen credits Adelphi’s community and mentorship with laying the foundation for his success.

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.

Data scientist Tamanno Maripova uses machine learning to reduce no-show rates by 40%, earning her the Best Big Data Solution Award at the BrainTech Awards 2024 and streamlining operations at Dantist, a dental clinic in Taraz, Kazakhstan.

Launched in 2023 to promote understanding among Adelphi students, the award-winning program has now expanded to include students and leaders from four other universities.

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.

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

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.”

The Hagedorn Lecture on Corporate Social Responsibility at the Robert B. Willumstad School of Business explored how investing in health equity can reduce costs, improve outcomes and strengthen communities—benefiting businesses and society alike.

The proud alumna is a staunch supporter of Adelphi and a champion for women in the workplace.

Seven alumni share how Adelphi opened doors, helped them overcome personal obstacles and set them up for professional and personal success.

“As soon as I rolled on campus, I immediately felt at home,” recalls Peri Finkelstein ’22, MBA ’23.

For Shivan Bassaw ’15, MBA ’21, a proud Bronx resident, Adelphi University wasn’t just a convenient choice—it was a place where dreams took flight.

Master of Science in Business Analytics students put their skills into practice by teaming up with tech enterprise Netrality Data Centers.

We congratulate the following alumni of the Robert B. Willumstad School of Business on these exciting new developments in their careers.

The Adelphi graduate has reached new heights with his motivational book.

Emphasizing the importance of corporate social responsibility is part of the mission of the Robert B. Willumstad School of Business. A panel of experts from the business and nonprofit worlds came to campus to share their insights with students.

Leadership, communication, management and intellectual curiosity were a few traits Ari Shaiken ’13 listed that surfaced during his time as a student at Adelphi and have helped him throughout his career.

Steven Lander ’14 chose to attend Adelphi University because of the perfect blend of academic excellence with a nurturing and inclusive community.

The 2023 Women's Leadership Conference, Themed “Defining Leadership for Our Lives, Our Careers and Our Communities," Broke Attendance Records While Aiming to Break Glass Ceilings and Preconceived Ideas

Rachel McDermott '05 is taking care of business as a stuntwoman, actress, producer and new mom. Catch her in Extraction 2 on Netflix.