News at Adelphi

Bestselling author Alice Hoffman ’73, ’02 (Hon.), launches an event to celebrate storytelling and the power of the imagination.

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

Adelphi University is proud to announce the 10 outstanding young alumni who have achieved remarkable career and professional accomplishments before celebrating their 10-year Adelphi reunion.

The scholarship will provide support to students earning a master’s in mental health counseling in the Gordon F. Derner School of Psychology who will go on to help those who struggle to overcome their “darkest moments.”

Ron Robinson ’87, founder and CEO of BeautyStat, brought biochemistry major Rachel Amirova to a product launch event in the Hamptons.

Jennefer Maldonado ’20, MS ’22’s journey from Adelphi University to a career at Brookhaven National Lab (BNL) exemplifies the transformative power of mentorship and underscores her ongoing commitment to her personal and professional growth.

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

Alyssa Pitaluga ’15’s entry into the world of dance began with a clear decision: to attend Adelphi University, home to their prestigious dance program.

Heena Arora ’14, JD, chose Adelphi University for its exceptional academic reputation, diverse range of programs, vibrant campus and commuter life, and strong sense of community.

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.

Rohit Singla ’16, DMD, attributes Adelphi University for playing a pivotal role in shaping both his character and his career.

Long before she enrolled, Stacy Brief ’20, MSW ’21, dreamed of attending Adelphi University because of its highly regarded social work program, robust extracurricular activities and unique community, which offered her a place to grow personally and academically.

Jaskirat Singh ’15, JD’s academic and professional success is a testament to the transformative power of an Adelphi education and the importance of following one’s passions.

Michael Nicholas 16’s journey from an undecided college first-year student to a senior planner in the New York City Department of Housing Preservation and Development is a story of academic exploration, dedicated mentorship, and a passion for urban planning and climate resiliency.

Tara Peña ’17, PhD, credits the supportive and enriching environment at Adelphi, combined with the mentorship of Matthew J. Wright, PhD, associate professor and chair of the Department of Physics, and Sean Bentley, PhD, associate professor, for playing a crucial role in shaping her career path and propelling her success.

Maria Giovanna Jumper ’21, JD, credits her Adelphi experience with inspiring her interests and preparing her for law school and beyond.

Fourteen alumni have ties to the Olympics.

Kyana Gordon ’24 was turned away from doing research at her high school. Now, after two years in Adelphi biology labs, she's off to conduct epidemiological research in Jamaica as a Fulbright Scholar. Meet her and three other winners of prestigious national academic awards.

The Adelphi University Board of Trustees welcomed five new members this year, each with dynamic business and leadership experience, to help guide the University in achieving the goals of its Momentum 2 strategic plan and ensure its long-term mission success.

The music and story of the Four Seasons have captivated audiences for decades. But Danielle Gaudio Lalehzar ’89, MA ’90, daughter of multi-award-winning songwriter and original group member Bob Gaudio, has her own story to tell.

Adelphi University men’s lacrosse team has brought home the NCAA Division II Championship for the first time since 2001.

Nobel laureate William G. Kaelin Jr., MD, credits his mother, who majored in math at Adelphi, for her love and support. To shine a light on this “hidden figure” and ensure her memory and legacy will continue, he has created the Nancy (Horn) Kaelin ’54 Prize in Mathematics to be presented annually to the University’s top graduating math student.

It was the last class that Mark S. Davis ’85 selected in his senior year of high school that carved the trajectory of his entire career.

Inspired by his transformative journey at Adelphi, Thomas DeRosa's $2M planned gift ensures future chemistry students can achieve their academic dreams, honoring the support he received and his father's memory with the John G. DeRosa Endowed Undergraduate Scholarship.

Jennifer McIntosh, PhD ’21, has three going on four nursing degrees. Her journey shows the many opportunities nursing offers to those who keep learning and growing.

Adelphi University celebrated a momentous achievement during its seventh annual Giving Day on April 17 and 18, 2024, as the community rallied together to raise $684,564 from 2,011 donors—both are Giving Day records.